Welcome to the "How To Podcast Series" - your guide to podcasting mastery! Discover solo, co-hosted and mini episodes packed with great tips on - Launching your podcast, Growing your audience, Optimizing audio quality, Making money, Guest booking secrets, Content planning hacks, Marketing on social media, SEO for podcasts, Equipment recommendations, Hosting platforms comparisons and Podcasting Tips! Whether you're a beginner or seasoned podcaster, our actionable advice will elevate your show. Podcasting is best done in community, you don't have to podcast alone - join the conversation here!
Mon, April 14, 2025
Episode 409 - CO-HOST - Bob LeMent - When There Was Only 50 Podcasts, Your Podcast Persona, and a Blue Cat Bob is one of the original 50 podcasters that started what we have today in podcasting. The Static Web Site’s first episode was January 1, 1999 in a vain attempt to make the world hear the off kilter and sophomoric ramblings of Miles Tidal and Bob LeMent.Now 24 years and counting they continue their weekly stream of consciousness dialogues. As you may have discerned from listening, we do no preparation or use any manners or decorum to provide a fully improvised piece of comedy. Enjoy. https://StaticRadio.com Don't really need to hit it at all, but just to promote where people can find me, if they so choose.___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 11, 2025
Episode 408 - The Forgotten History of Video Podcasting and Its Comeback Story The history of video podcasting via RSS feeds demonstrates that while video in podcasting is currently resurging, it is not a new concept. Here's an overview of its origins and the current resurgence: Early History of Video Podcasting RSS Enclosures and Early Experiments (2000) : The concept of attaching media files, including video, to RSS feeds was proposed in 2000 by Tristan Louis and implemented by Dave Winer. Winer introduced the "enclosure" element in RSS 0.92, allowing media files to be syndicated. This innovation laid the groundwork for both audio and video podcasting First Video Podcasts (2003) : The first known serial video podcast, Dead End Days , was released in 2003. It showcased the potential for distributing video content episodically via RSS feeds Technical Evolution : Early tools like iPodderX (later renamed Transistr) enabled users to access podcasts with graphical interfaces, making it easier to consume both audio and video content. However, video podcasting remained niche due to technical limitations like slow internet speeds and low-quality video playback Resurgence of Video Podcasting Current Trends (2024–2025) : Platforms like YouTube, Spotify, and TikTok have driven the adoption of video podcasting by integrating video capabilities directly into their ecosystems. YouTube's dedicated podcast section and Spotify's support for video uploads have made video podcasting a mainstream format Enhanced audience engagement is a key driver. Video allows for visual storytelling, fosters deeper connections through non-verbal cues like facial expressions, and creates a more immersive experience Monetization opportunities have expanded with video, as creators can leverage ads, sponsorships, and premium content on platforms optimized for visual media Shifts in Content Creation : In contrast to earlier static formats, modern video podcasts often include dynamic elements like B-roll footage and on-screen graphics. Short-form clips optimized for platforms like Instagram Reels and YouTube Shorts have also become popular for promotional purposes Video podcasting has evolved significantly since its early days in the 2000s when it was pioneered alongside audio podcasting via RSS feeds. While the medium faced initial challenges due to technological constraints, its resurgence today is fueled by advancements in internet speeds, platform support, and audience demand for visually engaging content. This resurgence underscores that while video podcasting feels innovative now, it is deeply rooted in the foundational history of podcasting. <a hr
Wed, April 09, 2025
Episode 407 - Podcasting for Microsoft, The Intrazone and Polaris Pathways, a business transformation podcast with CO-HOST - Chris McNulty After years of songwriting, music production, and conference speaking, I’m not afraid of a microphone or some audio engineering. I’m particularly proud of these two: The Intrazone Mark Kashman started this with me back in 2018 - it’s the official podcast that covers all things Microsoft 365. Mark does the work, his partner Lisa does the production, and I just show up from time to time. Polaris Pathways Sponsored by Synozur , and I produce new episodes monthly. Synozur is named for the ancient Greek reference to the North Star, Polaris. Our mission is to illuminate the pathway for business transformation with coverage of business, technology, and even pop culture. https://www.chrismcnulty.net ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Trailer · Mon, April 07, 2025
Welcome to the How To Podcast Series - your home for podcast advice, instruction, community and varied voices from the podcast space - people just like you, starting and growing a podcast and sharing a topic that they love! It is not too late to start a podcast and there is an audience looking for a topic that you are passionate about, so, start here! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, April 07, 2025
Episode 406 - Podpacer.com, No Hacks Podcast, Podcaster A.I. with CO-HOST Slobodan Manic Podpacer is the best way to manage and promote your podcast Easy to use and free to try. Repurpose your podcast episodes, research and plan your episodes, and use your very own AI assistant, all in one place. Content Repurposing Automatically transcribe your episodes and create dozens of content units from them. All in your tone of voice. Episode Planning Research your upcoming episodes, and plan them in advance. Use podcasts, YouTube videos, articles and more as sources. Podpacer AI Podpacer helps you with the episode scripts, and even generate the show notes for you. Podpacer AI knows your podcast inside out. No Hacks: The Mindset Behind Digital Optimization and Growth Welcome to No Hacks, the podcast where expertise meets creativity to revolutionize digital experiences. Hosted by industry veteran Slobodan (Sani) Manić, this engaging series tackles marketing, conversion rate optimization (CRO), and user experience (UX) without relying on gimmicks or shortcuts.In each episode, join Slobodan as he engages in candid conversations with top leaders and innovators from tech, business, and design fields. Discover real stories, lessons learned, and breakthrough moments that highlight how to create impactful and transformative online experiences. No Hacks goes beyond traditional best practices, challenging the status quo by exploring the psychology behind what truly works. Delve into real-world case studies and explore innovative strategies that push the limits of possibility in the digital landscape.If you are a developer, designer, marketer, or a digital enthusiast, No Hacks provides smart, thoughtful strategies for long-term success. Learn to think differently, innovate creatively, and build meaningful digital experiences. No shortcuts, just expert insights and genuine solutions. Subscribe now to join us one episode at a time as we unravel the true elements of designing transformative digital experiences. Two Formats, One Mission:🎙️ No Hacks Podcast (long-form interviews) – In these seasonal episodes, I sit down with top experts in marketing, tech, and business to discuss the principles and stories behind successful optimization. We go beyond the surface to explore what really works—and why, on Wednesdays.🍪 No Hacks Snacks (short-form insights) – Need quick, actionable advice? These under-10-minute episodes deliver practical tips and insights from a wide range of guests, on Mondays and Fridays.Subscribe and join No Hacks on this journey to make the internet a better, more thoughtful place, one episode at a time. https://pod.link/1554743376 https
Fri, April 04, 2025
Episode 405 - Three Things Every Podcaster Should Practice Today to Improve Your Communication and Confidence as a Podcaster Welcome to the podcast! Be sure to go back into our past episodes to catch great conversations and topics designed to help you on your podcast - episode 404 features Cass and her amazing podcast process, if you want a great framework that might work well for your podcast, go back one episode and hear that conversation! This episode features 3 practice tips that you can use today to improve your podcast Record a video of yourself reading and talking, then, the challenge is to: - listen to your recording playback without watching the screen, just listen, what do you hear yourself doing? - watch the video playback with the sound off - what do you see? - grab a transcription of the words you said - what can you clean up when you speak? Crutch words, are you an umh machine? Too many tangents? Take one thing that you noticed that you can improve on, address that one thing and make a positive change, then repeat this process again, and agan, and... again - keep improving everytime you do this and your audience will notice! Next episode features Sani from PodPacer.com - a cool tool for podcasters and a free "Roast My Show" AI tool - if you are nervous about roasting your own show, roast mine! The creator of this process is Vinh Giang - here is a video of Vinh teaching this process which inspired this episode https://www.linkedin.com/posts/vinhgiang_this-process-is-called-record-review-activity-7271852336493268992-6dUY?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAMvv_8B-0xHStbgQZfb5pQE8ro1r3EY-kM https://www.vinhgiang.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, April 02, 2025
Episode 404 - CO-HOST - Cassian Bellino - Biblically Speaking Podcast, and an Impressive List of Tools That Can Help Your Podcast Meet the Founder, Cassian Bellino When I felt the pull to start the Biblically Speaking podcast, it wasn’t a dramatic revelation, but a persistent nudge. Over the years, I had countless conversations about faith—what began as casual discussions often grew into deeper reflections. I realized that people asked the same questions I once asked, wrestled with similar doubts, and shared insights that resonated with me. I realized I wasn’t just interested in theology—I was driven by it, needing a space to unpack and connect with others around the questions that kept me up at night. With every conversation and every page of Scripture studied, the Bible became clearer, simpler, and, most importantly, transformative. Now, through hundreds of hours of interviews and insights from some of the world’s most respected scholars, Biblically Speaking exists to make the Bible understandable, approachable, and powerfully relevant to everyday life. It’s been a journey of learning, one that has completely changed me—and I’m here to share it with you. Biblically Speaking - The Bible has been a bestseller for millennia, yet learning about Christianity can feel daunting. I felt the same way. So, as I asked questions, I hit "Record." Biblically Speaking is for curious Christians seeking clear answers to big Bible questions. Each episode unpacks Scripture with theologians, breaking down passages, parables, and prophecies to make the Bible relatable and easy to understand. If you're looking to grow in faith with real insights and a fresh perspective, this podcast is your guide to understanding God's Word simply and meaningfully. https://pod.link/1723892791 https://www.bibspeak.com/ https://linktr.ee https://www.stan.store https://podmatch.com https://www.audacityteam.org <strong
Mon, March 31, 2025
Episode 409 - CO-HOST - Bob LeMent - When There Was Only 50 Podcasts, Your Podcast Persona, and a Blue Cat - Video Version Bob joins The How To Podcast Series and yes, he is on video as a cartoon blue cat! So, a video is in order for this episode! The audio version is also available! The Static Web Site’s first official episode was January 1, 1999, in a vain attempt to make the world hear the off-kilter and sophomoric ramblings of Miles Tidal and Bob LeMent. Now 25 years and counting they continue their weekly stream-of-consciousness dialogues. As you may have discerned from listening, we do no preparation or use any manners or decorum to provide a fully improvised piece of comedy. Enjoy. We have been producing this weekly audio internet show, Static Radio, since November 25, 1998. Miles and I have recorded each week with only very minor interruptions over the last 25 years. Those were mostly personal tragedies, family members passing away, or losing your house to a fire, and one national tragedy on September 11, 2001. But other than those minor bumps each week Miles and I give the internet a 15 to 40-minute weekly comedy show about the strange and funny happenings in their lives. Although technology has changed drastically over the last 25 years, Miles and I have persevered week after week to bring a little levity to the world. Yes sometimes it can be quite bawdy, or even crass, but it is always an attempt to make each other laugh and hopefully make you, the audience, laugh as well. We lay bare our quirks, deficits, and all the things that make us human, but try to spin it humorously. https://www.staticradio.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, March 31, 2025
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - How Many Books Do You Need to Write to be an Author - How many podcast episodes to be a podcaster It only takes a single book to be an author - one book! Not a new book every week or every second week. Just one book and you are an author for the rest of your life! It also means that a single podcast episode makes you a podcaster - not a popular discussion in the podcasting space, but it is true! If the idea of starting your podcast is a future dream, I want you to consider making that dream a reality now with a single episode launched than a podcast that stays in your head and heart and never shared. One episode makes you a podcaster - let's start together now! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, March 31, 2025
Episode 403 - Curiosity Ignited - How Well-Crafted Questions Can Elevate Your Podcast Conversations To spark deeper conversations and connections with your podcast guests, crafting well-thought-out questions is crucial. Here are some strategies and examples to help you leverage better questions: Open-ended questions encourage guests to share detailed stories and insights, leading to more engaging dialogues For example: Instead of: "Did you face challenges while building your business?" Ask: "What were some of the most significant challenges you faced while building your business, and how did you overcome them?" This approach invites your guest to share their journey, insights, and experiences in their own unique way Thoroughly research your guest's background and recent projects. This allows you to ask more informed and personalized questions For example: "I noticed you recently worked on [specific project]. What was the most surprising thing you learned during that process?" This demonstrates your preparation and can lead to discussions about topics the guest may not often get to address Listen actively to your guest's responses and ask follow-up questions to go deeper with your guest For example: If a guest mentions a pivotal career moment, follow up with: "What was going through your mind at that moment?" or "How did that experience shape your approach to what you do today?" Ask questions that challenge common beliefs or encourage critical thinking For example: "What's a commonly held belief in your industry that you passionately disagree with, and why?" This type of question can lead to thought-provoking discussions and showcase your guest's expertise Include questions that reveal the guest's personality and experiences beyond their professional life For example: "What's something our listeners might not know about you?" "If you could give your 18-year-old self some advice, what would you say?" These questions can help create a more personal connection with your guest and audience Encourage your guest to reflect on their experiences and share valuable insights For example: "What's the most important lesson you've learned in your career so far?" "How has [specific event or experience] influenced your decisions since?" By asking these types of well-crafted questions, you can create a more dynamic, insightful, and engaging podcast interview that resonates with your audience and brings out the best in your guests. Hot Ones Clip https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzr
Fri, March 28, 2025
Episode 402 - CO-HOST - Brandon Leibowitz - SEO Optimizers - Target keywords and What your biggest opportunities are in SEO Hello, I’m Brandon Leibowitz, the founder and operator of SEO Optimizers. Our digital marketing company is dedicated to assisting small and medium-sized businesses in driving more online traffic, leading to increased clients, sales, and valuable leads. My journey in digital marketing began in 2007, right after I graduated from college with a degree in Business Marketing. My initial job involved managing the marketing aspects of an e-commerce website. Back then, I had limited digital marketing knowledge, and so did the company I worked for. I had no idea what I was doing and neither did they! I spent a lot of my time reading books, watching videos, talking to other marketers, reading blogs, joining digital marketing forums, etc. to learn as much as possible about this new type of marketing. During that time, both the company and I attended classes and workshops together, greatly benefiting from the shared knowledge. This experience has influenced me to personally teach SEO workshops as well. https://schema.org/ https://seooptimizers.com/ https://seooptimizers.com/gift/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, March 26, 2025
Episode 401 - CO-HOST - Caroline Hull - Host of Share, Strategize, & Shine, a holistic approach to podcast strategy My Story: From Dancer to Podcast Strategist and Consultant Caroline has nearly a decade of experience in podcasting and a rich background as a ballet dancer, choreographer, grants writer, SEO copywriter, and stationery designer. She brings a unique blend of creativity, marketing expertise, and strategic thinking to podcasting. Her approach emphasizes building strong relationships and nurturing connections, traits that have proven essential in helping business owners leverage their podcasts for tangible financial growth. Caroline's journey into podcasting marked a turning point in her life, transforming her from someone who once doubted her voice to a confident podcaster and strategist. She infuses this empowering experience into her coaching, offering each client a warm, supportive environment akin to sharing a cup of coffee. Outside of her professional life, Caroline is a dedicated homeschool mom to three daughters and a loving caretaker to her cats and dogs. She relishes her time in the mountains, delights in video gaming, movies, and learning about the world around her. As the host of "Share, Strategize & Shine" and the founder of the Strategize & Shine Membership, Caroline is committed to helping experienced women coaches and consultants amplify their influence and achieve success through strategic podcasting. Welcome to Share, Strategize, & Shine, hosted by me, Caroline Hull, podcast Strategist and CEO of Wild Home Podcasting. I share my years of podcasting experience, plus tips on how to create content that helps you stand out and shine, so you can grow your membership, one-to-one services and group programs through your podcast. Listen in each week to hear a holistic approach to podcast strategy: one that will integrate and simplify your entire marketing, sales, and community strategy, so that your podcast works for you, not the other way around! https://www.wildhomepodcasting.com/podcast https://www.wildhomepodcasting.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, March 24, 2025
E400 - CO-HOST - Mike Wiston from MowPod Shares His Free Tool for Podcasters and How MowMedia Can Help Podcasters Chartable is gone - now what? How about a free tool that gives you your Global Rankings for Apple's Top 200, how about email updates with rank position changes, how about new tools that are coming in the future? I sit down with Mike Wiston from his home in Japan to talk about this exciting platform that you need to go and check out today! mowPod is the largest driver of engaged listeners to many of the most prominent podcasts in the US. Need to grow your podcast audience with real, engaged listeners while meeting your growth goals against realistic KPIs? Look no further!mowPod works with many of the largest media and podcast brands out there. From the Oprah Winfrey Network to Warner Media Group and the Hubspot Podcast Network, the most well-known media brands trust mowPod to run its podcast growth advertising with white-glove treatment. We act like an agency but without the agency fees, and work with the clients to ensure all ads are on brand and effective in growing their audience.mowMedia brings the human element back to digital marketing. We cultivate one-to-one relationships with every advertiser and publisher in our network to ensure only the best opportunities, driving the most seamless user experience are presented to the most appropriate audiences. https://mowpod.com/ https://charts.mowpod.com/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, March 21, 2025
Episode 399 - The Power of the Pause to Make Your Podcast Better - Enhancing Your Podcast Communication The Power of the Pause: Enhancing Your Podcast Communication For podcasters looking to improve their communication skills, mastering the art of the pause can be a game-changer. By incorporating strategic silences into your speech, you can reduce filler words and create a more engaging listening experience. Benefits of Pausing Eliminates filler words: Pauses can replace "ums" and "ahs," making you sound more confident and in control Improves audience engagement: Short quiet moments grab attention and create excitement for what's coming next Enhances understanding: Pauses give listeners time to process information, especially for complex topics Adds emphasis: Strategic silences highlight important points, making them more memorable Types of Pauses for Podcasters Reflective Pause: Use this 3-7 second pause after sharing complex ideas to allow listeners to contemplate Effect Pause: A brief 1-2 second pause creates anticipation and lets words resonate Spontaneity Pause: This technique makes your content feel fresh and thoughtful, even if it's well-rehearsed Implementing Pauses in Your Podcast Practice mindful pausing: Before recording, take a moment to center yourself and set intentions for your episode Use pauses for transitions: Silence can signal a shift between topics, much like paragraphs in writing Embrace the "pregnant pause": Create suspense by pausing after thought-provoking statements or surprising facts Vary pause lengths: Mix short, medium, and long pauses to maintain a natural, conversational flow Remember, pauses aren't just empty space—they're powerful tools that can elevate your podcast's quality and impact. By mastering the art of the pause, you'll not only reduce filler words but also create a more polished, professional, and engaging podcast experience for your listeners.____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, March 19, 2025
Episode 398 - CO-HOST - Vic Turnbull - MIC's Podcast Club Online Community and Support For Podcasters Around The World Vic is a podcast producer and music geek and runs MIC media, her podcast production company. For a more up-to-date glance of what they get up to head to their website here . MIC media is a social enterprise that amplifies often underheard stories and voices. In 2022, MIC won the Silver Award in the Grassroots Production category at the Audio Production Awards and in the same year nominated for a Manchester Culture Award. MIC’s also received a nomination in the British Podcast Awards and the Manchester Publicity Awards (MPA). Also in 2022, Vic contributed to The Guardian and Third Sector news as a podcast specialist. In recognition of her achievements to date, Vic features in the Top 100 Women in Social Enterprise List 2022 (WISE 100, Natwest and Pioneers Post), was nominated as the ‘Social Impact Star’ at the Inspiring Women Changemakers Awards (2019), is recognised as a role-model on the prestigious Northern Power Women Future List 2017. In 2019 she was awarded a place on the competitive School for Social Entrepreneurs and Lloyds Bank start-up business development programme. Originally and proudly from Sheffield, Vic decided that after her GCSE’s, she was done with the formalities of education, and went down a more vocational route, from a National Diploma in Media Production at College, to then graduating with HND in the same subject from Salford Uni. Vic’s been an honorary Manc for eighteen years and now her accent is a hybrid Lancashire / Yorkshire, super Northern one. She’s a massive advocate of the power of informal learning, DIY approaches and talent as routes to success and amplifying underrepresented voices. MIC's (virtual/in-person) Podcast Club for global podcasters What we’re about Helpful and supportive regular online and in-person get-togethers
Mon, March 17, 2025
Episode 397 - CO-HOST - Jeffrey Dwoskin - Stampede.Social, Is Social Media Still Important for a Podcast, Interviewing Famous Guests Born in the suburbs of Detroit Jeffrey Lawerence Dwoskin grew up in Farmington Hills, Michigan. Jeff Dwoskin is an award-winning Comedian. He was the prestigious winner of the Dick Purtan Comedy Showcase and has appeared in numerous festivals. As Host of 'Classic Conversations' Jeff fuses his passions of comedy, trending topics, pop culture, and all things social media into an ear-pleasing show with amazing guests from the worlds of comedy, acting, and social media! Podcast: Classic Conversations with Jeff Dwoskin Take a deep dive into pop nostalgia with us! Pop culture influencers, TV stars, film actors, comedians, and musicians share inspirational stories about the road to success. Insightful conversations that are part comedy/part drama and are always entertaining! With your host, comedian, Jeff Dwoskin. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3821708/ https://www.stampede.social/ https://jeffisfunny.com/
Bonus · Sat, March 15, 2025
Podcasthon.org 2025 - Humane World - The Humane Society Charity and Why We Support Them As long standing supporters of our local Humane Society, we wanted to feature this charity as our recommendation for oour invlovement in Podasthon.org's 2025 feature this week. Podcasthon is the world’s largest podcast charity initiative, bringing together podcasters globally to raise awareness for charitable causes. Behind this growing movement are two visionary co-founders: Jérémie Mani and Yves Delnatte . Jérémie Mani is a French entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the digital industry. Before dedicating himself entirely to Podcasthon, Jérémie built and sold two successful companies in email marketing and content moderation. After moving to Canada in 2020, during the COVID-19 pandemic, he began reflecting on how he could use his skills to make a meaningful impact. Rather than launching another business, he wanted to create something that would mobilize thousands of people for a greater cause . That’s where Podcasthon was born—a volunteer-driven initiative aimed at uniting the power of podcasting with the needs of charities. Yves Delnatte is a seasoned entrepreneur and investor with a rich background in business development. He has founded and led multiple ventures across various industries, bringing a wealth of experience to the table. Yves’s journey has been marked by a commitment to leveraging business as a force for good, which naturally led him to co-found Podcasthon alongside Jérémie. His vision is to harness the intimacy and authenticity of podcasts to drive awareness for important causes, creating a global ripple effect of positive change. Traditional fundraising methods like charity galas, marathons, and auctions have their limits. They often require large budgets, exclusive access, or short-lived engagement. Meanwhile, charities around the world struggle to reach new audiences and create long-term connections. Podcasthon started in 2023 with 300 French-speaking podcasters. It grew to over 400 in 2024 and is now expanding worldwide. Our dream? To see Podcasthon become a global tradition , uniting thousands of podcasters in dozens of languages each year. We believe that “podcasting for good” should be more than a buzzword. It should be a movement. By leveraging technology, storytelling, and community engagement, we hope to inspire millions of listeners to care, to act, and to make a difference —one podcast at a time. https://donate.humaneworld.org/page/160655/donate <a href="https://www.humaneworld.org/" target="_bl
Fri, March 14, 2025
Episode 396 - CO-HOST - Roger Heathers - Podcast Editor, Musical Tips For Podcasters and Hiring An Editor Roger joins as our very first guest on the Podcast Editing and Support Show - Roger has moved from listener to guest! So glad to have him here! We blend our love for music and our love for podcast editing into a conversation geared towards you and your podcast journey! A study by Pacific Content (2019) found that about 50% of podcasts stop after just three episodes. Outsourcing your editing can make it way easier to keep your podcast going. If you're not familiar with the process, don't worry—it’s simple! Once your episode is recorded, just send your Riverside, Google Drive, or WeTransfer link to Sustain, and you'll receive a polished, mastered WAV file ready for upload to your hosting platform. We’re happy to guide beginners through hosting and file transfer, too. Hi, I'm Roger, a freelance podcast editor based in Devon, UK. Since 2019, I’ve had the privilege of editing over 100 podcasts and more than 1,000 episodes. I’ve also worked with leading companies in the podcasting community, including The Podcast Collective, The Podcast Doctors, and Claricast. Roger's editing business for podcasters https://sustainpodcastediting.com/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, March 12, 2025
Episode 395 - CO-HOST - Coffee with Steph Fuccio - The Future of Podcasting, A.I. and Meeting With Other Podcasters One of the kindest, most giving and caring voices in podcasting joins the show today to talk about podcasting from her perspective! As a trusted voice in podcasting, Steph Fuccio serves the podcasting community with trusted advice and guidance for podcasters around the world - it is a joy to have her here on the show with us! Steph can help you develop a sane podcast workflow for: -an audio podcast - a YouTube video podcasts (and YouTube shorts) -a podcast newsletter About Steph: Empirical evidence of my obsession and experience in the podcast space: U.S. and global podcasting knowledge : years of experience collaborating with and interviewing people using online media to grow their project globally. Some spaces I've been a part of are: International Podcast Day, Podfest, The Podcast Show London. Interviewed folks in these project: AI and Podcasting, Podcast To Connect, Geopats, Global Podcast Editors, Podcast Review Day. Speaker at various podcasting events such as Podfest AI Summit (April 2024), International Podcast Day and Indie PodCon Industry expertise : Steph has been interviewed for the book Podcasting in a Platform Age , has been interviewed on numerous podcasts such as Podbean's Podcasting Smarter , Castos' Audience , Podcasting People , Adventures in Podcasting and more. Always up to dat e on the podcasting industry: knowledge about who’s doing what, what’s changing, opportunities you should tap into, future proofing. This includes deep knowledge of podcasting on YouTube, growing expertise on ChatGPT, etc. Perspective as an independent podcaster and enthusiastic, engaged podcast listener Podcast editing experience : Have used multiple DAWs (editing software) and even helped <a href="https://www.
Bonus · Mon, March 10, 2025
Podpacer.com, New Podcaster AI Tool Episode Coming Soon and A Free Roast Your Show Tool - Daily Dave - Podcast Tips Coming soon to the How To Podcast Series, Slobodan Manic from Podpacer will be on to talk about this new service for podcasters! Podpacer is the best way to handle your podcast. Manage your guests, research and plan your interviews, all in one place. https://www.podpacer.com/ https://www.podpacer.com/roast-my-podcast/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, March 10, 2025
Episode 394 - Podcast Tip - How to Embrace Vulnerability and Genuine Storytelling as a Podcaster Embracing Vulnerability and Genuine Storytelling Vulnerability can be a powerful tool in podcast storytelling: Share personal experiences: Opening up about your own journey can create deeper connections with listeners Acknowledge challenges: Be honest about obstacles you've faced in your podcasting journey Ask questions: Show curiosity and humility by seeking input from your audience and fellow podcasters Create a narrative structure: Organize your episodes with a clear beginning, middle, and end to enhance storytelling Remember, vulnerability doesn't mean oversharing. It's about being authentic and relatable in a way that resonates with your audience Want to go deeper? Check out this article: https://www.creativebrief.com/bite/trend/guest-trend/why-vulnerability-is-the-new-strength-in-brand-storytelling ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, March 07, 2025
Episode 393 - The Wizard of Oz Characteristics That All Podcasters Should Exibit for Their Listeners The main characters from The Wizard of Oz movie and their quests for completeness offer interesting parallels to the characteristics of an effective podcaster: Dorothy - Seeking Home: Dorothy's quest to return home reflects a podcaster's need to find their authentic voice and niche. Just as Dorothy discovers her inner strength, a successful podcaster must develop their unique perspective and personality. This authenticity helps create a connection with listeners, making them feel "at home" with the content. Scarecrow - Seeking a Brain: The Scarecrow's desire for intelligence mirrors a podcaster's need for knowledge and preparation. Like a well-prepared host, an effective podcaster should always be researching topics, understanding their audience, and staying informed about their subject matter. This ensures they can provide valuable, well-thought-out content to their listeners. Tin Woodman - Seeking a Heart: The Tin Woodman's quest for a heart parallels a podcaster's need for empathy and emotional connection. A great podcaster must be able to connect with their audience on an emotional level, showing compassion and understanding. This helps create a sense of humanity in their content, making it more relatable and engaging for listeners. Cowardly Lion - Seeking Courage: The Cowardly Lion's search for courage reflects a podcaster's need for confidence and authenticity. Successful podcasters must be brave enough to share their true selves, opinions, and experiences. This courage allows them to tackle challenging topics, ask tough questions, and create compelling content that resonates with their audience. The Wizard - Revealing the Truth: The Wizard's revelation as an ordinary man behind a facade relates to a podcaster's need for transparency and honesty. Like the Wizard, podcasters should be genuine with their audience, admitting when they don't have all the answers and being open about their own learning process. This honesty builds trust and credibility with listeners. In conclusion, just as the characters in The Wizard of Oz discover that they possessed their desired qualities all along, successful podcasters often find that the key to their success lies in developing and showcasing their inherent strengths, authenticity, and passion for their chosen topics.___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Wed, March 05, 2025
Episode 392 - 92 Beats Per Minute, Pacing Your Words When You Speak - Are Your Podcast Listeners Keeping Up With You Importance of a Listenable SpeedHaving a listenable speed when speaking in public, on stage, or in a podcast is crucial for several reasons: Speaking Too Slow : Boredom : Listeners may lose interest if the pace is too slow, as it can make the content seem dull or unengaging. Disengagement : The audience might start thinking about other things, reducing their focus on the speaker's message Speaking Too Fast : Confusion : Rapid speech can make it difficult for listeners to follow the message, leading to confusion or misunderstanding. Overwhelm : If the pace is too fast, listeners might feel overwhelmed, which can result in them tuning out or losing interest Achieving a Pleasing Speed To ensure a pleasing speed, it's essential to practice varying your pace according to the content and audience. Using pauses strategically can also enhance engagement and comprehension Recording yourself and listening back can help identify areas where your pace might need adjustment to better engage your audience Sources: https://www.vipprotocol.ca/resources/find-your-flow-the-ideal-speaking-pace https://www.voiceovers.com/blog/how-many-words-per-minute-voice-over Resource: A List of songs by beats per minute (bpm) https://cs.uwaterloo.ca/~dtompkin/music/bpm/92.html ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Mon, March 03, 2025
Episode 391 - Speak with Confidence - Reducing Upspeak for More Impactful Podcasting Reducing Upspeak in Podcasting: Tips for Clearer Communication Upspeak, or uptalk, is a common speech pattern where sentences end with a rising inflection, making them sound like questions. This can undermine authority and clarity in podcasting. Here are some strategies to help you reduce your dependence on upspeak: Understanding Upspeak Definition: Upspeak involves ending sentences with a rising pitch, similar to asking a question Impact: It can make you sound uncertain or less authoritative, which is particularly important for podcasters aiming to establish credibility Techniques to Reduce Upspeak Practice Downspeak: End sentences with a falling tone: This conveys confidence and certainty. Try practicing by placing an arrow at the end of each sentence in your script to remind you to drop your tone Over-practice: Exaggerate the falling tone initially to get comfortable with it. Record and Review: Listen to your own recordings to identify instances of upspeak. Reflect on how you can improve your intonation in future episodes. Seek Feedback: Ask listeners or fellow podcasters for feedback on your speaking style. Use constructive criticism to adjust your delivery. Vocal Exercises: Engage in vocal warm-ups that help you control your pitch and tone. Practice speaking with authority by using assertive language and tone. Mindful Speech: Be aware of your speech patterns during conversations and try to adjust them in real-time. Use pauses effectively to add emphasis and clarity. Additional Tips for Podcasters Scripting: Write your script with clear sentence structures to help you maintain a consistent tone. Practice Sessions: Record practice sessions before going live to refine your delivery. Confidence Building: Work on building your confidence as a speaker. The more comfortable you are with your content, the less likely you are to use upspeak. By implementing these strategies, you can reduce your reliance on upspeak and enhance your authority and clarity as a podcaster.___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Fri, February 28, 2025
Episode 390 - CO-HOST - Corinna Dunn - The Melanin Wellness Podcast, Black Voices in Podcasting Welcome to the Melanin Wellness Podcast, your go-to destination for all things health, beauty, and empowerment for people of color! The Melanin Wellness PodcastMelanin Wellness is more than just a podcast; it's a celebration of diversity, resilience, and self-love. We believe that wellness should be accessible to everyone, and here, we aim to provide a platform where we can share knowledge, inspire positive change, and uplift our communities. https://corinna-dunn.square.site/ https://pod.link/1608716592 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Wed, February 26, 2025
Episode 389 - Behind the Mic Mini Series - Developing Quiet Confidence Behind the Microphone Developing Quiet Confidence Behind the Microphone Building confidence as a podcast host takes time and practice: Invest in quality equipment: A good microphone can significantly improve your sound quality and boost your confidence Prepare thoroughly: Know your content well to reduce anxiety and increase confidence Visualize success: Before recording, mentally walk through a successful podcast episode Use positive self-talk: Encourage yourself and focus on your strengths Materials I referenced: https://weeditpodcasts.com/how-can-i-increase-my-confidence-on-the-mic/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, February 24, 2025
Episode 388 - Behind the Mic Mini Series - Part 4 - Understanding Your Authentic Podcasting Voice Developing your authentic podcasting voice is crucial for creating a connection with your audience. To find your unique voice: Be yourself: Don't try to imitate other podcasters. Authenticity attracts and retains listeners Practice speaking naturally: Record yourself talking about a topic without a script to identify your natural rhythm Embrace your quirks: Your unique way of explaining things, signature catchphrases, or distinct laugh can become memorable elements of your show Remember, your podcast voice isn't just about how you sound—it's about your personality, delivery style, and how you engage with listeners For more, check out: https://soundconcepts.substack.com/p/how-to-find-your-unique-podcast-voice ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, February 21, 2025
A New Online Magazine Instead of a Newsletter, Canadian Podcaster - Daily Dave - Podcast Tips Thanks for checking out our very first Canadian Podcaster Online Magazine. I am the host of multiple podcasts, I believe that we need to build out community for our podcast listeners and with our fellow canadian podcasters. I host regular podcaster meetups on Meetup.com for podcasters just like you, I host the how to podcast series and I created canadian podcaster to be a new voice in canada shining a light on canadian voices. With the renewed focus on bolstering our canadian identify and pride as of late, I felt the need to create a free podcast resource for independent canadian podcasters. I want to place the focus on you - on your show, on your efforts on your story. I would love to hear from you, and to feature you in an upcoming edition, reach out, let’s connect. Please share this online magazine with a canadian content creator in your province or territory! https://canadianpodcaster.com/ https://truemediasolutions.ca/canadian-podcaster
Fri, February 21, 2025
Episode 387 - Behind the Mic Mini Series - Part 3 - Creating an Immersive Audio Experience Creating an immersive audio experience in podcasting is a powerful way to engage listeners and elevate your storytelling. Here's how you can leverage various audio techniques to enhance your podcast:Creating an Immersive Audio ExperienceCapture Real Environments Record in different locations to capture authentic sounds that transport listeners to the scene. This could be a busy street, a quiet forest, or a specific event venue. Use Surrounding SoundsAdd depth to your podcast by using sounds from all directions. This makes listeners feel like they're right there with you. Leveraging Sound Design to Enhance StorytellingSet the Mood Use background music and ambient sounds to create the right emotional atmosphere. For example, suspenseful music can build tension, while calming music can create a reflective mood. Guide the StoryUse sound cues to help listeners follow along. This could be a sound effect to signal a new topic or a transition. Using Music and Sound Effects StrategicallyKeep it Simple Don't overdo it with sound effects. A few well-placed sounds can be more effective than constant noise. Use sound effects to emphasize important parts of your story. For instance, a "ding" sound could signal a new topic. Create a BrandDevelop a unique intro and outro music that listeners will associate with your podcast. Highlight Key MomentsCreating a Sense of "Being There" for ListenersRecord on Location Capture real sounds from the places you're talking about. This helps listeners feel like they're experiencing the story firsthand. Use a combination of sounds to create vivid pictures in listeners' minds. For example, if describing a busy city, include sounds of traffic, crowds, and street performers. Use close-up recording techniques to make listeners feel like they're right next to you, experiencing the story personally. Build Vivid ScenesIntimate PerspectiveBy using these techniques, you can create a podcast that not only informs but also immerses your listeners, making your content more engaging and memorable. Dave making commericals in Audacity https://youtu.be/PhCsKKbPChM The Daily Santa Podcast https://pod.link/1655958166 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Wed, February 19, 2025
Episode 386 - Behind the Mic Mini Series - Part 2 - Crafting Compelling Stories as a Podcaster Crafting Compelling Stories Crafting compelling stories is at the heart of engaging podcasting. Here are some strategies to enhance your storytelling: Identify Relatable Themes : Focus on stories that resonate with your audience's experiences or interests. This could be personal struggles, triumphs, or insights that listeners can connect with emotionally Use Descriptive Language : Incorporate vivid descriptions and sensory details to bring your stories to life. This helps listeners visualize and immerse themselves in the narrative Structure Your Story : Ensure your story has a clear beginning, middle, and end. This structure helps maintain listener engagement and provides a satisfying conclusion Leverage Sound Design : Use music, sound effects, and ambient noise to enhance the emotional impact and atmosphere of your story. Sound design can elevate the listening experience, making it more immersive Finding Your Unique Voice Your unique voice is what sets your podcast apart and builds a loyal audience. Here’s how to find and cultivate it: Know Your Audience : Understand who your listeners are and what they respond to. Tailor your tone and style to resonate with them Experiment with Styles : Try different tones, recording techniques, and editing software to find what works best for you. Feedback from others can be invaluable in refining your voice Authenticity is Key : Be true to yourself. Avoid mimicking others; instead, develop a voice that reflects your personality and brand Balancing Fact and Fiction in Storytelling Balancing fact and fiction is crucial, especially in genres like true crime or historical narratives. Here are some tips: Transparency : Clearly distinguish between factual information and creative liberties taken for narrative purposes. This maintains credibility and trust with your audience Research Thoroughly : Ensure that any factual elements are well-researched and accurate. This supports the narrative and enhances its impact Respect the Subject Matter : Be mindful of the sensitivity of the topics you cover, especially when dealing with real-life tragedies or personal stories Incorporating Personal Anecdotes Effectively Personal anecdotes can make your stories more relatable and engaging. Here’s how to incorporate them effectively: Relevance : Ensure that your personal stories are relevant to the topic or lesson you're conveying. This helps maintain listener interest and reinforces the message Authenticity</stron
Bonus · Tue, February 18, 2025
Be A Less Annoying Dave When Hosting Your Next Podcast Guest - Daily Dave - Podcast Tips Talking over a guest with verbal affirmations is not a best practice for podcasters for several reasons: It disrupts the flow of conversation and can interrupt the guest's train of thought . This can lead to a disjointed interview and potentially cause the guest to lose their momentum or forget important points they wanted to make. Constant verbal affirmations can create unnecessary audio clutter that is difficult to edit out later . This can result in a lower quality final product and more time-consuming post-production work. Overuse of verbal affirmations can make the host appear inattentive or insincere . Instead of actively listening, the host may come across as simply waiting for their turn to speak or filling silence out of discomfort. It can make the guest feel uncomfortable or unheard . When a host frequently interrupts with affirmations, it may give the impression that they are not fully engaged with what the guest is saying. Verbal affirmations can interfere with the audience's ability to fully absorb the guest's message. Listeners may find it distracting and struggle to follow the conversation. Instead of using verbal affirmations, podcasters should practice active listening, use non-verbal cues like nodding, and allow for natural pauses in the conversation This approach creates a more engaging and professional podcast experience for both the guest and the audience. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Mon, February 17, 2025
Episode 385 - Behind the Mic Mini Series - Part 1 - How to Be Real and Relatable as a Podcaster Likeability is crucial in podcasting because it determines whether your audience will stay engaged and return to your show. Hosts who are likeable create a stronger connection with their listeners, transforming casual audiences into loyal fans Key Aspects of Podcast LikeabilityBeing AuthenticThe most fundamental trait of a likeable podcast host is authenticity. Listeners want to hear the real you, not a manufactured persona. As one source notes, "You just being you is what makes an audience like you and makes your show memorable" Your unique quirks and genuine personality are what truly attract listeners. Emotional Connection A likeable host goes beyond just delivering content - they create an emotional experience. The key is to make your audience feel something, whether it's laughter, inspiration, or empathy. One podcast expert highlighted that "If you can make someone laugh or cry then you'll go viral" Practical Strategies for Likeability Passion and Approachability Be passionate about your content Use warm body language Smile and appear open to interaction Treat your audience as equals Storytelling Storytelling is a powerful tool for connection. A great host uses stories to persuade, influence, and engage listeners at a deeper level By sharing personal narratives, you make your content more relatable and memorable. The Impact of Likeability Research suggests that likeability isn't just a nice-to-have - it's fundamental to success. Without likability, podcasters will struggle to get their voice heard, which can limit both personal and professional opportunities Interestingly, even technical aspects like audio quality can influence perceived likeability. A 2018 study found that poor audio can make listeners perceive a speaker as less intelligent and less likable Remember: Your audience comes for the content, but they stay because of you - the host. Your warmth, authenticity, and ability to connect will transform listeners into a loyal community. Sources: https://www.artofmanliness.com/people/social-skills/popularity-likability/ https://omny.fm/shows/the-podcaster-s-podcast/152-tpp https://magneticspeaking.com/5-traits-of-exceptionally-likable-presenters/ <a href="https://johnmurphyinternational.com/podcast/being-liked-is-important-really/" target="_blank" rel="u
Fri, February 14, 2025
Episode 384 - A Lesson, A Story and Why You Should Include Both in Your Next Podcast Episode The idea that we should share a lesson without a story and not share a story without a lesson highlights the importance of integrating meaningful educational content into narratives. This concept is particularly relevant in podcasting, where storytelling is a powerful tool for engaging audiences and conveying information. Here's how this principle applies to podcasting, along with practical thoughts on the interplay between lessons and stories: Lessons Without Stories In podcasting, a lesson without a story can be delivered through informative content that focuses on conveying information directly. Stories Without Lessons Sharing a story without a lesson can be entertaining but lacks depth and educational value. Interplay Between Lessons and Stories The most effective podcasts often combine both lessons and stories to create engaging and educational content. Here’s how this interplay works: Engagement : Stories make lessons more engaging and memorable. By embedding educational content within a narrative, podcasts can capture listeners' attention and retain it more effectively. Emotional Connection : Stories create an emotional connection with the audience, making the lessons more relatable and impactful. This connection enhances the learning experience and encourages listeners to reflect on the information presented. Contextualization : Stories provide context for lessons, helping listeners understand the relevance and application of the information. This contextualization makes the content more accessible and applicable to real-life situations. Retention : When lessons are presented through stories, they are more likely to be remembered. The narrative structure helps listeners recall key points and insights more effectively than dry, factual presentations. Practical Thoughts for Podcasting Plan Your Content : Before recording, plan how you will integrate lessons into your stories. Consider what educational points you want to convey and how they can be naturally woven into the narrative. Use Mentor Podcasts : Listen to podcasts that effectively combine lessons and stories, such as Radiolab or Hidden Brain . Analyze how they structure their content to engage and educate listeners. Engage Your Audience : Encourage interaction by asking questions or inviting feedback. This can help reinforce the lessons and make the storytelling more participatory. Reflect and Adapt : After each episode, reflect on how effectively you conveyed the lessons through your stories. Use feedback to adapt your approach for future episodes. By integrating lessons into
Wed, February 12, 2025
Episode 383 - CO-HOST - Darla Ridilla - You Have the Power - The Road to Recovery from Trauma and Narcissistic Abuse You Have the Power: The Road to Recovery from Trauma and Narcissistic Abuse is a transformative podcast dedicated to empowering women on their healing journeys. Hosted by Darla, a certified somatic trauma-informed coach and relationship expert, the podcast offers insightful conversations, expert advice, and practical tools for overcoming the pain of trauma and toxic relationships. Each episode is a safe space to explore topics like self-worth, emotional healing, and reclaiming personal power, providing listeners with the inspiration and guidance they need to rebuild their lives and embrace their true potential. Helping Women Fall Back In Love With Themselves to Attract Their Dream Partner Darla is a certified somatic trauma-informed coach, relationship expert, and podcaster with lived experience in overcoming narcissistic abuse. Her own healing journey from trauma and toxic relationships has fueled her passion for helping women reclaim their power and find fulfillment in their lives and relationships. By focusing on the nervous system, Darla guides clients to process past trauma, rebuild self-worth, and embrace their personal strength.listen here: https://pod.link/1761735883 https://www.highvaluewoman.info/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Mon, February 10, 2025
Episode 382 - The Podcast Editing and Support Show - Hiring Podcast Support Based on Fit When hiring a podcast team, fit is indeed a crucial factor that can make or break the success of your show. Just as in a band, the chemistry and cohesion of your podcast team can significantly impact the quality of your output and the overall experience of creating content. Importance of Fit in Podcast Team Selection Beyond Technical Skills While technical proficiency is essential, it's not the sole determining factor. A podcast producer should possess a combination of technical skills, creative mindset, and strong communication abilities 1 . However, these skills must be balanced with their ability to integrate well with your existing team and work culture. Cultural Alignment Look for team members whose values and work ethic align with your podcast's mission and style. This alignment ensures that everyone is working towards the same goals and can collaborate effectively Personality and Teamwork Consider how potential team members interact during the interview process. Are they good listeners? Do they show respect for others' ideas? These traits are crucial for maintaining a positive and productive work environment, especially in the collaborative nature of podcast production Assessing Fit During Recruitment Practical Tests Incorporate hands-on assessments into your hiring process. For example, have candidates edit a short audio clip or propose ideas for episode topics. This approach not only evaluates their technical skills but also gives insight into their creative process and how they handle feedback Behavioral Interviews Use behavioral interview questions to understand how candidates handle pressure, collaborate with others, and respond to feedback. These insights are crucial for determining how they might perform in your team's specific environment Trial Periods Consider implementing trial periods or project-based assignments before making a full-time commitment. This allows you to assess how well the candidate integrates with your team and workflow Building a Cohesive Team Clear Expectations Set clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations for each team member. This clarity helps prevent misunderstandings and ensures everyone knows their part in the podcast production process Fostering Collaboration Create an environment that encourages open communication and idea-sharing. This collaborative culture can lead to innovative content and a more enjoyable work experience for all team members Continuous Feedback Regularly check in with your team members to ensure they're feeling fulfilled in their roles and to address any concerns promptly. This ongoing communication helps maintain a positive team dynamic and allows for a
Fri, February 07, 2025
Episode 381 - CO-HOST - Brandy Whalen - Kitcaster, Three Words - Three Stories, How to be a better Guest and Podcast Host Brandy Whalen Co-Founder at Kitcaster What connects humans? Stories. Whether you are watching a Netflix series, reading a book, listening to a podcast, or sitting with a relative, there is a common thread that draws us in — a great story. We all have a story but have a difficult time stringing it together. Brandy Whalen is the co-founder of Kitcaster, a podcast booking agency and resident story craft guru. Her passion is to help people quilt together patches of their personal, professional, and visionary journey to create a compelling story. Kitcaster, founded in September 2019, is a podcast booking agency based in Denver, Colorado serving founders and CEOs of emergent and enterprise businesses. Kitcaster specializes in booking highly relevant podcast interviews based on your unique ideal outcomes. Kitcaster delivers an unparalleled customer experience. Kitcaster is a high-touch, white-glove, done-for-you service. Kitcaster’s onboarding “kits” include a discovery session to qualify audience and outcomes as well as a complimentary media kit. They represent the people behind the brands that are destined to change the world. https://kitcaster.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Wed, February 05, 2025
Episode 380 - CO-HOST - Brandon Neely - Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast - From Coffee to Delivering Hope in Finances There are a lot of financial podcasts. Most of them repeat the same advice: Limit your spending, make a budget, invest in the stock market. But the future is uncertain. You never know when financial emergencies or changes in the economy will eat up your earnings. It’s overwhelming and stressful. And even if you act on every piece of advice, you might still feel like you should be further along and closer to your goals. That’s why many step away from conventional financial thinking: It doesn’t help them build long-term wealth or a lifestyle they love. The better alternative? Wealth wisdom! Wealth wisdom isn’t one-size-fits-all advice, but timeless principles that show you how to build the wealth you want for your dream lifestyle—whether you’re an employee or a business owner. The Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast shows you how to build wealth in all areas of life and business and goes way beyond financial wealth. Hosts Brandon Neely and Amanda Neely, CFP® are pumped to be your allies as you expand your financial confidence to stand the tests of time. On the Wealth Wisdom Financial Podcast you will discover: - How a banker’s mindset can help you be profitable in any economy - How to defeat financial confusion, haphazardness, anxiety, overwhelm, and stress - How to start a profit habit that ends entrepreneurial poverty - And much much more all grounded in the wisdom of the ages May you live long and profit. listen here https://pod.link/1430092759 https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandon-neely/ https://wealthwisdomfp.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Bonus · Tue, February 04, 2025
mowPod Charts Launches as a Forever-Free Tool for Tracking Podcasts Rankings - Daily Dave - Podcast Tips mowPod Charts Launches as a Forever-Free Tool for Tracking Apple Podcasts RankingsPress Release · Simsbury, CT, USA · February 4, 2025 mowPod, the largest podcast audience growth platform in the US, Canada, and UK, is excited to announce the launch of mowPod Charts , a forever-free tool that provides unparalleled insight into Apple Podcasts chart rankings. Designed to fill the gap left by the recent sunsetting of Chartable, mowPod Charts offers podcasters, networks, and agencies an easy, no-strings-attached solution to track current and historic placements without any cost or sign-up requirements. “We want podcasters to have full visibility into not only the performance of their own shows, but shows like theirs and those they admire and aspire to be like,” said Mike Wiston, CEO and Founder of mowPod. “This launch is an incredible first step toward that goal, and we’ve built this platform exactly the way we would use a chart tracking tool for our own podcasts. I can’t wait to hear the feedback from the industry — and this is only the beginning!” mowPod Charts offers a host of powerful features, including: Real-Time and Historic Rankings: View current and past placements on Apple Podcasts charts. Search, Favorite, and List Creation: Easily find podcasts, save them to favorites, and organize them into a custom list. Daily Email Notifications: Stay up to date on rank changes and new releases for any show. Category and Country Browsing: Discover rankings across multiple categories and regions. Visual Episode Release Integration: Track how chart positions correlate with episode release schedules. All of these benefits come with zero barriers — users can start tracking immediately without signing up or sharing personal information. mowPod also wants your feedback on features you’d like to see, so be sure to email their team at charts@mowpod.com with suggestions. Planned Future Enhancements Following this launch, mowPod Charts will continue to innovate with planned features, all for free, such as: Spotify Chart Tracking Customizable Report Exports Detailed On-Page Tips Trend Analysis With these forthcoming capabilities, mowPod Charts is positioning itself as the premier no-cost resource for podcasters and marketers looking to gain deeper insights into their podcast performance. To see where your podcast stacks up or to explore the platform’s full functionality, visit: <a href="https://charts.mowpod.com/?utm_source=podnews.net&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=podnews.net
Mon, February 03, 2025
Episode 379 - Your Podcast, Their Home - Transforming a Passive Audience into a Vibrant Community Building a strong community around your podcast is crucial for its success and longevity. Here's why creating space for audience engagement and fostering feedback loops is so important: The Power of Audience Self-IdentificationWhen listeners self-identify as part of your podcast community, it creates a sense of belonging and loyalty. This has several benefits: Increased engagement: Listeners who feel part of a community are more likely to interact with your content regularly Word-of-mouth promotion: Engaged listeners are more likely to share your podcast with others, expanding your reach Stronger parasocial relationships: Listeners form stronger connections with hosts when they feel part of a community, leading to higher retention rates The Benefits of Feedback LoopsImplementing feedback loops in your podcast strategy can significantly enhance your show's quality and audience satisfaction: Continuous improvement: Audience feedback helps identify areas for enhancement in your content and delivery Enhanced trust: Actively seeking and responding to feedback builds trust with your audience Audience-driven content: Feedback loops ensure your content remains relevant and valuable to your listeners Crisis management: In challenging times, feedback loops provide real-time insights into audience sentiment and needs Creating Safe and Interactive SpacesBringing listeners together in a dedicated space offers numerous advantages: Foster connections: A dedicated community space allows listeners to connect with each other, enhancing their overall experience Increased loyalty: When listeners feel part of a community, they're more likely to remain loyal to your podcast Valuable insights: Interactive spaces provide a wealth of information about your audience's preferences and needs Content inspiration: Discussions within your community can spark ideas for future episodes Monetization opportunities: A engaged community opens up possibilities for sponsorships and other revenue streams By prioritizing community building, implementing feedback loops, and creating safe spaces for interaction, you're not just producing a podcast – you're cultivating a loyal and engaged audience that will support your show's growth and success in the long term. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Bonus · Sat, February 01, 2025
Question of the Month January 2025 - Your Podcast Goal For 2025 - Your Responses What is Dave Beckemeyer's Podcast Goal for 2025? Welcome to the Outrage Overload Podcast I’m your host, David Beckemeyer. Tired of media outrage? Discover how outrage media fuels political polarization and stress. Join us for expert insights, balanced discussions, and practical strategies to reduce outrage, improve mental health, and foster civil discourse. https://outrageoverload.net/ We are taking a break in February with the Question of the Month - responses have dropped down significantly - if you want this featured podcast to return in March of 2025 please let me know, and please participate!___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Fri, January 31, 2025
Episode 378 - The Future of Findability - Preparing Your Podcast for Generative Search - SEO vs GEO As podcasters adapt to the evolving landscape of search technology, understanding the differences between Search Engine Optimization (SEO) and Generative Engine Optimization (GEO) is crucial. Here's how podcasters can prepare for the shift towards large language model searches: SEO vs GEO: Key Differences Focus and Target SEO targets traditional search engines like Google, optimizing for keyword-based rankings. GEO focuses on AI-driven platforms like ChatGPT and Google AI Overviews, prioritizing conversational and contextual content. Content Structure SEO relies on keyword optimization and technical factors like meta tags and backlinks. GEO emphasizes creating high-quality, authoritative content that AI can easily synthesize and integrate into comprehensive answers. User Intent SEO matches keywords to user queries. GEO anticipates user intent more accurately, providing nuanced and contextually relevant responses. Strategies for Podcasters in the GEO Era Optimize Transcripts : Create detailed, well-structured transcripts of your podcast episodes. This text-based content is crucial for AI systems to understand and reference your material. Enhance Show Notes : Develop comprehensive show notes that include key points, quotes, and timestamps. This structured information helps AI engines quickly extract relevant content. Create Companion Blog Posts : Write in-depth articles that expand on podcast topics, providing additional context and information that AI can use to generate responses. Use Clear, Conversational Language : Craft content in a natural, conversational tone that aligns with how people ask questions to AI assistants. Incorporate Authoritative Sources : Include citations, statistics, and references from reputable sources to boost the credibility of your content in AI-generated responses. Structured Data Markup : Implement schema markup to help AI systems better understand the context and structure of your podcast content. Focus on Episodic Themes : Organize your podcast content around clear themes or topics, making it easier for AI to categorize and retrieve relevant information. What Remains the Same Quality Content : Both SEO and GEO prioritize high-quality, valuable content. User Experience : The ultimate goal is still to provide useful information to your audience. Continuous Adaptation : Both strategies require ongoing adjustments to align with evolving technologies and user behaviors. <
Bonus · Wed, January 29, 2025
To the Students of York House School, Podcasting and the Next Generation - Daily Dave - Podcast Tips Welcome to York House SchoolThe future that our students are graduating into will look vastly different to our world today. It's a future that demands education go beyond academics. And it demands a school that fosters creativity, builds character, and inspires a love of learning. Where ideas are born, knowledge thrives, and lasting connections are made. York House is that school. Here, we're purposeful about ensuring every girl feels supported and empowered. We celebrate each student's educational journey with our talented faculty guiding them along the way. We offer a rigorous and rewarding learning experience that prepares students to be bold, ethical leaders in a rapidly changing world. Our community is small. But that’s part of the magic. We get to know each other well and our students are seen and known for who they are. Our families are engaged in the life of our school, and we deeply appreciate their commitment to making our community stronger. Our students, families, faculty, staff, and 4000+ alums are vibrant and connected, representing our motto, "Not for Ourselves Alone," within the city and beyond, across the globe. Ours is an exciting learning community where, since 1932, tradition meets innovation, and every day is an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference. I invite you to be a part of it! Want to learn more? See our Spark Plan to discover our strategic vision for the future of York House and our remarkable students. Warm regards, Deryn Lavell Head of School https://www.yorkhouse.ca/ If you are looking for a guest speaker for your classroom or group to talk podcasting, please contact me today! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Wed, January 29, 2025
Episode 377 - CO-HOST - Victoria Cuore - The Student Becomes The Teacher - A Podcast Journey that includes Yoda We strive to create an environment where healing becomes contagious, where the transformative power within us radiates and influences those around us. Through our actions, words, and interactions, we aim to inspire others to embrace their own healing journey and extend it further, creating a ripple effect of wellbeing and wholeness. Join us on this journey of personal growth and collective transformation. Together, we can make a difference, one healing moment at a time. We are a bully-free, judgment-free safe haven for survivors and special needs. https://acontagioussmile.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Mon, January 27, 2025
Episode 376 - Special Guest - Jeremie Mani - Podcasthon - During 7 days, Thousands of Podcasts, Together for a Worldwide Charity Event! During 7 days, Thousands of Podcasts, Together for a Worldwide Charity Event! Simultaneously, they will release a special episode, for a charity of their choice. Objective? To raise awareness for countless causes Would you like to join the next Podcasthon? Start by registering your podcast in 90 seconds (quick, simple, and free). Next, take your time selecting a charity you’d like to highlight through an interview or a solo episode. After that, record your episode, including key phrases about Podcasthon (guidelines will be provided). Mid-March 2025: publish your special episode during Podcasthon week And don’t forget to promote it by tagging us on social media! All episodes are released simultaneously, creating a wave of impact and awareness! https://www.podcasthon.org/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, January 25, 2025
The How To Podcast Question of the Month - What is the Goal That You Have for Your Podcast in 2025 Reminder! We are looking for your answer to the Question of the Month for January 2025 - promote your show and get new listeners simply by answering the question of the month The Question: What is the foal that you have for your podcast in 2025? Be sure to include your name, your podcast name etc with your answer! Thanks for participating! Dave ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, January 24, 2025
Episode 375 - CO-HOST - Andy Vargo - Things Get Awkward in this episode - Growing Your Show, Interviewing Guests and How To Grow as a Podcaster If you are unsettled in the least, then you can relate to my clients. My typical client has lived enough of a life to know they want different experiences for what lies ahead. But they don’t quite know how to make it happen. That’s where I come in. I’ve lived that life of not being comfortable in my own skin. I’ve been where you are and know how to move past those feelings, to put actionable steps in place towards the life you want. We all have that awkward thing that can sometimes hold us back. But what if it was your superpower? What if owning it was the key to your success? Join speaker, author, and coach Andy Vargo as things get awkward with his guests. Dive into what makes each of us awkward in our own way and learn how we can own it! https://pod.link/1554356943 https://www.awkwardcareer.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Wed, January 22, 2025
Episode 374 - The How To Podcast Basics 101 - Your Simple and Complete Tech Starter Guide for New Podcasters Basic Podcast Tech SetupTo start a podcast, you'll need a few essential pieces of equipment: Core Equipment Microphone : USB microphone recommended for beginners Avoid using built-in computer or phone microphones Computer or Recording Device Laptop or desktop with audio editing software Audacity (free software) is a great starting point Headphones Closed-back headphones for sound isolation Avoid open-back headphones that can create audio interference Optional but Recommended Extras Pop filter to reduce audio disturbances Microphone stand or boom arm for comfortable positioning Audio interface for more advanced recording (as you progress) Recording Space Considerations Choose a quiet, consistent recording area Use sound-absorbing materials like foam panels if possible Minimize background noise and echoes Budget-Friendly ApproachFor those on a tight budget, you can start with: A USB microphone (around $50-$100) Free audio editing software Existing computer Basic headphones The key is to start simple and upgrade your equipment as your podcast grows. Dave's mic USB Microphone, MAONO 192KHZ/24Bit Plug & Play PC Computer Podcast Condenser https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Microphone-MAONO-Condenser-Professional-Recording ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, January 20, 2025
Episode 373 - Reviving the Classics - How to Breathe New Life into Your Evergreen Podcast Content Reviving Your Podcast: Strategies to Leverage Evergreen Content and Reintroduce Past Episodes As a podcaster, you've likely accumulated a wealth of valuable evergreen content that can continue to engage and inform listeners long after its initial release. However, many of your newer audience members may be unaware of these hidden gems. In this blog post, we'll explore effective strategies for leveraging your past content, enhancing searchability, and breathing new life into your podcast's back catalog. Grouping Episodes by TopicOne of the most effective ways to help listeners discover older episodes is by organizing them into themed playlists or series. Here are some actionable steps: Create themed playlists that curate episodes around specific topics, allowing new listeners to dive deeper into subjects they find interesting Develop a content calendar that aligns with annual celebrations or observances relevant to your niche, creating opportunities to resurface related evergreen content Enhancing Searchability with TaggingImproving the discoverability of your episodes is crucial for attracting new listeners. Optimize your podcast for search by: Using relevant keywords in your episode titles, show notes, and descriptions to improve SEO Implementing consistent tags across all platforms to enhance searchability Following SEO best practices, including optimizing title tags, meta descriptions, headers, and image alt text Repurposing Content for Greater ReachTransform your podcast content into various formats to reach a wider audience: Transcribe episodes into detailed blog articles that provide additional context and value Create audiograms and quote graphics to share on social media platforms Produce short video clips highlighting key moments from your episodes Design infographics summarizing main points from episodes in a visually appealing format Feature insights from past episodes in email newsletters to keep your audience engaged Shining a Light on Your Back Catalog Ensure your valuable past content doesn't go unnoticed with these promotional strategies: Reference relevant previous episodes in new shows to encourage listeners to explore your back catalog Dedicate weekly social media posts to spotlight older episodes that remain relevant Include links to popular past episodes in your welcome emails for new subscribers Cross-promote related episodes within current shows to guide listeners toward additional content Consider re-airing well-received past episodes with updated introductions or context Breathing New Life into Older EpisodesRefresh ol
Fri, January 17, 2025
Episode 372 - CO-HOST - John Tyreman - The Podcast Value Triangle, Cultivate A Listener Inner Circle, Podcasting in Professional Services Podcasting Experiences and Business Development: Insights from Industry ExpertsIn a recent conversation between David and John, two seasoned podcasters, valuable insights emerged about the world of podcasting and its role in business development. Their discussion covered a wide range of topics, from personal experiences to strategic approaches in the podcasting industry. John, a marketing consultant and podcaster, shared his journey from working at a marketing agency to launching his own podcast marketing company for professional services firms. He highlighted several key benefits of podcasting for these businesses: Giving experts a platform to share their voice Building trust with the audience Aligning with the doer-seller business development model The conversation revealed a positive trend in businesses adopting podcasting as a marketing tool, particularly in professional services where trust is paramount. John emphasized the scalability of trust-building through podcasting, making it an attractive option for firms looking to expand their reach Personal Growth and Podcasting StrategiesBoth David and John shared their personal goals for the upcoming year: John aims to improve by 1% with every podcast episode, focusing on hosting, questioning, and post-production skills. David's goal is to build a community around podcasting and connect with as many people as possible through producing episodes and facilitating connections between podcasters Building a Personal Brand Through PodcastingThe discussion emphasized the importance of creating noteworthy content that prompts organic recommendations. David expressed his desire to be known as a "collector of people" by connecting with guests and listeners through his podcast. John stressed that reputation and visibility are crucial components of a strong personal brand Podcast Promotion and Format ConsiderationsWhen it comes to promoting podcasts, John shared his experience with content repurposing but found it time-consuming. He emphasized the effectiveness of social media, particularly short video clips from episodes, for podcast promotion. For new podcasters, John advised starting with audio due to its lower technical requirements and accessibility The debate between video and audio formats was also addressed. While video can help build familiarity and trust, both agreed that experimenting with different formats and platform features could be beneficial for growth Consistency and Community BuildingBoth podcasters stressed the importance of consistency and building a community around their shows. David shared his experience of hosting weekly meetups for listeners, while John mentioned successful podcast communities like the
Wed, January 15, 2025
Episode 371 - Podcast Landmines - How to Avoid Reputation Killers Podcasters can harm their shows by aligning with the wrong elements, potentially damaging their reputation and losing audience trust. Here are some key ways to avoid these pitfalls and protect your podcast: Sponsorship Missteps Neglecting your podcast avatar: Choose sponsors that align with your target audience's interests and needs Accepting irrelevant sponsors: Avoid partnering with brands unrelated to your content, as this can erode credibility Overloading with ads: Too many sponsorships can annoy listeners and dilute your message Content and Guest-Related Risks Lack of research: Failing to properly vet guests or understand their background can lead to problematic content False promises: Ensure episode titles and descriptions accurately reflect the content to maintain listener trust Associating with controversial figures: Promoting or collaborating with "loose cannon" podcasters or individuals known for inappropriate behavior can damage your reputation Protecting Your Podcast To insulate your podcast from potential harm: Implement strict vetting processes: Thoroughly research potential sponsors, guests, and collaborators before associating with them Maintain editorial control: Ensure you have the right to edit or remove content that doesn't align with your values or could be harmful Develop clear brand safety guidelines: Establish and communicate your standards to partners and sponsors Use attribution links: Track engagement with sponsored content to demonstrate value and maintain beneficial partnerships Focus on audience trust: Prioritize your listeners' experience over short-term financial gains from sponsorships Be transparent: Address any issues or mistakes openly with your audience to maintain credibility Remember, it takes time to build trust with your audience, but it can be lost quickly. By carefully selecting partnerships, maintaining content quality, and prioritizing your listeners' experience, you can protect your podcast from potential damage caused by bad actors or misaligned associations. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ check out Dave's new blog if you like to read! Subscribe today!! https://truemediasolutions.ca/podblog
Mon, January 13, 2025
Episode 370 - From Imposter to Innovator - Harnessing Self-Doubt for Podcast Success Reframing imposter syndrome as a tool for growth and innovation Imposter syndrome, often seen as a hindrance, can be transformed into a powerful catalyst for growth and innovation in podcasting. Natalie Dawson, co-founder of Cardone Ventures, exemplifies this transformation. At 23, she found herself in a high-level leadership position, feeling like an imposter. However, she turned this self-doubt into a driving force for continuous learning and improvement. Tackle unfamiliar territory with relentless curiosity, encouraging her team to do the same. Using self-doubt as motivation for thorough research and preparation Self-doubt can serve as a powerful motivator for meticulous research and preparation. Adam Grant, a Wharton professor, suggests that "feeling uncertainty is a precursor to growth" This uncertainty can drive podcasters to delve deeper into their topics, ensuring they're well-prepared for each episode. For instance, the host of "The Impostor Syndrome Files" podcast, Kim Meninger, uses her personal experiences with imposter syndrome to thoroughly research and prepare for interviews with professionals from various backgrounds, creating a space for authentic discussions about self-doubt Embracing vulnerability to connect more deeply with your audience Vulnerability in podcasting can forge stronger connections with listeners. Brendon Burchard, a high-performance coach, emphasizes the importance of being intentional about who you want to be every day and adopting a learning perspective rather than a judgmental one This approach allows podcasters to share personal stories and challenges, inviting listeners to engage on a deeper, more personal level. For example, in "The Mindset Mentor" podcast, the host tackles self-doubt by sharing personal experiences and strategies, creating a relatable and supportive environment for listeners Strategies for turning perceived weaknesses into unique podcast strengths Perceived weaknesses can be transformed into unique strengths that set a podcast apart. Kate Leto, a product management expert, suggests using a "product mindset" to address imposter syndrome This approach involves challenging negative thoughts with questions like "Is it true?" and "Can you absolutely know that it's true?" By applying this method to podcasting, creators can turn their self-doubt into a unique perspective that resonates with listeners who may be experiencing similar feelings. To further strengthen connections with listeners, podcasters can engage beyond the episode by actively participating in social media discussions, valuing and acting on feedback, and organizing listener-centric events such as live Q&A sessions or virtual meet-ups These strategies not only address self-doubt but also create a supportive community around the podcast, turning perceived wea
Fri, January 10, 2025
Episode 369 - Silencing the Inner Critic - Strategies to Overcome Imposter Syndrome in Podcasting Reframing Negative Self-Talk Imposter syndrome can plague even the most successful podcasters, manifesting as a persistent inner critic that undermines confidence. Start by recognizing when your inner critic speaks up. For instance, you might catch yourself thinking, "My podcast isn't as good as others in my niche." Once identified, challenge this thought by examining the evidence. Have you received positive feedback from listeners? Has your audience grown? Use these facts to construct a more balanced perspective Reframe Negative Beliefs: Transform self-defeating thoughts into more constructive ones. Instead of "I'm not qualified to discuss this topic," try "I'm continuously learning and sharing valuable insights with my audience." This reframing acknowledges your growth and the value you provide Practice Self-Compassion: "It's okay to make mistakes; they're part of the learning process. I'll do better next time." Building a Support Network within the Podcasting Community Overcoming imposter syndrome becomes easier when you're not facing it alone. The podcasting community offers numerous opportunities for connection and support Engage in Podcast Guest Exchanges: Participate in guest exchanges with other podcasters. This not only expands your network but also provides validation of your expertise. For example, being invited as a guest on an established podcast in your niche can boost your confidence and credibility Join Online Communities: Seek out podcasting groups on platforms. Share your experiences, ask for advice, and offer support to others. You might find that many successful podcasters have faced similar doubts, which can be incredibly reassuring Attend Podcasting Events: Whether virtual or in-person, industry events provide opportunities to connect with fellow podcasters. Sharing experiences and challenges can help normalize your feelings of self-doubt and provide practical strategies for overcoming them Developing a Growth Mindset for Continuous Improvement Adopting a growth mindset is crucial for combating imposter syndrome and fostering long-term success in podcasting Embrace Challenges: Instead of avoiding difficult topics or high-profile guests out of fear, see these as opportunities for growth. For instance, if you're nervous about interviewing an industry expert, prepare thoroughly and focus on the learning opportunity rather than potential mistakes Learn from Feedback Celebrate Small Wins Practical Exercises to Boost Confidence and Authenticity in Your Podcast Implementing specific exercises can help solidify your confidence and authenticity, making imposter syndrome less likely to take hold Practice Positive Self-Talk: Before each recording session, take a moment for positive affirmations. Say out lou
Wed, January 08, 2025
Episode 368 - Measuring the Doubt - Quantifying Imposter Syndrome's Impact on Your Podcast Tools and Methods to Gauge the Severity of Imposter Syndrome Imposter syndrome can significantly impact podcasters, but quantifying its effects can help in addressing and overcoming it. One effective method is journaling. By regularly documenting your thoughts and feelings before, during, and after podcast recording sessions, you can track patterns in your self-doubt For example, a podcaster might notice that their anxiety peaks just before interviewing high-profile guests, indicating a specific trigger for their imposter syndrome. Another tool is the use of self-assessment questionnaires. These can include questions like "How confident do you feel about your podcast content on a scale of 1-10?" or "How often do you feel like a fraud when discussing your podcast topic?" Tracking these responses over time can provide valuable insights into the fluctuations of your imposter syndrome. Impact on Podcast Production and Performance Imposter syndrome can have a tangible effect on your podcast's quality and your performance as a host. One podcaster shared how their self-doubt led them to over-prepare for episodes, spending hours researching topics they were already knowledgeable about, which ultimately led to burnout This excessive preparation stemmed from a fear of being exposed as a fraud.Another common impact is the hesitation to reach out to potential guests. A podcaster might avoid inviting experts in their field, fearing they're not qualified to interview them. This self-imposed limitation can significantly restrict the podcast's growth and diversity of content Analyzing Listener Feedback and Its Relation to Self-Doubt Listener feedback can be a double-edged sword for those experiencing imposter syndrome. Positive comments might be dismissed as listeners being "too kind" or "not understanding the full picture." Conversely, constructive criticism might be overblown in the podcaster's mind, confirming their worst fears about their abilities To address this, try creating a feedback log. Document both positive and negative feedback, and analyze it objectively. For instance, if multiple listeners praise your interviewing skills, it's concrete evidence against your self-doubt in that area. This method helps separate fact from the distorted perceptions often associated with imposter syndrome. Tracking Progress and Setting Benchmarks for Improvement Setting clear, measurable goals is crucial in combating imposter syndrome. Instead of vague aspirations like "become a better podcaster," establish specific, achievable benchmarks. For example, aim to increase your speaking pace by 10% over three months or reduce filler words by 50% in six episodes Use audio editing software to track these metrics objectively. This data-driven approach provides tangible evidence of
Mon, January 06, 2025
Episode 367 - Unmasking the Imposter - Identifying Imposter Syndrome in Podcasting Imposter syndrome is a common experience among high achievers, affecting over 70% of professionals at some point in their careers In the world of podcasting, this phenomenon is particularly prevalent, impacting both newcomers and seasoned hosts alike.Consider the story of Jeff, a successful podcaster with over 250 episodes under his belt. Despite receiving accolades from fellow podcasters at conferences, Jeff would often downplay his achievements, attributing his success to luck or good timing. Even as he interviewed high-profile guests, he'd find himself questioning how he got there, feeling like a fraud despite clear evidence of his accomplishments Common Signs and Symptoms Specific to Podcasters Self-doubt and Perfectionism Podcasters experiencing imposter syndrome often exhibit perfectionist tendencies, spending excessive time editing their shows or obsessing over minor details. They may feel that their work is never good enough, regardless of positive feedback from listeners. Comparison and Self-criticism Many podcasters fall into the trap of comparing themselves unfavorably to their guests or other podcasters. This can lead to harsh self-criticism and a belief that they're not qualified to host their show. Fear of Being "Discovered" There's a persistent worry among those with imposter syndrome that they'll be "found out" as frauds. For podcasters, this might manifest as anxiety about listeners realizing they're not as knowledgeable or skilled as they appear Self-assessment Techniques for Listeners The Harvey Imposter Scale (HIPS) Listeners can use the HIPS, a 14-item questionnaire, to assess their level of imposter feelings. Questions include statements like "People tend to believe I am more competent than I really am" and "I tend to feel like a phony" Reflection Exercises Encourage listeners to reflect on their achievements and the positive feedback they've received. Keeping a "praise folder" with screenshots or notes of compliments can serve as a tangible reminder of their capabilities Mindfulness Practices Implementing mindfulness techniques can help podcasters become more aware of their negative self-talk and imposter thoughts, allowing them to challenge these beliefs more effectively. By understanding the prevalence of imposter syndrome in podcasting and learning to recognize its signs, podcasters can take the first step towards overcoming these feelings and embracing their true potential. Sources: https://positivepsychology.com/imposter-syndrome-tests-worksheets/ <a href="https://www.thepodcas
Fri, January 03, 2025
Episode 366 - Do What You Can, With What You Have, Where You Are As A Podcaster Theodore Roosevelt's quote "Do what you can, with what you have, where you are" offers valuable guidance for podcasters struggling with imposter syndrome. Here's how this wisdom applies to podcasting: Do What You Can As a podcaster, focus on creating content with your current skills and knowledge. Don't let perfectionism or comparisons hold you back. Start by recording episodes, even if they're not flawless. Many successful podcasters admit their first episodes weren't great, but they improved over time 2 . Remember, your unique perspective is valuable, and your audience will appreciate your authenticity. With What You Have You don't need expensive equipment or a large network to start podcasting. Use the tools and resources available to you now. This could be your smartphone for recording, free editing software, or your existing knowledge on a topic. As Juliana Barbati, a top 0.5% podcaster, advises, "Your first episode isn't going to be amazing," but the key is to keep going Where You Are Your current situation is your starting point. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience, embrace your present reality. Podcasting is a journey, and every episode is an opportunity to grow and improve. As Kim Meninger's podcast "The Impostor Syndrome Files" demonstrates, sharing your experiences with imposter syndrome can even become the focus of your content, helping others who face similar challenges Remember, imposter syndrome is a common experience among creatives and professionals 1 3. By taking action and focusing on what you can control, you'll gradually build confidence and overcome self-doubt. As you continue to produce content and engage with your audience, you'll develop your unique voice and find your place in the podcasting world. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, January 01, 2025
Episode 365 - CO-HOST - Dennis Meador - Hiring A Podcast Team, Understanding Your Digital Language and Show Tone Dennis Meador is a bit of an outlier. Starting his first company at 14 years old, he has been an entrepreneur for the majority of his life. In his early 20s he discovered what he really loved about being an entrepreneur was working with other businesess, and that ultimately led to years working with attorneys. He spent the next 20 years in that capacity helping attorneys grow their practices and advising them in other areas. About a year ago, the idea of The Legal Podcast Network came to him. The more this idea blossomed in his mind, the more excited he got about it. As he talked to attorneys, he consistently heard, “Do you guys do podcasts?” Once he fully formed everything in his head, he decided late 23 to launch what he had envisioned. One of the things Dennis sees as important for attorneys, especially those in smaller practices, is the establishment of authority. To get ahead they must not become another run-of-the-mill attorney with generic content and verbiage enables our attorneys to show people their expertise and how they can help them. This puts them in a better position to win the client that fits their ideal profile. https://www.thelegalpodcastnetwork.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, January 01, 2025
Question of the Month - January 2025 - What is the Goal That You Have for Your Podcast in 2025 Question of the month - please include with your response > your name > the name of your podcast > your answer to the question of the month - "What is the Goal That You Have for Your Podcast in 2025" https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Meetup link https://www.meetup.com/how-to-podcast-community/ ___ Jonathan Marsh's podcasts High-Fidelity Conversations https://pod.link/1625704418 Afterlight Fictions https://pod.link/1712362054 https://www.marshaudioservices.com/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, December 31, 2024
We have a great, free podcaster community and you are invited! Join podcasters at all different stages of their podcast pursuits - we have themed events and open question and answer monthly chats Join us for free! https://www.meetup.com/how-to-podcast-community/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave
Bonus · Tue, December 31, 2024
Question of the Month - December 2024 - Your Favourite Episode from Your Podcast in 2024 - Your Responses Outrage Overload: Finding calm through science and balanced perspectives If you're angry, frustrated, or scared about the state of politics and media and looking for thoughtful, balanced discussions, this podcast is for you. About 30 minutes every few weeks. It will change your life. Outrage Overload explores the extreme polarization and political bias dominating politics and media today. We dive into the anger and outrage that drive divisions between people, distort the news, and fuel political violence. Each episode features leading scientists, researchers, authors, and community leaders tackling topics like outrage fatigue, toxic polarization, extremism, healthy conflict, disinformation, social media's role in outrage, and the influence of technology and artificial intelligence. Join us to rediscover humanity in your rivals, improve your mental health, and find practical strategies to feel less stressed and more in control in a world fueled by outrage. BONUS - America on the Knife’s Edge https://pod.link/1648992512/episode/fd227d2611f0cc586cb48d415456f6a3 https://outrageoverload.net/ ____ Long Covid, MD Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself. On “Long Covid, MD” she translates complex medical research into actionable steps for meaningful recovery. Dr Khan empowers patients with science-backed insights, demystifies the health care system, and shares her personal journey navigating new limitations. Whether you or a loved one has Long Covid, tune in to gain clarity and learn tools to maintain a meaningful life after diagnosis. Discover hope, understanding and resilience on every episode of Long Covid, MD. Spotting Long Covid Pseudoscience https://pod.link/1716072073/episode/369439b36aa99685c22c31c51aad10d5 https://longcovidmd.com/ ____ Take a TALK Down Memory Lane Tales From South Florida is the podcast exploring the stories, people, places and events that make South Florida unique Growing Up in South Florida
Mon, December 30, 2024
Episode 364 - What Can You Say in 30 Seconds - The Essential Podcast Intro Challenge The 30-second podcast challenge is an excellent exercise for podcasters to evaluate the effectiveness of their show's introduction. Here's a breakdown of what listeners should ideally know within the first 30 seconds of a podcast, along with additional important elements: Show Name: Is the podcast's title clearly stated? Host Introduction: Are the host(s) names provided? Podcast Topic/Theme: Is the overall subject matter of the podcast evident? Episode Topic: Is the specific focus of this episode mentioned? Welcoming Tone: Does the introduction feel inviting to new listeners? Value Proposition: Is there a clear indication of what listeners will gain from the episode? Target Audience: Can listeners quickly determine if this podcast is for them? Podcast Frequency: Is it mentioned how often new episodes are released? Audio Quality: Is the sound clear and professional? Energy Level: Does the introduction capture attention and set the right mood? Branding Elements: Are there consistent audio cues or music that define the show? Call-to-Action: Is there a prompt for listeners to subscribe or follow the show? Episode Number/Season: Is the current episode or season number stated? Length Indication: Is there a hint about the episode's duration? Guest Introduction: If applicable, is the guest for this episode introduced? While it's challenging to include all these elements in just 30 seconds, the most crucial aspects (show name, host, and topic) should be prioritized. The goal is to quickly orient new listeners and give them compelling reasons to continue listening. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, December 27, 2024
Episode 363 - Be Your Own Algorithm, Taking Control of Your Podcast's Discoverability The idea that "as a podcaster, we are our own algorithm" is a powerful shift in mindset that can significantly impact a podcast's growth and success. Here are some key thoughts around this concept: Proactive Approach: Instead of passively waiting for listeners to discover your podcast, take an active role in making your content visible and accessible. Personal Brand Building: Your presence online and offline becomes an extension of your podcast. Cultivate a personal brand that aligns with your podcast's message and values. Strategic Social Media Presence: Use social media platforms strategically to showcase your expertise, share snippets of your content, and engage with potential listeners. Each platform may require a different approach. Community Engagement: Actively participate in communities (online and offline) where your potential listeners gather. This could be forums, social media groups, or local meetups related to your podcast's niche. Networking: Connect with other podcasters, industry experts, and influencers in your field. Collaborations and cross-promotions can expose your podcast to new audiences. Content Repurposing: Transform your podcast content into blog posts, social media updates, YouTube videos, or newsletters to increase your discoverability across different platforms. SEO for Podcasts: Optimize your podcast titles, descriptions, and show notes for search engines to improve your chances of being found through organic searches. Real-World Presence: Attend or speak at events related to your podcast's topic. This face-to-face interaction can create strong connections with potential listeners. Consistency in Messaging: Ensure that your message and brand are consistent across all platforms and interactions, reinforcing your podcast's identity. Value-First Approach: Focus on providing value in every interaction, whether it's a social media post, a networking event, or a guest appearance on another podcast. By embracing the role of being your own algorithm, you take control of your podcast's discoverability and growth, rather than relying solely on platform algorithms or chance discoveries.___Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___<a href="https://howtopodcast.ca/" targe
Wed, December 25, 2024
Episode 362 - Dave Steps Into Video Podcasting in 2025 - But It Isn't What You Think, Video Podcast Tips You Can Use Today As an audio-first podcaster, you can leverage video to supplement your podcast without simply posting raw recordings on YouTube. Here are several strategies to create platform-specific content that enhances your podcast: Short-Form Video Clips Create bite-sized clips (30-60 seconds) from your podcast episodes highlighting key moments or insights 1 . Share these clips on platforms like TikTok, Instagram Reels, and YouTube Shorts to reach new audiences and drive them to your full podcast Reflection Videos Record face-to-camera summaries where you share additional insights or behind-the-scenes thoughts about the episode's content 4 . These reflection videos can serve as teasers for upcoming episodes or provide extra value for your audience. Visual Enhancements Add simple graphics, text overlays, or animations to your audio content to create more engaging video versions 2 . Use tools like Descript or Riverside to easily add captions and visual elements to your podcast content Platform-Specific Content Create unique video content for YouTube that complements your podcast, such as Q&A sessions, extended interviews, or visual demonstrations of topics discussed in your audio episodes 4 . Develop a YouTube-specific intro and outro that caters to the platform's audience and encourages subscriptions and engagement Live Streaming Occasionally live stream recording sessions or host live Q&As on platforms like YouTube or Twitch to engage with your audience in real-time Behind-the-Scenes Content Share video snippets of your recording process, equipment setup, or pre-show preparations to give viewers a peek into your podcast production Repurposed Content Transform your podcast episodes into video essays or animated explainers that visually represent the concepts discussed in your audio content By creating platform-specific video content that complements your audio podcast, you can engage with audiences across different platforms while maintaining your audio-first approach. This strategy allows you to tap into the growing vi
Mon, December 23, 2024
Episode 361 - Unlocking Podcast Potential - Leveraging Listener Data for Growth and Engagement Podcast analytics provide valuable insights into your audience and can help improve your show. Here's how to leverage listener data: Audience Demographics: Analyze age, gender, location, and device usage to tailor content and marketing strategies Listener Engagement: Track play rates, skip rates, and completion rates to identify popular topics and formats Episode Performance: Compare episode metrics to determine which topics, guests, or lengths resonate best with your audience Release Timing: Optimize publishing schedule based on peak listening times Content Strategy: Use consumption rates and listener drop-off points to refine episode structure and length Topic Selection: Identify trends in popular episodes to guide future content creation Audience Growth: Monitor unique listeners and downloads to track overall growth and retention Feedback Implementation: Analyze reviews and ratings to understand audience preferences and implement improvements Marketing Optimization: Use geographic data to target promotions and partnerships effectively Monetization Opportunities: Leverage audience insights to attract relevant sponsors and create targeted offerings By consistently analyzing these metrics, you can make data-driven decisions to improve your podcast's content, engagement, and growth. Source: https://www.thebigpossible.com/blog/7-powerful-ways-to-leverage-podcast-analytics-in-2024 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, December 21, 2024
Reminder - Question of the Month for December - What is Your Favourite Episode from Your Own Show in 2024 Hey - 2024 is almost over - as we wrap up the year, we are also wrapping up the month - get your answer in today to our question of the month! Promote your show by responding today! Tell us your name, about your podcast and answer the question of the month - what is your favourite episode of the month from your own show in 2024??? ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, December 20, 2024
Episode 360 - CO-HOST - Jonnie T - Refuge Freedom Stories, Podcast Integrity, PodMatch and PodFest Summary Podcasting Experiences and Inspirational Stories In the meeting, David and Jonnie discussed their respective podcasting experiences. Jonnie, a Canadian, hosts and produces "Refuge Freedom Stories," a podcast featuring inspiring stories of personal transformation, including interviews with individuals from various backgrounds. Building Community in Podcasting Industry David and Jonnie discussed the importance of building a community within the podcasting industry. They agreed that connecting with other podcasters is crucial for sharing experiences, learning from each other, and finding support. David highlighted the need for podcasters to feel less alone in the industry, suggesting that building relationships with fellow podcasters could help achieve this. They also touched on the topic of listeners tuning in for the personality of the host rather than the content, emphasizing the need for podcasters to connect with each other on a personal level. Podcasting Integrity and Community Building Jonnie emphasized the importance of integrity in podcasting, stating that authenticity and genuine passion for the work are crucial for success. He also highlighted the significance of building a podcast community, using PodMatch as an example. David agreed, sharing his positive experiences with PodMatch and his admiration for Alex Sanfilippo. Defining Integrity in Personal Life In the meeting, Jonnie and David discussed their personal definitions of integrity. Jonnie, a Christian, defined integrity as reflecting Christ in everything he does, being honest with his listeners, and respecting his guests and listeners. He emphasized the importance of consistency and authenticity. David, on the other hand, defined integrity as being the same all the way through, with nothing fake about a person. He used the analogy of a tree with integrity, contrasting it with cheap furniture. Both agreed on the importance of authenticity and consistency in their personal and professional lives. Improving Podcasting Workflow and Skills Jonnie discusses ways to improve his podcasting skills and workflow. He recently switched to Riverside for editing, which allows text-based editing and creates transcripts. However, he still uses GarageBand for final audio editing. Jonnie reduced his interview schedule to focus on quality over quantity. He now records a few interviews per month and has an organized publishing process using a podcast hosting platform for automated distribution. Growth, Feedback, and Podcasting Community David and Jonnie discussed the importance of growth and feedback in podcasting. They emphasized the need for podcasters
Bonus · Thu, December 19, 2024
Essential Year-End Checklist for Content Creators and Podcasters - Optimize Your Strategy for the New Year - The Daily Dave - Podcast Tips Content creators and podcasters should focus on several key areas when preparing for the new year: Content Review and Planning Performance Analysis Review which types of content performed best during the past year Analyze audience engagement metrics like saves, comments, shares, and likes Identify content that resonated most with your audience Business and Financial Preparation Financial Housekeeping Review monthly credit card charges Assess and renew yearly subscriptions Determine your marketing and content production budget for the upcoming year Content Calendar Strategy Yearly Content Planning Create a broad overview of the year, breaking it down by month Consider seasonal themes and holiday-specific content opportunities Plan potential product launches, promotions, and sales campaigns Prepare content for the first two weeks of January in advance Strategic Considerations Content Types to Plan Long-form content (blog posts, podcast episodes, videos) Curated content for newsletters Promotional content Short-form social media content Additional Recommendations Keep a journal or notes app to capture spontaneous content ideas throughout the year Be flexible with your content plan while maintaining a strategic framework Consider personal events and potential time constraints when scheduling content By systematically reviewing your past performance and strategically planning for the new year, you can set yourself up for a more organized and successful content creation journey ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, December 18, 2024
Episode 359 - How Can I Make My Podcast Better in 2025 - Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, Who is the Best Podcaster of them All Listeners may stop tuning into podcasts for a variety of reasons, often related to content quality, presentation style, and personal preferences. Here are the top reasons that can lead to a listener moving on from a podcast: Content Quality Issues Stale or Uninteresting Topics : If the content becomes repetitive or fails to engage, listeners may lose interest. For instance, a podcast that initially covers intriguing topics might become boring if it shifts to less engaging subjects over time 1 4 . Lack of Research : When hosts fail to adequately prepare or research their topics, it can lead to inaccuracies and uninformed discussions, prompting listeners to disengage Presentation Style Poor Audio Quality : Listeners are likely to abandon podcasts with muffled audio or inconsistent volume levels. High-quality sound is essential for maintaining listener engagement 2 4 . Excessive Advertisements : Overloading episodes with ads can disrupt the listening experience and frustrate audiences, leading them to seek less commercialized alternatives 2 3 . Long Intros and Tangents : Prolonged introductions or irrelevant personal anecdotes can bore listeners. They prefer concise content that gets straight to the point Host Dynamics Annoying Host Behavior : Listeners may be turned off by hosts who dominate conversations, fail to engage guests, or exhibit unprofessional behavior. This includes overly self-promotional attitudes or condescending tones 2 3 . Dislikable Hosts : If the host develops a persona that listeners find unlikable or if they express controversial opinions that alienate parts of their audience, this can lead to unsubscribing
Mon, December 16, 2024
Episode 358 - CO-HOST - Kristin Chadwick - Finding Your Voice, Knowing Your Audience, Podcast Coaching Kristin Fields Chadwick- Your Podcast Coach Are You Ready to Step into Your Calling and Share Your Story? God has placed a message on your heart, and you feel the pull to make a Kingdom impact. Whether you dream of starting a podcast to compliment your coaching business or you hear the call to speak on stages or you want to expand your reach as a thought-leader, you know your story can bring hope and breakthrough to those who need it most. At Podcast Coaching for Kingdom Entrepreneurs, I help Christian women like you amplify their voice through podcasting. Together, we’ll create a podcast that brings hope, speaks truth, inspires change, and makes a lasting impact—all while helping you build a life of stewardship and generous giving. I offer support at every stage of your podcast journey, from launch to growth, and beyond. Ready to Launch? Let’s bring your podcast idea to life! Launch Your Podcast Looking to Grow? Take your podcast to the next level and reach more people. Grow Your Podcast Need Support? Focus on your message while I handle the management. Podcast Management & Membership Your voice matters. It’s time to step out in faith, share your story, and make a difference. Let’s work together to build a podcast that blesses others and allows you to live out your calling. Your Podcast Journey Starts Here Share Hope. Create Breakthrough. Bless Your Family. https://kristinfieldschadwick.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, December 13, 2024
Episode 357 - Unlocking Podcast Success - Capture Attention, Spark Interest, Ignite Desire, and Drive Action with Powerful Episode Titles Adapting the AIDA (Attention, Interest, Desire, Action) principle from journalism to podcast episode titles can significantly enhance their effectiveness. Here's how you can apply AIDA to create compelling podcast episode titles:Attention Use power words : Incorporate attention-grabbing words like "exclusive," "breaking," or "shocking" to immediately capture interest. Ask intriguing questions : Start with a thought-provoking question that relates to your episode content. Employ numbers : Begin titles with numbers to suggest a structured, easy-to-digest format. Example: "5 Shocking Truths About Sleep You Never Knew" Interest Highlight unique angles : Present your topic from an unexpected or novel perspective. Incorporate current trends : Reference popular topics or current events to make your content feel timely and relevant. Use descriptive language : Choose vivid, specific words that paint a clear picture of what listeners can expect. Example: "The Hidden Link Between Coffee and Productivity: A Deep Dive" Desire Address pain points : Mention common problems or challenges your audience faces. Promise benefits : Clearly state what value listeners will gain from the episode. Create FOMO : Suggest exclusive or time-sensitive information to create a sense of urgency. Example: "Master Public Speaking in 30 Minutes: Career-Changing Tips from a TED Talk Coach" Action Use action verbs : Begin or end your title with strong verbs that encourage listening. Imply immediacy : Suggest that the information is something listeners can apply right away. Create a sense of exclusivity : Make listeners feel they're part of a select group by tuning in. Example: "Transform Your Finances Today: Insider Secrets from Wall Street" By applying these AIDA principles to your podcast episode titles, you can create more engaging, click-worthy titles that attract listeners and give them a compelling reason to tune in. Remember to keep your titles concise, authentic to your content, and aligned with your overall podcast brand. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners <a href="https://howtopodcast.ca" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer
Wed, December 11, 2024
Episode 356 - Navigating the Challenges of Paid Sponsorships, What Creators and Podcasters Need to Know When considering a paid sponsorship for your content or podcast, creators should be aware of several potential downsides and challenges: Content Control and Authenticity - Sponsors may exert influence over your content, which can impact your creative freedom and authenticity: Content direction : Sponsors might request specific topics or themes, potentially steering your content away from your original vision Brand alignment : You may feel pressured to promote products or services that don't genuinely align with your personal brand or values Contractual Obligations - Sponsorship agreements often come with strict requirements that can be demanding: Ad placement : Sponsors may dictate where and how their ads are integrated into your content, which could disrupt your preferred format Frequency agreements : You might be obligated to post or mention the sponsor a certain number of times, potentially feeling forced or unnatural Content delivery schedules : Sponsors may require you to adhere to specific timelines, which can be stressful and impact your workflow Administrative Burden - Sponsorships often involve additional administrative tasks: Reporting and analytics : You may need to provide detailed performance metrics and reports to sponsors Paperwork : Contracts, invoices, and other documentation can be time-consuming to manage Communication : Regular emails and meetings with sponsors can take up significant time Financial Considerations - While sponsorships provide income, there are financial aspects to consider: Payment terms : Some sponsors may have long payment deadlines, affecting your cash flow Conditional payments : Compensation might be tied to hitting certain milestones or metrics Income limitations : Exclusivity clauses may prevent you from working with other brands, potentially limiting your income opportunities Legal and Reputational Risks - Sponsorships can expose creators to various risks: Reputation management : If a sponsor's reputation changes, it could negatively impact your own brand Content ownership : Some agreements may grant sponsors extensive rights to use your content, potentially limiting your control Compliance issues : You may need to adhere to specific disclosure requirements or regulations related to sponsored content Creative Constraints - Sponsorships can impact your creative process: Limited spontaneity</str
Mon, December 09, 2024
Episode 355 - Proper Microphone Technique to Reduce Plosives and Sibilance Issues for Your Podcast Here are four steps to help reduce plosives and sibilance when recording vocals, which can improve the quality of audio for podcasts, voiceovers, or vocal recordings: 1. Use a Windscreen or Pop Shield A foam windscreen or pop shield is an effective, affordable tool to prevent plosives (e.g., hard "P" sounds) and sibilance (e.g., sharp "S" sounds). Foam windscreens fit directly over the microphone, reducing plosives significantly but may slightly reduce high frequencies. A pop shield is a fine mesh screen placed in front of the microphone. It reduces plosives while retaining more high frequencies than a foam windscreen. 2. Increase Distance from the Microphone Moving a few inches away from the microphone can help reduce the impact of plosives and sibilance. Close proximity emphasizes low-frequency plosives, so maintaining some distance can mitigate this effect. This technique works especially well for condenser microphones but may be less effective for certain dynamic mics, which often sound best at close range. 3. Adjust Pronunciation of Plosives Encourage the speaker to consciously soften plosive sounds, such as "P" or "B." For example, they can say "plosive" more gently to avoid a burst of air hitting the microphone. This subtle change in articulation can minimize the plosive effect naturally. 4. Angle the Microphone Off-Axis Turn the microphone slightly away from the speaker’s mouth, either to the side, up toward the nose, or down toward the chest. This can help reduce high frequencies and control sharp “S” sounds. Be cautious with dynamic microphones, as they may not handle off-axis positioning as well as condenser microphones, potentially altering the sound quality. Condenser Microphones are more sensitive and capture a wider frequency range, making them ideal for studio recording where detail and nuance are important. They require external power (like phantom power) to operate and are typically more delicate, so they’re better suited for controlled environments. A condenser microphone is commonly used for recording vocals in a music studio . Its sensitivity captures the nuances of a singer's voice, making it ideal for creating rich, detailed audio in controlled environments. A well-known condenser mic for this purpose is the Neumann U87. Dynamic Microphones are more rugged and handle loud sounds well, making them ideal for live performances or noisy environments. They don’t require external power and are generally less sensitive to subtle sound details, but they excel at capturing strong, foc
Fri, December 06, 2024
Episode 354 - CO-HOST - Bill Monty - Getting Older in South Florida, Be Kind, Podcast Community Building Bill Monty's Guide For Getting Older Discover essential insights on navigating life's milestones with Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older, the ultimate podcast for individuals of all ages embarking on the journey of aging. Host Bill Monty leads engaging discussions on vital topics such as Medicare, Social Security, retirement planning, finances, and beyond, ensuring you're well-equipped for every stage of life.Tune in to our informative and lively format, where we seamlessly blend practical advice with current events and lifestyle options. Getting older has never been more enjoyable! Join us on this empowering journey as we navigate the path to aging together. https://pod.link/1724671803 ___ Tales From South Florida Embark on a TALK down memory lane with "Tales from South Florida," a podcast that dives deep into the rich tapestry of stories from the region. If places and names like the Hollywood Sportatorium, Pirates World, Rascal House, Pioneer City, and Sunrise Musical Theater bring back fun-filled memories, well, you are in the right place.Whether you're a native Floridian or a recent transplant, the tales of the people, places and events that made us famous, and infamous, beckon.Based on his personal experiences growing up throughout South Florida, Bill Monty uncovers the hidden gems and legendary figures that have shaped South Florida's identity. With each episode, he peels back the layers of time, revealing the colorful characters, the scandalous secrets, and the timeless charm of this tropical paradise. Don't miss out on the adventure – be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, SHARE & SUBSCRIBE and tune in to "Tales from South Florida" and immerse yourself in the stories that make this corner of the world truly unique.Comments or questions write to us at talesfromsouthflorida@gmail.com https://pod.link/1724673458 https://talesfromsouthflorida.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, December 04, 2024
Episode 353 - CO-HOST - Tracy Poizner - What I Have Learned Creating My New Podcast Tracy Poizner is a world leader at helping divorced dads master fatherhood and shape their legacy. She spins together the worlds of litigation coaching, strategic parenting and spiritual growth into a unique consultancy exclusively tailored to the needs of the divorced, separated or alienated father. Tracy combines 25 years of international accolades as a mind/body wellness expert with personal experience of a high-conflict stepfamily dynamic. Her uncanny ability to read beneath the surface allows her to perceive subtle distortions in your personal energy and her unconventional approach yields brilliant, rebellious solutions for the modern patriarch. UnDeletable Dad Mentor and parenting coach Tracy Poizner will teach you to neutralize parental alienation and loyalty conflicts to protect your children from emotional damage due to high-conflict coparenting. Start designing your own legendary outcome today! https://pod.link/1592210062 https://undeletabledad.com/ __ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Tue, December 03, 2024
Zoom Settings You Need To Set Today - AI Summaries and Separate Tracks for Audio - Daily Dave - Podcast Tips How to enable A.I. Summaries https://csuf.screenstepslive.com/m/97099/l/1804297-how-to-enable-meeting-summary-with-zoom-ai-companion How to record multiple audio files Open the Zoom client and click Settings. Click the Recording tab. Enable Record a separate audio file for each participant. Record and save the meeting to your computer. Once the meeting is over and the recording has processed, open the recording folder. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, December 02, 2024
Question of the Month - December 2024 - What Was Your Favourite Podcast Episode on Your Show This Year Thanks for all your support this year, it has been such a great year - the amazing guest co-hosts, our free podcaster meetups and so much more made this year so inspiring! The holiday season affords time for listeners to sneak away from the hustle and enjoy a great podcast episode to fall in love with - I want a listener to fall in love with your show - to do this, we need to hear about your favourite podcast episode from this past year - so, by responding to December's question of the month, we can put your podcast in front of more listeners! Head over to HowToPodcast.ca, click the SpeakPipe link and record your answer to the question of the month - please be sure to tell us your name and your podcast name when you answer the question of the month "What Was Your Favourite Podcast Episode on Your Show This Year" __ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, December 02, 2024
Episode 352 - Dr Zeest Khan - Long Covid MD, Navigating Podcasting and Long Term Illness, Cognitive work is Good Work Understand your body. Understand your healthcare. Move forward. About Podcast Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself. On “Long Covid, MD” she translates complex medical research into actionable steps for meaningful recovery. Dr Khan empowers patients with science-backed insights, demystifies the health care system, and shares her personal journey navigating new limitations. Whether you or a loved one has Long Covid, tune in to gain clarity and learn tools to maintain a meaningful life after diagnosis. Discover hope, understanding and resilience on every episode of Long Covid, MD. https://longcovidmd.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Sun, December 01, 2024
Beyond the Numbers - Embracing Your True Creative Worth as a Podcast and Content Creator - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips You Are More Than Your Follower Count In the digital age of validation and instant metrics, it's crucial to remember one fundamental truth: your worth is not defined by numbers on a screen. Breaking the Illusion of Social Media Success Your value as a creator isn't measured by: Follower counts Like buttons View statistics Subscriber numbers These are merely external reflections, not the essence of who you are or the quality of your creative spirit. The Real Measure of Success True success is about: Authenticity Passion Consistent creation Expressing your unique voice Sharing your message The Creator's Mindset The only real barrier between you and your creative potential is inaction. Not algorithms. Not audience size. Just you.Whether your podcast reaches 5 listeners or 5 million, the act of creating itself is the victory. Each piece of content is: A learning experience A step in your creative journey An expression of your inner world Your Call to Action Stop waiting. Start creating. Create because: You have a story to tell You're compelled to express yourself Your voice matters The act of creation itself is transformative Your worth is not a vanity metric. You are the creator, the artist, the storyteller - and that is infinitely more valuable than any number could ever represent. Go. Create. Be. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sun, December 01, 2024
Question of the Month - November 2024 - How Do You Incorporate Themes of Gratitude and Reflection Into Your Podcast Content - Your Response Hey, well, thanks to Bill we have a response to the Question of the Month - thanks Bill! Check out Bill's podcast info here! https://guideforgettingolder.com/ https://talesfromsouthflorida.com/ __ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sat, November 30, 2024
Episode 351 - Podcast Spotlight - Podcast Growth University with host Kevin Palmieri - NaPodPoMo Hey podcast people, welcome to Podcast Growth University; I am your host, Kevin Palmieri. Over the last five years and thousands of episodes that I have been on, I have learned a lot about podcasting: what to do, what not to do, and the common mistakes people (including myself) have made. This weekly podcast is focused on helping you grow, scale and monetize your show . Every single episode will be focused on that. Let’s do it! https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/podcast-growth-university/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, November 29, 2024
Episode 350 - Podcast Spotlight - New Brunswick Traveller with Mark Brewer - NaPodPoMo New Brunswick is often referred to as the "drive through" province, but that is changing. Our population continues to grow and more and more, individuals are making this a destination place, having discovered the natural wonders and fantastic tourist attractions that await. I am the NB Traveler focusing on upcoming events, information about natural and historical wonders, the journeys of past travelers, and even an occasional ghost story. It's the place for NB travelers and resident to learn and share! Because I live in Saint John, the focus is often on the southern part of the province. https://pod.link/1718002674 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Thu, November 28, 2024
Episode 349 - Podcast Spotlight - Podcasting Made Simple with host Alex Sanfilippo - NaPodPoMo Podcasting Made Simple is the premier podcast about podcasting! We’re here to help podcast guests and podcast hosts reach more listeners and grow their income so they can change more lives! Join Alex Sanfilippo and other podcasting industry experts as they share how you can level up on either side of the mic! Show notes and resources: https://PodMatch.com/episodes https://pod.link/1470897857 https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, November 27, 2024
Episode 348 - Podcast Spotlight - In and Around Podcasting with hosts Mark and Danny - NaPodPoMo We love podcast industry podcasts - there are a lot of them and they're run by smart, passionate people who live and breathe podcasting and who are usually industry professionals. Sometimes though, they don't give the day-to-day enthusiast, creator or indie podcaster a platform to have their say, often taking "the view from the top" as delivered by the "podcasting professionals". In & Around Podcasting has been designed to respect and live alongside those shows and to be an accessible, inclusive podcast for every single podcaster; a show that allows everyone with an interest in the medium to have a fair, open and transparent view on the podcasting industry and how it affects them - this is your place to be heard. The podcasting industry belongs to us all, not just the elite and it doesn't matter how long you've been in the industry, your voice is valuable. Download the intro lyrics and more at https://www.inandaroundpodcasting.com https://pod.link/1731172191
Tue, November 26, 2024
Episode 347 - Podcast Spotlight - Make Your Day Richer with host Richard Wilmore - NaPodPoMo Make Your Day Richer TV is your go-to source for inspiration, advice, and uplifting stories. Tune in on weekdays for conversations with experts in various fields. Discover new hobbies, learn valuable life skills, and connect with your community. Let us help you enrich your life, one episode at a time. https://www.makeyourdayricher.com/ https://www.youtube.com/@MakeYourDayRicherTV Dave's episode/interview https://youtu.be/mDJ5xAxLTXI?si=xYTd87xLwWY_49Dd ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, November 25, 2024
Episode 346 - Podcast Spotlight - Up An Octave with host Rue Spence - NaPodPoMo A podcast for women and nonbinary people who are ready to take up space in podcasting and share their voices with the world while making the best sounding show they can. Rue Spence started Sonivia after years of not feeling represented in the podcasting industry and not finding tutorials that suited her voice. She's worked with other women and gender nonconforming podcasters as a podcast editor, podcast consultant, and podcast launch specialist to help other people take podcasting up and octave, and now she's here to help you answer your burning podcasting questions to make a show that you love. https://www.sonivia.com/ https://pod.link/1704812296 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Sun, November 24, 2024
Episode 345 - Podcast Spotlight - High-Fidelity Conversations with host Jonathan Marsh - NaPodPoMo This is a monthly podcast designed for healthcare workers looking to sharpen their minds and clinical skills. In each episode, we'll sit down and talk with an active healthcare professional as they reflect on some of their experience and expertise. We'll look to apply what we learn in a way that not only benefits you, but those around you. All specialties and topics are fair game, so come join your host and Simulation Coordinator, Jonathan Marsh, to hear more High-Fidelity Conversations! https://pod.link/1625704418 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Sat, November 23, 2024
Episode 344 - Podcast Spotlight - I Shower After Work Podcast with hosts Jason and John - NaPodPoMo Welcome to the I Shower After Work Podcast, where two good friends and seasoned electricians unwind with a drink and dive into the world of skilled trades. From electrical insights to stories from plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and beyond, we blend humor, real talk, and a splash of explicit language with our favorite drinks in hand. Join us as we share stories, industry tips, and a good laugh--or two--after a hard day’s work. Whether you're just wrapping up your shift or simply curious about the trades, our podcast is your go-to for relaxed, candid conversations celebrating the highs and lows of working with our hands. So grab a drink, kick back, and join us for a refreshing take on the trades! https://pod.link/1718827501 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, November 22, 2024
Episode 343 - Podcast Spotlight - The Nerd Room with Tim Truax - NaPodPoMo A weekly podcast bringing you the latest news and reviews from Star Wars, Marvel, DC and Beyond! https://pod.link/1076108268 https://www.podsummit.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Thu, November 21, 2024
Question of the Month Reminder for November - The Daily Dave - Podcast Tips Hey! Here is a great chance to promote your show and get more listeners for your podcast! Simply answer the question of the month for November! Go to the How To Podcast Website and click on the Speak Pipe Link and record your message today! - Tell us your name - Tell us the name of your show and what it is about - And answer this question: "How do you incorporate themes of gratitude and reflection into your podcast content?" Looking forward to hearing and sharing your responses at the end of the month! Happy Thanksgiving to our US listeners and those serving overseas! Cheers! Dave ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, November 21, 2024
Episode 342 - Podcast Spotlight - Adam Nimoy on Living The Next Chapter Podcast - NaPodPoMo "Living The Next Chapter": Inspiring Conversations with Bestselling Authors Are you an avid reader or an aspiring writer seeking inspiration to embark on your own literary journey? Look no further! Welcome to "Living The Next Chapter," the podcast that celebrates the world of books and writing. Join us as we connect you with captivating authors who have mastered the art of storytelling. Each episode promises an enlightening conversation with writers who share their personal writing journeys, struggles, triumphs, and valuable insights into the craft. Whether you're a seasoned wordsmith or just starting to put pen to paper, our podcast is your ultimate source for writing tips, techniques, and industry know-how. Unearth the secrets to creating compelling characters, crafting engaging plotlines, and polishing your prose. "Living The Next Chapter" is more than just a podcast; it's a community of like-minded individuals who are passionate about books and writing. We warmly invite aspiring authors, seasoned writers, and everyone in between to share this journey with us. Whether you want to learn from the best or showcase your own expertise, we are always on the lookout for great guests! https://livingthenextchapter.com/ https://pod.link/1607392975 Adam Nimoy's full episode https://pod.link/1607392975/episode/33f9040010f95e0726b82416f6c9984d ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, November 20, 2024
Episode 341 - Podcast Spotlight - Powerful Whispers - Hearing God for the body, soul, and spirit with host Christa Spaeth - NaPodPoMo Welcome to Powerful Whispers, the podcast that dives into the extraordinary whispers of God in real and practical ways. Together we will explore how God might speak to us regarding our body, soul, and spirit. I'm your host, Christa Joy, and I am excited to have you join me on this transformative journey of learning how God speaks. As a foodie and a dietitian, I may even sprinkle in some simple food hacks along the way. Let’s get ready to dive deep into the Powerful Whispers of God and uncover the hidden gems they hold for us. https://www.christajoyministries.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Tue, November 19, 2024
Episode 340 - Eric Seemann, Co-Host with Donna Reed of the podcast Real Siblings - It Ain't Easy, Answers 3 Questions - NaPodPoMo Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in your podcasting journey and how you overcame it? What tools or resources do you find indispensable for your podcast planning, production, or promotion? A real estate podcast with the goal to educate, inform, and save their listeners time as they navigate the market and properties in their neighborhoods. Siblings Donna Reed and Eric Seemann are both professional realtors. Donna lives and works in Tucson, Arizona with Keller Williams Southern Arizona, while Eric lives and works in San Antonio, Texas with Keller Williams Heritage. The siblings recently started a real estate podcast called "Real Siblings - It Ain't Easy", where they reminisce, reflect, and correlate how their childhood and life in rural Ohio still impact their dealings with clients today. In the first episode, they talk about where they grew up, the town they grew up in and what their life was like in rural Ohio. Donna and Eric's unique perspective as realtors who grew up in a small town provides listeners with insight into the real estate industry that you won't find anywhere else. If you're interested in real estate or just want to hear two siblings’ banter about their childhood, be sure to check out the "Real Siblings - It Ain't Easy" podcast! https://www.realsiblings.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, November 18, 2024
Episode 339 - Podcast Spotlight - PodNews with James Cridland and Sam Sethi - NaPodPoMo The last word in podcasting news.Every Friday, James Cridland and Sam Sethi review the week’s top stories from Podnews; and interview some of the biggest names making the news. Support the show at https://weekly.podnews.net - or hit the boost button! Sponsored by Buzzsprout: podcast hosting made easy. https://podnews.net/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Sun, November 17, 2024
Episode 338 - Podcast Spotlight - True Man Podcast with host Mike Van Pelt - NaPodPoMo Mike Van Pelt is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and men’s life coach leader. He is the founder of True Man Life Coaching and host of the popular men’s podcast, True Man Podcast. https://truemanlifecoaching.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Sat, November 16, 2024
Episode 337 - Podcast Spotlight - Lead With Confidence with host Desiree Petrich - NaPodPoMo Here’s the short version for any crazy busy people ! Hi! I’m Desiree Petrich, a best-selling author, speaker, corporate coach and trainer, and the host of the Lead With Confidence Podcast. I founded my company Intentional Action in 2022 after losing my mom unexpectedly just two months after bringing my son home from the NICU. My company, Intentional Action is a leadership development company dedicated to unlocking the full potential of individuals and teams. With a diverse range of services including teambuilding activities and retreats, emerging leader programs, high-level masterminds, workshops, keynotes, and breakout sessions, we empower organizations to cultivate strong cultures with strong leadership at the forefront. Whether you’re looking to instill confidence in your emerging leaders or build a team around trust and a common goal, we ensure tailored solutions that will have your team excited to learn and grow together. John Wooden says that when a crisis comes it’s too late to prepare. This advice saved my life. On 2/22/22, my son was born during the middle of a Minnesota blizzard, and had to be kept alive for 15 hours by nurses and doctors who were willing to do anything they could to make up for the equipment they did not have. He then spent four weeks in the NICU before he finally got to meet his big sister. During the four weeks I spent away from home, I had a choice to make. I could continue to read the personal development books I had on my list to complete my fourth year of 75 books, or I could watch TV. I could sit on the same couch day after day, or I could take a few walks and sit on the floor of the NICU and stretch like I had every night for the last 3 years. I could spiral into thoughts of being scared and stressed, or I could put my faith in the process and be optimistic of the outcome of the things I couldn’t control, while I controlled the things that I could. I wish my story of overcoming hard times ended there … 24 hours after we brought my son home from the NICU, I got the call that my mom had had a stroke at work, and was being flown to the hospital. We packed up my 4 week old, and my 2 year old, and we drove 3 hours to the hospital. That night was one of only three times I got to see my mom before she passed away two months later. COVID restrictions were seemingly gone in the “regular world”, but in the hospital world, they were still as strong as ever. Again, I could have let this break me. I could have let grief and anger dictate how I was going to proceed. But I will tell anyone who will listen that personal development saved my life. https://intentionalaction.
Fri, November 15, 2024
Episode 336 - Podcast Spotlight - Bill Monty's Guide For Getting Older - NaPodPoMo Discover essential insights on navigating life's milestones with Bill Monty's Guide for Getting Older, the ultimate podcast for individuals of all ages embarking on the journey of aging. Host Bill Monty leads engaging discussions on vital topics such as Medicare, Social Security, retirement planning, finances, and beyond, ensuring you're well-equipped for every stage of life. Tune in to our informative and lively format, where we seamlessly blend practical advice with current events and lifestyle options. Getting older has never been more enjoyable! Join us on this empowering journey as we navigate the path to aging together. For questions or comments, reach out to us at Billmonty04@gmail.com or leave a message at 754-800-3170. https://monty73162.wixsite.com/gettingolder/tales-from-south-florida ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Thu, November 14, 2024
Episode 335 - Podcast Spotlight - Profit Your Knowledge with host James Allen - NaPodPoMo Welcome to the Profit Your Knowledge Podcast where we share stories from real people who have taken their knowledge and experience and turned it into an online business. On top of these short, value-packed interviews, your host (James Allen) shares actionable tips and strategies to help you build your knowledge business FASTER. https://www.profityourknowledge.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, November 13, 2024
Episode 334 - Dave Campbell, Host of Many Podcasts, Answers 3 Podcast Questions - NaPodPoMo
Tue, November 12, 2024
Episode 333 - Podcast Spotlight - Podcast Coaching for Kingdom Entrepreneurs with Kristin Chadwick - NaPodPoMo About If you are a female Christian entrepreneur, author, influencer, ministry leader…you need a podcast. If you already have a podcast, you need a podcast coach. Don’t know how to launch a podcast? I can help you. Don’t know how to grow a podcast? I can help you. Podcast Coaching for Female Entrepreneurs helps you along the way of your podcasting journey whether you are just starting a podcast or a seasoned podcaster trying to grow or rebrand your podcast. Through my wholehearted podcast coaching approach, we anchor ourselves in the truth of God’s word and build a podcast that stands on the deep calling to use your voice to create a Kingdom impact. You may be asking for podcasting tips like: How do you start a podcast? What equipment do you need to start a podcast? How do I grow my podcast? How do I plan my podcast content to align with my business or ministry? How do I funnel my podcast listeners into my coaching business? How do I avoid podfade? How do I grow my podcast? How do I leverage social media to engage with my audience? What's the best social media platform to grow my podcast? Not only will we talk about these basic podcasting questions, but we will continue to grow together as female Christian entrepreneurs and coaches by talking about these topics: Dreaming Big with God Declarations Over Your Podcast What Does it Look Like to Partner with God in Your Business Starting with and Finding Your Why What are Your Values and Why They are Important You Have a Message to Deliver You Belong in the Room We are wholehearted human beings created for purpose and I want to remind you, you have a story and a calling to shine to the world. Your voice matters. Let’s take your idea of a podcast, and launch it, and grow your podcast with purpose and intentionality. https://kristinfieldschadwick.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, November 11, 2024
Episode 332 - Podcast Spotlight - Dad Space with host Dave Campbell - NaPodPoMo It all starts with the why... Have you noticed how hard it is to find a table to take Mom out for Mother’s Day - tough right? Have you noticed how empty that same resturant is on Father’s Day? Hmmm... wonder why? As Dad’s we have lost our way, we have lost our voice, we have lost connection with other Dads, who have a similar story, a new insight and maybe a piece of Dad Advice that could change everything about your Dad journey! Do you want to meet another Dad Think of us as a play-date for Dad’s! Welcome to Dad Space https://dadspace.ca/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Sun, November 10, 2024
Episode 331 - Podcast Spotlight - Impostrix Podcast with Whitney Knox Lee - NaPodPoMo Impostrix Podcast validates working people of color who feel like an imposter in their workspaces or who navigate racial toxicity in their career. We are a healing and learning space that encourages creativity, resilience, confidence, and pride. We want you to own your work and to be validated! https://impostrixpodcast.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Sat, November 09, 2024
Episode 330 - Podcast Spotlight - Cash Kid - Where kids and adults learn financial literacy skills - NaPodPoMo About the Host Hey there! I'm the Cash Kid, a 6th grader with a burning passion for helping kids (and adults) unlock the secrets to financial success. I'm here to show you how you too can become a "Cash Kid" – a savvy young entrepreneur with the skills and mindset to turn your hobbies and talents into income that grows with you. But what exactly is a "Cash Kid," you ask? It's simple: "Cash Kids" are the trailblazers of their generation, the ones who refuse to wait for adulthood to start building their empire. They understand that the key to financial freedom lies in harnessing their passions and skills to create multiple streams of income. As a "Cash Kid" myself, I've learned that when it comes to investing and growing your wealth the earlier you start the better! I'm here to share my knowledge and experiences with you, to help you navigate the exciting world of investing and money management. Whether you're a fellow 6th grader just starting out, or an adult looking to revamp your financial strategy, my mission is to empower you with the tools and confidence you need to succeed. Together, we'll explore the ins and outs of investing, saving, and building a business that aligns with your unique talents and interests. So, are you ready to join the "Cash Kid" movement? Remember, the best time to start investing in yourself and your future is TODAY! Let's embark on this thrilling journey together and pave the way for a generation of financially savvy and entrepreneurial-minded individuals. Get ready to unlock your potential and become the "Cash Kid" you were always meant to be! https://www.cashkidpodcast.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, November 08, 2024
Episode 329 - Podcast Spotlight - Next Level University with Alan and Kevin - NaPodPoMo what is next level university?At Next Level University, we are committed to helping you get to the next level of your life, love, health, and wealth. No matter where you are in life, there is always a next level. Through podcast episodes, weekly meetups and one-on-one and group coaching, we share tips, strategies, and lessons we’ve learned along the way to help you get to the next level! https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Thu, November 07, 2024
Episode 328 - Podcast Spotlight - Outrage Overload with David Beckemeyer - NaPodPoMo 2024 Tired of media outrage? Discover how outrage media fuels political polarization and stress. Join us for expert insights, balanced discussions, and practical strategies to reduce outrage, improve mental health, and foster civil discourse. https://outrageoverload.net/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Wed, November 06, 2024
Oh How I Dislike Spammy Emails, Especially When They Don't Even Know Your Name, How Do You Deal With Podcast Spam As a podcaster, do you get junk, spam emails trying to sell you stuff - isn't it frustrating? I keep getting emails from the same guy and for some reason, he doesn't even take the time to know my name - apparently my name is Amanda according to his emails. Curious - what do you do with spam emails that tear down your podcast, that tell you how poorly your show is doing and how they have all the answers to fix all that is wrong with your show. How do you handle spam emails from sales people in podcasting? Don't worry, you are doing great - well enough apparently to catch the attention of the spammers - so at least you got that going for you! Dave ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, November 06, 2024
Episode 327 - Podcast Spotlight - Long Covid MD with Dr. Zeest Khan - NaPodPoMo 2024 About Podcast Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself. On “Long Covid, MD” she translates complex medical research into actionable steps for meaningful recovery. Dr Khan empowers patients with science-backed insights, demystifies the health care system, and shares her personal journey navigating new limitations. Whether you or a loved one has Long Covid, tune in to gain clarity and learn tools to maintain a meaningful life after diagnosis. Discover hope, understanding and resilience on every episode of Long Covid, MD. https://longcovidmd.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Tue, November 05, 2024
Episode 326 - NaPodPoMo - Debbie McCulloch - Host of Older and Bolder, Answers 3 Podcast Questions Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in your podcasting journey and how you overcame it? What tools or resources do you find indispensable for your podcast planning, production, or promotion? All content for Older & Bolder is the property of Debbie McCulloch and is served directly from their servers with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podbay in any way. https://olderandbolder.ca/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Mon, November 04, 2024
Question of the Month - November 2024 - How Do You Incorporate Gratitude and Reflection into your Podcast Content Have your say and let listeners know about your podcast! In a month and season of thanksgiving here in North America, we need to raise our level of gratitude and be thankful for all that we have! I would love to know how you incorporate gratitude and reflection into your podcast content year round! __ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, November 04, 2024
Episode 325 - NaPodPoMo - JJ Holley, Host of What's Your Ripple, Answers 3 Podcast Questions Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in your podcasting journey and how you overcame it? What tools or resources do you find indispensable for your podcast planning, production, or promotion? A Podcast capturing true tales and stories of how ordinary people are making extraordinary Ripples in peoples lives, changing their lives forever. https://ripple-retreat.com/whats-your-ripple-gratitude-influence-ripple-effect-journey-true-stories-podcast/ https://ripple-retreat.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sun, November 03, 2024
E324 - Scarlett Classic, Host of Classic Advice Podcast, Answers 3 Podcast Questions - NaPodPoMo Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in your podcasting journey and how you overcame it? What tools or resources do you find indispensable for your podcast planning, production, or promotion? About Podcast Hi my name is Scarlett Classic. My goal and reason for making this podcast is the simple reason that I want to pay it forward. I'd like to pass on the life lessons, coping skills and general life advice that myself and my co-host have learnt over this adventure call life! My aim is to create a community around my podcast and create a space for us all to join together and do life together. To be there for each other and lift each other up through the journey. Please visit my website: www.classicchronicles.ca and shoot me a e-mail. I love hearing from my listeners. https://classicchronicles.ca/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Sat, November 02, 2024
E323 - Emily Aborn - Host of THE CONTENT WITH CHARACTER PODCAST, 3 Podcast Questions - NaPodPoMo Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in your podcasting journey and how you overcame it? What tools or resources do you find indispensable for your podcast planning, production, or promotion? WHAT'S CONTENT WITH CHARACTER ALL ABOUT? Out-of-the-box content creation, marketing, and visibility! If you’re ready to take action, and experiment with some unconventional approaches to content creation and visibility, this podcast is for you! Content with Character is the catalyst for your marketing. Content Copywriter, yours truly (Emily Aborn), will be by your side every step of the way and keep you laughing and learning as you create content with more inspiration and ease! I help you share your big ideaswith the world and stand out in a way that’s distinctly YOU. New episodes air weekly on Tuesdays https://emilyaborn.com/content-creationpodcast/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, November 01, 2024
Episode 322 - Michelle Glogovac Host of My Simplified Life Answers 3 Podcast Questions - NaPodPoMo Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! Michelle Glogovac, Host of the My Simplified Life Podcast answers these three questions on this episode! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in your podcasting journey and how you overcame it? What tools or resources do you find indispensable for your podcast planning, production, or promotion? Be sure to check out all things Michelle at https://themlgcollective.com/ ___ In 2007, 50 podcasters participated in the first ever National Podcast Post Month aka NaPodPoMo. Created by Jennifer Navarrete as an answer for an audio version to other 30 day challenges happening in the month of November. NaPodPoMo is a month long event along the same vein as National Novel Writing Month aka NaNoWriMo. The difference? Well, instead of writing a 50,000 word novel, you podcast every day for 30 days from November 1st-30th. Use any platform you desire. From full production studio to iPhone app and just about anything in between. The goal of NaPodPoMo is to use the challenge of podcasting daily as a form of podcasting bootcamp. For some, NaPodPoMo may be their first foray into podcasting. For others, it is a chance to try out a new platform or start another show. There are no hard and fast rules as to how you do this. If on November 30th you have recorded 30 shows, then you win. https://napodpomo.org/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, October 31, 2024
Question of the Month - October 2024 - What Was The Last Podcast That You Recommended to Someone and Why - Your Responses Your responses to the Question of the Month: What was the last podcast that you recommended and why did you recommend it? Dave's choice: The Mel Robbins Podcast You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. Mel Robbins is one of the world’s most widely booked and followed podcast hosts and authors. https://www.melrobbins.com ___ https://pod.link/1646101002/episode/83367d33ccfad6f3388cd07b88e07058 Bill Monty's Three Shows https://talesfromsouthflorida.com/ https://babyboomer.org/shows/bill-montys-guide-for-getting-older/ https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUInfn56e8xVcktwLBIwcAxGAKSqYmx5w&si=wfnpZ0ikRoVOUbBU Bill's Recommended Show: Paul Giamatti’s CHINWAG with Stephen Asma chin-wag: to have a chat, a friendly conversation. Actor Paul Giamatti and Stephen Asma, author and philosopher, join forces for a freewheeling series of conversations that dive deep (like, really, really deep) into the wilderness of the mind. Featuring prominent guests from diverse fields, Chinwag is esoteric in the best way possible, as Paul and Stephen delve into anything and everything: Are we living in a simulation? What’s the most perfect sentence in literature? Is Bigfoot interdimensional? Science, the occult, philosophy, magic mushrooms… it’s all fair game! Unexpected, hilarious, and maybe even profound — Chinwag is all about having a really, really good chat. Website: https://chinwagpod.fm https://pod.link/1670711233 ___ Jonathan Marsh's podcast Afterlight Fictions - Welcome to your podcast for enjoying fables, myths and melodies from a variety of styles and genres. Stories are a mix of familiar and original works featuring music and sound effects to help immerse you in the world you're visiting. Whether you are looking for a spark in imagination, a relaxing voice to end
Wed, October 30, 2024
Episode 321 - CO-HOST - David Beckmeyer host of Outrage Overload, A.I. Notebook LM and Tools for Podcasters If you're a curious person fed up with outrage culture and looking for thoughtful, balanced discussions, this podcast is for you. 40 minutes every few weeks. It will change your life. Outrage Overload is a show dedicated to exploring the pervasive impact of outrage in society and politics, and providing strategies to lower the temperature. In each episode we explore a different aspect of the outrage industry with leading scientists, researchers, authors, community leaders, and other experts. Topics include political polarization, outrage exhaustion, extremism, civility, incivility, healthy conflict, disinformation, information literacy, outrage fatigue, stress, media, social media, and even technology and artificial intelligence.Join us to rediscover humanity in your rivals, improve your mental health, and find practical solutions to navigate the landscape of outrage. https://pod.link/1648992512 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Tue, October 29, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - A Podcaster's Tool That Shares the Truth About Podcasting, PodMatch Report Tool Reviewed Podcasting Industry Report Specifically for Independent Podcasters This report provides interview-based independent podcasters with relevant industry metrics by excluding data from celebrity and big network shows. https://podmatch.com/report https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, October 28, 2024
Episode 320 - CO-HOST - Pat Fenner - PodMatch, Capsule Podcasts, A.I. in Podcasting Pat has been writing online for almost 15 years. A self-taught podcaster, she now writes, edits, and manages shows for business owners who are mission-driven, client-oriented, and eager to get back to creating content and materials that serve their customers and clients with excellence! A retired home educator, Pat taught her 5 children and helped her husband with his business. Over the course of those years, she developed project management and administrative skills that she now uses to help fellow podcasters confidently produce and promote a quality show. Today, she lives, works, and spends time with her family in the Atlanta, GA area. https://patfenner.me/your-podcast-identity https://patfenner.me/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Sat, October 26, 2024
October Wrap-up, Question of the Month, National Podcast Post Month and New Meetups Reminder dear podcaster! We are nearing the end of October and if you want your podcast featured along with your answer to the question of the month for October, please respond now! Also, we have started a new PodLounge Tuesday Meetup at 2 pm eastern standard time each Tuesday afternoon in November for our community. If you can't make it to our Saturday morning 11 am est Meetups, try our Tuesday Meetup - our Tuesday Meetups are open Q&A format, so bring your questions! You do not have to be a podcaster to join in on the conversation, so join us now! Keep in mind that November is our 30 episodes in 30 days challenge, great stuff coming in just a few days! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, October 25, 2024
Episode 319 - CO-HOST - Danny Brown - Captivate.fm, Podcasting Without Gatekeepers, Podcasting 2.0 Hi, I’m Danny Brown. I’m host of several podcasts, and creator of several more. I’ve also written a few books, and sometimes share articles here to open up a conversation on being better people. Podcasts Currently I host or co-host the following shows: One Minute Podcast Tips, Pod Chat, The Little Pod of Inspiration, Podcaster Stories, and Mental Health and Us. In and Around Podcasting with Captivate.fm https://www.dannybrown.me/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, October 23, 2024
Episode 318 - The Art of Being a Great Interviewer, Mastering Curiosity and Connection Discover how curiosity and the ability to forge genuine connections can transform your interviews into engaging and insightful conversations.Key Topics Covered: The Power of Curiosity Building Genuine Connections Mastering the Art of Questioning Active Listening and Adaptability Creating a Comfortable Environment Ethical Considerations Continuous Improvement Conclusion: Mastering the art of interviewing is a continuous journey that combines curiosity, connection, and ethical considerations. By honing these skills, you can create meaningful conversations that resonate with your audience. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, October 21, 2024
Episode 317 - How To Be Memorable - Introduce Yourself as a Guest on a podcast or when meeting someone new To make a memorable introduction as a guest on a podcast or when meeting someone new, consider the following strategies: Key Elements of a Memorable Introduction Start with Your Current Role : Clearly state your current title and what you do. This grounds the listener in your expertise. Example: “I’m a digital marketing strategist helping brands connect with their audiences through innovative campaigns.” Highlight Your Experience : Briefly mention how long you've been in your field or any significant experiences that shaped your expertise. Example: “With over 10 years in the industry, I’ve worked with startups to Fortune 500 companies.” Include Notable Achievements : If applicable, mention any awards, recognitions, or publications that lend credibility. Example: “I was named one of the top 30 marketers to watch by Marketing Magazine last year.” Be Personal and Approachable : Share something relatable about yourself to create a connection. Example: “When I’m not strategizing marketing campaigns, you can find me hiking with my dog or experimenting with new recipes.” End with Enthusiasm : Conclude your introduction with excitement about the conversation ahead. Example: “I’m thrilled to be here and can’t wait to dive into today’s topic!” Structure for Podcast Introductions When introducing yourself on a podcast, consider this structure: Greeting : Start with a friendly hello. Your Name and Role : Clearly state who you are and what you do. Key Highlights : Mention your experience and achievements succinctly. Personal Touch : Add a relatable fact about yourself. Transition to the Topic : Express enthusiasm for the discussion. Example Introduction “Hi everyone! I’m [Your Name], a digital marketing strategist with over 10 years of experience helping brands connect with their audiences. I was recently featured in Marketing Magazine as one of the top marketers to watch. Outside of work, I love hiking and trying out new recipes. I’m really excited to discuss [Podcast Topic] today!” By following these guidelines, you can create an introduction that is not only informative but also engaging, making it easier for others to remember you. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://
Fri, October 18, 2024
Episode 316 - CO-HOST - Alan Lazaros - Next Level University - helping you get to the next level of your life, love, health, and wealth What is next level university? At Next Level University, we are committed to helping you get to the next level of your life, love, health, and wealth. No matter where you are in life, there is always a next level. Through podcast episodes, weekly meetups and one-on-one and group coaching, we share tips, strategies, and lessons we’ve learned along the way to help you get to the next level! Alan Lazaros - CEO, Founder & Co-Host At 26, Alan was involved in a nearly fatal car accident that made him question everything. What if this was it? Did I live a life true to myself? Not liking the answers, he decided to take control of his thoughts and his life, and change forever. https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, October 16, 2024
Episode 315 - How Self-Absorption Stifles Podcasting - Addressing the Challenges of Ego in Podcasting The issue of self-absorption in podcasting has indeed become a significant concern, potentially stifling content creation and community building. This trend mirrors broader issues seen in social media and content creation in general. Impact of Self-Absorption on Content Creation Self-absorption can negatively impact podcast content creation in several ways: Narrow Focus : When podcasters become overly focused on themselves, they may lose sight of their audience's needs and interests. This can lead to content that fails to resonate with listeners Lack of Empathy : Self-absorbed creators often struggle to connect with their audience on a deeper level. This lack of empathy can result in content that feels disconnected or inauthentic Reduced Collaboration : An inflated ego can make podcasters less likely to collaborate with others, limiting the diversity of perspectives and ideas in their content The Shift from Community Building to Self-Promotion The podcasting landscape has seen a noticeable shift towards self-promotion, which can be detrimental to community building: Focus on Vanity Metrics : Many podcasters become fixated on download numbers, rankings, and awards, often at the expense of creating meaningful content and fostering genuine connections with their audience Uneven Recognition : The podcast industry's tendency to celebrate a small percentage of highly successful shows can lead to frustration and demotivation among the vast majority of podcasters who don't achieve similar levels of fame or financial success The Impact of Inflated Egos on Podcasting Inflated egos have affected the podcasting ecosystem in several ways: Unrealistic Expectations : Many new podcasters enter the field with inflated expectations of quick success, leading to disappointment and potentially abandoning their shows prematurely. Quality vs. Quantity : The drive for recognition can push some podcasters to prioritize quantity over quality, resulting in a flood of content that may not add significant value to listeners. Neglect of Niche Audiences : The focus on achieving broad appeal can lead podcasters to neglect smaller, dedicated niche audiences who might benefit most from their content. Addressing the IssueTo combat these challenges, podcasters should consider: Refocusing on Audience Needs : Prioritize creating content that genuinely serves and engages your audience, rather than solely promoting yourself. Building Authentic Connections : Foster real relationships with listeners through genuine interaction and community building efforts. Embracing Collaborati
Bonus · Tue, October 15, 2024
Podcast Tip For Audience Growth and Retention, Meetups, Question of the Month and October Updates Frustrated with the growth of your podcast audience, Dave shares how you can refocus your attention on your audience and grow your listeners As well, a reminder of the National Podcast Post Month #NaPodPoMo for November - if you want to partcipate, I am looking for podcasters to promote their show and answer 3 questions that will help a fellow podcaster - interested? Our Question of the Month is out there for October - join the conversation and promote your show on this podcast by partcipating Check out our weekly Podcaster Meetups - it is all about community, and we would love if you could join us! All the details can be found at our website link below! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, October 14, 2024
Episode 314 - Are Podcasters Ditching Social Media? Exploring Alternatives for Community Engagement in 2024 In 2024, there's indeed a growing trend of podcasters reassessing their relationship with social media platforms. This shift is driven by several factors, including concerns about return on investment (ROI) and a desire for more control over audience engagement. Declining ROI on Social Media Podcasters are finding that the time and effort invested in social media platforms may not be yielding the expected returns. The ROI for social media efforts has become increasingly difficult to measure and justify: Organic reach on platforms like Facebook and Instagram has significantly decreased, with only a small fraction of content being shown to followers without paid promotion The constant need to create platform-specific content is time-consuming and often doesn't directly translate to podcast listenership growth. Push for Community Building Off Social Platforms Many podcasters are now focusing on building communities and fostering engagement outside of traditional social media: Email newsletters are seeing a resurgence as a way to directly communicate with listeners. Dedicated community platforms like Discord or Slack are being used to create more intimate and engaged listener groups. Podcasters are investing in their own websites and forums to host discussions and interact with their audience Alternatives to Traditional Social Platforms As podcasters seek alternatives, several options are gaining traction: Podcast-specific platforms : Apps and websites designed specifically for podcast discovery and community building are emerging. Niche social networks : Smaller, topic-focused social platforms that align closely with podcast themes are becoming popular. Direct messaging apps : Platforms like WhatsApp or Telegram are being used to create more personal connections with listeners. Live streaming : Platforms like Twitch or YouTube Live are being utilized for real-time interaction with audiences. The Changing Landscape of Social Media in 2024 While social media hasn't lost all its attraction, its role in podcasters' strategies is evolving: There's a growing emphasis on quality over quantity in social media content. Podcasters are becoming more selective about which platforms they use, focusing on those that align best with their audience and goals. The "pay-to-play" model of social media is pushing some podcasters to explore organic growth strategies elsewhere Impact on Podcast Marketing This shift is changing how podcasters approach marketing: More focus is being placed on search engine optimization (SEO) fo
Fri, October 11, 2024
Episode 313 - Navigating Podcast Guesting - Benefits and Drawbacks of Working with Booking Agencies for Hosts and Guests Guesting agencies help guests find great shows and when a great releationship between potential guest, guesting agency and podcast host exists a guesting agency is very helpful for all involved. The downside can be for podcast hosts that do not benefit financially from this interaction and this can be a bit unfair. Interested to hear of any downside for a guest working with an agency and a recap of the pros and cons in regards to working with a podcast guesting agency from the perspective of a guest and the host of a podcast Podcast guesting agencies play a significant role in connecting guests with podcast hosts, but their impact varies for different parties involved. Let's examine the benefits and potential drawbacks for both podcasters and guests. Benefits for Podcasters Quality Guest Selection : Guesting agencies often have access to a wide pool of potential guests, including experts and thought leaders in various fields. This can help podcasters secure high-quality guests who might otherwise be difficult to reach. Time-Saving : By working with agencies, podcasters can reduce the time and effort spent on guest outreach and scheduling. This allows them to focus more on content creation and production. Consistent Content Flow : Agencies can help ensure a steady stream of guests, which is crucial for maintaining a regular publishing schedule Drawbacks for Podcasters Lack of Financial Compensation : One significant downside is that podcasters typically don't receive financial compensation from these arrangements, despite providing a platform for guests to promote themselves or their businesses Potential Mismatch : There's a risk of receiving guests who may not align perfectly with the podcast's audience or theme, especially if the agency prioritizes quantity over quality Loss of Personal Touch : Relying heavily on agencies might lead to less personalized guest selection and reduce direct relationships between hosts and guests Benefits for Guests Increased Exposure : Guesting agencies can help secure appearances on relevant podcasts, expanding the guest's reach and visibility. Time Efficiency : Guests can save considerable time and effort by outsourcing the process of finding and securing podcast appearances. Professional Representation : Agencies can present guests in the best possible light, crafting compelling pitches and managing the booking process professionally Potential Drawbacks for Guests Cost : The primary downside for guests is the cost associated with hiring a guesting agency, which can be substantial Less Control : Guests ma
Wed, October 09, 2024
Episode 312 - CO-HOST - Nadine Pittam - Two Sides To Podcasting, Can A Podcast Fix You, What is the Tone of Your Podcast This Won't Fix You I am a psychotherapist, and I am also the host of a podcast called This Won't Fix You. Being a psychotherapist means I encounter loads of really interesting ways of looking at life. Granted, it’s often ways of looking at life’s struggles… but anyway, it occurred to me one day that if I could find a way to share some of them it might be interesting for other people. And though may be helpful, it is not intended to be a substitute for therapy. There is no shortcut to the valuable work that goes on in the consulting room. So if I’ve read or heard a funky idea, I’ll lift it from the book or the talk or the session, and I will offer it to you. It’s like I’ve run a highlighter through my books so you can be presented with what I’ve highlighted!! Rest assured, if the idea comes from someone else I will always credit that person, and there is definitely water-tight confidentiality for my clients. https://www.nadinepittam.com/ https://www.thiswontfixyou.com/2338980 https://www.thiswontfixyou.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, October 07, 2024
Episode 311 - Refocusing on Your Podcast's Purpose - Getting Back on Track with your Podcast Refocusing on Your Podcast's Purpose To overcome an unfocused podcast and to serve your audience better: Clarify Your Mission: Revisit why you started your podcast and who you're trying to serve. Simplify Your Approach: Focus on creating valuable content consistently rather than perfection. Build Sustainable Habits: Create a podcasting routine that fits into your life without causing stress. Embrace Your Uniqueness: Concentrate on developing your authentic voice and perspective. Measure What Matters: Look at listener feedback and engagement alongside traditional metrics. Connect with Your Community: Engage with your listeners and fellow podcasters for support and inspiration. Remember, podcasting should be enjoyable for both you and your listeners. By avoiding these common pitfalls and focusing on what truly matters – creating valuable content for your audience – you can build a sustainable and fulfilling podcasting practice. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, October 04, 2024
Episode 310 - Alex Sanfilippo - PodMatch, Podcast Networks, AI Hosts in Podcasting and Apples PodMatch was created to serve you in your podcasting journey on either side of the microphone PodMatch elevates the voices of independent podcast hosts and guests to maximize their impact We develop software solutions that make the entire podcasting process more cost-effective, less time-consuming, and all-around a more joyous experience. PodMatch saves an average of 13 back-and-forth messages and 3 hours of administration, per interview. We free up your time so you can spend it doing the parts of podcasting that you love (on either side of the mic). Our Core Values Our Core Values are what drive us. Here's who we are as a company and what you can expect when you work with us HUMAN TO HUMAN Customers, users, clients; these are words you’ll never hear us say. If you’re part of PodMatch, you’re a member. As a member of our community/family, you will never be treated like a “number”; instead, you’ll be treated respectfully as you deserve. If you communicate with us on any level, you’ll be warmly greeted by a person ready to serve. SEEK TO SERVE We carry no sense of entitlement. We’re here to serve others, not ourselves. We believe in servant leadership as modeled by Jesus from the Bible. Our internal goals are not to increase our revenue or signups. Instead, we seek to offer solutions that help our members reach their goals faster and more efficiently. CRAZY AGILE We’re bootstrapped and have not taken any investor capital. Because no one owns us, we can get it done for our members. When our members share a good idea, we deliver fast. We’re crazy agile in giving our members what’s valuable for them as quickly as possible and then focusing on continuous improvement. Want to sign up for PodMatch - please use our special affiliate link! https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia https://podmatch.com/help/full-walkthrough-of-workflows-by-podmatch-how-to-use-it https://podmatch.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbVVLNThqUkdqTS1XX0FWUUFad09PMDJ0Q2x5d3xBQ3Jtc0trR0dYRU8zWU
Wed, October 02, 2024
Episode 309 - Transform Your Podcast - 5 Strategies to Turn Listeners into Engaged Community Members Chris Brogan likes to say that the difference between an audience and a community is, which direction the chairs are facing. The chairs had been turned to face each other and the experience was richer for it. Your podcast like all podcasts is largely a one-to-many Affair. On a virtual live event is a great opportunity for you to rethink that relationship entirely break the fourth wall and invite your audience in to co-create the experience. Letting in those listeners who want to be a part of the show whenever possible is always good advice whether for an event or the Regular Show. Even people who would never call the request line at a radio station like to know that it's at least possible. Acknowledging your audience as integral to the show and its content is something you really can't do enough of Some people will take you up on it and some won't, but it will mean something to almost all of them. Chris Brogan's insight about the difference between an audience and a community is profound and highly relevant for podcasters looking to deepen engagement. Let's explore how this concept can be applied to enhance podcast audience interaction: Turning the Chairs: From Audience to CommunityBrogan's analogy of chair direction perfectly encapsulates the shift from passive listening to active participation. For podcasters, this means: Breaking the Fourth Wall Acknowledge your listeners as active participants rather than passive consumers. Directly address them, ask for their input, and make them feel like co-creators of the show Virtual Live Events Host live recording sessions or Q&A events where listeners can interact in real-time. This creates a sense of immediacy and shared experience that strengthens community bonds Strategies for Community-Building Open Lines of Communication Establish multiple channels for listeners to contribute, such as: • Dedicated voicemail lines for questions and comments • Active social media accounts where you regularly engage • Email newsletters that encourage replies • Community forums or Discord servers for ongoing discussions Incorporate Listener Content Make it a regular feature to include listener contributions in your episodes. This could be: • Reading out comments or questions • Playing voice messages • Dedicating segments to listener stories or experiences Collaborative Episodes Occasionally produce episodes that are entirely driven by listener input. This could be a "mailbag" episode answering accumulated questions or a themed episode where listeners share their perspectives on a topic The Power of Possibility Even if only a fraction of your audience actively participates, knowing that the opportunity exists is valuable to all listeners. It transforms the podcast from a one-way broadcast into a potential dialogue, making the experience richer and more engaging for everyone involved By consistently acknowledgin
Bonus · Tue, October 01, 2024
Question of the Month - October 2024 - What Was The Last Podcast That You Recommended to Someone and Why Hello October! Autumn is in the air here in Canada, leaves are turning colour, nights are cooler, sweaters are being pulled out of storage and it is a beautiful time of the year! We are posing our next Question of the Month to you! For the month of October 2024 - the question is this "What was the last podcast that your recommended to someone and why did you recommend it?" Word of Mouth Marketing has a great return on investment - we trust when someone we know and love recommends something to us, we generally act on their recommendation because we know them and they know us - we trust their opinion! So, I would love to know, what podcast have you recommended recently and what is it about that show that made you feel compelled to share it with someone in your world? My recommendation would be the Mel Robbins Podcast - I love what she does and how she does it! Check her out here >>> So, it is that easy - head over to our HowToPodcast website and click the SpeakPipe link and record your answer to the question of the month - be sure to include your name, the name of your podcast, your website and your answer to the October Question of the Month! The Mel Robbins Podcast Tune in and buckle up – your life is about to change. New episodes of The Mel Robbins Podcast drop every Monday and Thursday. To learn more about Mel, go deeper into every episode, find the resources and research she mentions, or submit a topic or question, check out https://www.melrobbins.com https://pod.link/1646101002 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, September 30, 2024
How Being A Tourist Can Make You and Your Podcast Better - Put Yourself In New Places to Spark Your Podcast Content We were in Calgary Alberta for the first time in September at PodSummit 2024. We had a great time meeting fellow podcasters, attending sessions and hanging out in this beautiful city. We had the chance to go to Banff Alberta for dinner with long time friends and it was great to be a tourist, taking in the majesty of the city of Banff and the mountains that seem to just appear out of nowhere! It makes you appreciate how small we all are in this big world and how great our planet is! When was the last time that you were a tourist? When was the last time you put yourself in a new environment? This does not require jumping onto a plan and flying across the country, it can be as simple as going into the coffee shop you pass by daily and that you have never been in, to check out a little shop that you are curious about, to take a different way to work that you never take. Putting ourselves in new environments and unfamiliar places heightens our awareness of our surroundings and resets our brain! Meeting new people expands your connections and interactions - meeting someone different than you, from a different place helps you realize that you are not the center of your own world - there is a bigger world out there and exposing ourselves to it makes us better people! So, if you feel a little punchy, a little bored in your routine, if you podcast is kinda becoming just "a thing that you do" instead of "a passion that you love" put yourself somewhere new - it will help you reconnect with yourself and with your world, and that is where creativity is sparked, new ideas come and great connections result! Tell me about your touristic approach to your podcast and how you are putting yourself in unfamiliar waters, I would love to hear how doing so has made your podcast and your own life better! Keep podcasting, and keep being you! Dave https://www.podsummit.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, September 30, 2024
Episode 308 - From Command to Connection -Transforming Podcast Engagement with Pathways to Action The concept of a "call to action" (CTA) has deep roots in marketing and advertising, but its application in podcasting requires a more nuanced approach. Let's explore the history of CTAs and how podcasters can adapt this concept to better serve their listeners. Evolution of the Call to Action The term "call to action" originated in traditional advertising, where marketers sought to prompt immediate responses from consumers Initially, CTAs were direct commands like "Buy Now!" or "Call Today!" designed to drive sales or generate leads. As marketing evolved, so did CTAs, becoming more sophisticated and tailored to specific audience segments and platforms. Rethinking CTAs for Podcasting In podcasting, the traditional CTA model often falls short. Podcasts are an intimate medium, fostering a personal connection between host and listener. This relationship calls for a more thoughtful approach to engagement.Instead of a "call to action," podcasters should consider creating a "path to action" - a gentler, more audience-centric approach that prioritizes listener benefit over host or sponsor gain. From Command to Opportunity Bad CTA Example : "Don't forget to rate and review our show on Apple Podcasts!" This common podcast CTA focuses solely on benefiting the podcast, without offering value to the listener. Improved Approach : "If you found today's discussion on personal finance helpful, we'd love to hear your thoughts. Sharing your perspective in a review helps other listeners discover content that might benefit them too." This approach frames the action as an opportunity for the listener to contribute to a community and help others, rather than a command to perform a task for the podcast's benefit. Audience-First Engagement Bad CTA Example : "Visit our website to buy our merchandise!" This direct sales pitch can feel jarring and self-serving in the context of a podcast. Improved Approach : "We've curated a collection of resources related to today's topic on our website, including some exclusive content for our listeners. While you're there, you might also want to check out our merch store, where each purchase helps support the show." This approach leads with value for the listener, making the commercial aspect secondary and optional. Creating Interactive Experiences Bad CTA Example : "Follow us on social media!" This generic request doesn't provide a compelling reason for listeners to engage. Improved Approach : "Join our vibrant community on Instagram, where we continue the conversation from each episode. Share your insights using #[PodcastName], and you might hear your thoughts discussed on next week's show!" This invites l
Bonus · Mon, September 30, 2024
Question of the Month - September 2024 - Advice For New Podcasters - Your Responses Classic Advice - Becoming a Better You and Giving Hope! https://pod.link/1737628452 ___ Older & Bolder with Debbie McCullochCelebrating people who are fearless, fabulous & fifty-plus! https://olderandbolder.ca/ ___ Welcome to Moms Without Capes , hosted by licensed therapist and mom of six, Onnie Michalsky. This podcast is dedicated to helping moms who feel exhausted and burnt out from always putting their families first. Onnie shares practical solutions, personal stories, and expert advice to help you reclaim your sense of self, practice self-care, and rediscover who you are beyond motherhood. Tune in weekly for a mix of solo episodes and guest interviews, and start your journey towards a more fulfilling life today. https://www.momswithoutcapes.com/ ___ What’s Your Ripple? - A Podcast capturing true life tales and stories of how ordinary people like you and me are making extraordinary Ripples in peoples lives, changing their lives forever. https://pod.link/1744452102 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, September 27, 2024
Episode 307 - Overcoming Podcasting Pitfalls - Tips to Simplify, Commit, and Thrive Podcasters often sabotage their own success by falling into four common traps: over-complication, over-commitment, over-competitiveness, and being overly critical of success metrics. Here's how these issues can hurt your podcast and what you can do to overcome them: Over-Complication The Problem: Many podcasters try to do too much, creating complex formats or intricate production processes that are difficult to sustain. How It Hurts: Increases production time and stress Can lead to inconsistent release schedules May confuse or overwhelm listeners Solution: Simplify your format and focus on your core message Streamline your production process Remember that content quality often trumps production complexity Over-Commitment The Problem: Podcasters often set unrealistic goals or commit to unsustainable publishing schedules. How It Hurts: Leads to burnout and decreased content quality Can result in missed episodes, disappointing listeners May cause you to lose passion for your podcast Solution: Set a realistic publishing schedule that you can maintain long-term Build a content buffer by batching episodes Don't be afraid to adjust your commitments as needed Over-Competitiveness The Problem: Constantly comparing your podcast to others can lead to discouragement or imitation rather than innovation. How It Hurts: Stifles creativity and authenticity Can lead to copying others instead of developing your unique voice May cause you to lose sight of your podcast's original purpose Solution: Focus on your unique value proposition Collaborate with other podcasters instead of viewing them as competition Use inspiration from others to improve, not imitate Overly Critical of Success Metrics The Problem: Obsessing over download numbers, rankings, or other metrics can lead to discouragement and short-sighted decision-making. How It Hurts: Can lead to compromising content quality for quick gains May cause you to overlook meaningful but less quantifiable success indicators Often results in unnecessary stress and anxiety Solution: Define success on your own terms, beyond just numbers Focus on engagement and impact rather than just reach Celebrate small wins and gradual growth ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast <a href="https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners" targe
Bonus · Thu, September 26, 2024
Two Things That You Can Do Today To Make You A Smarter Podcaster - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Do you want to be the smartest podcaster? Is that attainable? Not sure, but our podcasts could benefit from acting on these two things. First - put in the work behind the scenes that nobody sees - be proud of your work, your research, your show and your audience and show up for them every time! Second - the shorter the question, the smarter the host - short, pointed questions are better by far than 4 minute question setups, back story to why you are asking this specific question and layered questions with questions within a question that confuses the guest, the listener, heck, even you as a host forgets what you even asked... Don't loose your audience with wordy questions - keep your questions shorter! Try it! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Wed, September 25, 2024
Question of the Month for September Reminder - What is ONE Piece of Advice You Would Have for a New Podcaster Reminder! I want to hear your thoughts for this month's question of the month! Have your say at HowToPodcast.ca! Tell us your name, tell us about your podcast and answer this question for September.... "What is ONE piece of advice that you would give to a new podcaster?" You can answer via our SpeakPipe link on HowToPodcast.ca or, if you feel more comfortable, email us your response and we will throw your email response into a voice generator so that we can hear your response! If you have a preference, let me know if you prefer a male, female or child's voice to word your email - otherwise, I will make my best guess from a library of A.I. voices. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Wed, September 25, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - I Don't Know Who Joe Rogan Is, How Would You Explain Podcasting to Someone That Has Never Heard of Podcasting How would you explain podcasting to a person that has zero concept of technology, famous podcasters like Joe Rogan, audio streaming, YouTube - like a completely uninitiated, non-podcast listener? I would love to hear your explanation of podcasting and then to have you try it this week on a non-podcast listener in your space, community or family. We need more active podcast listeners in our space, not just to our own show (which would be nice) but, to podcasting in general - we need to promote podcasting to the world as podcasters! So let's hear your best promo for the podcasting space, how would you explain podcasting to a new potential podcast listener? Have your say at HowToPodcast.ca ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, September 25, 2024
Episode 306 - Overcoming the Fear of Success - A Podcaster's Guide to Thriving in Podcasting Action Plan for Podcasters: Overcome Challenges and Grow Your Show Embrace Your Potential Acknowledge your fear of success and write down your concerns Visualize your ideal podcast and set small goals to expand your comfort zone Manage Your Ego Practice gratitude for your audience Seek feedback from trusted peers Regularly reflect on how to improve your content Overcome Haters Filter negative comments Engage with positive feedback and use criticism to grow Commit to Long-Term Growth Plan content 6-12 months ahead Set a consistent release schedule Partner with other podcasters for accountability Handle Praise Gracefully Redirect compliments to highlight your message Share credit with your team and guests Embrace Your Worth Update your media kit with achievements Set fair rates for sponsorships and collaborations Invest in personal development Build a Supportive Community Offer exclusive content for engaged listeners Collaborate with other creators Stay Authentic Share personal stories and stay true to your values Be transparent about your journey Continuously Innovate Experiment with new formats Stay updated on industry trends Involve your audience in content development Practice Self-Care Schedule breaks to avoid burnout Build a support network of fellow creators By following these steps, you’ll grow your podcast while staying authentic and connected to your audience. Success is a journey—enjoy the process! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, September 23, 2024
Episode 305 - Reality Check - 5 Lies You Need to Stop Telling Yourself About Your Podcast Here are 5 common lies that podcasters often tell themselves about their podcasts: "My audience will grow organically without any promotion" This is a dangerous misconception. While organic growth can happen, it's rare for podcasts to gain a significant audience without active promotion and marketing efforts. Successful podcasters understand that growing an audience requires consistent outreach, networking, and strategic promotion across various platforms. "I need expensive equipment to produce a quality podcast" Many new podcasters believe they need top-of-the-line gear to create a professional-sounding show. In reality, you can produce high-quality audio with relatively inexpensive equipment. The most important factors are your recording environment and technique, not necessarily the price tag of your microphone. "My content is so good, I don't need to worry about editing" Even the best content can benefit from thoughtful editing. Editing isn't just about removing mistakes; it's about crafting a more engaging and polished listening experience. Neglecting this step can result in a less professional-sounding podcast that may turn listeners away "I can talk about anything and everything on my podcast" While flexibility in content can be good, having a clear niche or focus is crucial for building and retaining an audience. A podcast without a defined topic or theme may struggle to attract and keep listeners who are looking for specific content "Once I launch my podcast, success will come quickly" Podcasting success rarely happens overnight. It often takes time, consistency, and persistence to build an audience and see significant growth. Many podcasters give up too soon, not realizing that success in podcasting is often a long-term endeavor These misconceptions can hinder a podcaster's growth and success. By recognizing and addressing these lies, podcasters can develop more realistic expectations and strategies for their shows. Remember, successful podcasting typically requires a combination of quality content, consistent effort, strategic promotion, and patience. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, September 20, 2024
Episode 304 - The Second Law of Thermodynamics and How Entropy Can Cause Your Podcast To Break Down Over Time The second law of thermodynamics, which states that entropy (disorder) in an isolated system tends to increase over time, can indeed be applied metaphorically to podcasting. Just as systems tend to break down without external input, podcasts can lose momentum, quality, and audience engagement if not actively maintained and nurtured. Here's how we can keep our podcast healthy and growing, drawing parallels to combating entropy: Energy Input: Consistent Content Creation Thermodynamic Parallel: In thermodynamics, energy input is required to maintain order and prevent system breakdown. Podcasting Application: Maintain a consistent release schedule Continuously generate fresh, relevant content Invest time and resources in research and preparation Adaptation: Evolving with Your Audience Thermodynamic Parallel: Systems that adapt to changing environments are more likely to survive and thrive. Podcasting Application: Regularly analyze listener feedback and metrics Adjust content and format based on audience preferences Stay current with industry trends and topics Quality Control: Refining Your Process Thermodynamic Parallel: Efficient systems minimize waste and maximize useful output. Podcasting Application: Continuously improve audio quality and production values Refine your hosting skills and interview techniques Edit content ruthlessly to maintain high standards Interconnectivity: Building a Podcast Ecosystem Thermodynamic Parallel: Open systems that exchange energy with their environment are more stable than isolated ones. Podcasting Application: Collaborate with other podcasters and guests Engage with your audience through social media and live events Cross-promote with complementary content creators Diversity: Expanding Your Content Horizons Thermodynamic Parallel: Diverse systems are generally more resilient to changes and disruptions. Podcasting Application: Experiment with different episode formats (interviews, solo shows, panel discussions) Cover a range of topics within your niche Incorporate multimedia elements (video, social media content) Regular Maintenance: Podcast Health Checks Thermodynamic Parallel: Regular maintenance prevents system degradation and extends longevity. Podcasting Application: Conduct periodic reviews of your podcast's performance Update equipment and software as needed Refresh your podcast artwork and description periodically Energy Conservation: Efficient Resource Use Thermodynamic
Wed, September 18, 2024
Episode 303 - Seasonal vs. Non-Seasonal Podcasts - Understanding the Trends and Making the Right Choice For Your Show The use of seasons in podcasting offers both benefits and challenges. Here's an overview of the pros and cons, along with some data on seasonal versus non-seasonal podcasts:Benefits of Using Seasons in Podcasting Content Planning and Quality Control Allows for better planning and organization of content Provides time to research and prepare high-quality episodes Preventing Burnout Gives hosts and production teams scheduled breaks Helps maintain enthusiasm and creativity Marketing Opportunities Creates anticipation for new season launches Allows for promotional campaigns between seasons Flexibility in Format Enables experimentation with different themes or formats each season Facilitates natural evolution of the podcast over time Audience Engagement Can create a sense of excitement for returning seasons Allows for audience feedback to be incorporated into new seasons Challenges of Using Seasons in Podcasting Potential Audience Loss Risk of losing some listeners during breaks between seasons According to the search results, even a break of just a couple of weeks can lead to audience drop-off Consistency Concerns Breaks in publishing can disrupt listener habits May affect podcast rankings and discoverability during off-seasons Momentum Loss Can be challenging to regain momentum after a long break Requires effort to re-engage audience with each new season Production Pressure May create pressure to produce a full season's worth of content in a shorter timeframe Can lead to rushed production if not well-planned Audience Confusion Listeners may be unclear about when to expect new episodes Requires clear communication about season schedules Seasonal vs. Non-Seasonal Podcasts While exact percentages are not provided, there are some insights into the prevalence and performance of seasonal versus non-seasonal (always-on) podcasts: Always-On Podcasts: The majority of top shows on Spotify are "always on," running weekly or daily throughout the year Consumption Rates: Always-on shows drive three times more consumption per show than seasonal shows Listener Preference: 75% of Spotify's podcast audience exclusively listens to always-on shows It's important to note that while seasonal podcasts may face challenges in maintaining audience engagement during breaks, they can still be successful with proper planning and communication. The key is t
Mon, September 16, 2024
Episode 302 - I Don't Know What To Podcast About - What Are The Current Content Gaps In Podcasting, Where Should I Start There are two content gaps currently in podcasting that could immediately serve an underserved listener base - Hyper local podcasts and podcasts for adults 50 years of age and older. Hyper local focused podcasts help fill the gap where local media has been overtaken by media outlets that do not have roots in the actual communities that they serve and adults 50 years of age and older do not tend to flock to podcasting as the content currently offered does not draw them in and focus on this stage of life. How can podcasters build a new podcast or tailor their content to reach one or both of these content gaps? Hyper-Local Podcasts Community-Focused Content Create content that directly addresses local issues, events, and personalities. Cover topics like: Local government decisions and their impact Upcoming community events and festivals Profiles of local businesses and entrepreneurs Historical stories about the area Collaboration with Local Entities Partner with local organizations to enhance content and reach: Interview local officials and community leaders Feature local artists, musicians, and authors Collaborate with schools for educational segments Work with local sports teams for insider coverage Interactive Elements Engage the community directly: Host live recording sessions at local venues Encourage listener submissions of local stories or questions Create a community forum for discussion of podcast topics Podcasts for Adults 50+ Age-Relevant Topics Focus on subjects that resonate with this demographic: Health and wellness for older adults Financial planning and retirement strategies Travel tips for seniors Technology guidance for the 50+ audience Life Stage-Specific Content Address unique experiences of this age group: Navigating relationships as empty nesters Career transitions and encore careers Grandparenting advice and stories Aging gracefully and staying active Nostalgic Elements Incorporate content that appeals to shared generational experiences: Retrospectives on significant historical events Discussion of classic films, music, and pop culture Interviews with icons from their youth Strategies for Both Demographics Accessible Format Ensure the podcast is easy to find and use: Provide clear instructions for accessing the podcast on various platforms
Fri, September 13, 2024
Episode 301 - From Monologue to Dialogue - How to Foster Audience Engagement in Your Podcast Practicing speaking and podcasting offers numerous benefits for improving your delivery and connecting with your audience. Here's how you can enhance your skills and create a more engaging podcast: Benefits of Practice Improved Fluency Regular practice helps you become more comfortable with speaking extemporaneously. By rehearsing both with and without a script, you can: Develop a more natural speaking rhythm Reduce filler words and pauses Improve your ability to articulate complex ideas clearly Enhanced Confidence As you practice, you'll gain confidence in your ability to communicate effectively. This confidence will come through in your voice, making your podcast more engaging and authoritative. Refined Content Delivery Practice allows you to: Identify areas where your content needs clarification Develop better transitions between topics Improve your ability to emphasize key points Podcasting vs. Audio Narration Conversational Tone Unlike audio narration, podcasting aims for a more conversational and personal approach. When podcasting: Use a more relaxed, informal tone Incorporate personal anecdotes and experiences Allow for spontaneity and natural speech patterns Audience Engagement Podcasts are designed to feel like a conversation with the listener. To achieve this: Address your audience directly, using "you" instead of general terms Pose questions or scenarios for listeners to consider Share relatable experiences that resonate with your audience Talking With Your Audience To create a more personal connection with your listeners: Visualize Your Listener Imagine you're speaking to a single person rather than a large audience. This helps create a more intimate and engaging tone Use Inclusive Language Incorporate phrases that make the listener feel involved, such as: "Let's explore this together" "I'd love to hear your thoughts on this" "You might be wondering..." Share Personal Insights Don't just present information; offer your own thoughts and experiences. This helps listeners connect with you on a more personal level. Encourage Interaction Invite listeners to engage with your content by: Asking for their opinions or experiences Encouraging them to reach out via social media or email Addressing listener questions or comments in future episodes By implementing these strategies and cons
Wed, September 11, 2024
Episode 300 - Hook Your Listeners, 4 Essential Tips for Getting to the Content Fast in Your Podcast Getting to the content early in your podcast is crucial for retaining listeners and maintaining their interest. Long preambles, excessive commercials, and endless chit-chat can lead to disengagement. Just as action movies captivate audiences by immersing them in the story from the very beginning, podcasters can adopt similar strategies to hook their listeners right away. Here are four actionable points to help you achieve this in your next episode: 1. Start with a Strong Hook Action Point: Begin your podcast with an intriguing question, a surprising fact, or a compelling statement that directly relates to the episode's main topic. This hook should grab the listener's attention immediately and make them curious about what’s to come. Example: “Did you know that 70% of people struggle with this common issue? Today, we’re diving deep into solutions that can change your life!” 2. Introduce the Main Topic Quickly Action Point: After your hook, quickly transition into introducing the main topic or guest of the episode. Keep this introduction concise—no more than 30-60 seconds—so listeners can understand what they will gain from tuning in. Example: “In today’s episode, we’re joined by [Guest Name], an expert in [Field], who will share practical tips on how to overcome [Specific Challenge]. Let’s get started!” 3. Limit Commercial Breaks Action Point: If your podcast includes advertisements, consider placing them strategically after the introduction or within segments rather than at the beginning. This way, you keep the initial momentum going and avoid losing listeners before they even hear the content. Example: “Before we jump into our discussion, a quick word from our sponsor… and then back to our conversation!” 4. Engage with Immediate Content Action Point: Dive straight into the first segment of your content without unnecessary filler. Use a storytelling approach or present a relatable scenario that connects with your audience right away. Example: “Let’s kick things off with a real-life story that illustrates our topic perfectly…” Conclusion By implementing these strategies, you can create a more engaging and listener-friendly podcast experience. Starting strong not only captures attention but also sets the tone for an enjoyable and informative episode that keeps your audience coming back for more! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truem
Mon, September 09, 2024
Episode 299 - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - Maximizing Your Podcast Content Reduce: Trimming Your Podcast for Maximum Impact Why reduce? Respect for listeners' time Improved engagement and retention rates Higher-quality content How to reduce effectively: Start with a clear outline Cut unnecessary tangents and repetitions Use tighter editing techniques Practice concise storytelling Tips for identifying what to cut: Ask, "Does this serve the main point?" Get feedback from test listeners Track audience engagement metrics Reuse: Repurposing Your Podcast Content Benefits of reusing content: Reaches different audience segments Increases content output efficiency Reinforces key messages across platforms Ways to reuse podcast content: Create blog posts from episode transcripts Extract quotes for social media posts Develop infographics from key points Use audio clips for promotional material Create video snippets for YouTube or TikTok Best practices for reusing content: Tailor content to each platform Maintain consistent branding Add value with each reuse (e.g., additional context, visuals) Recycle: Breathing New Life into Old Content Why recycle podcast content: Evergreen topics remain relevant New listeners may not have heard older episodes Perspectives and information evolve over time Strategies for recycling content: Create "best of" compilation episodes Update old episodes with new information Revisit past topics with a fresh angle Develop series or themes based on popular past episodes Use past content as a springboard for new discussions Tips for effective recycling: Acknowledge when you're revisiting a topic Highlight what's new or different Connect past content to current trends or events ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Sun, September 08, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Let's Flip The Microphone Around, Try Guest Hosting A Podcast As podcasters we follow what others are doing in the space - why? because for the most part what others are doing works! One thing I don't hear as a common suggestion for podcasters revolves around having a guest host on your show - you as a host move over to the passenger seat allowing a fellow podcaster to drive your show. Some podcasters just want a week or two off from their show - what if a guest host step in and takes over your show to give you a break? Consider trying new things with your podcast - variety is a nice change for you as a host and for your listeners! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Fri, September 06, 2024
Episode 298 - I Think We Got This All Wrong - Podfade Explained, Why Podcasts Stop and Strategies to Sustain Your Show Defining PodfadePodfade typically refers to the gradual or sudden cessation of a podcast without any prior announcement or intention to end the show. It often occurs when podcasters lose motivation, run out of content ideas, or become overwhelmed by the production process. What Podfade Is NotAs you correctly point out, podfade should not be confused with: Intentionally ending a podcast: Creating a show with a planned beginning, middle, and end is a valid podcasting strategy. This is similar to authors completing a book and moving on to new projects. Taking a break: Podcasters may choose to take temporary hiatuses for various reasons, such as personal commitments or to recharge creatively. Shifting focus: Moving on to new projects after fully exploring a topic doesn't necessarily constitute podfade, especially if the existing content remains valuable to listeners. The Value of Evergreen ContentEvergreen podcast content can continue to serve audiences long after its initial release. This approach allows podcasters to: Create lasting value for listeners Build a library of timeless episodes Attract new audiences over time through search and discovery Rethinking Podcast SuccessInstead of shaming podcasters for not maintaining a rigid publishing schedule, we should consider alternative measures of success: Impact on listeners Quality of content Longevity of relevance Embracing Podcast DiversityThe podcasting landscape should embrace diverse formats, including: Limited series Seasonal shows Sporadic releases based on content availability By broadening our understanding of what constitutes a successful podcast, we can encourage creativity and reduce the pressure on creators to maintain unsustainable production schedules. Article mentioned https://podcasthero.com/what-is-podfading-definition-of-podfade/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Wed, September 04, 2024
Episode 297 - Welcome and Goodbye - Mastering Podcast Intros for New Listeners and Outros for Loyal Fans When crafting podcast intros and outros, it's crucial to understand their distinct purposes and target audiences. Let's explore the key differences and focuses for each: Podcast Intro: Welcoming New Listeners The intro serves as the gateway to your podcast, primarily targeting new listeners and setting the stage for your content. Key Elements of an Effective Podcast Intro Immediate Hook : Grab attention within the first few seconds Clear Show Identity : State the podcast name and host(s) Concise Overview : Briefly explain the podcast's concept and value proposition Episode Preview : Tease the main topics or guests for the current episode Tailoring Your Podcast Intro to New Listeners Use accessible language, avoiding insider terms or references Provide context for the podcast's theme or niche Establish credibility quickly (e.g., mention expertise or notable guests) Podcast Outro: Engaging Your Community The outro is your opportunity to connect with loyal listeners and foster a sense of community around your podcast. Key Elements of an Effective Outro Gratitude : Thank listeners for their time and support Call-to-Action (CTA) : Encourage engagement beyond the episode Community Building : Mention ways to connect with you and other listeners Teaser : Preview upcoming content to build anticipation Focusing Your Podcast Outro on Your Die-Hard Fans Use more familiar language and inside jokes Reference ongoing discussions or previous episodes Highlight listener contributions or feedback Contrasting ApproachesWhile intros and outros serve different purposes, they both contribute to the overall listener experience: Primary Audience Intro: New listeners Outro: Loyal subscribers Tone Intro: Welcoming and explanatory Outro: Familiar and community-oriented Length Intro: Typically shorter and focused Outro: Can be slightly longer, more conversational Content Focus Intro: Show concept and episode preview Outro: Engagement and future content By tailoring your intro to newcomers and your outro to your established audience, you create a well-rounded podcast structure that serves both groups effectively. This approach helps attract new listeners while nurturing a dedicated community of fans who return episode after episode. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly
Bonus · Wed, September 04, 2024
Question of the Month - August 2024 - What is Your Because of a Podcast Story - Your Responses Well your responses are in, happy to see our regulars returning with their input and some brand new responses, welcome to this combined response episode - great podcasters answering the question.... "because of a podcast (blank)" Long Covid, MDDr. Zeest Khan Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself. On “Long Covid, MD” she translates complex medical research into actionable steps for meaningful recovery. Whether you or a loved one has Long Covid, tune in to gain clarity and learn tools to maintain a meaningful life after diagnosis. Discover hope, understanding and resilience on every episode of Long Covid, MD. https://episodes.fm/1716072073 ___ Classic Advice - Becoming a Better You and Giving Hope! Scarlett Classic Hi my name is Scarlett Classic. My goal and reason for making this podcast is the simple reason that I want to pay it forward. I'd like to pass on the life lessons, coping skills and general life advice that myself and my co-host have learnt over this adventure call life! My aim is to create a community around my podcast and create a space for us all to join together and do life together. To be there for each other and lift each other up through the journey. Please visit my website: www.classicchronicles.ca https://episodes.fm/1737628452 ___ Cereal Killers cover all the pests, diseases, and weeds that try to kill arable crops. Each week we do a deep dive on one challenge facing arable farmers. Hopefully revealing some new insights to help you fight these pernicious beasts, bugs and pathogens! If you are a farmer or agronomist, we would love to interview you on the podcast. Cereal Killers is hosted by: Dr Russell Sharp, Managing Director of Eutrema Ltd Josie Cuccia, Lecturer at Moulton College https://eutrema.co.uk/podbean/ ___ Podcast Growth University - Kevin Palmieri Hey podcast people, welcome to Podcast Growth University; I am your host, Kevin Palmieri. Over the last five years and thousands of episodes that I have been on, I have learned a lot about podcasting: what to do, what not to do, and the common mistakes people (including myself) have made. https://episodes.fm/1632461244 ___ What's Your Ripple? JJ Holley What’s Your Ripple? - A Podcast ca
Mon, September 02, 2024
Episode 296 - Tales that Resonate - Mastering the Art of Storytelling in Your Podcast Here are a few key things content creators can do to tell better stories and engage their audience: Craft a Compelling Narrative Structure Start with a strong hook to grab attention immediately Develop a clear beginning, middle, and end to your story Build tension and conflict to keep viewers invested End with a satisfying resolution or call-to-action Make It Relatable and Personal Use characters or situations your audience can identify with Share authentic personal experiences and struggles Tap into universal emotions and themes Use Vivid Sensory Details Incorporate descriptive language that engages the senses Paint a picture in the viewer's mind with specific details Use analogies and metaphors to explain complex ideas Focus on Your Core Message Have a clear takeaway or main idea you want to convey Weave your key points naturally throughout the story Tie everything back to your central theme Engage Multiple Senses Complement your verbal storytelling with visuals Use music, sound effects, or voice modulation for emphasis Incorporate interactive elements where possible Practice and Refine Study storytelling techniques from books, courses, and other creators Record yourself and analyze your delivery Get feedback from others and continually improve your craft By focusing on these storytelling elements, content creators can more effectively draw their audience in, help them connect emotionally with the content, and absorb the main ideas being presented. The key is to make your story relatable, engaging, and memorable while always keeping your core message at the forefront. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Bonus · Sun, September 01, 2024
The How To Podcast Series Question of the Month for September 2024! "What is one Piece of Advice For New Podcasters" Have your say today! We are encouraging listeners of this show to respond to the question of the month and as well asking you to introduce yourself, tell us about your podcast (or) your podcast plans and share your response to what is one piece of advice that you would share with a new podcaster - it can be advice about anything to do with starting a show, growing a show, creating content, being organized, really.... anything that you think a new podcaster could benefit from hearing from your perspective! You do not have to have a podcast to respond to this or any question of the month, we are looking for meaningful ways to include YOUR voice right here on the show. So head over to the website and click the "Speak Pipe" voice recorder icon/image and record your response! Reminder, when you hit record, > tell us your name > tell us about your show (or show idea) > answer the question of the month - "What is One piece of advice that you would give to a new podcaster?" Looking forward to compiling all of the responses for September and we will shout you out at the end of the month! Thanks for participating! Act now, September will go by fast! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, August 30, 2024
Episode 295 - Escaping the Trap of Sameness and the Watering Down of Podcasting To escape the trap of sameness and stand out as a content creator, consider the following approaches: Embrace Authenticity Focus on developing your unique voice and perspective. Share personal stories, experiences, and insights that only you can offer. Authenticity resonates with audiences and helps differentiate your content from the generic masses. Challenge Conventions Don't be afraid to go against popular trends or challenge widely held beliefs in your niche. Offering contrarian viewpoints or exploring unconventional ideas can spark interest and discussion. Experiment with Formats Break away from standard content formats. Try innovative ways to present information, such as: Interactive content Immersive storytelling Unique visual styles Unexpected collaborations Deep Dive into Niche Topics Instead of covering broad, surface-level topics, focus on exploring specific niches in great depth. Become the go-to expert on highly specialized subjects that others overlook. Prioritize Quality Over Quantity Rather than churning out frequent, mediocre content, invest time in creating fewer but higher-quality pieces. Focus on thorough research, thoughtful analysis, and polished presentation. Develop a Distinct Style Cultivate a recognizable aesthetic or tone that sets your content apart visually and conceptually. This could involve: A unique visual brand Signature phrases or segments Consistent themes or motifs Engage with Your Audience Foster genuine connections with your audience through meaningful interactions. Respond to comments, host live Q&As, and incorporate audience feedback into your content. Cross-Pollinate Ideas Draw inspiration from diverse fields and incorporate interdisciplinary concepts into your content. Connecting seemingly unrelated ideas can lead to fresh perspectives and innovative content. Focus on Evergreen Value Instead of chasing fleeting trends, create content with lasting value. Develop resources, guides, or series that remain relevant and useful over time. Embrace Imperfection Don't be afraid to show vulnerability or share works-in-progress. Audiences often appreciate seeing the human side of creators and the creative process. By implementing these strategies, you can break free from the homogeneity of mainstream content creation and develop a truly distinctive presence that resonates with your audience. Remember, the goal is not just to be different for the sake of it, but to offer genuine value in a way that only you can. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast <a href="https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcas
Bonus · Wed, August 28, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Some Podcasting Housekeeping, August Question of the Month, Meetups, NaPodPoMo and More Summer is coming to an end here in Canada, kids are going back to school in a few weeks and some semblance of normality and routine is on the horizon (especially for us parents!) What a perfect time to start a podcast - you should start your show, yes you should! As we renovate our new rental purchase we realize the power and imortance of using the right tool for the job - a hammer makes a terrible saw, a drill makes a mess of painting and a screw driver is ineffective as a measuring tape whether we are talking metric or imperial measurements (I Shower After Work Podcast - yes I am listening!) When starting your podcast find the right tool that works for you, and I hope starting with this podcast is one of the many great tools in your toolbelt! Let's get to work! Our Meetups resume in September, I am still awaiting your response to the qustion of the month - don't make me get in my car and drive to your house!! Please respond today so that we can include your response and shout out your show at the end of the month! Great things ahead, thanks for being here and being apart of the show! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, August 28, 2024
Episode 294 - Taylor Swift's Podcasting Advice On How To Connect With Your Audience One Hat At A Time What would make Taylor Swift an amazing podcaster? Her connection with her community demonstrated by her 22 Hat given to a fan during her show - what a great moment, a superstar, spends a brief moment with a fan infront of a stadium of fans. What can we take from this? We need to make a moment with our audience, one on one and meaningful! How can your podcast connect with your audience? Try these things! Creating an Inclusive Podcast Community: Fostering Connection and Appreciation In this episode, we explore strategies to build a welcoming and inclusive environment for our podcast community. Our goal is to make every listener feel valued and connected, fostering a sense of belonging that encourages long-term engagement. Community Spotlight Series We introduce our new "Community Spotlight" segment, where we'll regularly feature stories and contributions from different podcast members. This initiative aims to showcase the diverse experiences and insights within our community, giving listeners a chance to learn from and connect with each other. Interactive Q&A Sessions We discuss our plans to host regular Q&A sessions, providing a platform for direct engagement between the podcast hosts and listeners. These sessions will allow for real-time interaction, addressing listener questions, and fostering a deeper connection with our audience.Facilitating Community Connections We explore various ways to create opportunities for community members to connect with each other beyond the podcast episodes. This includes virtual meetups, online forums, and collaborative projects that encourage listeners to share experiences and build relationships. Personalized Appreciation We emphasize the importance of showing individual appreciation to active participants. Our strategy includes sending personalized thank you messages via email or social media direct messages, acknowledging their contributions and engagement. Treating Guests as Listeners We discuss our approach to podcast guests, treating them not just as interviewees but as valued members of our listening community. This perspective shift allows for more authentic and relatable conversations, enhancing the overall listener experience. Building Genuine Connections Throughout the episode, we stress the importance of focusing on building genuine connections rather than singling out individuals. We explore how this approach creates a positive, supportive environment that encourages long-term participation and fosters a true sense of community. By implementing these strategies, we aim to create an inclusive podcast community where every member feels valued, heard, and connected. Join us as we discuss practical ways to bring these ideas to l
Mon, August 26, 2024
Episode 293 - CO-HOST - Desireé Duffy - Founder of Black Château, host and executive producer for the Books That Make You Show Desireé Duffy is the Founder of Black Château, a marketing and public relations agency; Books That Make You, a Webby Award-winning a multi-media brand that promotes books and authors through its website, podcast, and radio show; and The BookFest® Adventure, a biannual online event that brings together booklovers from around the world. Duffy is an advocate for spreading stories. Her expansive marketing, event production, broadcast, and public relations background, mixed with her passion for storytelling, led her to found the multi-award-winning, full-service marketing and public relations firm Black Château in 2016, Books That Make You in 2018, and The BookFest® in 2020. https://www.blackchateauenterprises.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, August 23, 2024
Episode 292 - CO-HOST - Mike Martin From Project Mindfully Outdoors Shares How A Podcast Saved His Life With a deep passion for the outdoors and spirituality, Mike Martin helps others find inner peace through nature. As a certified meditation guide, wilderness first responder, and survival skills trainer, Mike has the expertise to lead transformative outdoor experiences. He shares his knowledge through his popular podcasts, Project Mindfully Outdoors, and The Wilderness Experince. Mike shares how a podcast saved his life - what a story! Be sure to check out Mike's podcast - Project Mindfully Outdoors is an uplifting podcast exploring the transformative power of wilderness meditation and its enrichment to daily life. Led by hiking meditation guide Mike Martin, each episode highlights a unique facet of developing mindfulness in nature's embrace. From quiet sits in forest clearings to mindful walks along the shore, or observing wildlife in city parks, Mike assists listeners in harnessing nature's healing energies to enhance mental clarity, reduce stress, and improve overall well-being. https://projectmindfullyoutdoors.co/podcast https://projectmindfullyoutdoors.co ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, August 21, 2024
Episode 291 - CO-HOST - Robin Henderson - Reflect and Write with The Journal Forward Audiocast About Accomplished and passionate program development strategist with over 23 years of experience cultivating valuable and enduring professional growth networks, with specialized focus on smart educational programming. A creative and results-driven executive adept at identifying opportunities for impactful process improvement and measurable program advancement. Versatile and tactful communicator with ability to drive team cohesion, liaise across departments, and communicate complex concepts to highly diverse audiences. https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinehenderson/ https://www.nathanielaturner.com/podcast ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca
Mon, August 19, 2024
Episode 290 - CO-HOST - Ben Murphy - Brainstorm Session - Starting A New Podcast About The Art of Storytelling Ben stops by to chat about his new podcast ideas and shares his questions, check out his show idea and outstanding questions as he plans, launches and grows his show! https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-murphy-64a309166/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sun, August 18, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Odd Things Promoted Via Podcasting - Are You Falling Victim To Bad Podcast Advice Ok, this is getting a bit ridiculous! I had a client reach out to me and ask if they should become a "Certified Podcaster" I asked them a few questions, certified by whom? Is this a real thing? Sounds strange to me?! I know and respect many podcasters that have been podcasting from the dawn of time, they aren't certified! I am not certified! Certification is a fancy term for gatekeeping. Certified is a way to separate people into groups, those with certification, those without! I can go to my local office supply store, buy some highlighters, paper clips, paper, pens and a bunch of business cards and ta da! Dave is a coach! Then, I can create a funnel/certification in Canva in a few minutes, slap a $2000 fee to it and sell it to well-meaning, hard working podcasters as the next must have in podcasting. The problem? There isn't a need for it, and, the person offering this certification is just creating something out of nothing and then convincing unsuspecting podcasters to buy the thing that we haven't needed, ever! Would you respect me more if I was certified? Well I am not going to spend thousands of dollars to buy a meaningless title that the podcast industry does not need. Going to an accredited source, trusted, proven and certified to certify others is one thing - creating a certification in Canva is something quite the opposite! Please do not, I repeat, do not spend money on something that really is not a real thing - like being a "Certified Podcaster or Podcast Coach" Snake Oil Salespeople exist - buyer beware, results vary, research everything before you spend any amount of money with anyone, on anything in podcasting. If you are not sure about someone's offer, let's chat before you hit "Add to Cart" on the next psudeo, disingenuous and made up thing created to sell to you - buyer beware! _____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, August 17, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Hey, We Are Looking For Your Response to the August Question of The Month - Because of a Podcast - Blank, Tell us Your Story Share your answer to the question of the month for August - Because of a Podcast.... How has your podcast or another person's podcast impacted your life? Respond via our website, click the SpeakPipe link and answer, Because of a Podcast.... Remember to tell us your name, tell us about your podcast and answer the question - get new listeners for your show by participating! Don't delay, we want to hear from you! Dave ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, August 16, 2024
Episode 289 - CO-HOST - Robbie Samuels - Tips for Rebranding Your Show, Building A Winning Team and Repurposing Past Content Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur Connector ~ Builder ~ Expert Strategist ~ Coach ~ Speaker Award-winning author of three books, recognized as a networking expert by NPR, Forbes, Amazon, Lifehacker, Harvard Business Review, and Inc., and as an expert in virtual event design by JDC Events. As a business growth strategist , I coach entrepreneurial women in their 50s and beyond (and a few good men) who are ready to grow their impact and income through new revenue streams by helping them grow their audience BEFORE launching a program or service. As an event design consultant and executive Zoom producer , I partner with speakers and in-house event teams to design inclusive, engaging, and transformative event experiences, whether in-person, virtual, or hybrid. I train speakers and the team, and handle all the virtual tech. My goal is to help you lower your stress. I've been producing events in one form or another since I was in college in the 90s and providing business growth strategy advice for nearly as long. These skills combine to create a book launch strategy coach who coaches entrepreneurs to build a launch team of 150+ likely prospects and referral partners, get 50+ Amazon reviews, and host a virtual book launch party that creates a pipeline for their next offer. Conversations with prospects lead to new revenue, which is a measure of success you can take to the bank! I was invited to do a TEDx on my signature networking technique, “croissants vs. bagels” I published three books that have received over 650 Amazon reviews I’ve hosted the On the Schmooze podcast since 2016 When the pandemic shuttered events I swiftly reinvented myself from networking expert to industry expert in the field of virtual event design. I then built a multi six-figure business based on all-new revenue streams. I share my entrepreneurial journey on my About page. All that I've learned and experienced makes me the person you'll want to work with regardless of the service I'm providing. Speaking of which, check out the ways we can work together . https://robbiesamuels.com/hubpodcast/ <a href="https://robbi
Wed, August 14, 2024
Episode 288 - CO-HOST - Sheryl Plouffe - Icon Maker Live, High Trust Relationships and Starting With the End In Mind Another great PodMatch connection! Entrepreneurs hire Sheryl and her partners Dannella & Tom to empower them to unleash their potential, scale their business & become an industry icon in their niche because they're sick and tired of inconsistent cash flow, being "the best kept secret", and not having the impact they desire. So she helps them enroll new clients with ease, build high impact, high margin programs, and grow exponentially. Bottom line, she helps them build a seven figure business, guaranteed. Sheryl has produced thousands of videos and broadcast more than 20,000 hours of live television as a national TV presenter. https://www.iconmakerlive.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, August 12, 2024
Episode 287 - How Active Listening Could Negatively Impact Your Podcast Interviews - Leave Room For Your Guest Active listening techniques commonly used in everyday conversations don't always translate well to podcast interviews for several reasons: Audio distractions: Constant verbal affirmations like "uh-huh" or "yeah" can be distracting for listeners and may interfere with the guest's audio. Guest discomfort: Frequent interruptions or interjections may make guests feel uncomfortable or disrupt their train of thought. Unnatural flow: Overuse of verbal cues can make the conversation feel forced or unnatural, potentially impacting the quality of the interview. Use non-verbal cues: If you can see your guest, use visual cues like nodding, smiling, or maintaining eye contact to show engagement without interrupting the audio. Practice silent active listening: Focus intently on what the guest is saying without feeling the need to verbally respond. This allows you to pick up on nuances and formulate thoughtful follow-up questions. Ask clarifying questions: Instead of constant affirmations, use well-timed clarifying questions to dive deeper into topics and show you're engaged. For example: Create a comfortable environment: Ensure your recording space is welcoming and not cramped. Pay attention to lighting and provide amenities like water or coffee to help guests feel at ease. Conduct a pre-interview: This helps build rapport with the guest, creates an outline for the actual interview, and informs them of what to expect, reducing anxiety. Embrace silence: Don't be afraid of brief pauses. They can give guests time to gather their thoughts and often lead to more interesting responses. Be prepared but flexible: Research your guest thoroughly, but be willing to deviate from your planned questions if the conversation takes an interesting turn. Encourage authenticity: Let guests know they don't need to perform or be overly formal. Authentic, natural conversations often yield the best content. Show you're on the same team: Help guests understand that you want them to look good and that you're not trying to trick or embarrass them. Allow for mistakes: Remind guests that the show isn't live and that they can always pause and restart an answer if needed. To be a better podcast host and create a better interview experience, consider the following approaches:By implementing these strategies, you can create a more comfortable environment for your guests, maintain better audio quality for your listeners, and conduct more engaging and insightful interviews. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ <a
Fri, August 09, 2024
Episode 286 - CO-HOST - Monica Dominic - Ferocious Ambition in Starting A Podcast by Putting The How To Podcast Series into Action Meet Monica DominicExperience I am Monica Dominic, a dedicated business leader and advocate for women in technology. Serving as the co-owner and Chief Client Officer of a technology staff augmentation company (PSI), I am deeply passionate about empowering clients to excel in their businesses, championing women in the tech industry, and motivating individuals to achieve their goals. Ferocious Ambition Welcome to "Ferocious Ambition: Chronicles of Success, Passion, & Fun," a captivating podcast that delves deep into the journeys of individuals who have carved their path to success. In this engaging podcast, we explore the intertwined realms of personal and professional triumphs, showcasing what drives individuals to achieve greatness and let their light shine. Hosted by a blend of interviews and solo reflections, "Ferocious Ambition" uncovers the stories behind successful individuals. Through candid conversations, we unravel the secrets behind how they turned their passions into reality while maintaining a harmonious balance in their lives. Join us as we navigate through the inspirational tales of individuals who have harnessed their determination, creativity, and drive to make a significant impact in both business and personal spheres. Learn how they overcame challenges, embraced opportunities, and ultimately manifested their dreams while finding equilibrium in their journey towards success. Get ready to be inspired and motivated by the captivating stories shared on "Ferocious Ambition." https://monicadominic.com/podcast https://monicadominic.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, August 08, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Own Your Own Podcast Domain Website - Third Party Services Like PodPage and Facebook are Winning With Your Google Juice Owning your web presence is a great idea. When someone searches for you, your show and what you do, you want to own that traffic. Another popular option touted today is to buy your domain and point it to a third party site like Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, LinkedIn and PodPage - all of these places are great, but - they are all rented land that you do now own, you have no control over how they operate and they owe you nothing if they choose to make a move that does not benefit you. I did recommend PodPage in the early days of this podcast when they had a free plan - but they yanked that fairly quickly so I have been promoting Pod.link and Episodes.fm as alternatives that allow you clickable links to your podcast as a whole or to specific episodes giving your audience the choice as to the app they want to use to listen to your show. And Pod.link as well as Episodes.fm are FREE! Yes, despite the misguided meanderings of old school gurus, free is a viable option for podcasters - if someone tells you that free is a bad business model ask them if they have Facebook, Gmail, Google, LinkedIn etc - all of which have free options! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, August 07, 2024
Episode 285 - CO-HOST - Scarlett Classic - Classic Podcast Advice, Because of a Podcast and Pickles Hi my name is Scarlett Classic. My goal and reason for making this podcast is the simple reason that I want to pay it forward. I'd like to pass on the life lessons, coping skills and general life advice that myself and my co-host have learnt over this adventure call life! My aim is to create a community around my podcast and create a space for us all to join together and do life together. To be there for each other and lift each other up through the journey. Please visit my website: www.classicchronicles.ca and shoot me a e-mail. I love hearing from my listeners. https://classicchronicles.ca/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, August 06, 2024
Recording November's National Podcast Post Month Episodes in August This year, I will be participating in the National Podcast Post Month Challenge - 30 episodes, 1 per day for the entire month of November - and I will be doing this with 3 of my 8 podcasts (30 x 3 = 90 episodes for November) How the heck do you create 90 episodes for one single month? I share my plans to hit this target this year and how my podcast friends, past guests and listeners are helping meet this audacious target! The key, is to start now - early August for a Novembner target. If you are interested in this November event, here is more about what is happening! The History In 2007, 50 podcasters participated in the first ever National Podcast Post Month aka NaPodPoMo. Created by Jennifer Navarrete as an answer for an audio version to other 30 day challenges happening in the month of November. NaPodPoMo is a month long event along the same vein as National Novel Writing Month aka NaNoWriMo. The difference? Well, instead of writing a 50,000 word novel, you podcast every day for 30 days from November 1st-30th. Use any platform you desire. From full production studio to iPhone app and just about anything in between. The goal of NaPodPoMo is to use the challenge of podcasting daily as a form of podcasting bootcamp. For some, NaPodPoMo may be their first foray into podcasting. For others, it is a chance to try out a new platform or start another show. There are no hard and fast rules as to how you do this. If on November 30th you have recorded 30 shows, then you win. What do you get for completing the challenge? Isn’t a virtual high five and a sense of accomplishment enough? Your listeners benefit with more of your content, you will be a better podcaster after 30 episodes in a row C'mon, you can do this - start now! https://napodpomo.org/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, August 05, 2024
Episode 284 - CO-HOST - Kevin Palmieri - Podcast Growth University, Hope For Podcasters and All That Happy Jazz KEVIN PALMIERICFO, Founder, Co-Host & Peak Performance Podcast Coach Some people find rock bottom… I found out that rock bottom had a basement. In my mid 20’s… I had it all. I had a beautiful girlfriend, high paying job, sports car, my dream body… but I still ended up sitting on the edge of a bed debating suicide. After my rock bottom moment, I went all in on holistic self-improvement. I was determined to overcome my anxiety, depression and to finally live the life I’d always dreamed of. Years later, I now host a podcast that impacts hundreds of thousands of people in countries all over the world. At this stage, I’ve helped grow the podcast into a multi six-figure business, and I’ve recorded well over 1,000 episodes. I’ve also given hundreds of speeches, trainings and coaching calls with people all over the world. The main thing that changed was ME. I focused on learning what I didn’t know (unlearning a lot too), and my life started to shift. I love talking about Consistency, Commitment, Habits, Mindset, Confidence, Fear, Relationships, Limiting Beliefs and everything in between. I believe in a heart-driven but NO BS approach to holistic self improvement, and I look forward to teaching even more people about what it really takes to get to the next level! https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/podcast-growth-university/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, August 02, 2024
Episode 283 - CO-HOST - Darren Saul - Preparation, Production, and Promotion, Pod Match Connections DARREN SAUL My name is Darren Saul and I help great entrepreneurs build brand awareness! I’m a Photographer & Photography Tutor (Branding & Headshots, Corporate & Private Events). For more info on photo classes check out https://theapertureclub.com.au/ I’m also a passionate Social Media Strategist & Coach, Podcaster & Podcast Coach. After integrating Social Media and Podcasting into my marketing strategy over the last few years I can honestly say that if you are prepared to do the work the results can be astounding! I would love to share with you what I have learnt in my own journey. SOCIAL MEDIA AND A PODCAST ARE NOT JUST “NICE TO HAVE” ANYMORE – THEY ARE A MUST HAVE! I help small businesses build their brand and business using Social Media and Podcasting. Feel free to contact me for an initial complementary chat about how Social Media and Podcasting can work for you. I would be delighted to share what I have learnt and work with you to build a Social Media content strategy that brings you awareness and results! Darren's proven 3 “P”s of Podcasting formula (Preparation, Production, and Promotion) I will show you how to prepare and create your own podcast, how to produce it in a way that won’t cost loads of money and time, and how to promote it for maximum effect. You will also learn why podcasting is the mother ship when it comes to generating an endless supply of audio, video, graphic, photo, and written content to use in your daily marketing activities – and this is something that we will all need more of in the future! Done right a podcast can cut through the noise, build your brand credibility and awareness while bringing you REAL business results! This will be PRACTICAL and FUN! https://suspendedanimation.com.au/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, July 31, 2024
Question of the Month - July 2024 - Do You Listen to Your Own Podcast, Why or Why Not - Your Responses Thanks for your responses! Here are our featured podcasters in order! My Simplified Life Podcast https://themlgcollective.com/podcast/ Healthy Vegan Podcast https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEsn2C_HhnZZdDcSCWakzsfUBR43J-Qg9&si=esP59Nz7Ac029uOi Outrage Overload https://outrageoverload.net/ Ferocious Ambition https://monicadominic.com/podcast What's Your Ripple https://ripple-retreat.com/whats-your-ripple-gratitude-influence-ripple-effect-journey-true-stories-podcast/ REAL Siblings, It Ain't Easy: https://episodes.fm/1630791289 Buzzcast https://episodes.fm/1446336657 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 31, 2024
Episode 282 - CO-HOST - Al Grego - Canadian Podcasting, Letterkenny and Being Paid To Podcast We talk Canadian Podcasting, Al's companion podcast for the aclaimed Letterkenny Series, how Al became the voice of two podcasts for his employer - it is amazing to see a compny leverage podcasting to grow their business! We talk about the Kaks Bar and Podcast Studio in Calgary Alberta - Experience a Canadian first at Kaks Bar: the only bar with an on-site podcast studio. With seating for 6 people and equipped with 4 mics, it’s tailored for intimate discussions and lively group chats. Indulge in food and drinks for hosts and guests, right within the recording space. https://kaksbarpodcast.com/ The Produce Stand Podcast https://episodes.fm/1523972332 The most prolific Shoresy and Letterkenny podcast in the YEWniverse! Episode recaps and reviews, cast interviews, and so much more. If you're a fan of either show and need more content, this podcast is for you! Yes, We Are Open! https://episodes.fm/1582710578 Small business is the backbone of Canada’s economy, but it isn’t for the faint of heart. Every year in Canada tens of thousands of businesses are born, however every year almost the same number fail. A lot can be learned from failure, but that’s just sad and depressing. “Yes, We Are Open” is a podcast that tells the stories of those that survive. How did they do it? What can we learn? Al Grego, of Moneris travels the country to tell these stories of challenge and perseverance. Just Good Business https://allangrego.com/just-good-business-podcast Hosted by Al Grego (host of the award-winning ‘Yes, We Are Open’ podcast), this monthly show is packed with great advice, stories, trends and thoughtful data analysis to help you grow your business. So you need to subscribe now! Why? Because it’s ‘Just Good Business’! All things Al: https://allangrego.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, July 30, 2024
The How To Podcast Series Question of the Month for August - What is Your Because of a Podcast Story August's question of the month is meant to inspire! Something has happened, an inspiring change has occured - life is different and a podcast was the thing that was instrumental in a change for you. Big or small, your life is different because of a podcast. So what is it? What happened? Share your story today via our SpeakPipe link on our website! Be sure to introduce yourself, tell us the name of your podcast and answer the question - "because of a podcast..." Don't miss the opportunity to secure new listeners and to share your voice for the month of August! Inspire someone today with your story - becuase of a podcast... ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 29, 2024
Episode 281 - CO-HOST - Voice Actor, Chris Turek - Recording Audiobooks, Voice Over Services for Podcasters, Podcast Intros and Outros Chris is here to talk about how to work with a voice over talent. I have had many podcasters coming to me looking for a great voice to be their intro and outro voice, well you just found one of the best in the industry! Chris has many credits to his name (voice) and he is available to work with you! Chris' voiceover career began innocuously enough by recording producer tags for a local indie musician. Having spent 4 years in morning radio, Chris is your go-to guy for smooth, velvety narration as well as punchy, intense branding. No project is out of his comfort zone, as his versatility suits audiobooks, , corporate narration, commercials, or anything you can think of. his enthusiastic and professional approach ensures you receive a product of the utmost quality in a very timely manner. Reviews “I cannot recommend Chris enough. Not only is he insanely talented, but he’s also incredibly easy to work with. He takes a collaborative approach with the author, and truly cares about making sure the end product is the highest possible quality. I literally cannot imagine anyone else being able to do what Chris did with my litany of different characters and their various accents. He’s a one man theater troupe with a naturally incredible narrator voice. I could seriously listen to him read takeout menus. You will not regret working with him. I want him to narrate every novel that I write. -E.S. Oliver “Chris was amazing to work with. My book had quite a few versatile characters with different voices. He was able to keep characters separate as well as narrating with inflection and articulation. Chris brought the book to life rather than just ‘reading through it’ as some narrators tend to do. I am more than happy with the results and I will be calling on Mr. Turek in the future.” -Gary Hickman https://www.christurek.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, July 26, 2024
Shaboozey Responses, Question of The Month Reminder and August Meetups - Daily Dave Briefing - Podcast Tips Hey, quick update with responses from a previous episode, Buy Me A Coffee and SpeakPipe, Audience Engagement - make it easy to do so and our August Meetup Plans for 2024 Responses are coming in from you, the glorious listeners and friends of the show that we wanted to play for you Episode 275 - Shaboozey Your Podcast - If You Don't Fit Into A Category, Create Your Own - Stand Out As A Podcaster Listen to that episode here: https://episodes.fm/1610039000/episode/NTFlMGI0MDctYjFhYi00NjhlLThjYTEtYTE0YmE2ODlhYTMy Reminder - you can get time in my calendar - this is a link only for you the listener! Let's talk about your podcast! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, July 26, 2024
Episode 280 - Why You Should Be Your Own Podcast Listener - Stay Humble and Kind as a Podcaster Why You Should Be Your Own Podcast Listener As a podcaster, creating content is only half the battle. Listening to your own show can provide valuable insights and benefits. Here's why you should tune in to your own podcast: Improve Your CraftBy listening to your finished product, you can: Evaluate your production choices Identify areas for improvement Analyze your performance objectively Boost Your ConfidenceHearing your work as a listener can: Reinforce your skills and knowledge Provide self-affirmation Motivate you to continue creating Stay Humble - Regular self-review helps you: Avoid becoming overconfident Assess the impact of your ideas Maintain a balanced perspective Protect Your ImageListening to your own content allows you to: Ensure you're making a good impression Catch and correct any mistakes quickly Present your best self to your audience Maintain Your PurposeReviewing your episodes helps you: Stay true to your podcast's mission Confirm you're meeting your goals Ensure your content serves its intended purpose By becoming your own listener, you gain valuable insights that can help you grow as a podcaster and create better content for your audience. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 24, 2024
Episode 279 - CO-HOST - Tabatha Thorell - PodMatch is a Member of My Team, Take the Stairs and Have a Team What Went Wrong: The Untold Stories of Bouncing Back w/ Tabatha Thorell Welcome to "What Went Wrong," the podcast where we share the untold stories of bouncing back from failure. I'm your host, Tabatha Thorell, and in each episode we will unravel the stories of triumph, perseverance, and resilience. So, join us every week as we sit down with remarkable individuals who will share how their setbacks became setups for success. Get ready for insights, inspiration, and a healthy dose of real talk. This is "What Went Wrong," where we redefine success one failure at a time. Subscribe now and let the journey begin. https://episodes.fm/1721047249 http://www.keeplegacywealth.com This website is going to give them free resources as well as a link to join a group that could be highly beneficial for them ____ https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, July 22, 2024
How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Reignite Your Passion - Daily Dave Briefing - Podcast Tips Get your podcast back on track by reigniting your passion for podcasting Focus on Quality Over Quantity : Prioritize creating well-researched and engaging episodes rather than adhering to a strict schedule. This can help rekindle your enthusiasm for podcasting and improve listener satisfaction. Seek Collaboration : Reach out to other podcasters for guest appearances or to feature their episodes. This can provide fresh content for your audience and help you reconnect with the podcasting community. By implementing these strategies, you can effectively get back on track with your podcast while ensuring sustainability and maintaining audience interest. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 22, 2024
Episode 278 - CO-HOST - Desiree Petrich - Host of the Lead With Confidence Podcast, The Audience of One Here’s the short version for any crazy busy people ! Hi! I’m Desiree Petrich. I am an author, speaker, corporate coach and trainer, and the host of the Lead With Confidence Podcast. I founded my company Intentional Action in 2022 after losing my mom unexpectedly just two months after bringing my son home from the NICU. I began my leadership journey as the manager of a dementia facility. After helping to lead the company through the pandemic, I shifted out of healthcare and became the events coordinator for the local Chamber of Commerce. This experience caused me to fall in love with all things business, community, teamwork, networking, and growth. My company, Intentional Action focuses on helping high achievers become great leaders. Through intentional leadership and high-performance coaching, workshop development, keynote speaking and unique teambuilding activities, I have been able to share my love of personal and professional development with others. Lead With Confidence Podcast Welcome to ’Lead with Confidence,’ the best place to become intentional about choosing the life you lead. Leading with confidence looks like belief. It manifests as a belief in yourself that no matter the situation you find yourself in, you have the tools, the mindset, and the knowledge to overcome any obstacle. My goal is to uncover the stories and lessons of those who lead by example, to learn what their formula is for success, because guess what… The formula is different for everyone! So take what you want and leave what you don’t. we’re here to learn and grow together. I’m Desiree Petrich, a best selling author, keynote speaker, team develompent facilitator, and the best friend you didn’t know you needed! Thank you for being here, make sure you hit “follow” so I can join you in your journey to learn what it means to lead with confidence. Podcast Links https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lead-with-confidence/id1715587637 https://open.spotify.com/show/3X0yI29A8h3iqJju9kW4Ge Social Links Resources https://www.linkedin.com/in/desiree-petrich/ https://www.instagram.com/desireepetrich/ My book: desireepetrich.com/book My Favorite Books! desireepetrich.com/books ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you wi
Bonus · Sun, July 21, 2024
How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Engage Your Audience - Daily Dave Briefing - Podcast Tips Get your podcast back on track by engaging your audience! Communicate with Your Audience : If you need to take a break, inform your listeners about it. Consider releasing a short episode explaining your situation and when they can expect new content. This maintains transparency and keeps your audience engaged. Use Filler Content Wisely : If you need to pause new episodes, consider releasing older episodes or short conversation pieces to keep your feed active. However, ensure that this content is valuable to your audience to avoid disengagement ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, July 20, 2024
How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Re-establish Your Routine - Daily Dave Briefing - Podcast Tips When you get off track with your podcast, focus on Rre-establishing your routine! Set a Realistic Recording Schedule : Instead of trying to return to your previous frequency, consider a more manageable schedule, such as biweekly or monthly episodes. This can reduce pressure and improve content quality. Batch Record Episodes : Dedicate specific days to record multiple episodes. This approach allows you to build a content library, making it easier to release episodes consistently even during busy periods. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast ___ https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, July 19, 2024
How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Assess and Plan - Daily Dave Briefing - Podcast Tips To get back on track with your podcast after falling behind, consider the following strategies:Assess and Plan Evaluate Your Situation : Understand why you fell behind. Was it due to personal commitments, burnout, or lack of content? Identifying the root cause can help prevent similar issues in the future. Create a Content Calendar : Plan your upcoming episodes. This can help you visualize your production schedule and ensure consistent content delivery. Aim to have a buffer of episodes ready to avoid future delays. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, July 19, 2024
Episode 277 - CO-HOST - Adinah Johnson - Teach Everything You Know, When Your Co-host Knows Too Much About You, Anniversary Questions for Your Podcast Adinah returns, and we are richer for it! Adinah reminds us to teach everything we know in our podcast, that we need to remember our listener when we podcast with a co-host that knows us very well - inside jokes and shared stories need to be explained to your listeners! Adinah shares some questions that you can ask yourself when celebrating your next podcast milestone Cosmo Article: Questions to Ask Every Anniversary https://www.cosmopolitan.com/sex-love/a40680758/relationship-questions-to-ask/ This is our Youtube channel https://youtu.be/DlSvS-PXxUs?si=odlCFbd4Nsi-OWjL Adinah's NPR interview https://news.wjct.org/show/whats-health-got-to-do-with-it/2024-05-11/infertility-longevity-survey Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 17, 2024
Episode 276 - CO-HOST - Jake Clendenning - Your Podcast Is Not About You, The Win Triangle, Celebrate Small and Dream Big About Me I am a self built millionaire. I come from very humble roots where my parents worked tirelessly and endlessly to put food on the table. My dad used to tell me his job was to open as many doors for me as possible and it was my job to walk through them and create my own freedom. That has been my guiding star and I still use it heavily in my coaching practice and in my faith. I have failed, rebuilt, failed again and risen and failed again just to rise again stronger and wiser. I have been a builder and developer, a professional real estate agent, a CEO, an executive business coach, a business owner, a creator, a father a husband and continue to open doors for my clients and family so they can walk through them. I have created a life of freedom that many believe impossible. My working hours do not match my income and there are jokes that I just must be selling drugs to make the kind of life I live. I made the decision to live a big life and to do great things and do them well. My passion for the natural world and conservation of wildlife drives me to do outside stuff and things that are who I am at the core. My big why is; To live free such that my actions inspire others. My mission is to: Guide leaders to abundance and opportunity for themselves and those they influence. My mission rolls my core values into my business which passes along to all those I seek to empower to live as they believe they are meant to. https://www.facebook.com/cyberbackercoloradowyoming/ https://www.facebook.com/jake.clendenning.5 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 15, 2024
Episode 275 - Shaboozey Your Podcast - If You Don't Fit Into A Category, Create Your Own - Stand Out As A Podcaster Shaboozey has taught us a valuable lesson - create your own path! Shaboozey has taken Country Music and Rap and created an entirely new sound that will attract many music lovers - how can his musical journey help you with your podcast? Create your own path and don't worry about fitting into a certain path, category or label - be you! 4 Reasons Why Creating Your Own Path is Key to Creativity Authenticity Fuels Innovation Creating your own path allows you to embrace your true self, free from the constraints of societal expectations and labels. When you are authentic, your creativity flourishes because you are not limited by predefined norms. This authenticity leads to original ideas and innovative solutions that stand out in a world full of conformity. Freedom to Experiment When you forge your own way, you have the freedom to experiment without the fear of failure or judgment. This freedom encourages you to try new things, take risks, and explore uncharted territories. Such an environment is fertile ground for creativity, as it allows you to discover unique perspectives and develop unconventional approaches. Personal Growth and Self-Discovery Carving out your own path is a journey of personal growth and self-discovery. It pushes you to understand your strengths, weaknesses, passions, and values. This deep self-awareness is essential for creative thinking because it helps you tap into your inner resources and harness your unique abilities to create something truly original. Breaking Boundaries and Setting Trends By not following predetermined paths, you have the opportunity to break boundaries and set new trends. Trailblazers are often those who dare to go where no one else has gone before. By creating your own lane, you not only distinguish yourself from others but also inspire and influence those around you, contributing to the evolution of creative fields. Takeaway Action Item Reflect on areas in your life where you are conforming to societal expectations or following predetermined paths. Identify one specific area where you can start forging your own way and take a concrete step towards creating your unique lane. This could be as simple as pursuing a personal passion or as bold as redefining your career trajectory. https://youtu.be/t7bQwwqW-Hc?si=JWSe76rYrLIKE85j ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-con
Mon, July 15, 2024
Episode 274 - What is the Difference Between a Podcast Influencer and a Podcast Thought Leader The key difference between a thought leader and an influencer in the context of podcasting lies in their primary focus and approach. Thought Leader Podcaster A thought leader podcaster aims to provide in-depth knowledge, insights, and expertise within a specific niche or industry. Their primary goal is to educate, inform, and drive meaningful discussions around their area of expertise. The advantages of being a thought leader podcaster include: Establishing credibility and authority in their field Fostering a loyal audience of engaged listeners seeking valuable knowledge Creating a platform for sharing original research, ideas, and perspectives Potential for monetization through consulting, speaking engagements, or sponsorships Requiring a significant investment of time and effort to produce high-quality, well-researched content Potentially narrower audience reach compared to influencers Difficulty in maintaining a consistent content schedule due to the depth of preparation required Potential for a broader audience reach and higher engagement Opportunities for sponsorships, product placements, and brand partnerships Ability to leverage their personal brand and connect with their audience on a more personal level Difficulty in establishing credibility and authority in a specific field Potential for content to be perceived as superficial or lacking substance Reliance on maintaining a consistent personal brand and image The disadvantages may include: Influencer Podcaster An influencer podcaster, on the other hand, focuses on building a large and engaged following through their personality, lifestyle, and relatability. Their primary goal is to entertain, inspire, and influence their audience's opinions and behaviors. The advantages of being an influencer podcaster include: The disadvantages may include: Call to Action For podcasters, it's essential to understand the distinction between these two approaches and align their content strategy accordingly. If your goal is to establish yourself as an authority in your field and share valuable knowledge, consider positioning yourself as a thought leader podcaster. However, if your strength lies in connecting with audiences through your personality and lifestyle, embracing the influencer approach may be more suitable. Ultimately, the key is to identify your unique strengths, define your goals, and consistently deliver content that resonates with your target audience. Whichever path you choose, remain authentic, engage with your listeners, and continuously strive to provide value through your podcast. <a href="https://favoritedau
Wed, July 10, 2024
Episode 273 - CO-HOST - Joel Bouchard - The Philosophy of Podcasting, PodMatch, Introverts and Engagement About Joel Bouchard I am a doctoral student in psychology, multi-instrumentalist record producer, author, painter, Army veteran, business leader, local government official, and fellow podcaster, who firmly believes that generalists have a place in society and can make contributions to human knowledge. While I may not be an expert in any one field, what I am is an expert learner who is well-versed in a wide array of areas. While I am philosophically minded and prefer big-picture conversations that knit together disparate concepts, I can speak to details on many topics, including music, education, psychology, the military, and much more. Podcast - From Nowhere to Nothing In this podcast, we look at philosophers, abstract ideas, concrete cultural issues, and everything in between with a down-to-earth demeanor and willingness to explore. https://jbouchard.podbean.com/ https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 08, 2024
Episode 272 - CO-HOST - Nathaniel A Turner - The Journal Forward Audio Cast, using your words, how a journal has become more than just a journal, PodMatch Nate has an Audiocast - he differs from others in not calling his show a podcast! Nate shares how a personal daily journal discipline has turned into an audio version that has reached beyond himself into the world to encourage others. Nate bears it all, or as he is apt to say, "Naked don't' lie; people do." In each entry, Nate bares trials and triumphs, worries and beliefs, internal impediments, and inner enhancements, which lead to realized and unrealized hopes and dreams. You get a front row seat of how Nate journeys first in his mind to move further towards living his life just as he always imagined. Everything Nate shares today he discovered and evaluated for almost thirty years, beginning with endeavoring to give an unborn child a life better than he had. Successfully designing his child's life backward, he discovered https://www.nathanielaturner.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, July 05, 2024
A Special Offer Just For You, Free Podcast Coaching With Dave - Daily Dave Briefing - Podcast Tips I have been coaching listeners of the How To Podcast Series in person and in a group setting from the earliest days of starting this podcast. I am looking to do more coaching in and around podcasting and I have a free offer to you that you won't see communicated elsewhere, just here! Use this link to book time with me to talk about anything in regards to podcasting, I look forward to meeting you and helping you with your podcast! Reach out today, happy to serve you as a listener of this show! ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Check out Scarlett's podcast here! Hi my name is Scarlett Classic. My goal and reason for making this podcast is the simple reason that I want to pay it forward. I'd like to pass on the life lessons, coping skills and general life advice that myself and my co-host have learnt over this adventure call life! My aim is to create a community around my podcast and create a space for us all to join together and do life together. To be there for each other and lift each other up through the journey. Please visit my website: https://www.classicchronicles.ca/ https://episodes.fm/1737628452
Fri, July 05, 2024
Episode 271 - CO-HOST - Cash Kid - helping kids, and adults, unlock the secrets to financial success About the Host Hey there! I'm the Cash Kid, a 6th grader with a burning passion for helping kids (and adults) unlock the secrets to financial success. I'm here to show you how you too can become a "Cash Kid" – a savvy young entrepreneur with the skills and mindset to turn your hobbies and talents into income that grows with you. But what exactly is a "Cash Kid," you ask? It's simple: "Cash Kids" are the trailblazers of their generation, the ones who refuse to wait for adulthood to start building their empire. They understand that the key to financial freedom lies in harnessing their passions and skills to create multiple streams of income. As a "Cash Kid" myself, I've learned that when it comes to investing and growing your wealth the earlier you start the better! I'm here to share my knowledge and experiences with you, to help you navigate the exciting world of investing and money management. Whether you're a fellow 6th grader just starting out, or an adult looking to revamp your financial strategy, my mission is to empower you with the tools and confidence you need to succeed. Together, we'll explore the ins and outs of investing, saving, and building a business that aligns with your unique talents and interests. So, are you ready to join the "Cash Kid" movement? Remember, the best time to start investing in yourself and your future is TODAY! Let's embark on this thrilling journey together and pave the way for a generation of financially savvy and entrepreneurial-minded individuals. Get ready to unlock your potential and become the "Cash Kid" you were always meant to be! https://www.cashkidpodcast.com/podcast https://www.cashkidpodcast.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, July 04, 2024
Question of the Month - July 2024 - Do You Listen to Your Own Podcast? Why or Why Not? It is that time again! The Question of the Month, and if you have missed your opportunity to respond, then do so today! Tell us your name, tell us about your podcast and then answer the Question of the Month for July 2024 Do you listen to your own podcast? Yes or No. Why or Why Not? In the future, I will be doing an episode on my thoughts on listening to your own podcast - stay tuned for episode 280 of the How To Podcast Series for that! Head over now, like, right now to HowToPodcast.ca and use my SpeakPipe Link and record your answer to this month's question - I love hearing your voice and featuring you and your response at the end of the month! Join the fun, don't be shy, you are a podcaster! Use your words and respond today! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 03, 2024
Episode 270 - CO-HOST - Sara Lohse - Be A Better Guest, Tell Better Stories and Launch Your Podcast With a Unique Listening Proposition Looking to be a better guest? Want to tell a better story? Have you wanted to launch your podcast? Sara is here as an expert in the space - author, podcaster and brand specialist joins us here on The How To Podcast Series Sara Lohse - Founder and President I got my start in the creative department of an advertising agency, writing and developing award-winning marketing campaigns and proving that even retirement communities can benefit from a well-placed pun. Taking an unexpected leap into personal finance, I got hired as the director of marketing for a financial advising firm and somehow convinced the owners to let me use my marketing budget to produce free financial literacy resources for the public. Soon after, I joined forces with the CEO to launch an educational media firm dedicated to spreading quality financial literacy books, articles, webinars, and podcasts. I even earned my certification as an Accredited Financial Counselor to further my own education and add some letters to my name. I became the executive producer of a personal finance podcast and flew around the country to attend conferences, meet other creators, and learn everything I thought I already knew. With my guidance paired with the always lovable host, the show was picked up by a network, received more than 100,000 downloads, and sparked new conversations about topics that are more important than money. Concurrently, I developed partnerships with other financial firms to coach their marketing teams and supplement their content creation and PR efforts. I have a roster of clients who trust me to develop their brand voice, write and publish under their names, revamp their marketing collateral, and get them booked on podcasts to spread their message. Throughout these experiences, the biggest lesson that I learned is that I am the happiest version of myself when I am creating. Whether it’s producing a podcast, hosting a webinar, writing a book, or designing a graphic, I am fueled by creativity and a little too much caffeine. While my love for finance will never go away, I launched Favorite Daughter Media in 2022 in order to explore my own creativity and help other brands in the process. Because the other big thing I learned: I’m good at it. My brain works differently than most people I’ve worked with and I’ve come to accept that as my superpower. I am me. I am a creator. And I’m about to be your Favorite Daughter. https://favoritedaughtermedia.com/ https://favoritedaughtermedia.com/open-this-book/ ___ Meet wit
Bonus · Mon, July 01, 2024
Question of the Month - June 2024 - How Many Podcast Episodes Do You Consume Per Week - Your Responses So, Dave asked, you answered! How many episodes do you listen to per week? Shout out to Pop Up Video - oh the memories! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WjEEh-ZBgRA Here are the answers in order with links to our respondents so that you can go over and fall in love with their show! I Shower After Work Podcast https://www.isawpodcast.com/ Classic Advice https://classicchronicles.ca/ What's Your Ripple https://ripple-retreat.com/ Healthy Vegan Living https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyVeganLiving Two Voices One Story https://www.buzzsprout.com/2251866 No Time Like Joe Time: Where TV get's deep for no reason https://open.spotify.com/show/48vpxKhQ9s71Pp4YQZ9jrS Real Thnings Living Podcast https://brigittecutshall.com/ Outrage Overload https://outrageoverload.net/ Voice Actor Chris Turek https://www.christurek.com/ Do you want to participate in the July 2024 Question of the month? The question is... "Do you listen to your own podcast, yes or no, why or why not?" Leave your voice message/answer via my speakpipe link our our website ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 01, 2024
Episode 269 - CO-HOST - Joe Johnson - No Time Like Joe Time - Two Voices One Story Welcome to No Time Like Joe Time: Where TV get's deep for no reason. In this podcast Joe and a new guest each week looks at different clips of a show and talk about the life lessons they can get out of it. Want to be apart of this journey? Email any show ideas you want us to cover OR if you want to be a guest- email notimelikejoetime@gmail.com. https://open.spotify.com/show/48vpxKhQ9s71Pp4YQZ9jrS Two Voices One Story - Joe Johnson Joe and Rachel Johnson cover difficult times in marriage that couples are often left to silently endure. In season one Joe and Rachel talk about Joe's mental health break down that led him to be hospitalized. Listen to hear about the difficult journey and the hopeful recovery. Season One Follows the journey of Joe as life circumstances triggers Joe's mental health and he winds up hospitalized. The couple talks about the early signs, the lead up, the fall, the aftermath, the recovery, and where things are now. Season Two Follows the journey through Rachel's eyes on complications with pregnancy, having a pre mature baby, and dealing with the intense medical needs that followed. New Episodes every other Sunday. Website: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2251866 ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, June 28, 2024
