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Azeem Ahmad on SEO Salary Gaps, DEI in Marketing & Building a Digital Voice 🎧 | Episode #7528 Apr 202101:50:04

In the powerful Season 3 finale of the Page 2 Podcast, we welcome Azeem Ahmad—award-winning digital marketer, podcast host, and outspoken diversity advocate. Azeem shares his journey from aspiring sports journalist to leading in-house SEO roles, agency life, and launching the Azeem Digital Asks podcast. This episode goes beyond strategy to talk about self-worth, salary negotiations, and the deep-rooted inequities in the marketing industry. With unfiltered insights and personal stories, Azeem challenges us all to rethink equity, visibility, and opportunity in digital marketing.

🌐 In this episode:
• How Azeem pivoted from sports journalism into SEO and digital marketing
• The difference between agency vs. in-house SEO career paths
• Salary disparities and the importance of transparency in the SEO industry
• Why he launched his podcast and how it amplifies underrepresented voices
• The personal and professional toll of being overlooked due to bias
• What inspired his viral article: "Diversity, Inclusion, and Marketing in 2021: Why Has Nothing Changed?"
• DEI progress in SEO—what’s working, what’s not, and what’s needed
• Practical steps companies and individuals can take to create real change
• A candid discussion about privilege, allyship, and accountability in tech
• Closing the season with a look ahead and how every voice matters

A must-listen episode for any marketer who believes in equity, authenticity, and growth—on every level.

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Dawn Anderson on NLP, Google's BERT & Learning SEO from Scratch 🧠 | Episode #7422 Apr 202101:37:03

In Episode 74 of the Page 2 Podcast, we talk with Dawn Anderson, Managing Director at Bertey, international SEO speaker, researcher, and lecturer. From running a construction company to becoming one of the industry’s most respected voices in technical SEO and information retrieval, Dawn shares a truly unconventional and deeply inspiring journey. 

We discuss the power of self-taught curiosity, the role of formal education in digital marketing, and her academic dive into AI, NLP, and computer science. If you’ve ever wondered what makes Google's BERT tick—or what it’s like to learn SEO from the ground up—this episode delivers in every way.

🧬 In this episode:
• Dawn's transition from construction business owner to SEO expert
• How an information architect changed her perspective on web development
• Her academic pursuit of AI, machine learning, and information retrieval
• What Google's BERT algorithm actually does—and its real-world SEO impact
• Why passion and self-directed learning matter more than any degree
• The power of passage ranking, contextual relevance, and NLP in search
• A behind-the-scenes look at Dawn's experience speaking at BrightonSEO
• Public speaking advice for SEOs just starting out
• Misconceptions about traditional education and digital marketing careers
• Why understanding search engine architecture can change how you do SEO

Dawn’s journey proves that SEO isn’t just a skill—it’s a discipline where grit, learning, and curiosity win every time.

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🌎 Multilingual SEO & Cultural Content Strategy with Veruska Anconitano | Episode #6516 Feb 202101:32:00

Episode 65 of the Page 2 Podcast welcomes Veruska Anconitano, a multilingual SEO expert and seasoned digital marketer. Veruska shares her incredible journey, beginning in Italy, transitioning to Google quality rating, and now running global SEO strategies for top international brands. 

She emphasizes the importance of cultural understanding in multilingual SEO and highlights common pitfalls companies face when localizing their content. Veruska also discusses the critical role of UX in multilingual marketing and offers actionable insights into creating culturally relevant and technically sound SEO strategies.

🌐 In this episode:
• The essentials of multilingual SEO and how to avoid common mistakes
• Importance of understanding cultural nuances in global marketing
• Technical best practices for hreflang implementation
• UX considerations for international audiences
• Effective content strategies tailored for multilingual sites
• Insights into working with global brands and tourism boards
• Practical tips for improving local search presence globally
• Differences in user search behaviors across countries
• Pros and cons of being an SEO consultant versus working in-house
• Real-life experiences from working as a Google quality rater

This episode provides essential knowledge for marketers, SEOs, and global brands looking to expand internationally and effectively manage multilingual strategies.

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🐍 Technical SEO Mastery, Python Tips & Building Tech SEO Boost with Paul Shapiro | Episode #6410 Feb 202101:34:03

Episode 64 of the Page 2 Podcast welcomes Paul Shapiro, Global Director of Technical SEO at Condé Nast and founder of Tech SEO Boost. Paul shares his incredible journey into technical SEO, from creating websites as a teenager to leading global SEO strategies for iconic brands like Wired, Vogue, and GQ. 

He opens up about building the renowned Tech SEO Boost conference, shares actionable insights on using Python for SEO, and explains how technical SEO is evolving as websites become more complex and data-driven.

🔧 In this episode:
• Paul's journey from psychology student to technical SEO expert
• Practical advice on getting started with Python for SEO
• Insights into founding and growing the Tech SEO Boost conference
• The rise and future of technical SEO as websites become increasingly complex
• Real-life challenges and hilarious moments from client pitches (Ricky Martin anyone?)
• What it's like balancing life as a parent of twins during a pandemic
• Differences between agency life and in-house SEO
• Key skills required to excel as a technical SEO specialist
• Importance of experimentation, automation, and data analysis in modern SEO

Paul’s deep expertise and engaging stories make this episode essential listening for anyone interested in technical SEO, Python automation, or growing their SEO career.

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Optimizing Brand SERPs & Knowledge Panels with Jason Barnard (The Brand SERP Guy) | Episode #6301 Feb 202101:28:46

Episode 63 of the Page 2 Podcast features Jason Barnard, known globally as "The Brand SERP Guy" and founder of Kalicube. In this captivating discussion, Jason shares his extraordinary journey—from punk-rock bassist and blue cartoon dog to pioneering expert in Brand SERP optimization and knowledge panel management. 

He explains the importance of controlling what Google shows about your brand, how to establish trust through optimized brand SERPs, and practical strategies for mastering Google's knowledge graph. This insightful conversation also touches on personal branding, entrepreneurship, and Jason’s colorful experiences in digital marketing.

🧩 In this episode:
• Jason’s unique transition from punk rocker to SEO expert
• Insights into controlling and optimizing your brand’s Google results
• Practical tips for managing and improving knowledge panels
• The importance of schema and structured data for SEO success
• How Jason leveraged personal branding to transform his career
• Key lessons from building Kalicube and growing an SEO-focused company
• Personal anecdotes about living and running a business in Mauritius
• Jason’s compelling background as a cartoon blue dog in children's entertainment
• Why empathy and trust are critical in digital marketing and brand building

Jason’s stories and expertise provide invaluable lessons for marketers, business owners, and SEOs looking to optimize their brand visibility online.

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🚀 Mastering Enterprise SEO & App Store Optimization with Jackie Chu (Uber) | Episode #6226 Jan 202101:35:04

In Episode 62 of the Page 2 Podcast, Jackie Chu, Global Lead of SEO Intelligence at Uber, shares her incredible journey through the tech SEO world—from her start at small agencies to her current role managing global enterprise SEO strategies. Jackie reveals critical insights into app store optimization (ASO), shares advice on effectively managing SEO teams, and opens up about diversity, mentorship, and tackling imposter syndrome.

🌟 In this episode:
• Jackie’s career path from unpaid intern to Uber's Global SEO Intelligence Lead
• Deep dive into App Store Optimization (ASO) and how it differs from traditional SEO
• Effective strategies for managing and delegating within large SEO teams
• Insights on communicating with developers and building strong cross-functional relationships
• Tackling diversity, representation, and overcoming biases within the SEO industry
• How to handle imposter syndrome and foster inclusive mentorship
• SEO for large enterprise brands vs. small-scale businesses
• Practical advice on starting a career in enterprise SEO
• Lessons learned from working in high-growth tech environments like Uber, Square, and Dropbox

This episode offers powerful insights and actionable tips, perfect for SEO professionals aiming for growth in their career and strategic thinking in digital marketing.

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🎙️ Shopify SEO Content Strategy & Career Growth Insights with Kameron Jenkins | Episode #6119 Jan 202101:24:35

Episode 61 of the Page 2 Podcast features Kameron Jenkins, SEO and Content Lead at Shopify, discussing her journey from agency life to leading content strategy at major tech brands. Kameron shares valuable lessons learned in team management, overcoming imposter syndrome, and effectively integrating SEO with content marketing. 

She emphasizes the importance of writing for users, not just search engines, and highlights practical strategies for improving content visibility through featured snippets and structured data. Kameron’s approachable style and real-world experience make this a must-listen episode for content marketers, SEO professionals, and anyone interested in elevating their digital presence.

✨ In this episode:
• Kameron’s career path from agency SEO to Shopify
• Overcoming imposter syndrome in high-visibility roles
• How to effectively manage and grow SEO teams
• Strategies for aligning content marketing and SEO efforts
• Using keyword data as user research to inform content
• Best practices for optimizing content for Google’s featured snippets
• The future of Google search, including passage-based indexing
• Insights into content strategy at Shopify and Moz
• Handling challenges in managing internal stakeholder expectations
• Advice for new SEOs entering the industry

This episode offers practical insights and actionable advice to enhance your approach to SEO-driven content strategy.

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🚀 SEO Strategies for Nonprofits, Agency Insights & Career Wisdom with Mark Alves | Episode #6011 Jan 202101:35:53

In episode 60 of the Page 2 Podcast, Mark Alves, SEO Manager at GMMB, shares his fascinating journey from volunteer webmaster to leading impactful SEO strategies for nonprofits and associations. 

Mark opens up about website migrations, analytics best practices, and the unique challenges of SEO in the nonprofit sector. He discusses how to build effective SEO processes, the importance of empathy in client relationships, and candidly addresses ageism in the SEO industry.

🔍 In this episode:
• Mark’s path into SEO through usability and analytics
• Practical advice for successful nonprofit SEO
• Key differences in SEO strategies for nonprofits vs. commercial sites
• Best practices for handling complex website migrations
• The realities of working within nonprofits and associations
• Ageism in the SEO industry and overcoming biases
• Valuable career advice for both junior and experienced SEOs
• Importance of empathy and effective communication in SEO
• Leveraging Google Data Studio and analytics to prove SEO value
• How passion and willingness often outweigh skills in building teams

Mark’s insights provide a deep understanding of how to effectively navigate SEO within nonprofits, associations, and across diverse teams and client relationships.

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🎄 Ecommerce SEO Masterclass and Holiday Strategy Tips with Luke Carthy | Episode #5926 Dec 202001:33:32

Episode 59 of the Page 2 Podcast features Luke Carthy, ecommerce consultant and founder of Afrodrops, sharing his remarkable journey from selling HDMI cables on eBay to becoming an ecommerce SEO expert. 

Luke dives deep into effective strategies for optimizing ecommerce sites, common pitfalls around holiday season optimization, and crucial post-holiday tactics, such as handling gift card strategies and returns. 

Luke also touches on entrepreneurship, his passion for improving customer experiences, and practical tips to boost online store performance.

🎁 In this episode:
• Luke’s inspiring ecommerce journey from eBay seller to SEO expert
• Key ecommerce SEO strategies for holiday season success
• Essential post-holiday SEO and marketing tactics
• How to optimize ecommerce sites for better conversions
• Gift card optimization and managing returns effectively
• Common ecommerce pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Tips on using analytics for strategic decision-making
• The importance of customer experience in ecommerce
• Navigating challenges in entrepreneurship and ecommerce growth
• Fun holiday anecdotes and SEO stories from the trenches

Luke provides invaluable insights into ecommerce optimization, making this episode essential listening for marketers, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to boost online sales and traffic.

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🎙️Mastering Local SEO & Agency Growth with Claire Carlile | Episode #5814 Dec 202001:26:25

In episode 58 of the Page 2 Podcast, we chat with Claire Carlile, founder of Claire Carlile Marketing, about her inspiring journey from teacher to agency owner. Claire opens up about her path to becoming a local SEO expert, tackling imposter syndrome, speaking at major conferences, and navigating the ups and downs of running a small boutique agency. 

From practical SEO tips for small businesses to insights on balancing work-life during challenging times, Claire provides a refreshingly honest perspective on what it truly means to succeed in the digital marketing world.

🌊 In this episode:
• Claire’s transition from teaching to digital marketing
• Valuable strategies for small business local SEO
• How Claire overcame imposter syndrome through public speaking
• Tips for getting started with conference speaking in SEO
• Lessons learned from running a boutique SEO agency for over 10 years
• Practical advice for handling client relationships and choosing ideal clients
• Navigating challenges like COVID-19’s impact on small businesses
• Why building community support is essential in the SEO industry
• Claire’s insights into effective professional development practices
• Personal anecdotes about cold-water swimming and maintaining mental health

Claire’s journey highlights the importance of passion, resilience, and community support in building a thriving SEO career.

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🎮 Local SEO Mastery, Gaming, and Diversity in SEO with Amanda Jordan | Episode #5707 Dec 202001:14:09

In episode 57 of the Page 2 Podcast, we're joined by Amanda Jordan, Director of Local Search at Locomotive. Amanda shares her fascinating journey into local SEO, starting from auditing Yellow Pages ads to becoming a respected voice in the industry.

She dives deep into local SEO strategies, discusses common challenges like spam reporting, and highlights the critical importance of content quality in local rankings. 

Additionally, Amanda opens up about diversity in the SEO community and her impactful work with United Search to promote underrepresented speakers. Plus, we discuss gaming, parenthood, and managing work-life balance during the pandemic!

🎲 In this episode:
• Amanda’s journey from debt collection to local SEO
• Practical strategies for improving local SEO performance
• How to effectively report and remove spam from Google Maps
• The crucial role of content quality in local SEO
• Gaming as a creative outlet and its unexpected benefits
• Building effective local landing pages for multiple locations
• How Amanda landed her role at Locomotive by demonstrating value
• Diversity, inclusion, and confronting bias within the SEO industry
• The impactful mission of United Search and Women in Tech SEO
• Managing SEO challenges during Google's algorithm updates

This episode is filled with actionable insights and honest conversations that will empower your approach to local SEO and inspire your growth in the SEO industry.

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🚀 Mastering Website Migrations & Agency SEO Tips with Helen Pollitt | Episode #5624 Nov 202001:23:05

In episode 56 of the Page 2 Podcast, we chat with Helen Pollitt, Founder of Arrows Up, about her journey through SEO, digital marketing, and becoming an agency owner. 

Helen shares honest insights from her career path, including early SEO mistakes, the realities of launching her own agency, and crucial lessons learned from managing over 50 website migrations. We discuss critical SEO migration strategies, common pitfalls, the importance of redirects, and how to effectively navigate internal agency challenges.

🧩 In this episode:
• Helen’s journey from debt collection to digital marketing
• Real stories of SEO learning curves and early career mishaps
• Critical strategies for successful website migrations
• The reality of agency life: stakeholder management, stress, and rewards
• Essential tips for starting your own SEO consulting business
• How to communicate effectively with developers and stakeholders
• Overcoming common SEO implementation roadblocks
• Preparing clients for Google's Core Web Vitals update
• Helen’s advice on public speaking and personal branding in SEO
• Why the Women in Tech SEO community is invaluable for industry growth

This conversation offers real-world advice and candid insights essential for anyone involved in website migrations, agency SEO, or considering launching their own consultancy.

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Chima Mmeje on SEO Content Strategy, Topic Clusters & Building a Personal Brand from Nigeria 🌍 | Episode #7314 Apr 202101:21:20

In Episode 73 of the Page 2 Podcast, we talk with Chima Mmeje—SEO content strategist, founder of Zenith Copy, and one of the most inspiring voices in the digital marketing space. From writing 100,000+ words a month for a content mill while holding a government job in Nigeria, to becoming a sought-after expert for SaaS brands, Chima shares her incredible journey. 

She breaks down how to use topic clusters for scalable SEO growth, how to charge what you're worth, and how to build a powerful personal brand even when starting with nothing.

💡 In this episode:
• How Chima transitioned from hotel work and bartending to founding Zenith Copy
• The physical and emotional toll of content mill work—and how she escaped
• Finding the courage to charge premium rates and break free from bias
• Using LinkedIn and Twitter to build an organic personal brand
• How she structures SEO content strategies with topic clusters and long-form content
• Her take on integrating value propositions into blog content
• Why some of the best-performing posts don’t show up in keyword tools
• The importance of writing content that serves the reader—not word count goals
• Real talk on bias, burnout, and battling industry gatekeeping
• Her unique process for selling content strategy through education and content briefs

Chima’s story is raw, real, and rich with insights for content marketers, SEOs, and freelancers alike.

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🐍 SEO Automation, Python & Entrepreneurship: Hamlet Batista's Inspiring Journey | Page 2 Podcast 🎙️16 Nov 202001:23:19

In this special episode of the Page 2 Podcast, we talk to Hamlet Batista, founder and CEO of RankSense, about his remarkable journey from the Dominican Republic to becoming a leading voice in SEO automation and Python. 

Hamlet shares his experiences of building successful businesses, overcoming setbacks, and why automation is critical for scaling SEO strategies. 

He dives deep into the benefits and limitations of Python in SEO, shares actionable insights on how to start automating your workflows, and emphasizes the power of empathy in client relationships.

🚀 In this episode:
• Hamlet’s entrepreneurial journey from the Dominican Republic to the U.S.
• How early experiences in IT shaped his passion for automation
• The truth behind SEO automation and its real-world applications
• Practical ways to integrate Python into your SEO workflows
• Why understanding context and empathy are crucial in client-facing SEO
• Common pitfalls and misconceptions around automated SEO tools
• How RankSense simplifies SEO implementation at scale
• Advice on becoming an SEO generalist before specializing
• The importance of diversity and giving back through mentorship programs

Hamlet's journey is packed with invaluable lessons on SEO automation, resilience, and leadership—perfect for anyone looking to level up their SEO career.

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🥞 Ecommerce SEO & Personal Branding Secrets with Kristina Azarenko | Page 2 Podcast 🎙️09 Nov 202001:26:59

On this episode of the Page 2 Podcast, we're joined by ecommerce SEO specialist and founder of Marketing Syrup, Kristina Azarenko. Kristina shares her fascinating journey from Belarus to Canada, transitioning from debt collection to SEO, and ultimately launching her own successful business. 

We dive into her love for ecommerce SEO, managing technical challenges, and why she believes planning and clear documentation are key to SEO success. Kristina also talks about her popular "45-Day SEO Challenge" course, the power of personal branding, and shares insightful tips for holiday SEO strategy.

🥞 In this episode:
• Kristina's transition from linguistics and debt collection to SEO
• The launch and evolution of Marketing Syrup
• Why ecommerce SEO is uniquely rewarding and challenging
• Strategies to handle complex faceted navigation in ecommerce
• Essential holiday-season SEO tips, including evergreen landing pages
• Structured data strategies to boost ecommerce visibility
• How planning, structure, and documentation drive SEO success
• Advice for overcoming SEO imposter syndrome and finding your niche
• Insights from Kristina’s popular "45-Day SEO Challenge" course

This episode is packed with actionable advice to level up your ecommerce SEO game—whether you're an industry veteran or just starting out.

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🎃 B2B SEO, Halloween, and Red Hat Real Talk with Jairus Mitchell & Jennifer Calogero - Episode #5302 Nov 202001:22:26

In this Halloween special of the Page 2 Podcast, we welcome two powerhouse guests from Red Hat: Jairus Mitchell and Jennifer Calogero. It’s a fun, candid, and deep dive into B2B SEO, internal advocacy, technical challenges, and the hilarious chaos that is Halloween parenting. 

We cover the evolution of websites, whether SEOs really need to know Python, and why building relationships is more important than knowing every ranking factor. With a strong tag-team dynamic, this episode delivers insight and laughs in equal measure.

🍬 In this episode:
• Why technical SEO deserves more respect in product roadmaps
• How Jairus got into SEO after being laid off from a link building agency
• Jennifer’s journey from design to dev to product management at Red Hat
• The challenge of SEO implementation in enterprise environments
• How to prioritize SEO projects when the roadmap is packed
• The truth about Python, personal branding, and SEO impostor syndrome
• Why building internal relationships drives SEO success
• Whether subdomain vs. subfolder is the SEO debate that will never die
• A wrestling-themed word association game you didn’t know you needed
• Why SEO Twitter can be brilliant and brutal all at once

This episode is a mix of professional wisdom, offbeat humor, and insight into how real SEO work happens behind the curtain.

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🎯 Joe Hall on Technical SEO, Personal Branding and Surviving Impostor Syndrome in SEO26 Oct 202001:27:53

In Episode 52 of the Page 2 Podcast, technical SEO veteran Joe Hall of Hall Analysis joins Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella for a refreshingly candid deep dive into the SEO industry. 

From his early days in web development to running his own consulting business, Joe shares the behind-the-scenes realities of agency vs. freelance life, SEO implementation struggles, and his evolution as both a strategist and a brand. 

We also explore his take on personal branding, client psychology, imposter syndrome, and how success in SEO is rarely about having all the answers—and often about how you present them.

🔍 In this episode:
• Joe’s transition from web developer to technical SEO consultant
• The origin of the “Honey Badger” nickname and thoughts on personal branding
• How being “a little obnoxious” can actually drive SEO leads
• The tension between technical expertise and marketing polish
• Real talk about imposter syndrome and how Joe reframes it
• Why implementation—not strategy—is the biggest SEO challenge
• His most memorable wins, including a 12M-link plugin success story
• Why he prefers PHP and how it still powers 30% of the internet
• Dealing with CEOs, dev teams, and organizational politics
• What makes a good SEO consultant (and what leads to burnout)

Whether you're new to SEO or a seasoned strategist, this episode delivers a blend of tough truths, humor, and actionable insights to keep your mindset sharp and your strategies real.

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🦠 SEO in a Pandemic: Behind the Scenes of the Page 2 Podcast Season 3 Premiere - Episode #5120 Oct 202000:34:03

Season 3 of the Page 2 Podcast kicks off with an introspective look into life, SEO, and resilience. Hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella open up about navigating COVID-era layoffs, landing at Wirecutter and The New York Times, surviving agency cuts, and the decision to keep the podcast alive. 

They share what’s new this season—including YouTube expansion, going back to their interview roots, and a preview of amazing SEO guests to come. This isn’t just another SEO podcast episode—it’s real, raw, and honest about what it's like to be an SEO through chaos.

🧠 In this episode:
• Jeff’s layoff during COVID and how he landed a role at Wirecutter (NYT)
• Why networking and community support made all the difference
• Jacob on leading a smaller SEO team through agency uncertainty
• The mental load of parenting, teaching, and working remotely
• What it’s really like doing SEO for massive publishers like NYT
• Agency life vs. in-house: freedom, frustration, and focus
• The decision to keep the podcast going after Season 2 burnout
• Format changes: less SEO news, more human stories and deeper interviews
• A sneak peek at the guests lined up for Season 3
• The long-term vision for the Page 2 Podcast

This season starts with honesty, grit, and a glimpse into what it means to stay passionate in tough times.

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🌱 Scaling Local SEO & Gardening Ambitions: Dan Leibson’s SEO Vision for the Future 🌍28 Apr 202001:33:59

In this milestone 50th episode of the Page 2 Podcast and the Season 2 finale, we’re joined by Dan Leibson, VP of Search at Local SEO Guide. Dan opens up about his path from early internet bulletin boards and a political science background to leading SEO strategy for major brands. 

Beyond SEO, Dan shares his love for gardening, his goal to retire by 45, and the challenges of growing an agency from two to fifteen people. We also dive deep into scaling local SEO, building team infrastructure, avoiding automation pitfalls, and what really moves the needle in local rankings.

🌿 In this episode:
• Dan’s early online roots and accidental pivot into SEO
• His love of gardening, sustainability, and green startup advising
• Building an SEO agency from scratch—team structure, hiring, and remote culture
• How Local SEO Guide grew its tech infrastructure and automation strategy
• The myth of citation consistency and why scale trumps “owning” listings
• Challenges with platforms like Yext, subdomain vs. subfolder debates, and GMB API management
• Google’s free shopping listings and the evolving SEO vs. paid media dynamic
• Why local SEO is more than just GMB—it’s about landing pages, IA, and user intent
• The impact of review content and how Google is mining sentiment
• Dan’s take on “SEO bullets,” burrito ranking factors, and what really moves the needle

Whether you're in-house, agency-side, or thinking about your own SEO shop—this episode wraps the season with equal parts insight, strategy, and real talk.

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🧵 From Algorithms to Empathy: Jessica Levenson’s Guide to SEO Leadership & Content Strategy - Episode #4920 Apr 202001:45:09

On this episode of the Page 2 Podcast, we speak with Jessica Levenson, Head of Digital Strategy and SEO at NetSuite. Jessica shares how she blended a background in computer science and math with a passion for writing and strategy. 

We discuss her progression from front-end developer to SEO leader, building SEO teams, and developing enterprise content strategies that convert. We also explore the importance of empathy in SEO, particularly when leading teams and navigating cross-functional relationships. 

Plus, she opens up about managing life, work, and parenting during the COVID-19 pandemic.

🧵 In this episode:
• Jessica’s unique career path from science and front-end dev to SEO leadership
• Balancing technical acumen with storytelling and UX thinking
• Her experience building and mentoring high-performing SEO teams
• The role of empathy in cross-functional communication and implementation
• How to shift organizations away from “write first, optimize later” content habits
• The framework she uses to create content strategies that scale
• How COVID reshaped her work at NetSuite and redefined priorities
• What it’s like being a parent, leader, and strategist—all in the same day
• The importance of adaptability, flexibility, and trust when leading remote teams
• Her views on schema adoption, featured snippets, and optimizing for SERP visibility

This episode is a crash course in SEO leadership—packed with strategy, insights, and real-world lessons.

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🌍 From Cairo to Code: Areej AbuAli on Diversity, Tech SEO & Leadership ✨ - Episode #4806 Apr 202001:14:01

In this episode of the Page 2 Podcast, we sit down with Areej AbuAli—SEO Manager at Zoopla and founder of Women in Tech SEO. From growing up in Egypt to launching one of the industry's most impactful communities, Areej shares her personal journey, her transition from agency to in-house, and her passion for technical SEO. 

We discuss her experience leading a sold-out all-women conference just days before the COVID-19 lockdown, her take on representation in the industry, and why implementation is the hill she’ll die on. Her insights are candid, powerful, and exactly what this industry needs.

✨ In this episode:
• How Areej discovered SEO while studying computer engineering and business IT
• Her transition from Egypt to the UK—and how she adapted personally and professionally
• Agency vs. in-house SEO: what she prefers and why
• The story behind founding Women in Tech SEO and launching its global community
• How a tweet led to 1,000+ women joining a support network in under a year
• Building a diverse speaker lineup and encouraging first-time presenters
• Facing criticism for organizing a women-only conference—and why she kept going
• The role of empathy, relationships, and realistic expectations in driving SEO success
• Why focusing on fewer, high-impact technical recommendations leads to better implementation

Areej reminds us that the SEO community is stronger when it’s more inclusive—and better results come from deeper collaboration.

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🎙️ From eBay to Agency Founder: Bill Sebald’s SEO Journey 🚀31 Mar 202001:40:14

In this episode of the Page 2 Podcast, we dive into the origin story of Bill Sebald, founder and partner at Greenlane. From selling CDs on eBay in the ‘90s to becoming an agency leader and adjunct professor, Bill shares how he built a career in SEO long before it was mainstream. 

We explore the early days of digital marketing, scaling a boutique agency, building the right team, and the philosophy behind effective SEO reporting. Plus, we touch on leadership during the COVID-19 crisis and how SEOs can sharpen their communication and insight-delivery skills.

🧠 In this episode:
• How Bill got started in SEO by selling CDs on eBay in 1996
• The founding and growth of Greenlane from consultancy to 15-person agency
• What makes a great hire: why passion and attitude matter more than credentials
• Bill’s experience teaching SEO at Philadelphia-area universities
• Challenges of reporting SEO results and building insight-driven dashboards
• Remote work, team collaboration, and culture-building in a hybrid agency
• How agencies stepped up to support employees during the COVID-19 pandemic
• The importance of structured data and site messaging during business disruptions
• Lessons learned from managing SEO within limited platforms and in-house teams

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🎵 From Turntables to Technical SEO: Lily Ray on Building SEO Trust, E-E-A-T, and Empathy at Scale23 Mar 202001:09:24

In Episode 46, Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with Lily Ray, Director of SEO at Path Interactive, to discuss her journey from a tech-driven childhood to becoming one of SEO’s most recognized and respected voices. 

Lily shares how her early exposure to HTML, a pivot from law school, and her creative background as a DJ led her into digital marketing. The conversation covers building client trust, agency life, COVID-era SEO challenges, and how empathy plays a central role in her strategy.

🎧 In this episode: 

• How Lily's tech family and music background shaped her SEO path
• Lessons from agency SEO and building client trust through quick wins
• Strategies for balancing technical SEO, content, and structured data
• Honest takes on COVID-19's impact on the industry and the human side of SEO
• Building authority, navigating client roadblocks, and giving back to small businesses
• Why empathy is the most underrated SEO skill—and how to develop it

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🚀 Kevin Indig on SEO Testing, Zero-Based Strategy & Scaling SEO at Shopify | Episode #7209 Apr 202101:31:23

In Episode 72 of the Page 2 Podcast, we sit down with Kevin Indig, Director of SEO at Shopify and host of the TechBound podcast. From building gaming websites as a teen to leading SEO at companies like Atlassian, G2, and now Shopify, Kevin's career is a blueprint for modern SEO leadership. 

In this episode, he introduces his concept of "Zero-Based SEO," a mindset shift that encourages testing everything from scratch—title tags to templates—to drive scalable, data-backed growth. We also explore the evolution of SEO careers, agency vs. in-house life, and building SEO experimentation frameworks that actually get things done.

🧪 In this episode:
• Kevin’s journey from gamer kid in Germany to SEO leader at Shopify
• Lessons learned from Atlassian, G2, and DailyMotion
• What "Zero-Based SEO" really means—and why it matters now
• Testing frameworks and tools for SEO experimentation
• Why robust testing is essential for modern enterprise SEO
• The challenges of implementation and developer collaboration
• How to scale SEO across large teams and product orgs
• Podcasting vs. writing: how Kevin creates content at scale
• How to fight burnout, prioritize your time, and build systems
• The future of data-driven SEO and what SEOs can learn from medicine

This episode is packed with career insights, innovative thinking, and tactical SEO approaches for growth-stage and enterprise teams alike.

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How Luke Davis Turned Blogging, Music, and HTML into a Career in SEO - While Navigating Diversity in the Industry - Episode #4517 Mar 202001:25:25

In Episode 45, The Page 2 Podcast welcomes Luke Davis, SEO Executive at Adzooma, to unpack how his early passion for music and blogging led to a self-taught career in SEO. Luke shares how coding in front-page HTML and launching a hip-hop blog laid the foundation for his digital marketing journey. 

He also gets candid about his struggles breaking into the field, including the culture shock of moving from the UK to the US and the realities of being a Black professional in a predominantly white industry.

🎯 In this episode:
• From record label blogging to SEO executive
• Self-taught coding and learning SEO through side projects
• Working in PPC and finding SEO’s place in a paid ads company
• Culture shocks, accents, and assimilation in the US
• Diversity, privilege, and underrepresentation in SEO
• Building authority and voice on Twitter and within the SEO community

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🔧 JavaScript SEO, Site Migrations & Rendering Fixes with Bartosz Góralewicz (Onely) - Episode #4409 Mar 202001:16:45

In Episode 44 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with Bartosz Góralewicz, founder of Onely and co-founder of Elephate, to explore his bold and boundary-breaking path in SEO. 

From his roots in black hat affiliate marketing to building Poland’s first white hat SEO agency and pioneering JavaScript SEO research, Bartosz has earned his rep as one of the most technical minds in the business.

💥 Inside this episode: 

• How helping his wife’s photography site sparked a wild career in SEO
• The rise and fall of link networks and affiliate SEO
• His breakthrough case study on Expedia’s penalties that went viral
• The science and risk of JavaScript rendering, and why it’s Google’s biggest challenge
• Why technical SEO is still underappreciated—and misunderstood—by clients
• The shift to mobile-first indexing and how most crawlers still lag behind
• Schema abuse, structured data penalties, and when Google pushes back
• Behind-the-scenes of SEO migrations for sites with 100M+ pages
• The truth about eCommerce site failures—and how Bartosz’s team turns them around

This episode is a masterclass in technical SEO, business risk, and how persistence and precision can shape the global conversation in search.

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🌐 From Nicaragua to the Global Stage—Aleyda Solis Shares Her Remarkable Journey From Systems Engineer to One of SEO’s Most Recognizable Voices - Episode #4302 Mar 202001:39:53

In Episode 43, Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with international SEO consultant, speaker, author, entrepreneur, and YouTuber Aleyda Solis

Known for her YouTube series Crawling Mondays and her work as the founder of Orainti and Remoters.net, Aleyda discusses how her studies led her to become a web designer which eventually led her to SEO, going from agency to in-house to becoming an independent consultant, founding and managing her businesses, building her personal brand, public speaking, keeping up with her hectic schedule, why she loves travel (and food), and so much more.

🔥 What you’ll hear: 

• How Aleyda built her brand and consultancy while staying intentionally small
• Why she prioritizes strategic SEO for complex global brands
• Her approach to speaking, personal branding, and not burning out
• A deep dive into YouTube and video SEO—including her data-backed tips from Crawling Mondays
• Thoughts on Search Console improvements and double-dipping featured snippet losses
• Life as a foodie, traveler, and SEO educator
• What it really takes to thrive independently in SEO today

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🌍 From Teaching to Technical SEO: Natalie Arney on Career Pivots, Mental Health, and Punching Above Your Weight - Episode #4224 Feb 202001:37:33

In Episode 42 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella welcome Natalie Arney, a Brighton-based digital marketing and SEO consultant—and speaker at the upcoming BrightonSEO. 

Natalie shares her inspiring journey from the classroom to client meetings, detailing how burnout led her to pivot careers and discover a natural fit in SEO.

✨ Inside the episode: 

• From business teacher to digital strategist: how teaching skills translate to SEO
• Agency vs. in-house SEO—what she learned on both sides
• Finding your voice in copywriting, content strategy, and technical SEO
• What it's like living in Brighton, the mecca of search
• Why mental health is the SEO conversation we need to keep having
• The importance of empathy, online community, and avoiding burnout
• A preview of her BrightonSEO talk: “Punching Above Your Weight”

Natalie opens up with honesty, vulnerability, and real advice for SEOs at all levels navigating pressure, transitions, and the demands of the industry.

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🚴 From Bike Shop to SEO Director—Jason White Talks Local Search, Enterprise Challenges, and Data-Driven Growth - Episode #4118 Feb 202001:31:46

In Episode 41 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella chat with Jason White, Director of SEO at PMG, a leading digital agency headquartered in Fort Worth. Jason shares his unique path from working in a bike shop to becoming a respected SEO leader at a global scale. 

We dive into the nuance of local SEO, navigating massive enterprise organizations, the quirks of SEO data, and the importance of soft skills when collaborating with devs and stakeholders.

🔍 Inside the episode: 

• How eBay sales sparked Jason's SEO journey
• Working in-house vs. agency life—the real differences
• Optimizing massive websites like Hertz and competing with OTAs
• Local SEO at scale: 30,000 locations, one strategy
• The power of trust, soft skills, and relationship building in SEO
• Why Bing traffic still matters (yes, really!)
• Keyword tool inaccuracies and the danger of overreliance
• Hot takes on schema, search console alerts, and structured data bloat
• Why SEO is still misunderstood—and how to fix it

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🚀 Garrett Mehrguth on Discoverability, Scaling Directive, and Why the Best SEOs Know Business First - Episode #4010 Feb 202001:15:27

In Episode 40 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with Garrett Mehrguth, the fiery and fearless founder of Directive, a global search marketing agency. From slinging $5 services on Fiverr to landing clients like Allstate, Garrett shares his no-BS take on what it really takes to succeed in SEO—and why the best practitioners don’t just master keywords, but also speak fluent business.

🔥 Inside this episode: 

• Garrett’s unusual journey from college soccer captain to Fiverr all-star to SEO CEO
• The founding and scaling of Directive—vision, values, and velocity
• Why seos need to ditch the vanity metrics and focus on discoverability
• A breakdown of the "brand over website" philosophy for modern search
• How to talk to executives and align SEO to business goals
• The role of soft skills, leadership, and humility in agency growth
• Behind the scenes of difficult conversations, layoffs, and protecting culture
• SEO speaker hot takes—what makes a good one, and why fluff kills trust
• The power of education: why Directive Institute was built for everyone

Garrett delivers one of the most insightful, candid, and passionate conversations of the season—this one’s for the builders, the truth-tellers, and the SEOs who care about more than just the SERP.

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🧭 From Copywriter to SEO Leader—Carolyn Lyden on Solopreneurship, Local SEO, and Speaking Up for Change - Episode #3903 Feb 202001:32:08

In Episode 39 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella talk with Carolyn Lyden, President and Lead SEO at Search Hermit, about her unconventional path from English major to data-driven marketer. Carolyn shares how copywriting led her into SEO, why it’s easier to train a writer in SEO than the reverse, and how her passion for helping small and women-owned businesses sparked the launch of her consultancy.

🧩 Inside this episode: 

• How Carolyn evolved from AIM-obsessed kid to professional copywriter to SEO strategist
• What it’s really like doing SEO for niche industries (including funeral homes)
• Why local SEO deserves more love—and how small businesses can succeed with it
• Working at CallRail and what it taught her about real marketing attribution
• The constant challenge of educating clients about SEO value and expectations
• Helping women-owned businesses rise in visibility without VC backing
• What it’s like launching a solo consultancy—and learning on the fly
• The power of saying “this isn’t working”—and pivoting your career with purpose
• Why women need to be seen, heard, and respected in SEO—and how we can all do better

Whether you’re growing a freelance business, working with local clients, or striving to make SEO more inclusive, this episode brings a refreshingly honest, grounded perspective on what real success looks like.

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🏏 From BBC Journalist to SEO Thought Leader—Andrew Cock-Starkey on Community Building, Client Wins, and Staying Curious - Episode #3827 Jan 202001:18:10

In Episode 38 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with Andrew Cock-Starkey, better known online as Optimisey—a freelance SEO consultant, educator, and the creator of one of the most active local SEO events in the UK.

Andrew’s SEO journey is anything but traditional. He started as a broadcast journalist at the BBC, focusing on cricket and football (the British kind), and slowly fell in love with content optimization and user behavior through real-time headline testing. That spark led him through web editing, running the Marylebone Cricket Club’s digital presence, and eventually launching his own consultancy.

🎙️ In this episode: 

• The intersection of journalism and SEO—and what journalists get right about traffic
• How running the MCC’s site helped Andrew develop a sharp, test-and-learn SEO style
• Starting the Optimisey Meetup and turning it into a career-launching platform
• Why launching an event without an agenda (literally) can still succeed
• Andrew’s thoughts on Google dropping duplicate listings with featured snippets
• Schema and data vocabulary: why it’s time to ditch the outdated markup
• Tips for running local events, attracting speakers, and dealing with… snack complaints
• Andrew’s favorite overlooked SEO fundamentals (spoiler: it starts with Analytics)

Whether you're a veteran looking to give back or a new SEO trying to find your voice, Andrew’s story proves that generosity, curiosity, and community can open more doors than any single tactic.

