Podcasting Made Simple

Although podcasts have been around since 2003, in many ways, the podcasting industry is still in its infancy, and we're yet to understand what's coming next. Thankfully, there are signs of what's to come! In this episode, 3 leading experts in the podcasting industry, Courtney Elmer, Joe Casabona, and Vinnie Potestivo, explain their predictions for podcasting's future. Get ready...

In podcasting, there are 4 main questions asked among podcast guests and hosts. The problem is that these are the wrong questions to ask. As a result, podcasters are being misguided. Thankfully, podcast hosts and guests are just one mindset shift away from achieving success! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo shares his unconventional answers to the 4 most common questions in podcasting, unveiling t...

As podcast hosts and guests, we're told that we need to hustle and work harder to reach more listeners and get more opportunities. But this is a lie that has trapped most of us. The solution is to instead seek clarity. In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo and Jasmine Star share a 4-part framework for becoming crystal clear on your purpose. Get ready to start successfully reaching your goals in li...

Podcast guests often have a specific message they want to convey to listeners, but the host takes the conversation in a different direction, so the desired message does not reach the audience. There's a way to ensure that you can work in your intended message no matter where the conversation goes. In this episode, Doug Downs explains the framework for ensuring that you always get to share you...

As podcast hosts, we want our audience and downloads to increase. But this has proven to be difficult to do. Even paid growth options are expensive and yield little results. Thankfully, there's a paid growth opportunity that works and is more affordable than alternatives. In this episode, Megan Shields explains how running Facebook ads to your podcast can grow your listenership. Get ready to...

Many podcast listeners are turned off by guests before the guest even says their first word on a podcast. This is because podcast hosts share long-winded, repetitive, and boring details about the guest in the introduction. But it shouldn't be this way. In this episode, Emily Aborn shares the 4 key elements of a compelling podcast guesting bio that will draw listeners in instead of pushing the...

One of the main reasons podcast episodes are not published by podcast hosts is because, after the recording, they begin editing and quickly realize that there's no way they'll be able to use the guest's audio because of its poor quality. Hosts and guests, there are some simple, and affordable things you can do to ensure this doesn't happen to you. In this episode, Mathew Passy...

Every podcast guest is told that they need to speak in story form. The framework for storytelling is no secret at this point. However, good storytelling, and even powerful stories, do not move an audience. To truly resonate, the story must be relatable. In this episode, Kieron James shares the strategy for positioning your stories in a way that listeners will find them relatable. Get ready to enga...

One of the most desired actions podcast hosts want their listeners to take is to subscribe to their email newsletter. Although this rarely seems to happen, there are a few content adjustments podcast hosts can make to ensure more listeners subscribe. In this episode, Tracy Beavers shares how podcasters can improve their call to action to be more compelling to listeners so they opt-in to their emai...

Most podcast guests would like to hear from listeners. However, a listener will rarely reach out to the guest from even their favorite show. Often, this is because the guest has not properly developed their brand identity. Thankfully, correcting this is a simple process. In this episode, Allen Paul explains how podcast guests can establish a consistent brand identity that builds trust with podcast...

Hosting an interview-format podcast can be challenging because of all the unknowns from the guest seat. You're never entirely sure who you'll get! Thankfully, there is a framework that ensures your conversations with guests flow in a direction that serves listeners no matter what. In this episode, Bob Wheeler explains some techniques you can implement to make you stand out as a great int...

More people are wanting to be guests on podcasts than ever before. Because of this, it's becoming increasingly difficult to stand out in the minds of hosts and their listeners. Thankfully, there's something you can do to make sure you're the guest that is talked about for years to come. In this episode, Brenden Kumarasamy explains what you can do to ensure you're the guest who...

Most podcasters struggle to keep up with all the tasks involved in podcasting; from production to repurposing, it takes most of our free time. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Thankfully, we live in a new era of content creation with AI and automation tools that can do much of the heavy lifting for us so that we can streamline the entire podcasting process. In this episode, Scott Wyden Kivowitz...

The most common question asked by podcast guests and podcast hosts is this: “How do I get more podcast listeners?” Most experts suggest advertising your podcast episodes or paying an agency to help get more eyes on your content, but that's not the best approach. In this episode, Tom Webster shares 5 things you can do today that will cause your podcast and episodes to gain more traction. Get r...

The further you get into podcasting as a guest or host, the more the work involved increases. At the same time, many of us notice a drop in listeners or the number of guesting opportunities we get. Thankfully, we do not have to experience this increase in work while yielding less results; in fact, the opposite can be true! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo shares 6 steps for how working smarter ins...

As podcast guests and hosts, we each have a vision and passion to make a positive impact on the world. However, we often get discouraged because it seems we're not getting closer to achieving our goal. In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo interviews Amy Porterfield about how she went from having no online presence to having one of the most well-known and impactful online brands in the creator spa...

More than ever, podcast hosts are expressing being frustrated by their guests and potential guests. This is because most people who are seeking to be podcast guests approach it with an agenda and expectation of what’s in it for them. This is the wrong mentality! In this episode, Michelle DeKeyser explains how you can better serve hosts and their audiences so you can stand out. Get ready to become...

Podcast interviews that are powerful and impactful for listeners don't happen by accident. Sadly, most interview-based podcasts seem to get interviewing all wrong. But for serious podcasters, there is an opportunity here! In this episode, Marcy Amaro shares the art and science behind what it takes to conduct an engaging interview conversation that draws out the best possible content for your...

Nearly 82,000 new podcast episodes are released and listened to every day. The question on our minds is this: "How do I ensure that my podcast episode is remembered?" In this episode, David Chotka shares that by being concise, incorporating emotion, and including a compelling call to action within the story, you can ensure that listeners remember you and are moved to respond. Get ready t...

Are you consistently podcasting, yet your show doesn't seem to be growing? Many podcasters face the same trouble. Thankfully, there is a simple solution to this problem. In this episode, Andrew Wang shares that the breakthrough you're seeking for your podcast can be accomplished simply by refining and changing your format into something more unique and even revolutionary. Get ready to ex...

Do you ever rewatch your podcast episodes and wonder how you can level up your home studio setup to look more like the pros? Many of us have been there but put it off because we're worried it will be a lot of work and break the budget. But this isn't the reality! In this episode, Junaid Ahmed explains the 4 key elements for enhancing your audio and video so you look and sound like the be...

Have you ever missed time with your family or friends because you were up late working on producing your next podcast episode? Most podcasters can relate! But it's time to ensure this doesn't happen again! In this episode, Joe Casabona explains how you can create and implement automations into your podcast production process so you can begin to reclaim your time. Get ready to cut out 12...

Do you ever feel self-conscious when sharing transparently about yourself? This can be a hindering struggle for many of us! Increasing your confidence as a podcast guest is key to showing up in a way that serves listeners. In this episode, Michael Ashford shares how you can deliver your message with more confidence by addressing specific facts and providing clarity. Get ready to raise your confide...

Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, you cannot get podcast listeners to take action after listening to your podcast? You're not alone! However, by using Monroe's Motivated Sequence, we discover a framework for effectively persuading listeners to a call to action. In this episode, Jennifer Arvin Furlong shares 5 steps for creating a podcast call to action that listeners follow. G...

Do you ever find yourself struggling to connect with podcast hosts? Building your experience as a podcast guest can be tough work! Thankfully, there is a strategic way to ensure you connect better with hosts and their listeners. In this episode, Joel Bouchard shares how philosophical reflection can lead to more productive and fulfilling conversations! Get ready to refine your purpose and approach...