Podcasting Q&A

While most podcast episodes are recorded from home, the office, or over the internet, one fun way to change it up is to record in front of a live studio audience! So in this episode, Badr and Travis discuss the pros and cons of recording with a live audience and how to pull off a successful show. Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode. Review...

What should you do if you've been podcasting for a little while, and you realize that your audience just isn't growing anymore? No matter what you do, or how good the episodes are, you're not getting more listeners and more downloads for your podcast. In this episode, we're gonna talk about three things that you can do to break out of that plateau and keep growing your podcast....

When it comes to interviews, it can often feel like snagging the guests is the most intimidating part of the process. But once you got the guest, what do you do? How do you make the most of that moment with them? You ask quality questions. So in today's episode, we're going to give you five amazing questions to help you maximize the time that you have with your podcast guests. Record you...

There are so many options out there for recording long-distance podcast interviews it can be difficult to know which one will best fit your needs. That's why in this week's episode of Podcasting Q&A, Gilon breaks down our top 3 remote recording software options and helps you decide which one you should go with. Software We Recommend: Zoom Riverside Squadcast Record your podcasting qu...

In this episode, we'll show you how to record, edit, and publish a brand new podcast using only free tools and software. Everything you need to get started: GarageBand (iOS) or Audacity (Windows, iOS) to edit your podcast Canva to design your podcast artwork Free places to find royalty free music Buzzsprout to host your podcast Dive deeper with these videos: How to Edit a Podcast in GarageBan...

Gez from Motivation Without the Hype asks, "How can you ask for listener support without sounding too desperate?" TL;DR Whether it's a one time donation, becoming a member of your Patreon community, or buying your merch, asking for listeners to give you money can feel weird. But the thing is, you'd be surprised at how much your listeners want to support you when given the oppor...

Will from the Skeptic Metaphysician podcast asks, "How would you go about selecting the best category for your podcast?" TL;DR The podcast category you choose for your show helps directories like Apple Podcasts and Spotify index your podcast and make it easier to find for the listeners that will love it the most. But not all podcasts fit neatly into the categories that are available. So...

Felice from the Action Packed Travel podcast asks, "Is there any way of finding out how many subscribers my podcast has?" TL;DR Podcast directories like Apple Podcasts and Spotify have different ways of measuring subscribers. And, unfortunately, it's difficult to make sense of the data that available to podcast creators. So in this episode, you'll learn about a few different pl...

Brad from the Queer Writers of Crime podcast asks, "What is the purpose of having a newsletter for my podcast and what should I include in one?" TL;DR Building an email list allows you to maintain a direct connection with your audience without having to wrestle with any kind of social media algorithms. In this episode, Ona and Gilon discuss the real value of having an email newsletter, w...

Simone from the Memoirs From Abroad podcast asks, "How can I use Instagram to engage with my audience and get more listeners?" TL;DR Instagram is one of the most popular social media platforms in the world, but how can podcasters use it to engage with their audience and find new listeners? In this episode, Ona and Travis discuss what's working right now on Instagram and how to creat...

In Part 12 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to create an online community to connect with your listeners and promote your podcast. Listen to Krystal's show "The Proffitt Podcast" for more podcasting tips. 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 le...

In Part 11 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to use search engine optimization techniques to make your podcast more "findable" by your ideal listeners. Links from this episode: Keywords Everywhere Krystal's show "The Proffitt Podcast" Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode. Review Podcasting Q&amp...

In Part 10 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to use social media as an effective podcast marketing strategy (and the beginner mistakes you should absolutely avoid!). Links from this episode: Check out the Major League Eventers FB Group Learn more about Buzzsprout's Visual Soundbites Wavve Headliner Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured...

In Part 09 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to promote your show to new podcast listeners with apps like Overcast and Podcast Addict. Links from this episode: Buzzsprout blog: Grow Your Podcast By Advertising in Podcast Apps Badr's Overcast and Podcast Addict case study Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode. Review...

In Part 08 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to pitch yourself as a guest to other podcasters and gain exposure to more potential listeners. Resources from Gloria Chou: Download Gloria's "Proven Podcast Pitch Template" for Free Small Biz PR Pros Facebook Group Follow Gloria on Instagram @gloriachoupr Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to...

In Part 07 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to leverage guest interviews to grow your podcast audience and get more subscribers. 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. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should a...

In Part 06 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to build "social proof" by teaching your listeners to subscribe, rate, and review your show. 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. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or qu...

In Episode 05 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to leverage "word of mouth" marketing to find new listeners. 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. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should address on a...

In Episode 04 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to maximize the size of your audience by submitting your show to the top podcast directories. Links from this episode: Create podcast artwork using Buzzsprout's Canva integration Create a new Apple ID Spotify submission tutorial Record your podcasting question at Speakpipe.com/Buzzsprout to be featured on a future episode. R...

In Episode 03 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn the rules of podcast artwork design so that your podcast jumps off the screen and attracts new listeners. Watch Travis walk through the new Buzzsprout + Canva artwork integration. 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...

In Episode 02 of our Podcast Marketing Series, you'll learn how to create a show with stellar audio quality no matter what microphone you use. Links from this episode: Squadcast Riverside.fm 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. Send us...

In Episode 01 of our Podcast Marketing Series, discover the secret to making a podcast that's unlike anything your listeners have ever heard. 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. Send us Fan Mail Have a topic or question we should addre...

Hear about the 12-part Podcast Marketing series we're doing here on the show starting this upcoming Monday. 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 Podcaster Success Team at support@buzzsprout.com. Keep podcasting!

Jacqui from the Sew Mindful podcast asks, "What's the best approach for pitching potential sponsors?" TL;DR Putting together a thorough sponsorship proposal helps you make an amazing first impression with potential sponsors. So what makes a good first impression? In this episode, we're going to discuss the steps to putting together a solid proposal that potential sponsors simpl...

If you want your podcast to be successful, you need your podcast's artwork to truly stand out from the crowd. It's your listeners first impression when they discover your show, and sets the tone for what people can expect when they subscribe. So in this episode, you'll learn how to make your podcast artwork stands out and how to easily create stunning artwork inside of Buzzsprout if...