Podcasting Q&A

In this episode, Travis breaks down the two online interview solutions that we recommend for podcasters. Check out our recommended solutions Zoom Zencastr Need some help with your podcast? Join the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook to get the help you need from podcasters just like you. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should address on a future episode? Text us or email the Buz...

When potential listeners are scrolling through their podcast app first impressions are everything! Make sure your podcast artwork isn't holding you back. Get High-Quality Podcast Artwork Canva Fiverr 99 Designs Need some help with your podcast? Join the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook to get the help you need from podcasters just like you. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we...

Video: 7 Best Places to Get Free Music for Your Podcast A good podcast intro is your first impression with new listeners and convinces them that your podcast is worth listening to. So in today's episode, we'll cover the basic elements that every podcast intro needs so you can create the perfect intro for your show. Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be feature...

Have you ever wanted to interact with the people that listen to your podcast? With Facebook groups, you can! Need some help with your podcast? Join the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook to get the help you need from podcasters just like you. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should address on a future episode? Text us or email the Buzzsprout Podcaster Success Team at support@buzz...

Every January people take up new resolutions to improve their life in some way. Today we'll talk about three resolutions you can make that will grow your podcast and help you reach your goals. Watch the Buzzsprout webinar - "10 Tips to Grow Your Podcast Audience" Need some help with your podcast? Join the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook to get the help you need from podcast...

One of the smartest (and easiest) ways to come up with relevant episode topics is to figure out what dates, events, or holidays matter to your audience and create timely content around them. Need some help with your podcast? Join the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook to get the help you need from podcasters just like you. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should address on a futu...

How do you get that professional studio sound quality in the convenience of your own home? Choose a recording space with lots of clutter. Need some help with your podcast? Join the Buzzsprout Podcast Community on Facebook to get the help you need from podcasters just like you. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should address on a future episode? Text us or email the Buzzsprout Podcaster...

Launching a podcast is an exciting accomplishment! But it can be discouraging if you don't get the support you want from your family and friends. In this episode, Jordan and Angie Griffith talk honestly about family support and how to stay positive when the people in your inner circle don't cheer you on! Thanks, Vineeta, for your question! Vineeta's podcast is launching soon! Follow...

In this episode, Joshua asks, "in a niche with lots of competition, what's something we can do to stand out?" Thank you, Joshua, for your question! You can check out his podcast, 4th and Flex Fantasy Football Podcast, here: https://4thandflexpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ Special thanks to our guest, Arielle Nissenblatt! Arielle is the founder of Earbuds Podcast Collective & Co-Host of...

In this episode, Badr Milligan joins Jordan to brainstorm how to start a second podcast or leverage your current show's success when new podcast inspiration strikes! Thanks for your question, Kelly! You can find Kelly's podcast, This vs. That: Wedding Decisions with Kelly McWilliams here: https://www.kellymcwilliams.com/blog/this-vs-that-wedding-podcast Guest Badr Milligan Host of The Sh...

Getting a big-name guest, whether it be a celebrity or industry expert, can seem impossible to an indie podcaster. Our guest, Angie Griffith, shares her top tips for landing the guest interview of your dreams! Thanks to Jenna Duddleston for the question! You can find her podcast, Bar Talk with Jenna, here: https://bleav.com/shows/bar-talk-with-jenna FIND ANGIE ONLINE: Follow and listen to Podfluen...

Conferences are a great opportunity to learn new things, network with other podcasters and get inspired. In this episode, Arielle Nissenblatt joins Jordan to discuss the top podcast conferences to attend, no matter your location or budget! Thanks, Patricia, for the question! You can listen to her show, Preppy Podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1004692 Special thanks to our guest, Arielle Nis...

In this episode, Ross asks "where can I get free music & what is the best editing software?" for a podcasting project. Thanks for your question, Ross! Guest Badr Milligan Host of The Short Box Podcast Twitter: @TheShortBoxJax Check out his podcast here: https://www.theshortboxpodcast.com/ EDITING TIPS Buzzsprout Podcast Editing Playlist EDITING SOFTWARE Audacity Free, open source aud...

