Technical Tools And Tips Episodes
Guidance on podcasting equipment, software, and technical aspects.
April 7, 2025
278 - What Would You Buy for Your Podcast With $500?
If someone gave you $500 to upgrade your podcast setup, what would you spend it on? Today, we swap ideas on the gear we believe improves our podcasting workflows, and some of our picks might surprise you. We share our favorit...
March 25, 2025
269 - Growing Your Podcast with Fan Mail, Guest Spots & Better Branding
Have you tried Buzzsprout’s new fan mail feature yet? It lets your listeners text you directly, making it easier than ever to build real connections with your audience. Inspired by a mailbag question on how to take advantage ...
March 18, 2025
264 - Essential Tools for Podcasters
Curious about the best tools for creating a podcast? Today, we’re breaking down the tech stacks our community uses. We talk about everything from recording software and editing tools to hosting platforms. We share what works,...
March 7, 2025
257 - Lessons Learned From Podcasting & Celebrating Our Wins
Podcasting isn’t solely about hitting the record button. It’s full of unexpected life lessons as well. After a day of frustrating tech setbacks, I was reminded of the importance of patience and reaching out for support. This...
March 4, 2025
254 - Video, Mindset & Editing Truths and Myths with Matt Bliss (Part 2)
Is video podcasting really the key to discoverability, or is it just another myth? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest, ongoing debates in podcasting: Do you need to be on YouTube and Spotify (video) to succ...
Feb. 25, 2025
249 - Breaking the Rules of Podcasting: Myths, SEO & AI with Matthew Bliss (Part 1)
Are the “rules” of podcasting helping you or holding you back? Today, we challenge some of the biggest myths in podcasting and break down whether they’re worth following—or just fear-based tactics. I'm joined today by PMC co-...
Feb. 13, 2025
242 - How Creators Use AI to Save Time & Work Smarter
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you know that AI technology has become an integral part of our daily lives. As content creators, we understand how tools like ChatGPT streamline our content creation process, especially...
Feb. 12, 2025
Podcast News: Is Joe Rogan Experience Still a Podcast? & YouTube’s Big Moves
YouTube’s CEO says big changes are coming for podcasters but will it be a real win or just more talk? Spotify made big promises last year but didn’t deliver as expected. Now, YouTube is stepping in with plans to improve podca...
Feb. 5, 2025
Podcast News: Pay-to-Play Guesting and AI Audio Advances
It’s news day, and we’re bringing you the latest Podcast industry headlines. Today we lightly debate how Chris Voss’s pay-to-play model has ruffled some feathers as to whether guests should pay for a spot on his show and if t...
Jan. 31, 2025
Podcasting Gear & Apps: What We’re Using in 2025
While our fearless leader, Marc, is away, the co-hosts are taking the helm, and we have a question for you! What tools power your podcast workflow? With so many options out there, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of digital a...
Jan. 30, 2025
Podcast Headlines: DeepSeek, AI Wishlists, and Virtual Events
While our fearless leader Marc is traveling, the crew is taking the wheel and cruising through more hot podcasting headlines! We’re breaking down DeepSeek, a mysterious new AI model that’s shaking up the tech world, uncoverin...
Jan. 24, 2025
Tips for Naming a Podcast
Are you pulling your hair out when it comes to naming your podcast? You’ve created the content and are excited about your new show on the horizon, but you just can’t nail down an impactful title. Well, you’re in luck because ...
Jan. 22, 2025
Podcast News: TikTok Ban, Top Podcast Charts, and AI Innovations
What if an AI model could help you stay on top of your podcasting tasks? Maybe it can! Today, we're discussing the new ChatGPT "Tasks" feature and how it might fit into your workflow. Google is also making waves with "The Dai...
Jan. 15, 2025
Podcast News: Rogan Faces Backlash, Shure’s New Smart Mic & Upcoming Events
Joe Rogan "broke a promise" to his listeners, and his fans aren't happy after Spotify quietly added unskippable midroll ads to his podcast—despite Rogan once claiming he'd never interrupt conversations with ads. Would you be...
Dec. 18, 2024
Podcast News: AI Tools Transform Discoverability and Podcasthon Inspires Giving Back
Today, we’re diving head-first into the latest podcasting news and tools shaping the industry. We discuss Google AI Studio’s groundbreaking multimodal capabilities and ChatGPT’s enhanced video analysis features. We also exami...