Where can you use AI to streamline your podcast and content creation, without losing the secret sauce that makes you and your message stand out? If you’re anything like me, you want deeper connections with clients, not just more “content.” But as AI shakes up our creative world, how can we work smarter with AI, while staying true to ourselves and keeping the heart and humanity in our business? Carol Cox is a speaker, podcast host, and self-proclaimed AI evangelist. We talk specifically about whe...
May 30, 2025•32 min•Ep. 199
What is AI really costing you when you hand over your creative control? If you’re a solo or small business owner creating content to grow your business, you already know the pressure to keep up. Between SEO demands, audience expectations, and new AI tools promising shortcuts, it’s tempting to hand over control and “let the robot do it.” But will your audience feel any connection to you when they finally find your content? Or will you sound like everyone else who is letting AI create their conten...
May 11, 2025•37 min•Ep. 198
What if the real secret to getting better results with AI isn’t finding the “perfect” tool, but learning how to work with the tools you already have to create the results you want? In this episode, I’m joined by Sonya Sigler, an executive coach, attorney, and someone who’s been working with AI technology inside businesses long before AI became the shiny new toy on everyone’s mind. Sonya shares why AI isn’t a magic wand or a shortcut, and how working with it thoughtfully, through training and ite...
Apr 28, 2025•39 min•Ep. 197
What if using AI in your business isn’t just a tech decision—but a values decision? That’s the question I’ve been wrestling with as I try to figure out how to incorporate AI into my business in a way that supports my creativity and integrity. This is the first episode in a new series in which I’m exploring how solo and small professional services providers can use AI in our processes, workflows, and content creation without losing our voice or compromising our values. I’m bringing my questions a...
Apr 13, 2025•39 min•Ep. 196
Have you ever found yourself standing at the crossroads with your podcast? That quiet, empty intersection where the path forward isn't clear? The road stretches in three directions. One road continues the miserable soul-sucking journey of producing your podcast even though the spark is gone. Another veers toward a pivot - changing direction while keeping your momentum. And the third... well, that's the road that lets you put it all to bed and walk away. That once-brilliant bright idea for a podc...
Mar 17, 2025•14 min•Ep. 195
Is hopping onto the video bandwagon necessary for your podcast success or just an overhyped distraction? This episode has some key considerations to get you thinking about strategically adding, or not adding, video as a podcast format. Chapters (00:00) Are you feeling pressured to add video to your podcast? (01:53) Questions to ask yourself BEFORE adding video (03:47) Strategic considerations for starting a video podcast (05:01) An alternative approach to a video podcast Do you need a podcast pr...
Mar 03, 2025•7 min•Ep. 194
How do I grow my podcast audience? First, you ask a different question. If you're tired of "experts" selling you magic bullet solutions, SEO tricks, and social media hacks that promise the world but deliver nothing – this episode is for you. I'm about to give you a 3 part growth strategy that has nothing to do with trying to please an algorithm. Yes, you need to optimize for SEO and promote your show, and video clips are great, and be a podcast guest. Yes, all of those tactics are helpful for at...
Jan 25, 2025•8 min•Ep. 193
How do you make a podcast that stands out? How do you position your podcast in the minds of your target listeners? Learn how to differentiate your podcast, make it stand out from all others in your niche, and position it as the go-to podcast for your ideal audience. As always, we will wrap it up with a challenge at the end to help you put what you've learned in this episode into action. Chapters (00:00) How Do You Make a Podcast That Stands Out? (01:22) The Difference Between Differentiation and...
Jan 18, 2025•12 min•Ep. 192
Is your podcast intro killing your podcast? Your intro makes or breaks the episode. This is where your listener decides if this episode is worthy of their time. If you're losing listeners or viewers in the first couple of minutes of an episode, you need to fix your intro. In this episode of the Basic Broadcast Series, you are going to learn the five key ingredients to write an irresistible intro that hooks your audience. Then I'll give you a practice so you can start writing your own irresistibl...
Jan 12, 2025•11 min•Ep. 191
Are you attracting the RIGHT clients with your podcast? Are you creating content for people who are never going to hire you? Stop wasting your time! Don't make the same mistake I almost made with this podcast series. Learn three practices to clarify the content you need to create to attract the right clients for you. Connect with Jen Download Your Ultimate Guide to My Favorite Podcasting Tools and Resources https://brassybroad.com/ Instagram @brassybroadjen https://www.instagram.com/brassybroadj...
