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In this episode we are going to talk about the podcast swap you haven't thought about.  I've talked about going on a podcast tour before and being interviewed on others podcasts but this swap is a little different.  Instead of replaying an old one of your episodes when you take a break or need a show to post, do this podcast swap.  Not only will you get in front of a whole new audience, it's also...

Recently I took an unplanned month-long break from this podcast to recharge my creatively and revamp my content strategy.  In this episode I talk about my experience in stepping away from the mic for a bit. In my down time I got a chance to think about what was working well, and what I could be doing better.  I was also able to finally create my bank of episodes to have for a rainy day, as well as...

In this episode, we talk about the importance of transcriptions for your podcast episodes. Transcriptions are written formats of audio podcasts and have numerous benefits. They not only increase views and downloads by enhancing SEO and discoverability through search engines like Google, but they also make the content accessible to individuals with disabilities or those who prefer written formats....

Today we dive into the often overlooked aspect of podcasting gear: ease of use. Drawing from story from a recent client interaction, we will talk about the significance of considering the user-friendliness of your equipment.  We will discuss choosing the gear that matches your technical expertise. Constantly dealing with setup issues can take away from the joy of podcasting, and sometimes a simple...

As podcasters, we all know that gaining exposure and expanding our listener base is crucial for success. But how do we tap into the networks of our guests and leverage their influence to reach new audiences? That's exactly what we'll be exploring today. Throughout this episode, we'll discuss the importance of making your podcast easily shareable for your guests. We'll uncover strategies and techni...

We all know how important it is to be consistent with podcasting, but sometimes life gets in the way.  What do you do if you don't have an episode ready by the time you are due to release one? Well with some feedback from a friend, I realized something I did with my other podcast when I had to skip a week could be an opportunity for a lesson here.   What well cover: Why communication with your lis...

After a little break in the podcast, I'm back with another new episode and another new gift for you!  If you haven't started your podcast your going to want to tune in! Podcast Launch Roadmap How to connect with me further: Subscribe to my email list Shoot me a question

Today I got something special for you for my 50th episode! I can't believe its been 50 episodes already.  I also got some good and bad news for you, and a special gift for all you loyal listeners!  Tune in to find out! Your free gift How to connect with me further: Subscribe to my email list Shoot me a question

In today's episode we are going to talk about recording a podcast guest in person.  That's a two person podcast.  If you are usually using Zoom or Riverside to record your podcast guests, but now have a guest in person you may have questions on how to do that.  We will discuss your different options to record that guest and some different gear solutions so that you can record a guest in person and...

Asking for help is always difficult, but it's even harder to do everything by yourself all the time.  Do you podcast alone?  In today's episode we talk about getting some help with your podcast and not doing it alone. Topics: What is a podcast accountability buddy? Why talking to someone is better than doing it alone How problem solving is easier when speaking out loud  A little story about workin...

Today we talk about how a lead magnet can help you collect the information of the people that listen to your show, and how you can serve your audience better by offering them a lead magnet.  Topics: what is a lead magnet  What can you use one for? Should your podcast have a lead magnet? What can a lead magnet do for you The Go-Giver mentality  Examples of lead magnets  Collecting email addresses o...

Today we talk about the hosting and podcast creating site Anchor.  Anchor is owned by Spotify and there has been a lot of controversy about weather it's good or not, but today we are discussing the pros and cons.      Topics we cover: Pros and cons of Anchor Anchors unique features  What I wouldn't use it for What's good about Anchor Free podcast hosting Blog Article I wrote comparing different po...

Today we discuss audio interfaces and if you need one to record your podcast.  We talk about what an audio interface is used for, some of the pros and cons of using one, and more importantly if you are going to need one to record your podcast.   Topics in todays episode: What is an audio interface Do you need an interface to record a quality podcast   Different types of audio interfaces  Which int...

Have you seen those clips of podcasts on TikTok or IG Reels? The ones that show a quick sample of a podcast, and then tease you to go an listen to the full episode?  Today I want to talk about how to make those clips, even if you don't know how to video edit.  It's easier than you might think. Even if you don't post your podcast as a video, you still might be able to make these clips if you record...

In today's episode I want to talk about booking guests on your podcast.  If you have an interview style podcast, where you have a featured guest you interview for each new episode, you know booking guests can be one of the hardest parts of your show.  Finding the right people can be hard sometimes.  Researching people's socials and reaching out to them in hopes for a response is one way to book gu...

Maybe one of the things stopping you from launching your podcast is the fact that a podcast every week sounds like a lot of work, and you just don't think you have the time to commit to that.  How often should you release a podcast?  It seems like to big a task to take on, and therefore you get stuck in not starting.  Well today I'm here to encourage you that you don't need to have a weekly podcas...

Getting your podcast transcribed can help you repurpose your content.  And repurposing your podcast can help you to reach more listeners and grow your show.  There's a lot of transcription services out there to help you transcribe your audio podcast into text, but that cost money/  Today I want to give you a free alternative for all you indie podcasters.  With a little bit of work you can not only...

Today we talk about show notes and how I used to overlook my show notes.  My podcasts show notes were always an afterthought and I never really thought too much about them.  But recently I attended a podcast show notes summit and I learned a bunch of things that I want to share with you all.  Your show notes aren't just for the listener of your show, but also for google SEO to help your show get f...

Today we talk about one of the easiest podcast setups for someone who isn't as technically inclined.  This specific setup I've done with clients in the past, and it is really easy to setup and not have to learn a ton of new things.  Rode NT-USB Mini (amazon affiliate link) How to connect with me further: Subscribe to my email list Shoot me a question Visit my website Check out my blog

In this episode, we're going to be talking about an important and overlooked aspect of podcasting: loudness. We'll discuss why loudness matters, how to measure the loudness of your podcast, and best practices for ensuring your episodes sound consistent on any device. Topics: Why loudness matters in podcasting How to measure podcast loudness (LUFs) Best tools to help you measure  Using the Youlean...

In this episode we are going to talk about the frustrating problem with using a Shure SM7B or RE20 .  And that problem is, it's too quiet!! You just bought this expensive microphone for your podcast and nice audio interface but for some reason when you record, everything seems so much quieter than any other XLR mic you've used.  Well today I explain why it's happening and how you can fix it!   Top...

In part II of tools to help you podcast more efficiently, today we talk about Dubsado .  I use Dubsado to help me schedule podcast guests, automate template emails, and send intro forms to my guests on my podcast.  Dubsado is a CRM made for creatives and it lets me track each podcast guest as a new project, helping me keep everything organized and save time with automations.  Use my affiliate link...

Today we talk about a tool I use to help me manage my own podcast as well as my clients.  Asana is a project management tool that I started using to help me with my podcast workflows.  I put my to do list into Asana to help me track everything that needs to get done to produce an episode, without having to remember it all.  This helps me save time and make less mistakes.  How to connect with me fu...

Today we talk about online recording platforms that can help you record your podcast easier than computer based programs.  They have their pros and cons, so make sure you listen to PT I of this two part series to see which type of program is going to be best for your recording situation. Zoom Riverside Zencaster Squadcast How to connect with me further: Subscribe to my email list Shoot me a questi...

Today we are going to talk about recording your podcast with a computer audio recording program.  These are applications that you download to your computer and allow you to record, edit, and export audio for your podcast.  This is part one of a two part series, in the second episode we will talk about online recording applications.  1. Audacity 2. GarageBand 3. Reaper 4. Adobe Audition 5. Hindenbu...