Explore every episode of the podcast Rise & Rank with RankPast

Has your Google Business Profile suddenly vanished or been suspended? In Episode 15 of Rise and Rank w/ RankPast, we dive into suspensions, disabled listings, and verification issues—why they happen, how to fight back with the right evidence, and the exact steps to get reinstated. It’s time to defend your listing and get your business back where it belongs—front and center on Google.

Is your local search clogged with shady, fake business listings? In Episode 14 of Rise and Rank w/ RankPast, we break down GBP spam—how to spot it, when to report it, and the exact steps to get it removed. It’s time to clean up Google Maps and clear the way for your business to rank where it belongs!

Is your Google Business Profile dashboard gathering dust? In episode 13 of Rise and Rank w/ RankPast, we break down GBP insights—what they mean, how to read them, and how to turn those stats into strategic moves that drive real results. It’s time to use your data to rise in local search!

Ep. 12 is your Messaging game-changer! In this episode, we dive into Google Business Profile Messaging and how to turn listing views into real-time conversations. You’ll learn how to set it up, reply like a pro, and use it to boost bookings and build trust. A must-listen for any local business ready to connect fast and convert faster

In Episode 11 of Rise and Rank with RankPast, we reveal the most common Google Business Profile mistakes—from outdated hours to keyword stuffing—and how to fix them fast for better visibility, trust, and conversions.

Episode 10 shows how to turn your Google Business Profile into a 24/7 digital receptionist with “Book Now” features that boost bookings, cut cancellations, and grow revenue. Perfect for salons, restaurants, healthcare, and service businesses.

Your GBP listings should be working overtime—and in Ep. 9, we show you how! Learn how to write service descriptions that rank, create click-worthy product posts, and turn your listing into a high-performing digital storefront. Perfect for service and product-based businesses alike.

Confused customers = missed sales. Episode 8 shows how Google Business Profile attributes like “Outdoor Seating” or “Wheelchair Accessible” turn browsers into buyers. Learn how to stand out, show up in more searches, and boost your local SEO in minutes.

Turn your GBP Q&A into a trust-building, SEO-boosting machine. Episode 7 teaches you how to answer smart, seed FAQs, and spark community replies.

In Episode 6 of Rise and Rank with RankPast, Kai and Aileen, turn customer reviews into your SEO superpower! Learn how to collect, respond, and market them to boost Google rankings and build trust.