Podcasting Morning Chat | Real Podcasters, Real Podcasting Advice

In today’s episode, we explore the impact of affiliate marketing for podcasters and industry news such as the latest AI developments and podcasting events. We share whether affiliate marketing truly pays off and explore brand new updates in AI and social media tools that are shaping the future of podcast content creation and what it means for your audience.  Episode Highlights: [2:35] Mailbag Ques...

In today's episode, we discuss the art of turning interviews into captivating narratives that'll keep your listeners hooked. We also break down the latest ChatGPT update, ChatGPT 4o, and how it may revolutionize the way you podcast. How do you transform a simple Q&A into a compelling story? Our panel shares their tried-and-true techniques, from thorough guest research to strategic ques...

In today’s episode, we kick off with an ice-breaker question for my co-hosts about what challenges they’re facing as podcasters and what steps they are taking to solve them. We continue the discussion with some mailbag questions and also share ways to boost social media engagement through tailored content, how to capitalize on guest appearances to extend your reach, and end with great advice for c...

In today’s episode, we discuss an essential part of podcasting — handling listener feedback and reviews. Our community gives great advice for incorporating positive feedback subtly in your episode, the value of sharing negative feedback when it's constructive, and some ways to seamlessly integrate these points into your conversations. Since it’s Friday, we will also share and celebrate our rec...

Do you dream of seeing your listeners sporting your podcast's merch? Whether it's t-shirts, mugs, or stickers, creating merchandise is a fantastic way to spread your brand and foster a deeper connection with your audience. However, the path to merch success is paved with pitfalls that make many podcasters stumble. Today we’ll guide you through the dos and don'ts of selling podcast merc...

Join us on today's special episode of PMC, where Dominic Lawson and Nick Nalbach step in to host, bringing a fresh and engaging twist to our regular programming. Dive into discussions on podcasting techniques, character studies from old sitcoms, and marketing & advertising strategies. Episode Highlights: [4:31] Ice-breaker: If you had the chance to interview somebody a TV or movie characte...

In this episode, we discuss podcast awards with moderator Dominic Lawson, a master of the craft with 23 awards to his name. Together, we explore what sets an award-winning podcast apart—think top-notch production, riveting stories, and real engagement with listeners. Dominic dishes out invaluable advice, from picking the perfect award categories to mastering the application process, and even how t...

In this episode, we discuss podcasting tools as well as podcast sponsorships to help you navigate the logistics of podcasting. We’ll explore when it’s time to upgrade your podcast's video and audio quality, along with insightful advice on securing sponsorships that fit your brand. Episode Highlights: [2:47] Ice-breaker: Do you acknowledge May the Fourth as Star Wars Day? And did you celebrate...

Are you spending way too much time producing each episode of your podcast? You're not alone! In this episode, we dig into the mailbag and tackle audience questions all about finding time-saving hacks for podcasting. From dealing with an overload of project files to managing intense pre-production prep, we share real-life strategies for streamlining your workflow. You'll hear valuable tips...

Today, we’re digging into some important updates and practical advice for all you podcasters out there. We'll chat about the upcoming Empowered Podcasting Conference—remember, early bird tickets are ending soon—and we've got a great question from Serena who’s curious about avoiding common newbie mistakes in podcasting. Plus, I’ll sprinkle in some of the latest podcasting news, including th...

Today’s episode kicks off with an ice-breaker where we ask our community members to describe their podcast’s style. Then we move into an interview of sorts with one of our community members, Jonathan Howard. Jonathan shares with us how he curated his own signature style in podcasting, valuable tips for content creation on social media, and the impact of how storytelling led to significant changes...

In today’s episode, we cover a wide range of topics as we go through the mailbag and hit some great questions from the community. First, we ask a simple but in-depth ice-breaker to find out some motivations behind why we podcast. We’ll also share various tools and suggestions to optimize your podcasting processes such as equipment, software, and documentation tips. Then the community provides some...