Jan 03, 2025•8 min•Ep. 190
Starting a podcast for your business this year? A big frustration for small business owners after they start a podcast is that they aren’t seeing “results.” The root is this frustration is caused by a lack of clarity. They didn’t take time in the planning phase to get clear on the purpose of the podcast and how they wanted to use it in their business. In this episode, I’m walking you through the process of using “The 5 Whys” to help you get clear on your podcasting “why.” This is a valuable exer...
Dec 27, 2024•8 min•Ep. 189
The Basic Broadcast Podcast series launches on December 27th. So what? In this upcoming series, we are diving into the essentials of podcasting, focusing on clarity, consistency, and connection. These three core elements impact every area of your podcast. Forget about tips, tricks, and growth hacks; this podcast is all about foundational practices and processes from someone who's been in the trenches for over a decade. Expect short no-frills episodes and the occasional song. Are you ready? Watch...
Dec 21, 2024•6 min
This episode reminded me why I started podcasting. It was an opportunity to spend time with two of my most favorite people in the world while sharing them with you. It’s a win for everyone! Amy Woodall and Lindsay Boccardo join me for this episode. They are both returning guests, but it has been more than a minute since we last chatted. You know those people that always make you feel better when you’ve spent time in their presence? That is how I always feel after spending time with these two! Th...
Sep 26, 2023•42 min•Ep. 188
Do you ever feel disconnected from your gifts and the things that truly light you up? Rebecca Anuwen, Host of A Pinch of Magick podcast is here discussing the importance of self-expression and creating something that you love. Rebecca shares how she connects with her intuition and trusts her instincts. We also talk about how she has used podcasting to build a community and unique ways she has been engaging with her audience. We also talk about her latest book, Magickal Knickers and how one inten...
Mar 21, 2023•49 min•Ep. 187
In addition to giving me tools and practices to living a better life, Mel Robbins is also teaching me about making better podcasts, videos, and social media posts. I’m going to share some practices and tips I’ve picked up from studying her podcast, YouTube channel and Instagram. Who is doing work that inspires you? Who is doing what you want to do? Have you taken the time to actually study what they are doing and how they’re doing it? Here’s what you’ll learn: 00:52 Where to find inspiration 01:...
Jan 17, 2023•25 min•Ep. 186
Why haven't you done the thing you keep saying that you want to do - start the podcast, write the book, create a course, or make YouTube videos? Whatever your thing is - why haven't you done it? What obstacles or issues keep getting in your way? This episode is inspired by two books I'm currently reading: 1. The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday 2. Traction by Gino Wickman I'm sharing how I'm using inspiration and practices from both books to help me name my own obstacles and work through them...
Dec 31, 2022•8 min•Ep. 185
Are you holding yourself back by just hanging on? I had this epiphany during a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu class a few weeks ago. The Universe loves to get my attention while I'm training to drop in a bit of clarity for my life. You'll also get to hear my favorite quote from Thelma and Louise. Connect with Jen Download Your Ultimate Guide to My Favorite Podcasting Tools and Resources https://brassybroad.com/ Instagram @brassybroadjen https://www.instagram.com/brassybroadjen TikTok https://www.tiktok.com...
Nov 30, 2022•6 min•Ep. 184
What do you do when you realize you've been lying to yourself? When you're lying to yourself about the little things, how can you trust yourself when it comes time to take the big actions that help you reach big goals and bring big dreams to life? It's time to start telling the truth. Connect with Jen Download Your Ultimate Guide to My Favorite Podcasting Tools and Resources https://brassybroad.com/ Instagram @brassybroadjen https://www.instagram.com/brassybroadjen TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/...
Nov 13, 2022•7 min•Ep. 183
Welcome to the latest incarnation of The Brassy Broadcast. The podcast that has taken long periods of rest and has served a variety of purposes since it launched in 2014. I'm Jen Edds, The Head Broad in Charge at The Brassy Broadcasting Company and this is my podcast. There are a few definitions of brassy when you look them up online. Most definitions paint “brassy” in a negative light of being harsh, loud, tasteless, showy, or resembling brass in color. And then….when you scroll down….you see b...
