Rise & Rank with RankPast Podcast
The local SEO marketing podcast for local business owners who want to show up, stand out, and scale—without the stress.
SEO. Local Marketing. AI. Automation.
We break it down, build it back up, and make it make sense (and fun).
Why Listen? Because running a local business is hard enough.
What Is the Rise & Rank w/ RankPast Podcast?
No dry lectures. No fluff. Just high-energy, high-impact tips and ideas you can use right away.
Real-world local SEO strategies
Marketing tools that save you time and money
AI & automation hacks to make your life easier
Laughs, analogies, and stories you'll actually remembe
What We Cover
Here's what you can expect from our rotating editions and episodes:
Topics
- How to rank in the map pack
- Reviews, citations, and listings
- Google Business Profile strategies that drive leads
- Tools to speed up your marketing without losing the personal touch
- GPT prompts, chatbots, automations, and workflows made simple
- Real examples from businesses like yours
- Website tips that convert
- How to use email and social media to actually get customers
- What’s working right now in local advertising
Local SEO
AI & Automation
Small Business Marketing
Got questions?
Episode 1: "Intro to GBP: Google Me, Maybe?"
The ultimate intro to Google Business Profile and why it's the secret weapon your local business needs right now.Episode 2: "Business Info: Business Info or Business Uh-Oh?"
Why getting your basic business information right can make or break your local rankings (and what most businesses get wrong).Episode 3: "Photos: Pics or It Didn't Rank"
How to use photos that impress both Google's algorithm AND potential customers—without hiring a professional photographer.Episode 4: "Categories: Category is: Winning Local SEO"
The step-by-step guide to choosing primary and secondary categories that boost your visibility for the right searches.
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Listen to Our Editions
We go deep when it counts—through themed podcast editions focused on one topic at a time.
Editions
Google Business Profile Edition
Social Media Marketing Edition
Who's Behind the Mic?
The Rise & Rank podcast is brought to you by the crew at RankPast Digital—a no-nonsense digital marketing agency helping local businesses rank higher, get more leads, and grow with confidence.
With nearly 20 years of hands-on SEO, content, and automation experience, we’ve worked with businesses across Canada and the U.S.—from physiotherapy clinics and construction companies to coffee shops and service pros.
We don’t just teach SEO…
We do it—every day, for real clients, with real results.
And now? We’re bringing that expertise straight to your earbuds—no gatekeeping, no guru talk, just actionable advice that gets results and makes you say, “Wait… why wasn’t I doing this already?”
Meet Your Hosts
Together they've helped hundreds of local businesses rank higher, work smarter, and laugh louder.
Kai
SEO nerd, automation junkie, and the guy who turns data into dad jokes.
Aileen
Content strategist, digital optimist, and your new favorite co-host.
What Our Listeners Say
“Finally, someone explaining SEO without making me feel stupid or selling me snake oil. Rise & Rank is my Tuesday morning ritual now.”
Mike L.
Plumber
“I implemented just ONE tip from the GBP episode and my phone calls increased by 27% the next month. This podcast is gold for local businesses.”
Sarah T.
Florist
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Want Us to Do This For You?
Rise. Rank. Repeat.
Ready to get found, get clicks, and grow without losing your mind?
Then plug in, press play, and let’s make your business the one everyone finds first.