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Just What I Needed

Esther Zeledon, Paul Rivera

Booking Overview

An interview-led personal development and leadership show that combines expert guest conversations with host-led coaching and reflection on ambition, purpose, relationships, and wellbeing. PR agencies could pitch experienced coaches, authors, communication and leadership specialists, and entrepreneurs with practical expertise or a distinctive framework; booking difficulty is medium, with guests typically bringing established professional credibility rather than celebrity-level recognition.

Metrics

Episodes: 15

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 83 subscribers

Instagram: 9.5k followers

Page updated: Nov 4, 2026 · How we check this data

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

riveraecon@gmail.com

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Host

Esther Zeledon - Dr. Esther Zeledon co-hosts the show, exploring how high achievers can pursue meaningful impact while staying connected to their relationships, wellbeing, and personal sense of purpose.

Paul Rivera - Dr. Paul Rivera co-hosts the show and brings an economist's perspective to subjects including leadership, resilience, opportunity, and meaningful impact.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

medium
Typical Credentials:  
Established expertise in a relevant field, supported by practical professional experience and, often, authorship, speaking, coaching, strategic work, or notable career accomplishments.
Required Achievements:  
Published books, TEDx speaking experience, Recognized professional or media accomplishments, Established coaching, consulting, or leadership practice

Recent Guest Discussions

Joe Vazquez - Public Speaking, Communication, Authentic Voice, Storytelling, And Presentation Skills.

Ilona Pamplona - Human Design, Self-awareness, Leadership, Work Styles, Self-worth, And Decision-making.

Tyler Dickerhoof - Ambition, Work-life Balance, Authentic Leadership, Empathy, Delegation, And Burnout.

Victoria Carrington Chavez - Narrative Psychology, Archetypes, Personal Branding, Identity, And Communicating Personal Value.

Recent Topics

Business, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Personal Development, Wellness

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
Just What I Needed
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EP015 Just What I Needed: Find Your Voice (ft. Joe Vazquez)

October 22, 2026

What makes someone impossible to stop listening to?For four-time Emmy-winning journalist and communication strategist Joe Vazquez, it starts with something simple:Every story is about people.After 35 years in television news covering fires, riots, politics, disasters, and extraordinary people, Joe learned how to find the human story inside the noise. Now he helps others do the same with their own ideas, experiences, and voices.In this conversation, Esther and Joe get into what actually makes ...

EP014 Just What I Needed: Human Design - Who are you REALLY? (ft. Ilona Pamplona)

October 05, 2026

What if knowing how you’re wired could help you change more intentionally?Ilona Pamplona has a way of making Human Design feel less mysterious and much more practical. Her version?If you’re a Billy bookcase, stop trying to be a Malm bed.Your design gives you the pieces. Self-awareness helps you understand how they fit together and how to use them on purpose.That idea takes this conversation in some fascinating directions: why certain kinds of work energize you while others drain you, why some...

EP013 Just What I Needed: Can You Have Both? (ft. Tyler Dickerhoof)

August 30, 2026

Can you be wildly ambitious and deeply present at the same time?In this episode, Esther welcomes Tyler Dickerhoof back for a candid conversation about a tension many high achievers know well: wanting to do something big in the world while also craving a life that feels peaceful, connected, and enough. Esther calls it the “Beach and Forbes” dilemma.Tyler’s answer is yes. You can have both. The harder question is: what is driving you?Ambition rooted in purpose, growth, and contribution can be h...

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How do I get in touch with Just What I Needed?

Just What I Needed is hosted by Esther Zeledon and Paul Rivera. Its publicly listed email is riveraecon@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for Just What I Needed?

The publicly listed email for Just What I Needed: riveraecon@gmail.com.

How many listeners does Just What I Needed have?

Podseeker estimates Just What I Needed reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for Just What I Needed?

Just What I Needed typically books rising experts. Typical guest background: Established expertise in a relevant field, supported by practical professional experience and, often, authorship, speaking, coaching, strategic work, or notable career accomplishments. Common among recent guests: Published books; TEDx speaking experience; Recognized professional or media accomplishments. Recent guests include Joe Vazquez, Ilona Pamplona, and Tyler Dickerhoof.

How hard is it to get booked on Just What I Needed?

Medium. Guests usually need solid credentials in the topic and an idea that fits the show.

What topics does Just What I Needed cover?

Recent episodes cover Business, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Personal Development, and Wellness. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

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