Episodes
Nov. 27, 2025
The Truth Behind Podcast Rankings, Retention, and Growth in 2026
Podcast rankings look glossy on the surface, but what do they actually mean for your growth, your revenue, and your long-term visibility? In this data-rich episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , Simona Costantini is joined ...
Nov. 20, 2025
Launch Is Step One. Growth Is Everything. Here’s How to Scale Your Podcast in 2026.
Your podcast is live, but now the real journey begins. Growth is where your show becomes a brand, a business asset, and a tool that compounds in visibility and authority. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , host ...
Nov. 13, 2025
How to Plan the Perfect Podcast Launch or Relaunch Timeline (Step-by-Step 2025 Guide)
Launching a podcast in 2025 takes more than passion, it takes strategy. Your podcast doesn’t grow just because it’s good. It grows because it’s launched with purpose and precision. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasti...
Nov. 6, 2025
Visibility Beats Virality: The Secret to Growing Your Podcast in 2025
Your podcast doesn’t grow just because it’s good, it grows because people see it. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , host Simona Costantini breaks down exactly how to turn your show into a visibility engine – us...
Oct. 30, 2025
Podcast Categories Explained: How to Rank Higher and Get Discovered by AI in 2025
You don’t need to change your entire show to grow your audience. You just need to speak the language the algorithm understands. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , Simona breaks down how to choose the right podca...
Oct. 23, 2025
Stop Overthinking Your Podcast Tech: The 3 Tools That Actually Matter
You don’t need a Hollywood studio to start a podcast. You just need the right tools, clarity, and confidence to press record. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , Simona breaks down exactly how to create a pro-lev...
Oct. 16, 2025
The #1 Trick to Make Your Podcast Instantly More Engaging (No New Mic Needed)
Your microphone isn’t the reason your podcast sounds flat, your energy is. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , you’ll learn how to use music, tone, and emotion to transform your episodes from “just okay” to capti...
Oct. 9, 2025
Podcast Intros, Outros & Trailers That Hook: Win Listeners in the First 30 Seconds
Your first 30 seconds can make or break your podcast. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , we’re breaking down how to create intros, outros, and trailers that actually hook your listeners — and keep them coming ba...
Sept. 26, 2025
How to Design Scroll-Stopping Podcast Cover Art | Branding Tips That Build Authority
Your podcast cover art isn’t decoration, it’s the billboard for your show . In today’s episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , I’m breaking down exactly how to create podcast artwork that stops the scroll, builds trust, and ...
Sept. 18, 2025
The Secret to a Binge-Worthy Podcast | Nail Your Concept & Mission Statement
Why do some podcasts become binge-worthy while others fade into the noise? In this episode, I reveal the two foundations every successful podcast needs: a strong concept and a clear mission statement. Whether you’re launching...
Sept. 11, 2025
How to Start a Podcast in 2025 | Why Now Is the Best Time
Why 2025 is the best year to start a podcast? 🎙️ In this video, I break down the podcasting trends and strategies for 2025 that make now the perfect time to launch. Whether you’re brand new or have been sitting on an idea for...
July 17, 2025
The Truth About ADHD & Podcasting Nobody Talks About | How to Podcast with ADHD (and Actually Enjoy It)
What if your brain wasn’t a barrier to podcasting—but your biggest creative asset? In this powerful roundtable episode, host Simona Costantini sits down with the incredible team at VOLT Productions to talk about what it reall...
June 12, 2025
3 Ways I’m Prepping My Podcast for Summer (Without Burning Out)
Summer doesn’t have to mean your podcast goes silent. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , I’m sharing the 3 intentional ways I’m prepping my podcast for summer —without burning out or ghosting my audience. If you...
May 22, 2025
How I Manage 2 Podcasts, a Business, and My Sanity (Without Burning Out)
Running one podcast is hard. Running multiple podcasts while growing two businesses? Nearly impossible… unless you have the right systems in place. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , Simona shares her exact be...
May 9, 2025
8 Things I Wish I Knew Before Starting My Podcast (Lessons from Reddit + Real Talk from a Podcast Producer)
Thinking about starting a podcast? Or maybe you're knee-deep in episodes and wondering how to keep growing without burning out? In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , I’m diving into one spicy Reddit thread that ask...
April 24, 2025
Why Pausing Your Podcast Can 10x Your Growth (And How to Come Back Stronger)
Pressing pause doesn’t mean you’re giving up. It might just be the smartest growth move you can make for your podcast. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , we’re dismantling the myth that consistency means never t...
April 17, 2025
How I Podcast While Traveling (My Exact Setup) | The No-Studio Podcast Setup
Traveling doesn’t mean your podcast has to hit pause. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , I’m sharing how to stay consistent with your show even when you’re living out of a suitcase . Whether you’re hopping betwe...
March 27, 2025
How to Launch Your Podcast & Get Your First 100 Listeners (Without a Huge Audience!)
Think you need a massive audience to launch your podcast? Think again. In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting , I’m walking you through how to go from zero to your first 100 listeners—without fancy tech, expensive ads...
March 20, 2025
Validate Your Podcast Idea (Before You Waste Time & Money on Launching the Wrong Show!)
Ever feel like you’re doing everything to launch your podcast, yet something keeps holding you back? Maybe it’s uncertainty, maybe it’s overwhelm, or maybe it’s just not knowing where to start. Spoiler alert: Validating your ...
March 6, 2025
3 Ways You’re Subtly Sabotaging Your Podcast Launch (And What to Do Instead)
Ever feel like you’re doing everything to launch your podcast, yet something keeps holding you back? Maybe it’s perfectionism, maybe it’s overwhelm, or maybe it’s just not knowing what you don’t know. Spoiler alert: It’s ofte...
Feb. 27, 2025
Why You Don’t Need to Follow Every Podcasting “Rule” to Be Successful | Let Go of the "Shoulds" and Podcast YOUR Way
Ever feel like there are a million rules about what your podcast should look like? That you must have video, the best mic, the perfect format, or else you’re doomed to fail? 🚨 Spoiler alert: You don’t need to follow every so-...
Feb. 20, 2025
How Podcast Ads Actually Work: Why Listeners Buy (or Ignore) Sponsored Products
Ever wonder why some podcast ads make people buy instantly while others get skipped? If you’re a podcaster looking to monetize, understanding what makes an ad effective is essential to converting listeners into customers. In ...
Feb. 13, 2025
10 Toxic Podcasting Habits You NEED to Break Up With in 2025
As a podcaster, are you unknowingly holding your show back? If you want to grow your audience, increase engagement, and finally build the podcast you love in 2025, it’s time to break up with these 10 toxic habits that might b...
Feb. 6, 2025
2025 Video Content Strategy - Must Watch for Podcasters and YouTubers
As a podcaster or YouTuber, have you planned your strategy to grow your audience, boost engagement, and monetize your content in 2025? If not, you're in the right place. Here are five transformative strategies that you simply...