{"podcast":{"title":"The Hidden Entrepreneur Show with Josh Cary","slug":"the-hidden-entrepreneur-show-with-josh-cary-1144582","podcast_index_feed_id":1144582,"rss_url":"https://feeds.captivate.fm/josh-cary/","website_url":"https://joshcary.com","image_url":"https://artwork.captivate.fm/f0e79b0f-d231-460c-a37c-32b5db3e9036/hQFniGrvjoz3bsva-ftTSrXD.jpg","author":"Josh Cary","episode_count":300,"summary":"Josh Cary spent 40 years in hiding. That's right! He was hiding every part of himself in every situation, showing up in personal, social, and business trying to be the person he believed others expected of him. After feeling utterly exhausted from wearing that mask, and knowing deep down he is cut out for much more in this life, Josh ripped off the mask and is now on a mission to help other business-savvy professionals 'unmask' themselves too. Hear honest stories from successful entrepreneurs, creatives, and small business owners who were also once in the darkest of hiding places so you may rediscover your world, connect beautifully with others, and excel in all you set out to do. Hiding Sucks. Are you ready for the new score? Fear: Zero. You: Won.","last_synced_at":"2026-07-29T02:19:02.353361+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-entrepreneur-show-with-josh-cary-1144582"},"episode":{"title":"Why Big Media Can Hurt Your Business If You’re Not Ready with Kristan Vermeulen","slug":"why-big-media-can-hurt-your-business-if-you-re-not-ready-with-kristan-vermeulen","published_at":"2026-02-03T10:45:00+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-entrepreneur-show-with-josh-cary-1144582/why-big-media-can-hurt-your-business-if-you-re-not-ready-with-kristan-vermeulen","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-entrepreneur-show-with-josh-cary-1144582","url":"https://joshcary.com","audio_url":"https://episodes.captivate.fm/episode/e0f7577e-e90c-487f-8a90-6f6f5c692fdb.mp3","summary":"What happens when a publicist loses her entire business overnight and decides to build something bigger instead? In this episode, Josh sits down with Kristan Vermeulen, creator of Makers of the USA , a show and media platform that highlights entrepreneurs and creatives who build with their hands and lead with heart. What started as a simple podcast during COVID quickly evolved into a visually rich, travel-style show that has caught the attention of major media outlets and streaming platforms. This conversation goes far beyond podcasting. It is about reinvention, vulnerability, storytelling, and what it really takes to be ready for visibility. Whether you are an entrepreneur, executive, creative, or leader trying to tell your story in a crowded world, this episode will challenge how you think about personal brand, PR, and being seen. What You’ll Learn in This Episode Why Makers of the USA Is Not Just a Podcast Kristan explains how the show became a full storytelling platform designed for television, streaming, and long-form visual media, and why that distinction matters if you want real reach and longevity. How Losing Everything Can Spark the Right Idea After COVID shut down her PR business, Kristan used the moment to create something aligned with her values. This episode shows how disruption can become direction if you listen closely. The Power of Long Form Storytelling Why podcasts and unscripted conversations reveal what short articles and headlines never can and how depth builds trust with an audience. What Most Entrepreneurs Get Wrong About PR and Media Getting featured is not enough. Kristan breaks down why being visible without being prepared can actually hurt your business and what must be in place before big opportunities arrive. How to Find the Story People Ac…","meta_description":"What happens when a publicist loses her entire business overnight and decides to build something bigger instead? In this episode, Josh sits down with Kris…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":1610,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/the-hidden-entrepreneur-show-with-josh-cary-1144582/episodes/why-big-media-can-hurt-your-business-if-you-re-not-ready-with-kristan-vermeulen/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-hidden-entrepreneur-show-with-josh-cary-1144582/why-big-media-can-hurt-your-business-if-you-re-not-ready-with-kristan-vermeulen.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}