In today’s episode, we answer a question from the community mailbag regarding podcast recording schedules and share our thoughts about batch recording episodes. Nick and I will recap our time at Stacy Sherman’s ‘PodXperience’ event from 4/25 and our takeaways. And, of course, the community will share their podcasting wins from the week such as landing awesome guests to interview and hitting downlo...

In today’s episode, we’re taking our own advice from yesterday’s show and doing something different with our intro music, making it shorter and getting straight into our chat faster than ever. Nick and I will share our thoughts on why this might be the key to a more engaged audience. Then we’ll share insights and innovations for podcast events. After just attending one, I have some strategies to s...

In today’s episode I initially planned to pull questions from our listener mailbag. However, as it often happens, our pre-mailbag conversation took center stage, which turned into an awesome discussion that we just couldn't cut short. The community shared their opinions about podcast intros and why we should or shouldn’t have one and what the intro should include. Episode Highlights: [9:06] Po...

In this morning’s chat, we start off with an icebreaker question to our community members asking them to share their podcast listening habits. Such as how many episodes they’re listening to each week and how they decide which one is next. Then, we’ll shift gears to moving from audio only to video podcasting and share some equipment tips that could help you with that change. Episode Highlights: [5:...

This morning, we shared this question, “What are 1-3 milestones or indicators that would signify success for your podcast?” It set the stage for an engaging discussion on the milestones that define our success in podcasting. In this episode, our community shares how they gauge their podcast's impact and how they have celebrated small victories along their podcasting journey. Episode Highlights...

In today’s episode, we’re covering a topic that every podcaster struggles with: how to balance the spotlight between the host and the guest. We’ll share insights from our community and discuss three key areas: improving guest engagement, the host’s role in leading the conversation, and the ins-and-outs of sharing topic knowledge between host and guest. Episode Highlights: [7:17] Enhancing audio qu...

In today’s episode we cover a few different topics starting with a great discussion on podcast naming. Amanda Yoa asked in the Facebook group for advice on rebranding her podcast and making the name capture the essence of her and her show. Then we dive into the podcast news discussing new podcast tools and equipment, including recommendations from the community. Plus, ‘Mick’ from The AI Briefing p...

In this episode, we talk about YouTube and podcasting with a focus on the growing success of Nick’s new show, "The AI Briefing." We also compare YouTube and Apple Podcasts, weighing up audience reach, content management, and monetization. Is YouTube on its way to being a preference for podcasters? Plus, we hash out the age-old debate: laptops or desktops for podcast production; based on...

In this episode, we dive into the unique challenges faced by podcasters of color, underscoring the importance of community support and the nuances of inclusivity in podcasting. Sparked by last Friday's conversation, today's discussion offers deeper insights into representation and equity within the podcasting sphere. Episode Highlights: [7:28] Podcasting and representation, with a focus on...

This morning we focused on an important question, “How has your journey as a podcaster helped you grow personally or understand yourself better?”, and the room members got right into the personal changes they’ve experienced through podcasting. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, today's reflections will offer valuable insights into the rejuvenating power of rememberin...

Many podcasters can often hit that wall when trying to infuse your episodes with that storytelling magic that just hooks your audience. Today, we're tackling that head-on with the storytelling maestro, Cary Munk. We’re also diving into the nuts and bolts of what makes a podcast truly resonate—things like the essence of a compelling story, the power of starting with the end in mind, and yes, th...

Today, in addition to covering the latest podcast news, we explore those certain things other podcasts and podcasters do that cause us to press stop and move on to the next show. Episode Highlights: [3:39] Ice-breaker: Continuing the discussion from yesterday,  What’s an instant turnoff when you listen to a new podcast or watch a new YouTube channel? [4:20] Audio quality as an instant turnoff for...

In today’s episode, we turn to our members for insights on Nick Nalbach’s new AI-created podcast, ‘The AI Brief’. He's asking for the different assets we produce in conjunction with our podcasts. In our next segment, we ask our community members to put on their 'listener/viewer hats' as we discuss when, where and why we consume podcasts, what apps we use to play podcasts, and podcasts...