Summary

In this episode of the Phillip Wylie Show, host Phillip Wylie welcomes Lauren Andrus, a marketing professional and podcast producer, to discuss her journey into the world of marketing and podcasting. They explore the evolution of podcasting, the importance of video content, and the growth of HOU.SEC.CON, a cybersecurity conference that emphasizes community engagement and accessibility. Lauren shares insights on how to get started in podcasting and content creation, highlighting the low-cost opportunities available for aspiring creators. The conversation also touches on the significance of quality content in conferences and the collaborative efforts behind HOU.SEC.CON's success.

Takeaways

1. Lauren Andrus shares her unexpected journey into marketing.
2. Podcasting is a low-cost way to disseminate information.
3. The importance of video content in modern podcasting.
4. Community engagement is key to successful conferences.
5. Quality content is essential for attracting attendees.
6. HOU.SEC.CON has seen significant growth in attendance.
7. Accessibility in conferences helps include more participants.
8. Aspiring podcasters should leverage free resources to learn.
9. Networking and community involvement can lead to job opportunities.
10. The balance between vendor sponsorship and quality content is crucial.

Sound Bites

1. "I think we've seen that over and over again."
2. "We grew our audience by 46% in that first year."
3. "We blew past that really quick."

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Guest

06:32 The Evolution of Podcasting and Content Creation

14:32 Getting Started in Content Creation and Marketing

25:03 Accessibility and Community Engagement in Conferences

Resources

https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenmandrus/

https://www.linkedin.com/company/houseccon/

http://houstonseccon.org/