Podcasting Q&A

Visual soundbites, or audiograms, are a great way to promote your podcast on social media. But sometimes, it can be hard to choose the right clip or artwork to share. In this episode of Podcasting Q&A, Jordan and Alban answer three questions from Charles, the host of JUMP...Success is Waiting! , about selecting what soundbites to share, what length they should be, and what kind of artwork work...

You've spent all this time creating a podcast, but now you want to make sure your show is being listened to. In this episode of Podcasting Q&A, we discuss 5 ways to grow your podcast that don't cost money. Resources from the episode: How to get into every podcast directory How to Get Booked on Podcasts PodMatch.com How to Grow Your Podcast by Using TikTok Podcast Marketing: 100 podca...

Video: How to choose the right podcast category Many podcasters launch their show hoping to appeal to as many listeners as possible. However, when you try to appeal to everyone, you often end up appealing to no one in particular. So in today's episode, we're going to help you niche down so that you can get your podcast to connect to the right people. Record your podcasting question at Sp...

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Video: How to get more podcast ratings and reviews Whether you're in the beginning stages of your podcast journey or if you've been podcasting for some time now, you might wonder, "What's the best way to measure the success of my podcast?" Of course, success is defined differently for all of us. So in this episode, you'll learn some helpful metrics for gauging the suc...

Video: How to make your podcast one-of-a-kind Whether you're just starting out or you're on your 50th episode, it can feel like a slog coming up with unique topics for your show. So in this episode, we'll cover four easy strategies for generating new podcast topics. Keyword Research Tools: Keywords Everywhere Answer the Public Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should addr...

Blog Post: Facebook Podcasts Updates Marketing your podcast tends to be an afterthought if you are new to podcasting and if you're a seasoned podcaster it tends to be the chore of your passion project.  However, marketing is an integral part of running a successful podcast and Social Media Marketing provides a crucial touch point with current listeners and gives you the opportunity to get in...

Video: How to land great podcast guests Having an occasional or rotating cast of guests is a great way of adding value to your podcast. A great guest can bring a fresh perspective, new information, and captivating stories for your listeners. And inviting a well-known or established guest on your podcast can help you grow your audience, especially if they share that episode of their audience. But b...

Video: How to Record a Podcast Remotely [The Ultimate Guide] Guide: Download Sarah's Podcast Pitch Email Template The truth is your favorite interview podcast is always looking for their next great guest. So in this episode of Podcast Q&A, we'll break down what you need to do to get noticed and to land that next guest spot. Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout...

Have you ever tried to explain what a podcast is to a friend or family member? Here's a quick breakdown of how podcasting works and how you can easily find and listen to new shows. Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should address on a future episode? Text us or email the Buzzsprout Podca...

Video: How to Start a Podcast: The Step-by-Step Guide [2022] To say podcasting is a growing or popular medium and hobby would be an understatement. Spotify alone claims have added more than 1.2 million new podcasts in 2021. You may be among that group of inspired and motivated future podcasters right at the cusp of starting your own show, and you just need that extra push. In this episode of Podca...

Video: Top 5 Podcast Interview Questions It may seem like getting a guest on your podcast is really simple, right? Send an email and that's it. But the truth is, there are quite a few more steps if you want to seamlessly book your guest, have them have such a great time on your interview that they're excited to share your show, and follow up with them when the episode is actually publish...

Oftentimes, it's not until you begin the research portion of starting a podcast that you realize podcasting has its own language. What is an RSS feed? What is a directory? Why do I need a hosting site? No problem. We are going to go over those terms and more to make sure that you can knowledgeably start your podcast (and impress all of your friends). Record your podcasting question at Speakpi...

Felice from Action Packed Travel asks, "How can I monetize my podcast without doing ads or affiliate promotions?" Ads and affiliates are two popular ways to monetize your podcast, but that doesn't mean they are always the best strategy. Depending on how large your audience is and the payouts offered by the affiliates you choose, you might be better off trying something else. So in t...

There's a lot of moving parts to a podcast, and it can be difficult to fit all of those tasks into your life. So in this episode, we're going to help you break through the overwhelm, so that you can create a show that lasts and overcome "podfade." Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or que...

For many podcasters, building a show successful enough to be acquired by a major podcast network is #goals... But if you're someone who likes to create your own opportunities, there's nothing stopping you from building your own podcast network and connecting with other creators in your space. So in this episode, we'll explain the decisions you'll need to think through to create...

Apple Podcasts is one of the largest podcast directories in the world and accounts for millions of downloads every month, so it's important that your podcast is available on their directory. With that said one of the biggest obstacles and headaches a new podcaster can experience when first trying to get the show off the ground are delays and getting listed in Apple podcasts. So in this episod...

Instagram is a great way to promote your podcast, and there are plenty of features you can utilize to create an engaged audience and build awareness for your show. So in this episode, we're going to look at some ways you can effectively promote your podcast using Instagram Stories. Links from this episode: Buzzsprout's Visual Soundbites Wavve Headliner Record your podcasting question at...

If you've been podcasting for any amount of time, you already know that creating content is sometimes the least of what you do. Getting that amazing content in front of your audience and potential listeners is another big piece of what goes into podcasting and social media marketing can be a free, accessible way to do that. So on this episode, we are going to show you the key steps to setting...

Transcripts are a word for word manuscript of your podcast, so creating transcripts from episodes of your podcast is a great idea if you're looking to increase your show's discoverability. So in today's episode, you'll learn about three of the best transcripts and services available to you. Transcription Services we recommend: Otter.ai Rev Happy Scribe  Record your podcasting q...

For the past five months, you've all been asking the same questions (including some of the questions we've been asking ourselves) What is Facebook podcasts? How does it work? And how do I get listed? Well, Facebook just made some big changes. So in this episode, we're going to answer those questions and explain how to add your podcast to Facebook. Check out our Facebook Podcasts blo...

Dana asks, "What's the best way to promote a brand new podcast?" There are so many podcast marketing strategies out there, it's difficult to know which strategy will be most effective for your show (ESPECIALLY if you're launching a brand new podcast). So in this episode, we'll share six proven strategies that you can use to lay a solid foundation and start your show o...

When should you monetize your podcast? That's the million dollar question, or probably more appropriately the $1,000 question, and it's a question that we get a lot at Buzzsprout. So in this episode, we'll break down the benchmarks we recommend for independent podcasters before they start pursuing monetization. Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featur...

What are you supposed to do when you run out of ideas of things to talk about on your podcast? In this episode, Travis and Gilon will share their best tips and strategies so you never run out of ideas. Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode. Review Podcasting Q&A in Podchaser or Apple Podcasts to let us know what you think of the show. Se...

If you're about to start a podcast and have started putting the pieces in place (podcast name, artwork, first episode, etc.) you may be wondering... "When is it good enough to publish?" So in this episode, Travis shares some thoughts for when to hold back publishing your first episode and when you should go full-speed ahead. Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprou...