Pod like a Pro

Making a podcast is a lot of work, so how do you take a break without it impacting in a negative way? In this episode we talk about the importance of scheduling breaks and what to do if something unexpected happens and you need to take a break sooner. In this episode you'll learn: How to strategically think about taking time off from teh podcast What to do when an emergency happens How to say...

Wouldn't it be great if someone could pay you for all your podcasting hard work? Of course it would! In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Liz Clarkson talks to entrepreneur and business coach Kate Toon about her success in podcasting and how to go about sponsorship. In this episode you'll learn: Why Kate Toon thinks podcasting is one of the best tools for business. When to know you're re...

Editing is often seen as the most painful part of the podcast process. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode we talk through some basic editing knowledge and share tips on how to create a seamless editing process. In this episode you’ll find out: The one thing you need to do to create pain free editing The different types of editing tools that you can use Some quick tips to make sure...

If you're starting out on your podcasting journey or learning the craft, it can take a bit of courage to ask high profile people to come onto your show. Lauren Eyles is an Executive Coach and Mentor and she's just been through this experience. Lauren has launched The Female Executive's Survival Guide. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Lauren talks to Nat Little about approaching people and podcas...

Do you make podcast episodes that stand up to the test of time? If so, you may want to think about how you can use and reuse this content. If not, maybe it’s time to get started. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Nat and Liz talk about how evergreen content can work in podcasting. They discuss: The power of creating a really well produced series that can be used over and over again How to repurpo...

There’s no doubt that the podcasting ecosystem is evolving, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. In this episode Liz talks to podcasting mentor and consultant, Lyndal Harris about how things have changed since she started helping people with their podcasts in 2015. In this episode you’ll find out: While there’s a lot more podcasts around these days, it’s far from a saturated market Why storytel...

Want to start 2025 in a good position to maximise your podcast? January is the perfect time of year to reflect on your podcasting journey so far, and then to set meaningful goals for the year ahead. In this episode, Liz and Nat discuss: How to conduct a podcast audit to evaluate what’s working and what could be improved. Setting non-number-based goals for your podcast in 2025, from building indust...

Although podcasting is an intimate medium perfect for people listening on their own, there is a growing appetite for shared listening experiences. PodPoll 2024, from Deadset Studios, found that 57% of Australian listeners are looking for content for co-listening. In this episode of "Pod Like a Pro," Liz and Nat talk about ways you can create shareable podcast experiences. Link to your free podcast...

Do you want to know the secrets behind an award winning podcast? You're in luck because Carter is the host of Touched Out, which took out the parenting category at the 2024 Australian Podcast Awards. He spoke to Nat Little, from Pod and Pen Productions, about how he started the show and why authenticity is important when making content. This episode discusses mental health and is general in nature...

You've put in all the effort to make a podcast, so you want to create some buzz before you launch to attract listeners! A proven way to do this is to make a podcast trailer. In this episode of the Pod like a Pro Podcast Liz and Nat, from Pod and Pen Productions, reveal how creating a podcast trailer creates anticipation, builds audience and adds a professional air to your pod. You'll also hear a r...

Have you got a message you want to share with the world? With podcasting, you no longer have to wait for traditional media to pick up a story.  The power is in your hands. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Liz Clarkson talks to host of the Law Matters Podcast, Catherine Henry of Catherine Henry Lawyers, about how to use your podcast as a way to educate and debate matters of social justice. In thi...

Should your podcast take a hard earned break at the end of the year? No!!! Why? Because you could be missing out on great opportunities to reach content hungry listeners who have more down time over the holiday break. In this episode Liz and Nat from Pod and Pen Productions take you through: * why it's good to keep going. *how to make the production process easier when you're tired. *how to make s...

If you’re a podcaster you might have spent time wondering where podcasting is up to in Australia going into 2025. Wonder no more. Podpoll24 is an annual survey of the Australian podcast market. A collaboration between Deadset Studios and Insightfully, it looks at who's listen and how they listen in Australia today. In this episode, Liz and Nat talks to Kellie Roirdan from Deadset Studios about the...

The Podcasting space is changing all the time, so how do you respond to the changes and still sound at the top of your game? In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Nat and Liz from Pod and Pen Productions share a personal challenge and how it led to them producing a better product. They share three key tips: Try new things. It’s ok to change if something isn’t working.  It’s a journey of continual imp...

Can you make a podcast an award nominated podcast? The answer is yes, but unless you’re an audio and storytelling specialist, you might need some help. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Pod and Pen Production’s Liz Clarkson talks to Sarah Spence, CEO and Founder of digital marketing agency, the Content Rebels and host of the Content Rebels Podcast. Pod and Pen Productions made the first season of...

Why is a podcast like a piece of string? Because when it comes to length there are many variables to consider. In this episode Liz and Nat from Pod and Pen Productions answer their very first listener question from Kate from Umina, NSW, Australia. As Liz says, podcast episodes should be as long as they need to be and not a minute longer! Because you need to respect the time of your listeners. But...

Ever wondered what it was like to be a podcaster back in the day? Wonder no more. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Liz Clarkson talks to veteran podcaster, Tim King who started podcasting in the birth year of the podcast, back in 2004. In this episode Liz talks to Tim about: Why niching in podcasting rocks How podcasting has changed and stayed the same Why even if you’re not sure if you should m...

Podcast hosting is all about?...LISTENING! You might think that talking clearly (like a smooth operator) is all you need to focus on. And it’s true that you need to speak confidently, authentically and with genuine curiosity. But to be able to do all that, you need to listen with full awareness. Listening is fundamental in all phases of podcast production. In this episode of the Pod like a Pro pod...

Want to a start a podcast but don't feel that you're ready to be seen or heard? Worried that you don't have enough expertise in your field? These are totally normal feelings that many people experience, including Crystal Wong from the Melbourne Schools Podcast . Although Crystal had built a highly successful community and website around her passion for education. Her fear was holding her back from...

So many mics. So little time to choose one! Audio technology paralysis is one of the major barriers to starting a podcast for many people. In this episode Nat and Liz, from Pod and Pen Productions, help you past tech overwhelm by talking about what you actually need to record professional sounding audio. Nat and Liz say no matter what you decide to go with, the important thing is that you learn ho...

Launching a business is hard work. So is launching a podcast. But what if you decided that the best way to market your new venture was to launch both at the same time? That’s what the fabulous Leanne Faulkner has done. In this episode of the Pod Like a Pro podcast, Liz from Pod and Pen Productions talks to Leanne about starting a podcast as a marketing tool for her business and why learning throug...

Expect the unexpected! It’s a phrase that is key to attract and keep an engaged audience to your podcast. Listeners want fresh insights and perspectives especially on topics and people they are familiar with. Coming with unique unexpected topics is the way to achieve this. In this episode Nat and Liz from Pod and Pen Productions share their secrets on how you can easily do this by: Brainstorming i...

There is no one better at being you than you! It sounds like a throw away statement but it’s true when it comes to podcasting. Mardi Lee is the voice behind the sustainability podcast, Renewy Living  In this episode Mardi talks to Nat Little about how she got over the overwhelm and how she is finding her own style and voice through making her pod, which has just launched. As Mardi says, it's i...

All great journeys start with a map, and when you’re talking about podcasts, your map is your strategy. In this episode, Nat and Liz from Pod and Pen Productions talk you through the three most important aspects of your podcast strategy and how to come up with some quality answers. As Nat says, “We have conversations all the time, surely I just have to hit record and it will work, but it doesn’t....

How do podcasts and PR work together? Show Description: Podcasting can be a powerhouse for creating content and getting your name out there. So what does a PR expert think about the power of podcasts? Today Pod and Pen Production’s Liz Clarkson talks to Erin Huckle from Chuckle Communications. Erin has recently launched her on podcast, PR with Purpose. In this episode Erin talks about: How podcast...