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Episodes

Podcasting Gear & Apps: What We’re Using in 2025
Jan. 31, 2025

Podcasting Gear & Apps: What We’re Using in 2025

While our fearless leader, Marc, is away, the co-hosts are taking the helm, and we have a question for you! What tools power your podcast workflow? With so many options out there, it’s easy to get lost in the sea of digital a...
Podcast Headlines: DeepSeek, AI Wishlists, and Virtual Events
Jan. 30, 2025

Podcast Headlines: DeepSeek, AI Wishlists, and Virtual Events

While our fearless leader Marc is traveling, the crew is taking the wheel and cruising through more hot podcasting headlines! We’re breaking down DeepSeek, a mysterious new AI model that’s shaking up the tech world, uncoverin...
Podcast News: What New Podcast Data Reveals & Spotify’s Award Program
Jan. 29, 2025

Podcast News: What New Podcast Data Reveals & Spotify’s Award Program

If a previous guest on your podcast asked you to remove their episode, would you honor their request? Today, we kick things off with a thought-provoking question from our Facebook group, sparking a discussion on guest request...
Should Episode Titles Include Numbers?
Jan. 28, 2025

Should Episode Titles Include Numbers?

Podcast episode numbers. Do you need them? Where should they go? And how do they impact your show’s organization and discoverability? We weigh the pros and cons of numbering episodes, explore strategies for categorizing conte...
What Causes Podfade and Why?
Jan. 27, 2025

What Causes Podfade and Why?

Is podfade creeping up on you? You've got your topic. You've invested in the gear. But now, you're feeling the weight of the never-ending grind you never saw coming. Sound familiar? You're not alone. According to BuzzSprout, ...
Tips for Naming a Podcast
Jan. 24, 2025

Tips for Naming a Podcast

Are you pulling your hair out when it comes to naming your podcast? You’ve created the content and are excited about your new show on the horizon, but you just can’t nail down an impactful title. Well, you’re in luck because ...
Podcast Headlines: Fake Podcast Clips & Unpacking Listener Habits
Jan. 23, 2025

Podcast Headlines: Fake Podcast Clips & Unpacking Listener Habits

Did you know that fake podcast clips are circulating on social media, spreading misinformation and deceiving millions? Even more shocking, there are LinkedIn articles that teach people how to create them! If this raises your ...
Podcast News: TikTok Ban, Top Podcast Charts, and AI Innovations
Jan. 22, 2025

Podcast News: TikTok Ban, Top Podcast Charts, and AI Innovations

What if an AI model could help you stay on top of your podcasting tasks? Maybe it can! Today, we're discussing the new ChatGPT "Tasks" feature and how it might fit into your workflow. Google is also making waves with "The Dai...
Podfest 2025 Recap: Top Highlights and More
Jan. 21, 2025

Podfest 2025 Recap: Top Highlights and More

Podfest 2025 was a memorable experience, and the Empowered Podcasting community showed up and represented like never before. Did you miss Podfest 2025 and feel the FOMO? No worries—we're back from Orlando and ready to share a...
Podfest: Day 1 Recap & Weekly Wins
Jan. 17, 2025

Podfest: Day 1 Recap & Weekly Wins

Podfest 2025 is in full swing here in Orlando, Florida, and we have stories to share! Several Empowered Podcasting Community members took the stage on opening day, and in this episode, they’re reflecting on the highs, the cha...
Live From Podfest
Jan. 16, 2025

Live From Podfest

We're coming to you from PodFest in Orlando with a glimpse into the event's energy and networking opportunities. We kick off our conversation by addressing a question from the mailbag regarding shifts in podcast platform pref...
Podcast News: Rogan Faces Backlash, Shure’s New Smart Mic & Upcoming Events
Jan. 15, 2025

Podcast News: Rogan Faces Backlash, Shure’s New Smart Mic & Upcoming Events

Joe Rogan "broke a promise" to his listeners, and his fans aren't happy after Spotify quietly added unskippable midroll ads to his podcast—despite Rogan once claiming he'd never interrupt conversations with ads. Would you be...
Your Podfest 2025 Playbook
Jan. 14, 2025

Your Podfest 2025 Playbook

Podfest 2025 is just around the corner, taking place from January 16th to 19th at the Renaissance Hotel in Orlando, Florida! As the longest-running in-person podcasting event, it's the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, a...
What Would You Do to Stay Authentic in Podcasting?
Jan. 13, 2025

What Would You Do to Stay Authentic in Podcasting?

How do you stay true to your values while creating an engaging podcast? Today, we discuss "What would you do" scenarios that many podcasters encounter when featuring guests with differing opinions, all while preserving the in...
Handling Moral Conflicts in Podcasting
Jan. 10, 2025

Handling Moral Conflicts in Podcasting

Have you ever faced a professional opportunity that challenged your integrity for the sake of financial security? Today, we're weighing in on a 'Would You Rather' scenario sparked by a real-life story of a producer leaving Th...
Monetization, SEO and Paid Ad Tips for Podcasters with Tyler Perry
Jan. 9, 2025

Monetization, SEO and Paid Ad Tips for Podcasters with Tyler Perry

Have you ever grappled with growing your podcast audience or monetizing your show? You’ve poured your heart into creating engaging content, but it feels like you’re spinning your wheels without seeing the growth you deserve. ...
217. Grow to 100K Podcast Downloads on a Budget with Tyler Perry
Jan. 7, 2025

217. Grow to 100K Podcast Downloads on a Budget with Tyler Perry

What if you could grow your podcast audience from hundreds to thousands starting with with just $2-3 a day? That’s exactly what Tyler Perry (no, not the filmmaker…the host of Believing the Bizarre ) did. I had the opportunity...
How to Shape Your Podcast Vision and Goals for 2025
Jan. 6, 2025

How to Shape Your Podcast Vision and Goals for 2025

Happy 2025! Did you know that 23% of people give up on their goals just one week after New Year's Day? This phenomenon is known as Quitter's Day, and today, we're here to help you make steps to start small and determine the ...
Turning Podcasting into Business
Dec. 31, 2024

Turning Podcasting into Business

( Available in video and audio formats ) In today’s episode, the tables are turned as I take the hot seat in an interview originally recorded for Dr. Jen Riley ’s digital marketing master’s students at Vanderbilt University ....
Wrapping Up Goals and Sharing Wins from 2024
Dec. 20, 2024

Wrapping Up Goals and Sharing Wins from 2024

The end of 2024 is closing in on us quickly, so today, we’re sharing our podcast intentions for the remainder of the year. The Empowered Podcasting Community continues to grow, and this year was no exception, making it a win ...
2025 Podcast Predictions, New Ranking Tools & Always-On Content
Dec. 19, 2024

2025 Podcast Predictions, New Ranking Tools & Always-On Content

What’s on your holiday wishlist for your podcast? In today’s episode, we kick things off by sharing our podcast holiday wishlists, featuring gear upgrades and dream tools that could elevate our setups. Then, we dive into the ...
Podcast News: AI Tools Transform Discoverability and Podcasthon Inspires Giving Back
Dec. 18, 2024

Podcast News: AI Tools Transform Discoverability and Podcasthon Inspires Giving Back

Today, we’re diving head-first into the latest podcasting news and tools shaping the industry. We discuss Google AI Studio’s groundbreaking multimodal capabilities and ChatGPT’s enhanced video analysis features. We also exami...
Solo Podcasting: How to Build Value and Grow Confidently
Dec. 17, 2024

Solo Podcasting: How to Build Value and Grow Confidently

Have you ever heard someone say, “Just press record and start your podcast!” That’s easier said than done, especially when starting your podcast journey as a solo creator. Today, we’re talking about the craft of solo podcasti...
What Makes Co-Hosting Successful?
Dec. 16, 2024

What Makes Co-Hosting Successful?

While our fearless leader, Marc, is traveling, the co-hosts take the driver’s seat to explore the joys and challenges of podcast co-hosting. We discuss finding the ideal co-host, building strong on-air chemistry, and creating...