Episodes

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April 20, 2014

Podcast Deadlines - Friend or Foe?

Podcast Success Andrew Ferebee stated that his Knowledge for men podcast launched November 2013 and surpassed the 400,000 download mark this week. Podcast Spotlight The Small Business IT Show [2:49] Dexter was a student in my Podcasting in Six Weeks Class, and we take a listen to his Small Business IT Show ( smallbusinessitshow.com ). Find it in iTunes. Last 5 in 5 [6:10] Today we get the last five podcasts that Chris from Voices of Candaian Leadership vocl.ca Nurition Diva Get it...
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April 12, 2014

What Your Podcast Can Learn from Chipotle and Joel Osteen

My last podcast spoke about identifying what makes your unique. You have something that allows you to talk about a subject using a persepctive, attitude, or delivery different than anybody else. That perspective is shaped by experience. That attitude is shaped by life and learning. That delivery is shaped by your confidence. You may be thinking about starting a podcast. You may be thinking that there are, "So many podcasts out there already, why should you add to the pile?" Well let's see what w...
403
April 6, 2014

Identifying and Embracing Your Uniqueness

Today we hear some clips on how you can market your business with podcasting, some podcasting pet peeves, and we talk about how to identify and embrace your uniqueness. Because of My Podcast [1:50] I'm Getting Paid to Podcast on Another Show Jonathan Downham of criticalcarepractitioner.co.uk has four episodes into his own podcast when another company approached him to create a podcast for THEM (and for that he is getting paid). Dave's Latest Appearances [3:24] Podcasts Roundtable Episode 2...
402
March 30, 2014

Jordan Harbinger Left His Law Career to Do Podcasting Full Time

Today in episode 402 we interview Jordan Harbinger who is the co-creator of the Art of Charm podcast. Jordan has used his podcast to build a seven figure podcast. In this 45 minute conversation we he decided to leave his career as a lawyer and do podcasting full time. We also see how he prepares for each episode, how he protects his integrity, and how he accidentally created a business that new brings in seven figures a year. You can check out their website at www.theartofcharm.com Full show ...
401
March 23, 2014

Lessons From the Zoo - April Fools Podcast Promotion

Today we talk about marketing lessons we can learn from a small Zoo I visited this week. We also hear about how families are starting to podcast together. With April 1st right around the corner, Steve Stewart is having fun reaching out to new audiences. We also talk about when and how to bring in additional content. Because of my Podcast: I'm Spenind More Time With My Family [2:20] Mark Dowing enjoys doing a podcast with his family. They do a podcast on Geo Caching . He gets to hang out with...
400
March 16, 2014

Defining Your Mission - Episode 400 Celebration - Theater of the Mind

Today we take a look back at 400 episodes (you'll hear all the old intro voice overs and the progressions I've gone through), and we talk about when it's ok to tweak your format. We have a discussion with Erik K Johnson the Podcast Talent coach on structuring your show, and writing a mission statement for your podcast. Because of this Podcast - Rev. Kenn Blanchard [5:50] Rev. Kenn Blanchard from Black Man with a Gun called in to let me know that he thanks THIS podcast for helping HIS podcast t...
399
March 9, 2014

Patreon Helps Podcasters Get Paid - New Podcast Stats - Dealing with Negativity

Today on episode 399 we hear how people are getting press credentials with their podcast, we have an interview with Tony from Patreon which is a service that Because of my Podcast - I have Press Credentials [2:34] Today Corey from Ivy Envy podcast explains how his show on the Chicago Cubs has allowed him to get press credentials from some of the minor league teams, which allowed him to interview the Owner of the Chicago cubs (how cool is that?) Tom Rickets. This is a great example of "scalin...
398
March 2, 2014

Blogger Bridge - Accents - Interview Chunking - We're Moving

Today in this episode we continue our discussion with Chris Christiansen of amateurtravelor.com as he is the developer behind Bloggerbridge.com which is a great way for businesses and potential guests to find podcasters/bloggers. You can find it at www.bloggerbridge.com Because of my podcast [3:13] Jeff from the Once Upon a Time podcast is now doing a podcast with his wife on the Television show Once Upon a Time. He has had actors from the show call in, and he went to watch a shooting of the...
397
Feb. 23, 2014

Chris Christensen from Amateur Traveler - Serious Hobbies

Today we interview Chris Christensen of the Amateur Traveler podcast. He has been doing since 2005, and has won awards for his podcast(s) and been featured in national magazine's and newspapers. You can see all the places he's visited by viewing his episode map on his website. He is also the developer of Blogger Bridge which helps bloggers and podcasters get guests (more on that next week). In Today's Interview You Learn: Chris uses Linkedin to find guests and places to promote his show ...
396
Feb. 16, 2014

Podcast Promos 101 - Podcasting Stats

In today's show I talk about "back in the day" when people use to create promos (a short 30, or 60 second spot) that helped spread the word about their show. You often would "swap" promos with other similar podcasts. I'm not sure why (fear maybe that people would leave your show) this kind of went by the wayside. As word of mouth is the BEST form of promotion, I still like the idea of a podcast promo. This was inspired by a recent episode of the Podcaster's Roundtable where we talked about the P...
394
Feb. 10, 2014

Keith and the Girl Share Ultimate Podcasting Tips

Today we interview podcast pioneers Keith and the Girl. They started out in a spare bedroom, but have always taken their podcast serious. They get to know their fans. They interact with their fans. They LISTEN to their fans (because their fans listen to them). In the end this has lead to top selling books […] Be the first to comment... Related Posts: Why Did You Unsubscribe From That Podcast? Libsyn Pro Explained If Content is King, What is Queen? Should I Read My Podcast? Common Podcast ...
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Feb. 3, 2014

Common Podcasting Mistakes That Are Easy to Fix – Creating And Selling A Book

Today we focus on tools and insights into creating a digital product to sell to those you connect with on your podcast. I never advise someone to get into podcasting for the money. You make money from the relationship you form with your audience, and that takes time. If you do have an audience, today […] 4 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Internal Business Podcasts – Finding Topics For Episodes Keith and the Girl Share Ultimate Podcasting Tips Common...
392
Jan. 27, 2014

Podcasting Boost Your Business – Podcast Media Host Checklist – Find the Money To Podcast

Today we hear how podcasting is bringing clients to business es that don’t even exist, we hear how podcasting is set to potentially doubling Trent Dyrsmid’s business. You will hear how you can open doors to networking via podcasting. Today’s show is recorded using Sound Byte on my iPad for playing music and sound effects […] 5 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: The $30 Microphone Experiment Convention Tips – Personal Podcast Promotion – Podcast Equipmen...
391
Jan. 20, 2014

George Hrab Takes Advantage of Every Opportunity Podcasting Provides

Today we interview George Hrab as he looks back of seven years of podcasting as he started out wanting to make his friends laugh, and ended up touring the world. Because of my Podcast [1:26] James Neuman of the Human Perfofmance Tools (www.humanperformancetools.com )podcast was asked to do a presentation about using podcasting at a conference […] 1 Comment - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Producing Your Podcast From Segments with George Hrab Troubleshooting Yo...
390
Jan. 12, 2014

iHeart Radio Stats – Mignon Fogarty “Grammar Girl” and 2014 Predictions

Today we talk about some updates to the spreaker platform where you can now see how many people are listening on iHeart radio. We also hear from Mignon Fogarty who has appeared on Oprah and the Today to talk about grammar. Because of My Podcast… [1:20] Rem from the Sci-Fi Movie Podcast has this to […] 9 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Evergreen Content Help Build You Audience Growing Your Audience From 100s to 1000s George Hrab Takes Advantage of Ev...
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Jan. 9, 2014

The Podcast Success Formula – Names Not Numbers

I’m back from New Media Expo. It was a blast and I’m sure I will be talking more about it in the future. I liked the opening key note, but for me it was the next session that really hit home with me. It was by one of my favorite people Michael Hyatt. He has […] 4 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Bloggers Would You Spend $50 to Grow Your Audience by 20%? Looking Forward to Checking Podcast Statistic Projections Against Reality Donations Convention Ti...
388
Dec. 30, 2013