Nov 12, 2022•4 min
We road-tripped to Louisville, Ky, in this latest Brassy Roadcast adventure. Highlights included a bourbon tasting at the Angel's Envy distillery, a guided ghost walk through Old Louisville, shopping, and dinner at La Bodeguita de Mima. As always, there was a little drama along the way. Connect with Jen Download Your Ultimate Guide to My Favorite Podcasting Tools and Resources https://brassybroad.com/ Instagram @brassybroadjen https://www.instagram.com/brassybroadjen LinkedIN https://www.linkedi...
Oct 23, 2022•34 min•Ep. 181
Here's more from our adventures in Crystal River, FL, and the long ride home. We went kayaking in search of manatees and other wildlife. Beth looks at E-Bikes and then we head back to the beach for the sunset. Connect with Jen on Instagram @brassybraodjen
Feb 24, 2022•14 min•Ep. 180
We are on the road again! This time we are road-tripping from Indianapolis down to The Villages, FL, with a couple of stops along the way. We leave The Villages to head to Crystal River, FL for the second part of our adventure. Follow the adventures on Instagram @brassybroadjen.
Feb 19, 2022•29 min•Ep. 179
We spent time in the Blue Ridge Parkway National Park getting our stamp and visiting the Folk Art Center. Then we were off to explore downtown Asheville. We ended the day with a walking ghost tour of downtown.
Dec 05, 2021•18 min•Ep. 178
We're back with another Brassy Roadcast adventure from Asheville, North Carolina, and the Blue Ridge Mountains. Our first stop was Biltmore Estate to see the Christmas decorations.
Dec 04, 2021•22 min
What if…we were encouraged to bring our creativity and our unique gifts to work with us? What would the world look like? Would we be better humans? Would we do better work? Would we feel more satisfied and happy in our work lives and beyond? What are the consequences of stuffing that creativity way down deep inside us? Rebecca Fleetwood Hession, host of The Badass Women’s Council podcast joins me for this episode. In addition to talking about creativity and how we can use our unique gifts and ta...
Feb 08, 2021•38 min•Ep. 176
Who am I to lead? How do you step into your purpose when feeling unworthy or that your purpose is out of alignment with your current job or career path? Amber Fields is the Director of Corporate Sales for a tech company, and she is currently getting her Masters in Theology. Amber is also the co-host of The Truth Revival Podcast. We get into some in-depth discussion around how our feelings of unworthiness prevent us from leading, why your story matters and you need to share it, and where she sees...
Jan 04, 2021•42 min•Ep. 175
Terri Broussard Williams helps us learn to recognize moments in our own lives with the potential to become movements and how to start building coalitions to create those movements. We also talk about how she keeps faith and fortitude at the core of everything she does as a movement maker, fire starter, and artful persuader. Terri Broussard Williams is the author of Find your Fire and host of Movement Maker: The Podcast. Moments of Brassy Brilliance [4:57] How to build a coalition [6:40] Terri’s ...
Nov 30, 2020•20 min•Ep. 174
You get a knock on your cosmic door one day. You open it up…and surprise….it's your purpose. You finally have clarity on what it is you were put on this Earth to do. Now, what do you do? Singer-songwriter Katherine Nagy has answered that knock at the door and gone full throttle. Katherine didn't get her clarity that she was put on this Earth to be a singer-songwriter until after she was already married with 3 children. Moments of Brassy Brilliance How Katherine shuts down her inner critic Replac...
Nov 14, 2020•29 min•Ep. 173
Amy Woodall makes a return visit. We’re diving into what it takes to create conscious habits, owning your stuff, and how to stop sabotaging your happiness. Moments of Brassy Brilliance [4:15] The first step to getting out of the way of your happiness [5:40] Choosing whether or not you will dance with your drama [6:56] Staying present in the moment to avoid anxiety and judgment [10:51] Setting foundations for conscious habits [13:38] Ziva Meditation Program [22:04] Creating a Love Practice [31:33...
Oct 30, 2020•37 min•Ep. 172
How do we keep showing up and continuing our practices when we don't get the immediate results and outcomes we want? Kylie Schmitz is a performance coach with Lappin180 who coaches sales professionals across the U.S. to stop selling. Kiley also co-hosts the Breaking Sales podcast. In this episode, we're shifting focus from outcomes and results to practices and processes. We also talk about how starting a podcast has impacted business development and helped Kiley in her own growth. Moments of Bra...
Oct 16, 2020•29 min•Ep. 171