When it comes to using dynamic content, most podcasters just use it for ads and sponsor messages. However, it can be used for so much more and really help you stand out from other podcasters - here's how. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic A...
Aug 28, 2023•2 min•Ep. 40
When it comes to choosing the format of your episode, you usually have Trailer, Bonus, and Normal - so what does each one do, and when should you use them? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended resources: Captivate.f...
Aug 21, 2023•2 min•Ep. 39
In episode 17, I shared how to make it easy to follow your podcast with a single follow link. But you can go one step further by creating a custom bio link that allows you to promote certain episodes, newsletters, merchandise, and more. Additional reading and listening: Bio link for your podcast that brings in listeners | OnlyPod Bio Link: Launch Your Site in Seconds Link in bio tool: Everything you are, in one simple link | Linktree Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain...
Aug 14, 2023•2 min•Ep. 38
At some stage of your podcasting journey, you're going to be asking yourself if it's time to upgrade your equipment. But maybe the better question is, do you need to? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended resources: ...
Aug 07, 2023•2 min•Ep. 37
When it comes to distributing your podcast, you want to be on as many platforms as possible. But, as an indie podcaster, you definitely want to make sure you're on Goodpods. Here's why. Additional reading and listening: Goodpods 🎧 | Discover, Play & Share Your Favorite Podcasts - Follow your friends to discover new podcasts, track your podcast listens, bookmark podcasts for later, create curated lists of your favourite shows, and more. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these cont...
Jul 31, 2023•2 min•Ep. 36
When it comes to scripting your podcast, some podcasters prefer it while others prefer a more organic approach. So what are the pros and cons of using a script for your podcast? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended ...
Jul 24, 2023•2 min•Ep. 35
With YouTube now offering more features for podcasters, it might be time for you to get your show on there. Software platform Audioship makes it super easy to get your podcast onto YouTube. Additional reading and listening: Audioship - Upload MP3s to YouTube - Convert and upload your audio files or podcast to YouTube in minutes. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipme...
Jul 17, 2023•2 min•Ep. 34
While it's always great to get a new review for your podcast, sometimes the notification turns to dread when you realize it's a bad one, with one single star sitting next to it. After all, you put a lot of hard work into your podcast, so it hurts when you see a negative response. But you don't need to let it get you down - here's how to handle negative reviews for your podcast. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any ...
Jul 10, 2023•1 min•Ep. 33
Podcast trailers are perfect for promoting your show, as well as letting listeners know what to expect from your podcast. But how long should your podcast trailer be? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended resources: ...
Jul 03, 2023•1 min•Ep. 32
When it comes to the listening experience of your podcast followers, LUFS plays a huge role in making it as enjoyable as possible. So what is LUFS and why is it important for your podcast? Additional reading and listening: What Are LUFS? The Complete Guide How to do loudness: the LUFS and LKFS FAQ for podcasters LUFS vs dB: What’s the Difference and Why Does It Matter? - Produce Like A Pro Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percen...
Jun 26, 2023•2 min•Ep. 31
Your podcast intro and outro can really help attract a bigger audience, so it's important to get yours right, whether you're just using it as an intro to the show, or using ads there as dynamic pre rolls and post rolls. So what should your intro and outro look like? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production st...
Jun 19, 2023•2 min•Ep. 30
With the news that Apple Podcasts will support individual episode artwork when iOS 17 is released in September, it joins other podcast apps that already support this feature. So should you use individual artwork for your podcast episodes? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Mo...
Jun 12, 2023•2 min•Ep. 29
If there's more than one person responsible for your podcast, then it's a good idea to have a legal agreement in place regarding who's responsible for what. And here's why. Additional reading and listening: Easy Legal Forms & Templates for Podcasters - A collection of legal templates for podcasters, complete with video instructions, to help you create legal agreements for your podcast. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage...
Jun 05, 2023•2 min•Ep. 28
When it comes to the format of your podcast, there are generally three options: Episodic, Episodic with Seasons, and Serial. But which one should you use? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended resources: Captivate.fm...
