In this episode, former BBC host Sam Walker joins me to discuss her career in podcasting. From creating a small passion project podcast called Desert Diaries when she moved from the UK to Arizona to finding herself on the other end of a shotgun...microphone with a sometimes covert killer who rescues kidnapped children on her new disruptive (with her audience) podcast, American Vigilante!
Nov 10, 2021•1 hr 9 min
In this episode, The Captain from True Crime Garage joins Pod 101 to chat about creating a "True Crime" podcast before it was even a genre... though creating a podcast in a garage had already been old hat. The Captain, who admits to only being loved by 30% of the listeners tells us how he and The Colonel quickly and surprisingly built a very large following, how they're keeping things indie and the difference between who they are on mic and off.
Nov 04, 2021•55 min
Brett had been podcasting for 160+ episodes and he knew something had to change. Specific guests weren't landing with his audience. He was feeling the burnout. He then decided to PIVOT with his podcast and now he's interviewing celebrities and reaching over 8,000 listeners an episode. He's releasing 3 to 5 episodes a week and not only is he enjoying himself but he's hoping to leave a legacy for his son through podcasting. Also we discuss what is a good "starter" microphone and whether Joe Rogan ...
Sep 23, 2021•1 hr 2 min
There has been an explosion recently for Audio Dramas. Podcast Radio Plays... Narrated stories with music and sound effects, not always "Dramatic" but for lack of a better term, let's just say Audio Drama!? Today, Joel Mengel joins me from his Edge of the World Broadcast, podcast to discuss his ideas, process, struggles and success of creating an independently produced podcast. I also discuss Spotify and Stitcher going exclusive with Marvel and DC. I have a huge respect and love for this content...
Aug 05, 2021•1 hr 14 min
Kristen Meinzer is the host of many podcasts. You may know her from By The Book, a show in which she and her cohost live by the rules of a Self Help book and then they share the good and the bad with each other and their audience. She's also the cohost of Movie Therapy and the author of So You Want To Start a Podcast. Kristen is a fantastic podcaster and an amazing talent and I am so lucky to have gotten to speak with her for this new season of Pod 101! The conversation just flows, she gives gre...
Jul 21, 2021•1 hr 2 min
So you're thinking of finally starting a podcast. Maybe you have some questions, concerns or some doubts. Well don't. I'm going to do a quick walk through of starting a podcast. Whether you're a single host or multi-show hosted podcast. If you're recording in a studio or over the internet. I run you through the equipment and programs you'll need. There's plenty of tips and tricks from going from your idea to actually helping you put that first episode out. If you have any questions, I'd be happy...
Apr 30, 2020•1 hr•Season 6Ep. 11
Hi there dearest listener! I hope that you are keeping healthy and safe. I know times are strange right now and we all need some escapism, maybe now more than ever, so I have compiled a list of Podcasts that have also become TV Shows. My hope is that this might help you take your mind off the crazy reality that we are currently living in, as well as, maybe ignite those creative juices to keep you podcasting! For this episode I have picked 4 distinctly different podcasts and Television shows. I h...
Apr 02, 2020•42 min•Season 6Ep. 10
In this episode, my good buddy and podcast enthusiast Ant McGinley joins me (once again) to chat about PODFEST 2020. It was an amazing time. If you're on the fence about these events... this might change your mind... if you were there, well perhaps you'll hear a different perspective?
Mar 20, 2020•51 min•Season 6Ep. 9
KC Wayland, creator, writer, producer, of the world famous podcast, "We're Alive" as well as the We're Alive Lockdown and Goldrush and the upcoming Descendants spin-offs joins me to discuss the audio drama side of podcasting. We discuss storytelling, recording, scheduling difficulties, sponsorship, raising funds, and continuing to build new listeners, even with almost 200 million downloads! If you're at all interested in how the sausage is made, or perhaps you have your own ideas for an audio dr...
Feb 26, 2020•1 hr 33 min•Season 6Ep. 8
I'm not sure my words can adequately describe this podcast superstar. He's a Producer, an Influencer, a Speaker. A Rockstar and living legend! Ant McGinley and I met 2 years ago during Podcast Movement in Philly during a Stitcher party and immediately hit it off. He's filled with a million ideas and has the energy to match. Two years ago I saw him show a whole room of podcasters how to create a podcast episode from nothing to having it published in 30 minutes. Since then he has gone on to start ...
Feb 21, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Season 6Ep. 7
The captain of Streamlining, king of networking, and guerrilla marketing genius, Harry Duran is interviewed on this episode of Podcasting 101. We discuss his early days as a podcaster, learning how to promote not only his show but himself. How he built connections in the industry. How he found sponsors for the show and moving from podcasting to creating a full business around podcasting. Get out a pen and a full notebook of college ruled paper because you're about to be schooled with more tips, ...
Feb 19, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 6Ep. 6
Mike Pullano, host of the Pizza Beer Revolution Podcast joins me once again to talk about the long hiatus. Coming out of retirement. How it feels to be back on microphone. What he's learned over the years to make sure there is a stress-free production. Lots of tips and tricks. This is an excellent, entertaining conversation and I really hope that you subscribe to the PBR podcast!
Feb 14, 2020•1 hr 7 min•Season 6Ep. 5
From the little problems like Mouth Noises and Skype Issues, to Internet Problems and Launching a podcast when you just aren't ready. It's all tackled in this episode with the incomparable Elsie Escobar! You may know her from Libsyn's THE FEED, or SHE PODCASTS... or maybe you're one of the woodland creatures that's crossed her path on the mountain. If you're not, If you are unaware of her, well you are in for a delightful surprise. Always energetic, always full of useful information, and always ...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 6Ep. 4
Learning to Pivot is the theme of this episode. Finding your personal "Avatar" that speaks to not only you, but your audience can be a hard thing. Nick is the master at overcoming and adapting. After a couple of false starts, he was able to merge his entrepreneurial spirit with the most important parts of his life. His kids. His wife. Combining "Fatherhood" and "The Hustle" is everything that Nick Murphy is about. This is his story. Find Nick over at www.NickMurphy.io and follow him on Instagram...
Feb 06, 2020•1 hr 21 min•Season 6Ep. 3
In this episode, