Podcast Episodes

In this Podcast Host Army episode, Josh interviews Carl Cox, host of the Measure Success podcast. Carl shares insights on the initial business-driven approach to his podcast and the pivotal shift to a giving mindset that improved guest quality. He discusses the importance of guest recommendations, vetting potential guests for audience fit, and involving a team in the selection process. The conversation touches on the challenges of saying no to unsuitable guests and the strategies for monetizing a podcast through sponsorships. Carl emphasizes the value of a prep meeting and social media following in guest selection.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Roy Collin, a serial podcaster, discusses his six diverse podcast shows, each with a distinct purpose ranging from language learning to exposing fraud. He emphasizes the importance of clear branding, professional logos, and engaging graphics for podcast success. Roy shares his personal motivations, such as his experiences with meditation and living in Poland, which led to the creation of his respective podcasts. He also aims to educate listeners about cryptocurrency scams and supports aspiring podcasters through "The Pod Folder." Roy's passion for providing valuable content is evident, and his podcasts can be accessed via bio.link/podcaster.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh interviews Ted Fenton, the host of The Modern Man podcast and a meteorologist. Ted discusses his reasons for starting his podcast, which aims to help men reach their potential and improve in various life aspects such as finances, fitness, and relationships. He emphasizes the importance of male mentorship, personal growth, and taking responsibility for one's life. Ted also touches on the concept of the "noble knight," encouraging men to embrace their vulnerabilities and learn from life's battles. The episode wraps up with information on where to find Ted's podcast.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Sarah Lohse, co-host of Branded, joins Josh to discuss personal branding and thought leadership. They explore the relationship between personal and company brands, with Sarah advising caution when intertwining the two unless there's a strong connection, like her own with Favorite Daughter Media. She encourages building a personal brand within an organization through thought leadership and overcoming the fear of being outspoken despite imposter syndrome. Sarah shares a personal story about an accidental tattoo that became influential in her career, illustrating the power of unique experiences in personal branding. The episode wraps up with an invitation to listen to Branded for further insights.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh interviews Dominique "Dom" Brightmon, creator of the Going North podcast, which inspires listeners to become authors by featuring interviews with authors of various ages and backgrounds. Dom shares the challenges he faced during the podcast's launch, including technical issues and delayed release, but emphasizes the personal growth and networking benefits that motivated him to persevere. He fondly recalls off-air conversations as his favorite podcasting memories. The Going North podcast is available on all major podcast platforms and has a dedicated website for those seeking inspiration to write their own books.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Matt Certo, host of Brand Narrative, discusses starting his podcast as a means to connect with clients during the COVID-19 pandemic when face-to-face interactions were limited. He shares insights on audience engagement, the unexpected benefit of gaining clients through the podcast, and his passion for exploring diverse topics with experts. The show has been successful in building relationships and is set to involve more company members in the future. Matt concludes by directing listeners to Brand Narrative and their agency's social media channels.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh interviews Barbara Rozgonyi, host of Growing Social Now" about the significance of authentic relationships in content creation. They discuss the impact of AI-generated content on the industry and how Barbara's podcast began as a personal project to reconnect with her network. Barbara emphasizes the value of authenticity and charisma in conversations, regardless of whether they're with long-time acquaintances or new connections. She shares her passion for showing people the future and her plans to expand her podcasting endeavors with new formats in 2024, aiming to become a top podcaster.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh interviews Mike Brennan, host of the Creative Chats Podcast and author of Make Fun a Habit. They discuss the importance of incorporating fun into work and creativity. Mike shares his personal journey of rediscovering creativity and the importance of daily creative habits. He encourages listeners to make tasks enjoyable and offers advice on rekindling interest in art. The conversation also covers where listeners can find Mike's book and podcast.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh and podcast host Jay Aigner discuss the process of podcasting, from guest selection to post-show follow-ups. Jay shares his approach to choosing guests that align with the podcast's goals, his pre-show preparation, and his strategy for building relationships with guests. Jay also reveals how he uses his podcast The First Customer as a platform for potential business leads, particularly in the field of automated quality assurance, by engaging guests in genuine, non-salesy conversations about potential collaborations.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh interviews Michael DeAloia, CEO of Evergreen Podcasts, about the company's growth and monetization strategies. Michael reveals that Evergreen Podcasts has grown from four shows with 17,800 downloads in its first year to over 330 shows with an expected 27 million downloads this year. He discusses the use of tools like Trailergram, PodRoll, and Introcast to increase discoverability and revenue. Michael advises that new shows with fewer than 2,500 downloads should consider investing in these tools early on.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Marianne Petrie, host of Slam the Gavel Podcast, discusses her passion for educating parents about the potential pitfalls of the court system. She shares solutions on how to avoid family court, Child Protective Services, and false allegations. Marianne also reminisces about her favorite memories from past episodes, including interviews with professionals and discussions with parents who have triumphed in family court. Josh commends Marianne for transforming a challenging topic into a platform for positivity. Marianne's podcast is available on all platforms and her books can be found on Amazon.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Dustin from Affiliate Nerd Out discusses his podcast, which features interviews with affiliate marketing veterans. He reveals that they've produced 60 episodes this year, with a focus on maximizing audience engagement through platforms like LinkedIn Live. Dustin emphasizes the importance of using video and audio in content creation and shares insights gained from interviewing experts in the field. He also discusses his role as an affiliate marketer, focusing on B2B SaaS and affiliate management, and the significant impact of hiring a virtual assistant.