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🧠 Martha van Berkel on Innovating with Schema, Scaling Structured Data, and Future-Proofing SEO for Voice, Chat, and AI - Episode #3720 Jan 202001:12:01

In Episode 37 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with Martha van Berkel, CEO and co-founder of Schema App, to unpack the strategic power of structured data—and what it really takes to get it implemented at scale.

We talk about her background in mathematics and engineering (she also attended the MIT Sloan school of management) to her early days building global programs at Cisco to launching Schema App alongside her husband, Martha shares a riveting origin story of ambition, frustration, and bold innovation. 

Her mission? Make SEOs the hero by giving them tools to finally get stuff done—without waiting on dev teams.

🎯 In this episode: 

• Martha’s transition from math & engineering to voice-over-IP to semantic SEO
• What it’s like building a structured data SaaS platform from scratch
• How Schema App solves the #1 pain point in SEO: implementation bottlenecks
• Google’s shifting focus from rich results to understanding—and why it matters
• What structured data means for voice assistants, wearables, chatbots, and more
• How to make a business case for markup even when there's no flashy rich result
• Practical tips for clean analytics, proof of value, and schema scalability
• Her vision of a future where websites become mere data containers—and SEO fuels every surface

This episode is a must-listen for SEOs working with enterprise teams, brands struggling with implementation, or anyone curious about the evolving role of structured data in AI-driven environments.

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🔍 Ian Howells on Building Affiliate Empires, Private SEO Communities, and Why the Basics Still Matter - Episode #3613 Jan 202001:25:06

In Episode 36 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella are joined by the ever-resourceful Ian Howells, co-founder of Traffic Think Tank and veteran of both the affiliate grind and enterprise SEO world. 

From his humble beginnings building websites in high school to monetizing adult content and online poker (yep, really), Ian shares how those early experiences evolved into a career spanning in-house leadership roles, agency pivots, and the creation of one of the SEO industry’s most respected private communities.

📈 Inside this episode: 

• How Ian learned to monetize the web at 17—and what crashed his hosting
• His rise from intern to SEO team lead at Pepperjam and GSI Commerce
• Working with Red Ventures and Lending Tree: corporate SEO from the inside
• The origin and growth of Traffic Think Tank—what it is, who it’s for, and how it’s different
• How he picks affiliate niches using Ahrefs, intent, and scale forecasting
• What most SEOs misunderstand about affiliate marketing and “passive” income
• Thoughts on keyword research, Bing vs Google, and why the basics won’t die
• Building a career by building a site—how hiring managers actually think
• Behind the scenes of running Traffic Think Tank Live (hint: hire an event planner)

This one’s packed with strategy, war stories, and unfiltered insights from someone who’s done it all—from bootstrapped affiliate sites to billion-dollar acquisitions.

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From Aspiring Astrophysicist to SEO Leader: Alina Benny on Content Strategy & Global Career Growth 🚀 | Episode #7107 Apr 202101:32:25

Episode 71 of the Page 2 Podcast features Alina Benny, SEO and Content Lead at Nextiva. Alina shares her remarkable journey from engineering student and aspiring astrophysicist in India to leading global SEO strategy for a major SaaS brand. 

She opens up about breaking into the U.S. market, overcoming bias, and establishing herself as a content-driven growth marketer. This episode covers everything from content optimization and product-focused SEO to international career building and diversity in marketing.

🌟 In this episode:
• Alina's unexpected pivot from engineering to SEO
• How she built authority with her LinkedIn profile and quantifiable results
• Insights into SEO for SaaS and telecom, including high-funnel vs. product content
• Smart strategies for scaling content and building internal processes
• Navigating U.S. hiring biases and the realities of working remotely from India
• How to blend CRO, paid media, and SEO into a cohesive demand gen strategy
• Why she believes SEOs must understand product development
• Tactical advice on managing sales relationships and mining internal insights for content
• Honest reflections on burnout, career resilience, and imposter syndrome
• The cultural complexity of India and what Western marketers should understand

Alina's transparency, technical expertise, and leadership in SEO make this an episode packed with both inspiration and practical strategies for marketers of all levels.

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🎙️ Sarah McDowell on SEO Career Curveballs, Podcasting Hustles, Implementation Psychology, and Owning Your Voice in the Industry - Episode #3502 Jan 202001:08:57

In Episode 35 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella chat with Sarah McDowell, SEO Specialist at Likemind Media and co-host of the SEO SAS Podcast. From the dance studio to agency link building, from founding a solo business to launching one of the few female-led SEO podcasts, Sarah’s journey is anything but conventional—and it’s full of wisdom.

This episode covers: 

• How Sarah broke into SEO from a background in dance
• Her path across agencies, in-house roles, and eventually entrepreneurship
• The reality of running your own agency—and what brought her back to team life
• Creative link-building ideas, PR campaigns, and modern internal linking strategy
• Why client psychology and communication is often the real SEO challenge
• Her advice for hiring, interviewing, and spotting true SEO talent
• Launching the SEO SAS Podcast: niche gaps, audience building, and keeping it fun
• Making SEO more accessible, educational, and less boring (spoiler: she’s succeeding)

Sarah brings humor, insight, and a ton of transparency around what it takes to thrive in SEO, manage client expectations, and show up authentically—whether on calls or behind the mic.

🔔 Subscribe for more unfiltered conversations with the people redefining SEO with every link, line of code, and line of dialogue.

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🔄 Casie Gillette on Bartending to MozCon, Building SEO Teams, Client Curveballs, and Owning Your Story - Episode #3423 Dec 201900:57:05

In Episode 34 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with Casie Gillette, Senior Director of Digital at KoMarketing, to unpack an inspiring, hilarious, and unfiltered journey through SEO. 

Casie shares how handing out flyers for an online dating site led her to SEO, how she boomeranged back to KoMarketing after going in-house, and why building strong teams, processes, and relationships has been the key to everything.

You’ll hear: 

• How Casie got her first SEO job with zero experience (and why she never looked back)
• Agency vs. in-house—why some of us are just built for one side of the fence
• The art of client communication when traffic tanks and search results shift
• Why SEO implementation is still the biggest roadblock—and how she works around it
• Her love/hate relationship with public speaking, MozCon pressure, and building confidence
• How she trains new SEOs by focusing on user intent and real-world nuance
• Building a hiring process that prioritizes curiosity, self-motivation, and team fit
• Why SEO drama doesn’t interest her—but defending the craft still matters
• Advice for anyone breaking into SEO from scratch (spoiler: start building something today)

Whether you’re an SEO vet or just getting started, this episode is packed with truth bombs, tactical takeaways, and plenty of laughs from one of the most respected voices in the game.

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⚙️ Patrick Stox on Technical SEO Mastery, Speakable Markup, Ahrefs Product Insights, and Why the Basics Still Win - Episode #3316 Dec 201901:21:33

In Episode 33 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella talk shop with Patrick Stox—Product Advisor at Ahrefs, co-moderator of the TechSEO subreddit, and a foundational voice in the technical SEO world.

Patrick shares his journey from a self-taught developer to leading SEO voices at IBM and now Ahrefs, where he’s shaping tools used by thousands across the industry. You’ll get practical advice on scaling implementation, structured data, machine learning, Edge SEO, and why the best SEOs aren't chasing trends—but refining fundamentals.

🎯 In this episode: 

• Why Patrick believes great SEOs are just like mechanics—under the hood, ripping things apart
• How Ahrefs evolved into an all-in-one SEO powerhouse, and what’s coming next
• Speakable markup: is it the future of voice search, or just a toy without data?
• Why college degrees don’t matter if your practical SEO chops are legit
• Insights into Ahrefs’ internal culture, speed of product development, and roadmap
• Tools Patrick loves, myths he hates, and what most SEOs still get wrong about content
• The rising role of Edge SEO and how it helps overcome implementation bottlenecks
• Patrick’s take on performance, page speed, and how to make developers actually listen
• A hot take on AMP, crawl budgets, and how SEOs can work better with everyone—from design to dev

🔔 Subscribe for unfiltered tech SEO wisdom from the people building and fixing the modern web—one canonical tag at a time.

