Keep Connected with Meetup CEO David Siegel

From a young age, Carrie Melissa Jones has benefitted from the support of a strong community. By joining online music forums and chat rooms as a teen, Carrie was able to spark connections with new people, find her voice, and flourish into a leader. Today, Carrie is an author and the leader of a community for other community leaders. Hear her advice on hosting meaningful events and finding the people who will help you thrive.

Ranked as one of the top 25 CEO podcasts on Feedspot, Keep Connected with Meetup CEO David Siegel is a podcast about the power of community. For more details on other episodes, visit Keep Connected on the Meetup Community Matters blog.

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 Learn more about Keep Connected host David Siegel’s experience as a leader and decision maker in his book, Decide & Conquer. Pre-order your copy today!

Cherie Werner is a people connector. Her monthly events draw students, entrepreneurs, investors, and networkers to her Austin-based Meetup group, which now has more than 1500 members. Learn how Cherie practices deep listening skills to match members with like-minded people. Discover what listening to others can teach you about yourself.

Ranked as one of the top 25 CEO podcasts on Feedspot, Keep Connected with Meetup CEO David Siegel is a podcast about the power of community. For more details on other episodes, visit Keep Connected on the Meetup Community Matters blog.

We hope you’ll keep connected with us. Drop us a line at [email protected]. If you like the podcast, be sure to subscribe and leave us a rating on Apple Podcasts!

Learn more about Keep Connected host David Siegel’s experience as a leader and decision maker in his book, Decide & Conquer. Pre-order your copy today!

Matt Schneider is changing parenting norms in a big way. His Meetup group, NYC Dads, was originally designed to help stay-at-home dads like him share advice. Now, the group helps dads from all walks of life navigate parenthood. Now in 40+ cities, Matt’s group helps fathers, parents, and guardians find a childcare arrangement that works for their families—regardless of society’s expectations. Learn how to make parenting an equitable partnership in this episode of Meetup’s Keep Connected podcast.

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What can you do when your friend group becomes toxic? If you’re Marissa Meizz, it’s simple: launch a massive friendship movement. When a video about her friends’ plot to exclude her from their plans went viral on TikTok, Marissa Meizz used an unpleasant experience to find healthier friendships and help others do the same. She created No More Lonely Friends and hosted socializing pop-ups around the country to bring people together. Hear Marissa’s advice for meeting new friends and ending unhealthy relationships before they do permanent damage.

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For Tal Ben-Shahar, happiness is a study and a practice. In this episode of Keep Connected, Tal breaks down steps that anyone can take to lead a happier life, from developing meaningful relationships to keeping a gratitude journal. Learn from the bestselling author and instructor of one of Harvard University’s most popular courses on how to live a happier, healthier life today!

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Christina Howell knows the power of the written word. Her writing Meetup groups, Happy Writing: Munich and Shut up & Write!, have helped thousands of writers make time to put pen to paper. In this episode, you’ll hear how Christina quit her job as a project manager to become a memoirist living in her dream city, all while running a thriving global writing community. Tune in for practical advice on overcoming imposter syndrome, checking items off your bucket list, and making time for creative passion projects.

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We could all stand to add a dash of charisma to our social encounters. Hosts of the hit podcast The Art of Charm join Keep Connected to discuss one of the most elusive aspects of socializing: how to charm others. Learn why AJ Harbinger and Johnny Dzubak  think charm is a skill rather than a personality trait and how friendships mark the difference between existing and thriving.

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Entrepreneur and computer scientist Shelly Bell is on a mission to change the landscape of venture capital—and she’s using community to do it. To date, her organization Black Girl Ventures has helped more than 250 women of color get the capital they need to launch businesses. Hear Shelly’s advice for finding your dream career, staying motivated in tough times, and solving problems creatively in this episode of Keep Connected.

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Thomas C. Knox’s pop-up, Date While You Wait, started by bringing New Yorkers together for meaningful conversations in the Union Square subway station. After going viral, Date While You Wait has been replicated in cities around the world and even became an Emmy-nominated TV show! In this episode of Keep Connected, you’ll hear about the keys to Thomas’s success, from cultivating a positive mindset to finding common ground with strangers. Learn how to make the most out of life by connecting with others.

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Omar Acosta is a natural when it comes to connecting people. His Dallas-based group, DFW Adventurers, has attracted 6,000 members, hosted 900+ events, and led to five marriages (at least!). Over the years, Omar has brought people out of their comfort zones to embrace local adventures like rock climbing, kayaking, hiking, and—scariest of all—finding new friends. Learn how to take the leap and experience what your city has to offer in this episode of Keep Connected.

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