In this episode of Between Two Coaches, Norbert Orlewicz sits down with Alex Sanfilippo - founder of PodMatch and host of Podcasting Made Simple - to break down why podcasting is more relevant in 2026 than ever… and why most coaches still misunderstand the real ROI.

If your content isn’t converting like it used to, if social platforms feel noisy, and if AI has flooded the internet with “same-same” marketing - this conversation is your reminder that human connection still wins.

Alex shares the truth about podcasting “saturation” (it’s not what you think), the hidden benefits of podcast guesting most people ignore, and why the best strategy isn’t chasing big audiences - it’s building aligned audiences.

🚀 In this episode, you’ll learn:

● Why podcasting has become mainstream media - and why it’s still growing fast

● The real data behind “how many podcasts exist” vs. how many are actually active

● The hidden wins of guesting: confidence, clarity, relationships, and SEO backlinks

● The biggest mistakes guests make (and why hosts can feel it instantly)

● Why smaller shows can be more profitable than big ones when alignment is right

● How to stand out in the AI era by leading with human-first connection

● What collaboration really means—and why it’s a growth multiplier in 2026

If you’re a coach or consultant who wants a long-term, authority-building strategy that compounds over time, this episode is your playbook.

In this powerful episode of Between Two Coaches, Norbert Orlewicz sits down with Michael Seiler—performance coach, endurance athlete, and co-founder of Metta Performance—to explore what it really takes to thrive in work, sport, and life.

Michael brings over 30 years of corporate leadership and coaching experience to the conversation and makes a bold case against hustle culture. His take? Sustainable high performance isn't about doing more—it’s about aligning with what matters most. Whether he’s guiding CEOs or national-level athletes, Michael’s philosophy centers on recovery, mindset, and the stories we tell ourselves.

🔥 In this episode, you'll discover:

• Why “grind mode” is killing your long-term performance ● How periodization and athletic principles can transform the way you work ● What it means to coach the whole person—and why most coaches don’t ● How to manage imposter syndrome by tracking your real wins ● The truth about mindset: it’s not motivation—it’s identity ● The power of coaching partnerships (and why most solopreneurs need a sounding board)

If you're in the messy middle—trying to grow your coaching business without burning out—this conversation is packed with real talk, practical insights, and a ton of encouragement from a coach who's walked the path himself.

🔑 Listen now and learn how to lead, coach, and live with more clarity, consistency, and capacity.

In this episode of Between Two Coaches, I sit down with Eugene Berezin — business strategist, mentor, former clinical psychologist, and software engineer — for a grounded, honest conversation about what it really takes to build a coaching business that lasts in today’s trust-challenged market.

Eugene brings a rare blend of psychology, neuroscience, spirituality, and practical business strategy to the table. We explore why so many coaches feel overwhelmed, burnt out, or stuck right now — and how nervous system regulation, ethical marketing, and clear messaging are becoming non-negotiables for sustainable growth.

This conversation goes beyond tactics. It’s about staying sane while building something meaningful, navigating a “trust recession” without compromising your values, and creating a business that supports your life — not drains it.

If you are a coach, consultant, or expert trying to grow with integrity in an increasingly noisy online space, this episode will shift the way you think about success.

In this episode, we cover:

• What a “trust recession” means for coaches and consultants
• Why nervous system regulation impacts business growth
• The intersection of psychology, spirituality, and profit
• How to build trust without manipulation or hype
• Messaging that resonates in uncertain times
• Creating sustainable success without burning out

🎧 Tune in to hear how heart-led strategy and evidence-based psychology can coexist — and why that combination may be the future of coaching.