Episode 268 - CO-HOST - The Pod-Mom Brigitte Cutshall - How Seth Godin Helped Me Know It's My Turn to Podcast Owning Your Journey. Change happens because of your courage. I’m passionate about health advocacy. I also truly enjoy helping business professionals produce and share their content. We all have a lot going on with our lives. SUBSCRIBE to get tips that help YOU navigate change and focus on what’s important in your life. Real Things Living Podcast Resilience. This is what you need to adapt and recover from difficulties in life. Real Things Living focuses on resilience and connection with others. Connection leads to ideas, to solutions, and to overall better health. Subscribe now for immediate access as each episode airs! https://brigittecutshall.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, June 26, 2024
Episode 267 - CO-HOST - Tim Truax - CEO of PodSummit, Host of The Nerd Room Podcast, Chief Podcast Nerd PodSummit YYC 2024 will bring together the brightest minds and most innovative voices in Canadian podcasting for two days of networking, learning, and inspiration. Attendees can look forward to a diverse and dynamic lineup of keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, live podcasts, and interactive sessions exploring the latest trends, strategies, and technologies shaping the future of podcasting. https://www.podsummit.com/ https://www.podsummit.com/tickets THE NERD ROOM PODCAST ARE YOU LOOKING TO GET MORE OUT OF YOUR FANDOM EXPERIENCES? DO YOU WISH YOU HAD THE TIME TO KEEP UP WITH ALL THE LATEST NEWS AND INSIGHTS ABOUT YOUR FAVOURITE FILM FRANCHISES? WELL THEN LOOK NO FURTHER THAN THE NERD ROOM PODCAST! A WEEKLY AUDIO EXPERIENCE WITH DEEP DIVES INTO THE LATEST NEWS, REVIEWS, AND SPECULATION FROM THE WORLDS OF STAR WARS, MARVEL, DC, AND BEYOND. WHETHER YOU'RE A CASUAL FAN OR A DIE-HARD ENTHUSIAST, THE NERD ROOM HAS SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE! PLUG INTO THE NERD ROOM PODCAST EVERY THURSDAY ON ALL MAJOR PODCAST PLATFORMS AND LET THEM BRING THE NERD TO YOU! #WETHENERD https://www.thenerdroom.net/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, June 24, 2024
Episode 266 - Expertise Unpacked - What Makes You an Expert, Podcasting is Your Platform Do you struggle with being know as an expert? Does that make you feel awkward? You are an expert, yes you are! 4 Practical Steps to Embrace Your Expertise Tips for listeners to recognize and embrace their expertise: Continuous Learning: Encourage ongoing education through books, online courses, and real-world experience. Networking: Building connections with other professionals to share knowledge and gain new perspectives. Self-Reflection: Keeping a journal to document achievements, lessons learned, and areas for growth. Mentorship: Both finding a mentor and being a mentor can reinforce your own expertise and confidence. Are you looking for free podcast coaching - this calendar link comes with no hidden agenda - just wanting to help you as a podcaster, right where you are at - use this link for a free 30 minute coaching call to help you start, continue and grow your podcast - this link is only for listeners of the How To Podcast Series https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners Looking forward to meeting you! Mentioned in this podcast: Links for Sara Lohse https://favoritedaughtermedia.com/ http://www.openthisbook.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, June 21, 2024
Episode 265 - CO-HOST - Angel Tuccy - Need A Guest Facebook Group and the Need A Guest Directory Need a Guest is a community for podcasters and business owners to become the top authority in your niche by getting booked on more podcasts. The group is brought to you by Angel Tuccy and Jamie Atkinson, founders of Media Firestorm. Media Firestorm is dedicated to helping you become the #1 authority in your niche by helping you generate more traffic, leads, and clients by consistently getting booked on podcasts. It's time to find podcasts and get booked! https://www.facebook.com/groups/needaguest https://www.needaguestdirectory.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, June 19, 2024
Episode 264 - Review of Blue Dot Studios in Turners Falls, MA. Used daily by NPR, This American Life and beyond I am pleased to introduce you to Blue Dot Sessions. This is an acoustic studio based in western Massachusetts. They compose and record music especially for the podcast and audio world and host a library of over 10,000 original tracks, multitracks and stem files. Blue Dot Sessions write music for NPR, This American Life, The New York Times and Spotify (we create the music library for Spotify for Podcasts & Anchor). Blue Dot Sessions has a simple blanket licensing options that would cover your work forever with unlimited tracks from our library. Their web app (at www.sessions.blue ) is all about fast, intuitive music discovery. Plus, you can fine-tune each track right in your browser using our multitrack editor —a creative playground that helps creators quickly align tracks with their vision. Blue Dot Sessions has created a new more affordable subscription for independent creators and I wanted to reach out to folks who might be interested. Even if you only need a few tracks for your podcast, our library is mixed and mastered specially to work alongside narration and the human voice and we're constantly collaborating with audio producers. With the exit of Spotify for Podcasters recording features, the entire library of music tracks has now been removed as an option - Blue Dot Sessions is the creator of the music once available on Spotify for Podcasters and with great kindness they are offering you a 20% off discount with the discount code HOWTOPOD - use this code when you subscribe to a monthly plan - this is an exclusive code just for our How To Podcast Family https://sessions.blue/ https://app.sessions.blue/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, June 17, 2024
Shout Out Your Listener, They Just Might Respond - Daily Dave Briefing - Podcast Tips So, I host a podcast called The Podcast Editing and Support Show - this is my newest podcast where I help podcasters find a podcast editor and help podcast editors take their skills and turn it into a viable side hustle/career. When looking at my stats recently I noticed that there was a particular listener in a German city that was listening to every episode so I did what I hae encouraged you to do in the past here on the podcast - to call them out, thank them for listening and invite them to reach out to my show via my Speak Pipe link - and you can probably figure out what happened... My challenge for you on your next episode is to do the very same thing - identify a listener in a Country, State, Province and City - look for a pattern of listenership and mention them on your next episode. Let me know what happens (again) via my Speak Pipe link on my website! Excited to see this work for you and your show! Talk soon! Dave https://podcasteditingandsupport.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, June 17, 2024
Episode 263 - CO-HOST - Richard Wilmore - Make Your Day Richer by Podcasting Thrive In The SpotlightWelcome to the ultimate destination for creating top-tier podcasts and shows. With my extensive experience in producing, curating guest appearances, video editing, and marketing, I can help you stand out in the crowded landscape. Personalized coaching for hosts and guests is also available, ensuring every episode or interview shines. Let's amplify your voice and captivate your audience together! I was always a creative kid. I lived most of my childhood in an imaginary world where I played the adult role. I would spend hours by myself creating a curriculum for a classroom I made up in my head and had regular hours I kept as the grocery store owner in the abandoned building behind our house. For far too long I used my bed as a news desk and was a 13-year-old news reporter, solo anchoring the 10 pm news. I’ve always been in awe of creative people. Of people with “talent” because I never thought I had any. I was kicked out of band class in 4th grade and that’s when I stopped trying. It wasn’t until the Summer of 1997 that I realized what my superpower was. That summer changed my life. I was between 7th and 8th grade and it was when I figured out what I would do with the rest of my life. I saw a rerun of The Rosie O’Donnell Show and I could feel the energy through the tv screen. I wanted to do that. I needed to do that. That is what I must do with my life. Provide an entertaining, fun, judgment-free zone where creative people are celebrated. I wanted to make the world feel how Rosie made me and millions of others feel every day: seen, heard, and loved. I created a talk show set in my bedroom and got to work. Every day I hung a sign I made on printer paper that read “ON AIR” and for 60 minutes I pretended to talk to the biggest stars in the world. I’ve been hosting that show in one version or another (guess who had a show on TV from 2016-2022) but it wasn’t until I started working for the arts-in-health nonprofit, Hearts Need Art, that I realized my ability to connect with strangers and comfort even the most nervous person is an art form. I always say most of my paintings are hung on the inside of a garbage can and that is fine by me. I love the process of pushing shiny paint around a canvas. I love how smoothly it glides, the way the light hits it and it glistens. I love the way I don’t know anything about combining colors so there’s always a surprise at some point. What I’ve learned so far: art, in any form, isn’t about the outcome. It’s about the process. It’s about the distraction and the way it calms your mind. It’s about expression and vision and uncertainty and hope and faith and fear and grief and everything in between. Art can be loud and it can be silent. Take a breath and just be still. Be silent or let all the thoughts and feelings fly through your head and then
Bonus · Sun, June 16, 2024
New Podcast From A How To Podcast Listener - Monica Dominic - Host of the Podcast - Ferocious Ambition, Chronicles of Success, Passion, & Fun Monica has started a new podcast and I wanted to share it with you! I love when a listener takes action and starts a show - to the How To Podcast Family, please go and support this new podcast with a listen, a rating, a review - whatever you can do! New podcasters are hungry for interaction - you know how it feels! Let's support a new podcaster! Let's support Monica! About Welcome to "Ferocious Ambition: Chronicles of Success, Passion, & Fun," a captivating podcast that delves deep into the journeys of individuals who have carved their path to success. In this engaging podcast, we explore the intertwined realms of personal and professional triumphs, showcasing what drives individuals to achieve greatness and let their light shine. Hosted by a blend of interviews and solo reflections, "Ferocious Ambition" uncovers the stories behind successful individuals. Through candid conversations, we unravel the secrets behind how they turned their passions into reality https://open.spotify.com/episode/0mE1cARJnVmYJvmBpSji6I?si=qXf6L4XtQMCQg6TTR0ASHQ https://www.bridgedk12.com/ https://www.unitecorporateengagement.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, June 14, 2024
Question of the Month - June 2024 - How Many Podcast Episodes Do You Consume Per Week Quick mid-month reminder - submit your answer to the question of the month and be sure to include your Name, Your Podcast Name and Your Answer to the Question of the month just like Jason, co-host of the I Shower After Work Podcast Answers need to be in via SpeakPipe to me by Friday June 28th to be included in an episode of all the great responses from other podcasters JUST LIKE YOU! Have your Say @ HowToPodcast.ca How many podcast episodes do you listen to and consume per week? Looking forward to hearing your voice and your answer! Don't miss your opportunity to promote your show to our community and gain new listeners by simply answering the question of the month! Cheers! Dave https://howtopodcast.ca/ https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave
Fri, June 14, 2024
Episode 262 - How to Build Lasting Brand Equity with Your Podcast How to Build Lasting Brand Equity with Your Podcast Introduction Explain what brand equity is and why it matters for podcasters Highlight how podcasts can be powerful brand-building tools over time Quick Wins for Building Initial Brand Equity Consistent, high-quality content and production values Engaging personality and unique voice/perspective Strategic cross-promotion on other platforms Guest appearances to reach new audiences Optimizing show notes/descriptions for discoverability Long-Term Goals for Compounding Brand Equity Developing a loyal, invested listener base Becoming an authority/thought leader in your niche Expanding into complementary content (videos, newsletters, events) Monetization through sponsorships, affiliates, products/services Potential to launch new podcast verticals under your brand The Power of Audience Engagement Facilitating an active online community Soliciting listener feedback and involvement Offering exclusive bonus content for supporters Creating opportunities for direct fan interactions Leveraging listener data and analytics Call to Action Encourage listeners to subscribe, follow, and engage Highlight benefits of joining your community Promote any current offerings, sponsors, or incentives Tease what's coming up next on the podcast Summary Brand equity compounds over years of consistent podcasting excellence. By delivering value, building connections, and fostering community engagement, your podcast can become a powerful long-term asset for your personal or business brand. ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, June 12, 2024
Episode 261 - What Three Words Would You Use to Describe Your Podcast Using Three Words to Describe Your PodcastObjective: To help podcasters distill the essence of their podcast into three key words, fostering clarity, intentionality, and a strong brand identity. Steps: Reflection : Spend some time reflecting on your podcast's mission, vision, and core values. Consider what makes your podcast unique and what you want listeners to take away from each episode. Brainstorming : Write down all the words that come to mind when you think about your podcast. Don't limit yourself; aim for at least 20-30 words. Categorize these words into themes or clusters (e.g., entertainment, education, inspiration). Prioritization : Narrow down your list by selecting the most impactful and representative words from each theme. Aim to have a shortlist of about 5-10 words. Selection : Choose the three words that best encapsulate the essence of your podcast. These should be words that resonate deeply with you and align with your podcast’s goals and audience. Validation : Share these three words with a few trusted friends, listeners, or colleagues to get feedback. Ensure these words accurately reflect the perception and experience of your audience. Application : Use these three words as a guiding principle for your content creation, marketing strategies, and branding efforts. Regularly revisit these words to ensure your podcast stays aligned with its core essence. Example: Imagine you have a podcast about personal growth and self-improvement. After going through the exercise, you choose the words: Inspire, Transform, Empower . Benefits of This Activity: Clarity : By distilling your podcast into three words, you gain a clear understanding of its core message and purpose. This clarity helps in maintaining consistency across episodes and marketing materials. Focus : These three words act as a focal point, guiding your content creation and helping you stay on track. It’s easier to decide what topics to cover and what guests to invite when you have a clear framework. Brand Identity : A strong, concise description helps establish a memorable and recognizable brand. Listeners can easily understand what your podcast is about and what to expect, leading to stronger brand loyalty. Marketing and Promotion :</p
Mon, June 10, 2024
Episode 260 - CO-HOST - Christine Blosdale - Out of the Box Podcastonomics To Make Your Podcast Better Meet Christine Blosdale Capitalizing off her innate ability to know how to motivate and inspire others, Christine Blosdale has a proven 25+ year track record as an expert in her field who has helped over 500 business owners, coaches, authors and non profits get their message out to the world. An award-winning media personality who has recently been recognized as an "Icon of Influence" and dubbed "The 20 Million Dollar Woman," Christine is a prominent figure in the media industry. She’s been a featured contributor on media outlets such as America Online, The Microsoft Network, Woman’s Day Magazine, Ticker News, Pacifica Radio, Take 5, and Hollywood.com. Christine also has two successful podcasts: "The 5 Minute Micro Podcast on Podcasting,” and "Out of The Box With Christine," catering to conscious entrepreneurs. As a three-time #1 Amazon bestselling author, Christine has penned notable books including "Podcast Pro," "Podcastonomics," and "Your Amazing Itty Bitty Podcast Book." Christine has produced The Roseanne Barr Radio Show, and has interviewed such notables as Drew Barrymore, Angelina Jolie, Marianne Williamson, Ralph Nader, Mariel Hemingway, Ed Asner, Dr. Judith Orloff and Nobel Peace Prize laureate Wangari Maathai.REMEMBER, IF YOU’RE NOT SEEN AND HEARD, YOU’RE NOT HIRED! https://www.christineblosdale.com/ ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/truemediasolutions/free-podcast-consult-for-how-to-podcast-listeners ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, June 07, 2024
Episode 259 - Merch Your Podcast - Unlocking Brand Visibility and Revenue Streams Selling merchandise can significantly help build your podcast brand and promote your show in several ways: Brand Awareness and Visibility: Podcast merch like t-shirts, hats, mugs, and stickers act as walking advertisements for your brand. When listeners wear or use these items, they essentially become brand ambassadors, increasing visibility and attracting potential new listeners. Listener Engagement and Loyalty: Offering merch allows your dedicated listeners to show their support and connect with your brand on a deeper level. It fosters a sense of community and loyalty, encouraging listeners to continue engaging with your content. Additional Revenue Stream: Merchandising provides an additional revenue stream for podcasters, helping to monetize their content and offset production costs. This can be especially valuable for independent podcasters or those just starting out. Printify: Printify is a popular print-on-demand service that offers a wide range of products, including t-shirts, hoodies, mugs, and more. They have a global network of print providers, ensuring fast and reliable shipping worldwide. Printify is known for its user-friendly interface, competitive pricing, and excellent customer support. https://printify.com/ Printful: Printful is another well-established print-on-demand service that caters to a global audience. They offer a vast selection of products, including apparel, accessories, and home decor items. Printful is praised for its high-quality printing, seamless integration with popular e-commerce platforms, and efficient fulfillment process. https://www.printful.com/ Teespring: Teespring is a print-on-demand platform specifically designed for creators and influencers. It offers a wide range of customizable products, including t-shirts, hoodies, phone cases, and more. Teespring is known for its user-friendly design tools, robust marketing features, and excellent customer support. https://teespring.com/ Spreadshirt: Spreadshirt is a well-established print-on-demand service that offers a vast selection of products, including apparel, accessories, and home decor items. They have a global network of print providers and are known for their high-quality printing, fast turnaround times, and excellent customer service. https://www.spreadshirt.ca/ Branding and Visibility: Merch helps establish and reinforce your podcast's brand identity, increa
Wed, June 05, 2024
Episode 258 - Shawn Rivers - Growth By Shawn Podcast - Great Podcast Questions That You Can Apply to Your Show Welcome to the, Growth by Shawn podcast. I am your host, Shawn Rivers. I initially created this platform with the intention of helping people through the lenses of others perspectives: sharing their growth and other passions. I touch on everything from physical health and fitness to personal development, mindset and anything in between. I am a nutrition and wellness coach that brings my own philosophies to training, dieting, diet culture and recovery as well. https://www.speakpipe.com/growthbyshawn https://buymeacoffee.com/growthbyshawn Listen to Shawn's Podcast here: https://episodes.fm/1588149412 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, June 03, 2024
Episode 257 - CO-HOST - Emily Aborn - How She Built Her Podcast Content with Character THE CONTENT WITH CHARACTER PODCAST If you’re ready to take action, think outside the box, and experiment with some unconventional approaches to content creation and visibility, this podcast is for you! Content Copywriter, yours truly (Emily Aborn) , will be by your side every step of the way and keep you laughing and learning as you create content with more inspiration and ease! I believe in your big ideas and will help you share them with the world by standing out in a way that’s distinctly YOU. New Content with Character episodes drop weekly on Tuesdays. The catalyst for your marketing! Not your average hustle, grind, “shoulds” and NOW podcast. We take a unique approach to entrepreneurship and believe it can be easy, fulfilling, and enjoyable. Join us for lots of laughs and learning with Content Copywriter Writer and She Built This Leader/Founder, Emily Aborn, as she interviews successful women entrepreneurs, professionals, and those who support them who are changing the world by following their passions! One of the best podcasts for female entrepreneurs , this show lifts up other women as it offers inspiration, practical tips and tangibles, thought-provoking conversations, and lots of FUN! The She Built This podcast is not taking guest pitches right now. Please check back as we update this information regularly. All pitches must be submitted using our form. Direct emails will not be considered. Please do not send your pitch via email, Facebook Messenger, text, Voxer, LinkedIn, smoke signal or messenger pigeon. You can find the She Built This podcast on your favorite podcast app. We’re on all the major players including Amazon Music , Stitcher , Spotify , Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , <a href="https://r4j68.app.goo.gl/?link=https%3A%2F%2Femilyaborn.podbean.com%3Faction%3DopenPodcast%26podcastId%3Dpbblog4842292%26podcastIdTag%3Dyeshu&dfl=https%3A%2F%2Femilyaborn.podbean.com&utm_campaign=pb_web&utm_source=podbean_web&utm_medium=dlink&imv=670&amv=530&isi=973361050&i
Fri, May 31, 2024
Episode 256 - The Truth About Video Podcasts on YouTube, Overwhelming Expectations, Blogging and all the extras The Truth About ‘Video Podcasts’ on YouTube All the hype around video has created a situation where podcasters feel we have to do video or we’ll fall behind. That creating video is an absolute requirement for growing a podcast. All the hype around video has created a situation where podcasters feel we have to do video or we’ll fall behind. That creating video is an absolute requirement for growing a podcast. We know video is a topic that tends to divide the podcasting community – which makes it even more important that we keep talking about it. With this in mind, we surveyed podcasters to learn more about how they’re using YouTube (if at all) in their podcast strategy. Our survey sample included readers of the site and newsletter subscribers, who are largely independent podcasters, with a mixture of aspiring, early-stage, and established creators. The results were pretty interesting, to say the least. Here’s what the survey told us, what the results mean, and why you absolutely shouldn’t cave to the video pressure if it’s not something you actually want to do with your show. Video is a topic that tends to divide the podcasting community – which makes it even more important that we keep talking about it. With this in mind, we surveyed podcasters to learn more about how they’re using YouTube (if at all) in their podcast strategy. Our survey sample included readers of the site and newsletter subscribers, who are largely independent podcasters, with a mixture of aspiring, early-stage, and established creators. The results were pretty interesting, to say the least. Here’s what the survey told us, what the results mean, and why you absolutely shouldn’t cave to the video pressure if it’s not something you actually want to do with your show. I heard a great clip on the Buzzcast Podcast from the great team at Buzzsprout. When I heard them discussing the article below, I thought of you! Video is not MANDITORY to be a podcaster! Blogging is not MANDITORY to be a podcaster! Social Media is not MANDITORY to be a podcaster! https://www.thepodcasthost.com/business-of-podcasting/video-podcasts-youtube/ The Buzzcast Podcast Episode featured https://episodes.fm/1446336657/episode/QnV6enNwcm91dC0xNDg3MzUzMQ== ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, May 31, 2024
Question of the Month - May 2024 - Do You Read the Episode Show Notes When Listening To A Podcast - Your Responses David Beckmeyer - Outrage Overload https://outrageoverload.net/ Scarlett Classic - Classic Advice Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scarlett752 Gary Boutin https://www.youtube.com/c/HealthyVeganLiving ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 29, 2024
Episode 255 - CO-HOSTS - Jason and John from the I Shower After Work Podcast - Podcasting As a Tool of the Trade Welcome to the I Shower After Work Podcast. Jason and John are happy you decided to join them for this wild ride! They have a deep respect for all the trades and for all of the men and women that are in this with them. The ISAW Podcast dives into every trade in the construction area. This isn’t for the office workers but for everyone in the field busting their asses, backs, and brains on the job. So come and have a laugh along the way. Hello all, I’m Jason (AKA “Canada”). I've been an electrician since 2009 and have been working in the field and in service ever since. I have been lucky enough to have seen the full scope from residential to commercial to industrial during my career with Local 292 in Minnesota and around the midwest. This has given me a broad insight of what can be seen and expected in the trades day to day. I was transferred around as an apprentice getting experience with a number of different shops and have been with my current employer since I became a Journeyman. This is a second career for me coming from the financial industry in my home country of Canada, hence the nickname, and couldn't be happier with the opportunities the trade has provided me. Not to mention the opportunities I have had since immigrating to the United States in 2006. John and I hope to bring you some insight and experience from all our years in the field and mostly a few laughs, but hope to be able to share your stories and experience as well. Tune in, shout out and let's talk about this wild career choice we all second guess on a weekly basis. Hey everyone, I’m John. I have been an Electrician for the majority of my adult life. 2023 has given me 20 years of experience in the trades. I’ve worked in a lot of the industries involved in the electrical sector. As an apprentice I spent my time doing service, light commercial, and residential wiring in the non-union area of South Dakota. As a Journeyman, I was fortunate to spend a very short time in the oil field area of North Dakota. I then spent several years as a Service Tech in South Dakota. The experience gained from being a Service tech has been unmatched by anything else I’ve done. I moved from South Dakota to Minnesota in 2013 and joined the IBEW 292 union. I have had the ability to see and do things that I would have never done in South Dakota just based on the scale of buildings. Fast forward to now and Jason and I have decided to pool our 30+ of experience to bring you an honest view of the Trades that maybe you don’t know or just bring you a laugh on one of those garbage days you’re having. Thanks again for joining us!! Slainte!! Follow ISAW Podcast on Facebook and Instagram, then send a DM
Mon, May 27, 2024
Episode 254 - Why Podcasters Quit Podcasting - Why You Might be Close to Giving Up Why Podcasters Quit PodcastingHere is an expanded outline for a podcast episode on why podcasters quit podcasting Lack of Audience Engagement Podcasters become discouraged when they don't see meaningful engagement from their audience (e.g. comments, shares, reviews) Lack of listener feedback and interaction can make podcasters feel like they're talking into the void Without that sense of connection with their audience, the motivation to keep producing new episodes wanes Lack of Meaningful Audience Growth Many podcasters start out with high hopes of rapidly growing a large, loyal audience When audience growth stagnates or is slower than expected, podcasters can become disillusioned The constant struggle to attract new listeners and grow the show's reach takes a toll over time Struggle with Accountability Podcasting requires self-discipline to consistently produce new content on a schedule Without external accountability, some podcasters struggle to hold themselves responsible to their show The lack of structure and deadlines that come with a solo creative project like a podcast can lead to procrastination and burnout Overwhelming Time Commitment Podcasting takes a significant time investment - from planning, to recording, to editing, to promotion For some podcasters, the amount of work required becomes too much to manage alongside other commitments Feeling overwhelmed and unable to keep up with the demands of the show causes them to quit Lack of Organization Disorganized podcasters can quickly become bogged down in the logistical details of running a show Poor planning, inefficient workflows, and a general lack of structure lead to frustration and burnout Without systems and processes in place, the workload of podcasting becomes unsustainable By addressing these common pain points, podcasters can better prepare themselves for the challenges of long-term podcasting and increase their chances of sticking with it. ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, May 25, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - 3 Reasons Dave Joined PodMatch So, I am trying out PodMatch - there is 3 reasons why I am giving this a solid try. Reason #1 - No Shows - I interview 20 to 30 people a week for my combined 8 podcasts. A very small percentage of these potential guests never show up for our pre-interview chat. As a full-time night shift worker, I create time in my calendar when I should be sleeping, so even if just a few people skip out on their appointments in my calendar - I am out a few hours a week, it is inconvient to my planning and a waste of time. Reason #2 - Guests can rate and review my show, but I can't do the same for my guests - I want the world to know about the amazing guests on my show - by giving out positive reviews for my guests it helps them get onto more podcasts Reason #3 - I am already considering spending some money on advertising - so instead of giving money to services that "might" gain me new listeners, I can practically guarantee that a guest will be a listener of my show - truly a guest isn't just a guest - they are a new listener - so investing in a platform like PodMatch gets me new listeners! That is a smart spend! If you want to check out PodMatch (and) you want to help support this podcast - please feel free to use the following link which may result in a small thank you payment from PodMatch to come back to this show! https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, May 24, 2024
Episode 253 - CO-HOST - Deepak Saini - Exceptional Conversations with Exceptional People Deepak Saini is an Anti-Aging and Longevity Coach. Having spent many stressed years in the corporate world and overcoming an autoimmune condition, back injury and lifelong battle with obesity, Deepak brings a unique perspective to working with his clients. When not spending time with his family, Deepak is researching and staying at the forefront of emerging and cutting-edge health research. Deepak is a speaker, course instructor, writer and actively working on becoming a Centenarian. Change to rewind your Biological Clock! 7 Secrets To Healthy Aging Habits in Minutes A Day https://deepaksainihealth.com/freebie ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 22, 2024
Episode 252 - CO-HOST - Ashley Smith from Social Jargn talks birthdays, social media and email marketing Using the knowledge of the most popular social media platforms to help solopreneurs and small business owners cut out the industry jargon and easily communicate what they do best to the general public.Social Jargn specializes in the ever-changing world of social media. Through the use of trending (and traditional) marketing principles, methods, and strategies, Social Jargn helps time-crunched, action-taking entrepreneurs and business owners increase lead generation and sales revenue by removing the tech intimidation and overwhelm the wild wild web often brings.It’s one thing to post on social media and have a sales funnel built; it’s a completely different customer experience when everything in your digital presence is aligned with synergy, which helps build your business to the next level. Social media marketing is an essential part of today’s world and an imperative survival tool for your overall business – it doesn’t matter if you run a small, family-owned store in Small Town USA or oversee an international company. You. Need. A. Social. Media. Presence.Industry authority, credibility, customer loyalty, new patients, continued growth, improved customer experiences, more accurate customer insight, better search engine rankings… and a lot of other “techy” and marketing components like brand recognition, website traffic, door swings, peer-to-peer reviews, etc. all translates into dollars and cents. https://socialjargn.com/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 20, 2024
Episode 251 - Writing For Your Podcast - Blogs, Show Notes, Episode Titles, Articles - Can I Just Podcast, Do I Have To Write While maintaining a blog can be beneficial for SEO and written content, it is not mandatory to have a blog post for every podcast episode release. The focus should be on creating high-quality, engaging podcast content that resonates with your target audience. By embracing podcasting, you can tap into a growing medium with less competition and a potentially more valuable audience. However, it's important to approach podcasting with a strategic mindset, investing in quality equipment, developing a consistent content schedule, and promoting your podcast effectively across various platforms. Remember, the key to success in any content creation endeavor is providing value to your audience and building a loyal following. Whether through a podcast, a blog, or a combination of both, the goal should be to create compelling content that resonates with your target audience and helps you achieve your desired outcomes. Total podcasts in the index ... 4,158,777 Shows published in the last ... 3 DAYS - 118,190 10 DAYS - 249,735 30 DAYS - 355,971 60 DAYS - 424,775 90 DAYS - 469,551 ** source: https://podcastindex.org/stats According to the latest statistics, there are over 600 million blogs in the world. That's nearly a third of all 1.9 billion websites on the internet. These blogs generate a whopping 7.5 million blog posts per day—that's over 2.7 billion pieces of content per year. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, May 17, 2024
Episode 250 - CO-HOST - Adinah Johnson - Listener Engagement, Listener Donations and Listener Acknowledgement to Help Your Podcast Grow We discuss increasing listener engagement through listener polls, questions, listener donations and shoutouts to our audience encouraging more interaction from listeners. Great to have Adinah back for her third visit to The How To Podcast Series as our guest Co-Host. You can find out more about Adinah and her podcast at the link below https://open.spotify.com/show/6tZPxuwGQjS5ZhCq4BUgQC ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, May 15, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Reminder - May's Question of the Month and Our Podcast Meetups Quick reminder!! May's question of the month is out there and we would love to hear from you! When you listen to a podcast do you read the episode show notes that you see displayed on your phone? Head over to our website and leave your answer today! Also, we have a free weekly podcaster meetup on Meetup.com - join us and meet a great podcast comunity! ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 15, 2024
Episode 249 - If Star Trek Had a Podcast it would be called Engage, Your Audience Engage Your Audience Send listeners back into your past content - share evergreen episodes of your show Use compelling episode titles and descriptions to grab attention and increase play rates. Make them clear, catchy and intriguing. Provide truly valuable content that educates, entertains or inspires your listeners. When they find your podcast trustworthy and helpful, they're more likely to respond. Include clear calls-to-action asking listeners to share, subscribe, leave a review or engage with you on other platforms. ENGAGE your audience and give your audience a way to respond, make it easy, repeat it often and be authentic and your podcast audience will engage with you more! Podcast intro created via https://www.perplexity.ai/ https://voicemaker.in/ https://www.storyblocks.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, May 14, 2024
Set The Tone For Your Podcast With Great Music, Video and Images From Storyblocks Storyblocks offers a very good variety of stock footage at a very competitive price. In my opinion, Storyblocks is a great platform for anyone looking for quality stock video, audio, and photo at a fraction of the regular cost. I use it for all of my projects and I have only good things to say about it. Its library, low price, and hassle-free license make Storyblocks worth it for me. I would recommend Storyblocks to anyone who is looking for an affordable and high-quality source of stock media and who wants to decrease production time. Why Storyblocks Is Worth It For Me? It is easy to use and I get unlimited downloads. No extra or hidden fees whatsoever. It saves me a lot of time because I don't have to shoot footage myself. I can also create a video really quickly using the Maker video editor. I get a lot of ideas for creating new videos just by browsing through the video library. There is more than enough footage for all of my projects and new videos are constantly being added. It's cheap compared to other stock services. All the content is royalty-free, which means that I don't have to worry about licensing. https://www.storyblocks.com/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 13, 2024
EPISODE 248 - CO-HOST - Michelle Glogovac - Your Voice has the Power to Change the World - How to Get on Podcasts "Michelle Glogovac's superpower is connection. In her latest book, How To Get On Podcasts, she shares stories to inspire, motivate and educate others through the power of podcast interviews. Her insights and wisdom will help you ignite that same connection magic to tell your story through this powerful medium." Good listening comes before good storytelling. We believe in building genuine relationships with our clients and podcast hosts to create unique opportunities. The way we do that is by listening and building trust. Our goal is to not only increase your visibility and strengthen your presence, but to tell your story in a way that only you can share it. Known as THE Podcast Matchmaker™, we'll make sure that those who need to hear your story most are the ones you reach. If you're ready to start landing interviews, then you've found your perfect match! https://themlgcollective.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Bonus · Sat, May 11, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Two Things Interview Podcasters are Doing That Frustrates New Guests - ReThink Your Strategy Ok, so in a pre-interview of a guest for my Living The Next Chapter Podcast I met with a wonderful person that has had the worst experiences as a podcast guest. Podcasters, if you are doing the following two things with your guests, you need to stop - or - be more transparent as to your intentions and your process when dealing with guests - the way some podcasters are acting is making the rest of us look bad - so please stop! So not bait and switch your potential guest - this person I mentioned was invited onto a podcast only for the podcaster to use this opportunity to try to sell their course, membership, mastermind etc. A Sales Funnel disguised as a podcast interview is classless, tacky and disturbing - don't muddy the water - please stop! The second thing to stop doing is having two tier interactions with your guests - if you charge some of your guests and don't charge others, do not hold a guest's podcast release date for ransom and demand payment to bump them up the list so they can share their episode. Whoever taught you to do these tactics has led you astray. This kind woman was totally discouraged by your actions as an interview podcaster. Thankfully, I was able to meet her on her last attempt at being on a podcast and I will make sure that she has a great episode, that she has me supporting her before, during and after the podcast and that I will continue to be there for her as a guest into the future. A sales funnel is a sales funnel - a podcast interview is a podcast interview - please do not confuse the two! Rant over! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, May 10, 2024
Episode 247 - How to use Audacity To Podcast - A Guide for Podcasters Using this free recording tool What gives you the Audacity to Podcast? Audacity! Audacity gives you a great free tool to record your audio first podcast. Forget the expense monthly digital workstations that charge you for tools that you will NEVER need - free is not a bad idea - I love free! We discuss 7 things to leverage Audacity to Podcast better. - Create a Master File for your podcast that includes all your elements to create your next episode - don't start with a black screen! - Record yourself locally when doing over the internet interviews - that way you have an uncompressed audio file of your mic straight into your computer - When recording with your guest, record locally on your computer in Audacity and minimize Audacity to show just the recording timer/clock - this will help you to not loose track of time - Use Macro Manager to assemble repeatable tracks into a one click option - give yourself a break - Use a standard File Naming Convention to organize your episodes - Monitor your Recording level within Audacity - Green is good - Yellow is caution and Red is woah there, you're way too hot for podcasting! - Set your export settings and metadata ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, May 09, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Dave is Going to His Very First Podcast Event and I Promise To Not Be Shy - PodSummit 2024 PodSummit YYC 2024 will bring together the brightest minds and most innovative voices in Canadian podcasting for two days of networking, learning, and inspiration. Attendees can look forward to a diverse and dynamic lineup of keynote speakers, panel discussions, workshops, live podcasts, and interactive sessions exploring the latest trends, strategies, and technologies shaping the future of podcasting. Each ticket gives you COMPLETE 2-DAY access to all Sessions, Panels, Live Podcasts and Networking at PodSummit YYC 2024 (September 20-21, 2024)! We are excited to offer a limited number of early-bird Pre-Sale tickets . Get your tickets NOW to secure the early bird pricing before the official ticket launch on May 7th. Each ticket will have an add-on option for Day 1 & Day 2 Lunches at The Grand. Your ticket purchase also gives you eligibility to enter into the PodSummit Podcast Pitch Competition - Take your podcast to the next level by pitching your new or existing Podcast to a panel of Podcast Producers from CBC Podcasts, Canadaland, and The Sonar Network! General Ticket Sales will start on TUESDAY MAY 7th. https://www.podsummit.com/ https://www.podsummit.com/tickets ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 08, 2024
Episode 246 - Perplexity.ai challenges Chat GPT with robust tools and sources for search results Perplexity AI is an AI-powered search engine and chatbot that utilizes advanced technologies such as natural language processing (NLP) and machine learning to provide accurate and comprehensive answers to user queries. It is designed to search the web in real-time and offer up-to-date information on various topics. Perplexity AI is a powerful tool with an intuitive user interface that can help users find information on a wide range of topics. In this blog, we will discuss what Perplexity AI is and how to use it. Perplexity AI was founded in 2022 by Andy Konwinski, Aravind Srinivas, Denis Yarats, and Johnny Ho. The four founders met while working at Google AI, where they were all involved in the development of large language models. They were frustrated with the lack of a good way to access and use the knowledge contained in these models, so they decided to start their own company to address this problem. The name “Perplexity” was chosen because it reflects the company’s goal of providing users with accurate and informative answers to their questions, even if those questions are complex or challenging. The company’s mission is to “democratize access to knowledge” by making it easier for anyone to learn and explore new topics. Perplexity AI is still in its early stages, but it has already made significant progress. The company has developed a powerful search engine that can understand the context of a question and provide relevant answers from a variety of sources. Perplexity AI is also developing a number of other features, such as the ability to generate code, write tables, and solve math problems. Here are the steps to use Perplexity AI: 1. Head to www.perplexity.ai 2. To ask the model a question, simply type in your request in the search bar and click the blue arrow. 3. Review Perplexity AI’s answer and the sources. 4. Ask another question using the “Ask a follow-up” bar below. Perplexity AI has several features that make it a powerful tool for information discovery and sharing. Here are some of the key features of Perplexity AI: - Accurate and comprehensive answers to user queries - Real-time search of the web - Access to PDFs - Powered by large language models - Free to use - Available on the web and as an app for iPhone users - Cites sources used to provide the answer Accuracy : Perplexity AI uses a large language model (LLM) to provide accurate and informative answers to user queries. The LLM is trained on a massive dataset of text and code, which allows it to understand the context of a question and provide relevant answers. Completeness : Perplexity AI provides complete answers to user queries. This means that the
Bonus · Tue, May 07, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - What Would You Do if All Podcast Stats Went Away, Would You Keep Podcasting What would you do if your podcast stats just (POOF!) vanished? Would you stop podcasting? At the end of the day, connecting with your audience and making a positive impact on their lives is what truly matters.So, how can you gain valuable audience feedback beyond just download statistics? Here are some ideas: Encourage listener interactions: At the end of each episode, prompt your listeners to share their thoughts, questions, or stories related to the topic. Provide an email address or social media handle where they can reach out. Conduct listener surveys: Periodically send out surveys to gather feedback on what your audience enjoys, what they'd like to see more of, and how the podcast has impacted their lives. Engage on social media: Be active on platforms like Twitter (X), Facebook, or Reddit, where your listeners congregate. Respond to comments, start discussions, and build a community around your podcast. Attend live events: Consider hosting or attending live events like PodSummit, our regular podcaster meetups, or conferences related to your podcast's niche. This allows you to connect with listeners face-to-face and gain invaluable insights. Offer a hotline or voicemail (speakpipe): Set up a dedicated phone number or voicemail service where listeners can leave audio messages, feedback, or even record questions for future episodes. By implementing these strategies, you'll not only gain a deeper understanding of your audience's needs and preferences but also foster a stronger connection with your listeners – something that no download statistic can truly measure.Remember, at the core of every successful podcast is a genuine desire to connect with people and make a positive impact on their lives. So, even if there were no podcast statistics available, the real measure of success would be the meaningful connections you've made and the lives you've touched through your content. Thanks to PT Russell for her shout-out of this show on her podcast - you can find her show at the following link https://youtu.be/-zjjXylortU?si=MHJTUeLDBwoqry_I ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 06, 2024
Episode 245 - You've Done Hard Things Before, If Someone Believed in You Would You Start Your Podcast? Embarking on the journey of becoming a podcaster, like any new endeavor, is a daunting task. Yet, as the saying goes, "It doesn’t get easier, you get stronger." Through each trial and tribulation, I emerge stronger and more resilient. Though the growth may not always be immediately visible to others, I find solace in knowing that with each hurdle overcome, I am evolving into a better podcaster and a more confident individual. Embrace the Challenge and Start Your Podcast Journey Now that you've learned about the concept of growth through challenge and resilience in the context of podcasting, it's time to take action! Here's a practical step you can take to kickstart your podcasting journey: 1. Identify Your Passion and Unique Voice: Take some time to reflect on what topics you're passionate about and what unique perspective or expertise you can bring to the podcasting world. Whether it's discussing your favorite hobbies, sharing insights from your profession, or exploring niche interests, find what resonates with you. 2. Set Clear Goals and Milestones: Define your podcasting goals, whether it's reaching a certain number of listeners, producing a set number of episodes, or establishing yourself as an authority in your niche. Break down these goals into smaller, achievable milestones to keep yourself motivated and track your progress. 3. Equip Yourself with Knowledge and Resources: Research the technical aspects of podcasting, such as recording equipment, editing software, and hosting platforms. There are plenty of online resources, tutorials, and communities available to help you navigate the technicalities of podcast production. 4. Take the First Step: Don't let fear of the unknown hold you back. Start small by recording a pilot episode or even just outlining your podcast format and content. Remember, it's okay to start imperfectly—every podcaster begins somewhere. 5. Practice Resilience and Perseverance: Understand that challenges and setbacks are inevitable on the podcasting journey. Embrace them as opportunities for growth and learning. When faced with obstacles, draw upon your inner strength and determination to push through. 6. Seek Feedback and Iterate: Once you've launched your podcast, solicit feedback from friends, family, and early listeners. Use their insights to refine your content, improve your delivery, and enhance the overall listening experience. Remember, constructive criticism is invaluable for growth. 7. Celebrate Your Progress: Recognize and celebrate your achievements along the way, no matter how small they may seem. Whether it's reaching a milestone episode, receiving positive reviews, or connecting with listeners, take pride in how far you've come on your podcasting journey. By taking
Bonus · Sat, May 04, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - A Great Way to Grow Your Audience, Get More Listeners Today By Doing This Now Word of Mouth Marketing is amazing for Podcast Growth. As a solo-podcaster, how can you quickly add listeners to your show? Like, real, human beings that listen to your show? Not a paid bot that hits your podcast and it counts as a listen! A Real Person!? Add some interviews to your solo podcasts! Why? Because when a guest comes on your show, they are a potenial listener for your show! If you have an interview show, do you consider your guests to be potential long-term listeners and not just a passing guest interview? If you view every guest as a possible listener, and you do more interviews, you can turn a guest into a listener by treating them well! Want to grow your show today? Have a guest, Be a guest and treat each guest as a listener - not just as a guest! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, May 03, 2024
EPISODE 244 - CO-HOST - JJ Holley - Creating a ripple with your podcast, Be Your own hero, a big scary goal for my podcast Vision I want to inspire those ready to help make a positive ripple in their own life, so that they may create positive ripples in their world. By operating a business that enhances the community it’s in, that gives more than it receives. Additionally, I vow to help one homeless family a year, to help themselves off the street and assistance, by giving them the tools and the proper assistance needed. Doors to open for profit to the community, September 15, 2024. Until then, every event held at Ripple Retreat is free to host as long as 100% of the proceeds go to charity. Mission To create positive Ripples in the world, by providing you the space for your event. Leading by example, of what it means to help your neighbor starting right here at 186R Main Street, West Paris, Maine. Moreover, every event held at Ripple Retreat will create a positive Ripple in someone’s life…a butterfly effect. When you entrust Ripple Retreat to inspire your conscious growth, you entrust yourself to let go and grow, enhancing lives of others in the process: A Charity of Your Choice The Town of West Paris The Pink Feather Foundation How? Open For Profit Ripple Retreat vows to give 75% of all that profit to those mentioned and of that, 25% goes to a charity of your choice. Ripple Retreat also vows to help one homeless family help themselves off the street a year. https://ripple-retreat.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Fri, May 03, 2024
EPISODE 244 - CO-HOST - JJ Holley - Creating a ripple with your podcast, Be Your own hero, a big scary goal for my podcast Vision I want to inspire those ready to help make a positive ripple in their own life, so that they may create positive ripples in their world. By operating a business that enhances the community it’s in, that gives more than it receives. Additionally, I vow to help one homeless family a year, to help themselves off the street and assistance, by giving them the tools and the proper assistance needed. Doors to open for profit to the community, September 15, 2024. Until then, every event held at Ripple Retreat is free to host as long as 100% of the proceeds go to charity. Mission To create positive Ripples in the world, by providing you the space for your event. Leading by example, of what it means to help your neighbor starting right here at 186R Main Street, West Paris, Maine. Moreover, every event held at Ripple Retreat will create a positive Ripple in someone’s life…a butterfly effect. When you entrust Ripple Retreat to inspire your conscious growth, you entrust yourself to let go and grow, enhancing lives of others in the process: A Charity of Your Choice The Town of West Paris The Pink Feather Foundation How? Open For Profit Ripple Retreat vows to give 75% of all that profit to those mentioned and of that, 25% goes to a charity of your choice. Ripple Retreat also vows to help one homeless family help themselves off the street a year. https://ripple-retreat.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/ --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thehowtopodcastseries/message
Bonus · Wed, May 01, 2024
Question of the Month - May 2024 - Do You Read the Episode Show Notes When Listening To A Podcast We had a great response for our April Question of the Month, so, we are releasing our question of the Month for May 2024. Have your say and share your answer via our HowToPodcast.ca SpeakPipe link. Here is the question: "Do you read the episode show notes when you listen to a podcast?" This is not the blog post that accompanies a podcast that some podcasters include on their website - this is the podcast episode show notes (what you are reading right now!) Your audio answers will be compiled with other podcasters and released at the end of the month! ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 01, 2024
Episode 243 - Moving Your Podcast to a New Podcast Host - 4 things to consider when it is time to move I recently moved my Podcast Editing and Support Show from Spotify for Podcasters to Captivate.fm I fell in love with what Captivate.fm has done to build the podcasting community and I wanted to participate and support the great things that they do there - we we moved our show. When you move your podcast from one hosting site to another site ther are 4 things that I would like you to keep in mind to make the transition go smoothly. (1) Be sure to not kill your current feed too early. Keep your hosting site active during the transition to ensure that your podcast is fully operational before you cancel your past podcast host. (2) During the transition, stop posting your upcoming episodes to your old feed. Give yourself a gap between hosts by not posting upcoming episodes to your former hosting site. (3) Collect all your old feed stats and data from your old host before closing your hosting site down. Grab screen shots, download the "CSV Files" so that you have the history of your podcast including listener stats, episode stats, everything possible. (4) Once you have set up your new hosting site and redirected your RSS Feed to the new home for your podcast, post your newest podcast episode on your new host. When this new episode goes live, use Pod.Link to see if your newest episode sits at the top of the list as a new release - you can also click through the listening apps to see if your new episode, posted to your new hosting site appears. If so, you have been successful. From this point only post new episodes to your new hosting site http://pod.link/ Bonus tip: If you have previously connected your podcast to YouTube via the RSS Ingestion process, watch to see that your newest episode released via your new host also appears on YouTube. Captivate.fm had to do some digging to ensure that this connection was infact still active with the switch. If you don't see your newest episode appearing on YouTube as it did prior to moving your hosting site - reach out to the support team on your new hosting site to look into it for you. If you are looking for a hosting site to start your show or move your show, check out Captivate.fm We are proud affiliates of Captivate.fm, our recommendations are based on our knowledge and experience with them and their services - using this link will earn us a commission at no extra cost to you https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=zwmxowy ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/</stron
Bonus · Mon, April 29, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Should I have an Email List for My Podcast - Yes, No, Maybe So - Your Responses We asked - you answered! Email newsletters - yes or no - listeners of the show weigh in on email newsletters - here are their responses! Scarlet Classic - Classic Advice Podcast https://classicchronicles.ca/ Gary Boutin - Healthy Vegan Living https://www.youtube.com/@HealthyVeganLiving Mark J Brewer - New Brunswick Traveller https://nbtraveler.com/ Eric Seemann and Donna Reed https://www.realsiblings.com/ JJ Holley - What’s Your Ripple? Podcast https://ripple-retreat.com/ Jason and John - I Shower After Work Podcast https://www.isawpodcast.com/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, April 29, 2024
Episode 242 - CO-HOST - Brandon Mulnix - Start Right, The Chicken or the Egg - The Poultry Leadership Podcast "Welcome to 'The Poultry Leadership Podcast,' where we dive deep into the world of poultry leadership to help you soar to new heights in your career. Join us as we sit down with some of the industry's most accomplished leaders, farm owners, and allied professionals. Gain valuable insights, strategies, and personal stories that reveal the secrets behind their success. Discover what makes these poultry visionaries the outstanding leaders they are. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, our show is your go-to resource for unlocking your full leadership potential. So, sit back, relax, and enjoy the journey to becoming the poultry leader you aspire to be." This podcast is brought to you by Prism Controls, the leader in Environmental Controls for the past 43 years! Check them out at https://www.prismcontrols.com Find the podcast here https://pod.link/1716410281 https://www.pmsi.cc/the-poultry-leadership-podcast/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Fri, April 26, 2024
Episode 241 - CO-HOST - Scarlett Classic - Listener Turned Podcaster, My Why, The Nervous Moment of Pressing Publish Hi my name is Scarlett Classic. My podcast is about mental health, relationship, parental and general life advice that I have learn along this crazy journey call 'life'. I have three boys, and 5 dogs and married, divorcee and survived. Born and raised Albertan (Canada) through I have lived in Romania, England and Spain. I have been through a lot of heartache, but also so much joy. So grab a cup of coffee or tea and let's chat! https://classicchronicles.ca/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, April 24, 2024
Episode 240 - 5 Podcasting Guidelines to Follow, What to Embrace, Enhance & Prioritize NPR's Podcast StartUp Guide Five Rules to podcast by 1 - Be Authentic - If listeners can hear your authenticity, they’ll join in with it. 2 - Prepare - Winging it is not an option, not if you want people to care about what you’re saying. 3 - Leave Room for Discovery - Yes, prepare, but always be open to twists in the road, to reach for insights. 4 - Be Yourself, but better - The version of you on your podcast is a distillation of you. A you that’s sharper. Funnier, probably. Maybe even smarter. Certainly pithier. 5 - Edit - This is the most important rule. It’s a way of focusing your discussion, an opportunity to identify what makes your podcast unique. Do not shirk this. The Book: NPR's Podcast Start Up Guide: Create, Launch, and Grow a Podcast on Any BudgetFrom NPR comes the definitive guide to podcasting - featuring step-by-step advice on how to find a unique topic, tell the best stories, and engage the most listeners, as well as the secrets that will take your pod to the next level.Whoever you are, whatever you love, there’s a podcast audience waiting for you, and in today’s booming audio storytelling landscape, it’s never been easier to share your voice with the world. But while the barrier to entry for podcast production is relatively low (just the cost of a mic and a laptop), the learning curve is steep - and quality matters. That’s where NPR comes in. In NPR’s Podcast Start Up Guide, Glen Weldon draws on NPR’s extensive educational materials and army of talent - from recognizable hosts, such as Guy Raz (How I Built This), Gene Demby (Code Switch), Linda Holmes (Pop Culture Happy Hour), and Yowei Shaw (Invisibilia), to indispensable behind-the-scenes players, such as producers, engineers, and editors - to guide aspiring podcasters through the conception, creation, and launch of a podcast. Part master class, part candid informational interview with the best in the business, this book is a must-have for anyone who wants to make their dream of starting a podcast a reality. Audio version: https://amzn.to/3JHEdJy Print version: https://amzn.to/4dhzJaf ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, April 22, 2024
Daily Dave Briefing - Podcasting Tips - Should I have Chapters in your Podcast Episode Notes Unlocking the Power of Podcast Chapters: Enhancing the Listener Experience When a podcast incorporates chapters, listeners can see the chapter titles in their podcast player and easily skip to the section they want to hear. This provides a two-fold benefit: listeners can find a starting point that aligns with their unique interests, and they gain a bird's-eye view of the podcast's overall structure. Should You Add Chapters to Your Podcast?Chapters may not be appropriate for all podcast genres, such as storytelling shows like Snap Judgment or The Moth, where the narrative is meant to be experienced from start to finish. However, for informational podcasts like The Huberman Lab or less structured shows like the Joe Rogan Experience, chapters can be a valuable tool to highlight the "key segments" and provide a roadmap for listeners.As a podcaster, you'll have an intuitive understanding of whether chapters would be a good fit for your content. To get a sense of how chapters "feel," try using a podcast player like Fathom, which can read existing chapter markers or even generate them using AI for podcasts that don't have them. Observing how chapters are used in YouTube videos can also provide helpful insights. Streamlining the Chapter Creation Process Adding chapters manually can be a time-consuming task, requiring you to listen back to your podcast and meticulously place markers or type up the chapter titles. Some podcast hosting platforms, like Buzzsprout, offer built-in tools to simplify this process. However, the chapter creation process can be one of the most arduous parts of podcast production, with some producers listening to their episodes multiple times just to identify the necessary elements, such as chapter markers, social media clips, and audio quality checks. Leveraging AI Tools for Effortless Chapter GenerationTo address this challenge, many podcasters are turning to AI tools like Podium, which can automate the chapter creation process. These tools listen to your podcast, transcribe the audio, and then analyze the transcript to identify the appropriate chapter segments. The result is a formatted output that you can easily add to your show notes, allowing platforms like YouTube and Spotify to display the chapter titles. This AI-powered approach can save you hours of manual work, freeing up your time to focus on other aspects of podcast production. While some may be hesitant to rely on AI, the goal is not to replace your role, but rather to provide a solid foundation that you can then refine and perfect. Conclusion Chapters can be a powerful tool for enhancing the listener experience, but creating them can be a time-consuming task. By leveraging AI-driven chapter generation tools, you can streamline the process and devote more attentio
Mon, April 22, 2024
Episode 239 - 3 Questions For A New Podcaster - Why Are You Thinking of Starting A Podcast So, why are you thinking of doing a podcast? Here's an exercise for you to consider Please answer these three questions about your podcast plans: (1) How much time do you have to devote to your podcast? If time is your smallest slice of your pie, maybe you can try publishing shorter epsiodes or less frequent episodes, maybe you can partner with a co-host and share responsibilites and the time requied to create and maintain your podcast (2) How much money do you have to devote to your podcast? If money is your smallest slice of your pie, having a co-host could mean splitting costs, you could use a crowdfunding tool like BuyMeACoffee.com to raise capital funds to run your show - there are ways to make your money slice of your pie bigger! (3) How much passion do you have to do this podcast? Why should you or your listener care about your podcast? Do you love your subject? Doing something that you are by no means passionate about is not sustainable - at all! Identify what your passions are - these are the things that will drive you! If you are not clear on your investment of time, money and passion your audience will pick up on this! Need help developing time, money and passion for your podcast? Use the calendar link on my site and let's discuss how you move forward with your podcast! We got you! Dave ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 19, 2024
Episode 238 - How my YouTube Strategy Differs from other creators - How I made YouTube work for me, not the other way around An Audio only podcast does have a home on YouTube despite the constant railings of "gurus" that preach to podcasters that (in their words) "Fake videos do not belong on YouTube" To these "gurus", a fake video is anything that is not a video. What is your YouTube strategy for your podcast? Do you have a strategy? Mine differs from others in this space based on one simple statement - I do not work for YouTube, YouTube works for me! YouTube is great for your podcast as a backup drive, as a legacy for your content, the ease of connection is simple, searchability is strong to be found, accessibility is ever present with closed captioning and transcripts for free and non-video versions of an audio cast will work for many including marathon true crime podcasters - you don't need to make a movie of your episodes - you have a space on YouTube for your audio only content. If you come across anyone in podcasting that tells you that a free platform should never be trusted because free is a bad business plan - then kindly ask them if they have a Facebook account, or Instagram, or LinkedIn or TikTok - those are all free plans and seem to do suprisingly well as a free platform. What is your YouTube strategy? ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, April 17, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Scarlett's Joyful Message About Her Podcast Podcasting is a lot of hard work, often done alone, sometimes we feel that we hardly making a dent as we create content, post to our community and start working on our next episode. Sometimes podcastding isn't fun. Sometimes we forget that podcasting can be fun, life changing and a new passion - have you lost that loving feeling for your podcast? Well listen to the latest SpeakPipe message from Scarlett about her podcast and her journey as a new podcaster - her joy and excitement about her new podcast is contagious! https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4lC_fiAY_xNewLw3zz9pmoisySeIXxet&si=rfkLVMr952mLqh4O ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, April 17, 2024
Episode 237 - 6 Tips to Overcome Self-Doubt and a creative way to Break the ice and a Stove at the same time 6 Tips to overcome self-doubt Avoid Self-Comparison Remember tour past achievements Avoid Comparing yourself to others Be mindful of your thinking Spend time with supportive people Find validation from within Adinah Johnson a retired Psychology Professor, Published Author, Marriage Coach, Youtuber, Podcaster, wife and a mom. I was a youth counselor for 14 years. My book Butterfly Blue (The pain of infertility and the power of Forgiveness) is on Amazon. My Podcast is Black Butterfly/Black Pearls is on Spotify Amazon.com: Butterfly Blue: The Pain of Infertility & The Power of Forgiveness (9781733659406): MHR, MSM, Adinah Johnson: Books https://www.amazon.com/Butterfly-Blue-Infertility-Power-Forgiveness/dp/1733659404 My podcast Black Butterfly/Black Pearls is on Spotify with my lifelong friend of 45 years. https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hDmMsjX1WnhS3n3dOPhh8?si=vwg1tiCLQ4yHRLUP-XTcIQ&nd=1&dlsi=dc06dbb2ae3746a9 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, April 16, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Narrative Podcasting - A Different Approach to Interviewing - Podcastin' in the free world I recently had the priviledge to spend time with Neil Young's older brother Bob on my Living The Next Chapter Podcast. We talked about his new book, we shared stories of his brother Neil and the Young Family. Our conversation was not framed like a typical interview so I thought I would try editing the interview in a different format. I am putting this out so you can see that there are other ways to edit your podcasts - be creative and don't be afraid to try new editing techniques. Bob Young was born in Toronto, Ontario, Canada in 1942. He was a member of the Canadian Professional Golfers’ Association for nearly three decades and first met Moe Norman in the early 1960s. Like Norman, Young has always been intrigued by metaphysics and has had access to the leading trance mediums. Young’s brother is Neil Young, the internationally recognized singer-songwriter. https://www.bobyounggolf.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, April 15, 2024
Episode 236 - CO-HOST - Shelia Slick - Milestone Moments, Keap Infusion Software Tool Milestones Moments in Business & Leadership is a motivational podcast designed to inspire action and celebrate the pivotal achievements on the path to success. Hosted by Slick, founder of Five Milestones, this show explores the journeys of experts, entrepreneurs and leaders who have turned their visions into reality. Our carefully curated guests share not just their expertise but their milestone moments—those turning points that redefined their paths and led to their achievements. Through engaging conversations, we explore the strategies that led to their breakthroughs, the challenges they overcame, and the lessons learned along the way. Tune in to "Milestone Moments" to ignite your drive, embrace your journey, and celebrate the milestones that mark the path to your success. https://fivemilestones.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 12, 2024
Episode 235 - March 2024 How To Podcast Meetup - Creating Impact With Your Podcast Did you know that we host regular Podcaster Meetups on Meetup.com? We gather podcasters from our audience to support each other in community on their journey of podcasting. This episode is a sample of a recent MeetUp - we talk about creating impact with your podcast. We would love for you to join us for a future MeetUp - here is the link to our MeetUp Group! https://www.meetup.com/how-to-podcast-community/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, April 11, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - How to Podcast and Remain Anonymous - Playing with the Supertone Shift Tool Yes, you can podcast and keep your privacy! You don't have to be on video, you can even use a tool to change your voice. Dave plays with a new tool that can alter your voice and give you options to podcast without sharing your identity! High-quality voice at your fingertips. Meet the Voice library of high-quality voices curated by Supertone. New voices are added regularly, and if you don't have the voice you want, let us know! Customize your voice. Empower your voice with unparalleled customization. Adjust parameters such as pitch, pitch dynamic and reverb to sculpt your voice. Supertone's Shift offers real-time voice changing technology. It lets users immediately switch to any selected voice. Just pick a voice and begin speaking. Shift is suited for VTubers, content creators, and gamers, as well as anyone who wishes to accurately express their chosen persona's voice. Try out Supertone Shift now. Just select & speak High-quality voice at your fingertips. Customize your voice. Voice blending Easy integration https://product.supertone.ai/shift ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, April 10, 2024
Episode 234 - What Do Podcasters Struggle With Most - the one area of podcasting that seems to get the least attention When You’re Making A Podcast, Where Do You Get Stuck? The answers to this multiple choice question leaned heavily toward Promotion, at 47%. Ideas, scripting, and/or planning came in next at 17.9%. Editing had 13.4% of the responses, Scheduling had 9.2%, and Recording had 8.4%. Finally, Uploading & Publishing came in at 3.4%. https://www.thepodcasthost.com/planning/the-podcaster-problems-survey-2021/ https://www.thepodcasthost.com/listening/podcast-industry-stats/#what-do-podcasters-struggle-with-most ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, April 08, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Sharing Your Listener Stats Should Be Celebrated - Dave Shares His Numbers Why is it that Podcasters tend to treat their listener stats like they are a hand of cards at a poker game - saying your actual stats outloud without exagerating your numbers seems to be less common then it should be. I went through my 8 podcasts to total up the number of episodes that I have to date and the total listens that I have to date and I am happy to share them with you. I have 1032 episodes (1033 with this release) I have approx 160,182 total combined listens for all of my shows. I would love to celebrate with you and invite you to share your total episode count and listener numbers via Speak Pipe on our website. If you have one 3 episodes with 3 listens or thousands of episodes with 6 figure downloads - we are not here to compare our podcast to other podcasts, we are here to celebrate the heart and soul of your podcast, your hard work as a podcaster and celebrate your show! Leave a message today and let's make sharing our podcast numbers less mysterious. Go to How To Podcast and leave your message today! ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/ https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave
Mon, April 08, 2024
Episode 233 - CO-HOST - Jane Pilger - The Binge Breakthrough Podcast - Listeners see themselves in our stories The Binge Breakthrough Podcast Break through the cycle of binge eating, compulsive overeating, emotional eating, and food addiction. Learn the strategies, tools, and mindset you need to create lasting changes and finally find food freedom.Now available on Substack! Subscribe below to get notified of a new episode every Wednesday. My Binge Breakthrough Story I still vividly remember my first binge – the aftermath of a care package filled with fun-sized candy bars during my first semester in college. Surrounded by empty wrappers, I felt broken and ashamed. Little did I know that this moment would kickstart a 25+ year cycle of restricting and bingeing. Decades of therapy, treatment, and restrictive diets followed. I tried changing my thoughts, seeking control, and navigating two rounds of intensive outpatient therapy. But what I didn't understand was my body, its needs, and how to cultivate trust within myself. It wasn't until I delved into the science of the brain and body, embraced a trauma-informed approach, and filled my journey with compassion that I began to truly transform. I learned to create safety, trust, and connection within myself, reshaping my inner dialogue. Now, my passion lies in helping women who have struggled with food for decades to find food freedom and body trust. My approach is rooted in both science and compassion, offering a path towards healing and self-empowerment. https://www.janepilger.com/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, April 06, 2024
The How To Podcast Question of the Month - Do You Subscribe to and Read Emails from Content Creators? Introducing the How to Podcast Question of the Month! To participate, head over to HowToPodcast.ca and leave your answer to the question of the month. When you answer your question please introduce yoursel, tell us about your podcast or podcast idea and answer the question. The question of the month for April 2024 is - Do you subscribe to email newsletters and if you do are you reading the emails? We will compile all of your answers and release an episode of responses from the How To Podcast Family. What do you get for participating? Promote your show and get new listeners by sharing your podcast in every response! I am looking forward to hearing your response for April! Leave your message by Monday April 29th to be featured on the May 30th episode! ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, April 05, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - A Podcast Tool You Should Try and Why - Episodes.fm If you have been here for more than 5 minutes, you have most likely heard me mention the site Pod.Link as a way to share your podcast and give people a choice as to where they wish to listen. Well, Pod.Link has grown up and the more robust version is Episodes.fm - a great way to share your podcast or a specific episode with your audience or a past guest! Grab your Episodes.fm link for your podcast and put the link everywhere - like your email signature or your socials, your LinkedIn and on and on. Please stop sending your listeners ONLY to Apple - as big as Apple is, it isn't the only game in town - let your audience choose where they want to listen! more information on Episodes.fm https://nathangathright.com/introducing-episodesfm/ https://episodes.fm/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 05, 2024
Episode 232 - Podcast Audio Editing Tool Demonstration - Adobe Podcast - Get Better Audio for Your Next Episode Adobe has recently released a new tool called Adobe Speech Enhance, a part of their Adobe Podcast suite of AI tools. Ease of Use To use the web app, simply drag in your audio file and wait for it to render. As of this writing, expect it to process about 10 seconds of audio in a minute. Could not be easier. This is next-level user interface. A Bad Recording Day Rescuing Backup Recordings. Sometimes your primary recording device fails. When it does, you can use whatever backup audio from whatever mics happen to be around. Cleaning Up Walk-and-Talks. If you record in a noisy environment with traffic, or other noise. Lecture Rescue. Lectures are often known for having bad audio. This just fixes that. Travel Recordings. Pro travel setups can be really annoying and heavy. New plan: Leave the setup at home and record remotely with your phone. Remote Interviews. Conducting interviews over video conferencing software can result in varied audio quality due to different mics and environments. Adobe Speech Enhance can unify the sound quality for a more professional output. You don’t need to care if your guest has a great mic setup! Public Speaking Events. This tool can clean up live event recordings for later broadcasts or archives. Historical Archiving. Old audio recordings that suffer from degradation or noise could potentially be cleaned up for historical or educational purposes. https://podcast.adobe.com/enhance ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, April 03, 2024
BONUS - I Shower After Work Podcast - Listener response to my do you email listeners question - a great podcast for anyone in the trades This Podcast is here to discuss everything Trade related. We are here for the early risers and night shifters that are the backbone of this country. It's coming from the eyes of the field and covering the things we as construction workers deal with day to day. We are going to be hanging out with a cold drink and having a laugh or maybe just stirring the pot. I Shower After Work Podcast - find the show here https://pod.link/1718827501 on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@isawpodcast ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, April 03, 2024
Episode 231 - What Are Your Thoughts on Email Marketing - and Neil Young Podcasting in the New World Can we just podcast? We start our show and then we need to be a marketing expert, we need to post 3 social media posts within 72 hours for every episode, we have to livestream our podcast recording, we have to be on every social platform, we have to find a sponsor and make money with our podcast, we need 100,000 listens per episode within 24 hours, we need to do this and that, and that and that.... Really? I am asking for your opinion on Email Marketing - do you have an email marketing list for your show? As a community member have you signed up for emails from your favourite content creator? Do you read every email that you receive? Do you want me to start an email maketing plan for this show? I will do this if you want a little more Dave in your week - I would love to hear from you on this! Please use the polling feature within this episode, email me directly or use my speakpipe link on my website - where do you sit on the idea of email marketing. Also, check out the short clip from an upcoming episode of the Living the Next Chapter Podcast where I had the opportunity to meet with Bob Young, the older brother of a Canadian Musical Icon - Neil Young! Emails from Dave - yes or no?! ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, April 01, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Newton's Cradle - Simple Desk Toy or Action Incentive to change for podcasters You've probably seen this contraption before: Five small silver balls hang in a perfectly straight line by thin threads that attach them to two parallel horizontal bars, which are in turn attached to a base. They sit on office desks around the world. If you pull a ball up and out and then release it, it falls back and collides with the others with a loud click. Then, instead of all four remaining balls swinging out, only the ball on the opposite end jumps forward, leaving its comrades behind, hanging still. That ball slows to a stop and then falls back, and all five are briefly reunited before the first ball is pushed away from the group again. This is a Newton's cradle, also called a Newton's rocker or a ball clicker. It was so-named in 1967 by English actor Simon Prebble, in honor of his countryman and revolutionary physicist Isaac Newton. Despite its seemingly simple design, the Newton's cradle and its swinging, clicking balls isn't just an ordinary desk toy. It is, in fact, an elegant demonstration of some of the most fundamental laws of physics and mechanics. The toy illustrates the three main physics principles at work: conservation of energy, conservation of momentum and friction. In this article, we'll look at those principles, at elastic and inelastic collisions, and kinetic and potential energy. We'll also examine the work of such great thinkers as Rene Descartes, Christiaan Huygens and Isaac Newton himself. How does this relate to podcasting? What you put out to the world will come back to you in equal measure - whether that is kindess or unkindness, encouragement or discouragement - if you are looking to grow your podcast, help someone else grow their podcast. If you are looking for money for your podcast, give to another podcast. If you want reviews, give reviews. Don't give to get - give to give and it will be returned to you - it might not come back to you exactly as you gave but it will return to you with the same impact, just like Newton's Cradle ___
Mon, April 01, 2024
Episode 230 - Hook, Line, and Listen - Crafting Compelling Podcast Introductions The Significance of a Strong Podcast Introduction Research reveals that podcasts experience a notable drop-off in listenership, ranging from 20 to 35 percent, within the first five minutes—an attention-catching statistic considering the subsequent retention rate. Therefore, the value of crafting an engaging podcast intro becomes evident: failing to captivate your audience within this critical timeframe can lead to lost listenership. Curious about how to craft an enticing introduction? Explore this video for insightful tips on initiating a podcast episode, followed by a comprehensive discussion on the essentials of podcast intros. Crafting an Impactful Podcast Intro A compelling podcast introduction should not only introduce your podcast and its purpose but also entice both new and existing listeners. Effective introductions often include a teaser of forthcoming content to captivate the audience's interest. Incorporating on-brand music or sound effects enhances the overall appeal, while a clear call to action (CTA) encourages listener engagement. For instance, the immensely popular podcast "How I Built This with Guy Raz," recorded using Riverside, exemplifies an exemplary podcast intro. With millions of monthly listeners, this podcast excels in all key aspects of a successful intro: Justification for Listening: The episode seamlessly transitions from a sponsorship message to a teaser of the guest's interview, immediately showcasing the episode's value through a captivating story snippet. Personal Connection: Introducing the podcast's premise and episode theme hooks the audience while setting the tone for an engaging listening experience. Establishing Credibility: By providing a brief overview of the podcast and the episode's guest, the host demonstrates expertise and adds further incentive for continued listening. Setting the Mood: The choice of music complements the show's personality, enhancing the narrative's impact and creating a memorable experience for listeners. Conciseness: Despite the podcast's lengthy episodes, the introduction remains succinct, maintaining audience engagement within a brief timeframe. Effective CTA: Guy Raz encourages listeners to support the podcast by purchasing his book, seamlessly integrating a call to action without detracting from the episode's flow. Crafting Your Podcast Intro When scripting your podcast intro, adhere to these fundamental principles: Clearly state the podcast's name and purpose. Provide compelling reasons for listeners to tune in. Introduce the host and any guests, establishing credibility and fostering audience connection. Ultimately, your podcast intro serve
Bonus · Sat, March 30, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Perplexity.ai a competitor to Chat GPT - get source data for results with this new a.i. tool Are you using A.I. in your podcast - I learned about Perplexity.ai in our recent weekly How To Podcast Community Meetup (you should join us!) What I love about Perplexity.ai is that it sources the results when you use it (unlike Chat GPT) This allows you to see where it is pulling the information from in your search and go deeper on your own and to credit sources for your audience. I asked Perplexity.ai this question and this was the result given: Here is a concise answer to the question "four things a new podcaster needs to know before starting a podcast": 1 - Define your "what" and "why" - Clearly identify the topic and purpose of your podcast from the beginning. This will help guide all your other decisions. 2 - Understand the time commitment - Creating and maintaining a quality podcast takes significant time for planning, recording, editing, and publishing. Be realistic about the time required. 3 - Establish a consistent publishing schedule - Commit to releasing new episodes on a regular basis, whether weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. This helps build a loyal listener base. 4 - Invest in quality equipment - Using professional-grade microphones and editing tools will greatly improve your podcast's audio quality and production value. The key is to thoroughly plan and prepare before launching your podcast, rather than rushing into it. Taking the time upfront to define your goals, manage your time, create a schedule, and use the right equipment will set you up for long-term success. Check out Perplexity.ai here https://www.perplexity.ai/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, March 29, 2024
Episode 229 - CO-HOST - Leah M Forney - Frequency vs Consistency, Inclusivity, Representation and Adding New Voices to Podcasting Author, Strategist, Professional Speaker & Expert Trainer Leah M. Forney is a native of Queens, New York who is currently residing in Maryland. She learned early on the importance of having a relationship with Jesus Christ from her maternal grandmother who raised her in the church. She is a Sexual Assault Thriver and Advocate. She is a well sought after professional speaker. She has lend her voice and story to numerous projects over the last 5 years in business. She has released nine books over the last 6 years. She is the podcast host of the Internationally Recognized, Hey Queen, Thrive! She is an award winner of I am H.E.R. International Awards Woman on the Rise. She has been nominated for 13 industry awards such as ACHI, InspireU, & Sweat pants & Chill Retreat. She has been blessed to be featured on over 200 different media publications including but not limited to internationally streamed Born Unbreakable podcast. She has been blessed to land 2 partnerships with state and national organizations to lend her voice in the fight to end sexual violence. For the last decade, She has trained and spoken to law enforcement, attorney general's victim advocates, and countless other organizations and schools on the importance of addressing sexual assault effectively. You can follow Leah on many social media sites. as Leah M. Forney https://www.leahmforney.com/podcast https://www.leahmforney.com/ __ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, March 28, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - What Questions or Comments do you have around Growing Your Podcast I need your help! I am building a mini-series around Growing Your Podcast. To do this, I would love to add your questions and comments around growing a podcast within the episodes. To participate, head over to my website and use the Speak Pipe link to leave a voice message. Be sure to shout out your podcast, your website and leave your question and or comment. ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, March 27, 2024
Episode 228 - CO-HOST - Queon Wilcox - Podcaster Basic Training - Overcoming the Obstacles We Face in Podcasting "Mediocre Dads" is a podcast that celebrates the imperfect and embraces the idea that being mediocre is a choice. Hosted by a dad who acknowledges his flaws but refuses to settle for less, the show offers a refreshing and relatable take on fatherhood. Each episode delves into a different topic, from managing screen time to tackling picky eaters with humor, honesty, and practical advice. Join the "Mediocre Dads" as they show that being an imperfect parent can be a source of strength and connection. https://pod.link/1679265322 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, March 25, 2024
Episode 227 - Mastering Concise Content Creation - Podcasting Tips for Engaging Audiences In the world of podcasting, brevity is key. As the saying goes, "If I Had More Time, I Would Have Written a Shorter Letter." This sentiment has been echoed by great minds throughout history, from Locke to Franklin and Thoreau to Cicero, highlighting the importance of concise content creation. Mastering the art of concise communication is transformative for both creators and listeners. It's not just about being brief; it's about being focused, accurate, and mindful of your audience. Whether you're crafting an episode, a promotional snippet, or a message to your community, concise content can make all the difference in engaging your audience effectively. Here are some strategies to help you craft concise content that resonates with your listeners: Get to the Point: aim to capture your listeners' attention with a few carefully chosen words. Short, impactful statements stick with your audience and leave a lasting impression Clear Communication: By distilling your ideas into their clearest form, you reduce the risk of misunderstandings and keep your audience engaged from start to finish. Respect Your Audience's Time: Recognize that your listeners have limited time and attention. By delivering concise content, you show respect for their busy lives and increase the likelihood that they'll tune in regularly. Practice Makes Perfect: Crafting concise content may take more time and effort initially, but with practice, you'll become more adept at conveying your message succinctly without sacrificing depth or quality. Remember, being concise is not about sacrificing substance; it's about delivering your message in the most impactful way possible. By embracing concision in your podcasting journey, you'll captivate your audience and leave them eager for more. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, March 22, 2024
Episode 226 - Book Review NPR's Podcast Start Up Guide - What this book will do for your podcast My thoughts on this podcast book! I listened to the audio version on Audible and then purchased the book, it was that good - a little leaning toward podcasting with a "team" behind you, so keep that in mind. As solo podcasters we do it all, but this book can help and be an ongoing resource as you move forward into podcasting greatness! From NPR comes the definitive guide to podcasting—featuring step-by-step advice on how to find a unique topic, tell the best stories, and engage the most listeners, as well as the secrets that will take your pod to the next level. Whoever you are, whatever you love, there’s a podcast audience waiting for you, and in today’s booming audio storytelling landscape, it’s never been easier to share your voice with the world. But while the barrier to entry for podcast production is relatively low (just the cost of a mic and a laptop), the learning curve is steep—and quality matters. That’s where NPR comes in. In NPR’s Podcast Start Up Guide, Glen Weldon draws on NPR’s extensive educational materials and army of talent—from recognizable hosts, such as Guy Raz ( How I Built This ), Gene Demby ( Code Switch ), Linda Holmes ( Pop Culture Happy Hour ), and Yowei Shaw ( Invisibilia ), to indispensable behind-the-scenes players, such as producers, engineers, and editors—to guide aspiring podcasters through the conception, creation, and launch of a podcast. Part master class, part candid informational interview with the best in the business, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to make their dream of starting a podcast a reality. https://www.amazon.com/NPRs-Podcast-Start-Up-Guide/
Bonus · Thu, March 21, 2024
BONUS - Listener Shout Out from Scarlett Classic from the Classic Advice Podcast Scarlett has been listening to the How To Podcast Series and she has started her podcast! As family of the How To Podcast Series, I would love to invite everyone to go over to her podcast and support her on her journey as a brand new podcaster! Please enjoy a taste of her new podcast and drop her a note to congratulate her on taking action and starting her new show! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/scarlett752/episodes/Anger-Management-e2hc6ea ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, March 20, 2024
Episode 225 - If You Are Struggling To Start Your Podcast With Little Support From Those Around You - You Are Not Crazy, You're First So I was listening to the Mel Robbins Podcast and she had Jamie Kern Lima, author of Worthy as her guest - Jamie was telling her story and sharing some of the lies that we hear as creators of something new - like a podcast! There are 5 lies that you are telling yourself that are holding you back from greater success, purpose, and true fulfillment. Jamie went from serving stacks of pancakes at Denny’s to creating a billion-dollar makeup company, IT Cosmetics. She is one of the most successful entrepreneurs of all time and was the first female CEO in L'Oreal's history. Jamie’s life story shows you what is possible when you stop doubting your greatness, build unshakeable self-worth, and embrace who you are. In this episode, she provides the exact playbook for us to level up and discover the life that you have been looking for. Once you listen, your self-doubt won’t stand a chance. Here is a link to Jamie's episode on Mel's podcast https://youtu.be/nGjKNh80Lfw?si=zdft4R3YPosRY4H8 Jamie's book: https://worthybook.com/ Jamie’s website: https://jamiekernlima.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, March 18, 2024
Episode 224 - CO-HOST - Jamie Haberman - Starting a New Podcast - Hospice Buddy Cafe - Life Conversations over Coffee Jamie Haberman - Creator of Hospice Buddy, Author, & Girl Power Alliance Ambassador After graduating high school at the age of 17, I began my career in the healthcare industry. I have always enjoyed taking care of people, and I was drawn to the critically and terminally ill population.Over the years, I have learned a lot from my colleagues and patients, and I’ve met amazing people who have poured into me and mentored me to become the woman I am today. I became a leader in every position I’ve held and have mentored and trained many nurses, nursing assistants, students, patients, caregivers, and families. Throughout my career, every position I’ve held was an opportunity to advance my knowledge and my skills so I could provide exceptional, competent, compassionate care and lead others to do the same. Leadership is something that has come natural to me and I love educating and supporting others In February 2023, I asked God to take the lead to bring me on a new journey and to use me how he needed me. That’s when Hospice Buddy was born!This journey has led me to meet some very inspirational women from all walks of life, all over the world and has given me the opportunity to be part of the Dream to Rise Anthology book, alongside many other amazing authors who share how they have overcome life’s obstacles and rose above the challenges. It has also introduced me to a powerful organization that I am so thankful for and proud to be a part of, Girl Power Alliance . Girl Power Alliance is a premier global community of Christ centered resources for personal and professional development. It aligns with ambitious women excited about pursuing their God-sized dreams, mentoring others, sharing their gifts, and creating Kingdom impact. Leading, inspiring, and supporting people is a big part of who I am!If you want more information or want to join a powerful community of women collaborating and growing together, I would LOVE to have you on my team and help you reach YOUR God-sized Dreams! https://hospicebuddy.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, March 15, 2024
Episode 223 - CO-HOST - Tammy Vincent - Captivate, Podcasts Are Safe to Listen To, Community Engagement and Growth “Child of Dysfunction” is your guide into the world of resilience and healing. Hosted by Tammy Vincent, the adult child of two alcoholic parents, this podcast delves deep into the experiences of growing up in a chaotic and dysfunctional environment, facing childhood neglect, abuse, and trauma while overcoming adversity. With personal insights and expert interviews, we explore the challenges and triumphs of adults who grew up in these toxic environments, and healed. We Learn how to navigate these profound inner wounds though a variety of modalities including, but not limited to mindfulness, NLP practices, transformational coaching. We will help people uncover the darkness and emerge into the light as confident, thriving, empowered adults. This podcast is literally for anybody that has been subject to the complexities and cruelties that life can send our way. It is for people at any stage of their healing journey, or even those that want to help a loved one navigate their pain. Tammy Vincent, a survivor and thriver, has transformed her life from the challenges of being an adult child of two alcoholic parents. With a Masters in Education and addiction and recovery certifications, shes a beacon of hope for others on their paths to transformation. https://www.tammyvincent.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, March 13, 2024
Episode 222 - CO-HOST - Marti Statler - Podfest Recap, Be A Rebellious Podcaster, Leave room to pivot You could be a best seller in under a year, but you can’t sell a book that isn’t written. We have an expert team that makes writing your book simple. Your book will open doors, give you the authority you deserve, and the credibility your brand demands. We handle everything from writing your book, polishing & publishing, to promoting it to your audience. Hands-on so you can be hands-off.You’re a busy woman with high standards, we’re the experts. Let us give you a best-selling book while you focus on building your empire. Stop putting it off.You don’t need a ton of time. You don’t need to be an excellent writer. You don’t even need a complete outline. We have taken notebooks full of scraps, sticky notes, and doodles and turned it into a best-seller. Let us do the work so you can enjoy the benefits of your book. Write Whether you have a full outline or just an idea about an idea, we can pull a book out of you. Launch Already wrote the book and you’re overwhelmed with the publishing process? Ready to launch, but looking for quality support? We’ll polish that gem until it shines and take care of every single publishing detail to write, market and launch your book. Market Once you’re a published author, we’ll craft a detailed marketing plan that’s uniquely tailored to you and your brand so you can check Best-Selling Author off your bucket list. https://www.linkedin.com/in/martistatler/ https://rebelqueen.co/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, March 11, 2024
Episode 221 - Google Podcasts Closing Down, Where to Send Your Listeners and rss2ytm Google announced that it is shutting down Google Podcasts in 2024 to transition podcast listening to its new YouTube Music app. However, many users don't want to use YouTube Music for podcasts, especially Android users who like the experience of having a separate podcast-listening app. Thankfully, there are some good alternatives. If you're on Android, try Pocket Casts, Podcast Addict, or AntennaPod. If you have an iPhone, we recommend Overcast, Pocket Casts, Apple Podcasts, or Spotify. Below, we’ve curated recommendations from Reddit, our team, and other communities for the best Stitcher podcast app replacements. Pocket Casts AntennaPod Podcast Addict Overcast Pocket Casts Apple Podcasts https://rss2ytm.net/ If you’re using the YouTube Music™ app, you can listen to all your favourite RSS podcasts: even if they’ve not added their show to YouTube. Listening in this way means your favourite podcasters get download numbers via their podcast host, and continue being able to earn revenue from ads. To add a podcast, you need to know the RSS feed. Here’s how to find it for any show: Search for your favorite ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sun, March 10, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - How to Use Zoom to Record, Save Money on Paid Services and Get Amazing Audio There are many online recording platforms that would love to grab your money on a monthly basis to record your solo or guest podcast recording time. Zoom has had a bad rap for poor audio quality, that it is not a podcasting first experience - a lot of gurus will direct you away from zoom (probably because they have an affilate link to get you to use) What if you used zoom differently - I use zoom as a backup recording not my main recording. When I have a guest on my show I open audacity (free program) in the background and hit record as my guest joins me via zoom. Audacity is recording my microphone directly into the computer - no wifi drop outs to worry about. If you were to ask your guest to do the very same on their end, recording their audio via their microphone into their computer you end up with 2 separate recordings, one from your end and one from their end, shared via a free Google Drive link that you can assemble after the interview is over in Audacity. Zoom therefore becomes a backup recording, providing you the opportunity to see your guest on screen during the recording which helps with visual cues, interaction and a better recording experience. So I will encourage you to use zoom where others won't Record locally and separately and use zoom as a backup There you go! That's it! If you want to practice with someone, use my calendar link on my website and we can use, wait for it... Zoom and I can walk you thru all of this! Dave https://zoom.us/ https://www.audacityteam.org/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, March 08, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - International Women's Day 2024 There’s a Desire for More Women-hosted Shows Some think that because women make up nearly half of the listenership, it’s pointless to craft content catering to one gender over the other. However, audience data says that is NOT TRUE! There is a great need and desire for more stories that include specific female perspectives. Plus, we know from experience that when you focus in on an audience, you’ll have a better time creating content that actually adds value to your listeners’ lives. Female listeners: Crave podcasts with more female stories and perspectives. Want to hear unfiltered conversations that aren’t found anywhere else. Are on the hunt for more representation from women of colour. Oh, and over half of female listeners said they would listen to more podcasts if they were female-hosted. About 90% of monthly female podcast listeners already have at least one show on their roster that is female hosted or produced. Here’s a glimpse at what else each demographic currently listen to — Just a little something-something for your brand to think of while you’re finetuning your concept Source: Women’s Podcast Report ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, March 08, 2024
Episode 220 - Scott Wachter - PodCamp Toronto, Talker's Block, Working with Industry Pros as a Form of Content Marketing Award Winning Producer - Podcast Host - Working with other podcasters to make great showsExperienced Editor and Broadcast Tech with a demonstrated history of working in the computer games industry. Skilled in Storytelling, Premier Pro, Video, Audio Editing, and Writing. Strong media and communication professional graduated from York University. https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-wachter-5a3109113/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, March 06, 2024
Episode 219 - The Right Zoom Settings to Use to Make Zoom a Great Option for Non-Techy Guests Despite what you might hear in the podcasting space, many podcasters use Zoom to record their remote podcast interviews, despite the app's default settings compress audio and tend to lessen its quality. Here are ten steps to make your Zoom recordings settings to give you a higher-quality result! Download and setup Zoom Zoom has apps for Macs, PCs, Apple iPhone, and Android. To download the Zoom app, go to Zoom.us , create an account and click Download . Zoom's free version is perfect for most podcasters unless you plan on multi-person podcast recordings longer than 40 minutes. Setup microphone and headphones To get a quality audio recording, we suggest you invest in a USB microphone and a wired pair of headphones or earbuds. To select your mic as the input, click the gear icon to open Settings . Click the Audio tab and select your mic from the pop-up menu. You should see your mic listed as an option. Adjust settings for best audio Zoom compresses your audio which reduces the audio quality of the file. These audio settings can help make it better. Open Zoom and click the gear icon on the top right of the window to open Settings . Under the Audio tab, click: Select Low under Suppress background noise Select show option to enable Original Sound Select High-fidelity music mode Under Recording , select Record a separate audio file of each participant . Optimize your recording environment Make sure you pick a quiet place to record where you won't be disturbed. Follow best recording practices and remember to: check your internet connection double-check that your microphone is setup ensure your computer is plugged in or fully charged Invite guests to the recording To invite guests to your meeting, click New Meeting and select the arrow by the Participants icon at the bottom. Click Invite to generate an invite link and a meeting passcode. Copy the invite link and Zoom meeting passcode into a text or email to send to your guests or cohost. Click the Participants button to see when your guests join the call. Your guest does not have to download the app to accept a call. They can simply click the link and open it within their browser. Run pre-flight check Turn on Original Sound & click reco
Bonus · Wed, March 06, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Facebook and Instagram are down, again - I can't reach my community - you need a website Are you getting tired of social media platforms dropping the ball, you can't sign-in to your Facebook, or Instagram - to all those podcast gurus that tell you to build your community on a social platform - one question - how are you feeling now?! Facebook and Instagram are down yet again causing content creators, communities and interaction with a content creator's audience to grind to a halt - why are we building our entire world on any given social platform? Facebook, Instagram, and Threads are coming back online following an outage lasting about two hours. The three Meta-owned platforms stopped working for many users starting around 10AM ET. Some users experienced issues logging in to their Meta Quest headsets, too. Facebook logged users out of their accounts, while Instagram users couldn’t refresh their feeds, and Threads displayed a message saying, “Sorry, something went wrong. Try again.” Reports on Downdetector rapidly spiked for all three platforms , while network tracker NetBlocks noted the issue’s global impact. WhatsApp appeared to be unaffected and kept working. Meta acknowledged the issue on its status page with a message timestamped 10:17AM ET, reading, “We are aware of an issue impacting Facebook Login. Our engineering teams are actively looking to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.” As of 12:07PM ET, the status page said Meta is “recovering from an earlier outage impacting Facebook Login, and services are in the process of being restored.” https://www.theverge.com/2024/3/5/24091207/meta-outage-facebook-instagram-threads-down-signed-out Get your own domain site and build a world not dependant on if a social media platform rises or falls - they owe you nothing as a user - build your content and community somewhere that you own the keys to! If you need help in doing so - hit me up on my website (not my socials - cause, who knows these days - right?) ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, March 04, 2024
Episode 218 - The Best Way to Catch a Fish is to Fish Where the Fish Are - Podcast Commercials I love fishing - I always catch and release. It is so relaxing to sit on the dock and watch your bobber out in the lake dunk under the water when you get a hit! Fishing where there are fish is way more fun than fishing in a pond with no fish. A podcast listener's native home is, wait for it, a podcast app. Instagram, Facebook, TikTok or X will never be the home for podcasting. By creating a commercial for your podcast allows other podcasters to promote your show. If you need help creating your own podcast commerical, head over to my site and jump into my calendar today! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, March 01, 2024
Episode 217 - Dave Guesting on the The Travel Collective - What is a PODCAST, Yes you can start your own or be a guest Would I be a good guest? Do I have to have a lot of technical gear? Should I start my own podcast? Meet Dave Campbell - who decided to start a podcast, now he has 8, and hosts a how-to podcast show and mentors those who want to start their own podcast! . Hear about his 8 podcasts- Everything from Music, to being a Dad, to starting a Podcast! Contact Dave if you are interested in being a GUEST or starting your own podcast- https://truemediasolutions.ca Share your Travel Story, challenge or questions with April www.yourphototravelguide.com/contact ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, February 29, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Leap Year Episode - An Extra Day in Our Calendar and Thoughts Around Bonus Content Without leap day, our calendar would be off by about 24 days every century, or every 100 years! The first leap year was introduced in 46 BCE by Julius Caesar of Rome. People born on a Leap Day are sometimes called leaplings . More than 4 million people around the world are leaplings. On non-leap years, some leaplings choose to celebrate their birthdays a day early on February 28, while others choose to celebrate a day later on March 1. There is an international club for leaplings! The Honor Society of Leap Year Babies has over 10,000 members worldwide. Some cultures that use a lunar calendar – a calendar that is based on the moon’s movement - add a whole leap month every three years. The Summer Olympic Games are held every four years on leap years. There are 525,600 minutes in a typical calendar year. On leap years, there are 527,040 minutes. What will you do with the extra 1,440 minutes this leap year? https://www.leapfrog.com/en-us/learning-path/articles/leap-year-fun-facts Bonus content ideas Encourage listeners to submit topic suggestions, questions, and feedback through multiple channels, such as social media, email, and podcast reviews. Regularly review and incorporate listener feedback to tailor podcast content and bonus episodes to their preferences and concerns. Foster a sense of community by acknowledging and responding to listener contributions, whether through shout-outs, dedicated listener Q&A segments, or guest appearances on the podcast. ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, February 28, 2024
Episode 216 - Mike Van Pelt - Make Your Podcast Story Worthy, Contagious Curiosity, True Man Life Coaching Hi, I'm Mike Van Pelt Men's Mentor & Life CoachI help men unpack the goodness that’s already in their heart and discover the True Man inside of them. Mike Van Pelt is an entrepreneur, author, speaker, and men’s life coach leader. He is the founder of True Man Life Coaching and host of the popular men’s podcast, True Man Podcast.Mike’s experience and passion for coaching, guiding, and mentoring men has come from his involvement in leading Christian men’s groups along with his own journey to take his life back and achieve success. In addition, Mike has served in leadership roles for most of his career, bringing over two decades of engagement and expertise in account management, consulting, and leadership development. Mike has authored numerous articles and is featured in the best-selling book, The Art of Connection: 365 Days of Transformation Quotes by Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and Influencers. In addition, Mike is completing his first book entitled, True Man True Ways, A Roadmap of Discovery to the Masculine Heart.Mike holds a BA in Business Leadership and a Master of Public Administration from The University of Arizona Global Campus. In addition to being an author and coach, Mike is happily married to his wife and best friend of 26 years and has two talented children. When he’s not coaching, he’s probably enjoying time at one of his many family activities or getting in a quick round of golf with friends. https://www.truemanlifecoaching.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, February 26, 2024
Episode 215 - CO-HOST - Adinah Johnson - Reflections on PodFest 2024 and How Research Can Help Your Podcast Content ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sun, February 25, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Dave Plays with PodStatus - Get Your Podcast Reviews and Rankings All in One Place Reviews and rankings of your podcast. Monitor reviews for all of your podcasts. Track your ranks hourly in 175 countries. Daily in your inbox. Your podcast under control The tools you need to monitor your podcasts, know your listeners, and get more downloads. Turn reviews into useful feedback with automatic review collection, and detailed filters. 175 countries. Analyze your podcast's position over time in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Ivoox charts. Updated every hour . Check the daily performance of your podcast on the charts in every country. Reviews and rankings daily in your inbox. Receive a daily email with the information you want to know about your podcast. Reviews from 175 countries. Updated daily. From platforms such as Apple Podcasts, or Podchaser. You will know the position of your podcast in the charts of 175 countries. From platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Ivoox. Integrated with podcast platforms Your most important podcast metrics in one dashboard. We are continuously working on integrating new platforms. Intelligence to study the competition. Check out the live podcast rankings on platforms like Apple Podcasts or Spotify and information about each podcast. Coming soon: Know the number of competing podcasts per category/country. Affiliate link - when you click and shop this link, I will receive a commission https://podstatus.com/TrueMedia To visit the site on your own, please visit https://podstatus.com ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, February 23, 2024
Episode 214 - Foundations of Podcast Success - Navigating Quality Content & Patience Podcasting Foundations: Building on Two Essential Pillars Before delving into our top promotional strategies, let’s pause to evaluate the bedrock of our podcasting endeavor. We'll start by examining the two fundamental pillars of successful podcasting: quality content and patience. It's crucial to ensure that what we're currently producing merits promotion and to maintain realistic expectations regarding the timeline for achieving success. Quality Content: Marketing a subpar product is futile. No amount of investment, creative marketing tactics, or desperate attempts will breathe life into a lackluster podcast. Thus, before embarking on the journey of podcast marketing, it's imperative to ensure that the content is of commendable quality. What defines quality content? It must embody the following attributes: Valuable: Each episode should offer something beneficial to listeners, whether imparting new knowledge or skills, providing entertainment, or satisfying curiosity. Unique: Your podcast's perspective should contribute something fresh to the discourse. Assess your distinctiveness by comparing against others in your niche and refining differentiating factors. Engaging: Your podcast must capture and retain the audience's interest. If current listeners aren't consistently engaged, prioritize enhancing the content. Study similar podcasts' formats, content, and structure, considering ways to incorporate and improve upon their features. The most effective long-term strategy for podcast promotion is rooted in providing genuine value. While gimmicks and shortcuts may yield short-term gains, they lack sustainability. Rather than chasing fleeting marketing trends, focus on cultivating value through authentic relationships and high-quality content. Patience: Having established a foundation of quality content, shift your focus to the second essential pillar: patience. Just as Rome wasn't built in a day, growing a podcast audience takes time. It's essential to remember that many hosts produce content for several months before witnessing significant increases in listenership. This means persistently promoting episodes, even if initial engagement is minimal. Don't be disheartened; podcast marketing is a long-term endeavor. Trust in the fact that promoting a podcast is a gradual process, and audience growth hinges on consistently delivering compelling content over time. ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, February 21, 2024
Episode 213 - American Idol vs. The Voice - Why This podcast exists in a sea of podcasts about podcasting I was asked by a future guest co-host of the How To Podcast Series to share the reason why this podcast exists here as an episode. I go over this story with each of my guest co-hosts as I believe it helps us in our pre-interview meet and greet to focus in on you, the listener and why I do this show. So, if you haven't been a guest co-host yet here is what we are going to discuss when we meet in the future and if you have joined us here as a guest co-host - a, thanks for sharing your insights with us in the past and b, here is a refresher on why this podcast exists in a sea of podcasts about podcasts. If you follow a podcast about podcasting and the host is not meeting your expectations move on, we need less judgement in podcasting and more coaching - whether you find your community and encouragement here or elsewhere, be sure the show that you follow builds you up and never tears anyone else down in the process. Keep podcasting! ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, February 19, 2024
Episode 212 - Why People Tune Out of Your Podcasts and How to Keep Them Listening Why People Tune Out of Your Podcasts and How to Keep Them Listening In the realm of podcasting, capturing and retaining audience attention is a vital endeavor. However, it's not uncommon for hosts to wonder why their listenership might dwindle over time. Fortunately, the solution may lie in a relatively simple fix. Here are some actionable tips to enhance your podcasting game and ensure that your audience remains engaged. The Importance of Audio Quality: Picture this: You're eagerly tuning in to a new podcast episode, only to be greeted by muffled voices, distracting background noises, or erratic volume levels. It's hardly an enjoyable experience, is it? Quality audio isn't just a nicety in today's competitive landscape—it's a necessity. It ensures that your message is conveyed clearly and crisply, holding your audience's attention from the first minute to the last. Conveying Professionalism: Top-notch audio isn't merely about delivering a pleasant listening experience; it also signifies professionalism and dedication to your craft. By presenting your content with pristine sound quality, you demonstrate a commitment to excellence and a respect for your audience's time. This professionalism fosters trust and credibility, key ingredients for building a devoted following. Shaping Your Brand Image: Your podcast's audio quality serves as a reflection of your brand identity. A polished and professional sound sets you apart from the competition, leaving a lasting impression on your listeners. It not only enhances your brand's reputation but also opens doors to potential collaborations and sponsorships, further solidifying your position in the market. The Role of an Audio Editor: Enter the audio editor—a crucial ally in your quest for podcasting excellence. These professionals possess the expertise and technical prowess needed to elevate your audio to the next level. By enlisting their services, you can focus on crafting compelling content while leaving the intricacies of audio editing in capable hands. Benefits of Hiring an Audio Editor: Expertise: Audio editing is a specialized skill that requires precision and finesse. By hiring an audio editor, you tap into their knowledge and experience, ensuring that your podcast sounds its best. Time Efficiency: Editing audio can be a time-consuming endeavor, particularly for those unfamiliar with the process. Outsourcing this task to a professional allows you to allocate your time more efficiently, focusing on content creation and audience engagement. Consistency: An audio editor ensures consistency across episodes, maintaining a uniform level of quality that reinforces your brand identity and enhances the overall listening experience for your audience.</
Fri, February 16, 2024
Episode 211 - Gabrielle Pimstone - Insights for Podcasters from an active Podcast Guest Wendy's Resturant had a commercial back in the day where they asked the important question.... "Where's the beef?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U80ebi4AKgs Gabrielle and I share our Podcast Beef's as we tackle how to be a better podcast interviewer and guest - real examples from our experiences on both sides of the interview to give you some practical suggestions on how you can improve your podcast game! https://www.generativegrowth.com.au/ https://www.instagram.com/gabrielle.pimstone/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552404993057 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, February 14, 2024
Episode 210 - CO-HOST - Suswati Basu - Podcasting Changed My Life and Continues to Create Legacy Hi, I’m Suswati, journalist and editor, discovering what makes us human and “how to be”, whilst showcasing polarising conversations. Hoping to explore important social and psychological issues together with you. Do you struggle with anxiety and overwhelm, does this stand in the way of you starting your podcast? Suswati joins us to talk about how her podcast changed her path. https://howtobe247.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, February 12, 2024
Episode 209 - Understanding Analytics, What Stats Mean, and What Stat You Should Focus on To Grow Your Show in 2024 We take a look under the hood at the topic of Analytics and Stats - what stat should you focus on this year? We talk about downloading your Geographic Location list of your listenership and how you can upload this entire list into Google Maps - pinning all these listeners on a global map so that you can witness your total global domination! What a fun exercise - here is a YouTube link on how to do this in Google Maps https://youtu.be/XN_VuNJXsTQ?si=4JphitOuRkf39bae How long your listeners actual stick around for each of your episodes is more important than a 5 star rating for your show - I know this might not sit well with all of you, but a complete listen by your audience for every episode is a better signal to each of the players that there is value in your content - and, a 5 star rating can be purchased - check your email! You will see this often as you continue podcasting! A 5 star rating can be gamed and purchased and it is more of a vanity metric really, no, c'mon, really! Thanks for listening (to the entire episode!) ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, February 09, 2024
Episode 208 - CO-HOST - Devon Jones - Beer, French Fries and 88 Podcasting Questions Answered You're going to have a ton of questions. Luckily, we have a book for that! We decided to comb the internet for questions so that we could compile them and turn them into blog posts.What started out as a simple idea turned into a 146 page interactive eBook that outlines in incredible detail, every answer to every question a podcast beginner might ask.The book includes:• 88 of the most asked questions and their answers.• Hundreds of links to solutions.• All of the necessary templates & frameworks.• Easy to follow actionable steps for every solution.• Simple and direct design. https://www.theperspectivepodcast.ca/88questions/ https://www.theperspectivepodcast.ca/ ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, February 08, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Spotify For Podcasters Joins With Riverside.fm and Removes Some Native Features Podcasting has evolved quite a bit since its early days. As a format, it is increasingly becoming more visual and interactive, with more people around the world creating, listening, and engaging with the medium than ever before. And while the core vision of Spotify for Podcasters has remained — to make podcasting so brilliantly simple that anyone, anywhere, can share their voice with the world — like podcasting itself, we’ve expanded our purpose over time. Today we are focused on helping you reach larger, more global audiences and giving you the tools to develop meaningful, authentic connections with those fans. To that end, we have a couple of important updates to share as they relate to some of our features on Spotify for Podcasters. First, we are excited to share that we are deepening our partnership with Riverside to provide a native, best-in-class creation experience right inside Spotify for Podcasters. Riverside is an excellent platform that offers powerful, AI-driven recording and editing tools used by creators of all sizes. We first launched our partnership in 2022, and since then, we have seen top creators all around the world leverage their advanced tools to enhance their podcast production. Riverside offers a podcast creation feature set similar to what exists in Spotify for Podcasters today, with the meaningful addition of new video and AI tools to help creators take their work even further. With our new integration — which launches today — you can record and edit your audio and video podcasts with Riverside right inside the Spotify for Podcasters web product. You can bring in guests for remote interviews, make precise transcript-based edits to the recording, and use their comprehensive suite of AI tools to further clean up and enhance your content before publishing seamlessly through Spotify for Podcasters. Here’s what it looks like: https://youtu.be/bnnxq3EmUZc Alongside the rollout of this integration and to better optimize the needs of creators today, we are refocusing our attention — and resources — from some of our legacy tooling to the next generation of podcast innovations. As part of that shift, we are discontinuing our web and mobile native creation tools, including recording and editing tools as well as our
Wed, February 07, 2024
Episode 207 - Foster enduring intimacy that captivates and retains an audience Fostering enduring intimacy that captivates and retains an audience is paramount. Here are a few guiding principles I'd like to impart: Authenticity : Strive to be genuine. Avoid contrived attempts to win over listeners. Authenticity resonates deeply and invites engagement. It's the cornerstone of connection, although not the sole rule to prioritize. Preparation : While spontaneity can inject freshness, thorough preparation is essential. Respect your audience's investment by delivering your best. Carefully plan your narrative arcs, questions, and wording to ensure coherence and depth. Embrace Discovery : Invite your audience into your thought process. Engage them by revealing your journey, allowing for unexpected turns and insights. Balance preparation with flexibility to foster genuine exploration together. Enhance Yourself : Be true to yourself, but elevate your presentation. When the recording starts, shed the rules and simply shine. Your podcast persona should be a refined, more compelling version of yourself—sharp, witty, and engaging. Edit Ruthlessly : Editing is paramount. It refines your content, ensuring it feels natural and cohesive. Trim distractions, refine jokes, and eliminate verbal tics. Editing isn't deceitful; it's a service to your audience, sharpening your podcast's unique identity. In summary, embark on your podcasting journey with confidence. Strive for brilliance, warmth, and humor while holding yourself to high standards. Enjoy the process, and your audience will too. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, February 05, 2024
Episode 206 - CO-HOST - Paloma Bartschi - Building a Membership, AI Tools, SpeakPipe and Buy Me A Coffee Born in the year of the horse Paloma felt drawn to these great creatures from an early age. At the age of five, she took her first riding lesson. She looks back now to over 40 years of riding experience of which she was blessed to share 21 years with her Islandic Horse companion Ljomi. The animals have always been her friends and until her teens they were connected by a very special bond. As she grew older, however, she lost part of that connection like most of us do through the distractions of life. For awhile she didn’t know how to get it back. Her professional career was taking her in a completely different direction from her natural gifts. Then in the summer of 1998 she had a key experience which led her back to the animals and nature. That was when a horse talked to her. Paloma started studying to become an animal communicator and did not stop there. She studied different ways of interacting with nature and learned from ancient wisdom and how our ancestors were connected with animals, plants and all of creation. During the past 14 years Paloma has talked to thousands of animals and has helped hundreds of people have a better connection to their animal companions. Today she is exclusively committed to spreading the animals’ messages, teaching animal communication, giving individual consultations of animal communication and also doing life energy consultations. She is happy and grateful to be able to share information with people to help them create a continuous joyful and harmonious bond with their animal companions and nature. Website – SpeciesSpace.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/speciesspace/ https://www.facebook.com/paloma.baertschiherrera https://www.instagram.com/paloma_baertschi_tiertalk/ https://twitter.com/Tiertalk Find out more about Paloma at her website SpeciesSpace.com ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sun, February 04, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Is it Time To Breakup With Your Obsession Over Your Stats - The NoStats90 Challenge Download numbers, likes, reshares, and followers are useful numbers to track, but focusing on them too much can leave us distracted, frustrated, and eventually burned out. That’s because we’re focusing on stuff we can’t control, instead of stuff we can . The 90-Day No-Stats Challenge is a fun way to see what can happen when you put your energy into making stuff people love, instead of hitting Refresh on that analytics page. Here’s how it works. Sign up to the challenge Pick a charity to support Ask your friends to sponsor you to abstain from checking your stats! Track your progress on a wall calendar or a streaks tracking app Every time you take a peek at your stats, restart your streak from 0 (this will probably only happen in the first week or so) Buzzcast Full Episode https://pod.link/1446336657/episode/21946900a7a351ba093cee94fced4845 https://hellosteadman.com/nostats90 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, February 02, 2024
Episode 205 - Solo Podcasting , Navigating Loneliness, Mental Health for Solo Podcasters Acknowledging the Solo Podcaster's Unique Mental Health Challenges : Isolation and Loneliness : Solo podcasters often spend hours recording, editing, and promoting episodes alone, which can lead to feelings of isolation and loneliness. Pressure to Perform : Without co-hosts or a team to share responsibilities, solo podcasters may feel the weight of the entire production process, leading to burnout and stress. Imposter Syndrome : Being the sole voice of a podcast can exacerbate imposter syndrome, as solo hosts may constantly doubt their abilities or feel inadequate compared to others in the industry. Strategies for Maintaining Mental Wellness : Build a Support Network : Actively seek out communities of fellow podcasters or join online forums where you can connect with others who understand the unique challenges of solo podcasting. Having a support network can provide validation, encouragement, and practical advice. Schedule Breaks and Boundaries : Set clear boundaries around your podcasting schedule to prevent burnout. Incorporate regular breaks during recording and editing sessions, and prioritize self-care activities outside of podcasting to recharge your mental batteries. Practice Self-Compassion : Combat imposter syndrome by practicing self-compassion and acknowledging your accomplishments. Remind yourself that it's normal to feel uncertain or anxious at times, and focus on the value you provide to your audience rather than comparing yourself to others. Fostering Sustainable Podcasting Practices : Diversify Your Content : Inject variety into your podcast by incorporating guest interviews, listener Q&A sessions, or collaborative episodes with other creators. Not only does this break up the monotony of solo recording, but it also expands your network and brings fresh perspectives to your audience. Invest in Personal Growth : Dedicate time to honing your podcasting skills through learning opportunities such as workshops, courses, or mentorship programs. Investing in your personal growth not only improves the quality of your content but also boosts your confidence as a solo podcaster. Regularly Evaluate and Adjust : Periodically assess your podcasting process and mental well-being. Pay attention to signs of burnout or declining mental health, and be willing to adjust your approach as needed. Remember that prioritizing your mental wellness ultimately leads to a more sustainable and fulfilling podcasting journey. Summary Practical Takeaway:
Thu, February 01, 2024
Episode 204 - Building Community - Authenticly Engaging Your Solo Podcast Audience Authentic Engagement Through Social Media Presence: As a solo podcaster, your social media presence serves as a vital bridge between you and your audience. Use platforms like Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook not just to promote episodes but also to interact with your listeners. Respond to comments, ask for feedback, and share behind-the-scenes glimpses of your podcasting process. By actively engaging with your audience on social media, you humanize your podcast and foster a sense of community where listeners feel valued and connected. Interactive Content and Listener Involvement: Break the barrier between you and your audience by incorporating interactive elements into your solo podcast. Whether it's through Q&A segments, listener-submitted stories or questions, or even live streaming sessions, give your audience opportunities to actively participate in your podcasting journey. By inviting listener involvement, you not only deepen the connection with your audience but also make them feel like integral contributors to the content you produce, thereby strengthening the sense of community around your podcast. Building a Dedicated Community Through Consistent Communication: Consistency is key to building a loyal and engaged audience for your solo podcast. Establish regular communication channels with your listeners, whether through weekly newsletters, monthly updates, or exclusive bonus content for subscribers. By consistently delivering valuable and engaging content outside of your podcast episodes, you nurture a sense of belonging among your audience members. This ongoing dialogue helps sustain interest in your podcast and encourages listeners to become active participants in your podcasting community. Summary Practical Takeaway: In the realm of solo podcasting, community-building is not just a beneficial strategy but a fundamental aspect of success. To effectively engage your solo podcast audience and foster a sense of belonging: Consistently engage with your audience on social media platforms, responding to comments, seeking feedback, and sharing personal insights. Incorporate interactive elements into your podcast episodes to encourage listener participation and make them feel like valued contributors. Maintain consistent communication with your audience through newsletters, updates, and exclusive content, nurturing a dedicated community around your solo podcast. Remember, in solo podcasting, your audience isn't just listening; they're actively participating in the conversation. By prioritizing community engagement, you can transform your solo endeavor into a collaborative and enriching experience for both you and your audience. ___ <a href="htt
Wed, January 31, 2024
Episode 203 - Tech Talk - Tech Essentials for Solo Podcasters - Microphones, Soundproofing and Post Production In this episode, we demystify the world of podcasting equipment and setup for solo hosts. Explore the essential tools and tech that empower solo podcasters to deliver high-quality audio and create a professional-sounding show. Closing Thought: "In the solo podcasting orchestra, your tech is the conductor. Tune your instruments, and let your solo symphony resonate." Point 1: "The Myth of the Golden Mic" Host: Forget about the mythical golden microphone that supposedly transforms your voice into dulcet tones. In the solo podcasting universe, it's not about the bling but the clarity. We debunk the misconception that an expensive microphone is the sole key to success. Discussing how a modestly priced microphone coupled with the right environment can outshine its pricier counterparts, we'll reveal the secret sauce for achieving top-notch audio quality without breaking the bank. Remember, your voice is the star – not the price tag on your gear! Point 2: "Drowning in Decibels: The Art of Soundproofing" Host: Ever wondered why your solo podcast recordings sound like they were recorded in the middle of a rock concert? We explore the often overlooked world of soundproofing for solo hosts. From budget-friendly DIY hacks to professional tips, discover how to create a serene recording space that shields your audience from the chaos of the outside world. Unravel the mystery of background noise reduction and learn how a quiet environment can transform your podcast from an amateur garage band to a solo virtuoso performance. Point 3: "Editing Magic: Post-Production Prowess for Soloists" Host: Solo podcasters often wear multiple hats, and being your own sound engineer is one of them. Dive into the realm of post-production as we share editing tricks and techniques that can turn even the most chaotic recordings into a polished masterpiece. From eliminating awkward pauses to mastering the art of seamless transitions, we guide you through the maze of audio editing software and help you embrace your inner solo podcasting wizard. Unleash the power of post-production to refine your content and keep your listeners enchanted. Closing Thought: "In the solo podcasting orchestra, your tech is the conductor. Tune your instruments, and let your solo symphony resonate." Host: As you embark on your solo podcasting journey, remember that your equipment is not just a collection of gadgets; it's your conductor in the symphony of solo podcasting. Take the time to understand your tools, invest wisely, and create an environment that allows your unique voice to shine. Your solo podcast is not just a monologue – it's a symphony, and with the right tech, you can make sure every note resonates with your audience. Tune your instruments, r
Tue, January 30, 2024
Episode 202 - Mastering the Art of Solo Scripting - Crafting Your Narrative Structural Foundation: Building Blocks of a Compelling Script Point: Establish a clear structure for your solo podcast script, incorporating a well-defined introduction, body, and conclusion. Supporting Detail: Break down your script into segments such as introduction, main content, and conclusion. Use hooks, anecdotes, or intriguing questions in the introduction to capture your audience's attention. The body should have a logical flow, with each segment seamlessly transitioning to the next. Conclude with a memorable takeaway or call-to-action. Practical Takeaway: Prioritize outlining your solo podcast episodes, identifying key points to cover in each segment. This provides a roadmap for your episode, ensuring a coherent and engaging narrative. Tonal Variation: Infusing Emotion and Dynamics into Your Script Point: Leverage tonal variation to inject life into your solo podcast, keeping listeners hooked from start to finish. Supporting Detail: Experiment with pacing, pitch, and volume to convey different emotions and maintain listener interest. Introduce variations to avoid a monotonous delivery. For instance, modulate your voice to emphasize key points, speed up for excitement, or slow down for emphasis. Use pauses strategically to let crucial information sink in. Practical Takeaway: Record snippets of your script, focusing on varying your tone to convey different emotions. Listen back and assess where you can incorporate more dynamics. This practice enhances the overall appeal of your solo podcast, making it a more immersive experience for your audience. Engagement through Storytelling: Weaving a Narrative Thread Point: Integrate storytelling techniques into your solo podcast script to captivate and connect with your audience on a deeper level. Supporting Detail: Craft narratives around your content, using relatable anecdotes, personal experiences, or case studies. Storytelling humanizes your message, making it more memorable and resonant. Create a storyline within your episode, allowing listeners to follow a journey or progression. Utilize descriptive language to paint vivid mental images. Practical Takeaway: Identify key points in your solo podcast where storytelling can enhance the narrative. Develop anecdotes or examples that align with your message. Practice weaving these into your script, ensuring a seamless blend of information and storytelling that keeps your audience engaged. Practical Takeaway for Solo Podcasters: "Before yo
Mon, January 29, 2024
Episode 201 - The Freedom of Solo Podcasting - Unleashing Your Voice - Complete Creative Control: Solo podcasting empowers you with complete creative control over your content. Unlike collaborative efforts where compromises might be necessary, solo podcasting allows you to shape your narrative, choose your topics, and control the overall direction of your show. This independence fosters a unique and authentic expression of your voice, ensuring that your podcast is a genuine reflection of your thoughts, ideas, and style. - Flexibility in Scheduling and Content Creation: One of the key advantages of solo podcasting is the unparalleled flexibility it provides in both scheduling and content creation. You are not bound by the coordination of multiple schedules or dependent on others for your podcast's progress. This flexibility enables you to adapt to your own rhythm, experiment with different formats, and even respond to current events promptly. As a solo podcaster, you have the freedom to pivot and evolve your content organically without external constraints, making your podcast a dynamic and personal endeavor. - Deep Connection with Your Audience: Solo podcasting fosters a more intimate connection between you and your audience. Listeners often seek a personal and authentic experience, and solo podcasting allows you to create a direct and unfiltered connection with your audience. Sharing personal anecdotes, reflections, and insights can make your podcast more relatable and build a stronger bond with your listeners. This deep connection can lead to a dedicated audience who resonates with your individual voice and perspective. Practical Takeaway: As a solo podcaster, embrace the freedom to experiment with various formats, styles, and content. Use the flexibility in scheduling to adapt to your own pace and rhythm. However, remember that consistency is key; maintain a regular posting schedule to keep your audience engaged. Additionally, prioritize building a personal connection with your audience by sharing authentic stories and insights. Consider incorporating listener feedback and engagement to make your podcasting odyssey a shared experience. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, January 26, 2024
Episode 200 - The Two Types of People - How To Demonstrate Confidence as a Podcaster Dave does an exaggerated, self-indulgent intro to shed light on podcasters that puff themselves up in their podcast - a little tongue and cheek, but it seems in podcasting that some podcasters are way to inwardly focused at the expense of those that they come in contact with - what type of person are you when you enter the room, join a conversation or host your show? Be a more confident podcaster by making the choice to move from a "Here I Am" person to a "There You Are" person. Self-aggrandizing is acting or intending to enhance one's power, wealth, position, or reputation - this elevation of oneself over others repels and does not compell your audience to lean in to you as a person or to your podcast. We need to create a space that invites others in - make your show about others and everyone will benefit! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, January 24, 2024
E199 - CO-HOST - Jen Jones Donatelli - Find Your Groove as a Multipotentialite and Identifying Greatness in Others Are you someone who loves to do #allthethings? If so, you’ll find your happy place here at Creative Groove! We offer classes , community , and coaching around writing, creativity, freelance success, and the Artist’s Way . Pull up a chair (or magic carpet)—all are welcome here. Jen is the founder of Creative Groove and what Emilie Wapnick would call a multi-potentialite. I often joke that I’ve had nine professional lives, having worked in various capacities in entertainment, journalism, event planning, education, and as a solopreneur. The common threads that tie my eclectic career path together? Creativity and storytelling. I’m also a Diet Coke devotee, twin mama, and California girl-turned-Clevelander who’s passionate about helping others get their groove back…and I’m so glad you’re here! Here’s how we define “creative groove:” a state of flow in which anything feels possible. Over time, it’s easy to become burnt out, disconnected, or just blah—thanks to the demands of the daily grind or a gradual misalignment with our values and goals. At Creative Groove, we serve as what Artist’s Way author Julia Cameron would call a “creative chiropractor” to help you get back in alignment and reignite your spark. Our goal is to empower you to find your version of flow (and have fun along the way)! Dave finds out that he just might be a "multipotentialite" - those of us with many interests, many jobs over a lifetime, and many interlocking potentials. https://creativegroove.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, January 22, 2024
EPISODE 198 - Podcasting Success: Embrace Your Multipotentialite Superpower Welcome to another episode of "How to Podcast Series," the go-to podcast for podcasters navigating the exciting journey of starting and growing their shows. Today we've got something special for all you budding podcasters out there. Ever felt like you have many interests and creative pursuits, making it challenging to answer the question, "What do you want to be when you grow up?" Well, you might just be a multipotentialite, and guess what? It could be your superpower. We're delving into the world of multipotentialites with insights from Emilie Wapnick, an award-winning author and community builder. Emilie coined the term to describe individuals like themself with diverse passions and creative pursuits. So, if you've ever felt a bit lost or misunderstood in a world that favors specialization, you're not alone. What do the legendary figures - Leonardo da Vinci, Albert Einstein, Maya Angelou, and Richard Branson shared this unique trait. Now, let's simplify the concept and explore the clues that might indicate you're a multipotentialite. Clue 1: Non-Linear Career Path Do you find yourself switching between different roles, companies, and industries that may seem unrelated? Multipotentialites have diverse career paths, applying transferable skill sets across disciplines. Now, think about how your podcasting journey can embrace this diversity. Clue 2: Idea Generation Are you constantly coming up with new ideas, perhaps more than you can handle? For multipotentialites, generating ideas is a passion, and they excel at it. Imagine infusing this into your podcast, keeping the content fresh and engaging for your audience. Let's ask ourselves three crucial questions based on what we've covered: Do you often find yourself drawn to various topics and struggle to stick to just one for your podcast? Are you someone who thrives on generating ideas and has a list of potential podcast projects? Can you envision your podcast evolving dynamically, embracing change and offering a variety of content to your audience? These questions serve as a compass to navigate your unique strengths in the podcasting landscape. Remember, being a multipotentialite is not a limitation but a strength. Embrace it, and let your podcast shine! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, January 19, 2024
EPISODE 197 - GUEST - Rachel Lacy - Co-Founder of The New KidsPod App - Podcasting is the best Parental Hack - A New App You Need To Be On Rachel Lacy is the Co-Founder & Head of Content at the amazing, new and fun podcast app just for kids - The KidsPod App! The Mission of the Kids Pod App is founded on a simple idea: Every kid should have access to the power of audio A mom and self proclaimed podcast lover passionate about finding and sharing podcasts for kids. Introducing KidsPod: A fun and safe way to listen to podcasts made for kids. [BOZEMAN, MT, USA, June 22, 2023 —] Tech start-up KidsPod Co. is thrilled to announce the launch of the KidsPod mobile app – a new podcast platform that revolutionizes listening for kids ages 3-13. Designed and developed in partnership with kids’ tech expert Dubit Limited, the app is the first of its kind to present over 300 kids’ podcasts in a visual, intuitive and safe way. Founded by parents who were frustrated by the lack of accessibility and discoverability in the kids genre, KidsPod’s mission is to connect families all over the world to the power of audio. “We believe podcasts benefit children and adults in much the same way,” said Jessica Ray, CEO and co-founder. “But for kids, who learn by listening more so than reading, they are absolutely transformational. Kids’ podcasts democratize the internet and education in a way unlike anything else. They are also a great parenting hack – absolute guilt-free screen time.” With 71% of parents concerned that their child is spending too much time on screens, many will find KidsPod an easy way to cut down on screen time while still using a device. https://kidspod.app/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Wed, January 17, 2024
Episode 196 - CO-HOST - Brad Nelson - The Debt Free Dad Podcast, Creating Community, Hats and Ice Cream Dave welcomes Brad from The Debt Free Dad Podcast - a great money smart podcast with great heart and great advice! More about Brad: Brad has dedicated his life to serving and helping people with their personal finances. He provides an eye-opening outlook on debt and money that challenge today's popular thinking through speaking, The Debt Free Dad Podcast, social media, and his online membership site, Roots of Personal Finance, which has helped people save and pay off tens-of-millions of dollars. Like many, Brad struggled with living paycheck-to-paycheck, debt, and the constant hamster wheel of never-ending payments for much of his adult life. After losing his home to foreclosure and his first marriage ending in 2012, Brad decided enough was enough and went on a journey to become debt-free. After 4-5 years of hard work, he paid off all his debt and has been debt-free for over ten years outside of his mortgage. Many people struggle with money and debt. Brad teaches a simple process to help people develop a healthier financial mindset. Learn how to save money and eliminate debt, allowing them to take control of their finances so they can do more of what they love. Brad uses his personal story to relate to others. He provides practical steps and advice for a new financial plan that shows people how to win and live a stress-free and debt-free life. Brad is a single and dedicated father to his two kids, Noah, and Avery. Brad has encountered many obstacles on his journey. In 2018, his wife Sarah gave birth to their daughter Avery. Avery was born with a brain injury and was later diagnosed with Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy and Cerebral Palsy. Being debt-free allowed him and his wife to put all of their efforts into getting the care that Avery needed. Thankfully, today, Avery is thriving and living a normal life, and Brad contributes her progress to the time they've spent on Avery's therapy and care since birth. In March 2023, Brad tragically lost his wife, Sarah, to a battle with mental illness and suicide. Again, Brad and his financial life were tested, but because of the work they put in on their finances leading up to this tragic event, he has remained debt-free while allowing him and his kids to grieve and begin to build a new life. Brad's a normal guy with everyday life challenges, and he is using his experiences and story to encourage and motivate others to improve their financial health for themselves and their family. When Brad isn't helping people with their finances, he loves to continue his education through reading and conferences. His family is the most important. They spend a significant amount of time camping and being outdoors. Brad puts a lot of value in experiences and making memories. The Debt Free Dad Podcast <p
Bonus · Mon, January 15, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Meet A Podcaster in 2024 - Join Our Meetup Group Today My challenge to you in 2024 is to get out and meet your fellow podcasters! We do so much of our podcasting life alone - all the behind the scenes stuff that nobody will ever see and most don't truly appreciate. Even our family members roll their eyes when podcasting comes up in conversation - if this sounds like your situation, you need to meet my friends at our next How To Podcast Meetup! We connect with others, we share our podcast journey, our struggles and our strengths in a safe, open and constructive group! And you're invited! Happy 2024 - see you at our next event! https://www.meetup.com/how-to-podcast-community/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, January 15, 2024
Episode 195 - CO-HOST - Rafael Velez - A Listener Joins the Show, A Podcast for Student Athletes Student Athletes Spotlight About the podcast You will hear great conversations with student-athletes as they share their academic and athletic experiences. From freshmen to senior year, you will hear interesting and valuable stories that will help you in the process of your future or present collegiate experience. Join us! https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/studentathletesspotlight ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, January 12, 2024
Episode 194 - CO-HOST - Anthony Vivino - We Get Deep Into Podcasting, Feel The Pressure and Get Set Up For Making Money With Your Podcast Anthony is a listener of The How To Podcast Series and now a fellow podcaster and co-host here on the show! About This is just a place holder page as I start building this site. Sorry, no cliché gif of a road construction sign, but as I was typing that, it occurred to me that might be a good first episode! “Have you ever wondered why the road construction sign for new websites got old?” – Just kidding! I wouldn’t suffer myself to develop such a thing let alone all of you to read and or listen to it! Have I mentioned that this is just a place holder? Yes – so I’ll quit rambling on here and get busy on other things. https://tonofquestions.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, January 10, 2024
EPISODE 193 - Brian Teague - At The Table Podcast, How Often To Release An Episode, Interview Tips I am a husband and father with a passion for family, and growing the kingdom by sharing my life and experiences and investing in others. From growing up to walking on at Oregon to marriage and raising kids, I want to share the things that life has taught me in order to help others. Brian Teague is a husband, father, and former educator who fell in love with Houston when he moved here with his wife 7 years ago. As a graduate of the University of Oregon and a football alumnus, he left school and tried his hand at a few different industries, but nothing seemed to be a good fit. That’s when he decided to use his experience on the field and start coaching. Coaching soon turned into applying for Teach for America to become a teacher. Brian and Chandra decided that if he got into TFA they would go wherever they were sent because it was only for 2 years. years later, our 2 children were born in Texas, and with roots growing deeper each year they fell in love with the culture, diversity, and love that Houston offered. After spending 7 years in the classroom teaching Brian started to feel called to something different. Having a passion for family and wanting to serve a city and community that has given him and his family a home for good he decided it was time to give that love back. We Love HTX Inc. was founded in January of 2023 and is now his full-time labor of love. With plans to launch services and start to help families all over the city this Fall, we can’t wait to see what this will grow into and are committed to serving families from any background and with any situation in order to help them find the resources necessary to make it through whatever life throws their way. Houston has given us a community that we love so much and we want to help other families find their place in their community in order to help it grow and thrive. https://www.brianjustasteague.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, January 09, 2024
EPISODE 192 - Jesse DJSkoob Blount - Starting A Podcast, Branding, Know Your Zone of Genius The podcast - The Undiscovered Entrepreneur!! A podcast for brand new entrepreneurs that want advice from other entrepreneurs that are just getting started just like they are. I am building a community that can learn from each other, support one another, and follow the progress of each story. Join me, DJ Skoob as we try to figure out how this entrepreneur stuff works. https://www.tuepodcast.net/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/dj-skoob-03581873/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, January 08, 2024
EPISODE 191 - CO-HOST - Sam Mitchell - Host of Autism Rocks and Rolls - People are differently-abled, not disabled Meet SamInternational Motivational Speaker, Podcast guest and host, Entrepreneur, Podcast coach, Educational writer, Blogger, Educator and trainer for businesses on employment and autism. Who We Are Autism Rocks and Rolls Corporation was started by 20-year-old Sam Mitchell, in October of 2019. It began with a simple interest in media when he was a junior in high school and has led to him becoming an entrepreneur by creating his own NonProfit and podcast, Autism Rocks and Rolls Corporation. His nonprofit and advocacy offers public speaking, podcast coaching, podcast editing, sponsorships, ad space, merchandise, public speaking, educational supplements, guest appearances, and guest space on his podcast. Our Goals Sam is a high-functioning human being on the autism spectrum, but he has a mission: to show people that he is not broken, does not need to be fixed, there is no normal in this world, and he is successful, WITH autism. Sam wants to celebrate the successes of all. He embraces who he is and feels as though everyone should do the same. His mission has caught on and this powerful and extraordinary idea is catching on and gotten the world's attention. People are differently-abled, not disabled. https://autismrocksandrolls.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, January 03, 2024
E190 - CO-HOST - Marnie Lee Wills - Being Accountable, Action Builds Confidence, Being a Mom Podcaster Welcome to the SportsFit Mums Community: This podcast will Inspire and motivate the sport and exercise loving mums and mums 2 be; to have the confidence in themselves and their bodies to return to what they love doing a much stronger and more conditioner than ever before. Your health and fitness journey do not have to stop in pregnancy as I promise you that can just be the start of a new look you!. In fact that pregnancy is where you are able to change your mindset around becoming a new athlete. Yes even if you do not compete in sport or physical activity you are still an athlete. Why? Athlete = a person who is trained or skilled in exercises, sports, or games requiring physical strength, agility, or stamina. So yes your an athlete! I 100% believe knowledge is power and power give you purpose. So its Its time to create a new purpose for you, Its either to enjoy your fitness in pregnancy or your working towards prehabing your body post baby or even older children to increase your athleticism to continue to exercise and participate in your sport. Here on the podcast you will get the best knowledge and experiences from our guests and some of my stories and opinions along the way. If we haven't met before, I'm Marnie, one of two health and fitness coach, international athlete and founder of the Sports Fit Mum community.*disclaimer: I am not a medical professional , this information is from personal knowledge and experience of myself and my guests Sports Fit Mums The Sports Fits Mums Podcast https://sportsfitmums.buzzsprout.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, January 02, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Podcast Editing and Support Show and Our Meetups Yep - I did it again - I created yet another podcast! Here is your sneak peek at my new companion show to the How To Podcast Series - I give you, the Ppodcast Editing and Support Show - a podcast for want to be podcast editors - how to start a podcast editing business and how to get paid to do client work for fellow podcasters and this podcast is also for podcasters looking to hire a podcast editor, like me! What to look for, who to hire, what to look out for and so much more! Also, we have regular podcast meetups planned for 2024 and you are invited - these are completly free for you to attend with one expectation - that you attend with the express purpose to give and not just to get! Check out the links below for the new podcast, our meetups and for all things Dave at True Media Solutions Cheers! Happy New Year! https://podcasteditingandsupport.com/ https://www.meetup.com/how-to-podcast-community/ https://truemediasolutions.ca/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, January 01, 2024
EPISODE 189 - CO-HOST - Fatima Bey - The Mind Shifter - Be Everywhere, Be Real and Be Different About our guest co-host - Being a MindShift Coach is something I have been doing my whole life. It is only in recent years that I decided to give it a name and make a living from it. You see, none of us were born to work just to pay bills. On the contrary, you were born with a purpose and you should make a living doing it. As The MindShifter, I am doing just that. My journey of struggle, self-discovery and building has equipped me to help others. I have always had a lot of personality, but what was hidden underneath that was a girl with very low self-esteem and no confidence. I had no clue who I really was or the power and purpose I was born with. I can now stand bold, strong, and with confidence. My relationship with God is a large part of that because I know exactly who I am and what I was put here on earth to do! It’s really your thinking that decides your failure or success, more than means or opportunity. I know this because I am living it. Since I began my journey as The MindShifter I became a writer for Blessings Magazine, a radio personality with a segment called The MindShifter on Blessings Radio out of Albany, NY, have been a guest speaker at various events and schools, started a YouTube channel and started the MindShift Power Podcast. I was also honored to win 2022 Best Of Albany in the category of life coach. I am also an award winning dual entrepreneur. I own MyAbishai where I am a Master Seamstress, Wedding Gown Designer, and Sewing Teacher. If you would like to learn more or have any particular questions, my contact information is below. Please be sure to gain from some of my free life teachings by subscribing to my YouTube channel linked below and follow me on social media. Also check out the Media/Awards page. Thanks for reading this until the end! MindShift Power Podcast is for teens, about teens, and anyone who works with teens. Many of the guests will be teens from all over the US and Canada. We will discuss issues that involve teens. Solutions start with conversations. Real conversations can not happen unless we are honest. For this reason guests will be able to speak their minds without the chains of extreme political correctness, something desperately needed in today's society. You will hear the real raw truths of where the minds of our youths are today. You will also hear from those who teach, work with, or create programs for youth of any kind. We will talk about the problems teens are dealing with but also discuss solutions. The main goals of this podcast is to bridge the large existing gap between teens and the adults who are trying to create solutions for them and for teens to hear what other teens are thinking or going through and realize that they are not alone. If you are a teen and want to know what other teens are really going through, are really thinking, or you want to come up with a solution for
Bonus · Mon, January 01, 2024
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Asking for a 5 Star Review is Simply A Plea to Stroke Our Podcast Ego If we could agree for a moment that if 5 stars is the best rating possible ranking that we can give for a podcast or a podcast episode, does that also then imply that what we are listening to is absolutely perfect - no room for improvement? I fear that requesting a 5 star review is not a realistic ask of our community - I propose instead, that we ask for a realistic review and constructive feedback rather than a perfect score. I want each episode to strive towards perfection but I want to also be realistic that I know that I can continue to improve on all aspects of my podast - so to that end, I don't feel that any of my 8 different podcasts demand a 5 star rating from you - I would much rather have a conversation with you virtually, via speak pipe or by email on how this podcast and how I as a host can serve you better - that means more to me than a simple 5 stars. Is it realistic to ask your audience to stroke your podcasting ego with a 5 star review for everything that you release into the world? Really? I think we need to relook at our ask of those that listen to our show - and that is why I do not end my podast with a plea for your review and rating. Just a thought for you to ponder - agree or disagree, I would absoluetly love to meet and chat with you more over at my website https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, January 01, 2024
The Daily Dave - Take Part in The January Analytics Diet Challenge - Do Not Watch Your Stats for the Month of January I have a challenge for you as we enter this new year! I challenge you to take the entire month of January off - off from your podcast? Nope! I want to challenge you to take the entire month off of obsessing over your analytics and stats - that you do not look at, review, study and view your stats - at all! Nothing, for the month of January. Having the right audience is more important than just having a large audience. Instead of chaising your stats, I want you to chase your listener. We need a mental break from the hamster wheel of racing to grow our numbers - I want you to enjoy January and refocus your podcast for 2024. Are you up for it? Challenge accepted? ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, December 29, 2023
EPISODE 188 - CO-HOST - Debbie McCulloch - Older and Bolder, Canadian Podcasters, A Powerful Why Older & Bolder - Podcast by Debbie McCulloch https://pod.link/1674808395 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, December 28, 2023
EPISODE 187 - CO-HOST - Jenny Cheifetz - New Podcaster, Audacity vs Descript, Audience Building ABOUT THIS PODCAST - Sideline Sisters is a show about how much we (women) love sports! It will incorporate interviews with athletes, coaches, experts, and friends from around the world to emphasize how much sports impacts us and the camaraderie athletics provides us.It's a fact that women bond over our mutual love of sports, and this show will offer a community for women globally. Most shows focus on the technical aspects of sports; however, this show is different in that we will concentrate on the deeper connection sports provides us. Each episode will offer insight and perspective from a special guest about the fascination we have with the wide world of athletics.Ultimately, this show is an opportunity for listeners to to escape the mundane routine of their lives and be captivated by conversations that are fun, relatable, and juicy. I hope you tune in each week to hear these stories from our sideline sisters. https://pod.link/1709566379 ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Bonus · Tue, December 26, 2023
The Daily Dave - Thanks for a great year, Our Listeners Are Amazing and a New Podcast Thank you to each of you for following us and joining us this year on our mission to support podcasters at all stages to start, grow and build their podcast within a community of fellow podcasters that cheer you on all the way! We just hit 98,000 plays which is mind boggling to say the least, your support for the show and for what we do here is so encouraging! Here is a list of the countries that are listening to our show! Albania Algeria Angola Anguilla Antigua and Barbuda Argentina Aruba Australia Austria Bahamas Bahrain Bangladesh Barbados Belarus Belgium Belize Benin Bermuda Bolivia Botswana Brazil Bulgaria Burundi Cabo Verde Cambodia Cameroon Canada Cayman Islands Chile China Colombia Congo Costa Rica Croatia Cyprus Czech Republic Denmark Dominica Dominican Republic Ecuador Egypt El Salvador Estonia Ethiopia Finland France Gambia Georgia Germany Ghana Greece Grenada Guam Guatemala Guinea Guinea-Bissau Guyana Haiti Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Honduras Hong Kong Hungary Iceland India Indonesia Iraq Ireland Isle of Man Israel Italy Ivory Coast Jamaica Japan Jordan Kazakhstan Kenya Kuwait Kyrgyzstan Laos Latvia Lebanon Liberia Liechtenstein Lithuania Luxembourg Madagascar Malawi Malaysia Mali Malta Mauritania Mauritius Mexico Mongolia Morocco Mozambique Nepal Netherlands New Zealand Nicaragua Niger Nigeria Northern Mariana Islands Norway Oman Pakistan Palestine Panama Papua New Guinea Paraguay Peru Philippines Poland Portugal Puerto Rico Qatar Republic of Lithuania Republic of the Congo Romania Russia Rwanda Saint Lucia Saint Vincent and the Grenadines Saudi Arabia Senegal Serbia Sierra Leone Singapore Sint Maarten Slovakia Slovenia South Africa South Korea Spain Sri Lanka Suriname Sweden Switzerland Taiwan Tanzania Thailand The Netherlands Togo Trinidad and Tobago Tunisia Turkey Turks and Caicos Islands
Mon, December 25, 2023
EPISODE 186 - 2023 Podcasting Stats to Use as a Guide When Reviewing Your Stats Ever woner how your podcast stacks up in comparison to other podcasts? You might be suprised at how amazing your show when you measure yourself up by what is being reported in our industry! Be encouraged! Regular and quality content will lead you to the podcast of your dreams! How Many Podcasts Are There, Right Now? How Many Podcast Episodes Are There? How Many Active Podcasts Are There? How Many People Know What a Podcast Is? How Many People Listen to Podcasts in 2023? How Many People Listen to Podcasts on a Monthly Basis? How Many People Listen to Podcasts on a Daily Basis? When Do People Listen to Podcasts? Data on Podcast Trust, Engagement, & Authority Demographic Stats Popularity of Spoken Word Audio UK Podcast Audience Statistics What Age Group Listens to Podcasts Most? Weekly Podcast Listener Stats What Day of the Week Do Podcasts Publish Episodes? <a href="https://ww
Fri, December 22, 2023
EPISODE 185 - CO-HOST - Karen Roberts - Rebranding, Monetization, ROI and a Free Offer for You Have fun podcasting Podcast Profits Unleashed If you're a coach, consultant, therapist or healer with an online coaching program, use your podcast to drive leads and sales, saving you time to live life on your terms My free giveaway of my event is https://podcastprofitsunleashed.com/free https://podcastprofitsunleashed.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, December 20, 2023
E184 - CO-HOST - Harris Eddie Hill - Holding The Door For Others, Inclusive Podcasting Harris Eddie Hill (they/them) is an out-and-proud nonbinary and autistic ADHD podcaster, best-selling author, award shortlisted speaker, and founder of the Centre for Childhood Trauma Healing. Harris has survived and overcome complex and simple trauma, unaccepting family members, cancer, abusive relationships, physical paralysis and mental health challenges, yet has found their way to emotional freedom and is now passing that gift forward. Welcome to the Centre for Childhood Trauma Healing. Close your eyes for a moment and imagine a life free from the weight of past trauma—a life filled with lightness, resilience, and unbridled joy. Envision a life where your past no longer dictates your present, where the scars of yesterday are now places of deep self-love, no longer shackles that bind you. I specialise in guiding you toward this new chapter with compassion, expertise, and a clear path to rapid recovery. My mission is to illuminate the path to healing, making it not only possible, but also surprisingly swift. Join me on this remarkable expedition, and let’s embark on your journey to rediscover your true self, reclaim your peace, and embrace a future filled with limitless possibilities. Join my many satisfied clients and change your life in 90 days! Book a call now to see if we’re a good fit or buy my 90-day package now if you’re over the struggle? https://www.mxharrishill.com https://www.mxharrishill.com/itsonlytrauma/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, December 19, 2023
The Daily Dave - Don't Forget Your Audience When Podcasting As we get close to the end of the year I have a challenge for you to consider when you go to record your next episode - ask youself, what is the most important thing to focus on - is it what my podcast is about - or - is the most important thing about your podcast is who it is for? Keep your audience in mind and at the forefront of everything you do in and around your podcast - everything we do, we do it for you! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, December 18, 2023
EPISODE 183 - CO-HOST - Dawn Kennedy, Coffee, Regular Podcast Releases, Be a Good Person Dawn Kennedy, CEO of Convoy Road Coffee Roasters, LLC and Business Consultant, helps businesses achieve remarkable results, even in challenging times. The Profit Accelerator Podcast Dawn KennedyYou're in business to bring your gifts and talents to the world. It isn't easy. It takes grit and commitment, and this show is here to help. Each week Dawn Kennedy, attorney, author, mentor, and CEO of a growing coffee company, shares interviews with tips and strategies, on the topics you need to help you run the small business you love more successfully. And to keep more profit in your small business. If you are a new or seasoned entrepreneur and want to learn about keeping more money in your business, making a bigger impact with your pursuit, and growing into your entrepreneurial vision, this is the podcast for you. https://dawnkkennedy.com https://dawnkkennedy.com/profit-accelerator-podcast/
Fri, December 15, 2023
EPISODE 182 - CO-HOST - Adrian Smude - A Local Podcast, Passion is Enough To Be A Podcaster Website: https://helloplantcity.buzzsprout.com HELLO Plant City is a podcast to create a stronger Plant City by learning more about our neighbors and town. We talk with people, hear stories and share ideas from all corners of the community. Adrian is not your typical podcaster - he is not in it for the money or for the downloads - he has a pssion to share the stories of his guests ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Wed, December 13, 2023
EPISODE 181 - CO-HOST - Mya Fields - An Audience of One, Your Podcast Why, Turn Podcast Into a Book Host of the Hey Hannah Podcast - Dr. Mya Fields of the Hey Hannah podcast, shares valuable insights into the healing process, the importance of community, and the courage it takes to rediscover purpose after facing the profound loss of a child. Whether you’ve experienced a similar journey or are seeking to understand and support those who have, this episode provides a compassionate and informative perspective on the complexities of grief. Have you ever thought of turning your podcast into a book? We discuss this and more! https://sites.google.com/view/heyhannahpodcast?usp=sharing
Mon, December 11, 2023
EPISODE 180 - CO-HOST - Nutan Rubinson - Building an Interview Based Podcast, Why We Need Podcasters That Represent Us Join us as we talk interview podcasts, working with guests, building community and the need for more voices in podcasting that look and sound like us as listeners - your voice matters, and the only person that can do your podcast is you!! There’s more to the book than just the story. Join me as we skip to the end of a book. Not the ending of the story, but further in the back, almost by the back cover, the acknowledgments. https://www.theacknowledgments.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Fri, December 08, 2023
EPISODE 179 - CO-HOST - Julie Lokun - Supporting the Creative Community, Interviewing Gary Vee and Breaking Through Judgement Julie Lokun, is the founder of The Mediacasters, a mission-based company that elevates the visibility of entrepreneurs and creatives through podcasting, publishing, and public speaking. Julie is the author of 4 best-selling entrepreneurial books and hosts three podcasts. Join us at cre8tive Con, the ultimate conference for those looking to unlock their full potential in writing, podcasting, public speaking, publishing, YouTubing, and more! Presented by the acclaimed award-winning publisher Rhonda Penders from The Wild Rose Press, the dynamic Dominick Domansky from Motivation Champs Media, and the visionary Julie Lokun, JD, founder of The Mediacasters. *BONUS: NETWORK WITH PEOPLE WHO ARE LOOKING TO ELEVATE THEIR PROFESSIONAL AND CREATIVE LIFE DURING THE ENTIRE EVENT! Experience an immersive journey like never before at cre8tive Con! Our conference offers a diverse range of workshops led by renowned experts, where you'll dive deep into the world of creative writing, podcasting, media, and publishing. Gain invaluable insights from industry insiders as they share their secrets to success and help you hone your craft. Be inspired by our seasoned mainstage panels, where you'll have the opportunity to engage with luminaries in the fields of publishing, media, podcasting, and creativity. Discover the latest trends, innovative strategies, and groundbreaking ideas that are shaping these industries. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your creative journey, these panels will provide invaluable knowledge and inspiration. But the excitement doesn't end there! Cre8tive Con proudly presents a live performance by a lineup of talented creatives, authors, podcasters, and even Emmy-nominated producers. Prepare to be captivated by their awe-inspiring talents as they share their stories, perform live readings, showcase their podcasts, and provide unforgettable entertainment. Immerse yourself in a world of creativity, innovation, and self-expression at cre8tive Con. Connect with fellow creatives, expand your network, and unlock your true potential. This is your chance to be part of a truly transformative event. Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity! Secure your place now for an unforgettable experience at cre8tive Con! Mark your calendars for a two-day extravaganza of creativity and inspiration in the heart of the Chicago land area! Cre8tive Con is coming to town, and you won't want to miss this unforgettable event. Time & Location Feb 17, 2024, 9:00 AM – Feb 18, 2024, 4:00 PM Arlington Heights, 111 W Campbell St, Arlington Heights, IL 60005, USA https://www.cre8tivecon.com/ Julie with Gary Vee <a href="h
Wed, December 06, 2023
EPISODE 178 - CO-Host - Sabrina Hammonds - Learn How to be a better guest and How an Agency Can Help You Get On More Podcasts More about our guest - I absolutely love hearing about what God is doing in the lives of people. And even more than that, I am passionate about helping others fulfill their purpose and expand their reach. Hello…I’m Sabrina I am a wife and mother of 4 and I just recently gained a beautiful new daughter. I chose to step away from working full time as a teacher in order to be home more with my family. As someone who has walked through a lot in my life, I believe we all have our own transformation story and when shared, it can provide hope and encouragement to others. My journey to podcast booking began with one prayer. Robyn was a woman who I went to church with. A woman that I only knew from a distance, so I wasn’t sure why the Lord had told me to pray for her. As I would pray, the Lord began to give me a supernatural love for her. My relationship with Robyn grew as I sent her my love and prayers. From there, the Lord said to start praying for her business. Through my prayers and our relationship, I learned that she had an incredible testimony and message that I believed others needed to hear. I approached Robyn about helping her share her testimony and she quickly responded by saying that the lord had already told her she was supposed to speak to many. From there, the Lord has sent more women that I’m honored to partner with and their stories and journey’s continue to grow. How exciting it would be to add your story to that journey! https://kcpodcastagency.com/ ___ https://livingthenextchapter.com/ podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/
Bonus · Tue, December 05, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting over the Holidays, Any Advice on How to Plan out My Podcast Calendar What do we do when it comes to holidays - here are some thoughts that I don't hear often from "the Gurus" Here is is Stuart's question? Hi Dave, long time listener, first time caller! My name is Stuart and I am planning out my podcast calendar for the year and wondering what you do over the Christmas holiday season with your podcast. Do you record episodes in advance or do you simply stop for the holidays? Should I keep podcasteing during holidays throughout the year? What is the downside to not publishing a podcast during a holiday. Thanks for everything you do for us as listeners, I am working my way through all of your episodes, I am learning alot and this is my home for all things podcasting! All the best this holiday season! https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, December 04, 2023
BONUS - Thank you for being there for our family and for my Mom Over the past 10 - 12 days you have shown up for our family in a very meaningful way. Past guests, podcast friends and listeners alike have been sending toughts, prayers, love and encouraging words that I have been sharing with my family and with my Mom. It has been a very difficult few days, but I wanted to release a short epiosde to thank all of you for your kindness. When I started a podcast I wasn't totally prepared for the impact of shared voices via the internet - the connections made, the new friendships and the great conversations that have happened with and without a microphone. For those that have been following these past few days thank you, and for those that might be here for the very first time, thank you for pressing play. A podcast can be entertainment, a diversion or company - but for me as a podcast host, it has become deeper and far richer by having you as apart of this community. I am looking forward to more amazing conversations in the future, and Mom if you can still hear my podcast wherever you are, I hope you know that we are always thinking of you. On behalf of my Mom Sharon, our immediate and extended family - to you, thank you. Dave ___ Sharon Winona 1945 - 2023 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the peaceful passing of Sharon, December 2 at Niagara Health St. Catharines site, aged 78. Sharon was born in Temiskaming Shores to Gibson and Muriel Lowe on May 3, 1945. The family would like to sincerely thank the Critical Care team at Niagara Health for their excellent care and compassion.
Mon, December 04, 2023
EPISODE 177 - CO-HOST - Steve Didier - Starting From Scratch, Monetization For A New Podcast, Episode Formats The Ronin Mindset with Steve Didier Justice, Courage, Kindness, Respect, Integrity, Honor, Loyalty and Self-Discipline... these are the guiding tenants of the Samurai code - learn to apply these ancient principles to modern concepts of entrepreneurship, personal growth and masculinity. It’s time to level up. https://www.theroninmindset.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, November 30, 2023
EPISODE 176 - CO-HOST - Red Wallace - Former Rap Artist R3DONE Becomes a Podcaster and Wants You To Start With What You Have Empowering YOU to develop emotional intelligence and self awareness to cultivate deeper relationships, make generational progress and live out your purpose. R3DONE on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/artist/0cI9j9SdhBMgB09Z3xzCKg https://twitter.com/CRedwallace https://www.betterthanbestacademy.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, November 29, 2023
EPISODE 175 - CO-HOST - Harvey Laguerre - Podcast Networks, Your Podcast is a PRIZE Men Are The P.R.I.Z.E. podcast is a safe space for men to be vulnerable, open and emotional. Using the P.R.I.Z.E. mantra, Harvey and guests discuss how past relationships, past trauma and the inability to express emotions have affected the lives of countless men. By making the expression of male emotion commonplace, we hope to create a world of strong, vulnerable men, who realize they are the P.R.I.Z.E. https://www.instagram.com/menaretheprizepod/ https://www.tiktok.com/@menaretheprizepod https://www.harveylaguerre.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, November 28, 2023
EPISODE 174 - CO-HOST - Kendra Beltran - When Podcasting is Your Crush, Benefits of a Podcast Network A podcast about the crushes that left us in our feels. Hosted by Kendra Beltran, each week she’ll talk about different crushes that left our guests feeling some type of way… Twitter: https://twitter.com/CrushgasmPod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crushgasmpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Crushgasm Anchor: https://anchor.fm/crushgasm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV5fMDy4_uGsQ-izsXURCXA Anchor: https://anchor.fm/crushgasm YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCV5fMDy4_uGsQ-izsXURCXA Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4eKkPalhoD2MyoAsP4JtQP?si=Q5dVpxKtS4GVfXhYDE-YiQ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crushgasm iHeartRadio: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-crushgasm-105402093 Breaker: https://www.breaker.audio/crushgasm Radio Public: https://radiopublic.com/crushgasm-WDy4VV Pocket Casts: https://pca.st/xkxltit4 Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/crushgasm/support ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, November 27, 2023
EPISODE 173 - CO-HOST - Elizabeth Burrows - Authentic Expressions - The Life Edit Project Podcast Elizabeth C. Burrows ...and I'm a recovering busy-body and overachiever. I spent the first three decades of my life doing all the things just to prove that I could. That worked well enough until I became a mom. Then suddenly, I realized I wasn't superwoman and everything changed. I was tired and overwhelmed, and I felt completely inadequate all the time. I almost buckled under the pressure. And the worst part is that I was needlessly applying this pressure to myself. So I did the unthinkable and started looking for help. And you know where I found the answers I needed? They were already within me. Mindset coaching and thought work helped me find lasting solutions to the problems that I had been creating for myself for so long. I found a way to sort through the noise to focus on what mattered most to me. Now, my life is set up to revolve around my own priorities, instead of the ones prescribed to me by others. I found freedom from trying to be all things to all people. And in freeing myself, I unleashed my greatest potential. About the Life Edit Project I created the Life Edit Project as platform to share the personal development tools and resources that I love with others on a similar journey. Eventually, I became a life coach to help people get better results, more quickly. Over the years, I have coached more than 130 individuals, and reached many more people through group coaching, training sessions, workshops, and public speaking stages. In 2023, I launched the Life Edit Project Podcast to help busy high-achievers create balance in any area of their lives. The episodes are fun and digestible, with new episodes published each Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe and follow the podcast wherever you like to listen. Be sure to check out the blog for practical tips and ideas to help you make the most of every aspect of your life. And don't miss the free resources on the homepage, designed to help you use habits and rituals to get the most out of your days. When you're ready to take your work even deeper, you can purchase the Authentic Expressions workbook to start or enhance your journaling practice, or purchase a 1:1 coaching package to work directly with me. https://lifeeditproject.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Sun, November 26, 2023
E172 - CO-HOST - Cory Kastle - We Wrestle With Perfection in Podcasting Subscribe to “Evolving w/ Cory Kastle” wherever your favorite podcasts! Subscribe to this channel to get to know me and watch me have chill conversations with fascinating people! https://linktr.ee/corykastle https://www.imdb.com/name/nm3555224/ https://www.youtube.com/user/CoryKastle
Sat, November 25, 2023
EPISODE 171 - CO-HOST - Bret Bollmeier - The Search For A Co-Host, Manage Your Podcast, Sports Trivia The Sports Trivia Face-Off Podcast Have you ever been asked to be the token "sports-ball" expert for your pub trivia team? Can you remember names like Wally Backman, Esa Tikkanen, Manute Bol, and Michael Hoomanawanui? Join us each week as we challenge a pair of contestants to a mano-a-mano battle for sports trivia supremacy on The Sports Trivia Face-Off!! https://pod.link/1372905619 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, November 24, 2023
EPISODE 170 - CO-HOST - Andy Barker - Finding a Co-Host, Does Gear Matter, Segments in Your Podcast Andy shares his stories after 7 years in podcasting, we calk about having a shared vision with your co-host, video vs audio podcasting, the various podcasting platforms to select from, basic equipment and tools for your podcast! Nothing’s Off The Table is the podcast where nothing (well, almost nothing) is too taboo to discuss. On Nothing’s Off The Table, we give everyone and anyone a say. We may not agree with, or even like the topic, but we’re happy to give you a voice; listen to your perspective and maybe offer our own. Give it a listen and find out what happens on: Nothing’s Off The Table. https://thenottpodcast.wordpress.com/ https://www.facebook.com/NothingsOTTable/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, November 23, 2023
EPISODE 169 - Podcasting for Profit - A Five-Part Masterclass - Future-Proofing Your Podcast for Ongoing Revenue Episode 5: "Future-Proofing Your Podcast for Ongoing Revenue" Key Points: Build a strong email list: Develop and maintain an email list to directly engage with your audience and promote new revenue streams. Adapt to industry changes: Stay up to date with podcasting trends, technology, and audience preferences to adjust your monetization strategies accordingly. Establish a diversified monetization portfolio: Continuously explore and implement new income streams to ensure long-term financial stability. Main Action Steps: Start building an email list by offering incentives to your listeners to subscribe, such as free resources or exclusive content. Keep yourself informed about the latest podcasting industry developments and adapt your approach accordingly. Regularly assess and experiment with new revenue opportunities to keep your podcast financially sustainable over the long term. ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, November 22, 2023
EPISODE 168 - Podcasting for Profit - A Five-Part Masterclass - Diversifying Income Streams, Beyond Ads and Sponsors Key Points: Explore product creation: Consider creating and selling your products, such as eBooks, courses, or merchandise. Develop premium content offerings: Offer exclusive content or early access to a paid audience to generate additional revenue. Leverage crowdfunding and donations: Utilize platforms like Patreon or Kickstarter to receive support from your loyal listeners. Main Action Steps: Brainstorm and research potential products or services you can create and sell to your audience. Develop a strategy for offering premium content or perks to a paid subscriber base. Set up crowdfunding or donation platforms and communicate the value of supporting your podcast to your audience. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, November 21, 2023
EPISDOE 167 - Podcasting for Profit - A Five-Part Masterclass - Creating Valuable Content, The Key to Monetization Episode 3: "Creating Valuable Content: The Key to Monetization" Key Points: Focus on audience needs: Understand your listeners' problems, interests, and questions to create content that resonates with them. Offer actionable insights: Provide valuable, actionable information that helps your audience in their personal or professional lives. Consistently improve content quality: Continuously refine your content by seeking feedback and staying up to date with industry trends. Main Action Steps: Conduct audience research to understand your listeners' needs, preferences, and pain points. Plan your content to address these needs and provide practical advice or solutions. Invest in improving your content creation skills, whether through courses, workshops, or feedback from your audience. https://www.teepublic.com/ https://www.teepublic.com/user/true-media-solutions ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, November 20, 2023
EPISODE 166 - Podcasting for Profit - A Five-Part Masterclass - Unlocking the Power of Affiliate Marketing Episode 2: "Unlocking the Power of Affiliate Marketing" Key Points: 1 - Understand affiliate marketing: Learn the basics of affiliate marketing and how it works, including tracking, commissions, and affiliate networks. 2 - Choose relevant products or services: Select affiliate products or services that align with your podcast's content and audience. 3 - Promote authentically: Integrate affiliate promotions naturally into your content and provide value to your listeners. Main Action Steps: - Research affiliate marketing, find reputable affiliate programs, and understand their terms and conditions. - Identify products or services relevant to your podcast's niche that you can promote as an affiliate. - Create a content strategy that incorporates affiliate promotions in a way that provides value to your audience. Find a worksheet for this episode on our Website ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Has the show helped you? Please support the show and my love for coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca
Sun, November 19, 2023
EPISODE 165 - Podcasting for Profit - A Five-Part Masterclass - Podcasting 101, Laying the Foundation for Profit Episode 1: "Podcasting 101: Laying the Foundation for Profit" Key Points: 1 - Choose the right niche: Select a niche or topic you are passionate about and have expertise in, as it will help you connect with your audience authentically. 2 - Build Your Community 3 - Establish a consistent release schedule: Consistency helps build trust with your audience, leading to long-term growth. Main Action Steps: - Research and identify a niche or topic for your podcast that aligns with your interests and expertise. - Decide on the best place to build the foundation for your community - your own domain, not rented land - Create a content calendar and stick to a regular release schedule, such as weekly or bi-weekly. Find a worksheet for this episode on our Website ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Has the show helped you? Please support the show and my love for coffee! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca
Sat, November 18, 2023
EPISODE 164 - CO-HOST - Patrice Jackson - Bringing A Podcast Back, RSS Feeds, Audience Engagement Some thoughts and discussion around bringing your podcast back from a hiatus, building your audience back up and the world of RSS deconstructed in simple terms https://linktr.ee/mssavvypro https://www.instagram.com/mssavvypro/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, November 17, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - The Daily Santa Podcast Returns December First and Find Us On The KidsPod App The Daily Santa Podcast has found a new home on the amazing KidsPod App - A fun and safe way to listen to podcasts made for kids. [BOZEMAN, MT, USA, June 22, 2023 —] Tech start-up KidsPod Co. is thrilled to announce the launch of the KidsPod mobile app – a new podcast platform that revolutionizes listening for kids ages 3-13. Designed and developed in partnership with kids’ tech expert Dubit Limited , the app is the first of its kind to present over 300 kids’ podcasts in a visual, intuitive and safe way. Founded by parents who were frustrated by the lack of accessibility and discoverability in the kids genre, KidsPod’s mission is to connect families all over the world to the power of audio. “We believe podcasts benefit children and adults in much the same way,” said Jessica Ray, CEO and co-founder. “But for kids, who learn by listening more so than reading, they are absolutely transformational. Kids’ podcasts democratize the internet and education in a way unlike anything else. They are also a great parenting hack – absolute guilt-free screen time.” With 71% of parents concerned that their child is spending too much time on screens, many will find KidsPod an easy way to cut down on screen time while still using a device. According to Dubit’s CEO Matthew Warneford, "The launch of KidsPod is just perfect timing for the audiences it appeals to, as our research has shown that 3-13 year olds listening to music and podcasts on mobile devices is up over 30% year on year. We have loved working on such an innovative and safe product for children, and expect to see it grow fast amongst those age groups!" KidsPod offers both free and paid subscription options: the free version includes unlimited listening to every show on the app and follows the founders’ commitment to keeping kids podcasts open and available to all. The paid version ($4.99 per month/$34.99 per year) unlocks additional listening features like individual user profiles, a favorites library, offline listening, playlist creation, and one of their more innovative features – an in-app coloring book. “Just like adults, kids like to multitask while they listen,” said co-founder and Head of Content Rachel Lacy. “Podcast creators are already publishing coloring pages and activities on their websites, but that’s one more thing a child can’t safely access on their own.” By bringing those resources in the app, kids can color or doodle as they listen – without needing an adult. Rachel adds, “While we fell in love with the screen-free nature of audio enterta
Fri, November 17, 2023
EPISODE 163 - CO-HOST - Sound Guy Fletch - Sound Better With Great Audio Tips From an Expert A Commitment to Producing Flawless Records Based in Manchester, UK, I began my audio journey at the age of 13 when I started learning how to DJ at my local youth club. At the end of Yr9 (aged 14), I left school and was home schooled for my 2 GCSE years. I used that time to not only keep learning how to DJ, but also learn production. This became a huge passion of mine then at age 16, I went to college to study Music Technology. It was there that I first went into a ‘proper’ studio and knew, that’s what I want to do with my life. Fast forward to now, I’ve spent most of my young adult life working on music. From doing sessions in my bedroom to engineering gigs around the country. I’ve worked with everything from international touring artists to bedroom producers and everything in between. I also own 2 other businesses, a Podcast Production company and a live sound hire company too. https://soundguyfletch.wixsite.com/soundguyfletch https://linktr.ee/soundguyfletch https://www.youtube.com/@SoundGuyFletch ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, November 16, 2023
EPISODE 162 - CO-HOST - Paul Anthony - Nothing Normal About This Podcast, YouTube, Video Editing Tools Let’s discuss, hunt and possibly find anything in the realm of the paranormal. I’ve been fascinated for years about all things paranormal and now I would like to bring you more information that I have found. It hasn’t been proven, but are we really alone in this vast universe? Are there spirits visiting us and trying to communicate from the great beyond? I want to find out. Please send me your stories if you have any at paranormalamongus72@gmail.com https://paranormalamongus72.podbean.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-anthony-64b3b85a/
Wed, November 15, 2023
EPISODE 161 - CO-HOST - Cheyenne Nichole - Safe Space, Addressing Your Inner Critic, Podcasting Beliefs We Don't Subscribe To A very indepth and revealing conversation with a podcast host on a mission to create a safe space for her guests and for her audience! https://linktr.ee/safespacewithcheyenne TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@safespacewithcheyenne Facebook: www.facebook.com/safespacewithcheyenne/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5W7zl2R8XggkQbZGztDOY7?si=2d12d844abd540ad ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, November 14, 2023
BONUS - The Ongoing, Buy Me A Coffee Episode - Shout out your show and your Buy Me a Coffee Link Today! You have homework - yes you do! Head over to Buy Me A Coffee and set up your FREE Account - today, no really, do it now! https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ Ok, you're back, great! Now that you have your Buy Me a Coffee link - share it everywhere! Put it in your email signature, on your website, as a link sticker on Instagram, your show notes, EVERYWHERE!! (i'm not shouting, I am just excited!! I love coffee!!) Then, after you have done all of that, head over to my website and click the SpeakPipe link, leave me a message shouting out your podcast and tell us what your Buy Me a Coffee link is - I will continue to update this episode with your link as you send them in! Do it today! So far we have messages from PT Russell - https://ptrussell.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/ptrussell ___ Dave Campbell https://truemediasolutions.ca/ buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca ___ Whitney Knox Lee https://impostrixpodcast.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/impostrixpod ___ David Beckemeyer https://outrageoverload.net/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/outrageoverload https://howtopodcast.ca/ ___ Christa Joy Spaeth https://www.christajoyministries.com/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/powerfulwhisper ___
Tue, November 14, 2023
EPISODE 160 - CO-HOST - Joey Misbehaves - Host of Unmuffled Banter - Listener Comments, Facing Anxiety, Tools We Use ___
Mon, November 13, 2023
EPISODE 159 - Listener Messages, Speak Pipe, Buy Me A Coffee and You Because of your kindness as a listener, I have been able to use your Buy Me A Coffee Donations to switch from the time limited free Speak Pipe service to the paid version! Now you can leave longer messages, I havemore storage for past messages and it is all because of you. My buy me a coffee link is available on my website aslong with the newly updated Speak Pipe link - I would love to hear from you and add your message to an upcoming episode of the How To Podcast Series https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sun, November 12, 2023
EPISODE 158 - A Podcast Intro Checklist - Start Your Podcast Episodes The Right Way With This Guide Making a great first impression matters! Your podcast intro is no different. As the first thing listeners hear from your show, it can determine whether they keep listening to your podcast or bail and go listen to one of the millions of others instead. You got them this far — maybe through word of mouth, your reputation, or your killer cover art — now it’s time to seal the deal. And while first impressions get most of the glory, the final impression can be equally important. Your podcast outro is your chance to turn first-time listeners into subscribers. Get them excited about your next episode, and let them know where to find out more about the episode they just heard, follow you on social media, and so on. Here are some guidelines that you can reference when constructing your next podcast intro! Remember - your next episode might just be a new listener's first time hearing your show - they know nothing about you, the many episodes that you have recorded in your past, they only know you right here, right now - your intro should be welcoming and warm! Who is the show for this should be clarified within the first few minutes Why should they listen to this particular episode? Outline the main benefits of the episode to your listener If you want some feeback on your intros or any assistance with your podcast - please connect with me at my website Keep Podcasting! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sat, November 11, 2023
EPISODE 157 - CO-HOST - Renea Linsom - Win Some with the Linsom's Podcast - Community Engagement, Monetizing and the Cool Beans of Podcasting ___
Fri, November 10, 2023
EPISODE 156 - CO-HOST - Nicki van Ingen Schenau From Holland to Japan to Podcaster - Starting a Podcast The Right Way A great conversation around starting a podcast https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicki-yoshihara/ --- https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, November 09, 2023
EPISODE 155 - CO-HOST - Ana Zugheri - Podcasting is Simple, Basic, With a Little Extra - Networking With Other Podcaters Meet Ana I am the Founder & Director of Faith52, which started as a portable children’s ministry in Houston, TX. Through Faith 52, my team and I, took Sunday School to children whose living conditions prevented them from attending church. I was born and raised in Mexico and served as a bilingual ministry translator in both missions and church contexts. I am a Certified Ministry Coach. I live by my ministry tagline: love Jesus, obey Jesus, and tell everyone about Him! I love learning new skills. I am a podcaster and LIVE Streamer. I am a proud mother of two beautiful girls, and most recently, the mother-in-law of a godly man. I have been married to Mickey for 17 years. We discuss the "basics" of networking, attending conferences and having impact with our audience https://faith52.com/ https://pod.link/1562894571 ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Bonus · Wed, November 08, 2023
BONUS - Listener Rafael Vélez - Host of the NEW Podecast - Student Athletes Spotlight Hi Dave! My name is Rafael, I am from Puerto Rico. I have been listening to your podcast for more than 6 months, I have learned valuable information and I proudly launched (yesterday 8/25/23) the first episode of my podcast (Student Athletes Spotlight).I thank you for all the information you give for those of us who want to do this.I would love your feedback, just keep in mind, it is the first one, lol. God bless you. Rafael Student Athletes Spotlight You will hear great conversations with student-athletes as they share their academic and athletic experiences. From freshmen to senior year, you will hear interesting and valuable stories that will help you in the process of your future or present collegiate experience. Join us! https://open.spotify.com/show/2vT8a3NwtFbFjllVMOwfgo?si=49eb8eae61974d28 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, November 08, 2023
EPISODE 154 - Four Common Podcast Myths Debunked - Don't Let These Myths Derail Your Podcast Debunking 4 Podcasting Myths Before diving headfirst into the world of podcasting, it's essential to conduct due diligence and approach it with a healthy dose of skepticism. You want to ensure that you start on the right foot. However, it's equally important to differentiate between risk reduction and needless worry, especially if you've encountered misconceptions or outright falsehoods along the way. That's why we're here to debunk podcasting myths and separate fact from fiction. "Podcasts are only for tech-savvy people" One common misconception is that podcasting is a complex task reserved for tech-savvy individuals. While it's true that podcasting requires some basic tech knowledge, access to podcasts has become remarkably user-friendly. With a smartphone or computer, you can easily listen to podcasts, thanks to the internet and user-friendly tools. Moreover, numerous platforms and apps make it simple to create and share your podcast. Learning is key, and with tutorials and equipment reviews from fellow podcasters, setting up your podcast isn't as complicated as you might think. "Podcasts are only for entertainment purposes" While many podcasts aim to entertain, it's essential to recognize that podcasts span a wide range of topics designed for education, information, and thoughtful discussion. They are valuable sources of knowledge and learning. For instance, business and finance podcasts offer insights into managing finances and investments. There are also podcasts on science, technology, politics, history, and more. Educational institutions create podcasts as supplementary learning resources, covering topics from literature to science, enriching students' coursework. "Creating a podcast is expensive" Just like any other content, the cost of your podcast depends on the quality you aim to achieve. If budget is a concern, you can create a podcast without breaking the bank. Use your smartphone or computer for recording, bypassing the need for professional equipment. Affordable platforms like bCast can help you edit and distribute your podcast. For a more professional sound, budget-friendly recording equipment and editing software are available. Paid podcast platforms and software provide additional features and support. Regardless of your budget, options abound for creating your podcast. "You need a big audience to make money from podcasts" Many believe that a large audience is a prerequisite for podcast monetization. While a bigger audience does offer more revenue opportunities, it's crucial to understand that various monetization avenues exist, regardless of your audience size. You can sell ad space relevant to your niche or offer premium content like b
Tue, November 07, 2023
EPISODE 153 - Are You Doing Everything To Be a Great Podcast Host - Four Things You Must Do Four Things that will make you a Great Host 1 - Reserach Your Guest 2 - Plan Out Your Questions 3 - Get Yourself in the right mindset 4 - Perform the interview with your guest/listener in mind You set the tone for your show - remember, your audience will leave or return based on you and how you show up in each episode. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, November 06, 2023
EPISODE 152 - CO-HOST - Andrew Poletto - Healthy Podcasting, Live Streaming, Motivation for New Podcasters “Popcorn & Whiskey” is an opinion based podcast with your host, Andrew Poletto. This podcast is more than just “Popcorn & Whiskey”, it's about Insight, creative thought, motivation, inspiration, humor, fun, and a whole lot more! Whether it’s lifestyle, current events, news, sports, or people, “Popcorn & Whiskey” will be talking about it. https://pod.link/1663893702 Top Fitness Strategies Presents is a show all about Health and Fitness focused on the "Fitness Over 50" crowd. We understand that everyone is different and anyone looks at health and fitness differently. That's why Top Fitness Strategies Presents has guests and interviews with health and fitness professionals from around the globe. We just don't focus on one aspect of your health or your fitness. We have tips and techniques and great information for just about anyone! Look around, see all the various shows and interviews and I'm sure you'll see something which will benefit your own situation. https://pod.link/1559378478 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sun, November 05, 2023
EPISODE 151 - CO-HOST - Angela Lambru - The Kit Bull Story - An Audio Drama Podcast For Families A Humorous Podcast About a Rescued Dog with a Unique Ability!The Kit Bull Story is a heartwarming podcast featuring a rescued pit bull named Kit with a special ability to help other dogs and people. Kit along with Rose, the owner of Wild in the City doggie day care, bring laughter, lessons, and camaraderie to listeners. Tune in for tail-wagging tales of compassion and canine charisma! Angela Lambru- Voice of Kit, Fran & Mrs Stern Creator of The Kit Bull Story, Writer, Actor, Voice Actor, Director, Dancer, Producer. Angela loves creating characters no matter what the medium and has credits in film, stage, T.V. and radio. She is an animal advocate, with experience in animal rescue and cat sitting and loves chilling with her extraordinary cat Marmaly! https://www.angelaalambru.com/ https://www.thekitbullstory.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sat, November 04, 2023
EPISODE 150 - CO-HOST - Kimberly Winters - Hummus and Toast, Interview Tips, Set The Example Kimbery and I chat about taking the lead as podcasters and not asking anything of our audience that we as podcasters are not actively doing as well - if you ask for ratings and reviews, have you done so for others yourself? We also chat about some interview tips that we have picked up on over the years and what it means to shout out a fellow podcaster on your show - we all should do this more and encourage new listeners to fall in love with podcasting as a whole ABOUT THIS PODCAST - Did You Bring the Hummus is a podcast to help you go vegan. Most importantly, we’ll talk about how to embrace this meaningful decision with fervor and fun. Episodes post every Monday on your favorite podcast app https://www.toastmasters.org/ https://www.listennotes.com/podcasts/did-you-bring-the-hummus-with-kimberly-1k8DVstQuhJ/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, November 03, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Responding to a Message from Jack and my Gratitude to You as a Listener I am so grateful when a listener takes the time to reach out and leave me a voice message via Speak Pipe on my website, via email or direct message - Jack did just that, and I have re-read his message multiple times. When you start a podcast, you really have no concept of the impact of your words via a podcast - how far reaching your message will be, how your podcast can impact your listener - a podcast can open the world to you! If you want to connect and build your audience you need to show up as a podcaster, you need to record that first episode if you haven't done so already! You cannot improve on anything that you haven't started. Let's get you started. Visit my site, let's connect and get your voice out there Thank you for your support! __ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, November 03, 2023
EPISODE 149 - Dave's Suggested Audiobook - Everybody Has a Podcast (Except You) - Laugh and Learn Check out a great audio book! Many books about podcasting are completely boring! Not this one! From the number-one New York Times best-selling McElroy Brothers, creators of the hit podcasts My Brother, My Brother and Me and The Adventure Zone, comes a helpful and hilarious how-to podcast guide covering everything you need to know to make, produce, edit, and promote a podcast...and get rich* doing it! (*Results not guaranteed.) Justin, Travis, and Griffin McElroy made their names as “advice giving brothers who have no business giving advice” ( New York Times ) on the hit podcast My Brother, My Brother and Me . But while they may not have the best relationship or workplace advice, they certainly make you laugh, and they do know a thing or two about podcasting. In fact, the McElroy Brothers have spent the last decade making podcasts, including My Brother, My Brother and Me ; The Adventure Zone ; Sawbones ; and more. From their start, independently producing and releasing the early episodes of My Brother, My Brother and Me , to their 11 currently available podcasts, the McElroys have become experts in creating successful podcasts. And now, they want to share what they’ve learned with you. In Everybody Has a Podcast (Except You) , the McElroy Brothers will walk you through the process of turning an idea into ear candy for legions of fans, sharing their expertise on everything from deciding on an effective name (definitely not something like My Brother, My Brother and Me ), to what type of microphone to use (definitely not one from the video game Rock Band ), to making lots and lots of money (spoiler: you probably won’t). A must-listen for anyone interested in podcasting, Everybody Has a Podcast (Except You) shares the keys to success as well as the mistakes to avoid and draws on the vast experiences of three of the funniest and most successful podcasters working today. https://www.harpercollins.com/products/everybody-has-a-podcast-except-you-justin-mcelroytravis-mcelroygriffin-mcelroy?variant=32126626496546 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, November 02, 2023
EPISODE 148 - CO-HOSTS - Grace and Alex Tran from the Let's Unpack That Podcast - Podcasting With Your Spouse and Having Impact ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, November 01, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Are You Welcoming to New Podcast Listeners in Your Current Episodes ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, October 28, 2023
BONUS - Listener Message from PT Russell - Journaling with PT - highlighting obscure voices Artist, PT Russell is the host and is dedicated to sharing unscripted dialogue from a diverse collective of creative guests , from an iPhone 11. . One of the other objectives of the podcast is to also highlight more obscure voices and to showcase the progress of emerging artists CONTACT ME: journalingwithpt@gmail.com CONNECT WITH ME via social media: @ptrussellwrites - Instagram https://ptrussell.com/ @artbyptrussell TikTok artbyptrussell Facebook/Meta Journalingwithpt YouTube Photo Edit @codyattersley Journaling with PT https://pod.link/1706519618
Bonus · Fri, October 27, 2023
BONUS - NaPodPoMo - National Podcast Post Month - Release a Podcast Episode Every Day in November National Podcast Post Month is celebrating 16 years! Join the 30 days of podcasting fun starting on November 1st! Learn more at www.napodpomo.org Interested in listening to the daily NaPodPoMo LIVE show? Visit www.napodpomo.live Use the hashtag #napodpomo and share your experiences with one another and to have fun! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Thu, October 26, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Sheding Some Light With This Bright Idea on Proper Microphone Use What does a microphone and a flashlight have in common? Not sure, well if you kknow how a flashlight works you will understand better how you can use your microphone properly! A simple little trick and reminder as you record your podcast - check out Dave's bright idea based on over 40 years in music, I think you will love this one! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, October 25, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Speed Check - I Connected My RSS Feed to YouTube - Part 3 Speed Check complete - it took less than 20 minutes for my episode posted to my hosting site being picked up by YouTube - less than 20 minutes! Part 4 will be out in a few days as I watch the analytics with this new RSS Integration with YouTube If you have questions about this, or want to see what I see, hit me up on my website and let's connect! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, October 25, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Update - I Connected My RSS Feed to YouTube - Part 2 Ok, so this a quick update on my RSS ingestion into YouTube Suggestions for you when this becomes available to save you a boat load of time and work - ensure your espisode title is less than 100 characters (including spaces, numbers, dashes and letters) - anything over 100 characters will be chopped off the end of your title when your podcast is ingested into YouTube - Add your own end screen - the recommendation prompt at the end of your podcast - I have mine set to my channel and to my podcast playlist - Audio Only episodes will be ingested and the artwork for your podcast playlist will automatically be applied - you don't have to hire someone or pay your hosting site for this service going forward if you connect your rSS feed to YouTube! - You can set your current and future episodes to be ingested and parked as Private, Unlisted or Public - I set mine to Public so that I don't have to go in and flip them from Private to Public - your choice here - You will need to do a little editing to the episode despcription/show notes - not all of your formatting transfers, annoying, but not crazy hard. Update 3 will include an idea of how long it takes for an episode to show up on YouTube once it is posted live to my RSS Hosting Site - I will hit my stopwatch when I post this episode If you have any questions, or you want to see this new RSS - YouTube connection live, let me know ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, October 25, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - I Did It - I Connected My RSS Feed to YouTube - Part 1 YouTube has been quietly rolling out its new RSS feed ingestion feature and we're here to show you how to take full advantage of it. By following the steps below, you can automatically add your podcast episodes to your YouTube channel using RSS.com. This integration simplifies the process of cross-publishing your audio content to YouTube to reach a wider audience. Step 1: Set Up Your YouTube Channel Create a YouTube channel if you don't have one already - all you need is a Gmail Account! Step 2. Create a Podcast on YouTube In your YouTube channel, go to "Content" and select "Podcasts." Create a new podcast by providing a name, description, and a square thumbnail image for your show Step 3. Copy your RSS Feed Address and Paste it into YouTube Not sure - reach out to Dave and we can do this together via screen share Step 4. If You Already Have Podcast Episodes in Your YouTube Playlist/Podcast Your additional episodes pulled from your RSS will look different than anything you posted pre connection to your RSS - create missing YouTube Thumbnails (Canva.com) and tweak your episode titles and description If you need help - head over to my website and set up time in my calendar! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, October 24, 2023
E147 - CO-HOST - Rob Jones Host of The Family Vacationer - Lessons After Four Years of Podcasting, Asking For Money, What Really Matters The Go-To Podcast for Families on the Move! https://pod.co/the-family-vacationer ___
Mon, October 23, 2023
EPISODE 146 - Podcast Seasons - Are They The Best Option For My Podcast Should I podcast in seasons? Personally, at this point, I don't. Two of my 7 podcasts actually have 3 to 4 episodes a week going out every week - that is a bit extreme, I know, I know! Just because I don't use seasons does by no means equate to seasons as a "bad idea", seasons might be a great idea for you - and right there sums up why podcasting is great. THERE IS NO RIGHT WAY TO PODCAST! You are in charge of your podcast! Do what works right for you! I share my thoughts and a couple cautions around podcasting in seasons here on episode 137! I would love to hear your comments over at our website! In this episode we touch on the following... What's a Season in Podcasting? A podcast season is like a bunch of episodes released together, and then there's a break before the next batch. It's similar to how TV shows have a bunch of episodes, and then you have to wait for the next season to come out. This way, listeners have time to enjoy the episodes without the pressure of a new one every week. How Seasons Work In a podcast season, there's a specific time when episodes come out, usually lasting a couple of months. During this time, no new episodes are released. After the season ends, a new one begins. However, not all episodes have to be part of a season. Some can be released randomly whenever the podcaster wants. When Do Episodes Come Out? The timing of episodes depends on when they're ready. Podcasters release episodes when they are finished and edited. Seasons help listeners know when to expect new episodes. Without seasons, it's less predictable, and podcasters have to stick to a strict schedule. Why Use Seasons? Using seasons in podcasting has some benefits. Listeners know when to expect new episodes, which keeps them interested and excited. It also gives podcasters time to focus on making new episodes without rushing. How Long Should a Season Be? Most podcast seasons are around two to three months long, but it varies. Some shows release episodes regularly, while others do it every few months. It depends on what works best for your podcast. Planning Your Podcast Before starting your podcast, decide if you want to use seasons and how many you'll have. This helps you set a schedule and keep your podcast organized. In Conclusion Podcasting in seasons is a great way to keep your podcast interesting for listeners. It shows that you're active and always creating new content. If you want to keep your podcast exciting, using seasons might be a good idea. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sun, October 22, 2023
EPISODE 145 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast with three actionable tips for implementing continuous improvement in your podcasting journey - Part 10 Continuous improvement is a crucial aspect of podcasting that involves refining your content, delivery, and overall approach based on feedback and changing circumstances. Here are three actionable tips for implementing continuous improvement in your podcasting journey: Feedback Loop Enhancement: Tip: Create multiple feedback channels to gather diverse perspectives from your listeners. Action: In addition to encouraging listeners to share their thoughts through emails or social media, consider setting up a dedicated feedback form on your podcast website. This form can include specific questions about episode topics, guest suggestions, and overall podcast experience. Regularly review the feedback you receive and use it to identify patterns, strengths, and areas for improvement. Thematic Evolution: Tip: Stay attuned to changing trends and evolving interests within your target audience. Action: Set aside time to research and monitor your niche or industry. Follow relevant news, social media discussions, and emerging topics. When you notice shifts or emerging trends, incorporate them into your podcast's themes or adapt your message to address these changes. This keeps your content fresh and relevant, and demonstrates your commitment to staying current and engaged with your listeners. Segment Experimentation: Tip: Test different podcast segments or formats to gauge audience preferences and refine your message delivery. Action: Introduce new segments or experimental episodes periodically to gather data on listener engagement. For example, you could alternate between solo episodes, interview formats, and panel discussions. Analyze metrics like episode downloads, listener feedback, and social media interactions to identify which segments resonate most with your audience. Use this information to fine-tune your podcast's structure and content mix for maximum impact. By consistently seeking feedback, adapting to changes, and experimenting with new approaches, you'll demonstrate your dedication to providing value and relevance to your listeners. Remember that continuous improvement is an ongoing process that requires flexibility and a willingness to learn and evolve. Over time, these actions will help you refine your podcast message, strengthen audience engagement, and create a lasting impact. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sat, October 21, 2023
EPISODE 144 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast with three actionable tips to promotion and distribution strategies for your podcast - Part 9 promotion and distribution strategies for your podcast, along with three actionable tips to implement for effective results: Promotion and Distribution Strategies: Utilize Multiple Platforms: Podcast Directories: Submit your podcast to popular directories like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher. This makes it easier for potential listeners to find and subscribe to your podcast. Your Website: Create a dedicated page on your website for your podcast. Include show notes, transcripts, and links to episodes to cater to different preferences. Social Media: Share episode announcements, behind-the-scenes content, and engaging visuals on platforms like Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn. Use relevant hashtags to reach a wider audience. YouTube: Convert your podcast episodes into video format and upload them to YouTube. This appeals to visual learners and widens your reach. Email Newsletter: Send regular updates and episode highlights to your email subscribers to keep them engaged and informed. Collaborate with Others: Cross-Promotion: Partner with other podcasters in your niche or related fields. Feature each other on your shows, share each other's episodes, or do joint episodes. This exposes your podcast to a new audience. Guest Appearances: Invite influencers, experts, or thought leaders as guests on your podcast. They can help promote the episode to their followers, expanding your reach. Guest on Other Podcasts: Be a guest on other podcasts to introduce yourself to new audiences and share your expertise. Actionable Tips: Leverage Social Media Effectively: Visual Content: Create eye-catching graphics or video snippets to promote your podcast episodes on social media. Visuals grab attention and entice potential listeners to check out your show. Engage with Hashtags: Research and use relevant hashtags to increase the discoverability of your posts. Hashtags can help your content reach a broader audience interested in your podcast's niche. Interactive Posts: Pose questions, run polls, or share engaging quotes from your episodes to encourage interaction and conversations with your followers. Optimize Your Podcast SEO: Episode Titles and Descriptions: Craft descriptive and keyword-rich titles and descriptions for your podcast episodes. This enhances searchability within podcast directories and search engines. Show Notes: Include detailed show notes with timestamps, key points, and links mentioned in the episode. This not only improves SEO but also provides value to your listener
Fri, October 20, 2023
EPISODE 143 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast with three actionable tips to promotion and distribution strategies for your podcast - Part 8 Consistency and branding are critical aspects of running a successful podcast. Here's an expansion on those points along with three actionable tips to implement for effective consistency and branding: Maintain a Consistent Style and Branding: Consistency in your podcast's style and branding helps create a sense of familiarity and trust among your listeners. When they recognize your podcast by its visuals, sound, and overall vibe, they are more likely to stay engaged and loyal. Visual Branding: Design a logo and podcast cover art that reflect your podcast's theme and message. Use consistent colors, fonts, and imagery. Create promotional images for each episode using the same design elements. This reinforces your brand and helps with visual recognition. Use your branding consistently across social media profiles, website, and any promotional materials. Audio Branding: Develop a unique and memorable intro and outro for your podcast. This could include a catchy jingle, tagline, or a brief summary of what listeners can expect. Use the same music or sound effects throughout your episodes to maintain a cohesive audio identity. Consider having a consistent tone in your narration or hosting style. This contributes to your podcast's overall personality. Messaging and Tone: Define a clear and consistent tone for your podcast. Are you informative, casual, motivational, or humorous? Align your messaging with this tone to create a cohesive experience. Craft a concise and compelling podcast description that accurately reflects your podcast's content, purpose, and style. Infuse your brand's values and mission into your content. This helps create a deeper connection with your audience. Stick to a Schedule: Consistency in your podcast release schedule is crucial for keeping your audience engaged and building anticipation. Here are three actionable tips to help you maintain a consistent schedule: Batch Recording: Set aside dedicated recording days where you can record multiple episodes at once. This approach allows you to have a backlog of episodes ready to go, ensuring a consistent release schedule even during busy times. Content Calendar: Create a content calendar that outlines the topics, guests, and release dates for your upcoming episodes. Having a clear plan helps you stay organized and ensures a steady stream of content. Automate Publishing: Use podcast hosting platforms that allow you to schedule episode releases in advance. This way, you can schedule episodes to go live on specific dates and times, even if you're not availa
Thu, October 19, 2023
EPISODE 142 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast with Three Actionable Tips to Engage With Your Audience- Part 7 Engaging your audience is a crucial aspect of podcasting, as it fosters a deeper connection and creates a loyal community. Here's an expanded explanation of how to engage your audience, along with three actionable tips for podcasters to implement: 1. Encourage Listener Interaction: Actionable Tip 1: Pose Thought-Provoking Questions: At the end of each episode, ask your listeners a question related to the topic you discussed. Encourage them to share their thoughts or personal experiences. Use your podcast's social media platforms or website to post the question and invite responses. This can spark discussions among your audience members. Actionable Tip 2: Create Polls and Surveys: Use platforms like Twitter, Instagram, or your podcast's website to create polls or surveys related to your podcast topics. Ask for listener opinions on various subjects, and share the results in future episodes. This makes your audience feel involved and invested in your content. 2. Share Listener Stories: Actionable Tip 3: Feature Listener Testimonials: Invite listeners to send in their stories or testimonials related to how your podcast has impacted them positively. Choose a few compelling stories and share them at the beginning or end of episodes. This not only showcases the real-world impact of your message but also encourages other listeners to share their experiences. Actionable Tip 4: Host Q&A Sessions: Dedicate special episodes or segments to answering listener questions. Encourage your audience to submit their questions through social media, email, or a dedicated website form. This not only provides valuable content but also creates a sense of personal connection between you and your listeners. 3. Create a Sense of Community: Actionable Tip 5: Host Virtual Events: Organize live streaming sessions, webinars, or virtual meetups where you can interact directly with your audience in real-time. Discuss podcast topics, answer questions, and create a space for your listeners to connect with each other. Actionable Tip 6: Establish Exclusive Content for Your Community: Offer premium content, bonus episodes, or behind-the-scenes insights exclusively to your podcast community members or subscribers. This creates a feeling of exclusivity and strengthens the bond between you and your most dedicated listeners. Actionable Tip 7: Encourage User-Generated Content: Run contests or challenges where listeners can create their own content inspired by your podcast, such as artwork, videos, or short stories. Feature the best submissions on your pod
Wed, October 18, 2023
EPISODE 141 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast by providing value and takeaways for your podcast listeners - Part 6 Here are three actionable tips that a podcaster can implement to ensure their message is impactful and leaves the audience with valuable insights: Research-Backed Strategies: Identify Pain Points: Understand the challenges, questions, or problems your target audience faces. Research and gather insights to address these pain points effectively. Expert Interviews: Invite subject-matter experts who can provide practical insights, backed by their expertise and experience. Data and Examples: Incorporate real-world data, case studies, and relatable examples to validate your message and offer tangible solutions. Actionable Steps: Break down complex concepts into actionable steps that listeners can implement immediately. Ensure your advice is clear and easy to follow. Storytelling and Relatability: Personal Anecdotes: Share personal stories that relate to the topic. Narratives create emotional connections, making the message more memorable. Listener Stories: Encourage listeners to share their own experiences related to the topic. Highlight these stories in your episodes to showcase real-life applications. Vulnerability and Authenticity: Be open about your own challenges and how you overcame them. This authenticity fosters a sense of connection and trust with your audience. Engagement and Interactivity: Q&A Sessions: Dedicate a segment of your podcast to answering listener questions. This direct engagement shows you value their input and provides tailored advice. Call to Action: End each episode with a specific call to action that prompts listeners to implement what they've learned. This could be trying a new approach, practicing a technique, or reflecting on a certain topic. Resource Sharing: Provide downloadable resources, checklists, or templates on your website related to the episode's topic. This adds extra value and encourages listeners to take action. By incorporating these strategies, you'll be well-equipped to provide value and actionable insights to your podcast audience. Remember that consistency is key—continuously deliver practical takeaways, engage with your listeners, and refine your approach based on their feedback to create a lasting impact. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, October 18, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Please STOP Listening to My Podcast Starting Your Podcast: Just Take the First Step Starting a podcast can be a daunting task, especially if you're new to the world of podcasting. Many aspiring podcasters often find themselves overwhelmed by the numerous steps and decisions that go into launching their show. But the truth is, getting started is easier than you might think. It's all about taking that crucial first step. Do Anything : That's the mantra for all new podcasters. Perhaps you've already made some initial progress – you've acquired a decent microphone, selected your co-hosts, or even considered album art. Or maybe you're sitting there with a blank slate, unsure of where to begin. Both situations are perfectly fine because the most important thing is to start making your podcast. In this article, we aim to provide guidance and encouragement to new podcasters who are struggling to make that first move. While we'll touch on various podcast-related aspects we've learned from our years in the industry, the key takeaway is to avoid getting bogged down by endless deliberation and overthinking. Action Over Perfection : It's common for new podcasters to fixate on making everything perfect before they even hit the record button. They might spend endless hours setting up a professional-grade recording studio, refining their ideas, or crafting a flawless marketing plan. However, waiting for perfection can be paralyzing. Experience is the best teacher. So, if you feel stuck, unable to take that first step, we have an exercise for you that you can do right now. The Simple Exercise : Grab your phone, open a voice recording app (most operating systems come with one), or use any device with a built-in microphone. Press record and start talking. Don't overthink it; talk about whatever comes to mind. What's your passion? What stories do you want to share? What keeps you up at night? Once you've said your piece, press stop. Congratulations, you've just recorded an episode of your podcast! Don't let technicalities or self-doubt hold you back. Making the recording is the baseline, the essential step you must take to get started. Continuous Improvement : Podcasting, like any creative endeavor, is a learning process. Don't expect to master it on your first try. Instead, focus on getting better with each recording. Try different approaches, experiment with music, or work on your pacing. Remember, podcasting is easy in terms of its technical simplicity. Just click record, talk, and click stop. However, creating content that resonates with your audience and satisfies your creative aspirations can be as challenging and time-consuming as you choose to make it. So, here's the key takeaway: take that first step. Start recording, and then work on improving with each episode.
Tue, October 17, 2023
E140 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast with these three actionable tips that a podcaster can implement when inviting guests and conducting interviews - Part 5 Here are three actionable tips that a podcaster can implement when inviting guests and conducting interviews to see impactful results: Strategic Guest Selection: Research and Target: Identify potential guests who align with your podcast's theme and audience interests. Look for experts, thought leaders, authors, or individuals with unique experiences that complement your message. Diverse Perspectives: Aim to bring in a variety of perspectives to offer a well-rounded discussion. Diverse viewpoints can spark engaging conversations and cater to a wider audience. Pre-screening: Before inviting a guest, thoroughly review their background, previous interviews, and content to ensure their expertise and compatibility with your message. Preparation for In-Depth Discussions: Thorough Research: Dive into your guest's work, achievements, and relevant topics. This preparation not only helps you craft insightful questions but also demonstrates your genuine interest in their expertise. Develop a Story Arc: Structure your interview like a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end. Craft questions that build upon each other, guiding the conversation toward a meaningful conclusion. Unique Questions: Ask thought-provoking questions that encourage your guest to share personal anecdotes, insights, and actionable advice. Avoid generic questions that they may have answered in previous interviews. Active Listening and Engaging Conversations: Follow the Flow: While it's important to have prepared questions, be flexible and adapt to the direction the conversation naturally takes. Listen actively to your guest's responses, and build upon their insights with follow-up questions. Foster Dialogue: Encourage your guest to elaborate on their points, share real-life examples, and dive deeper into their expertise. Create an environment where they feel comfortable sharing valuable insights. Balanced Interaction: Strike a balance between guiding the conversation and giving your guest the space to express themselves fully. Avoid dominating the discussion, and let your guest shine. Implementing these tips can lead to more engaging and impactful interviews that resonate with your audience. Remember that each guest brings a unique perspective, and your role as a podcaster is to facilitate a meaningful dialogue that adds depth and credibility to your message. Over time, consistently delivering insightful interviews will enhance your podcast's reputation and attract a loyal listener base. ___
Mon, October 16, 2023
E139 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast by improving your engaging delivery as a podcaster - Part 4 Create impact with your podcast beyond stats, listens, downloads, vanity metrics, follower counts and money earned via your podcast! In this 10 episode mini-series we talk about the immesurable impact your podcast can have that nobody tends to talk about! You can count the number of seeds in an apple, but you can't count the number of apples in a seed! Three actionable tips for improving your engaging delivery as a podcaster: Vocal Variety and Pacing: Practice modulation: Vary your tone, pitch, and volume to prevent monotony. This can be particularly effective when emphasizing important points or creating suspense. Adjust pacing: Speak at a comfortable pace, ensuring your words are clear and well-articulated. Avoid speaking too quickly, which can make it hard for listeners to follow. Pausing at strategic moments can also create anticipation and emphasize key ideas. Emotional Connection: Be authentic: Share personal anecdotes or emotions related to your topic. Authenticity creates a genuine connection with your listeners and makes your message relatable. Use the power of storytelling: Craft narratives that evoke emotions and connect with your audience's own experiences. Engaging stories can evoke empathy and keep listeners hooked. Preparation and Practice: Script and rehearse: While spontaneity is valuable, having a well-prepared script or outline ensures you stay on track and communicate your points effectively. Record and review: Listen to your recordings to identify areas for improvement. Pay attention to pacing, clarity, and the emotional impact of your delivery. Take notes on what works and what needs refining. Seek constructive feedback: Share your recordings with a trusted friend or colleague and ask for their honest input. Constructive criticism can provide insights you might not have noticed on your own. By implementing these tips, you can enhance your engaging delivery and create a more impactful podcasting experience for your audience. Remember that practice and continuous improvement are key to mastering these techniques over time. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sun, October 15, 2023
BONUS - Listener Message from Debbie McCulloch, Host of Older and Bolder Debbie and I met on a UK Podcasters Meetup, two Canadians in a room full of UK Podcasters! Are you putting yourself out there and getting in front of others that have no idea who you are? If you spend all of your time in Social Media only speaking with your followers? Getting in front of a bunch of people that haven't met you yet is a GREAT WAY to grow yor audience! Check out Debbie's podcast, if you are older and want to be bolder, you need to subscribe to this great podcast!! Here is the Pod.Link to Debbie's podcast! https://pod.link/1674808395 Tell the How To Podcast Family about your show just like Debbie - head over to HowToPodcast.ca and leave me a voice message right there on the website using the Speak Pipe Link! Be sure to say the name of your show and your website when you leave your message!! https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, October 09, 2023
BONUS - Listener Message from Anthony Vivino - Host of the Have You Ever Wondered What Happened Podcast Anthony Vivino, Host of Have You Ever Wondered What Happened Podcast left us a message! This podcast explores events after the dust has settled and the headlines have faded. Sometimes "fade" is purposefully controlled by big media, known as the "information cycle." Fade is also caused by lack of interest on the part of society. Fade can be completely understandable and we move on from those things... But sometimes things are amiss. There can also be a middle ground where the fade seems to be understandable but it really shouldn't be! These are stories that seem to be the best ones. In this podcast, it is my goal to spark curiosity and answer questions about these subjects. https://music.amazon.com/es-us/podcasts/5785c590-c88f-4733-aa16-d49719508526/have-you-ever-wondered-what-happened We are more than just Pod Pals, we are a Pod Family! Thanks for your support! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, October 04, 2023
EPISODE 138 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast by Doing Your Research and Preparation - Part 3 let's delve deeper into the "Research and Prepare" aspect of podcasting, along with three actionable tips to implement for impactful results: Thoroughly Research Your Topic: In-depth research is the foundation of a compelling podcast message. Here's how to enhance your research process: Diverse Sources: Gather information from various credible sources such as books, peer-reviewed articles, reputable websites, and expert interviews. This ensures a well-rounded perspective on the topic. Fact-Checking: Verify facts and statistics before presenting them on your podcast. Inaccurate information can undermine your credibility and trust with the audience. Stay Current: Keep your knowledge up-to-date by following the latest developments in your field. This helps you provide accurate and relevant information. Create an Outline: An organized structure is essential to keep your podcast message coherent and engaging. Consider these steps when creating your outline: Introduction: Hook your listeners with an attention-grabbing intro that clearly states the episode's topic and purpose. Main Points: Divide your episode into several main points that support your central message. Each point should be distinct and contribute to the overall narrative. Examples and Stories: Use real-life examples, anecdotes, or case studies to illustrate your points and make the content relatable. Expert Insights: If applicable, integrate insights from interviews with experts or thought leaders in the field to provide depth and credibility. Transition and Flow: Use smooth transitions to guide your listeners from one point to the next. A logical flow ensures that your message is easy to follow. Conclusion: Summarize the key takeaways, restate your central message, and encourage action or reflection from your listeners. Actionable Tips for Results: Develop a Research Routine: Allocate dedicated time for research before recording each episode. Create a repository of reputable sources that you can refer to consistently. Set up Google Alerts or subscribe to newsletters to stay informed about the latest developments in your field. Fact-Check and Cross-Reference: Verify information using multiple credible sources before including it in your podcast. Cross-reference data and statistics to ensure accuracy and avoid potential misinformation. Engage with Experts and Thought Leaders: Reach out to experts for interviews or collaborations to provide authoritative insights. Prepare thoughtful and relevant questions that encourage in-depth discussions. Prope
Mon, October 02, 2023
EPISODE 137 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast by Crafting a compelling message for your podcast episodes - Part 2 Crafting a compelling message for your podcast episodes is crucial for engaging your audience and making a lasting impact. Here's an expansion on the points you mentioned, along with three actionable tips for podcasters to implement: 1. Develop a Clear Central Message: Your central message serves as the anchor for your entire episode. It's the main takeaway you want your listeners to remember. To create an impactful central message: Focus on Specificity: Narrow down your topic to a specific angle or theme. Avoid being too broad, as this can dilute your message's impact. For example, instead of discussing "healthy living," you could focus on "simple dietary changes for increased energy." Use a Thesis Statement: Craft a concise statement that summarizes your episode's main point. This thesis should guide your content and keep you on track throughout the episode. Consider Your Audience's Needs: Align your central message with your audience's interests and pain points. What problem are you addressing or what value are you providing to them? 2. Use Storytelling: Storytelling adds a human touch to your podcast and helps your message resonate with listeners on a personal level. Here's how to effectively use storytelling: Share Anecdotes: Share personal anecdotes related to the topic. Personal stories create a connection with your audience and make your content relatable. Case Studies and Examples: Use real-life case studies or examples to illustrate your message. Showcasing how others have experienced your message's impact adds credibility and relevance. Emotional Appeal: Incorporate emotions into your stories. Emotions help listeners connect with your message and remember it better. Three Actionable Tips for Podcasters: 1. Develop a Story Bank: Create a repository of stories, anecdotes, and examples relevant to your podcast's niche. Whenever you're preparing an episode, you can draw from this bank to make your content more engaging. 2. Practice the Rule of Three: Structure your central message with three main points or examples. The human brain tends to remember information in threes, making your message more memorable. 3. Craft Compelling Introductions and Conclusions: Introduction: Start with a hook that grabs your listeners' attention. It could be a thought-provoking question, a surprising fact, or a teaser about what's to come. Conclusion: Summarize your central message and key takeaways. Reiterate the value your listeners will gain from applying the message in their lives. By developing a clear central message and using storytelling effectively, you can create podcast episodes
Sun, October 01, 2023
EPISODE 136 - Apple Seed Series - Impact Your Podcast by Defining Your Purpose and Your Audience - Part 1 “You can count the seeds in an apple, but you can't count the apples in a seed.” ― Karen Jensen "Unlocking the Power of Mission Statements for Your Podcast: 5 Crucial Elements to Craft a Compelling Mission Statement So, you're on a mission to create a powerful mission statement for your podcast, right? Well, you're onto something big! Crafting a mission statement isn't just about inspiring words or a lofty vision; it's a strategic tool that keeps your podcast on course and resonates with your audience. As TIME Magazine puts it: "Mission statements may seem overused and unimportant, but a well-crafted one can help you define your podcast, establish your brand, and guide your content strategy." With that in mind, let's dive into the 5 essential elements of a mission statement that will steer your podcast in the right direction and ensure your best episodes are yet to come: #1: Purpose What's the core reason your podcast exists? Remember, your mission statement isn't a vision statement; it's about what sets your podcast apart and the value it offers right now, beyond just the content you provide. #2: Expertise What makes your podcast exceptional? What expertise, strengths, or advantages distinguish you from the rest? Even if you're continually improving, capture your core abilities in your mission statement. #3: Inspiration Your mission statement should inspire and motivate your listeners, especially during challenging times. The words you choose should convey the inspiration behind your purpose and expertise. #4: Clarity Balancing functionality with conciseness is crucial. Your mission statement should be clear and easy to remember while including all necessary components. #5: Legacy Consider what your podcast is known for and what you aspire to be known for in the future. Your mission statement should capture your essence and your vision for the long term. Remember, mission statements aren't set in stone. Just like podcasts evolve, your mission statement can adapt over time to stay relevant and aligned with your podcast's growth and direction." ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, September 30, 2023
BONUS - Listener Message from Eric Seemann - Co-Host of the REAL Siblings, It Ain't Easy Podcast A Speak Pipe Message came in today from Eric - Co-Host of the Real Siblings, It Ain't Easy Podcast! So, I thought I would create an episode featuring Eric's Message and a short clip from their podcast! Donna Reed and Eric Seemann are both professional Realtors®. Donna lives and works in Tucson Arizona with Keller Williams Southern Arizona while Eric lives and works in San Antonio Texas with Keller Williams Heritage. They are also siblings, and they grew up in a small Northwest Ohio village of Lindsey. Their idyllic small-town childhood laid the foundation for what would become the structure of their lives and careers in real estate. We hope you will join us as we reminisce, reflect, and correlate how our childhood and life in rural Ohio still impacts our dealings with our clients today. https://pod.link/1630791289 If you want your podcast mentioned here on The How to Podcast Series, send me a Speak Pipe Message and remember to shout out your show so that we can share it with the How to Podcast Family! Head over to https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, September 29, 2023
EPISODE 135 - How Ego Metrics Can Derail Your Podcast - Grab a Ladder and Get Over Yourself Podcast Success Metrics: Separating Meaningful Stats from Vanity Numbers As podcasters, we're all on a quest for success, and that often comes down to the numbers. In today's world of digital media, we're inundated with metrics to gauge our performance and compare ourselves to others. We're all familiar with that feeling of admiration, envy, or even bragging when we see big numbers. However, here's the catch: not all metrics are created equal. Some of these numbers might not actually reflect our podcast's impact, and they can be easily manipulated. In fact, some of the most visible metrics can be the most misleading. 1. Total Downloads and Listeners This is perhaps the most visible metric for podcasters. We all want to see our download numbers soar, but it's essential to remember that not all downloads translate into active listeners. Some might be passive or one-time downloads. Additionally, it's not uncommon for people to artificially inflate these numbers. 2. Social Media Followers and Likes Many podcasters strive to grow their social media presence to boost their podcast's visibility. However, having a large number of followers or likes doesn't always equate to meaningful engagement or influence. These numbers can be padded, and algorithms may limit the reach of your content. 3. Engagement Metrics Metrics like comments, shares, and ratings on podcast platforms can provide insights into how your audience interacts with your content. Still, they can be misleading if they don't result in real engagement or meaningful discussions. 4. Subscriber Count Similar to social media followers, having a high subscriber count on your podcast platform might look impressive, but it doesn't necessarily mean those subscribers actively engage with your episodes. So, What Metrics Truly Matter for Podcasters? While these vanity metrics might make us feel good temporarily, they don't always reflect the podcast's impact. What really matters are metrics that align with your podcast's goals: 1. Listener Engagement Pay attention to metrics that indicate engagement, such as comments, reviews, and discussions sparked by your episodes. These show that your content resonates with your audience. 2. Download Trends Instead of fixating on total download numbers, focus on trends and patterns in your download statistics. Are your downloads consistently increasing, or do they fluctuate? 3. Audience Retention Look at how long listeners stay engaged during an episode. High retention rates indicate that your content is compelling and keeps people tuned in. 4. Conversion Metric
Wed, September 27, 2023
E134 - CO-HOST - Tiffany Bell - Monetization, Advertising, Feedback, Burnout and Results from Our Last Episode Together Well it worked - Tiffany is back to share about the action she took form her last guest co-hosted appearance - her community showed up! They certainly did! We continue the conversation around Monetization, Advertising, Feedback, and even talk Burnout as podcasters http://yieldedlife.org/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, September 26, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Google Podcast App Leaving Now What?? Is podcasting Dead? Oh No! The mighty Google Podcast App is closing - run for the hills!! Relax - this is not bad news, there are a few things to consider with the recent news about Google Podcast's demise After a six-year run, Google Podcasts will be shutting down next year. Instead, the internet company plans to double down on making YouTube Music the preferred destination for podcasters and listeners. YouTube announced that in 2024, it will be “increasing our investment in the podcast experience on YouTube Music .” As part of that, later in the year, “we’ll be discontinuing Google Podcasts,” which was first launched in 2018, the company said in a blog post . Google said that YouTube is already the more popular way to listen to podcasts: About 23% of weekly podcast users in the U.S. say YouTube is their most frequently used service, compared with 4% for Google Podcasts, according to Edison Research. With the move to shut down Google Podcasts, the company said, it will help Google Podcasts users move over to podcasts in YouTube Music. For users, it plans to provide a “simple migration tool” and the ability to add podcast RSS feeds to their YouTube Music library, or the ability to transfer show subscriptions to a compatible podcast-listening app. For podcasters, YouTube Music plans to provide “robust creation and analytics tools” and RSS uploads, and it promises to expand the ability to listen to podcasts “everywhere YouTube Music listeners are already consuming their favorite content — in the background, in the car, offline and more.” “In the coming weeks and months, we’ll gather feedback to make the migration process from Google Podcasts to YouTube Music as simple and easy as possible,” the company said. “Once we feel the migration tools are ready, we’ll release them along with clear guidelines on how they work.” arlier this year, YouTube launched the ability to watch and listen to podcasts on YouTube Music in the U.S., without requiring a paid membership. Podcasts on YouTube Music include access to downloads, background play and on smart speakers as well as the ability to switch between audio and video podcasts. Google plans to make podcasts on YouTube Music globally available before the end of 2023. New “YouTube-only” capabilities will be coming to podcasts on YouTube Music, “across community, discovery and audio/visual switching,” Google said. “We know this transition will take time, but these efforts will allow us to build an amazing product and a single destination that rewards creators a
Tue, September 26, 2023
EPISODE 133 - CO-HOST - Danielle Meadows-Stinnett - A.I. Tools, She Podcasts, Women of Color in Tech The More Than Graphics Podcast is a virtual safe space to share memories, hard truth-telling and life chronicles surrounding women in both the Tech and Creative industries. Listen to women of color, Team MTG: Danielle x Cicely x Priscilla and guests as they embark on a round table journey of finding ones tribe. As we amplify the voices of today’s up and coming talents and thought leaders we challenge our listeners to honestly engage in ways to unlock mental and emotional roadblocks to success. Collectively we acknowledge the ‘work on self’ required to achieve true success. https://lexoctane.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, September 22, 2023
E132 - CO-HOST - Tiffany Bell - New Podcaster Questions - Launch, Cost, Time and Community Tiffany is looking to take her social media interactions into the podcasting world. Her mission is to help build community and to serve others! We talk about launching a podcast, how many episodes are required to launch a show, audio vs video podcasting for new podcasters, we talk cost and technology plus much more! If you are looking to launch a podcast, remember, your community might include people who want to help and to support you - they can offer their time, talent or treasure, you just need to put it out to your community, what you need and how they can help you with your podcast! Pastor Tiffany Bell is a powerful and dynamic speaker who has been changing lives with her story and compassion for over two decades. At the age of 22, pastor Tiffany had a radical conversion and encounter with Jesus Christ that would change her life forever! Since that time, she has committed her life to spreading the message of hope and God's transforming power around the world! Pastor Tiffany was raised just outside of Charleston South Carolina. As a child, she saw the hand of God protect and keep her despite being raised in the home of a backslidden pastor turned drug dealer! Surrounded by drugs and abuse, she managed to build and receive strength from a God she had not known or met. Little did she know it then, but God had big plans for her. In her early 20s Tiffany was invited to attend an Assembly of God church service. There, she decided to give God a try. With nothing to lose, she gained the world. That night, she told the Lord, “yes”. Since that night, her passion for souls has continued to grow. Shortly after that fate-filled night at the Assembly of God Church, Pastor Tiffany Bell began an intense discipleship training. Within a couple of months, God was already opening doors for her to begin to mentor others. She began teaching addiction recovery classes using the Teen Challenge curriculum. Faithful to the call, she would soon become actively involved as a youth pastor. A few years later, God opened up an opportunity to plant a church where she would be co-pastor. Through community outreach and discipleship she was able to see a church plant grow from nothing to over 60 strong before God launched her into her next season. Today, Pastor Tiffany Bell and her husband Apostle Dr. Howard Bell spearhead an international ministry called, “Yielded Life”. This ministry spans the globe through social media, television and live events. Together they spread the message of how Yielding to God, through the posture of love, will Awaken Identity, Activate Purpose and Ignite Destiny! https://yieldedlife.org/ ___ <a href="https://howtopodcast.ca/" target="_blank" rel="noopener norefe
Mon, September 18, 2023
Episode 131 - Travis Robbins - Starting a Podcast and Building Community Around His Plans to Walk From South Africa to Russia Starting a podcast can be a big task - lots of moving pieces, small details and tasks. There is planning and strategy, mapping out everything that you need to start your show - now imagine doing that, while planning your walk from Cape Town South Africa to Russia. Travis is here to "walk us through" his new podcast journey, his book and the plans he has for his 2024 walk. It is all about the details and building community! https://www.theconnectionodyssey.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-connection-odyssey ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, September 15, 2023
E130 - Dianne Burckhardt - A Novel Idea For Her Author Podcast Guests, YouTube for Podcasters, Podcast Community Building Join award-winning, indie author chats with fellow authors and industry insiders around the world about their work, inspirations, greatest challenges, and triumphs. Writing is often the easy part, and the real work begins once the author writes, "The End." Dianne and her guests shed light on what it takes to be a successful author in today's markets whether as an indie author or traditionally published. Dianne's guests share their insights on their personal journeys to creating a successful writing career. They discuss everything from their writing process, common obstacles in publishing today, marketing, customer engagement, and resources that have helped them create engaging content, connect with their readers, and so much more! Wednesdays are better with a little good book banter . . . join us for chats that are entertaining, uplifting, and help you find new books to feed your soul! Dianne Burckhardt is current publishing a historical fiction series, The Into the West Saga Serial under pen name Stephen Burckhardt. There are six book in publication with the final instalment coming in Podcast - Book Banter With Dianne Burckhardt https://pod.link/1613370664 https://www.burckhardtbooks.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Tue, September 12, 2023
EPISODE 129 - CO-HOSTS - Angela and Stephanie from The Ink Mages Podcast - Co-Hosting is a great way to start a podcast Angela and Stephanie join as co-hosts, co-hosting on this episode! We talk about - the co-hosting dance that happens on the microphone, - how to plan out your episode, - cues to keep the conversation going - how to stay organized - how to not step on the toes of your co-host during recording - sharing the work - podcast distribution opportunities over and above YouTube and Spotify On the Ink Mages Podcast, Angela and Stephanie discuss all things fantasy, story craft, myths & legends, and imaginative stories. Join us for nerdy book talk and author interviews. https://www.youtube.com/@TheInkMages/about ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, September 11, 2023
EPISODE 128 - CO-HOST - Tonya Wollum - Audio vs Video, YouTube, Tools We Use, Stats and Being Everywhere The Water Prairie Chronicles is the result of the experiences we’ve been through as our children have grown up with different types of disabilities. We’ve lived in several states during the years when they were younger, and we know firsthand how difficult it is to get connected with the resources you need when you’re trying to parent a child with disabilities. No matter if your child has a medical condition, a physical challenge, or an invisible disability, we want the Water Prairie Chronicles podcast and website to be a resource you can come to for support and encouragement. We are creating video podcasts of interviews with individuals who have grown up with a disability to show parents the possible path their child might follow. These interviews will include information about how the individual accommodated their unique needs during school and advice they want to pass on to parents and children who have similar life challenges. We’ll also include interviews with organizations and professionals who may be good resources for the families the Water Prairie Chronicles is trying to serve. https://www.reddit.com/user/waterprairie/?rdt=59111 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/waterprairie ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Sun, September 10, 2023
EPISODE 127 - Listener Feedback Question - What is Upspeak and Vocal Fry and Why We Should Talk About It What is vocal fry? Vocal fry is the lowest register (tone) of your voice characterized by its deep, creaky, breathy sound. When you speak, your vocal cords naturally close to create vibrations as air passes between them. Like a piano or guitar string, these vibrations produce sound (your voice). When you breathe, your vocal cords are relaxed and open to let air pass through freely, which doesn’t produce any sound. When you use vocal fry, you relax your vocal cords but do not increase the amount of air you’re pushing past your vocal cords, which produces slower vibrations and ultimately results in the lower creaky sound. Whether you use it or not, vocal fry is a pattern of voice use that does not cause harm to your voice. However, if you’re not satisfied with your voice, a speech-language pathologist can help improve its quality. These methods train you to produce a stronger, more powerful voice. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/is-vocal-fry-ruining-my-voice What Is Upspeak? Upspeak, also known as uptalk or high rising terminal (HRT), is a linguistic occurrence in which a speaker uses a rising inflection at the end of a declarative sentence. This rising intonation at the end of the sentence makes a statement sound like a question. In 1993, journalist James Gorman established the term “upspeak” in a New York Times article. In pop culture, upspeak is known as “valley girl speak,” a social class stereotype popularized in the ‘80s as a riff on the dialect of upper-middle-class young women from the valleys of Southern California. Overusing upspeak in your speech becomes monotonous for listeners and may indicate a lack of confidence, as every statement becomes a question. While linguists have derided the use of uptalk, some high-profile figures have embraced it. https://www.masterclass.com/articles/upspeak-explained ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, September 06, 2023
E126 - Listener Question - Should I Start a Live Podcast, A Video Podcast or and Audio Only Show Chris left a message about I am thinking of starting a podcast. Chris was wondering what the best path is to start on. Should he start an audio only podcast, a video podcast or a live show? Chris asked if I have ever considered doing a live podcast? In this episode we look at where the easiest place is to start. As in all things in life, it depends! If you are gifted with video, then a video podcast makes sense based on what you already know - if you are a live gamer, than a live podcast might be great - I, unfortunately am neither of those! So I choose audio only to start. A few reasons why... Audio is widely available to the majority of consumers without hurdles to consume your podcast - you reach is wider and evergreen. Your hosting site might charge you by file size per episode - audio file sizes are lower than video thus saving you money. Video and Live Podcasting include extras - cameras, lights, streaming software, strong internet connection, money etc. If you are new and have very little budget this might makes thing difficult for you starting out. Live podcasting to me, based on the limited live podcasts that I have attended (there in lies one big problem - I am busy when they go live) tends to lean toward podcasters that seem bored with the audio only podcasts that they have been creating for a long time. It is the new shiny thing and when they host a live podcast they seem distracted, unfocused, unedited and all over the place leaving us audio only listeners in the dark as to what is going on. "Look at this mic" "Check out this image" "Charlie in the chat just made a great comment" (but we don't hear Charlie's comment, ever) Podcasting from day one was built on anyone can speak to everyone, anytime, anywhere and how the audience wants to listen. Video and live have limited ways to hear/see the podcast - so there in lies the problem that I have with ignoring the audio only podcast listeners - the moment we purposefully alienate potential listeners becomes the opposite of what podcasting was designed to do. Audio is where I would start based on my audience, my skill level and my current financial situation - be realistic and inclusive to all! ... and for all things podcasting, edit your live and video podcasts for those listening later on an audio platform - don't be a lazy podcaster - we see you! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Mon, September 04, 2023
E125 - CO-HOST - Doug Beitz - Understanding Your Niche, Staying Organized and Rebounding From a Needed Break in Podcasting Podcast - Intuitive Conversations with Doug https://pod.link/1593172364 Over the past 6 years Doug has been on a journey of developing his Inner Mission (Intuition). He's watched men misjudge situations, only to hear them say, "I knew I shouldn't have done that". Why didn't they listen to their gut feel, that inner knowing, inner voice, call it what you want? Doug is passionate about men following their inner guidance, and invites them to join him and special guests here each week as they discusses simple ways to do that. https://dougbeitz.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Bonus · Sun, September 03, 2023
A Podcast Lesson from an Apple - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips You can count the number of seeds in an apple, but you can't count the number of apples in a seed! Podcasting can have an impact, far reaching and beyond your wildest dreams! Start your show! Share your message to the world without the fear of judgement from experts that will tell you that you are doing it WRONG! Podcasting is for everyone, podcasting is for you! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Fri, September 01, 2023
E124 - Steve Lubetkin - A History Lesson in Podcasting, How Healthy is Podcasting and What Lies Ahead Steve Lubetkin is managing partner of The Lubetkin Media Companies, an award-winning producer of documentary style radio, TV and other multimedia content distributed over the Internet as podcasts. He also serves as news director and principal reporter for the firm's StateBroadcastNews.com division, which produces news content for media outlets. He is the anchor of the weekly commercial real estate news podcast, "The CRE News Hour," available on StateBroadcastNews.com, and provides a daily radio newscast to "Radio Jersey," a streaming radio show available on Mixcloud.com. From 2014-2019, he was the New Jersey and Philadelphia editor for GlobeSt.com, a commercial real estate news website, and a contributing editor to Real Estate Forum, its sister print publication. From 2017-2018, he was national broadcast correspondent for the relaunch of CEOReport.com, where he produced and anchored video interviews with corporate CEOs. Since 1996, he has written “CompuSchmooze,” a technology column in the Jewish Community Voice of Southern New Jersey (www.jewishvoicesnj.org). A seasoned technology futurist, Steve was one of the first journalists to use portable computer technology in the field when he reported on a Grateful Dead rock concert in 1977. He has included an email address on his business card since 1988. A nationally published writer and photojournalist, he is a member of the Online News Association, Radio & Television Digital News Association (RTNDA), National Press Photographers Association, the Society of Professional Journalists, and the Professional Photographers of America. He has won more than a dozen awards for video and audio news reporting from the Garden State Journalists Association. He is Accredited in Public Relations by the Public Relations Society of America and is a member of PRSA’s prestigious College of Fellows, and currently serves as vice president of digital technology for the Philadelphia Chapter of IABC. Steve holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix/ONLINE and a BA in Spanish and Philosophy (dual major) from Monmouth College (now Monmouth University), West Long Branch, NJ. The Book: The Business of Podcasting: How to Take Your Podcasting Passion from the Personal to the Professional This book is by two of the pioneers in podcasting: Donna Papacosta of Trafalgar Communications, host of the popular "Trafcom News Podcast" and an internationally known trainer and seminar leader; and Steve "@PodcastSteve" Lubetkin, founder of Professional Podcasts, one of the first podcast production companies and a division of The Lubetkin Media Companies LLC, an award-winning producer of business and organizational podcasts, with more than three quarters of a million downloads. Unlike other podcasting books that delve into the mechanics of creating
Wed, August 30, 2023
E123 - CO-HOST - Brad Walsh - Guesting on Podcasting, Show Me Your Numbers and Uniting Canadian Podcasters Canadian Podcaster, Brad Walsh of Empowerography Podcast focuses his efforts on raising awareness for female entrepreneurs… Amazing to see a man who is dedicated to supporting women! Curious to hear more? It’s time for a brand new Opportunity Knocks!! Brad Walsh was introduced to the world of photography at the young age of 17. At this time, there was no such thing as a consumer digital camera!! Brad explains the key that helped him discover himself… A 35mm film camera! From the high school darkroom, Brad admired the magic of seeing his visions come to life on photo paper right before his eyes. Additionally, Brad is the creator and host of the Empowerography Podcast. A podcast that enables women’s voices to be heard and to share their stories/journeys and successes in business or life with the hopes of helping other women who may be dealing with or going through similar struggles!! www.empowerographypodcast.com ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, August 28, 2023
EPISODE 122 - Podcast Tips for Being a Better Guest on Your Next Podcast - Learn From The Experiences of Others Being is guest on podcasts is a great way to strut your stuff, make valuable connections and share your message - here are some things to consider when reaching out to podcasts that you want to guest on... - unfortunately not all podcast hosts will respond in a timely manner (or at all) - have ONE call to action not 25! A website is $12 a year and you can build your website on Canva for free - so a linktree is not the best place to send people - a website is your spot on the internet that you control - have one place to send listeners and then populate your site with all the other links to where you are on social media - consider having a gift or free offer that isn't available to EVERYONE, just the listeners - you can track when listeners click through to your offer and it gives listeners a special bonus just for them! - Question - do I have to listen to a podcast before I guest on the show? Nope! Should you, Yes! Why? You will pick up on the tone, energy and vibe of the show which can be your super power as a guest when it is your turn! - When communicating with the host avoid canned copy/paste communications - personalize your pitches so that your email stands out in a crowded email inbox! - When pitching yourself to a podcast host - pitch content ideas for the show and how you would be a great guest to discuss the content that you suggested - not just your book. - During the podcast - answer the question that is asked of you and keep your answer short and valuable - let the host pull out further details about your answer instead of going on and on for 20 minutes for one simple question - have good tech if you want to be a frequent guest - a $50 usb mic and a pair of wired headphones will do wonders when you show up to record your podcast interview - be sure to record from a quiet spot with no distractions (turn off your phone!) - Show up for your guest spot as if you were about to walk onto the biggest stage of your life in front of thousands of people! This is a big opportunity, treat it as such. - Leverage other guests from the podcast you are guesting on - there maybe other guests that you can connect with now that you have both been on the same show - you never know where that might lead! - when pitching a podcast to be on as a guest - remember the podcast is not about you, it is about the audience, always! - Ask yourself - why am I guesting and what is the result that I am hoping for by being a guest - if you don't know the answer to that question - figure that out before your next pitch! - Thank your host before, during and after each opportunity - and lastly, be prepared - always ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - <a
Fri, August 25, 2023
EPISODE 121 - Podcast Host Tips For Interview Based Podcasts - Learn From The Experiences of Others Some suggestions for podcast hosts with guests! Compiled from some of my podcast buddies about interview guests on your podcast. - be sure to comment on your guests when they post on be a guest sites confirming to others how great your former guest is - your support as your guest looks for more podcasts to be on is super helpful - remember - you do not have to accept EVERY guest - be selective - Leverage pre/post show planning for each of your guest - pre-interview/planning sessions can be impactful and helpful to new podcast guests with limited experience - make your guest comfortable on your show - treat people well and the results will follow - server your guests - communicate with guest - give guests a brief synopsis of your show, the reason that they would be a good fit, and the benefit your guest will receive by being on your show - if a guest mentions a mentor, resource or helpful tool - reach out to that suggested resource and invite them on your show as well if it serves your audience - keep a running track sheet on guests - track all the processes of your show and keep track of guests that have been great or not so great - big take away - Podcasting is about THEM not YOU ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Bonus · Fri, August 25, 2023
Should I have a One Sheet for My Podcast as the Host - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips What is a Podcast One-Sheet? Podcast one-sheets tell a podcast host why they should choose you as a guest and which topics you can eloquently speak about. You should view it as your podcast resume! Unsurprisingly, a one-sheet is one piece of paper filled with brief information that helps steer conversations during a podcast. While these sheets will cover quite a bit of information, one-sheets shouldn’t seem crowded. The layout of compelling one-sheets flows seamlessly; podcast hosts and guests should have the ability to skim the sheet to find the subtopic they’re looking for. Here are the main components of a podcast one-sheet: Headshot Bio Suggested interview topics Suggested questions Social media/contact information Appearances on other podcasts (if applicable) Why Are One-Sheets Important? If you’re a podcast host, would you want to invite a guest onto your show without knowing about them? You would be rolling the dice. On the flip side, podcast guests might not appreciate recording a podcast if the host had little to no information about them. It might not work well if a real estate agent randomly appears on a podcast without the host having any background information. One-sheets have become an industry norm because they help keep the podcast space organized and help podcast hosts choose the right guests to bring onto their show. Simply put: podcast hosts need one-sheets to find the right people to contribute to their show’s value. If you’re interested in being a guest on a podcast, you should use a one-sheet to market yourself. How Do You Design a One-Sheet? There are six essential components in a one-sheet: The headshot section The bio section The suggested questions section The suggested topic question The podcast appearances section ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Bonus · Thu, August 24, 2023
YouTube Podcast News - Coming soon additional analytics, improved discovery and search for podcasts - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips YouTube will fully support ingestion of RSS feeds for podcasts by the end of the year, it was announced at Podcast Movement by the Product Lead Podcasting at Google, Steve McLendon, speaking to Ausha’s Jennifer Han. He also made the first public acknowledgement of the ongoing beta testing that we reported on in May. (It ingests RSS audio feeds and turns them into YouTube-hosted video, like CNN One Thing which we understand is using it.) Within the YouTube Music app, podcasts are currently available in the US, Canada and Latin America, and are on track to complete a global rollout by the end of the year, including a podcast section on the website. The company is also planning additional analytics, and improved discovery and search for podcasts, especially for users who have engaged with podcast content. Podnews has also learnt that YouTube Music updates to expect relatively soon are show-level auto-downloads; and you’ll also soon be able to add any RSS feed to your YouTube Music app - even private RSS feeds - in countries where podcasts on YouTube Music are supported. McLendon stressed to creators that for best results you should mark your show (“playlist”) as a podcast in YouTube Studio, which unlocks additional places where your show will be promoted. Get your podcast news from the best source! https://podnews.net/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Wed, August 23, 2023
EPISODE 120 - CO-HOST - Julie DeLucca-Collins - Podcasting with your Partner, Be Intentional and a Free Checklist for Podcasters Casa De Confidence Podcast If you are ready to grow your confidence and be inspired and empowered, these real honest conversations about life, business, and relationships will help you be transformed. If you are ready to achieve more without the overwhelm, using tangible tools and resources to take action, this show is for you. If you want to be motivated, at peace, and full of happiness as you reach your goals, this podcast is here to help you in the journey and create the life you LOVE. Join #1 Bestselling Author Julie DeLucca-Collins and her #handsomehothusband Dan, the hosts of Casa De Confidence share stories of individuals from all walks of life who are of different ages and stages and have unique stories. The one common thread between our guests is that they have embarked on the path to go after their dreams. These dreamers have failed, learned, and ultimately triumphed to walk confidently and live their imagined lives. Take a journey to learn what it takes to Go Confidently and reach your dreams. The Podcast Link - https://pod.link/1510255268 ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Bonus · Tue, August 22, 2023
A Question From Mark About His Proposed Podcast Show Name and Some Thoughts For You When Naming Your Show - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Mark left a question for the show - his new podcast idea is a travel and local focused show the N B Traveler - thanks Mark for leaving your question - we will talk about Mark's podcast show name and talk through some considerations for you when determining the name for your show! When choosing a title, think of a dynamic name that can expand to fit your wildest dreams. The possibilities of audio creation are always expanding, and you never know how your personal brand might grow. Relying on the word “podcast” from the get-go might leave you feeling boxed in down the road. In short, here are some guidelines from fellow podcasters around picking a great podcast name: Aim for 4 words or less. Choose a name that aligns with your content. Keep it succinct and intriguing. Try to avoid the words “The” and “Podcast.” Avoid special characters, misspellings, abbreviations, and punctuation. Your name should be easy to spell and pronounce. Make sure it’s not already taken. Gather some outside opinions. Think about how your show might evolve over time. Choose a name you like saying out loud. Picking a podcast name might feel difficult, but don’t let it prevent you from sharing your voice. Sometimes a show needs to exist in the world before it can be given a title. If you find yourself feeling stuck, the best thing to do is start creating. Record some mock episodes or soft-launch with a placeholder name. There’s always room for adjustment later on. At the end of the day, listeners are tuning in for you and your content—not your podcast title. If you make great episodes that keep people engaged, your podcast name will fall into place. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Fri, August 18, 2023
E119 - CO-HOST - Tonya Wollum - AI in Podcasting, Editing Tips, Best Practices Tonya and Dave look at renaming A.I. from Artificial Intelligence to Assisted Information - how we both use A.I. in similar and different ways, Chat GPT suggestions, other A.I. Tools We also talk about the power of our why and connecting with our audience https://waterprairie.com/listen/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/
Wed, August 16, 2023
EPISODE 118 - CO-HOST - Ola Adesanya - Host of The Reel Happy Hour Podcast - From Journalist to Podcaster The Reel Happy Hour Podcast is a show that discusses the relational dynamics of characters in Movies, TV shows & Documentaries. The show is hosted by Journalist & Content Producer Ola Adesanya, popularly known as Ola, and he will be speaking to guests in the Media & Mental Health industry. Every episode is bound to leave you better informed with a deeper understanding of the content being discussed, and the conversations will also encourage self reflection for our viewers. https://rss.com/podcasts/thereelhappyhourpodcast/856477/ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, August 14, 2023
E117 - Dave versus A.I. - Putting the Humanity back into Podcast Editing I had the opportunity to be a guest on a podcast for Dads - it was great, awesome host, a great episode - truly grateful for the opportunity to share my Dad Story! Be a guest, it is a great way to add value to another show, to support a fellow podcaster and potentially grow your own show at the same time! When the episode released I noticed that the podcast was edited by a popular A.I. Editing tool that podcasters have fallen in love with - but I felt, when listening back to the interview that the humanity was removed in the edit - so I have a warning for you as a podcaster to use caution when using an A.I. Tool or an editor for your show - don't strip every last second of pauses, cadence and the natural "gallop" that happens when we talk. Here is a comparison of the interview as it went out and my edits to put the humanity back into the same clip. You judge for yourself what works for you, how do you feel when you hear the two clips. For me the first clip made me feel anxious, like a shot clock in basketball, there felt like an imaginary countdown clock clicking away and that I was trying to get all my words in before a cutoff point... If you need help with your editing I am accepting new podcasts for a limited time - if I can help you edit your show, and you want a human to do your edits, maybe I can help! https://getrealparentalcoaching.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, August 11, 2023
E116 - CO-HOST - Julie Deem - Business Podcast Editor - How to Improve Your podcast and Get More Listeners About me:HI! I am so excited you are here!! My name is Julie Deem aka Indymompreneur on Instagram As the co-host for the podcast, UNITED State of Women, I understand firsthand what it takes to edit and produce a quality podcast. It is my mission to help business owners save time on editing and distributing their podcast. I have been producing podcasts since 2019 and have helped podcasters all over the world. I offer post-production audio editing, show notes, audio transcriptions and Audiograms. Packagers are customizable and catered to your wants and needs. Follow the podcast UNITED State of Women: Apple Podcast & Spotify Are you interested in connecting with other female podcasters? Join our free Facebook Group to network and promote your podcast: Podcast Wonder Club https://www.thebusinesspodcasteditor.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, August 09, 2023
E115 - The Best Free Resource for Your Podcast is listening to your show - Your Audience https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, August 07, 2023
What is more important - Audience Growth or Audience Retention - Create a Home For Your Listeners - The Daily Dave
Fri, August 04, 2023
EPISODE 114 - CO-HOST - Christa Joy Spaeth - Working With A Podcast Coach, Riverside, Building Community Christa Joy Spaeth is the founder of Christa Joy Ministries. It was in 2022 when Minnesota-based author Christa received a compelling message from God. In a prayer cabin called “Whisper,” He prompted her to write a seven-week devotional. Since then, Christa’s eyes, heart, and ears were opened to more whispers, so that she may start fulfilling her new purpose of helping the hurting and share the love of Christ. Christa is a blessed wife, mother of two, and a successful businesswoman. She is a woman ignited with a burning passion to walk in the rhythm of God’s plan, each day. So much so that in 2022, she took a bold step, bidding goodbye to her long-standing career as a Registered Dietitian at a high-profile food manufacturing company. It wasn’t an easy step, but it was a step of faith, one that led her closer to the purpose God had for her: encouraging others through Christ. Today, Christa owns and operates Christa Joy Ministries where she publishes her own books, hosts a podcast, and writes daily encouragements on her social media. In addition, she does guest blog posts for various social media accounts. https://www.christajoyministries.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, August 02, 2023
E113 - The Chevy Nova - Why Picking a Great Podcast Name Matters and Ten Things To Consider When Naming Your Show the story of the Chevy Nova “no go” is a myth, an urban legend. It never actually happened. Like many urban legends, the Chevy “no go” story was repeated so many times that people believed it to be true. Also, similar to other urban legends, the Chevy “no go” story has a small element of truth, for “ no va” does mean “no go.” Contrary to popular belief, though, the Chevy Nova sold well in Latin America. In Venezuela, the Nova actually exceeded sales projections from Chevrolet. If you can speak Spanish, you likely understand why the Chevy Nova “no go” story is a myth. For one, in Spanish, nova and no va don’t sound the same, and most people would not confuse them. It would be like saying “carpet” and “car pet.” They sound different and have different meanings. Also, no va would be a highly unusual way to describe a car that can’t drive or function. Key Considerations When Selecting a Name for Your Podcast: Relevance : Choose a name that directly reflects the content and theme of your podcast. It should give listeners a clear idea of what your show is about. Memorability : Aim for a name that is catchy, easy to remember, and stands out among other podcasts. Avoid overly complicated or lengthy names. SEO-Friendly : Opt for a name that incorporates relevant keywords or phrases related to your podcast's topic. This can help improve your podcast's visibility in search results. Uniqueness : Ensure your podcast name is distinct and not already used by another popular podcast to avoid confusion and trademark issues. Audience Appeal : Consider your target audience and the tone of your podcast. Choose a name that resonates with your intended listeners and reflects the podcast's personality. Versatility : Select a name that allows for potential growth and expansion of your podcast's topics or content without feeling limited. Domain Availability : Check if the corresponding domain name is available for your podcast website, as it's essential for branding and online presence. Social Media Handles : Ensure that the podcast name is available as a handle on major social media platforms to maintain consistency across channels. Avoid Trends : While trendy names might seem appealing initially, they can quickly become outdated. Opt for a timeless name that will age well. Test and Feedback : Before finalizing your podcast name, test it with friends, family, or potential listeners to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments.
Mon, July 31, 2023
E112 - Debbie Weiss - Host of Maybe I Can - Co-Hosting, Being Unique and Podcasting Courses Hello, I'm Debbie... For most of my life, my set of beliefs was fairly consistent with my upbringing and life experience. Certainly, all of us are shaped by the people, places, and circumstances of our lives. I was not one to ever question those beliefs. I just assumed they were correct and to be quite honest, I never really gave it any thought. My life changed forever the day after I graduated from high school when my Dad had a massive stroke. He survived and I was his primary caregiver for the next 30 years. This was the beginning of me taking care of everyone else at the expense of myself. I was and still am a "fixer" and a "problem solver". I have a strong desire to be the one to help, which is admirable (if I do say so myself 😋), however, I sacrificed my own well-being in the process. My belief was "it is what it is". It's not like I have a choice. My life has always been about doing everything for everyone else without giving much consideration to my own needs and wants. I would hear what other people were doing and often be jealous and think, "that must be nice, but I can't do that". Anyone who offered a suggestion, I always had a reason why "I can't do it". Other people can, but I can't. Until I turned 50 and realized that this is it. This is my one and only life and I don't want to look back years from now with regret for the things I haven't done. Maybe I can try something new. Maybe I can put myself first. Maybe I can take control of my future. Maybe I can live the life of my dreams. After all, other people do it, so why not me? I'm done with my excuses and ready to take back my life and I know exactly how I'm going to do it. https://www.debbierweiss.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, July 28, 2023
E111 - Questions to Ask When Hiring a Podcast Editor - Get Better Results By Asking Better Questions Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Podcast Editor Why do you need a podcast editor right now? Consider your reasons and goals for hiring one. Describe your podcast to someone else: topic, audience, format, episode duration, finished length, and publishing frequency. Envision your ideal future with a professional editor in three years. Detail the production process, roles, and benefits. Identify tasks that are not getting done or are being delayed in your podcasting workflow. Do you require additional services besides editing? Think about graphic design, consultations, writing, social media, research, and guest booking. If you didn't have to edit, what would you focus on instead? Consider other aspects of your life or podcasting that you'd like to prioritize. List any non-negotiables, preferences, and decision criteria you have for selecting an editor. Determine how much you can afford to pay an editor, both per episode and on a monthly or seasonal basis. Create a list of potential editors or companies to consider before setting up calls. Ask prospective editors about the types of editing services they offer and inquire further if needed. Learn about their work process, including turnaround times, revisions, and methods of collaboration. Discuss how they handle non-standard requests or special events, such as corrections, urgent requests, or vacations. Find out how they ensure compliance with production standards and maintain their technical skills. Ask for evidence of their expertise and experience, such as references, a portfolio, or sample edits. Remember to take notes of their responses and impressions of their work to compare against your expectations for your show. https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 26, 2023
Episode 110 - Finding Your Red Door - Making your podcast stand out in a crowded market Making your podcast stand out in a crowded market requires a combination of creativity, authenticity, and strategic planning. Here are four steps to help you create a unique podcast that sets itself apart: Step 1: Identify Your Niche and Target Audience Action Steps: Conduct market research to identify your target audience and their interests. Choose a specific niche or topic that aligns with your passion and expertise. Look for gaps in the existing podcast market and identify areas where you can offer something different. Step 2: Define Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP) Action Steps: Clearly articulate what makes your podcast special and different from others. Highlight the key benefits and value that your podcast provides to listeners. Emphasize your strengths, such as your personality, storytelling style, or expert guests. Step 3: Create High-Quality Content Action Steps: Invest in good-quality recording equipment and editing software to ensure professional sound. Craft compelling and well-researched episodes that offer valuable insights or entertainment. Incorporate engaging storytelling techniques to captivate your audience. Consistently deliver fresh and relevant content on a regular schedule. Step 4: Leverage Marketing and Promotion Action Steps: Develop a strong branding strategy, including a visually appealing logo and cover art. Utilize social media platforms and engage with your audience regularly. Collaborate with other podcasters or influencers in your niche to cross-promote each other's shows. Encourage listener participation through contests, surveys, or Q&A sessions. Remember, building a standout podcast takes time and dedication. Stay consistent, listen to feedback from your audience, and continuously look for ways to improve and innovate. By following these steps and taking action, you'll be well on your way to creating a unique and successful podcast in a competitive landscape. https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 24, 2023
Episode 109 - The Limitations of an Explicit Podcast - Advantages and Disadvantages of being explicit on your podcast Setting Up Your Podcast: Understanding the Limits of an 'Explicit' Podcast When starting your podcast, it's essential to know the limitations that come with producing explicit content. Here's a simple guide to help you make informed decisions: 1. Censor Yourself or Be Labeled 'Explicit' You have the freedom to create a podcast with strong language, explicit discussions about sex, or graphic content. However, major podcast directories, like Apple Podcasts, prioritize child safety. If your content is explicit but not labeled as such, they may take action against your podcast. To avoid this, clearly mark your podcast as explicit when necessary. 2. Consider Your Audience Reach Creating an explicit podcast may limit your potential audience. Some countries, numbering up to 17, ban explicit podcasts, impacting hundreds of millions of potential listeners. Before going explicit, think about whether your content will attract more listeners than it might deter. 3. Impact on Advertising Revenue Certain advertisers avoid supporting explicit shows. So, if your podcast contains explicit material, it could limit your opportunities for advertising revenue. Consider whether the explicit label might affect your chances of attracting advertisers. 4. Popularity and Top Podcasts Only a small percentage of the most popular podcasts are explicit. If your goal is to be among the top podcasts, you might want to look at what the majority of successful shows are doing. Decide if you want to follow the path of the 85% non-explicit shows or the remaining 15% explicit ones. Carefully consider both options before making your choice. Remember, it's essential to know the potential consequences of producing an explicit podcast. Make informed decisions that align with your podcasting goals and target audience. By understanding the limitations, you can set up your podcast for success and avoid unnecessary setbacks. Happy podcasting! https://howtopodcast.ca/ Share our other podcast with your favourite Dad! https://dadspace.ca/
Fri, July 21, 2023
E108 - Confidence versus Ego in Podcasting - is there room for either as a Podcaster When it comes to podcasters, confidence plays a crucial role. It's important to have confidence and approach things with the mindset that success is attainable. Assuming the sale and expecting opportunities are valid strategies to adopt. However, it's also worth noting that you mentioned not expecting things or opportunities. So, how can we navigate this dilemma between being confident and believing in ourselves versus refraining from those expectations? Ultimately, confidence is key, but it shouldn't stem from ego. Rather, it should come from acknowledging the hard work and preparation invested in the podcasting journey. Speaking with confidence arises from knowing the subject matter thoroughly and being able to discuss it intelligently. Whether the topic of your podcast is, confidence comes from personal experience, thorough research, and the ability to substantiate one's arguments. Confidence is critical for progress. It's essential to assume success and envision yourself landing speaking engagements or being a guest on your dream podcast. This kind of confidence propels you forward. However, it's important to differentiate between confidence and ego. Ego arises when you begin to expect certain outcomes and results, and when they don't materialize, you blame external factors. To address this, it's necessary to examine your thinking. Ask yourself if you have done the necessary groundwork, laid the foundation, and paid your dues. Reflect on whether you have truly put in the effort. While the ego might still sting, it should not dictate your actions. Instead, use it as an opportunity for self-reflection. Consider what you could have done better and how you can improve. If your ego is causing distress, look inward for answers. Avoid blaming others or feeling entitled to opportunities. Instead, focus on personal growth and self-improvement. Take a moment to evaluate yourself honestly by standing in front of a mirror and asking, "What could I have done differently to ensure a positive outcome?" Remember, the key lies within your own actions and approach. By distinguishing confidence from ego and maintaining a healthy self-awareness, you can overcome obstacles, learn from experiences, and continue progressing in your podcasting endeavors. https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 19, 2023
E107 - CO-HOST - Whitney Knox Lee Host of the Impostrix Podcast, Bloopers, Learnings and Newsletters Whitney Knox Lee, Esq. is a Civil Rights attorney and Fellow Podcaster starting her new podcast! Whitney is a listener of the How To Podcast Series, it is great to get her insight on the show and her suggestion for a newsletter was great! We talk podcasting bloopers, lessons learned and tools that she uses to get her podcast out into the world! Connect with Whitney: Instagram: @impostrixpodcast Website: http://www.impostrixpodcast.com/ Twitter: @impostrixpod Tiktok: @whitneyknoxlee LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-knox-lee/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 19, 2023
E106 - How to understand podcast stats - Your Listening Habits Can Shed Some Light on This How to understand podcast stats It’s always nice to look at the numbers to see how your podcast is doing. But, podcast statistics can be confusing and complex. Here are some details about how the different figures work, and how to read them. Let’s get this out of the way first. A download is just a download of an episode. A stream doesn’t exist in podcasting. A listen , or a play , is when we know a human being has pressed the play button. Total audience numbers cannot be accurately worked out from downloads. In podcast analytics, no audio ever “streams”: the audio is always downloaded. In this article, we use the word “stream” to convey the action of pressing play on a podcast you’ve not downloaded yet. To a podcast hosting company, that looks the same as a download: because it technically is. Audio can be automatically downloaded to your phone, in case you want to hear it later. Or, audio can be downloaded when a listener wants to hear it - a “user-initiated download”. Your podcast hosting company doesn’t know if it’s an automatic download or a user-initiated download. It just knows it’s a download. No podcast hosting company knows whether a piece of audio has ever been listened-to (a “listen” or a “play”). It can only ever know it’s been downloaded. (Podcast apps do know: but most don’t share that data). And, of course, if an episode has had 2,000 downloads, that doesn’t mean it has 2,000 listeners. Automated downloads mean a podcast may be downloaded, but never listened-to. Or it might have been downloaded twice by someone. 13% of podcast downloads are never listened to. https://podnews.net/article/understanding-podcast-statistics ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Tue, July 18, 2023
Question from Jen Mac - Thoughts on Niching Down, Narrowing Your Focus and How to do this - The Daily Dave Thanks Jen Mac for your question! Appreciate your contribution to the podcast! Please be sure to tell us about your show so that we can tell our audience about your podcast as well! What does ‘niching down’ mean? Niching down means identifying a smaller segment of your audience to target, so you can deliver a more specific and tailored offering that speaks to them directly, as opposed to a general offer that reaches a larger audience. When approaching the topic of niching down, many podcasters worry that by alienating a large group of listeners. But actually, the opposite is true – instead of just using a blanket approach to a large group of listeners, when you determine your niche, you increase your engagement with your community. Instead of trying to solve everything for everyone, niching down enables businesses to focus on the content that their listeners really need. It also offers the opportunity to really hone your expertise in a specific area and become the go to podcast for your niche, which can benefit your community in the long term. https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 17, 2023
E105 - Mark Gordon - Coaching and Podcasting, YouTube Premieres, Streamyard and Overcoming Mic Fright https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Fri, July 14, 2023
Leverage Word of Mouth Advertising for Your Podcast by Guesting and How to be a Great Guest - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Back with another Daily Dave! Word of mouth is directly responsible for 19 percent of all purchases, and influences as much as 90 percent. Every human on Earth relies on word of mouth to make buying decisions. Yet even today, fewer than one percent of companies have an actual strategy for generating these crucial customer conversations. The key to activating customer chatter is the realization that same is lame. Nobody says "Let me tell you about this perfectly adequate experience I had last night." The strategic, operational differentiator is what gives customers something to tell a story about. Podcasters must dare to be different and exceed expectations in one or more palpable ways. That's when word of mouth becomes involuntary: The customers of these businesses simply must tell someone else. Let your podcast be the topic of discussion when you are not even in the room! Get the power of Word of Mouth Marketing working for you to grow your show! Recommended: Talk Triggers: The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word-of-Mouth Amazon Canada Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3Ngxqbr Amazon US Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/42RNAxt ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 12, 2023
E104 - Show Me The Money - How to Make Money with very few listeners Podcasting has become immensely popular in the last decade, and with podcast listeners being the fastest growing media audience , you know there’s a ton of potential fans for your show. But even if you have a great idea for a new podcast and a knack for building engaged, online audiences—how do you make money podcasting? Streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts pay out for streams, but the payout tends to be very low. Podcast sponsorships are one way, but for new podcasts, the likelihood of finding a high-paying sponsorship is slim unless you’re already a well-established figure. Traditional sponsorships tend to be out of reach for new podcasters because businesses are less willing to risk investing in a podcast without an established audience. So is it even possible for new podcasts to make money? The answer is yes. By setting up a few automated revenue streams, new podcasters can accrue passive income that grows alongside their audience, giving them time back to focus on podcasting. Affiliate marketing is a performance-based form of marketing where a business offers rewards to affiliates who are able to successfully bring customers to them. Affiliate marketing is a great way for any creator to monetize their content. In affiliate programs, businesses only payout after customers complete an agreed-upon action. Usually this action is making a purchase, but some affiliate programs may payout for email signups, page clicks, downloads, or content engagement. Best affiliate programs for podcasters Amazon Associates . Amazon’s affiliate program is one of the largest in the world. With millions of unique products and retailers, it’s easier to find products that are relevant to your audience. Skillshare Affiliates . Skillshare is a learning community with thousands of online courses and videos covering a wide variety of topics. Skillshare’s affiliate program allows you to direct audience members to any online course, making it easy to find one that’s specific to your target market . Sell custom merchandise to fans Give your fans the opportunity to show their support for your podcast by selling custom merchandise like t-shirts, stickers,
Bonus · Mon, July 10, 2023
Goodbye to Podpage - The Free Plan is Over, What Now, PodcastForFree.com will show you the way So, a resource that I once promoted as a great free option is no longer free as of August 1 2023 - so time to pivot away from Podpage. For those of you that have followed my advice in the past around using Podpage, I wanted to give you my alternative going forward. I am setting up PodcastForFree.com which will give you a list of the free tools that you can use as a podcaster to start your show! From hosting, to websites, to tools like Pod.link (my Podpage replacement suggestion) to free editing via Audacity - you do not need to pay for tools to start a podcast - you can do this for free and I want to help you with the tools that I use everyday to create my shows! Why is this changing? Podpage’s free plan allowed podcasters to create publicly accessible podcast websites so they could try our service. Unfortunately, a lot of non-podcasters abused it and posted illegal or stolen content on the free sites. The good news is that a very small percentage of podcasters use the free plan as their official podcast website. Most upgrade to the Basic or Pro plan, so this change won’t impact too many legitimate websites. However, I know there are some of you who rely on Podpage Free for your official site, and I’m very sorry about this change. To make it easier, we are offering discounts on upgrading before August 1. How do I upgrade and keep my site? If you’d like to continue your service with Podpage , go to https://podpage.com/upgrade/ . There are currently two plans available, and here’s how to save money on each: Basic: Use coupon FREEUP10 to save $10 ($10 off your first month or first year) Pro: Use coupon FREEUP20 to save $20 on Pro ($20 off your first month or first year) These coupons are only valid until August 1, 2023. What happens if I don’t upgrade? All your data will still be safe and accessible through the Podpage dashboard, but your website will “Expire”, which means anyone who visits it will see an “Expired” screen. At any point, you can upgrade and turn it back on. https://podcastforfree.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 10, 2023
E103 - Five tips for creating artwork for your podcast episodes - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series Here are a few tips for creating artwork for your podcast episodes: Choose a consistent theme: It's important to have a consistent theme for your podcast artwork so that it is easily recognizable to your audience. This could include a consistent color scheme, font, or style. Make it visually appealing: Your podcast artwork should be visually appealing and eye-catching to help it stand out in a crowded marketplace. Use high-quality images and graphics and be mindful of how it will look at different sizes and resolutions. Keep it simple: It's generally best to keep your podcast artwork simple and uncluttered. Too much text or too many images can make it difficult to read or understand. Use the right dimensions: Make sure that your artwork is the correct dimensions for the platform you are using. Different platforms have different requirements for artwork size, so be sure to check the guidelines before creating your artwork. Use high-quality images: Using high-quality images in your artwork will help it look professional and polished. Avoid using low-resolution or pixelated images as they will not look good when displayed at larger sizes. Overall, it's important to create artwork that is visually appealing, consistent with your brand, and meets the requirements of the platform you are using.
Fri, July 07, 2023
EPISODE 102 - Audio Editing for Your Intro and Outro and Some Thoughts on Music In Your Podcast This episode focuses on your intro/outro with an example of a frequently used intro compared to a more impactful We also look at music options for your show, licensing considerations when you buy online music via a monthly subscription and my preferred method to having the rights to music used in my podcast All of my episodes across 7 podcasts have been recorded and edited with Audacity! Audacity is a free, easy-to-use, multi-track audio editor and recorder for Windows, macOS, GNU/Linux and other operating systems. The interface is translated into many languages. https://www.audacityteam.org/ The intent for this episode is to give you the knowledge to approach an editor with what YOU want in your podcast - if you need an editor, I have a few spots available and would love to talk over your needs - reach me at the links below! ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - http://podcastfeedback.ca/
Fri, July 07, 2023
E115 - The Best Free Resource for Your Podcast is listening to your show - Your Audience As a podcaster, engaging your audience and seeking their support can play a crucial role in maintaining and contributing to the creation and ongoing production of your podcast. Here are some ways your podcast audience can help: Listener Feedback: Encourage your audience to provide feedback, comments, and suggestions. This input can offer valuable insights into what they enjoy and what can be improved, helping you refine your content. Reviews and Ratings: Ask your listeners to leave reviews and ratings on podcast platforms like Apple Podcasts. Positive reviews can attract new listeners, and higher ratings can improve your podcast's visibility in search results. Social Media Engagement: Build an active presence on social media and encourage your audience to share your episodes, tag friends, and interact with your posts. This word-of-mouth promotion can expand your reach. Subscriber Growth: Encourage listeners to subscribe to your podcast. Subscribers are more likely to receive notifications of new episodes and stay engaged with your content. Crowdfunding and Donations: Set up crowdfunding campaigns or provide a way for your audience to make voluntary donations to support your podcast financially. Platforms like Patreon can be useful for this purpose. Participation in Q&A Episodes: Host Q&A episodes where you answer questions from your audience. Engaging with your listeners directly helps foster a sense of community and connection. Guest Recommendations: Encourage your audience to suggest potential guests or topics for future episodes. This can help you cater to their interests and expand your network of experts. Sharing Personal Stories: Invite your audience to share personal stories or experiences related to your podcast's theme. These stories can add depth and authenticity to your content. Spreading the Message: If your podcast focuses on a particular cause or mission, encourage your listeners to spread the message to raise awareness and effect positive change. Encourage Reviews of Products/Services: If you promote eco-friendly products or services on your podcast, ask your audience to leave reviews if they try them out. Positive reviews can support those businesses and reinforce your credibility. By involving your audience in various aspects of your podcast, you can foster a strong community, gain valuable support, and create content that resonates with your listeners. Remember to express gratitude and acknowledge their contributions to keep them engaged and motivated to support your podcast's ongoing success. https
Bonus · Thu, July 06, 2023
Instagram Releases Threads - 4 Advantages and Disadvantages With New Social Media Platforms - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Threads, the new Twitter competitor launched by Matt, is a text-based conversation app released by Instagram. It allows users to share photos and videos while primarily focusing on text-based interactions. The app enables users to follow others and participate in public conversations. The social feed displays posts from followed accounts and recommended content. Posts can include up to 500 characters, links, photos, and videos up to five minutes long. Users can log in with their Instagram account on iPhone and Android devices, search for and follow other users, and customize their profile. The app offers features such as liking, commenting, sharing, and sending posts as tweets or messages. Integration with Instagram allows for seamless sharing between the two platforms. Advantages of Adopting a New Social Media Platform: Increased Reach: Joining a new social media platform allows you to expand your audience and reach new users who may not be active on your current platforms. Early Adopter Advantage: Being an early adopter of a new platform can give you a competitive advantage and help you establish a presence before the platform becomes crowded. Unique Features: New social media platforms often come with unique features and functionalities that can enhance your content creation and engagement with your audience. Tailored Content: Each social media platform has its own culture and user expectations. Adopting a new platform gives you an opportunity to create content specifically tailored to that platform's audience. Disadvantages of Adopting a New Social Media Platform: Limited User Base: New social media platforms may have a smaller user base compared to established platforms, which can limit your reach initially. Uncertain Future: The success and longevity of a new platform are uncertain. It's possible that the platform may not gain traction or could be shut down in the future, resulting in wasted time and effort. Divided Audience: Managing multiple social media platforms can be time-consuming and may result in a divided audience that follows you on different platforms, making it challenging to maintain consistent engagement. Learning Curve: Adopting a new platform requires time and effort to understand its features, user interface, and best practices, which can be a challenge if you're already managing other social media accounts. While adopting a new social media platform like Threads can offer advantages such as increased reach, early adopter advantage, unique features, and tailored content, there are also potential disadvantages such as a limited user base, an uncertain future, a divided audience, and a learning curve. As with any decision to adopt a n
Wed, July 05, 2023
E101 - CO-HOST - Victoria Cuore - Leveraging Podcasting to Support a Charity, Social Media Promo and Community Building Victoria joins in as Co-host to talk about how she has grown her community and her charity with her podcast. Great tips on Social Media Engagement, community building tips and how podcasting can change the world https://acontagioussmile.com/ https://www.instagram.com/acontagioussmile ___ https//howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 03, 2023
E100 - Looking Back and Ahead As We Celebrate the Amazing Guests and Listeners of the How To Podcast Series If you have been here for 100 episodes or if this your very first time here, welcome to our 100th episode of the How to Podcast Series! At the time of recording, our little podcast has now surpassed 45,000 combined listens over the past 100 episodes - I can't believe it, really! The list of countries joining the How to Podcast Series Family continues to grow! Thank you! We love to see that this podcast is connecting with you, what has meant the most is speaking to you, the listener - jumping on a zoom call, trading Speak Pipe messages back and forth and spending time together planning out the next steps for your show! Our weekly Zoom Rooms brings Podcasters together from around the globe, It is great to see you connecting with other fellow listeners! We want to remind you about our Podcast Feedback Offer - get a review of your show and give back to the charity of your choice! If you need help with your podcast editing, website design, YouTube Channel, Artwork, Social Media, Show details and more, reach out and let's get together to answer your questions! Be sure to check out our new survey on our website! We want to hear from you! Thanks for all your support - here is to the next 100! Dave https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, June 30, 2023
E99 - My Message to Radio Hosts About Podcasting In The Light of Recent Media Layoffs in Canada http://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, June 28, 2023
E98 - How We Can Help Every Podcaster With One Easy Step - Finding New Listeners http://howtopodcast.ca/
S97 Enull · Mon, June 26, 2023
E97 - CO-HOST - Dr. Lj Johnson - Balancing Life and Podcasting, Growing Your Audience, Being Authentic Dr. Lj Johnson is the host of The Wholistic Endo Expert, hosted by Dr. Lj Johnson, is the ultimate combination of all things endometriosis and women's health. After waiting 16 years for a diagnosis she knows firsthand how frustrating it can be to deal with all the misinformation online and the medical gaslighting which plagues our endo community. This podcast will help take the weight off your shoulders by providing you with practical holistic options so that you can get back in the driver's seat of your health! The Wholistic Endo Expert, hosted by Dr. Lj Johnson, IHP. AFDNP. IIN, CHEK is the ultimate combination of all things endometriosis and women's health. After waiting 16 years for a diagnosis she knows firsthand how frustrating it can be to deal with all the misinformation online and the medical gaslighting which plagues our endo community. This podcast will help take the weight off your shoulders by providing you with practical holistic options so that you can get back in the driver's seat of your health! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wholisticendoexpert/support https://www.ljspowerhouse.org/
Fri, June 23, 2023
E96 - Battling the Fear of Failing At Our First Attempt As Podcasters Define Failure: Failure can be subjective and has different interpretations for each person. Generally, it refers to not meeting a desired outcome or falling short of expectations. In the context of podcasting, failure could mean not achieving the expected listener numbers, lacking engagement, receiving negative feedback, or discontinuing the podcast prematurely. Examples of Failure: a) Low listener numbers b) Lack of engagement c) Premature discontinuation To combat the fear of failing at the first attempt, podcasters can take the following steps: Set realistic expectations and understand that success may take time. Focus on continuous learning and improvement rather than striving for perfection. Seek feedback from listeners and use it constructively to refine the podcast. Surround yourself with a supportive community of fellow podcasters who can provide guidance and encouragement. In summary, failure in podcasting can be defined as not meeting desired outcomes, such as low listener numbers, lack of engagement, or discontinuation. The fear of failure often revolves around the fear of not succeeding with the first attempt. However, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, realizing that many successful podcasters experienced setbacks, and focusing on growth and iteration can help overcome this fear and pave the way for long-term podcasting success.
Bonus · Wed, June 21, 2023
How To Podcast Video Series - Setting Up Your YouTube Podcast Required to follow along - a YouTube Channel - a complete MP3 Audio version of your podcast - a YouTube Thumbnail (1280x720) image for your episode - use Canva to create it - a Square (1280x1280) Podcast image Featured here Canva.com https://www.oneimagevideo.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - http://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - http://podcastfeedback.ca/ https://youtu.be/eo-_WLN-lIM
Wed, June 21, 2023
EPISODE 95 - How to Listen To A Podcast - The Shareable Episode A podcast is a series of spoken word, audio episodes, all focused on a particular topic or theme, like cycling or startups. You can "Subscribe" to or "Follow" the show with an app on your phone and listen to episodes whenever you like on your headphones, in the car or through speakers. If you want, you can download an episode onto your phone and listen later without being connected to the internet or by using up your data plan. You can easily search for a podcast topic of your choice via a podcast app. This episode is designed for you to share with someone interested in podcasts but they do not know where to start! If you are new to podcasts, and you are looking for more information on podcasts, please reach out and I would love to answer those questions with you! Dave ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - http://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave
Mon, June 19, 2023
E94 - Eight Examples of Bad Advice Often Shared With New Podcasters While there is plenty of helpful advice available to new podcasters, there are also some instances of bad advice that can lead them astray. Here are a few examples of bad advice given to new podcasters: "Facebook (social media) is the best place to build community for your Podcast" "Quantity over quality: Release as many episodes as possible." "Don't worry about promoting your podcast." "Don't worry about your podcast's niche; cover a wide range of topics." "You don't need good equipment; your smartphone microphone is enough." "Lengthy episodes are always better." "Don't worry about analytics; just focus on creating content." "Don't put the name of your guest in the title of your podcast" Remember that podcasting advice should be evaluated critically, considering the context of your specific podcast and audience. It's crucial to seek guidance from experienced podcasters, industry professionals, and reliable sources to make informed decisions that align with your podcasting goals and aspirations. http://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, June 16, 2023
E93 - The Three Pillars to a Strong Podcast Presence - Audio, Video and Written Word As a podcaster, being active in three different mediums—audio, video, and written word—can significantly benefit your content creation, audience engagement, and overall reach. Here's an elaboration on each medium along with examples and reasons why it's important to be active in all three instances: Audio: Audio is the primary medium for podcasting, and it allows you to create immersive and engaging content through spoken word. By focusing on high-quality audio production, you can captivate your listeners and deliver valuable information, stories, and conversations. Here are some examples of being active in the audio medium: Publishing regular podcast episodes with well-crafted content and professional audio quality. Incorporating diverse formats, such as interviews, solo episodes, panel discussions, or storytelling. Experimenting with different styles, like narrative-driven episodes, educational deep-dives, or entertaining conversations. Leveraging your podcast's audio content for promotional clips or teasers on social media platforms. Why it's important: Audio is the core medium for podcasts, and investing in audio production ensures a compelling and enjoyable listening experience for your audience. Video: Video content offers visual engagement and complements your podcast's audio with a visual component. It provides an opportunity to expand your audience and engage with them in a different way. Here are some examples of being active in the video medium: Recording video versions of your podcast episodes, either as full-length videos or highlight clips. Livestreaming podcast recordings or hosting live Q&A sessions with your audience. Creating supplementary video content, such as behind-the-scenes footage, tutorials, or vlogs related to your podcast's topic. Sharing video snippets on social media platforms to promote your podcast and spark interest. Why it's important: Video content allows you to connect with a broader audience, enhance engagement, and leverage platforms like YouTube and social media for additional exposure. Written Word: While podcasting primarily relies on audio, incorporating the written word can amplify your reach, improve discoverability, and provide additional context and resources for your audience. Here are some examples of being active in the written word medium: Writing detailed show notes for each episode, including summaries, timestamps, guest information, and resource links. Creating blog posts or articles based on podcast episodes, expanding on the topics discussed or offering additional insights. Publishing transcripts of your episodes to improve accessibility, SEO, and provide altern
Wed, June 14, 2023
E92 - Ten Things to Include in Your Podcast Show Notes to Help You to be Found Online When writing show notes for your podcast, there are several key elements and best practices to keep in mind. Show notes are a valuable tool for engaging your audience, providing additional information about your episodes, and improving your podcast's discoverability. Here are some essential elements and best practices for writing effective show notes: Episode Summary: Begin with a concise summary or overview of the episode's content. This should be a brief, attention-grabbing description that entices listeners to engage with the episode. Timestamps: Include timestamps for different segments or topics discussed during the episode. This allows listeners to easily navigate to specific sections they're interested in. Timestamps can be especially helpful for longer episodes or when covering multiple topics. Guest Information: If you have guest speakers on your podcast, provide a short introduction or bio for each guest. Mention their expertise, achievements, or any relevant background information. This helps establish credibility and gives listeners context about the guests' contributions. Resources and Links: Include any resources, articles, books, or websites mentioned in the episode. Hyperlink these resources whenever possible, making it easy for your audience to access them directly. This adds value to your show notes and enhances the learning experience for your listeners. Call-to-Action (CTA): Include a clear call-to-action at the end of your show notes. This could be a request to subscribe to your podcast, leave a review, follow you on social media, or join a newsletter. A well-placed CTA can help you grow your audience and build a community around your podcast. Keywords and SEO Optimization: Incorporate relevant keywords and phrases throughout your show notes. This can improve your podcast's search engine optimization (SEO) and increase its discoverability. Think about the words and phrases your target audience might use to search for content related to your episode. Formatting and Readability: Make your show notes easy to read and scan. Use subheadings, bullet points, or numbered lists to break up the text and make it more digestible. Consider using bold or italic formatting to highlight important information. Keep the paragraphs concise and organized. Branding and Consistency: Maintain consistency in your show notes' formatting and style to align with your podcast's brand. Use your podcast's logo, colors, or typography to create a cohesive visual experience. Consistency helps build brand recognition and reinforces your podcast's identity. Episode Transcript: Consider providing a full or partial transcript of your episode alongside the show notes. Transcripts can ma
Mon, June 12, 2023
E91 - CO-HOST - Tom Sanderson - Host of Tom Meets Interesting People, Starting Your Podcast, Get Organized and We Need More Podcasters The Podcast Tom Meets Interesting People delves deep into the projects and processes of anyone from voice actors to nuclear engineers. Each week, I will interview a different interesting person and help them share their story, discuss the challenges they have faced along the way, and look at the tools and techniques they have used to do what they do. In the process, I aim to help you understand what they do and why they do it. I aim to interview guests with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and knowledge. So far, I have met AI creators, hostages, and Twitch streamers. Each interview ends with a questionnaire, and in that, my guest only gets one swear word with Tom. The Host Originally from Manchester, England, Tom Sanderson is the host of Tom Meets Interesting People, the podcast you go to if you want to know how someone does what they do. In each episode, a new guest, from voice actors to nuclear engineers, shows up to tell Tom how they do what they do. We discuss the processes behind their work, reflect on the outcomes, and work together to give our audience a better understanding of their processes. Tom Meets Interesting People is in the Goodpods top 100 indie documentary chart. Before that, Tom earned his undergraduate degree in psychology from the University of Northampton and is currently exploring postgraduate options. His dissertation explored how we form and maintain friendships in shared experiences, and this research was a UON Psychology Conference award winner in 2022. Prior to this, Tom worked in the care industry but now spends his time running Tom Sanderson Tutoring, a business that specializes in providing education options for students who are unable to enter mainstream education. https://tommeetsinterestingpeople.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, June 09, 2023
E90 - CO- HOST - Rachel Abdy - A Conversation With a Listener, How Podcasting Can Be More Than Just a Way to Make Money What a joy to have a conversation with a listener of the How to Podcast Series! Rachel has been following the show and I had the opportunity to speak with her and hear what has served her and what else she is looking for from the show! Rachel has her own show - Aussie eCommerce Mum: A Diary I am bootstrapping from the ground up, two Shopify stores, using Facebook / Instagram advertising amongst other common-sense marketing strategies. This diary-type podcast shares my real-time challenges in growing a small product business as things happen in real time, because we often feel less alone in our business journey when sharing the challenges with someone else. Maybe you import products, or are a handmade business, I do both! Discover motivation together from my kitchen table in Adelaide Australia. Brought to you by one of my Shopify stores: www.theturtlejournal.com.au How to Podcast Family, please check out Rachel's podcast and leave her a review or send her a message of encouragement as a new podcaster! https://rephonic.com/podcasts/aussie-ecommerce-mum-a-diary https://theturtlejournal.com.au/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, June 07, 2023
E89 - Six warnings for new podcasters about obsessing over stats As a new podcaster, it's natural to be curious about your podcast's performance and how it's resonating with your audience. While keeping an eye on your podcast's statistics can provide valuable insights, it's important not to become too obsessed with them. Here are some warnings to keep in mind: Don't let stats define your worth: It's easy to get caught up in the numbers and let them dictate your self-worth as a podcaster. Remember that your value goes beyond the download numbers or listener count. Focus on creating content that you're proud of and that resonates with your audience. Stats take time to build: Building a podcast audience takes time and consistency. It's not uncommon for new podcasts to have smaller listener numbers initially. Avoid comparing yourself to established podcasts and give yourself time to grow organically. Numbers can be misleading: Statistics can provide a general overview of your podcast's performance, but they don't tell the whole story. Downloads and listens are just one aspect of engagement. Your podcast may have a smaller but highly engaged audience that actively interacts with your content, which is more valuable than passive listeners. Quality over quantity: While it's important to track your podcast's growth, focusing solely on increasing numbers can lead to a decline in the quality of your content. Prioritize creating episodes that are informative, entertaining, and valuable to your listeners. Ultimately, content quality will play a significant role in attracting and retaining your audience. Enjoy the process: Podcasting should be enjoyable and fulfilling for you as a creator. Don't let the obsession with stats overshadow the joy of creating and sharing your passion. Remember why you started podcasting in the first place and focus on the journey rather than fixating on the destination. Use stats as learning opportunities: Instead of obsessing over stats, view them as tools for improvement. Analyze the data to identify patterns, understand what content resonates with your audience, and make informed decisions based on that feedback. Continuous improvement is essential, but it should be driven by a genuine desire to deliver value rather than chasing arbitrary numbers. Remember, building a successful podcast takes time, dedication, and a focus on creating meaningful content. While it's essential to keep track of your podcast's performance, try not to let statistics consume you. Stay focused on your vision, engage with your audience, and enjoy the process of podcasting. https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, June 05, 2023
E88 - CO-HOST - Irene Gabelnick - Have You Ever Wanted to be a Guest on a Podcast - We have the perfect Guide for You Getting media interviews is one of the FASTEST and easiest ways to Build Your Brand & Create a Massive Impact. Gain Influence as thee Go-to Expert and Become A Leader in Your Industry. Imagine what getting National Publicity can do for your business... What would your life be like, if suddenly you went from best-kept secret to well known Author, and an Authority and Leader in your industry? Hi, I'm Irene, after 22 years (now 27) of working in sales and marketing (from being a Marketing Consultant at the #1 Hit Music Station *my real-life Mad Men days* to 9 years as a successful Realtor with one of the top Real Estate Firms)... ...I knew there was more that I was meant to do with my life. That's what Podcast Power is all about. It's about creating the lifestyle you've always dreamed of... Whether you've never been interviewed in the media before or you're a seasoned pro, this system can work for you. That's why I'm sharing my *best* secrets for landing media interviews fast . So you can make the most out of your life... Getting interviewed on Podcasts is one of the BEST ways to build your email list (as they say, "The money's in your email list"). You can easily land new high-paying clients, drive massive traffic to your website, to promote your books, sell-out your courses, fill your Masterminds, and sell your high-ticket services. You see, once I started getting interviewed as the go-to expert and leading authority (even with my side hustles) it became easy to get booked on more and more shows. I was getting booked on big shows up to 6 months in advance. Then people started reaching out to me, asking me to be a guest on their shows. Then you will be able to pick and choose, which shows you want to be featured on, which clients you want to work with and have more control over your time. https://www.irenegabelnick.com/how-to-get-free-media-publicity/ ____ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 31, 2023
E87 - A New Podcast Network Idea to Help You Start Your Podcast and Conquer Podfade Hey, I am toying with the idea of creating a podcast network for new podcasters to help you get past the 7 to 10 hump where many new podcasters seem to walk away from their new show or podcasting altogether. Here are the early plans, by joining our podcast network, I will work with you in setting up your podcast by - guiding you through recording your early episodes - help you with naming your show and your episodes to be SEO friendly - set up your Podcast Website via your own domain or with your RSS Feed - help answer your tech and recording questions - get you set up to hit record - expose your new podcast to my network of 7 shows with over 65,000 active listens, and 600 episodes in 193 countries - a private networking opportunity with other podcasters just like you on the network via zoom - one on one coaching - all for a nominal fee to keep you committed to growing your show My question for you in the early stages of planning this is what am I missing? What else are you looking for? Head over to HowToPodcast.ca and leave me an email or voice message and let me know what is missing and if you are interested in this new opportunity Thanks, now go podcast! http://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 29, 2023
E86 - Six Items That You Should Consider Getting When Starting Your Podcast - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series Here is a list of basic gear that you'll need to record a podcast: A usb microphone: A good quality usb microphone is essential for producing high-quality audio. There are many different types of microphones to choose from, including dynamic microphones, condenser microphones, and USB microphones. Headphones: Wired Headphones are essential for monitoring your audio during recording and editing. Choose a pair that is comfortable and has good sound quality. A recording device : You'll need a device to capture your audio, such as a computer with recording software or a digital recorder. I use a Windows PC and the free Digital Audio Workstation (D.A.W.) Audacity. A pop filter: A pop filter is a device that attaches to your microphone and helps to reduce popping sounds caused by hard consonants , such as "p" and "b." This can help improve the overall audio quality of your podcast. A microphone stand: A microphone stand can help to position your microphone at the right height and distance from your mouth. I like the standard on stage mic stand that you will see at any concert. I personally do not like to have my microphone stand bolted to my desk - I prefer a stand alone mic stand for my set up. Cables: You'll need cables to connect your microphone to your recording device if you choose to not use a usb mic. This is the basic gear that you'll need to get started with recording a podcast. You may want to consider adding additional equipment, such as a mixer or additional microphones, as your podcast grows. http://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sat, May 27, 2023
Buzzsprout Announces Cohost AI for Episode Titles, Show Notes, Chapter Markers and Transcripts - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Buzzsprout Cohost AI Get episode titles suggestions, show notes, chapter markers, and a transcript every time you upload an episode. Episode Titles Title suggestions to assist you in crafting the perfect episode title. Choose from several titles with a single click and customize to your liking Show Notes Cohost analyzes your audio and delivers an accurate episode summary. Review and edit show notes with several paragraphs of accurate text Chapter Markers Cohost finds the most suitable positions for episode chapter markers. Publish chapter markers as-is or adjust the timing and titles as needed Transcript Get a complete transcript of each new episode to include with your podcast. Episode transcript is available for you to review and download if you want to use elsewhere https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1855306 ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - http://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - http://podcastfeedback.ca/
Fri, May 26, 2023
E85 - Top Ten To Dont's When Starting A Podcast - What To Avoid Doing When Starting Your Podcast Top Ten To Don'ts When Starting your Podcast Don't start a new podcast without planning and organization. Don't overlook the importance of good audio quality. Don't skip proper research on your topic and target audience. Don't neglect creating attractive branding and artwork. Don't forget to promote your episodes through various channels. Don't have an inconsistent release schedule that confuses your audience. Don't have poorly planned episodes with no clear structure. Don't ignore your audience's feedback and questions. Don't miss out on collaboration opportunities with other podcasters or experts. Don't give up too soon; stay committed to your podcast's growth. By avoiding these "don't" statements, you'll be able to steer clear of common pitfalls and increase your chances of launching a successful podcast. https://howtopodcast.ca/
S1 E84 · Wed, May 24, 2023
E84 - Creating a Great Recording Space For Your Podcast - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series Spend time at the beginning of your recordings to set yourself up for success. If you have someone editing your audio for you, you can make things easier for your editor by recording in a quiet space, free of distractions (pets, loud noises, your phone notifications for example). This episode has some practical recording tips for you as you record your show! If you need help editing your show, please reach out today! I can do this for you, let's have a conversation and see how I can support you and your podcast! https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 22, 2023
E83 - The Co-Host Conundrum - Navigating Roles and Responsibilities in Podcasting When planning a new podcast, it's important to have a clear discussion with your co-hosts and/or producer about a range of topics that will impact the success of your podcast. Here are some key things to discuss: Delegation of tasks : It's important to have a clear understanding of who will be responsible for what tasks related to the podcast. This might include research, booking guests, writing scripts, recording, editing, promoting on social media, and managing the website. Make sure everyone knows what is expected of them, and ensure that tasks are delegated based on individual strengths and skills. Monetization: Decide how you plan to make money from the podcast. Will you run ads? Will you offer sponsorships? Will you charge for premium content? Make sure everyone is on the same page regarding the monetization strategy, and discuss how any revenue will be split among the co-hosts. Splitting costs: Determine how you will split the costs of producing the podcast, including equipment, hosting fees, and any other expenses. Will everyone contribute an equal amount, or will costs be divided based on individual responsibilities? Social media: Discuss how you plan to promote the podcast on social media, and decide who will be responsible for creating and managing social media accounts. Consider creating a content calendar and scheduling posts in advance to ensure consistent promotion. Website: Determine who will be responsible for creating and managing the podcast's website. This might include designing the site, posting episodes, and managing any online communities related to the podcast. Editing: Decide who will be responsible for editing each episode, and discuss any specific editing requirements or styles that should be used. Consider using a shared cloud-based storage solution, like Dropbox, to keep audio files organized and accessible. Responsibilities for each co-host: Make sure everyone understands their individual responsibilities and commitments, including recording schedules, deadlines, and any other expectations. This will help ensure that everyone is on the same page and that the podcast runs smoothly. In summary, when planning a new podcast, it's crucial to have an open discussion with your co-hosts or producer about key topics such as task delegation, monetization, splitting costs, social media, website management, editing, and individual responsibilities. Having a clear understanding of each person's role and expectations can help ensure the success of your podcast. https://howtopod
Fri, May 19, 2023
E82 - Leveraging Toastmasters to Help New Podcasters and How To Stay Motivated with Guest CO-HOST - Debbie Williams My name is Debbie Williams, I have been a member of toastmasters since May 2017 and I enjoy the art of storytelling. The podcast came about due in part by others requesting that I start one, and the fact that my daughter bought me a microphone for my birthday in May 2020. I mean, it was lock-down, what else was I going to do! Stories have always been a way to communicate, and parables have always been used to help us understand real life. Before people learned how to write, they would tell each other stories, those stories were our history books. Sometimes we may underestimate the power we have with our speaking voice. We all have a story that somebody else wants to hear. We all have it within us to inform, educate, and inspire others. I’m known to frequent the gym, go for runs, swim, cycle and I’ve completed 12 spartan races to date. I’m also known for my banana cake and the fact that I’m not so great at making other flavours! Debbie Williams is the creator and host of the one-of-a-kind storytelling podcast featured. Created in 2020, each episode is designed to delve into stories from Debbie’s past in a unique way with real emotions and feelings. Delving into the latest big topics including mental health, BLM, and of course Covid-19. You’ll also get light relief with Debbie’s humour and wit which shines through the microphone as she transports you into a bit of escapism for around 10 mins, which let’s face it – we could all do with at times. We talk about how - Toastmasters helped Debbie go from nervous first-time Toastmaster attendee to leadership within the Toastmaster Community, - How to stay motivated as a podcaster - How to unlock the power of your own voice in sharing your story https://debbiewilliamspodcast.com/
Wed, May 17, 2023
E81 - Podcasting is Not Just For The Professionals, Having Fun With Your Podcast and Enjoying Your Podcast with Guest CO-HOST - Hannah Keefer
Bonus · Tue, May 16, 2023
You Have What You Need To Start A Podcast - Don't Over Spend When Starting Out - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips The Big Idea - Don't let technology and lack of finances stop you in your tracks when starting your show. Yes, you can always improve and upgrade - there are many companies and resources that will be perfectly happy to accept your money for new gear, resources, tools and advice - but don't fall into a money pit that you can't escape from when starting your show! I share how Aerosmith used a sugar packet to record the intro of Sweet Emotion, yes, a "free" package of sugar just lying around was the perfect tool required in the intro to this song. A free, again, free, package of sugar. Aerosmith had all the money to buy the perfect whatever for the intro to Sweet Emotion, but instead, they simply used what was at hand, in the moment and it was perfect. I would hazard to guess that you have everything you need to start, don't spend money you don't have - use what you have and grow from there! Here is a YouTube link to Aerosmith's Sweet Emotion, check out the very beginning - sugar packet for the win! If you need help with your podcast, reach out today at HowToPodcast.ca ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 15, 2023
E80 - Three Things to Consider When Searching for a Good Podcast Coach with Guest CO-HOST - Brett Hill - The Mindful Coach Association After graduating with a degree in interpersonal communication, he became a technology expert and has had a distinguished technical career. He presented at technical conferences worldwide for companies like Microsoft, authored books, and was awarded Microsoft’s distinguished “Most Valuable Professional” award for 9 years. Brett’s true passion through this time was not only “inner work.” but also teach teaching mindfulness and meditation in many forms. He studied Hakomi, a mindfulness-based somatic psychology, with founder Ron Kurtz and trained in group leadership under the guidance of Amina Knowlan, creator of Matrix Leadership. In addition, he taught beginning and advanced meditation for several years at the Lotus Center in Okla. City and established the Quest Institute meditation center in Dallas. He has a few meditations online and creates custom recordings for clients specifically for their needs. He credits much of his professional success in the corporate world to skills and tools learned from the accomplished teachers he sought out. “Mindfulness has helped in every aspect of my professional and personal life. I believe passionately that it’s the most important skill a person can develop as it can transform not only your life but the world.” After obtaining several coach certifications, he developed and teaches The Mindful Coach Method to help “bridge the gap” so coaches can experience and use coaching presence, coach-centered mindfulness, and the somatic techniques he has found so essential in his work, yet are often missing in coach training. Brett is on a mission in his work as a coach, teacher, speaker, and author to help people be more present and connected to their authentic voice, and the world itself. He specializes in mindful communications and coach training so we can connect authentically, speak truly, and listen deeply. What does the world need more than this? The Language of Mindfulness Podcast Interviews, ideas, and inspirations. So you can have amazing conversations, everyday. https://themindfulcoach.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, May 12, 2023
E79 - My Guest Interview on William McPherson's Rock Bottom Podcast - The Power of Podcasting to Share Your Story
Wed, May 10, 2023
E78 - CO-HOST - Cody Crabb - Embracing A.I., How Descript Software Can Help You Edit, Ideas For New Podcasters Guest Co-Host - Cody Crabb Human extraordinaire and content wizard from Salt Lake City. Cody is passionate about making awesome stuff! Whether it’s a YouTube channel, podcast, or both, his job is to help you tell your story. Cody shares an overview of Descript - a great tool for editing your podcast - please use Cody's link below to create a account and Cody will benefit from your sign up! Let's support Cody with this link! https://www.descript.com/?lmref=PB3u9Q Cody's YouTube Channel offers amazing tutorials and instruction for you and your podcasting education! Check out Cody and Johnny Flores new podcast - The Podcast Producer's Survival Handbook on Apple Podcasts What the what?! The first full episode of "The Podcast Producer's Survival Handbook" debuts next week. Cody Crabb and I hope our podcast helps our fellow podcast producers, editors, and audio engineers survive the freelance jungle. We'll take a look at how you find clients, manage your business, build lasting relationships with your clients, figure out your rates, avoid burning yourself out, and all of the other stuff no one ever talks about. First episode drops Wednesday, April 19th #freelance #podcastproduction #podcastproducer #podcasting https://crabb.media/ http://
Mon, May 08, 2023
E77 - Be Playful, Engaging With Your Community, Use A.I. as an Assistant and not as an Employee with Guest CO-HOST - Tamzin Hall In this episode we talk about adding play to your day - unlock your creativity by being more playful! We talk A.I. Tools https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Sun, May 07, 2023
Setting up Your Podcast on Your YouTube Channel and a Warning For Your Show Notes - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips The Daily Dave - Have you set up your podcast on YouTube yet? Need help? I can help you! My YouTube Podcast has landed on page one of Google Search for my show! You should be there. Here is a tip - set up your YouTube Channel under a new Gmail Account separate from your everyday email account - just in case - and beware! A bad link to a guest's website can get you in trouble - listen to what happened to me! I included a link to a guests website that was fine when the podcast was released and then months later, something happened to my guest's site - it was flagged and YouTube sent me a nasty warning that a bad link to an external site was a violation hit for my channel! So, instead of having the entire site address like - https://howtopodcast.ca/ in your show notes - you might want to future proof your notes with howtopodcast.ca instead. You have NO CONTROL over what happens to your guest's website, so if want to be safe, drop the clickable link and shorten it to avoid breaking a guideline for YouTube! If you need help with your podcast contact https://howtopodcast.ca/ - My website is safe, so all good here! See you there! #HowToPodcast #StartAPodcast #YouTubePodcast #Warning #WhatNotToDo
Fri, May 05, 2023
EPISODE 76 - Six Simple Tips When Dealing With A Hater - How To Overcome Negative Comments as a Podcaster As a new podcaster, dealing with haters can be tough. Here are some simple tips to keep in mind: Don't take negative comments personally. Try to learn from constructive feedback. Ignore or delete comments that are hateful or abusive. Respond kindly to negative comments that are not abusive. Focus on your supporters and the positive impact you are having. Take a break from social media if it gets overwhelming. Remember that haters are often a small group of people, so don't let their negativity discourage you from creating great content for your listeners. If YOU are looking for help in starting your new podcast, please check out our site - I would love to help you! Dave http://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, May 03, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Can I Change My Podcast Episode Title and What is a Bonus Episode Dual purpose episode - This is a bonus episode! Every Friday at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. eastern standard time we host the How To Podcast Zoom Room! Extend the conversation beyond the podcast, join in a growing community of podcasters just like you! Practical lessons, great conversation and a supportive group for all! The other reason for this episode beyond our Zoom Room is to talk about bonus episodes - what is a bonus episode? A bonus episode is extra content for your show (for example, behind-the-scenes information, commentary, or interviews with the cast or cross-promotional content for another show.) Outside of your regular episode releases where you enter the episode number into your hosting site as you upload your episode, a bonus episode lives outside your scheduled releases - be sure to select "bonus" when you upload your podcast to your hosting site! You can edit you podcast titles and description at any time and as often as you wish - no need to delete your episode, simply go in, update your titles, add more robust key words to your show notes/descriptions etc. Be sure to use key words or tags specific to your show in your hosting site if that option is available! Hope to see you at an upcoming zoom room! We would love to see you there! Dave https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 03, 2023
E75 - A Horrifying podcast, Clapper App, Ideas to Grow his Show via Events, and Interviews with Guest CO-HOST - Charlie Osborn In this episode: - Charlie shares behind the scenes info on Clapper - an app that has been around longer than you think - What to do and not do on Clapper - Adding Interviews to his narrative podcast - Interview tips - general suggestions for all new podcasters - Growing your audience by attending events where your ideal audience member would be in attendance Welcome to Conjuring Oddities, where we delve into the darkest corners of the human psyche and explore the macabre, the twisted, and the frightening. Every week, we bring you spine-chilling tales of horror and suspense that will leave you looking over your shoulder and questioning what's lurking in the shadows.Our stories are carefully selected to immerse you in a world of terror, from classic ghost stories to modern-day creepypastas. We pride ourselves on our ability to transport you to the edge of your seat and keep you there until the very end. So, whether you're a horror enthusiast or simply love a good scare, join us as we explore the depths of horror fiction and venture into the unknown. But be warned: once you enter our world of darkness, there's no going back. If you have any personal horror stories that you would like to share, please email them to charlie@conjuringoddities.com. Follow me on all of my socials for more content! ► My main site: https://www.conjuringoddities.com ► Instagram: https://instagram.com/conjuringodditiespro ► TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@conjuringodditiespro ► Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2191584004363272/ ► YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ConjuringOddities ► Clapper: https://clapperapp.com/driverpicksthemusic ____ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, May 01, 2023
I Googled Myself and Not One Mention of My Social Media Accounts - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Ok, so I did a Google Search on my Living The Next Chapter Podcast - it is a podcast that features authors, publishers and it is literally a joy to create! 16 months in we have over 200 episodes! Wow! I had a conversation with a pro-Facebook Podcaster that believes wholeheartedly that Facebook is the best tool to grow his show - it is working for him and I am so pleased to see that he has found his engaged audience and support him fully. I did ask though, is there SEO (Search Engine Optimization) for Facebook? If you Googled your Podcast would Google return any of your content from Facebook in the search results. He seemed stunned at that question as Facebook is the be all and end all for his podcast. I went to Google and did this very thing for my show, Living The Next Chapter and my assumptions were confirmed. I challenge you to test this for your podcast and share your results with me at http://howtopodcast.ca/ My top 6 results on page one of Google (the Holy Grail of Search Results is obviously page 1!!) were, - My Podcast on Apple - My Website (which I own) - My Podcast Channel on YouTube for my show - My Hosting Site for my podcast - Buzzsprout - My Podcast on Spotify - My Podcast on Podchaser Not a single mention of any of my social media accounts - none of my Facebook or Instagram ads resulted in being found on the biggest search engine in the world! None! I keep saying it, I am a podcaster that has social media assets, not a social media person with a podcast! Get a domain for your website! Be on both Apple and Android! Set up your YouTube Podcast today! These are all ways to be found. Facebook might be your audience today, Instagram might be your focus at the moment - BUT - Google is not bringing back those social platforms in search results, try it yourself and make the best decision for your podcast today! If you need help with any of this, le
Mon, May 01, 2023
E74 - Grow Your Audience, Monetization for a new show, interaction with listeners with Guest CO-HOST - Vanessa Y Rogers - Fabric of Folklore Podcast As an avid reader, and as a parent of little children, Vanessa Rogers found myself continuously checking out folktales from the library. We’d snuggle up together, crack open the book, and delight in discovering the creativity of a different culture through its folklore. My children and I found the folktales fascinating, but they always left me wanting more. I wanted to understand its origins and meaning. What was the story trying to tell us? Who were the people in the story? Were they based off true individuals, or were they entirely fictional? What was so important about this story that it survived oral tradition through the decades until it was transcribed into book form. Each story whether it be folktale, fairytale, myth or legend is like a mystery enclosed beneath the budding petals of a flower. I cannot wait to uncover the hidden depths of these stories and cultures, together, with you. https://fabricoffolklore.com/ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 28, 2023
E73 - Connecting Your Podcast to LinkedIn and How to be A Superhero with Guest FO-HOST RJ Redden - Your Super Human LinkedIn Guru You should connect your podcast to your LinkedIn Profile - build community and the perfect person to help us do this comes complete with a cape and goggles - this super human is here to guide you into community engagement on LinkedIn - the tour starts now! Unconventional Traction Strategist Consistently engage the right people without frantically posting or wasting time on lead generation that makes you hate yourself Entrepreneurs hire me to skyrocket their marketing message, because most are shouting into a black hole, or they're carbon copies of everyone else, and they can't get traction to save their lives. So I create epic engagement adventures that get people to click that button, connect with you, and convert like crazy. Bottom line, I'm on a mission to motivate a million people to change their marketing. Today, let's start with you. Talks about #outreach, #engagement, #entrepreneur, #chatbotmarketing, and #engagementmarketing https://www.blackbeltbots.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - http://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - http://podcastfeedback.ca/
Wed, April 26, 2023
E72 - Vocal Coach Lessons for Podcasters - Find, Protect and Share Your Voice with Guest CO-HOST Robert Lee Our topics today: - Finding Your Voice - Why we tend to hate the sound of our own voice - The Science behind our voice - Healthy Voice Care - Calming Your Nerves, Breathing and Balancing Your Voice - What to avoid to save your voice Our Guest - Robert Lee is a Voice Coach, Music Director, Community Builder, Entrepreneur I joined the school choir at the age of 5, and singing became part of my identity as I explored choral, jazz, and pop music. At age 16, I plunged into conducting the school choir to fill a leadership void, and have been teaching and leading ensembles ever since. I graduated from Brown University in 2017 and explored consulting, F&B operations, and tech, but was always singing, teaching, and directing music on the side. In 2019, I pivoted completely in pursuit of my passion full time - to spread the same joy and fulfillment that I’ve had in music. Today, I have a private voice studio teaching 1:1 and small group lessons. I also run a cappella programs to broaden access and build community. In 2020, based on philosophies developed through my lifetime in music, I created The Vocal Gym to deliver high-quality singing education in a way that is effective, accessible and fun. https://www.rleevoice.com/ ____ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, April 24, 2023
E71 - Grow Your Audience, Podcast Name and Titles, Finding and Being A Guest with Guest CO-HOST - Tyler Barker Host of Table For 2 Tyler Barker stops by to talk about his show and get some advice to help him grow his show! It is great to see younger people getting into podcasting! Tyler models his show after Jerry Seinfeld's Cars and Coffee Show - Tyler loves to meet new people and share their amazing stories In this episode we focus on - How to grow our audience - Guesting on podcasts - Getting great guests for our show - Making sure our podcast is searchable on Google - Updating our Episode Titles to catch the attention of potential new listeners open.spotify.com/show/2rupfpmd8npoOJS0Y9chd6?si=G7uzYyKzReCpRAC0waz8XA https://www.instagram.com/tyker1022/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 21, 2023
E70 - Women In Podcasting, Getting Started as a New Podcaster with Guest CO-HOST - Stephanie Wilson - What the Gerrymander Podcast Stephanie Wilson joins as our Co-Host to talk about - having a political themed podcast, - the tools that she uses in creating her podcast, - working with a Co-Host, - Women in Podcasting - Monetization About Stephanie's Show - What The Gerrymander? What the Gerrymander? hosted by Heidi Beidinger and HVA co-founder Stephanie Gerber Wilson, investigates what it takes to build political power in MAGA-captured areas. Together we’ll discover how we can win in parts of America dominated by MAGA and its adherents and what all of us can do to strengthen democracy. Our guests will be experts on MAGA, White Nationalism, gerrymandering, and voter suppression; current and former candidates in MAGA areas; and advocates working every day to loosen MAGA’s hold on America and build pro-democracy political power. Every episode will feature specific actions we can all take to retake our country. Hoosier Victory Alliance HVA's mission is to build political power in Indiana for pro-democracy candidates and policy to prevail against right wing efforts to create a dictatorship. Our programs include voter engagement, voter research, and funding for candidates statewide. Learn more and support us at www.hoosiervictoryalliance.org https://whatthegerrymander.podbean.com/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster
Bonus · Wed, April 19, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Silence is Golden - Don't Kill The Space, What Mozart Would Do if He Had A Podcast Don't remove all the silence between your words in your editing process - keep voices sounding natural, leave some of the silence and breaks in - otherwise your podcast will sound rushed and anxious. New A.I. Tools will automatically delete spaces within your recording and the finished edit will feel rushed. Silence is not the enemy! "The music is not in the notes, but in the silence between." Mozart #HowToPodcast #StartAPodcast #SilenceIsGolden #Mozart #PodcastTips #EditingYourPodcast http://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, April 17, 2023
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Get a Free Clickable Link To Your Podcast and Share It Pod.Link Pod.link FAQDoes it cost me anything to have my show on pod.link? No! Pod.link is made available to all podcasters at no charge. We invite podcasters to put the same creative energy into your pod.link page as you did when you dreamed up your podcast! A. Pod.link provides a singular page by which you can direct listeners directly to your show on their podcatcher of choice. In order for your show to appear on pod.link, it needs to be distributed and available on one or more of the major podcatchers (think: Spotify, Apple, Google), and/or have a fully functional and valid RSS feed. You can add a show by following either of the below steps Add by RSS feed: https://pod.link/id?href={feed_href} Begin your search with "index:" then type the name of the show: A. Once you’ve found your show on pod.link (or we’ve ingested it using the method above), you’ll need to claim your podcast. To do this, scroll to the bottom of the page and hit “Claim Podcast”: A new modal will pop up providing you a sneak peek of the email address associated with your RSS feed. You will need to input the email address exactly as it appears in your feed, then hit “Verify Ownership”. We’ll send an email with an email verification link, so keep a lookout in your inbox (and junk folder) in order to finalize your podcast claim. Pod.link checks your email address entry against the email address as it appears in your RSS feed. If your hosting platform gives you the option to hide your email address, you’ll first need to unhide your email address and wait ~15 minutes before attempting to claim your podcast again. We’ll pull the updated RSS feed and match the email address before sending a verification email. If you no longer have access to that email address, you’ll need to log into your hosting provider’s platform and update your RSS feed with the correct email address, then allow time for the RSS feed to update before attempting to claim your show again. We are unable to make any exceptions to feed verifications. Your podcast is the result of your hard work and dedication, so it’s important to ensure that you (and you alone) are able to claim your podcast. Just as Spotify and other major players require that you confirm you own your RSS feed, we do, too. Once confirmed, you’ll be able to claim and customize your pod.link page to make it your own–just as you’ve done with your show! Yes, absolutely! In the pod.link editor, you’ll be able to add your Google Analytics tracking ID. Absolutely! It’s your show, and who wants to share an alphanumeric URL anyway? Create a vanity URL in your pod.link editor. If you are receiving an error, that means someone else already has the URL you’ve selected, so try something else. I can’t find my podcast on po
Fri, April 14, 2023
E69 - Using A.I. to help your podcast, Podfest Global and Turning Your Podcast into a Book with Guest CO-HOST - April Bielefeldt Our Co-Host - Meet April: An Iowa girl who likes to eat, travel the back roads and chase the colors of the seasons! April has spent the last almost 30 years working with people, either in sales, customer service or helping them find that next award winning landscape image with their camera! Having spent her formative years in the Midwest she is close to the earth, its change of seasons and its honesty. April is an Award winning published Fine Art Photographer who also does some portrait and event work as well. Her passion is combining her love of landscape, people, food and photography- so why not join her on her next tour! In this episode we talk about: - April's takeaways from attending Podfest Global - Turning your podcast into a book - Think like a listener - Artificial Intelligent tools for Podcasters - Chat GPT - Canva's version of Chat GPT - https://www.swellai.com/ https://www.yourphototravelguide.com/ https://the-travelcollective.com/
Bonus · Wed, April 12, 2023
Being Quiet When Your Guest Speaks - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips To save time in editing, and, when you are hosting with a guest on your show, Stay quiet while your guests speak! It is so tempting to drop in simple phrases like “yes” and “right” and “okay” while your guests speak. Those are natural parts of language that we use without realizing, but they can distract your listeners. Yes, you can remove them during editing, but that’s a lot of unnecessary work. It’s easier to train yourself to limit interjections and allow your guest or co-host to complete their thought. Learning to be an active listener can translate beyond your podcast - you can be a better listener at work, in your home, with family and friends! When you have a guest on your show, it is about them! Let them talk. Be engaging without being in the way! If you need help with your podcast, if you are looking for an inclusive podcast community focused on you, if you are looking for a caring coach - not a snarky judge, head over to our site - we would love to connect with you today! Want the email version of the Daily Dave or more information on our regular zoom rooms for podcasters? Go now to... http://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Mon, April 10, 2023
Recording Space Set Up Tips - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Record in a small, quiet room Record episodes in the smallest and quietest room possible to reduce outside noise and echoes. Shut your windows and doors, turn off any machines or devices that make a constant noise, Put your pets somewhere they won’t disturb you for a couple hours. Fill your recording environment with soft items (couches, pillows, carpet, etc.) that absorb sound to muffle any errant noises. Put away your clickable pen Don't touch your microphone or stand The Daily Dave - podcasting tips to help you today! Have a tip - Share a tip! Go to our site and leave us a voice message via speak pipe and we will add your tip to an upcoming episode of the Daily Dave here on the How to Podcast Series! Would an email version of the Daily Dave serve you better? Reminder - join our Friday Zoom Rooms 10 am and 2 pm eastern standard time - meet other podcasters and build your connections and community by joining us each week! All the info and more - find it here! http://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 07, 2023
E67 - Podcasting with a Co-Host with Guest CO-HOSTS Alicia Disantis and Shaun Bernstein from Branding and the Beast Podcast Branding and the Beast is a podcast that talks about branding and storytelling through the power of words and images. A production of 38th and Kip Design and Branding and The Write Stuff Agency, we feature guests each episode that look at a different aspect of branding, and offer practical tips for businesses of all sizes. Topic for this episode: All things co-hosting - Sharing the workload - what happens when we start making money - doing a co-hosted podcast remotely - podcasting with a co-host in another country - how co-hosting can be a great way to start your podcast journey - sharing the expenses of podcasting - scheduling and recording with a co-host - branding your show - ask a short question and get out of the way https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/shaun-bernstein ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster
Fri, March 24, 2023
E66 - Bringing Your Skills to Podcasting, Community vs Audience, How to Be A Good Host with Guest CO-HOST Steven Murphy from The Nook Podcast Real Faith in Real Time. Because faith is messy and rarely symmetrical. Discussions about the real highs and lows of Christian faith. Guests and commentary. https://www.podpage.com/the-nook-podcast/ https://www.instagram.com/murphy24p/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster
Sat, March 18, 2023
E65 - Building Community with Fellow Podcasters and Content Creators - New Zoom Rooms and Clubhouse Dates Building a community with fellow podcasters and content creators can be a great way to grow your audience and create meaningful relationships in the industry. Here are some tips on how to do it: Join podcasting and content creator communities: Look for online groups or forums that are dedicated to podcasting and content creation. Joining these communities can help you connect with like-minded individuals and learn from their experiences. Attend conferences and events: Attend conferences and events related to podcasting and content creation. This is a great way to network with other creators and industry professionals. Collaborate on episodes: Collaborating with other podcasters can be a great way to reach new audiences and create engaging content. Look for opportunities to collaborate on episodes or series. Guest appearances: Offer to be a guest on other podcasts or invite other podcasters to be guests on your show. This can help you expand your audience and build relationships with other creators. Share and promote each other's content: Share and promote each other's content on social media and other platforms. This can help you reach new audiences and show support for your fellow creators. Remember that building a community takes time and effort. Be genuine and supportive, and focus on creating meaningful relationships with other creators. March and April Zoom Room Dates: Friday March 24th - 10 am & 2 pm est Friday April 7th - 10 am & 2 pm est Friday April 14th - 10 am & 2 pm est Friday April 21st - 10 am & 2 pm est Friday April 28th- 10 am & 2 pm est contact Dave on the website for the invite to the zoom room date of your choice! ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster
Bonus · Tue, March 07, 2023
BONUS - Dave's Review of My Time With Glory - a positive and effective journey in healing. Show Description Psycho-education in the healing of trauma, using mindfulness relaxation skills, re-parenting techniques, journaling, and positive self affirmations. Join Glory for a positive and effective journey in healing. Episode Description Psycho-education in the healing of trauma, using mindfulness relaxation skills, re-parenting techniques, journaling, and positive self affirmations. Join Glory for a positive and effective journey in healing. #podcast #wellness #mentalhealth #trauma #bpd #childabuse #ptsd Visit my page for free resources and FUN STUFF: https://www.patreon.com/GloryOfTheWEST MY PODCAST: https://anchor.fm/GloryMeTime My Shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/walktheearthart Recommended Reading: The Body Keeps The Score https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-body-keeps-the-score-bessel-van-der-kolk-md/1117229987?ean=9780143127741 Running On Empty https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/running-on-empty-jonice-webb/1118618633?ean=9781614482420 DBT Workbook https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-dialectical-behavior-therapy-skills-workbook-matthew-mckay-phd/1130060013?ean=9781684034581 ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
Sat, March 04, 2023
E64 - Rebranding Your Show, Women In Podcasting and Transcriptions with Guest CO-HOST Paulette Erato ¡No te quedas callada! Empowering & inspiring childfree Spanglish-speaking mujeres fuertes to find their confidence—su confianza—by overcoming the cultural roadblocks that can cause imposter syndrome. Paulette takes the co-hosting spot in this episode to share her thoughts on - Rebranding your show: Can you change your brand? - Communicating Change to your Audience - Women in Podcasting - Blogging vs Podcasting - Transcripts - are they a good idea for our podcast episodes? https://pauletteerato.com/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
S1 E63 · Sat, March 04, 2023
E63 - Audio vs Video Podcasting - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series Audio vs Video Podcasting - or both? There are a few key differences between audio and video podcasts: Production time: Video podcasts typically take longer to produce than audio podcasts because they involve creating and editing video content in addition to the audio. Equipment: Audio podcasts generally require less equipment than video podcasts. Audio podcasts can often be recorded using just a microphone and a computer, while video podcasts typically require a camera and lighting equipment in addition to audio recording equipment. Distribution: Audio podcasts are typically distributed through podcast directories like Apple Podcasts or Spotify, while video podcasts may also be distributed through platforms like YouTube or Vimeo. Engagement: Some people find it easier to engage with audio podcasts while doing other activities, such as driving or exercising, while video podcasts may require more attention and may be more suitable for watching at home or on a device with a larger screen. Monetization: There are many different ways to monetize podcasts, but video podcasts may have more opportunities for revenue through ads or sponsorships. Overall, the decision to produce an audio or video podcast will depend on your goals and resources. Both types of podcasts have their own unique benefits and can be effective ways to reach an audience. ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
Tue, February 28, 2023
E62 - A Listener Joins the show, Growing Your Audience, Finding a Mentor, Finding Guests with Guest CO-HOST - Lindsay Polic Lindsay stops by to talk podcasting - Lindsay is a listener of The How To Podcast Series - such a unique opportunity to speak with a listener and share our thoughts on the following topics: Lindsay mentioned her business and her podcast as well! The four pillars of human safety are: community; education and skills; environment; and well-being. Each pillar plays a huge role in our lives at home and at work, including the impact on work-life integration, how we consume and react to information, finding joy in our careers, and more. Lindsay Polic, the host, is a multi-passionate entrepreneur, international health coach, child passenger safety technician (car seats!), and certified safety professional with over 20 years of experience. She likes to say that she offers regulatory compliance with heart. Learn more about Lindsay and connect with the show at LindsayPolic.com . Thanks for listening! https://lindsaypolic.com/ The Safety Gambit Podcast ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
Sat, February 25, 2023
E61 - Market Yourself The Right Way with Guest CO-HOST - Jennifer Campbell aka The Cringey Mom Hey! I’m The Cringey Mom, Jen Campbell. I help women entrepreneurs tell and share their personal brand story online, to Cringe Forward and create content to grow their business. Your personal brand is more than a logo, fonts and colors. It tells your story and reflects who you are as a person. People will judge you and your business immediately online, especially on social media. Brand you, before others do. https://jencampbell.com/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
Tue, February 21, 2023
E60 - Podcasting From The Truck With a Blue Yeti Microphone - Yes You Can Be A Podcaster with Guest CO-HOST - Michael Fritzius If you're a coach, and people trust your advice, you could be attracting the right kinds of clients using the same kinds of conversations you're already having. We help you accomplish that. And we do it via podcasting. Introducing: podcastify.me DID YOU KNOW - 155 million Americans have listened to a podcast - 104 million have listened to one in the past month - 68 million listen to a podcast weekly With every episode heard, people are getting 30, 60, 90 minutes (or more) of steady influence from that show. What if you were the person they were listening to? What would that do for your business to have a growing pool of fans who feel like they've known you for years? What would it do if you had a steady stream of guests who pre-select themselves as having the very kinds of problems you help solve? podcastify.me is designed to help coaches enter the podcasting space with minimal lift for them. And, inviting past, current and future clients to your show as part of your marketing and sales process sets you apart from your competition, in a time where podcasting is really gaining popularity. We help design the show, marketing collateral, publish episodes, provide metrics, and a ton more, all with the goal of driving more business to you by building solid rapport with your guests and listeners. Books we mentioned: Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones The Like Switch: An Ex-FBI Agent's Guide to Influencing, Attracting, and Winning People Over The Five Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts Podcasts Mentioned: 2 BEARS, 1 CAVE The Third Wave with Fritz ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
Thu, February 16, 2023
Episode 59 - CO-HOST - Steven Murphy - Community Over Audience - Your Podcast is a Puppy Real Faith in Real Time. Because faith is messy and rarely symmetrical. Discussions about the real highs and lows of faith in Christ. Current topics addressed via stories with special guests and commentary. https://www.buzzsprout.com/1573591 ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, February 14, 2023
E58 - Updates for The How To Podcast Series - Our Monthly Zoom Room, Need A Guest, Working Together Hey! Thanks for stopping by - our next Podcaster's Zoom Room is scheduled for 2 pm est Friday March 3rd - join with other podcasters as we jump on zoom together! We will have a topic for the room, go through your questions together and then you get the opportunity to share your podcast with others in the zoom room - if you need a guest, want to be a guest or you are looking for new listeners, join us! This is just a quick episode to talk about the zoom room and bring you up to date on The How To Podcast Series Community Check out more at our site ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
Bonus · Mon, February 13, 2023
BONUS - Introducing PodcastFeedback.ca - Limited Time - Donate to Charity and Get Feedback on Your Podcast LOOKING FOR CONSTRUCTIVE FEEDBACK ON YOUR PODCAST, SOCIAL MEDIA & WEBSITE AND NO THE SNARKY COMMENTS Get in early with this special offer: 1 - Provide a link to the episode you wish to have reviewed 2 - Listen to my review first before it goes out as an episode - no surprises! 3 - Cost - for a limited time: Please donate financially to the charity of your choice 4 - Provide a link to the charity that you donated to so that we can promote them on your review episode 5 - Promote your podcast by having it reviewed on The How To Podcast Series LIMITED TIME OFFER! https://podcastfeedback.ca/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Podcasting Tips, How To Podcast, Start A Podcast, School, Podcast, Podcaster, Podcast Review
Mon, February 13, 2023
E57 - Mistakes Made By Podcasters - What You Can Learn and Do To Improve as a Podcaster with Guest CO HOST - Tamzin Hall Tamzin Hall is back in the Co Host Chair again as we look at Some Podcasting Mistakes and how to avoid and learn from them! Podcasting Mistakes 1 - Your Podcast does not need to be prefect 2 - Podcasters that don't practice first 3 - Podcast topic is to wide and general - the niche (not the nitch!!) 4 - No Marketing Plan 5 - Too Consumed with the stats as a measure of success https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, February 07, 2023
E56 - Podcast Promotion Ideas, Podcasting Costs, Guesting and Tech Solutions for Podcasting with Guest CO HOST April Bielefeldt- Pro Photographer and Podcaster An Iowa girl who likes to eat, travel the back roads and chase the colors of the seasons! April has spent the last almost 30 years working with people, either in sales, customer service or helping them find that next award winning landscape image with their camera! Having spent her formative years in the Midwest she is close to the earth, its change of seasons and its honesty. April is an Award winning published Fine Art Photographer who also does some portrait and event work as well. Her passion is combining her love of landscape, people, food and photography- so why not join her on her next tour! April and Dave chat about: (1) How to promote your episodes (2) How much does it cost to start a podcast? (3) Tips on Guesting (4) Tech Stuff for Non-Techy People http://www.eyesfortheroad.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/artapril/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, February 01, 2023
BONUS - Christina Al Zahrani - The News As I See It Podcast - A Question About Finding A Guest Bonus episode here! Christina Al Zahrani from The News As I See It Podcast called in a question around finding guests for our new podcast! Finding a great guest is not impossible! If you can find your audience, go to where they are, participate in the conversation by adding value, you will find guests for your show! Remember that you do not have to release every episode, especially when you are new - practice makes all of us better, so practice, practice, practice - and if you need a practice buddy, I have my hand raised! I love to help new podcasters! As Christina mentioned - guesting and being a guest is a great way to improve and connect with others! Thanks Christina for reaching out, commenting on the episodes and for starting a podcast! The world needs more Christina's in this world! If you are interested in our free monthly Podcaster's Zoom Rooms - we are starting this February, first Friday of the month at 10 am est - for an invite hit me up and I will send you the link! We will talk about a current podcasting topic, do a little Q&A and then go around the room offering to be a guest or to find a guest for our show - we need you to make this work - no salesy stuff - pure connection and support for all involved! Hope to see you there! http://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, February 01, 2023
E55 - Fourteen Examples Of ‘Bad’ Podcast Coaching To Look Out For 14 Examples Of ‘Bad’ Coaching To Look Out For While no one wants to criticize a fellow industry professional, every experienced coach has seen their share of “bad” coaching. Determining what “bad” coaching means can be subjective, but there are some elements that anyone would agree define the term. When vetting potential podcast and content coaches, it’s critical for prospective clients to be aware of red flags that denote a poorly developed coaching practice. Here are 14 examples of things some coaches may do that clients should keep an eye out for. 1. Not Practicing The Values They Preach 2. Believing They Have All The Answers 3. Placating Without Getting Real Or Going Deep 4. Compromising Client Confidentiality 5. Predicting Your Future 6. Lacking Professional Ethics 7. It is all about them and not The Client 8. Not Investing In Their Own Personal Development 9. Lacking Expertise Or Experience In Their Field 10. Not Listening Actively To Client Needs 11. Not Believing In Their Clients 12. Overpromising And Under Delivering 13. When a Coach is embarrassed by their own actions or content 14. Warning Flags of a bad Coach A bad coach can easily be identified by any of these traits… Arrogance Self-absorbed Egotistical Self-destructive Dismissive Judgmental Do as I say not as I do Inappropriate Start a war with others just to get publicity or noticed Pushy Snarky Cliquey http://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, January 30, 2023
EPISODE 54 - Choosing a Format For Your Podcast - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series The Format of your podcast There are many different formats that podcasts can take. Here are a few common ones: Solo: A solo podcast is hosted by a single person and typically focuses on a specific topic or theme. Interview: An interview podcast features a host interviewing one or more guests on a particular topic. Conversation: A conversation podcast is typically hosted by two or more people and involves a more casual conversation about a variety of topics. Narrative: A narrative podcast tells a story or presents information in a narrative format, often with sound effects and music to enhance the listening experience. News: A news podcast provides updates and analysis on current events or issues. Educational: An educational podcast aims to teach listeners about a particular subject or provide information on a specific topic. Comedy: A comedy podcast is focused on entertaining listeners with jokes and humorous content. Fiction: A fiction podcast is a work of fictional storytelling, often in the form of a serialized story. These are just a few examples of the many types of podcast formats that exist. The best format for your podcast will depend on your goals and the type of content you want to produce. Join us on the first Friday of every Month at 10 am e.s.t. for a Podcast Huddle - potentially meet other podcasters from around the world, check out the topic of the day, join in our our Q&A and then share your podcast with the group - if you want to be a guest or you need a guest, this is the perfect opportunity to connect with other Podcasters within the How To Podcast Family For an invite or more info, or to leave us a voice message head over to http://howtopodcast.ca/ Thanks for listening! A great podcast starts here! Dave
Fri, January 27, 2023
E53 - New Year Planning, Vision Board and Feedback from Followers with Guest CO HOST - Tamzin Hall https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/ http://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, January 25, 2023
E52 - Naming Your Podcast - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series Part 2 of our Podcast Owner's Manual Mini-Series looks at... Naming your Podcast – what are you going to call it?? When naming your podcast, it's important to consider the following: Relevance: Choose a name that is relevant to your podcast's content and theme. This will help your audience understand what they can expect from your show. Memorable: Choose a name that is easy to remember and spell. This will make it easier for your audience to find your podcast and recommend it to others. Short and sweet: A shorter name is generally easier to remember and will be more memorable to your audience. Unique: Try to come up with a name that is unique and distinguishes your podcast from others in your field. Avoid puns or wordplay: While puns and wordplay can be funny, they can also be confusing and hard to remember. It's generally best to avoid them in your podcast name. Check for trademark issues: Before finalizing your podcast name, be sure to do a trademark search to make sure it isn't already in use. You don't want to choose a name that could get you into legal trouble down the line. Overall, it's important to choose a name that is relevant, memorable, and unique. It should accurately reflect the content and theme of your podcast and be easy for your audience to remember. If you need help with your podcast plans, if you want to bounce your podcast name ideas off someone and get a second opinion, or you just need podcast advice without the snarky comments - head over to our podcast and get the answers you need to move forward with your podcast today! http://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, January 23, 2023
E51 - Nail Down Your Topic - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series Welcome to our Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series - Part 1 Nail Down Your Topic you have to have something to podcast about Choosing a topic for your content can be challenging, but here are a few things you can consider to help you decide: Think about your passions and interests. What are you knowledgeable about or interested in learning more about? Chances are, if you are passionate about a subject, you will be more motivated to create content about it. Consider your target audience. Who do you want to reach with your content? What topics would be of interest to them? Look at what's popular. What are people talking about or interested in right now? You don't necessarily want to follow trends blindly, but it can be helpful to know what's currently popular in your field. Do some research. Look at other content in your industry and see what topics are being covered. You don't want to copy what others are doing, but you can get ideas and see what gaps in the market exist that you could potentially fill. Test out a few ideas. If you're still unsure, try creating some content on a few different topics and see how it is received. This can help you gauge what resonates with your audience and what doesn't. Ultimately, the best topic for your content will depend on your interests, audience, and goals. It's important to choose a topic that you are knowledgeable about and can create meaningful content for. http://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, January 17, 2023
E50 - Six tips to follow to make your content concise - what if we had a limited amount of words Imagine a world where there was a limit to the total number of words that you could use in one day - the play Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons, Lemons shares a world with a word limit! You’re going to speak more than 123 million words in your lifetime. What will you do when they run out? Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons Lemons is a tender and funny rom-com about what we say, how we say it, and what happens when we can’t say anything anymore. Let's apply this imagined word limit to our podcast - what would you do if you only could use a certain number of words in your podcast? What would you trim, what would you leave out, how could you say what you want to say in a more concise manner - what would you do if your words mattered? But they do! Here are 6 tips for new podcasters to create clear and organized content: Start with a clear plan: Before recording, write an outline of what you want to cover in the episode. This will keep you on track during recording and make sure all important points are covered. Use easy to follow language: Speak clearly and use simple language that is easy for your audience to understand. Keep it short: People's attention span is short, try to keep your episodes as short as possible while still covering important information. Edit your podcast: Listen to your recording and make changes to improve the overall quality of the episode before publishing. Add value: Always make sure to provide your audience with useful and interesting information. Get feedback: Listen to your listeners feedback, it can give you an idea of what they want to know and what they think about your podcast. By following these simple tips, you'll be able to create clear and organized content that will be valuable for your listeners. Remember, it takes time to perfect your podcast and improve it, but with practice and dedication you will get better over time. Check out more on the play here You can find us here http://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, January 10, 2023
E49 - Six tips for staying motivated with your podcast - Set Yourself up for Better Success With the Right Plan for Your Podcast Here are a few tips for staying motivated with your podcast: Set clear goals: Having specific, achievable goals can help to keep you motivated and focused. Make a list of the goals you want to accomplish with your podcast and use them to guide your efforts. Find a co-host or accountability partner: Having someone to share the workload and hold you accountable can make the process of creating a podcast feel more manageable and keep you motivated. Stay engaged with your audience: Engaging with your listeners through social media or email can help to keep you motivated and connected to the purpose of your podcast. Take breaks: It's important to take breaks and give yourself time to recharge. Taking regular breaks can help you stay fresh and motivated. Find inspiration: Seek out other podcasts, blogs, or articles that inspire you and use them as a source of motivation. Reward yourself: Celebrate your accomplishments and reward yourself for meeting your goals. This can help to keep you motivated and motivated. Overall, staying motivated with your podcast requires a combination of setting clear goals, finding support, staying engaged with your audience, taking breaks, finding inspiration, and rewarding yourself for your efforts. Check out our new monthly zoom hang out - the first Friday morning of every month starting in February 2023 - 10 am e.s.t. Contact me for your invite link http://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, January 10, 2023
E48 - Chat GPT, Voice A I example and a new monthly zoom group invite for you We are starting a monthly Zoom Podcast Hang out starting in February 2023 on the first Friday of each month starting at 10 am est Why 10 am? I will be getting home from working an overnight shift, so we will try this time slot for now and adjust/add to it depending on your response! If 1 person attends - great, more than one great! In preparing for this monthly get together, I wanted to play with Chat GPT I asked Chat GPT - Why is building community important in podcasting? Here was the response from Chat GPT to my question, "Building a community around your podcast can be beneficial for a number of reasons. First and foremost, having a community of listeners can help to build a sense of loyalty and engagement with your show. When listeners feel like they are part of a community, they are more likely to continue listening to your podcast and to recommend it to others. Additionally, having a community can provide a source of feedback and ideas for future episodes. This can help to keep your content fresh and relevant, and can also help to ensure that you are meeting the needs and interests of your listeners. Finally, a strong community can serve as a source of support and encouragement, which can be especially important if you are just starting out as a podcaster." I went a step further and asked Chat GPT to apply their answer to a group zoom call for podcasters. I asked Chat GPT the following... "How do we do this on a zoom group chat?" Here was the response from Chat GPT There are several ways that you can build community within a Zoom group chat: 1. Encourage participation: Encourage group members to ask questions, share their thoughts, and engage in discussions. 2. Foster a sense of inclusivity: Make sure that everyone feels welcome and valued within the group. 3. Be responsive: Be sure to respond to questions and comments in a timely manner, and encourage other group members to do the same. 4. Encourage sharing: Encourage group members to share resources, recommendations, and other relevant information with one another. 5. Create a sense of belonging: Help group members feel like they are part of a shared experience by using in-jokes, inside jokes, and other shared experiences. 6. Plan regular events: Consider organizing regular events or activities, such as virtual happy hours or book
Thu, December 29, 2022
E47 - What is Working and What I Need to Improve on as a Podcaster So we are nearing the end of 2022 - Happy Holidays and Happy New Year to everyone! As I close off a great podcast year, full of new friendships, great connections and growth - both personally and for my various podcasts. I just wanted to look back at some things that went well for me and something that I dropped the ball on this year - there is always room for improvement. On December 1st I started a daily podcast for 25 episodes - counting down to Christmas. The podcast was called the Daily Santa Podcast. Each episode was 12-20 mins in length and took 4 to 5 hours to script, create, record and edit - add on social media promotion and website updates, this was a monster task - keep in mind some podcasters don't progress past episode 7 when they start a show. I wanted to try a daily podcast, and more importantly - I wanted to create content for families to gather around and use to help everyone be better humans! Check it out if you have a chance - I would love to hear your thoughts on this podcast! So, my challenge for you whether you have started your podcast or not - what have you done well in 2022 and what can you improve on in the new year? Be very aware of what is going well and where you could improve - this is the key to growth! Wishing you safety, health and happiness in the new year - I can't wait to celebrate your new podcast in 2023 - I would be honoured to be apart of your new show! https://dailysantapodcast.com/ http://howtopodcast.ca/ https://truemediasolutions.ca/
Thu, December 29, 2022
E46 - How to lead your team well and build your podcast with Guest CO HOST - Tamzin Hall https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/ Tamzin Hall Coaching YouTube Channel ___ HowToPodcast.ca Podcast created by TrueMediaSolutions.ca
Wed, December 28, 2022
E45 - The Practicalities of podcasting, time management and multi-podcasting with Guest CO HOST - Laura Bennett In this episode of The How To Podcast Series, I wanted to share with you a conversation that I had with Laura Bennett on the Clubhouse App. Laura is a multi-passionate Executive Coach and Business Development Consultant - you can find her on Twitter @lauradbennett or Instagram @iamlauradbennet We discussed the various podcasts that I am currently releasing - we talked about - Hosting Sites for Podcasting - Free services like Anchor vs Paid hosting sites - time management - tips for podcasters - and more actionable things that podcasters can add to their process to be more efficient ___ HowToPodcast.ca Podcast created by TrueMediaSolutions.ca Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Tue, December 27, 2022
E44 - How Podcasting Can Help You to Grow your Audience and Connect with Great Guests with Guest CO HOST - Dave Barr - The Real Life Buyer Podcast CO HOST - Dave Barr - The Real Life Buyer On How Podcasting Has Helped Him, His Audience and His Guests Dave is the host of The Real Life Buyer Podcast Dave covers great topics like: these subjects and many more are covered in this weekly podcast. Fabulous guests from all around the globe discuss and share their knowledge on a broad range of business disciplines, challenges and behaviours to help you gain rapid performance benefits, answers and solutions. Previous and future guests have and will continue to discuss, explore and share their thinking on business subjects, including: Growing your leadership confidence and competence. Identifying and actively engaging in consistent high performance habits. Understanding and upgrading your personal and business, branding and marketing. Networking in new and innovative and effective ways. Discovering how to price your products and services to improve your margins and profit. Successfully use social media and other marketing channels to reach and grow your audience and customers. Improve your business and public speaking skills. Focus your mindset for success. Learn ways to deal with and manage the stresses and strains of business. Appreciate and develop your emotional intelligence. Develop your purchasing, supply chain and logistics knowledge, strategies and techniques. Prepare for tough, people, business and management challenges and decisions. ___ HowToPodcast.ca Podcast created by TrueMediaSolutions.ca Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Fri, December 23, 2022
Episode 43 - Why Use a Podcast Editor and How To Grow Community and Engagement with Guest CO HOST - Tiffany Mason Tips for Podcasters on working with an Editor How to grow your community and engagement - build authentic connections - give your community a place to hangout - be responsive - build trust - share stories from your community - keep it fun - show up where your community exists online - do things that cannot be scaled or automated - i.e. one on one connections Tip: Leverage a newsletter to build community! https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/ ___ HowToPodcast.ca Podcast created by TrueMediaSolutions.ca
Mon, December 19, 2022
E42 - Going The Extra Mile What Does It Mean For Content Creators and Podcasters with Guest CO HOST - Tamzin Hall Where did the term/saying "To go the extra mile" come from? The first records of the phrase go the extra mile come from around 1900. It’s a reference to a line from Jesus’s Sermon on the Mount in the Bible: “If anyone forces you to go one mile, go with them two miles.” Many people interpret it to mean that they should always try to do more than is asked of them. In historical times, the Jews resented and even hated the Romans because of the Roman Empire's heavy-handed taxes and laws. One of those laws required anyone twelve years or older to carry a soldier's gear for an entire mile if they were asked. It was in light of that law that Jesus taught the principle of going an extra mile. When we go beyond the basics, the law, the minimum requirement - in this case carrying a soldier's gear for a mile out of our way. we find that as we volunteer to go the extra mile, it is in that moment that our audience truly connects with us and people see that we truly care - we go beyond legal requirements and do the extra! How does this relate to podcasting? Check out the conversation in this episode for all the details! https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/ Tamzin Hall Coaching YouTube Channel ___ HowToPodcast.ca Podcast created by TrueMediaSolutions.ca
Sun, December 18, 2022
EPISODE 41 - CO-HOST - Tamzin Hall On Motivating Our Fellow Podcasters and Apple Versus Android Tamzin shared her Jar System - how to keep those thoughts, comments and words of encouragement handy to keep you motivated as a content creator and podcaster! Here are some suggestions for the Jar... - Confidence Jar - add a note into a jar of all the times you have been and felt confident. When you are feeling like you need a confidence boost, reach into the jar and you have all the evidence you need. - Mindfulness Jar - fill the jar with mindful activities you love, then when you are feeling overwhelmed, reach into the jar and pull a note out. I have a pre-made jar that was given to me. - I am Great Jar - fill your jar with post-it notes, notes and words of all the time someone has given you a compliment, testimonial or said something nice to you. - Happiness Jar - fill your jar with times, experiences and examples of all the times you have been happy. As you navigate throughout your days, and you feel happiness, add notes to your jar. - Gratitude Jar - at the end of each day, add three things you are grateful for into your jar. When you need a boost of gratitude - dip your hand in your jar. We shared some stats on Android vs Apple IOs percentages around the world Who has more market share Apple or Android? Market share of mobile operating systems worldwide 2012-2022. Android maintained its position as the leading mobile operating system worldwide in November 2022, controlling the mobile OS market with a close to 71 percent share, while iOS accounted for around 28 percent of the mobile operating system market - US Numbers: iOS 54.42% Android 45.25% - Canada Numbers: iOS 58.47% Android 40.94% - Europe Numbers: Android 61.05% iOS 38.47% - Worldwide Numbers: Android 70.96% iOS 28.43% Source: https://gs.statcounter.com/os-market-share/mobile/ Remember to include both Android and Apple Users in your Call To Action Requests - if you focus on only one platform at the expense of the other, you may alienate a portion of your audience by doing so! https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/ Tamzin Hall Coaching YouTube Channel ___ HowToPodcast.ca Podcast created by TrueMediaSolutions.ca Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Fri, December 16, 2022
Episode 40 - All Things Interviewing for Guests and Hosts with Guest CO HOST - Tamzin Hall Tamzin Hall is joining us to discuss guesting on and hosting guests on a podcast. Tamzin has a great deal of insight from a professional business background, and joins us from the fabulous United Kingdom! Join in on the conversation as we suggest strategies to build up your interview skills! https://www.tamzinhallcoaching.co.uk/ Tamzin Hall Coaching YouTube Channel ___
Mon, December 12, 2022
EPISODE 39 - Give And It Will Be Given Back To You - Help A Podcaster Out ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, December 09, 2022
EPISODE 38 - What You Should Do Before Releasing Your First Episode - Practice What You Should Do Before Releasing Your First Episode - Practice Imagine a professional baseball player that never practiced his swing, worked on his curve ball, ran the bases or caught a ball. Imagine a wanna be musician that buys an instrument and never once practices. An actor that doesn't run their lines, A comedian that never rehearses a new set A pilot that has never flown A Doctor that "Fakes it till they make it" How is it that a new skill like podcasting is something that we feel qualified to jump into without an ounce of practice? Big idea here - get behind the mic and or on camera and practice - record and delete, record and delete, ask for feedback and then repeat that over and over - AND THEN! Record your first episode. Practice, practice, practice before you Podcast! ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Mon, December 05, 2022
EPISODE 37 - When Someone Steals Your Idea - What Do I Do Dave tells a story about when his boss stole his idea in a team meeting, told him his idea sucked, and then took his idea and presented Dave's idea as his own to his boss. What a jerk! Dave's idea was stolen. What would you do? Has this happened to you? But that was my idea! Even if someone else is talking about your topic, they can't do it your way! Your local news channel pulls from the same news - they don't make up the stories they just report from the same group of stories with their own emphasis and slant. Nobody can copy your show - you can't be duplicated! ___ Try Buzzsprout - receive $20 Buzzsprout Credit (sent after 2nd paid invoice) podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage! A podcast is an excellent business card for your book, coaching program or business! Build a community away from the rented land of social media - speak directly to your community and position yourself as the expert that you truly are! Take your passion to the next level - let us help you start and grow your podcast! Podcasts work. Visit https://truemediasolutions.ca/
Bonus · Fri, December 02, 2022
BONUS - A Message From Rachel Adby in Australia About Rachel Aussie eCommerce Mum is here to support small and micro businesses who are starting out with paid traffic. I have two Shopify stores of my own, so I know the ropes when it comes to setting up campaigns, analyzing data, and scaling successful ads. My mission is to help business owners succeed in online retail through providing trustworthy advice and support. Maybe I can help you: - Save time and money by not having to learn everything yourself. - Get expert help with advertising on two of the biggest social media platforms. - Start making sales and growing your business right away. - Feel relieved that you have someone who knows what they're doing to help you out. Rachel's Podcast - Aussie eCommerce Mum: A Diary I am spending my own cash building two Aussie Shopify stores using Meta; Yep, I am not an agency. Much of the Micro-business support out there for us eCommerce stores is very expensive, and far out of the reach of start-ups. I am a solopreneur and have spent $50K of my own money to learn what I know about FB and IG advertising. I offer support in paid traffic like a custom campaign strategy, or even jumping into your Ads Manager to offer some advise that you can implement DIY. If you're looking to start or grow online with your product business, click the button below and find out how I can support you, at a price you can totally afford. Here is a link to Speak Pipe - receive voice messages just like Rachel's with this link ____ Try Buzzsprout - receive $20 Buzzsprout Credit (sent after 2nd paid invoice) Podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage! A podcast is an excellent business card for your book, coaching program or business! Build a community away from the rented land of social media - speak directly to your community and position yourself as the expert that you truly are! Take your passion to the next level - let us help you start and grow your podcast! Podcasts work. Visit https://truemediasolutions.ca/ Our new website! HowToPodcast.ca
Fri, December 02, 2022
EPISODE 36 - A Small Audience is Your Super Power Advantage - Celebrate Them Starting Small is your Super Power Advantage Bigger Doesn’t Mean Better Typically, most people think the bigger the audience, the more success they will experience. But here’s the truth of the matter… Bigger doesn’t necessarily mean better. You can thrive with a tiny audience. There’s actually an advantage that you have with a smaller audience. Better Intimacy You can create intimacy in a greater way than somebody who has a bigger audience ever could. You can do all kinds of things with a smaller group and get to know them on a much deeper, more intimate level than anybody with a big audience can do. They just can’t do the certain things that you can at scale and it gives you an advantage to know those people better than they know themselves. With a small audience you can get to know these people better than they know themselves, you know what they’re thinking, feeling or doing, and you can support them in making progress with the challenges or skills that they want to learn. Better Personalization You can personalize your responses, your marketing, your approach to each person. People with a bigger audience can’t do that. If they had an audience of 100,000 people, there’s no way they can personalize the experience to each individual person. But when you have an audience of just a few hundred people, you absolutely can. And that is going to lead to higher conversions. Better Follow Up And number three, follow-up. When you have a smaller audience, you can follow up in all kinds of creative ways that people with big audiences can’t do. You can send personal voice or video messages. You can text people directly and communicate with them in a way that people with a big audience can’t do at scale. So, use that to your advantage. Invite people to send you direct messages, correspond with you and get creative. When you have a smaller audience and start building a deeper, more intimate relationship with that audience, your conversions are going to be way higher. Use a Smaller Audience to Your Advantage With a smaller audience, use your advantage to be able to create Intimacy Personalization follow up Build your foundation with a smaller audience - try things out, get feedback, enjoy the community you build today. As your community grows you might not have the luxury of time and interaction that you have right now ___ Try Buzzsprout - receive $20 Buzzsprout Credit (sent after 2nd paid invoice) podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? <a href="https://www.podpage.com/?via=try-
Tue, November 29, 2022
EPISODE 35 - Buzzsprout Leaving Instagram Behind and The Wayne Gretzky Social Media Strategy Buzzsprout announced recently that they are no longer actively using Instagram - as a Buzzsprout user, this made me stop and think about where we are headed I skate to where the puck is going to be, not where it has been - Wayne Gretzky Recent report on App Usage for 13-17 year old users 2014/2015 vs 2022 Dump the time suck and stressful content cycle of Instagram and the aging population of Facebook (dying off) The Wayne Gretzky Social Media Strategy - focus on where the play is headed in the game - not where it has been (Instagram) or where it was (Facebook) Take a look at where the next generation of audience listeners are - it might be sobering, but it will help you refocus for 2023 For us - we are looking at YouTube and Newsletters via email. ___ Try Buzzsprout - receive $20 Buzzsprout Credit (sent after 2nd paid invoice) podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage! A podcast is an excellent business card for your book, coaching program or business! Build a community away from the rented land of social media - speak directly to your community and position yourself as the expert that you truly are! Take your passion to the next level - let us help you start and grow your podcast! Podcasts work. Visit https://truemediasolutions.ca/
Tue, November 22, 2022
EPISODE 34 - Some Stats From Our Show and Greetings To Our Listeners Podcasters love their stats! We seem to thirst insatiably for more and more and more listeners! In this episode I share some of my stats with you and share the countries currently listening as well as some info on the ages of some of my listeners - interesting stuff! Wherever you are listening in from - thanks for taking time to do so! Why do we love stats so much? The headlines in the media are filled with that latest stats. Stats sell. The stats are often quoted from the latest reports. People then parrot them around like they’re fact when most of them are complete garbage. When people get out of hand quoting stats I like to throw out a stat of my own! 73.6% of all statistics are made up. I say it deadpanned. Often I’ll get some people look at me like, “really?” Or as Mark Twain popularized the quote most attributed to the Prime Minister of Great Britain, Benjamin Disraeli, “There are three kinds of lies: lies, darn lies and statistics.” The quote is meant to highlight the deceiving but persuasive power of numbers. As of the time of this recording, this very podcast is being listened to in the USA, Canada, Australia, India, United Kingdom, Germany, Netherlands, Morocco and Tunisia! My listeners range in age from 0 to 59 - no 60 year old listeners - interesting! As a new podcaster, use your stats to learn more about the listeners that are tuning in, but don't obsess over numbers - it will happen, just look at every band that became an overnight sensation - they played their share of empty bars, parking lots and odd locations in the early days - they played to nobody, they were discouraged - the only podcast guaranteed to get listeners are the active podcasts - be active - keep going! Don't stop! You got this! Dave ___ Try Buzzsprout - receive $20 Buzzsprout Credit (sent after 2nd paid invoice) Podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage! A podcast is an excellent business card for your book, coaching program or business! Build a community away from the rented land of social media - speak directly to your community and position yourself as the expert that you truly are! Take your passion to the next level - let us help you start and grow your podcast! Podcasts work. Visit https://truemediasolutions.ca/
Bonus · Thu, November 17, 2022
BONUS - YouTube Stat On The Number of Viewers Watching Your Podcast - This May Surprise You YouTube’s edge over audio streamers may not be (entirely) its video capabilities. In the spring, 45 percent of people who consumed podcasts on YouTube didn’t even watch the video; they just listened with the video minimized. I suspect that YouTube’s real advantage is that… it’s Google. You google a podcast, and there it is. The search is undeniably easier, and even I find myself defaulting to the YouTube version of podcasts when I am doing research for work. Source: https://hotpodnews.com/ Check out our episode #22 on Static Image Posts on YouTube A static image post on YouTube is simply a picture with an mp3 audio file attached to it. I use a tool I found called One Image Music Video at https://www.oneimagevideo.com/ ___ Wanna try Buzzsprout? Buzzsprout is hands down the easiest and best way to launch, promote, and track your podcast. Your show can be online and listed in all the major podcast directories (like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more) within minutes of finishing your recording. Get a $20 Amazon Gift Card (sent after your 2nd paid invoice) with my link >>> https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1855306 ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Bonus · Tue, November 15, 2022
BONUS - Paulo Magalhães Has Released His First Podcast Episode - Congratulations!! Eagles fly high has launched!! Paulo has been listening to The How To Podcast Series and his first episode, ever, has launched - please support our newest podcaster on this exciting podcast launch and journey! I'm Paulo Magalhães and I want to share life stories, positive experiences and develop English skills with you. Count on me, send your questions and I will help you with your English language studies. If you have a topic to suggest, send it to me and I'll feature it in the next episodes. Blog: https://english4uwin.blogspot.com Email: teachereduardomaga@gmail.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/paulo-eduardo-fernandes-magalhes/message https://open.spotify.com/show/6bIqv2by6H0dY2lsfWDt03 ___ Wanna try Buzzsprout? Buzzsprout is hands down the easiest and best way to launch, promote, and track your podcast. Your show can be online and listed in all the major podcast directories (like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more) within minutes of finishing your recording. Get a $20 Amazon Gift Card (sent after your 2nd paid invoice) with my link >>> https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1855306 ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Tue, November 15, 2022
EPISODE 33 - How To Get Your Guest To Share Their Appearance On Your Podcast So you want your guest to share their appearance on your podcast episode - how do you do that? Is there an effective way to do so? Is it really their responsibility as a guest to share their episode with their community? Here are 7 Things to Consider when working with a guest on your show! (1) Be tactful when sharing their episode on Social Media One example of a way to leverage this is to tag your guest in an Instagram story. The guest will likely repost the story and put a swipe up to allow their followers to check out the interview (2) Make their interview with you on your show worth sharing It's great when a guest makes comments such as “no one has ever asked me this” or “I can tell that you did your homework.” The guest can tell if you are genuinely interested in what they have to share or if you are attempting to cash in on their skill or notoriety. A prepared interview will immediately allow you to stand out and increase the likelihood that the guest will share the episode because it makes them look good. (3) Create easy to share assets for your guest When booking the interview, ask if they need images or audio clips to promote the episode. I love Canva for this (4) Ask - You do not have because you did not ask One way to treat this is only to require a guest to share if they approach you to be on your podcast. If you've invited the guest, you shouldn't need them to share the episode. (5) Give sincere appreciation for their time Our gratitude for those helping us in any way spurs them to do more favors for us or pay it forward—and research even proves this when you express your gratitude to someone, and they're likely to help again. (6) It is not - I repeat - it is not their responsibility to share the episode with their community It is a good rule of thumb never to expect a guest to share the episode. Your responsibility as a host is to market your show. It is a “cherry on top” moment when the guest is gracious to promote your interview with their network. (7) Provide your guest with an interview that they haven't done anywhere else - don't repeat another interview elsewhere My go to question for my guests in the pre-interview - What would serve you in this episode? Is there anything that you haven't had the opportunity to discuss on a podcast that would add to the library of content that you have already created elsewhere? What topic would make this episode unique for you as a guest? As a podcast host YOU become a part of your guests promo team - your guest has paid you with their time, your listener pays you with their at
Bonus · Fri, November 11, 2022
BONUS - A Message From Paulo Magalhaes in Brazil Paulo left this message on our website - my gosh, this is so great! To hear from a listener and to understand how this podcast has helped Paulo to make the decision to start a podcast to help others, wow, thank you so much Paulo for your kind words and affirmation! If you need help starting your podcast, if you have a question or an idea for a future episode, please do what Paulo has done and head over to our website, click on the microphone icon on our website , record your message and hear your voice on this podcast! Podcasting is.... amazing! Thank you Paulo, and thank you, for listening! Here is a link to Speak Pipe - receive voice messages just like Paulo's with this link ____ Try Buzzsprout - receive $20 Buzzsprout Credit (sent after 2nd paid invoice) Podcast produced by: https://truemediasolutions.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage! A podcast is an excellent business card for your book, coaching program or business! Build a community away from the rented land of social media - speak directly to your community and position yourself as the expert that you truly are! Take your passion to the next level - let us help you start and grow your podcast! Podcasts work. Visit https://truemediasolutions.ca/
Tue, November 08, 2022
EPISODE 32 - Be Heard and Be Found Via Voice Search on Alexa, Google and Everywhere What Is Voice Search? Voice search is the action of using speech to ask questions and give commands to compatible devices like smartphones or smart speakers. The searcher speaks to the device and the device fulfills the command or answers the question. How Does Voice Search Work in Basic Terms? Without getting too deep into the technical details of voice search, digital voice assistants work by: Processing and transcribing human speech into text Analyzing the text to detect questions and commands Connecting to external data sources such as search engines to find the relevant information Translating that information into a digestible format to fulfill the user’s intent Who Are The Major Players In The Voice Search Market? The major players in the US smart speaker market are as follows (in order of market share): Amazon (63.2%) Google (31%) Other (5.8%) How Can You Optimize Your Website for Voice Search? Successful optimizing of content for voice search comes down to these things: Ensure your content is found on all relevant major data sources (Google Search, Google Maps, Apple Maps, Wikipedia, etc.) Use traditional SEO best practices to rank your webpages and/or listings high in search engines. Your content can be perfectly structured for voice search, but if it’s not on Page 1, it’s unlikely to be pulled in as the answer. Your content must be succinct and answer questions in simple terms. Tip: Structure your content and answers to that of a 6-7th-grade reading ! Amazon Echo - SNL Skit For greater detail - here is the source we used for this episode ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Wed, November 02, 2022
EPISODE 31 - Where to Host Your Podcast - Anchor vs Buzzsprout vs Libsyn Anchor: https://anchor.fm/ - Free, no monthly cap to how many episodes that you can upload - Free has a downside - people starting a podcast and then abandoning them clogging up the podcast "sink" with throw away podcasts Free music resources - intros, music beds, transitions - free to use! Can record directly on Anchor - I don't, I use Audacity. Allows video podcasts distributed directly to Spotify only (at the time of this recording) simple to use Not much community or training support has always been good to date for me Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/ If you want to try podcasting for free - this is a better option in my books because Buzzsprout will remove your free episodes after a certain date - cleaner than Anchor in that way Better stats than Anchor - comparable to Libsyn Has paid option - when you start paying - you must continue to pay to keep your podcast active - stop paying, podcast is removed from all players! Monthly plans are based on total hours used - different tiers available. I prefer to think in terms of time - easier to plan and if there is a short amount of time left at the end of the month, use it up with a bonus episode/content Great support, training and communication Easy to connect to podcast players (Apple, Google, Spotify etc.) Libsyn: https://libsyn.com/ Pretty popular option - often mentioned by older podcasters has been there for a long time Great support, training and communication A bit of a learning curve for newbies No free monthly plan - Why? Big miss Monthly plans based on file size instead of amount of time used - seems clunky, requires explanation and extra work to figure out the size of your files it's not the size that counts, it is the time! Great video on Libsyn vs Buzzsprout How to move your Podcast to Buzzsprout ___ Wanna try Buzzsprout? Buzzsprout is hands down the easiest and best way to launch, promote, and track your podcast. Your show can be online and listed in all the major podcast directories (like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more) within minutes of finishing your
Wed, October 26, 2022
EPISODE 30 - Co-Host Arden Coutts - Creating Contentment and Content in Your Podcast In this episode we discuss 4 things together... Why we love podcasting What keeps us coming back as podcasters and listeners Having Multiple Podcasts Operating your podcast as a business or a hobby Arden created CEI Media LLC - it was founded in 2020 following the launch of "The Fun with Friends" Podcast in 2019. After over 10 years of federal employment, Allie decided it was time to turn her ideas and passions for photography, marketing, branding, and podcasting into a full-time business. Background. Arden (Allie) has always been creative and dabbled in everything from dancing to writing poetry and fiction, to illustration and photography. I'm really just in love with the act of storytelling, no matter what form it takes. Passion. Arden (Allie) also enjoys teaching others how they can share their stories through branding and marketing, graphics, social media, or podcasting. Creating safe and fun spaces for their clients to be fearless, express themselves and bring their ideas to life is her passion. ___
Wed, October 19, 2022
EPISODE 29 - Co-Host Tiffany Mason - the Benefits of a Podcast Manager and More In this episode we focus in on Guesting Repurposing Content Audiograms vs. Video Clips Static Image/MP3 posts to YouTube Podcast Launches "Create Your Web on The Web" Tiffany helps podcasters with overwhelm, to relinquish control and focus on growth Our Co-Host - Tiffany Mason I am Tiffany Mason, CEO of Virtually You! I am a very skilled Podcast Manager with a passion to repurpose your podcast content to get you maximum exposure from one episode. I help podcasters “Create YOUR web on THE web!” I love working with podcasters who care as much about their podcast as I do! Also, I knew I wanted to walk the walk since I’d be talking the talk with my clients. So I started a podcast of my own titled “Memories with a Beat!” You’ll wanna check it out if you love music and hearing other’s memories. You can "tune in" to it on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Pandora, iHeart Radio, Audible, and other popular podcast platforms. I even have a FB group for podcasters or people who are exploring starting one called Podcast Possibilities. This is a community to ask questions, share new episodes, and explore the challenges and victories we are all facing in the podcasting space! Visit Tiffany here - https://www.virtuallyyouva.com/ ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Wed, October 12, 2022
EPISODE 28 - CO-HOST - Lisa Zawrotny - How to stay engaged with guests beyond the interview In this episode we look at: - How to get more done by doing less - Getting the best out of your guest interviews - building community with your guests (pre and post interview) Lisa is the founder of Positively Productive Systems and the host of the Positively Living Podcast. After experiencing a deeply overwhelming time in my life juggling multiple roles as a caregiver, wife, mother, and business owner, I am now a Productivity + Accountability Coach certified in time and stress management helping other multi-passionate entrepreneurs who struggle to balance business and family. Through my podcast, online programs, and coaching, I show you how to boost productivity and avoid burnout while making it feel simple and sustainable. When I’m not sharing about the wonders of simplicity, self-care, and systems, I’m playing music (lately it’s self-taught guitar or I’m cranking up classic rock), drinking coffee (iced or hot), and watching movies with my husband and kiddos…or reading while trapped under a cat. LISA'S STORY I lived for years with clutter and chaos in my home due to caring for a sick parent (my Mom had Alzheimer’s) while managing a household with husband, kids and cats…all while attempting to run multiple businesses. It was, without a doubt, one of the most difficult times in my life. I survived it by ignoring non-essentials and allowing them to pile up around me. (I later realized I had sacrificed some essentials too.) I let go of as much as I could and focused on keeping my mother and my two very small children safe and well and socialized, though I didn’t always do the same for me. I rode the roller coaster of emotions that comes with constant uncertainty and sleep deprivation, mom guilt and caregiver guilt, and so much more. When my time caring for my mother came to an end, I looked around and was shocked at the fall out. I was ashamed and weary and I didn’t like who I was or want to live like that anymore. I didn’t want my family to live like that anymore. So I set out to change it. And me. I slowly began to care for myself far more than I had for years, exploring holistic remedies and reteaching myself how to embrace rest and balance. I read tons of books and listened to thought leaders and expert organizers who inspired me to clear our space and follow my calling. As I did this, I saw how much it changed my whole family…how much it healed us…and knew I had to help others experience that too. I have lived through extreme stress, mom guilt, self-care struggles, codependency, the caregiver life, corporate world angst, direct sales drama, marital challenges, diet and exercise woahs, entrepreneurial endeavors, and the quest for holistic living in a compartmentalize world that sets us up for burn out. </p
Wed, October 05, 2022
EPISODE 27 - Have you ever come across someone that does what you do, but way better than you? A better singer, a better musician, a funnier comedian, better author, mom, dad, student, employee - the list goes on. What do YOU do when you come face to face with someone better? As a musician I have spent my time in recording studios and on stage, interacting with music lovers, fellow musicians and straight up PROS! It can be a wee bit intimidating when someone is better than you are. We once had a band want a sample of our music before agreeing to have us open for them - the reason why? To see if we were better than the main act - we didn't get the gig by the way... I'll leave this open ended as to why you think that was... In Podcasting we are surrounded by GIANTS! Old School podcasters and up and comers that sweep through our space and suck the air out of the room leaving us, sitting alone, in our podcast space, staring at a mic, a blank screen and our stats thinking maybe... "What am I doing here? They are so much better". I have TWO Responses when I meet a better guitar player or musician (A) Wow they are amazing - I have to go practice and learn more from them, I am so inspired! (B) I am terrible, sell my gear and pack it in, I am so discouraged! Have YOU ever felt this way about someone better in your life? I would love to hear your thoughts on this, your experience and your outcome! I am hoping that this episode helps YOU to be inspired by others instead of being discouraged. Just remember... someone is looking at YOU right now as their inspiration! Yes, it is true! YOU INSPIRE PEOPLE! Even if only 1 person buys your book, listens to an episode of your podcast or shows up for your concert - you are inspiring someone today JUST by showing up! Accept your role! Your community is waiting for you. Hit record, finish the book, get that guitar out of that case and strum - we are here, for YOU! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, September 28, 2022
EPISODE 26 - Co-Hosting with Maria Grove - Get me on Apple, Starting a Podcast and more Topics: How to get started Simple tech discussion Getting my podcast on Apple - how does this all work? Building Community And More! ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Wed, September 21, 2022
EPISODE 25 - This is the full version of my discussion with this episode's co-host, Donnie Lansdale! Donnie hosts 2 podcasts, and after years on the mic on radio, Donnie has jumped to podcasting to build a business in and around his voice and his talents as a audio book voice actor. Donnie shares stories of his early radio days, getting fired for playing a Johnny Cash song (and you thought being cancelled or fired was something new!) Donnie has been using Transistor.fm and Anchor.fm to host his podcasts. For Mixing and Editing, Donnie uses Twisted Wave We talk about what gets newer podcasters discouraged. How many episodes equals success? How important is content in podcasting! Find Donnie here https://www.hawkneststudios.com/ ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Wed, September 14, 2022
EPISODE 24 - Buzzsprout Helps Creators with Better Stats Option Buzzsprout has added a custom option to allow us to view our stats any way we want! Pick a date range or a specific date and see your stats in a new way! If you are a Buzzsprout user, go in and take a test drive with your stats! We also chat about other places to submit your RSS Feed - all hosting aps have their choice of places that they will feed your podcast to - but don't assume that they will do this for you to ALL possible sites, because they don't! I have been compiling a list of other locations to submit your RSS Feed to - you can find this work in progress list on my website - it is a snapshot in time so refer back to it often! Submitting your show to other podcast apps is super easy - if you have any questions, reach out! I mentioned Podpage - here is a link to my Podpage - you can see all the different apps shown where my podcast lives - again if you need help with this let me know! https://www.audacityteam.org/ ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Wed, September 07, 2022
EPISODE 23 - Fun in Audacity - Creating Fake Commercials and Having Some Fun So I love, love, love Audacity! I have been an early user of Audacity - before there were podcasts! Yes! before there were podcasts, I used my Audacity program to mix band rehearsals, edit audio tracks and leverage this great resource to help produce music for all of the various bands and artists that recorded with me! Did I tell you that I love Audacity? Well, it is true - I do! I don't think that I will stray far into another software - I will stick with what works! If you have an Audacity question, hit me up and let's nerd out together! I would love to help you out! So, I was lamenting that I don't have commercial sponsors for my 6 weekly podcasts - yes 6! So, I thought I would make up fake commercials so that I could insert them into my podcasts here and there and play with ad placement etc. Just for fun! I don't have a sales funnel to stuff you into, so this is just for fun! So I give you 3 different commercials - There is a chicken, an alternative to Etsy and a horse! Sounds interesting, right? Head over to my site and leave me a voice message - what did you think of these 3 - which is your fav? If you need a commercial, or you need help with Audacity, reach out! You are not alone! I would love to hear from you! ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Mon, September 05, 2022
EPISODE 22 - Why Static Image Posts on YouTube are the BEST! Woah, Dave have you lost it? Static Images on YouTube? A video first platform? What are you talking about?! You lost me! Ok, ok... settle down class. I know this episode title will trigger all of the élite YouTubers out there and MANY PODCASTERS! But this episode isn't for you! So press stop, and go on with your day! Are they gone?! Ok, let's continue! A static image post on YouTube is simply a picture with an mp3 audio file attached to it. I use a tool I found called One Image Music Video at Start with Canva - they have a free plan, go to templates search for "YouTube Thumbnails" pick a template you like, change the words, colors, images to suit your podcast and download the image! What are the benefits to uploading a static image to YouTube? (1) YouTube has no limits to how many episodes you can upload at one time like a media host does for your audio versions - that is great! (2) Some people (shockingly) listen to videos on YouTube with their phone in their pocket - hold for shock and amazement, I know right?! (3) Your interview guest will not have to wait for your audio episode to release months after the interview (4) YouTube is like a publicly accessible Google Drive or Drop Box! Let YouTube be an external hard drive, back up for your episodes just in case your computer goes wonky and you can't access your completed files - one more tool to have an extra copy of your work! (5) People will find it - and that is good (6) Some guests DO NOT want to be on camera - this is a great alternative! I know that YouTube is a video first platform - I do go back in and upload the actual video interview at a later date - but nobody is waiting on me to do so! WIN WIN! Sorry experts, but this just makes sense AND, it works! Check out more and leave us a voice message on our site! ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Tue, August 30, 2022
EPISODE 21 - Stop focusing on just ONE PLAYER when promoting your podcast - Expand your podcast reach beyond Apple. Don't ignore potential new listeners that do not have access to our use Apple Products! Be Everywhere! A challenge for all podcast hosts... please stop sending your listeners to player apps that they do not use. Don't neglect your other listeners! According to Google, our European listeners are not primarily Apple/iOS users - therefore, if we only shout out Apple at the end of each of our episodes we are only speaking to 32% of listeners in Europe - 67% will check out and feel as if they are not apart of the group and that you are not speaking to them! Embrace your entire audience and don't make anyone feel as if they are not part of your community by asking them to go and do something they can't or don't want to do! Mobile Operating System Market Share in Europe - July 2022 Android 67.09% iOS 32.02% Samsung 0.81% Instead of sending them to 1 single platform, try instead to send them to your own page. Your own website is best - if you are looking for a hands free option, try Podpage! Try Podpage! We have all of our podcasts hosted there. With your RSS Feed address, Podpage will create a beautiful site for your listeners - send your community to your Podpage instead. ___ http://howtopodcast.ca/ Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Fri, August 19, 2022
EPISODE 20 - Stop Doing Interviews? Co-Hosting versus Guest Interviews I am looking for something a little bit different for this podcast! I do plenty of interviews!! With 6 podcasts - each pumping out weekly episodes I get the privilege of interviewing a wide variety of guests! Interviewing is so enjoyable! You get to speak and interact with some of the most amazing people from around the world! For this podcast in particular, I am toying with the idea of having guest co-hosts join the podcast to talk about their podcast journey - not matter where they are on their particular path! We will share ideas together, talk about the latest trends, share tools and tips to grow our show, build community, interview basics, tech, whatever floats your podcast boat! So, if you are interested in co-hosting with me, reach out via the link below! You will see a microphone icon on this site - hit record, send me a voice message and let's take it from there! You in? C'mon, even if you don't have a podcast yet - consider this a podcast test drive! I am looking forward to our discussion! Reach out today!! The co-host seat is empty! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Bonus · Wed, August 03, 2022
Your voice on our podcast! Head over to TrueMediaSolutions.ca and you can leave us a voice message! We want to hear from YOU! We do this podcast for YOU - not for a sponsor. Ad-Free Episodes just for YOU. Leave a comment, a question, a topic idea, a tool or resource, shout out YOUR PODCAST! It is free! We will add your voice to our podcast! We will!! Head over today and give it a whirl! Can't wait to hear your amazing voice on our podcast! ___ How To Podcast Series Website Have a podcast and need a great website? Try Podpage!
Mon, August 01, 2022
EPISODE 19 - Snake Oil, Vacuum Sales, Out Sourcing, and Doing it Yourself The one person that feels that everyone needs a vacuum is... a vacuum salesperson! There are so many podcasters out there that use their podcast to sell their wares - it is effective - you have a community, why not?! I listen to a lot of podcasts - like, a lot. In this episode I share my distain for podcast hosts that seem to have one gear - they want you to buy their program, plan or service - to be your $1000 a month coach, to help them reach $100,000 each month - look, good on you if that is attainable for you - but I am still podcasting for fun, working a full-time night job, running a small business during the day and podcasting every day. Your desire to hit $100k per month is admirable but not my thing. Apps are created daily to help independent podcasters produce their own episodes, hosting sites take care of sending out your podcast, free platforms get your podcast out there - you do not need to buy anything these other podcasts are selling. What is making me wonder lately is how a podcaster that has a "team" that does all their podcast production and promotion for them can allow mistakes from their "team" to go out as content into the world - poor spelling, bad edits in the podcast, obvious mistakes that should have been caught - yes we are human and mistakes happen - but when an expert with a "team" continues to not improve or fix mistakes it makes me question why I would ever pay for their services. So yep, a bit of a rant for you - I anticipate that you might not agree with everything said here, but I just feel that 1000 downloads per episode is not necessary, you making $100k per month is not my concern, sending work to a "team" and paying them a tiny amount of money with exchange rates seems off when there are people in your community looking for work! A podcast is about the listener, not inflated egos, vanity numbers and being beat down if you don't measure up. If you have 1 listener and your content helps them is that not enough? Food for thought. Do your best, forget the rest! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, July 27, 2022
EPISODE 18 - Updating an Old Episode if the Content is No Longer Relevant So what do you do if an older episode of your podcast is no longer relevant, you don't support the program, website or topic that you talked about way back in the day - something has changed - maybe it is you - you've changed. Maybe the service is no longer available or you no longer suggest that people do the thing you spoke about back in the day. Well that happened recently for me right here in episode 18 - this episode was all about my new found fascination with Clubhouse - it was a big deal, but now it is a big time suck filled with nothing burger conversations with salespeople trying to sell to salespeople. So what do you do when your content is no longer relevant? I went in an updated my content and simply replaced the audio, changed the title of this episode and the episode description for one very important reason - I have had countless listeners that have found my show and have gone back to the begining and started listening to the show from episode 1 - and then they find an episode with out of date content that is no longer relevant - so without uploading a new episode 18 and confusing everyone with two versions of this episode I just use the "Replace Audio" option overwriting the old with the new - this keeps my total listens for this episode and leaves episode 18 where it was in my feed with updated content. If you need help doing this with your podcast, reach out to me today - we can jump on zoom, do a screen share and fix this for your show! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 25, 2022
EPISODE 17 - CO-HOST - Ann-Marie Tamrowski Building My Side Hustle and Podcasting This episode features my US Neighbour across the river! Ann-Marie Tamrowski is here to chat about her Side Hustle and all things Podcasting! I hope this conversation and back and forth interview sparks some insight for YOU as you work thru the creation of your podcast! About our Guest: Ann-Marie Tamrowski Multi-Passionate-Mental Health Advocate-Podcast Junkie Ann-Marie helps ambitious and multi-passionate service pros and creatives bring a megaphone to their message and build authority for their brand through podcast guest and media outreach strategy. With a background in business technology sales and strategy for over 20 years, she has keen knowledge and skill in the power of listening. Sales require fine-tuned listening skills that help build that know, like, and trust factor that is the foundation of building relationships. She’s been helping business owners build their brands organically by being part of the fastest-growing content consumption industry in 2021. By 2024, it’s estimated there will be 100 million podcast listeners in the U.S. Her podcast and media outreach management services keep CEOs from spending time in the weeds working on their business so they can focus on working in it. If you are an expert in your field or even a host of your own podcast show, Ann-Marie can help in all the different areas of your outreach and collaboration efforts to help keep clients booking on your calendar and selling your programs. Ann-Marie is a multi-passionate mother and mental health advocate. When she’s not juggling a 9 to 5 and her service-based business, you can find her advocating for mental health as Community Manager (and Board Member) for one of the largest mental health brands on Instagram, A Safe Place Inside Your Head. You can find her spending lots of time with her family in her backyard oasis or tap dancing on stage with her studio friends. She loves to read, write, burn oils, collect crystals, eat tacos, drink cheap wine, and watch funny sloth videos. https://www.annmarietamrowski.com/ Tabletop CEOs Podcast https://linktr.ee/annmarietamrowski ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, July 19, 2022
EPIOSDE 16 - Podcast Interviewing - The Authentic Way to Interview a Podcast Guest Hosting a great interview starts with preparation, curiosity and active listening! If you want to eventually ditch those pre-scripted generic questions that you feed every guest, dump the "rapid-fire", time wasting filler segments and get to the heart of a great interview, check out these practical tips in this episode! If you want to stand out amongst the throngs of interview podcasts then try these steps! If you want something that you have never had you need to do something you have never done and it starts today! Try using a great tool like https://calendly.com/ - the notes feature is a handy way to go paperless and build your show notes in advance as you research your guest! If you host correctly, your guests and listeners will reach out with future guest suggestions and help you fill your guest spots! Happy Podcasting! Dave ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, July 04, 2022
EPISODE 15 - Introverts Unite! How to Podcast - A Guide for Introverts Like Me Are you an introvert? I am! Woah could we swap stories. Google says... An introvert is a person with qualities of a personality type known as introversion, which means that they feel more comfortable focusing on their inner thoughts and ideas, rather than what's happening externally . They enjoy spending time with just one or two people, rather than large groups or crowds. Do you agree? disagree? As a new introverted podcaster the road ahead can seem daunting, overwhelming and in some cases may even cause you to delay or abandon podcasting altogether! In this episode I share some of my thoughts on podcasting as an introvert. You are not alone in this! If you need help please reach out - sometimes it is just the act of connecting with someone else that you feel a common bond with - I would love to help you on your podcasting journey! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, June 14, 2022
EPISODE 14 - Stop Reading To Me - Speak to Me - How to Drop the Script and Connect What is the difference between an "engaged" and a "disengaged" host - If you have ever driven a manual transmission car you know first hand the difference between engaged and disengaged when driving with a clutch! When you are engaged all the gears are connected working together in perfect harmony with great results - disengaged is dangerous! No control! As a podcast host we need to be in the process of working towards less scripted episodes and move to more organic conversations with our guests and our audience - a podcast is not an audible book. Scripted questions in an interview feel forced and fake - again, disengaged. We need to bridge the gap between host and audience with how we show up when we hit record. IT has been said many times - people come to your podcast for the topic but they STAY for the host! Be that kind of host, the kind that connects, is engaged in all facets their podcast and your listeners will come back! You got this! Go be awesome today! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, June 14, 2022
EPISODE 13 - Tips for starting an interview based podcast Starting a brand new interview style podcast with no guests can seem daunting! How do I get a guest when I don't have any episodes? I am willing to help you by being your Podcast Interview Test Dummy! Even if you do not use the interview as a podcast release! Let's create an interview where you can practice with a real person, I can coach you along and give you some great tips to get more comfortable as the host of your interview based podcast! In this episode we also discuss the importance of a pre-interview, what you can learn about your guest by meeting with them separately from the actual interview. Build a bridge with your future guest by pre-interviewing them! I use Calendly to book guests via email, in Facebook #BeAGuest #FindAGuest groups and on my website. Calendly doesn't pay me to endorse them - I just like the ease of use, being able to set up different types and lengths of meetings and then even partner with Zoom to create a zoom meeting within the invite. Be a great host and your guests will direct other potential guests your way. Do your homework, listen to your future guest on other podcasts, get a feel for how they are in an interview, check out their book reviews, watch their movie, listen to their song, check out their YouTube videos - be prepared! A prepared host can drop the scripted questions that bore everyone! You got this! Go create an episode today! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 30, 2022
EPISODE 12 - Podcasting As A Side Hustle - Start Now, build your brand, presence and community before leaving your 9 to 5 Is a podcast a good side hustle? From paid ads and sponsorships to premium episodes and listener donations, there are many ways to earn an income from your podcast. So if you're looking to pivot your business or you want a little side hustle income while you're at home, it's a great time to get in on the podcast action. Why would a podcast side hustle be a valuable use of my time? Transform your passion, expertise, opinion or influence as you build community around your brand! You're passionate about a topic or have something to say. An easy platform to create content. You Can Create Long Form Content. Podcasting Can Help You Build a Personal Brand. You don't need a coaching program, a physical product, a resource or a thing to promote - you have you! You could very well be your next big side hustle idea and success story - and a podcast could get you there! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, May 25, 2022
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Question from Jen Mac - Thoughts on Niching Down, Narrowing Your Focus and How to do this ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, May 23, 2022
EPISODE 11 - Five Elements of a Good Podcast - make podcasting great again! In this episode we look at what it takes to make podcasting great again! 5 elements of a good podcast Focus on the message Serve your audience. Show up and be consistent Go to familiar spaces Don’t fake anything If you are looking for a group of podcasters just like you to help, assist, guide and encourage your podcast journey - hit us up for more info at ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Tue, May 17, 2022
EPISODE 10 - How A Podcast Episode Template Can Help - How a guide can reduce time recreating the wheel Glad to be back with another episode - we focus on the power and benefits behind a Podcast Episode Template A Podcast Episode Template can help you to craft a consistent show - it helps to build structure and s solid base for your listeners, many of which, will go back and listen to your earlier episodes! Make a podcast that offers consistency and keeps your audience coming back! Download your free Podcast Episode Template here! https://truemediasolutions.ca/resources If you are stuck, uncertain, lost or overwhelmed in your podcast journey - join a group of podcasters that are new to the game and building their podcast platform - share ideas, share reviews, build each other up and gain some great pod connections in the process! Podcasters are some of the most giving creators out there! Don't go it alone - click here for a pre-interview to our podcast community - let's see if we are a good fit for you! We use Audacity to mix and master our podcast episodes - it is free! Questions? Ask us! https://www.audacityteam.org/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sat, April 30, 2022
EPISODE 9 - How to Grow a New Podcast - is social media the answer? Many new podcasters are asking how they can promote their podcast and build a audience of listeners from scratch. Social Media is a visual arena, the stands are packed with an audience that have limited attention span and are easily distracted. A podcast listener is actively engaged, committed, habitual, and they have more time to commit to longer format content. If you spend all of your time trying to build a social media community outside of a podcast player app you might be missing the boat! Check out how you can gain listeners, build community and grow while helping your fellow podcasters at the same time! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, April 18, 2022
EPIOSDE 8 - A Question from a listener - How to recover a bad interview - when things go bad how you can get back on course Victoria (from A Contagious Smile ) asked this question " How do you keep the interview going when you are having a challenging time with the person you are speaking with?" In this episode we answer Victoria's question and offer some tips to refloat your podcast if it is taking on water - your guest has given of their time, you have invested time and you want to salvage your recording and maintain this relationship that you have built with your guest - we offer some tips here for you! One of the best ways to avoid potential issues with your recording/interview is to do a pre-interview with your guest - in doing so, you will get an idea of how your guest interacts with you, their audio and video set up, and your chemistry as an early indication of how the interview will unfold! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Thu, April 07, 2022
EPIOSDE 7 - Start with Your Podcast Trailer - What to Include and What to Exclude Creating a podcast trailer is a great way to introduce your podcast to potential listeners and build anticipation for your upcoming episodes. Here are some steps you can follow to create a compelling podcast trailer: Start with a hook: Your trailer should grab the listener's attention right from the start. Start with a hook that highlights the unique aspect of your podcast and why someone should listen to it. Keep it short: Your trailer should be no longer than 60 seconds. You want to give enough information to entice listeners, but not so much that it becomes overwhelming or boring. Introduce yourself and your podcast: Tell the listener who you are and what your podcast is about. This is your chance to establish your credibility and showcase your personality. Highlight your best content: Use clips or excerpts from your upcoming episodes to showcase your best content. This will give listeners a taste of what they can expect from your podcast. Call to action: End your trailer with a call to action, encouraging listeners to subscribe to your podcast, leave a review, or follow you on social media. Edit and polish: Once you've recorded your trailer, edit it to make it sound professional. Add music, sound effects, or other elements to make it more engaging and appealing to listeners. Remember, your podcast trailer is your first impression with potential listeners, so make sure it accurately represents your podcast and captures their interest. ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Wed, April 06, 2022
EPISODE 6 - Five Tips to avoid Podfade - be clear on your why, plan and execute In this episode we discuss five tips to help you to avoid Podfade - be clear on your why, plan and execute a great podcast! 5 Tips to Avoid Podfade 1. Proper Scheduling - be real with your time Have a clear idea of the time required to create good-quality and engaging podcast episodes continuously. The key is to generate consistent good quality episodes that stick to the schedule. Share your podcast release schedule in your trailer so people can know what to expect from you 2. Do You Have Sufficient Content? Specialize in your selected niche, sorry to our American listeners - it is pronounced "niche" not "nitch" - so that whole, "the riches are in the nitches" thing is not really an accurate saying... Your niche is your superpower - why people return to YOUR podcast - why YOU are different than the rest! Ensure that the the niche that you choose is not too broad - if you try to be everything to everyone, you'll end up being nothing to nobody! On the flip side, a niche that is too narrow might mean a shortage of good content . This can either result in stretching too little content into too many episodes or running short of useful content within a few episodes. 3. Adequate Preparation Start your podcasting journey by learning everything possible about starting a podcast. Learning in a vacuum is difficult. It is hard to know all the steps, the pitfalls, the tricks and the wins all by yourself! By joining with like-minded podcasters, you can speed up your podcast launch and growth with the help of others just like you! There is wisdom in the council of others! Join our mastermind! Get the support you need! 4. Batch Record Episodes Recording as many podcast episodes as possible before the scheduled publishing date reduces your workload and ensures that you do not run on a tight schedule every week or month. However, also ensure that your content is not outdated when the previously recorded episodes are published. The possible downside of batch recording, if something topical or important happens you might not be able to address it until you have worked thru your catalog of pre-recorded episodes. 5. Strategize the Show Planning The following strategies can increase the effectiveness and engagement level of a podcast: Publishing the podcast in seasons gives the creators sufficient time to plan, create, and schedule the episodes. - later episode on this… A podcast can include timestamps. If used in show notes, timestamps allow the audience to navigate the podcast and go straight to the sections that interest them. Add transcripts to the podcast episodes to enable
Tue, April 05, 2022
EPISODE 5 - Top Three Causes of Podfade - You are not in this alone! In this episode we tackle podfade and the 3 things that can knock you off of your podcast platform! Three Causes of Podfade... (1) Not enough time (2) Not enough content (3) Not enough Preparation Being a podcaster can be lonely at times - if only there was a group of like-minded podcasters early in their journey that could support you and help you grow faster than you could possibly do on your own... if only... wait. We have you! Go to our website for more! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Mon, April 04, 2022
EPISODE 4 - Naming your podcast, avatars vs listeners In this episode we look at naming your podcast! Here are some tips... - choose a unique name that needs no explanation - if you have to spell it, explain it, describe it, then your title isn't doing the job! - make your podcast title work for you! Don't work for your title! - investigate! Buy the domain for your podcast! We use GoDaddy and Google Domains - easy search options to land your podcast website address/home - grab all your social media handles (even if you are not active on each of them... get them now!) - when a new social media platform arrives - plant your flag there too! - We talk about my total distain for the word " AVATAR " when referencing our listeners! - I do not like the word and will not use it going forward! Yuck. Stop it! - we introduce you to our mastermind that we are building behind the scenes - we are opening 5 spots at the time of this recording - 5 free 6 month spots for new or current podcasters - go to our website for more! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sun, April 03, 2022
EPISODE 03 - What am I signing up for? How many episodes make up a podcast? The question was raised, when I start a podcast, do I have to do the same podcast on a regular basis for the rest of time? Can I talk about this topic for 800 episodes, is that the norm? I don't know if I can do a podcast forever - what are my options? Having a podcast is not a lifetime commitment, you have options. You can do seasons, short collections of episodes (i.e. 10 tips for starting a business with 10 episodes) You do not have to do one specific topic for eternity! It is your show - do whatever you want to do. You are in complete control to shape and run your show! Remember that! Welcome to the How To Podcast Series! Here we share great short-formed podcast episodes designed as bite-sized, easily consumed tips, updates and suggestions to help you grow your community, start a podcast, gear suggestions, podcast platforms, social media, guesting, hosting and so much more! A podcast can continue for years... and years... Is that your plan? Did you think about that when you nailed down your WHY? A podcast can continue to infinity if you want it to, but it can be just like a book, or a movie with a beginning, middle and end. You can have a podcast with 5 episodes - done - complete. You are the master of your podcast destiny! Figure this out upfront and save future frustration and burnout leading to pod-fade! Need help with your podcast beyond the episode? Contact us today! ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Sat, April 02, 2022
EPISODE 02 - What equipment do I need to start a podcast - real answers! Unlike the gurus out there with their affiliate links, begging you to use their links to buy expense gear so they can make a commission - I want you to know that you can start with what you have and then upgrade as you go! You can start for free with a hosting site, record with your phone and earbuds, record a guest remotely for free, even do a video podcast for free using zoom to record yourself via zoom! If you want your podcast to sound better, then yes, you should look into a microphone and better headphones, subscription based services etc. or help producing your podcast to make things easier and better... Those are all options once you are up and going! Don't let your lack of technology get in-between you and your audience. This episode is meant to encourage you to start with what you have and grow as you go! Welcome to the How To Podcast Series! Here we share great short-formed podcast episodes designed as bite-sized, easily consumed tips, updates and suggestions to help you grow your community, start a podcast, gear suggestions, podcast platforms, social media, guesting, hosting and so much more! You have what you need to start a podcast right there in your hand! A smartphone, and internet connection. That is it! You can always upgrade, but you have the tools to start a podcast today, for free, right now. If you think a lack of professional equipment is standing in the way of you creating your podcast you are wrong! JUST START! You will learn more by starting than by hesitating! Need help with your podcast beyond the episode? ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/
Fri, April 01, 2022
EPISODE 01 - First step in the creation of a podcast - know your WHY!? Your why will help you define your how! Having a solid answer to why you are podcasting will give you direction and help you to identify if you are headed in the right direction! - why are you podcasting - why are you focused on the topic you have selected - why should someone listen to your show Welcome to the How To Podcast Series! Here we share great short-formed podcast episodes designed as bite-sized, easily consumed tips, updates and suggestions to help you grow your community, start a podcast, gear suggestions, podcast platforms, social media, guesting, hosting and so much more! The single most important thing you need when creating your podcast is to know WHY!? Full stop! Do not move past this episode or beyond your understanding of why you are interested in podcasting. Without a crystal clear picture of your why, you will struggle, overspend on expensive equipment, get discouraged by low listenership numbers and quit. This happens to many new podcasters - but not you! Why? Because you know your WHY! Need help with your podcast beyond the episode? ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/
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