The Good Press Pod

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The Good Press Pod is your go-to spot for conversations that spark ideas and shape strategy. Hosted by Lindsey Habenicht, publicist and founder of Good Press, each episode feels like sharing coffee with your favorite colleague. Tune in weekly as Lindsey dives into the worlds of marketing, PR, entrepreneurship, and the cultural trends — from pop culture to politics — shaping how brands break through. Whether you're here to level up your strategy or gain a new perspective, The Good Press Pod delivers insight, context, and conversation that moves you forward. Grab your coffee and tune in!

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April 21, 202647 min

An Interview with the Founders of Twiddy & Strand Construction

Welcome back to the podcast! This week, Lindsey sits down with Colton Twiddy and Joe Strand, founders and operators of Twiddy & Strand Construction, a general contracting company based in Washington state.Colton and Joe lead residential, commercial, and modular projects across the country, bringing a steady, hands-on approach to every build. But long before the business, their story started in high school: on baseball fields, in shop class, and on early job sites that shaped the standards they still carry today.In this episode, they discuss how it all began, the mentorship and moments that shaped their work ethic, and what it actually looks like to lead with integrity in every element of business.We talk through:How their partnership started and evolved from high school to business ownershipThe mentors who helped shape their standards and approach to the workWhat sets Twiddy & Strand apart in a saturated construction industryWhat it means to build something that lasts Learn more at: https://www.twiddyandstrand.com/ , or follow along on Instagram.

July 7, 202526 min

Ep. 036: Authority > Ads | How to Win in AI-Driven Search

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize.This week, Lindsey breaks down one of the biggest shifts happening in real time: how AI is changing the way people search—and what that means for your brand’s visibility.If you’ve been pouring money into Google Ads without building true authority, this one’s for you.In this episode, Lindsey unpacks how tools like ChatGPT are reshaping discovery. You’ll learn why quotes matter more than clicks, how earned media feeds AI models, and why your leadership voice needs to be part of the public record now.We walk through:Why chatbot traffic is exploding (up 80% YoY!)How AI chooses what sources to recommendWhat gets scraped, cited, and remembered—and what doesn’tThe 6-part PR strategy to future-proof your visibility______________Like what you hear?☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!

June 2, 202555 min

Ep. 035: More Than Coffee | Brett Habenicht of Kerriston Coffee Roasters on Building a Brand that Sticks

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize.This week on Le Café, Lindsey is joined by Brett Habenicht—co-founder of Kerriston Coffee Roasters and her dad! With over 30 years in the coffee business, Brett has shaped not only the local coffee scene but also Lindsey’s lifelong love of coffee shops and community spaces.In this episode, Brett shares stories from his early days in the coffee industry and the lessons he’s learned about service, perseverance, and building influence. You’ll hear about his philosophy on creating exceptional customer experiences, the evolution of Kerriston Coffee Roasters, and his unwavering belief that great service is the secret ingredient that elevates any product.We talk about everything from balancing business with family, to embracing change in a constantly shifting industry. Brett opens up about what it means to lead with heart, stay connected to your roots, and create spaces that invite connection and care. Plus, he offers timeless advice for entrepreneurs navigating their own journeys!Want to connect with Brett and stay in the know about all things Kerriston? Head to kerristoncoffee.com or follow along on Instagram @kerristoncoffee.______________Like what you hear?☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!

May 5, 202543 min

Ep. 034: Burnout to Breakthrough | Toria Bonanni on ADHD, Ambition, and Building a Life That Works

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize.This week on Le Café, Lindsey is joined by Toria Bonanni, a serial entrepreneur, real estate investor, ADHD coach, and community builder based in Austin, Texas. She’s the founder of Toria Marie Coaching, where she helps multi-passionate women embrace their ADHD as a strength—not a setback—and build lives that actually work for them.In this episode, Toria shares how she transformed her own challenges with ADHD into a superpower—and how you can do the same. You’ll hear how she moved from burnout and overwhelm to building a thriving coaching business and community that supports ambitious women with bold dreams and busy brains. From redefining productivity to building structure that actually sticks, this conversation is a must-listen for anyone who’s ever felt too scattered, too sensitive, or too multi-passionate to succeed.We talk about everything from hitting rock bottom to navigating entrepreneurship with ADHD, the pressure to “pick a lane,” and the healing power of community. Plus, Toria offers up practical tips for building a life with more freedom, connection, and clarity—on your own terms.Want to connect with Toria and learn more about her upcoming events, coaching offers, or community experiences?Head to ⁠toriamariecoaching.com⁠ or follow her on Instagram @toriabonanni______________Like what you hear?☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!

