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As someone who worked behind-the-scenes her whole career, Jackie Ferguson was beyond nervous to host a podcast. But she was in a season of "yes" in her life, and she wouldn't let being afraid get in the way of her growth.

"People don't take those steps toward what their purpose could be because they're afraid. And it's hard when you're afraid. But in doing that and continuing to say yes, I've been able to really reach a lot of people. And that's been an amazing journey."

When you hear the word innovation, what do you feel? Do you still get that jolting, first-time feeling of excitement you used to? Sarah Glova isn't upset with you if you don't, since we talk about it so often in the business world these days. In this episode, Jason and Sarah talk about how you can get some of that excitement back.

Whether we like it or not, we all spend a lot of time on camera nowadays. And, if you find yourself not liking it, that's where today's guest can help! Ryan Carey is the founder of BetterOn, which provides coaching for individuals to help them become more comfortable on screen. In this episode, Jason and Ryan talk about some of those tips that can help create a comfortable video podcast.

Justin Laidlaw's podcast journey started in 2014, with a podcast that discussed the Durham community. In this episode, Jason and Justin talk about how those 15 episodes led him to create the Buddy Ruski Show, where he talks with interesting people in the Bull City.

The Bull City Summit will combine music, art, science and technology in Durham, N.C. this March 23 through 26. So, obviously, there's a lot to talk about. In this episode, Cee Cee talks with BCS co-founder and executive producer Parag Bhandari about the event and it's new podcast, produced by Earfluence.

Simply put, Mike Manganillo was afraid. The anxiety of an upcoming presentation would raise his heart rate weeks before it even took place. He wondered if he should continue in his advertising role or give up ... until he started a podcast.