Podcasting for Indie Podcasters: Podcasting Tips for How to Start and Run a Podcast

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In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Ash from Shure about the world of microphones, particularly focusing on Shure's prominent models like the SM7B. Ash explains why Shure microphones have a stellar reputation in podcasting and music production, offering tips for achieving high-quality recordings. The discussion also delves into the importance of environment, microphone proximi...

Back in episode 38, we talked about Apple Podcasts introducing episodic podcast covers - that is, each podcast episode can have its own bespoke artwork; a little bit like a YouTube thumbnail. Nearly a year later, I'm now reviewing the effectiveness of individual podcast episode artwork to see if its made any difference to my downloads or listenership at all. Listen to Ep 34: Is Apple Podcasts Turn...

In this episode, I'm joined by Kendall from Riverside, and we're recording this episode at the Podcast Show London. Kendall and I have been trying to get together for almost a year now to record an episode. Our schedules and timezones just haven't aligned until this event when I basically accosted her at the Riverside booth. No time like the present, right? We start by chatting about the rise of v...

In this longer-than-usual episode, I go through a detailed step-by-step guide on how to start your own podcast from beginning to end. We cover choosing your topic, coming up with episode ideas, naming your show, creating artwork, selecting a hosting platform, releasing your first episodes, promoting on social media, and more. There are so many podcasting tips crammed into this how-to, that even if...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the one and only Mark from Captivate.fm. We kicked things off by discussing the fantastic Podcast Show London 2024 that we were lucky enough to attend. Can you believe Mark has been attending podcasting events like this since way back in 2014? His experience in the industry is truly impressive. I couldn't help but feel a tinge of jealousy wh...

Want your podcast to rank high in Apple Podcast search results? Then this is the episode for you. In this episode of the Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting, I'll share podcasting tips for ranking your podcast in Apple Podcasts search results by targeting specific keywords. You'll learn how to research and incorporate keywords into your show details, episode titles and show notes to increase your visi...

Back in episode 80, I talked about my podcasting costs. It stacked up and some of you guys were outraged! So, I wanted to make it clear that podcasting does not have to be expensive. In fact, I record and edit this episode on free software. And with this in mind, during this episode, I will give you 10 FREE podcasting tools that you should consider using for your podcast production process. Plus,...

Join me as I broadcast live from the Podcast Show London 2024, taking part in a fun Spotify quiz with questions about Taylor Swift podcast streams, growing podcast categories, and more. Discover interesting facts about podcast trends and see how well you can do in this spontaneous quiz! Also, learn which podcast content has seen the most significant increase in global searches and streaming by age...

So often podcasters conduct a podcast interview, publish it, and never think about it again. But what if you could maximise your podcast interview and get multiple episodes out of the same interview? How awesome would that be? It's at least double the content for you, and at least double the exposure for your podcast guest! In this episode, I'll explain how when I interviewed Adam from Podcasting...

Welcome to a bonus episode of the Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting! This episode, I'm sharing eight essential tips to help you prepare for the Podcast Show London 2024 or any podcast event you might attend. First things first, remember to eat amidst the excitement. Networking is crucial, so spend time chatting with others, even if you're attending solo. Don't miss out on exploring the exhibition st...

Let's chat about the potential impacts of a TikTok ban in the U.S. on podcasters. With the uncertainty surrounding TikTok's fate and the evolving social media landscape, I explore whether podcasters should be concerned about the platform's future. In this episode, we will delve into the complexity of the situation, considering political, economic, and social factors. Read the Blog Post: Should Pod...

Are you inadvertently killing your podcast's growth by being resistant to change? Because here's the truth - being creatures of habit, we podcasters often shy away from trying new things, even when our current approach isn't yielding the desired growth that we want to see. In this episode, I'll encourage you to take a critical look at your podcast's performance. If you're not seeing the growth you...

Pitching to be a guest on someone else's podcast can often seem as a daunting task. But when Sarah Hopkinson from CopyHop contacted me to pitch to be a guest, I was blown away by her email. It was specific, to the point, and told me exactly how she'd fit with my podcast and you as the podcast audience. So, in this episode, I chat to Sarah all about how she crafted her pitch. She shares her framewo...

It's safe to say that as a podcaster, marketing your podcast probably takes up most of your time. And the thought of effectively promoting your podcast via email marketing might just sound a step too far. So, in this episode, we're joined by Sarah Hopkinson from CopyHop to discuss the importance of building an email list to promote your podcast, how to build that email list, and how to get your po...

In this episode, I explore the idea of interviewing your competitors on your podcast. When considering this, it's important to differentiate between general competitors and direct competitors. General competitors simply exist in your broader niche and can provide additional perspectives to conversations. Direct competitors target the exact same audience as you and sell similar offerings. If you're...

In this episode, I am going to answer one of my most asked questions: How much time do I need to podcast? So this episode will answer that question and also give you some podcasting tips for your own process for running your podcast efficiently. When researching an episode, I spend a maximum of 30 minutes gathering accurate information. My solo episodes run 10-20 minutes while my guest interviews...

I want to provide you with a detailed breakdown of how much it really costs me to start and run my podcast, The Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting. This episode is honest, and it's gritty. And it's something that not enough podcasters are covering or being honest about. I'm going to be completely transparent and break down every expense - from software subscriptions to website fees. My hope is that t...

Do you experiment enough with your podcast? In this episode, I am joined by Adam from Podcasting Business School to discuss the importance of experimenting more with your podcast. I know it can be scary to try new things, worried you might lose listeners. But be brave - what's the worst that could happen? The worst-case scenario is that your listeners will skip an episode they don't love rather th...

Are you ever hit with shiny object syndrome when it comes to podcasting tech? You know what I mean; you see (or hear) someone talking about another piece of podcasting tech, and you're convinced that switching to something new will propel your podcast forward. But is the grass always greener on the other side? It's a common struggle of podcasters; facing analysis paralysis when it comes to choosin...

I know first-hand how tough it can be to land on the perfect name for your podcast. So if you're struggling to name your new podcast, or wondering if you should rename your existing show, I want to share three crucial podcasting tips to consider: First, ensure your title targets keywords your audience is actually searching for. You want your podcast to appear when listeners search relevant terms o...

Josiah and Travis from Print on Demand Cast join us in this episode to discuss common mistakes in the print-on-demand industry, particularly for podcasters using print-on-demand for their podcasting merch. They share their top podcasting tips for starting print-on-demand services for podcast merchandise and explore different types of print-on-demand products and services and how podcasters can lev...

In this episode of The Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting, I'm joined by Travis and Josiah from Print on Demand Cast to discuss creating merchandise for your podcast using print-on-demand services. They provide practical podcasting tips on getting started with print-on-demand, deciding what products to sell, designing effective merch, avoiding common mistakes, and leveraging merch to promote your sho...

In this week's Tech Thursday episode, I'm talking all about taking short snippets from your podcast episodes and repurposing them as promotional videos for social media, such as Instagram Reels and TikTok. I'll highlight some useful features in Riverside FM, like their Magic Clips tool that automatically selects clips from your episodes that could work well for social media. We will discuss using...

Are podcasting rules even real? In this episode, I reveal the 7 podcasting rules I deliberately break...and how that unconventional approach led my show to exponential growth. You won't find intros, outros, or strict formatting here. Instead, I skip the fluff and focus on quality content that connects with my listeners. I'll share my podcasting tips on why I don't waste money on expensive equipmen...