Episodes
Oct. 15, 2024
Big Download Numbers--To Care or Not to Care
Today, we're rethinking popular podcasting advice, especially the focus on download numbers. We hear it from many experts--big download numbers don't matter. Is that really true or are those experts steering you in the wrong…
Oct. 10, 2024
Asheville's Community Recovery After Hurricane Helene
On September 26th, 2024, Asheville NC and the surrounding areas were devastated by Hurricane Helene. Days before the hurricane hit, I along with my wife Amy retreated from the area. Witnessing the devastation from afar, we j…
Oct. 9, 2024
Midweek News: Headliner’s New Video Tool & The Rise of Kids Podcasts
Headliner has entered the short form video space. While our fearless leader Marc Ronick is helping with vital resources for Hurricane Helene victims, the rest of the crew takes the wheel to cover podcast headlines and share …
Oct. 8, 2024
Creating Content That Engages and Resonates
Are you looking to refine your content strategy and build genuine connections with your audience? We've got just the conversation for you. While our lead host Marc Ronick is on the road delivering essential items to those af…
Oct. 7, 2024
How to Avoid Social Media Fatigue and Grow Your Podcast
If you've ever thought, "Social media is too overwhelming for me, " this episode is for you. While our fearless leader Marc Ronick delivers essential items to Hurricane Helene victims in Asheville, North Carolina, Jonathan H…
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…