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Every podcaster shares a common dream: to see their audience grow and their downloads soar. Imagine having a strategy that could be your secret weapon to boost exposure. What if you could use trendin…
Recent headlines have been quick to proclaim the demise of podcasting, citing layoffs at major platforms like Spotify and Public Radio. Yet, amidst the tumult, there lies a different narrative – one …
“In order to be irreplaceable one must always be different.”
– Coco Chanel
You’re a podcaster. You love creating your show. But sometimes marketing and promotion to stand out can feel like an insurmoun…
In the vast landscape of digital content creation, podcasters are constantly seeking innovative ways to expand their reach and engage with new audiences. One strategy that has gained significant trac…
Launching a podcast is just the beginning of your journey. The real challenge lies in promoting it effectively to gain more listeners. In this article,…
Creating a podcast can be exciting. It allows you to share your unique perspective, stories, and expertise with the world. However, like any creative pursuit, the journey isn’t always smooth, and you…
Hey there, fellow podcasters! We understand the hustle and heart that you pour into your shows. Growing downloads, being recognized for your dedication, and getting your voice heard are universal dre…
In a world full of great podcasts, it’s increasingly challenging to stand out and capture the attention of your target audience. But here’s the good news: you don’t need to reinvent the wheel to make…
For independent podcasters, juggling multiple roles and responsibilities can be a daunting task. You not only have to host engaging episodes but also take on the roles of a researcher, producer, and …
Don’t just be a podcaster. Dream bigger and be a creator. The act of producing original audio content requires coming up with episode ideas, writing scripts, recording, and editing, and promoting to …
Consistency is often touted as the most important factor for successful podcasting. While having a regular schedule is important, there are other factors that are equally or even more important. Let’…
Podcasting has become an incredibly popular medium for people to share their ideas, stories, and insights with the world. I absolutely love it. Hitting publish on a great episode you created feels re…
After ruminating on my podcasting pet peeves (I’ll share them at the end), I searched Reddit, Twitter, and Facebook to find out what bothers podcast listeners the most. There were commonalities and u…
Marc Maron has struck a three-year deal with Acast to host, monetize, and distribute the comedian’s hit podcast, WTF With Marc Maron.
Comedian Marc Maron launched “WTF” in 2009.
1,335 episodes have bee…
“And all this science I don’t understand
It’s just my job five days a week
A rocket man”
― Elton John // Bernie Taupin
During your podcasting journey, you’re bound to feel a bit lost.
Things have been a l…
“Your assumptions are your windows on the world. Scrub them off every once in a while, or the light won’t come in.”
― Isaac Asimov
The word for this post is “open.”
Be open to unexpected guests.
Be open …
“Creativity is thinking up new things. Innovation is doing new things.“
― Theodore Levitt
Pivot is a popular word in the start-up world. A pivot means fundamentally changing the direction of a business…
Today, I deleted 3,300 emails from my inbox. 5,748 unread messages stand between me and inbox zero. Oh dear.
I’ll come back to my disastrous inbox later, but first…
You want to grow your podcast, right…
“If a man does not keep pace with his companions, perhaps it is because he hears a different drummer. Let him step to the music which he hears, however measured or far away.”
Henry David Thoreau
I was …
Happiness is not in the mere possession of money; it lies in the joy of achievement, in the thrill of the creative effort.
– Franklin D. Roosevelt
I read an article in the New York Times, “Surrounded b…