April 7, 202542 min

Ep. 033: Rich Relationships | Selena Soo on Why Connection Is Still the Most Powerful Currency

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize. Join your host, Lindsey Habenicht, for a standing coffee date to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, wellness, and relationships as we navigate the twists and turns of life and business. We’re glad you’re here!This week on Le Café, Lindsey is joined by Selena Soo, an award-winning business and relationship strategist, and the author of Rich Relationships: Create a Million-Dollar Network for Your Business. Known for helping experts and entrepreneurs get seen, heard, and deeply connected, Selena has built a 7-figure business by mastering one thing: relationships.In this conversation, Selena shares what it really takes to build a million-dollar network—from defining the five types of Rich Relationships every entrepreneur needs to rethinking how we ask for help, give generously, and protect our energy. You’ll learn about the 6 Circles of Connection, the power of her Generosity Fund, and why relationships—not algorithms—are still the most valuable currency in today’s world.Whether you're building a business from scratch or looking to deepen your network with more meaning and momentum, this episode is your permission slip to connect with more clarity and confidence.🎁 Want a free sneak peek of her new book? Grab the first 4 chapters at RichRelationshipsBook.com/lecafeConnect with Selena:Follow Selena on Instagram.Learn more at selenasoo.comOr, follow along on Facebook and LinkedIn______________Like what you hear?☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!

March 3, 202532 min

Ep. 032: Poppi Drama, Influencer Marketing, and Why Impact Matters

February 24, 202541 min

Ep. 031: From Hospitality to High-Performing Websites | Josh Hampson on Redefining the Client Experience

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize. Join your host, Lindsey Habenicht, every Monday for a standing coffee date to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, wellness, and relationships as we navigate the twists and turns of life and business. We’re glad you’re here!This week on Le Café, Lindsey sits down with Josh Hampson, the founder of hmpsn studio, a boutique design and development studio based in Austin, Texas. Guided by the tagline “We build brands differently,” Josh and his team specialize in helping businesses uncover their unique edge and transform it into stunning, high-performing websites that fuel growth.In this episode, Josh dives into his entrepreneurial journey—from his background in events, marketing, and hospitality to launching hmpsn studio and collaborating with notable clients like Swish Dental, Thumbtack, and Tinder. He also opens up about how community, mindset, and an unwavering commitment to client experience have shaped his approach to building a thriving business.Want to connect with Josh? Follow along on LinkedIn or visit www.hmpsn.studio.Like what you hear?☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!

February 17, 202523 min

Ep. 030: Baldoni v. Lively | Behind the Headlines of the Hollywood Spin Machine

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize. Join your host, Lindsey Habenicht, every Monday for a standing coffee date to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, wellness, and relationships, as we navigate the twists and turns of life and business. We’re glad you’re here!In this episode of Le Café, Lindsey unpacks the high-stakes PR battle unfolding between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni—a scandal that’s dominating entertainment headlines. What started as a behind-the-scenes dispute on the set of It Ends With Us has exploded into lawsuits, public statements, and a media war that’s redefining crisis PR in Hollywood.Lindsey breaks down the key PR strategies at play, the power moves each side is making, and the bigger lessons we can all learn about reputation, media influence, and damage control. Whether you're a business owner, publicist, or just fascinated by how press strategy shapes public perception, this episode is packed with insightful takeaways you won’t want to miss.Like what you hear?☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!This podcast is an MHH Media production. Want more marketing inspiration? Listen to Marketing Happy Hour.

February 10, 202549 min

Ep. 029: The Power of the Pivot | Lindsay Greening on Adaptability in Business

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize. Join your host, Lindsey Habenicht, every Monday for a standing coffee date to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, wellness, and relationships as we navigate the twists and turns of life and business. We’re glad you’re here!This week on Le Café, Lindsey sits down with Lindsay Greening, the founder and owner of Piranha Cycle + Pilates, a premier fitness studio in Bryan, Texas, established in 2011. With over a decade of experience in the fitness industry, Lindsay has built an exceptional team dedicated to providing elite cycle and Pilates classes.In this episode, Lindsay shares her journey from starting Piranha Cycle + Pilates to recently relocating the studio to a new wellness hub in Bryan. She talks about the challenges she’s faced, how she turned potential setbacks into opportunities, and the role community has played in her success.Want to connect with Lindsay? FollowPiranha Cycle + Pilates on Instagram and learn more about their classes and community.Like what you hear?☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review!

February 3, 202522 min

Ep. 028: Building Buzz in Business | How to Use PR to Grow Your Brand This Year

Welcome to Le Café, your go-to spot for conversations that energize. Join your host, Lindsey Habenicht, every Monday for a standing coffee date to explore entrepreneurship, marketing, wellness, and relationships, as we navigate the twists and turns of life and business. We’re glad you’re here! In this solo episode of Le Café, Lindsey breaks down the Buzz Builder Toolkit—a powerful resource to help you get noticed and amplify your brand’s visibility in 2025. She shares why PR and storytelling are game-changers, what’s inside the toolkit, and how you can take action today to position yourself as the go-to expert in your industry. If you’re ready to stop being the best-kept secret in your field and start getting media attention, this episode is for you! Key Takeaways: Why ads alone aren’t enough—PR builds long-term credibility The stats that prove press coverage is more powerful than paid media A deep dive into the Buzz Builder Toolkit and how it helps you get noticed How to craft your brand story and land press features Actionable steps to start your PR journey today Like what you hear? ☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow Le Café on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ☕️ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More About Good Press⁠⁠⁠⁠ ☕️ Don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review! This podcast is an MHH Media production. Want more marketing inspiration? Listen to Marketing Happy Hour.