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Episodes

Oct. 3, 2024

Headlines: Substack’s Growing Potential & NaPodPoMo’s Creative Challenge

Adam Carolla's move to Substack has sparked many conversations. Could this platform open the gates for discoverability and opportunities to monetize for an exclusive community? This is just one of the headlines we are coveri…
Oct. 2, 2024

News: Rabbit R1’s AI Will Do Tasks For You & Chartable's Exit

Join us as we cover the most important headlines for independent creators. If you're interested in the latest AI advancements, we're exploring the groundbreaking Rabbit R1 device and its potential to revolutionize content cr…
Oct. 1, 2024

Making a Difference and Podcasting for Community Impact

Can a podcast offer hope during the darkest of times? After Hurricane Helene caused widespread devastation from Florida and Georgia through East Tennessee and my neck of the woods, Western North Carolina, leaving behind a tr…
Sept. 30, 2024

Vocal Tips for Podcasters with Nic Redman

Today is International Podcast Day, and we are celebrating our most valuable asset - our voices. Voice coach and expert Nic Redman joins us from across the pond and shares insightful tips on vocal health, overcoming self-con…
Sept. 27, 2024

Does Your Podcast Reflect Your Values?

Your podcast is your voice. But is it reflecting your values? Today, while our fearless leader, Marc Ronick, is participating in his annual fundraising walk for the Charcot Marie Tooth Association, the community takes over t…
Sept. 26, 2024

News: Spotify's Music Podcast Purge & the Call for Gender Balance

Is Your Podcast Ready for the Spotify Purge? Spotify abruptly removed 500 music-centric podcasts, such as study playlists and sound machines. What could this mean for creators who incorporate podsafe music into their shows? …
Sept. 25, 2024

Midweek Headlines: Podcasts Now America's Most Trusted Media Source, Rødecaster Video Arrives, & Events

Are you craving honest conversations and not just talking heads from the major media companies? According to Vox Topica, podcasting is now the leading trusted media source! We look at this headline and share more exciting po…
Sept. 24, 2024

Is Podcasting Dead or Evolving?

Is podcasting really dead? According to Sirius XM, 84% of Gen Z podcast listeners discover podcasts through YouTube. This statistic might make independent audio-first podcasters wonder if there's still a place for them in th…
Sept. 23, 2024

Strategies for Creating A Resonating Podcast Trailer

Is your podcast trailer stuck in perfection limbo? We're here to help you break free and hit publish! Today in the Podcasting Morning Chat, we share insights about the importance of podcast trailers, the challenges in creati…
Sept. 20, 2024

File Management Tips For Podcasters

Have you ever lost a precious podcast episode to the digital abyss? After hours of recording and preparation, your precious podcast episode has vanished. Perhaps it's time to consider a method of file organization. While our…
Sept. 19, 2024

News: Acquired Podcast Packs Arena, and Strategies for Stellar Live Launches

6,000 People in an Arena...for a PODCAST?! This story caught our attention in today's morning podcasting chat! Join us to learn about the podcast that has attracted influential figures such as Mark Zuckerberg. We'll also dis…
Sept. 18, 2024

Decoding The Podcast Charts

Have you ever wondered how some podcasts mysteriously reach the top of the charts? Have you questioned why your show isn't as successful? The truth is that some of the top-charting podcasts may have gained an advantage by pa…
Sept. 17, 2024

How Communities Create Chain Reactions

Here is your reminder that the power of community is boundless. Whether finding common ground through podcasting or belonging to a community in other ways, it can help you overcome challenges that may have seemed insurmounta…
Sept. 16, 2024

Reclaim Your Time By Outsourcing Your Podcast Workflow

Should you outsource podcast tasks or handle them yourself? Is your podcasting workflow taking over your life? Are you looking at your computer monitor with sleepy eyes, wondering where your time and energy went? Perhaps it'…
Sept. 13, 2024

Facing Disappointment in Podcasting and Business

Have you ever experienced a dream opportunity slipping through your fingers? On today's show, I share a personal story about a major business deal that seemed destined for success until the last minute, leaving me feeling fr…
Sept. 12, 2024

Viral Sensation to Podcast Star: Is Hawk Tuah Ready?

Can you protect your podcast from legal trouble when a guest shares a story without naming names? Today, we discuss this tricky situation where a podcaster faces potential legal action after a guest's story about an unnamed …
Sept. 11, 2024

News: Updates from FTC, Facebook's Power, & iOS 18's New Features

Podcasters, do you trust influencers more than traditional ads? We're tackling this hot topic, sharing surprising stats on which social platforms are actually the most effective for podcasters. Plus, the FTC's crackdown on f…
Sept. 10, 2024

Essential Practices for Podcast Audience Growth

Today, we're investigating strategies to skyrocket your podcast's discoverability and visibility. We'll uncover the power of email marketing, craft irresistible lead magnets, and share the value of SEO. Learn techniques to b…
Sept. 9, 2024

Critical Elements for a Thriving Podcast

In today’s episode, we start by confessing some of our most embarrassing podcast practices we haven’t admitted—until now. Next, we explore some critical elements for building a thriving podcast. Should you focus more on soun…
Sept. 6, 2024

When to Re-record, iPad Editing and Celebrating Wins

Ever had an episode that just didn’t hit the mark? Today we discuss how to navigate low-energy recordings—do you salvage them or hit re-record? We also share the content projects we’re most excited about, plus some quick tip…
Sept. 5, 2024

Podcast Headlines, Canva’s Price Hike and Spotify’s Algorithm Breakdown

Today, we’re continuing with more podcasting news stories. If you haven’t heard the scoop on the Rode Creator Awards, jump back to episode 147 for all the details. Also, Canva users’ jaws drop as a 300% price increase is ann…
Sept. 4, 2024

Podcast News: Buzzsprout's Top Quotes & Røde’s Creator Award

It's midweek news day! This episode covers the latest podcasting news, including Buzzsprout's "45 Top Podcasting Quotes from Podcasters." We discuss strategies for expanding your audience and highlight insights from our comm…
Sept. 3, 2024

Building a Speaking Career Through Podcasting

Ever thought about using your podcasting skills to become a public speaker? In this episode, podcast producer and PMC co-host, Simona Costantini shows you how. Simona explains how to structure your speech, adapt your style, …
Aug. 30, 2024

Creative Ways To Share Your Podcast

In this episode, we take on a fun challenge: If your podcast were a TV show or movie, what would you rename it without using the original title? We explore how this exercise can uncover new insights about your podcast’s core…