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🛠️ Ashley Berman Hale & Jamie Alberico on Tech SEO, Impostor Syndrome, Roller Derby, and Building a Kinder Industry - Episode #3211 Dec 201901:18:37

In Episode 32 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella are joined by not one but two legendary voices in technical SEO: Ashley Berman Hale, Director of Technical SEO Consulting at Deepcrawl, and Jamie Alberico, JavaScript SEO consultant and founder of Not a Robot.

This episode is less of an interview and more of a roundtable therapy session mixed with sharp SEO insights, hilarious origin stories, mental health advocacy, and a call to make the SEO industry more human—without losing its edge.

🎯 What’s inside: 

• Ashley and Jamie’s unique (and very relatable) paths into SEO—from XML sitemaps to sushi bars
• Why technical SEO is more art than science, and why curiosity is their secret sauce
• A raw discussion about impostor syndrome, burnout, OCD, and staying grounded in this fast-moving field
• Ashley’s rampage of kindness and how Jamie used JavaScript SEO to rebuild dying sites
• The Google IO story that ended in a bathroom stall and taught Jamie how to own the room
• Behind the scenes of the infamous Martin Splitt video—and why representation in tech matters
• Roller derby, lemoncello, and why having hobbies outside the algorithm makes you better at SEO
• How we can push conferences, communities, and hiring practices toward more inclusion and safety
• The power of peer support, honest feedback, and showing up authentically—even when it’s messy

This is the episode to share with anyone who thinks SEO is just about code and rankings. This one is for the people behind the pages.

🔔 Subscribe for bold, unfiltered interviews with the brilliant, kind, and occasionally feral humans driving the SEO industry forward.

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💡 Angela Bergmann on Building a Career from WordPress, Mastering Structured Data, and the Secret Sauce of Agency SEO - Episode #3125 Nov 201901:33:53

We chat with Angela Bergmann, Senior SEO Strategist at Advance Local and fellow Ohioan!

Angela shares what it’s like being one of the few SEOs who loves agency life, what she’s learned from speaking at WordCamps across the Midwest, and how structured data became her unexpected superpower.

🎯 In this episode: 

• Why Angela left WordPress development for SEO—and never looked back
• Advice for public speaking newbies and the power of breaking down basics
• Her approach to schema, when structured data actually works, and why reporting is still a pain
• The reality of agency chaos and why pressure breeds SEO creativity
• Getting SEO clients to trust your schema (even when they’re scared of price tags in SERPs)
• What it’s like optimizing for industries you know nothing about—like automotive, medical, or fashion
• Reflections on the infamous Wall Street Journal article and SEO media representation
• Midwest SEO pride, GoDaddy hacks, and Browns heartbreak (it’s very Cleveland)

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🔍 Alicia Anderson on Freelance Freedom, Page Speed Skepticism, Mythological SEO, and Why Teaching Is the Real Secret to Buy-In - Episode #3018 Nov 201901:30:43

In Episode 30 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella welcome Alicia Anderson, former SEO leader at WebMD and Hipcamp, now thriving as a freelance SEO and PhD candidate in Mythological Studies (yes, you read that right).

Alicia brings a refreshingly real look into the mental load of SEO careers, how burnout shaped her journey, and why education—not just execution—is what actually moves the needle in organizations.

You’ll hear: • Why Alicia left the corporate grind to freelance and pursue a PhD in myths
• Her full-circle SEO journey—from copywriting content mills to building international SEO at WebMD
• The hidden psychology of Google's algorithm and why UX ≠ SEO (not yet)
• How page speed became the hill she died on—and how she teaches clients to care
• Hilarious SEO metaphors that actually work: sibling rivalry, postal forms, and more
• Her playbook for building stakeholder trust through tailored SEO education
• The ethical debate around teaching, knowledge sharing, and the future of training junior SEOs
• Why the best SEOs aren't just strategists—they're translators, coaches, and culture shapers

🔔 Subscribe for more interviews with the voices who aren’t just doing SEO—but shaping how the industry learns, grows, and evolves.

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🎄 Kelly Stanze on Holiday SEO Chaos, Q4 Content Strategy, Getting Laid Off, and Building a Career at Hallmark - Episode #2911 Nov 201901:22:31

In Episode 29 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella sit down with Kelly Stanze, SEO Specialist at Hallmark, for a timely deep dive into seasonal SEO, career pivots, mental health, and what it’s really like optimizing for the holidays at a brand known for owning the season.

Kelly shares how she went from social media to SEO, rebounded from an early layoff, and found her stride working in-house at Hallmark—while juggling agency experience, freelance side gigs, and the joys of raising a toddler (with 26 pets!).

🎯 What you’ll hear: 

• How getting laid off led Kelly to discover SEO
• The difference between agency and in-house SEO culture
• Why building evergreen holiday content matters more than ever
• A full breakdown of SEO for Q4: planning, content timing, and code freeze prep
• What it’s like launching Christmas content in March
• The “poop” side of retail SEO and stocking stuffers gone wild
• SEO horror stories: disallowed robots.txt, site crashes, firewall fails
• A reality check on burnout, motherhood, boundaries, and real work-life integration
• The underrated power of empathy, collaboration, and building trust across teams

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🧠 Martin Splitt on Google’s Inner Workings, JavaScript SEO Myths, Search Console Rendering Errors, and Magic Tricks with the Web’s Favorite Developer Advocate - Episode #2804 Nov 201901:16:48

In Episode 28 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops, Jeff Louella, and guest co-host JR Oakes sit down with Martin Splitt, Developer Advocate at Google, for a wide-ranging and deeply transparent discussion on how search really works, the limits of Google’s communication, and the complexity behind “simple” answers in SEO.

This episode delivers: 

• Martin’s journey from developer burnout to Googler to public-facing web platform advocate
• The truth behind SEO errors in Search Console—especially “Other” and “Redirect” errors
• The myth of SEO autopilot, broken rendering, and JavaScript horror stories
• AMP: Google’s real position, personal vs official takes, and use cases in 2025
• Behind the curtain at Google: infrastructure, testing systems, indexing scale
• Martin’s framework-agnostic approach to building performance-minded websites
• How Search Console testing tools differ from live indexing behavior
• An honest look at criticism, burnout, heat from the SEO community, and how Martin handles it all
• The evolution of Googlebot and the problems with simplifying SEO answers
• Why developer experience matters—but user experience must win
• Oh—and the backstory behind Martin’s now-iconic hair

This episode doesn’t just teach SEO—it helps demystify the people behind the platforms we rely on daily. It’s technical, personal, hilarious, and packed with advice for SEOs, developers, and digital leaders.

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💻 Simon Cox on Legacy SEO, Replatforming Chaos, Building the HSBC SEO Team, and the Joy of Model Railways - Episode #2728 Oct 201901:10:15

In Episode 27 of The Page 2 Podcast, hosts Jacob Stoops and Jeff Louella welcome British technical SEO legend Simon Cox for a wide-ranging conversation that spans nearly three decades of SEO, web development, corporate bureaucracy, and personal reinvention.

Simon reflects on his journey from art school and graphic design to hand-coding HSBC’s first global site in Notepad—before “SEO” was even a term. He shares stories about building the bank’s first SEO team, fighting for implementation in a regulated industry, surviving a platform migration gone wrong, and eventually walking away to start a boutique freelance business with his wife.

🚂 In this episode: 

• What SEO looked like in the AltaVista days
• Running global enterprise SEO across 30+ countries and languages
• Why content migration—not just redirects—breaks sites
• What to do when dev teams say "no" for 12 straight months
• Building a world-class SEO team inside a global bank
• Screaming Frog, log files, site speed, and tool geekery
• The truth about replatforming: it’s never just a redesign
• Simon’s secret life as a narrow-gauge model railway builder
• How personal burnout led him to pursue autonomy and joy
• The myths of rankings, the need for better SEO dashboards, and why C-suite data must be curated

Simon also shares hard-earned advice on keeping SEO simple, staying technical, and prioritizing what actually moves the needle.