Best Podcast Ever

Today I asked my audience to share what was their FAVORITE podcast. They could only pick ONE. Thanks to everyone who contributed. Here is a PDF of the show notes for you to download and share. Speaking of sharing. If you would like to send a tweet about this episode you can do so below […] 10 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... RSS Feed Powered by MaxBlogPress Bring My Blog Visitors Back Mentioned in this episode: I Want Your Opinion I am doing an audience survey and...
387
Dec. 23, 2013

Preparing Your Guests – Removing the Noise From Your Life and Podcast

Today we have we some great tips about getting your guest ready to appear on your show, we have a quick podcast promotion tip, we hear what stitcher.com is doing good, and what Spreaker.com is doing very, very, bad (reminds of the days of Podshow), and I talk about getting ready for 2014. Spreaker.com Hijacking […] 2 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Getting Your Podcast Media Right – Removing Noise From Your Podcast Preparing to Use Skype Taking Acti...
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Dec. 16, 2013

What Does HOLY COW! Sound Like? – The Proper Podcast Launch Speed – Repost

Today we hear about a great podcast success story where Dustin Hartzler is now working for WordPress (Automcatic), John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneur on Fire explains how being in Time magazine was an honor, but didn’t move the needle as much as being on Pat Fynn’s Smart Passive Income, we hear an actual “HOW COW” […] Be the first to comment... Related Posts: What Do I Podcast About? Cutting Your Editing Time by 70% How Much Media Hosting Do I Need Preparing Your Guests – Removing the Noise Fr...
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Dec. 9, 2013

Andrew Zarian Podcasting as a Career

Andrew Zarian started podcasting in 2009. Today he shares his story and his insights on how he great the Guys From Queens Network from a hobby (“My first podcast was awful”) into a his full time job. The interview is around 50 minutes long and in it you will learn. You have to focus on […] 1 Comment - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: From Picking Produce to Picking a Career Engaging Content With Podcast Talent Coach Erik K Johnson Podcasting Year in Review Pod...
384
Dec. 1, 2013

What Is Your Absolute Favorite Podcast?

Today I ask a very hard question: What is your favorite podcast. If you could only choose ONE. What would it be, and why. We hear how companies are getting more leads from their podcast (good, solid leads), and we get some updates from Stitcher, Mixlr, music licensing and more. Because of My Podcast We […] 5 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: File Management Podcast Promototion: Is Your Cart Before the Horse? The Last 5 in 5 You Can’t Please Everybody...
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Nov. 25, 2013

Podcasting Boosts Influence and Community

Today I share some insights into how the “podcasters” community is now being able to show social proof (300 members in the Google+ group alone) and influence (Soundation is looking at implementing a solution with their software for podcasters). We also get to hear a new lavalier microphone, and get a last five in five. […] 3 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Podcasting Boosts Business – with Connie and Sheila A Strategy For Building Your Podcast Audien...
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Nov. 18, 2013

How Many Downloads Do Podcasters Average?

Today we hear how a podcast listener got a job, how Skype’s API is sticking around, that TV is looking for talent in podcasts, we also answer the question, “How many downloads did podcasters download in September 2013, we also listen to the top five podcast in iTunes to see what lessons we can learn. […] 11 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Feedburner Says My Feed is Too Big Building a Podcast Network Passion Lessons From Seinfeld – Podcast Evangelism...
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Nov. 11, 2013

Who Wants a Successful Business Podcast?

Today we are talking business podcasting, the cons of free hosting (again), as well as podcast success stories, a last five in five, and we answer your podcast questions. Please vote for the School of Podcasting at the Podcast Awards Can You Ask For Too Much From Your Audience [1:00] I recently appeared on episode 20 […] 3 Comments - Read what others are saying about this post... Related Posts: Podcasting Boosts Business – with Connie and Sheila Looking Deeper Into Podcast Promotion Creati...