May 29, 2023•1 min•Ep. 27
How many ads should be in your podcast episode? Much can depend on the length of your episode, and your listener's preferences or acceptance. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended resources: Captivate.fm Substack Boo...
May 22, 2023•1 min•Ep. 26
When it comes to making it easy for listeners to follow your show, having podcast apps on your website is a great way to let them choose what app to listen on. But how many should be on there and, more importantly, which ones? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headph...
May 15, 2023•2 min•Ep. 25
It's a popular question online - how many episodes should a new podcast launch with? Should it be one, ten, more, less? Let's take a look. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended resources: Captivate.fm Substack Boomca...
May 08, 2023•1 min•Ep. 24
How long should your podcast episode be? To be honest, there's no right or wrong answer for this one. The main thing to ensure is that no matter how long your episode, you're thinking of the listener experience every time. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones...
May 01, 2023•1 min•Ep. 23
When it comes to your podcast, having the best audio as possible is key for a better listener experience. Ideally, this would mean great mic technique and a treated space. But what happens if your environment isn't ideal? That's where audio optimization and repair tools can help, as I talk about in this episode. Mentioned in this week's episode: iZotope RX Auphonic Adobe Podcast Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any...
Apr 24, 2023•2 min•Ep. 22
Podcast show notes are perfect for a variety of reasons, including helping your podcast be found, and encouraging new listeners to check out your episode. So what should you include in your podcast show notes? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave ...
Apr 19, 2023•2 min•Ep. 21
A question I see asked a lot is whether you should use transcripts for your podcast, and if they're worth it because it just adds more to the production of an episode. Here are two very simple reasons why you should, as well as a couple of options - free and paid - to add transcripts to your podcast. Mentioned in this episode: Whisper Poddin Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my lin...
Apr 10, 2023•2 min•Ep. 20
When it comes to monetizing your podcast, working with sponsors can be the most effective way to earn revenue, whole offering value to your listeners. To attract sponsors, you're going to need a sponsor kit - but what information should a podcast sponsor kit include? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production s...
Apr 03, 2023•2 min•Ep. 19
One of the key things to get right in your podcast is your call to action, or CTA. This is when you have a specific action you want listeners to take, and you ask them in-episode to take that action. But what calls to action should you have, and can you have too many? Let's dig in. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodeca...
Mar 27, 2023•2 min•Ep. 18
When it comes to getting more listeners for your podcast, the easier you make it for them the more likely you'll get listeners and followers. So here's exactly how you do that. Mentioned in this episode: Captivate Single Promo Link Podfollow Podlink Chartable SmartLink Follow the Podcast Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro ...
Mar 20, 2023•2 min•Ep. 17
In episode two of One Minute Podcast Tips, I shared why having a podcast website is a good idea. But what's the best option when it comes to running a website for your podcast? Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended r...
Mar 13, 2023•2 min•Ep. 16
When it comes to promotional and marketing tools, should your podcast have a newsletter? It's something I tackle on today's episode, with reasons why you should and why you should not. Mentioned in this week's episode: Substack Behiiv Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monito...
Mar 06, 2023•2 min•Ep. 15
A lot of people will tell you that you can't attract sponsors for your podcast until you've got thousands of downloads per episode. The good news is, that's not true - and here's how you can attract sponsors to your podcast. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphon...
Feb 28, 2023•2 min•Ep. 14
One of the most popular questions online is how to make your podcast sound better. The good news is, there are a host of options available from free and easy to more advanced. Here's how to make your podcast recording space sound better. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Mon...
Feb 20, 2023•2 min•Ep. 13
When it comes to recording your podcast when you have guests or co-hosts in a different country (or even city), you're going to need a remote recording solution. So which one should you use, when there are so many out there? I always recommend Boomcaster , and here's why. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio product...
Feb 13, 2023•2 min•Ep. 12
When it comes to being a great podcast host, or podcast interviewer, there are really only two things you need to concentrate on, so let's find out what these are. Products I use for One Minute Podcast Tips Note: some of these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link. My equipment: Shure SM7B dynamic mic Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile Recommended resour...
Feb 06, 2023•2 min•Ep. 11
