Local Marketing Institute Podcast
Equip yourself with practical, trustworthy digital marketing tactics for local business. Learn from the best local marketers in the world how to get more customers using Google My Business, Facebook, email marketing, social media, local search, digital advertising and more. Whether you run a small business, nationwide chain / franchise, or are a marketing agency, each episode will help you grow your business. No shiny objects, minutia, or questionable tactics that can damage your business. Just practical, effective, and proven digital marketing strategies that will really move the needle on your business.
Local Marketing Institute Podcast
Local SEO and Marketing Q&A Session November 21, 2025
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Local Marketing Institute
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Season 6
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Episode 11
Each week, Greg and Ben answer your questions on digital marketing for local businesses … local search engine optimization (SEO), Google Business Profile, social media, email marketing, websites, online advertising and more.
Updates and Questions
- Google Maps rolls out reviewer nicknames.
- Google LSA adds “get competitive quotes” and “request multiple opinions” buttons.
- Gemini 3 AI mode rolled out.
- GhatGPT uses Google for Atlas browser.
- Semrush acquired by Adobe for 1.9 billion.
- Extortion attempts for GBPs on the rise.
- How do I resolve my “pending edits” faster?
- What causes a website’s url to change to an OEM url?
- Are there any new developments in AI in Local Search?
- Should I turn on messaging for WhatsApp in my GBP?
- Why does changing my address for an SAB not trigger reverification after moving to a different state?
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