Episodes
Nov. 5, 2018
How to Start a Podcast Network: The Good, the Bad, the Ugly
We all want more listeners. We feel we have tried everything (have we?) and one option that all the "big" shows seem to have in common is they are part of a Podcast Network. Many of these require large amounts of download tha...
Oct. 29, 2018
Do Audiograms Boost Podcast Podcast Discovery?
This week I'm going to give you some lessons I learned from Speaking at We Are Podcast 2018 in Brisbane Australia. We also talk about the effectiveness of Audiograms. Sponsor: PodcastGuests.com – Get More Guests -Be Featured ...
Oct. 22, 2018
11 Things Podcasters Can Learn From Netflix
Today on episode 641, I'm in Australia at a conference but I'm still here giving you ideas and insights to help you with your podcast. I've been spending a fair amount of time on Netflix, and I've noticed something. Sponsor: ...
Oct. 15, 2018
Don't Dump Your Podcast For Facebook Live Just Yet
Today on episode 640 of the School of Podcasting we are looking at Facebook Consumption and how it stacks up against YouTube and Podcasting. Paul Colligan has a new report and it's fascinating. Because of his Podcast: Troy He...
Oct. 8, 2018
Vicious Listener Comments That Were 100% True
Today I share the story of some pretty harsh criticism I received, and how I had to deal with the fact that my listener had a point. Welcome to episode 639 of the School of Podcasting Sponsor: Podcastguests.com 3:47 PodcastGu...
Oct. 1, 2018
Your Spin Free Zone
Today on episode 638 I am talking about controlling a conversation from two different angles. Bonus Content Why Squadcast is the Best Tool for Recording Interviews I speak with Zach Moreno one of the founders of Squadcast (sa...
Sept. 24, 2018
Is Podcasting Frying Your Brain?
Because Of My Podcast - The Family Travel Podcast Michael, He is on podcast number two, and this one is allowing him to make some money http://abigpeacheyadventure.com.au/family-travel-podcast/ Question of the Month: Where Ar...
Sept. 17, 2018
The Ultimate Guide to Launching Your Podcast
You want to launch a podcast, and in the past, I've talked about how there are 27 steps to launch a podcast (you might want to read that first) . Today I want to cover this episode from a new angle and address some of the mis...
Sept. 10, 2018
Logic and Emotion in Your Podcast
Podcast Question Of the Month If there is a slider between 1 I LOVE PODCASTING and 10 is I HATE Podcasting, where are you? Are you feeling like a three? Seven? Lets us know and WHY you are feeling the way you are. If you want...
Sept. 3, 2018
10 Thousands Downloads Per Episode in Five Months
Today I talk with Noah Tetzner who starts the History of Vikings five months ago, and when the average podcaster is getting a little under 2,000 downloads per episodes, Noah is getting 10,000 downloads per episodes. I wanted ...
Aug. 27, 2018
Danny Peña Is On a Mission For Additional Listeners
In episode 633 of the School of Podcasting, we are looking at Podcasting Events and asking, "is it worth attending?" We also touch base with Danny Peña who has created a movie about his story and his show Gamer tag Radio (th...
Aug. 20, 2018
Starting a Podcast With a Sponsor - How Marcus Couch Got To Yes
Today we are looking at not taking no for an answer. We are looking at trying new strategies for old problems. My friend Marcus Couch heard "No" multiple times every year when he tried to start a Chicago Bulls fan cast . He d...
Aug. 13, 2018
How Podcasting is Like Shoe Shopping
In the past, I've talked about transcriptions. The fun part of transcriptions is you still have to end up with something that is easy to read and brings value. I've mentioned temi.com and revs.com but the one thing I didn't t...
Aug. 6, 2018
Should My Podcast Have an Email List?
In the age of social media is email still relvant? If so, how do you grow your list? What makes a good lead magnet? Do I need a lead magnet? This is all discussed in episode 630 of the School of Podcasting Sponsor: Podcast En...
July 30, 2018
13 Years of Proof That Podcasting Works
Sponsor: Podcast Engineering School 2:42 Podcast Engineering School – next semester starts September 18th and runs through October 30th. The classes are live and Chris packs the 2-hour classes with tons of information Today I...
July 23, 2018
Are You Making These Podcast Mistakes Part II
Becuase of My Podcast: 1:30 Haley Radke from http://www.adopteeson.com/ shares how the only people who can understand what it's like to be adopted, and more importantly how to deal with a reunion with your biological parents....
July 16, 2018
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome
Seventy percent of people have impostor syndrome. While an interesting stat, that doesn't really help people who have impostor syndrome get over it. Today I have 12 strategies to help overcome Impostor syndrome Because of My ...
July 9, 2018
My First Impression of Radio Public
My First Test of Radio Public You can get your podcast on the Radio Public platform at https://podcasters.radiopublic.com/ . Once you’ve been approved at Radio Public, they send a weekly email summary to your email with detai...
July 2, 2018
Creating Actionable, Empowering Content with Kyle Gray
Today we have a conversation with Kyle Gray author of the book The Story Engine: An entrepreneur's guide to content strategy and brand storytelling without spending all day writing. He has helped hundreds of startups and smal...
June 25, 2018
Is Anyone Reading Your Podcast Show Notes?
I received 360 responses to this question, and if you do read show notes (better known as a description of what is in the podcast) what are you looking for. Comments? 888-563-32228 Because of My Podcast I Got to Appear on TV ...
June 18, 2018
When in Doubt, Ask Your Audience: Cody Gough Interview
Comments? 888-563-3228 Today on episode 623 we talk with Cody Gough of the Curiosity podcast . Cody had a podcast that was successful, and based on the goals of the podcast decided to make a radical change to their publishing...
June 11, 2018
The Power of Your Knowing Your Why
Because of My Podcast: Free Tickets 2:00 Brad from the Cinema Guys ( www.wearethecinemaguys.com ) explains how he was approached by a small local Cinema Chain who listens to his podcast. Brad worked a deal that enables him to...
June 4, 2018
Consistently Creating a Great Show: James Cridland from Podnews.net
Have you ever thought, "Oh someone is already doing a podcast about my subject." If so you need to listen to today's show with James Cridland of podnews.net who saw there were other sites and newsletters featuring podcast new...
May 28, 2018
How Did You Get Your Podcast Sponsor?
Two Podcast Growth Strategies and Dynamic Podcast Sponsorship with Ad Insertion Today in episode 620 you will learn two strategies to grow your audience and your subscriptions and you will learn how other podcasters got podca...