In this episode, Andrew asks, "what are the pros and cons of episodic artwork?" Thank you, Andrew, for your question! You can check out his podcast, The Family Histories Podcast here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1712992 FIND ANGIE ONLINE: Follow and listen to Podfluencer Society at: https://www.podfluencersociety.com Connect with Angie online at: https://beacons.ai/theactualangie/socialme...

In this episode, Buzzsprout support team members Gilon & Priscilla join Jordan to answer some of the most asked questions about podcast directories! Questions answered in this episode: Does Buzzsprout submit my podcast to directories for me? What is required to get listed? How long does it take to get listed across all directories?  Why am I not listed yet in a specific directory yet? What can...

In this episode, Mary asks, "do you have any tips for audience engagement?" Thank you, Mary, for your question! You can check out her podcast, Stop Drinking & Start Living here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/894589 Guest Gill Tietz Host of Sober Powered Podcast, where she uses science, psychology, and compassion to help you understand why you struggle to moderate, why it's so hard...

In this episode, Kate Casey joins Jordan to share her strategies for getting celebs to promote their guest interviews on her podcast!  Thank you, Marie, for your question! You can check out her podcast, Culture and Leadership Connections here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/202666 Guest Kate Casey Host of Reality Life with Kate Casey, where she interviews the directors, producers, and stars of unscrip...

In this episode, we give tips on how to craft the perfect pitch email to grab the attention of a potential sponsor.  TIPS FOR MAKING A GOOD FIRST IMPRESSION Do your research: look into the brand to be sure they are a good fit & customize the pitch with information about the potential sponsor Look the part: use a pitch deck or one-pager to show you mean business! Check out our previous episode...

In this episode, we give tips on how to create a simple yet effective pitch deck or one-pager to send to potential sponsors. PITCH DECK Here are some sites that have pitch deck templates: https://www.beautiful.ai https://www.canva.com https://slidebean.com https://www.google.com/slides Slides to include in your pitch deck:  TITLE: Podcast Artwork, Name, & Tagline ABOUT: Short summary, podcast...

Want to create a podcast promo but not sure where to even start? In this episode, Buzzsprout Head of Marketing, Alban Brooke, joins Jordan to give tips that are sure to make your promo shine! Things covered in this episode & links: WRITE A SCRIPT A podcast promo must be 12-40 seconds long, so be concise with information.  5 Things to Include: Podcast name One-sentence description Who the podca...

In this episode, Claire asks how to make the most of the QR Code she purchased for her podcast. To listen to Claire's podcast, From the Horsebox, visit her website: https://fromthehorsebox.buzzsprout.com/ Have a question? Record & submit your question at podinbox.com/buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode! Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should address on a future epis...

In this episode, Joshua asks, "Exactly how important is transcribing?"   Thanks for the question, Joshua! You can check out Joshua's podcast, 4th and Flex Fantasy Football Podcast here: https://4thandflexpodcast.buzzsprout.com/ What podcast transcripts do: make your content more accessible to listeners who are hard of hearing. boost SEO so search engines like Google can find your co...

Buzzsprout Head of Marketing, Alban Brooke, joins this week's episode of Podcasting Q&A to give SEO (Search Engine Optimization) tips and how to optimize your podcast's discoverability with easy SEO techniques. Thank you, Taylor for your question! You can check out Taylor's podcast, Eros Rising, at https://www.taylorjohnson.life/podcast/ Links & Resources:  PodNews: SEO data...

Co-founder of Buzzsprout, Tom Rossi, joins this week's episode of Podcasting Q&A to explain how RSS Feeds work & different ways to create a Private RSS Feed.  Thanks to Ryan for the question! You can check out Ryan's podcast, AntiArt Podcast at  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1636159 Links & Resources:  6 Best Ways to Create a Private Podcast Have a question? Record & submit...

In this episode of Podcasting Q&A, Jordan and Krystal answer a question from Mel about how to keep your podcast interesting. Special thanks to the Queen of Content, Krystal Proffitt, of the Proffitt Podcast and The Poddy Report for her amazing insight! You can also find her at www.krystalproffitt.com ! Links & Resources:  75 Podcast Ideas and Topics to Explore in 2022 20 Unique Podcast Seg...