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🎉 Season 2 Premiere! Jacob Stoops and New Co-Host Jeff Louella Talk Podcasting Realities, BrightEdge “Autopilot” Claims, and Why SEO Still Needs Humans - Episode #2621 Oct 201901:06:18

Welcome back! The Page 2 Podcast returns for Season 2 with a fresh format, new voice, and a massive lineup of upcoming guests. In this launch episode, host Jacob Stoops is joined by Jeff Louella—longtime SEO technologist and platform engineer at Search Discovery—to preview what’s coming this season, reflect on what worked (and didn’t) in Season 1, and weigh in on the latest news shaking up the SEO world.

🔥 What you’ll hear: 
• Why Jacob added a co-host and how podcasting really works behind the scenes
• A look back at mistakes, growth, and gratitude from Season 1
• Jeff’s background in front-end development, accessibility, and DJing?!
• A skeptical SEO takedown of BrightEdge’s “Autopilot” marketing spin
• What tasks actually can be automated—and which ones still need human brains
• Google Search Console’s new speed and video reporting features
• Why H1 tags aren’t ranking signals—and why SEOs panicked anyway
• Rants on vendor hype, broken best practices, and enterprise tool bloat
• A preview of Season 2 guests, including Martin Splitt from Google, JR Oakes, and more
• And… an open admission about the dot-com domain that got away 🙃

It’s technical, tactical, and totally unfiltered. Season 2 is here—and it’s going to be good.

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SEO Podcasting Secrets, Career Insights & Digital Marketing Lessons with Hannah Bryce | Episode #7029 Mar 202101:22:47

In this week’s episode, we talk with Hannah Bryce, SEO Manager at Holland & Barrett and former co-host of the SEO SAS podcast.

We talk with Hannah about her beginnings in general digital marketing, and how that led her to SEO over a decade ago. She shares how she started at a software company and then moved into many different verticals including legal, education, agencies, bathroom supplies, fitness, and now nutrition. She discusses her best and worst experiences and so much more.

For our core topic, we discuss podcasting in SEO, what went into her decision to start the SEO SAS podcast with Sarah McDowell, her favorite experiences, biggest learnings, what it was like to make it to 100 episodes, her best podcasting advice, and why she ultimately decided to step away.

Finally, we answer more Twitter questions of the week and award some more Page 2 Podcast merchandise.

So get your popcorn ready as we tell Hannah’s SEO story and have another great roundtable discussion.

 

 

https://page2pod.com - In Episode 70 of the Page 2 Podcast, we talk with Hannah Bryce, SEO Manager at Holland & Barrett and former co-host of the SEO SAS podcast. Hannah shares her journey from general digital marketing to SEO leadership, her experiences across diverse industries including legal, education, fitness, and nutrition, and valuable insights on starting and sustaining a successful podcast. Hannah offers candid advice about podcasting, managing work-life balance, and handling imposter syndrome.

🎧 In this episode:
• Hannah’s path from digital marketing generalist to SEO specialist
• Behind the scenes of running the SEO SAS podcast
• Why collaboration is the essential skill for successful SEO
• Practical insights into managing international SEO (hreflang and beyond)
• Personal growth and lessons learned from working across multiple industries
• Best practices for podcast planning and execution
• Navigating imposter syndrome as an SEO professional
• Memorable SEO wins and tough learning experiences
• Unique perspectives on podcasting challenges and stepping away after 100 episodes
• Why trying all areas of SEO is crucial for career growth

Hannah’s genuine approach and actionable tips make this episode invaluable for aspiring SEOs, digital marketers, and podcast creators.

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🎙️ Ross Hudgens on Scaling Siege Media, Building a Video Strategy & Surviving the SEO Rollercoaster - Episode #2509 Sep 201900:54:31

In this episode, the final episode of Season #1 of The Page 2 Podcast, we talk with Ross Hudgens, Founder and CEO of Siege Media. We cover his beginnings in the SEO world centering around link building around the time of the Penguin update, how he went from beginning his career on the corporate side to founding his own company, the challenges of being a business owner and entrepreneur. We also discuss the Siege Media video content strategy, how their amazing studio and video production quality comes together, if he ever feels any pressure being the face of most of the videos, and much more.

🎯 What you’ll learn:

  • How Ross transitioned from corporate SEO to launching Siege Media
  • Early lessons from the Penguin update and the link building pivot
  • The risks, rewards, and mindset needed to build an agency from scratch
  • What it’s really like being “the boss” (hint: not always glamorous)
  • How Siege built a full-service, in-house video content studio
  • The strategy behind their high-performing YouTube channel
  • SEO content that actually drives ROI—without chasing vanity metrics
  • Career lessons, mentorship, and agency hiring mistakes

If you’re running an agency, building your SEO career, or thinking about launching a video strategy—this episode is packed with real talk, tested strategies, and a ton of heart.

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🔍 From Army PsyOps to Enterprise SEO: JP Sherman on Search Experience, Site Search & Surviving the Brain Ghosts - Episode #2421 Aug 201901:21:22

In this episode, we talk with JP Sherman, Enterprise Search & Findability Manager at Red Hat – the world’s open source leader. I’ve always said that this podcast is primarily about telling the winding stories of where SEO’s come from and this episode may be the greatest example of that yet.

🎙️ In this episode:

  • How JP transitioned from Army PsyOps to building enterprise search strategies
  • The power of internal site search—and why most SEOs ignore it
  • Measuring search quality with metrics like CTR, time-to-task, and result relevance
  • Using site search to surface content gaps and refine UX
  • Evangelizing SEO internally to tech writers, product teams, and execs
  • What makes Red Hat’s open source culture a dream SEO environment
  • Vulnerability, trauma, and the reality of mental health in the SEO industry
  • Why “brain ghosts” and empathy matter more than title tags

🔥 Whether you're an enterprise SEO, a content strategist, or navigating your own career transformation, this conversation delivers insight, honesty, and a healthy reminder to optimize for humans—not just engines.

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🔥 Jenny Halasz on Mental Health, SEO Leadership, and Building an Ethical Career in Digital Marketing - Episode #2331 Jul 201901:19:18

In this episode, we talk with Jenny Halasz, Founder and President of JLH Marketing about her powerful and deeply personal journey through the SEO world—covering everything from affiliate marketing in the early 2000s to leading enterprise-level SEO teams, overcoming toxic work environments, and becoming a solo consultant and mentor.

🎙️ In this episode:

  • How Jenny accidentally got into SEO and rose to VP of Search Strategy
  • What really happened during her time at WebSourced and Acronym
  • Balancing career ambition with mental health and motherhood
  • Her take on being a woman in SEO—and why she speaks up for others
  • Why implementation is the biggest SEO challenge no one talks about
  • Working with developers, handling backlink audits, and avoiding vanity metrics
  • The challenges of solo consulting—and how to avoid getting burned by clients
  • Advice for new SEOs: Learn, respect, share, and cut the BS

💬 Whether you’re building your SEO skills, managing a team, or trying to balance it all—this is an honest, real-world look into the emotional and strategic side of digital marketing.

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🌱 From WordPress to Whiteboard: Niki Mosier on Technical SEO, Local Wins, and Building a Better Industry - Episode #2209 Jul 201900:58:45

In this episode, I talk with Niki Mosier, Technical SEO Manager at Seer Interactive. Niki dives into the human side of SEO—empathy, collaboration, and community—and what it really means to navigate the industry with integrity and curiosity.

We discuss:

  • Her shift from content and social to technical and local SEO
  • The Google My Business nightmare that suspended 800 listings
  • Strategies for working with developers instead of against them
  • How being vulnerable builds better client and team relationships
  • Speaking at Shine Bootcamp and empowering women in SEO
  • Why SEO Twitter is both amazing and toxic
  • The Denver SEO gardening club 🌿
  • And yes… how Super Mario still rules

Whether you're new to SEO, building your technical chops, or trying to avoid burnout, this episode delivers clarity, humor, and real-world perspective.

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