In this podcast episode, Josh interviews Matt Bertram, host of the Unknown Secrets of Internet Marketing podcast and CMO of OGGN. They discuss Matt's 12-year podcasting journey, his focus on SEO, and the success of his podcast network, OGGN, which has reached 4 million downloads. Matt also talks about the use of podcasting as a content marketing funnel and his authored books on business growth, personal branding, podcasting, and SEO. Despite his application to create a podcasting merit badge for the Boy Scouts of America being turned down, Matt continues to emphasize the value of podcasting.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh talks with Lou Carlozo, a Chicago-based podcaster who runs Bankadelic, a show focusing on the vibrant aspects of finance and banking. They discuss the significance of understanding your audience, incorporating humor, and balancing entertainment with informative content. Lou shares his unique approach of adding humor through skits and voice characterizations, like Johnny the Big Al. He also emphasizes the importance of not taking oneself too seriously and allowing guests to shine. The episode concludes with Lou promoting his podcast in an Elmo voice, demonstrating his voice talent.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh converses with Elzie, the mayor of Podcast Town and host of the new show "Flame Starter: The Art of Self-Mastery". They discuss the significance of self-awareness, particularly understanding who you are not, in guiding life decisions. The mission of Elzie's show, which aims to prevent burnout by teaching people to recognize its signs and listen to their internal voice, is also discussed. Elzie shares his personal experiences with burnout, expressing his desire to help others avoid similar situations.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, the host interviews Kabrina Ashley, a former Disney corporate trainer and current podcast host of Top Shelf Creator. They discuss the evolving landscape of paid speaking engagements, emphasizing the importance of speaker etiquette and content creation. Kabrina shares her insights on monetization, growth, and scaling in the podcasting industry. She also highlights the significance of collaboration and storytelling in attracting the right audience. The episode provides valuable advice for creators and entrepreneurs looking to make a full-time living online.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Simona Costantini, host of Happiness Happens, discusses the fears associated with starting a podcast. She identifies the fear of getting started, the fear of being seen and judged, and the fear of technology as major obstacles. Simona shares her personal journey in overcoming these fears since starting her podcast in 2018. She emphasizes the importance of authenticity and transparency in podcasting, and how positive feedback from listeners helped her transition from wearing a mask to being her true self.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Jonathan Green, host of the Artificial Intelligence podcast, discusses the potential of AI in podcasting. He explains how AI can automate tasks such as editing, transcribing, and creating show notes, thereby saving time and money. AI can also enhance audio quality, generate social media clips, and automate emails to guests. Green directs interested listeners to his podcast and websites for more information and resources.

In this episode of Five Minutes or Less, the host interviews Kevin Tomlinson, co-host of the Writers Inc Podcast. Kevin shares his extensive experience in launching around 1,000 different podcasts, including the popular Word Slinger podcast. He also discusses his best and worst shows, highlighting Self-Publishing Insiders as his best, which helped thousands of authors. He refrains from naming his worst show but mentions an episode where the guest failed to understand the show's concept.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Diane Helbig, host of Accelerate Your Business Growth, shares her strategies for maintaining the integrity of her podcast and ensuring its growth. She emphasizes the importance of staying true to the podcast's format, setting boundaries with guests, and prioritizing the audience's needs. Diane's approach includes a strict guest policy, where she declines participation if they don't comply with her guidelines. Josh acknowledges the challenges of managing off-topic guests and recommends Diane's podcast for more insights.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh shares five tips on how to feature on other people's podcasts without a PR firm. He suggests listening and sharing episodes, giving a five-star review, engaging with the host on social media, proposing a podcast swap, and creating a win-win-win scenario for the host. His advice is based on his extensive experience in podcasting and being pitched by PR firms.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh and Nico Lagoon discuss the evolution of podcasting and the increasing importance of short-form content. Drawing from his extensive experience of creating over 300 podcasts and being a guest on 70 others, Nico shares his insights on the shift from long-form content to reels, driven by the decreasing attention span of listeners. He suggests podcasters should view their shows as a "reel machine," repurposing their content into shorter videos for platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube. Nico also shares his success in growing his social media following, now averaging 5-10 million views per month.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, host Josh discusses his vision for expanding the podcasting community. He introduces the Podcast Host Army Launchpad, a platform designed to support aspiring podcasters. The Launchpad offers a range of resources, including weekly mastermind Zoom calls and strategy sessions with experienced podcast hosts. Josh's goal is to create a syndicate of podcasters with a reach greater than Joe Rogan's, attracting sponsors and partners, and impacting legislation and social change. The Launchpad operates on a yearly subscription basis, providing access to the community, group chats, and additional resources.

In this episode of Podcast Host Army, Josh and Robert Brill discuss the challenges of podcasting, drawing from Robert's experience with his previous podcast that failed despite having 130 episodes. Robert explains the failure was due to the podcast not monetizing and attracting small clients, which distracted him from his core advertising business. He expresses his intention to launch a new podcast, this time focusing on interviewing agencies to attract higher-value clients. The host emphasizes the importance of aligning the podcast's target audience with the host's goals, sharing his own past misalignment experiences.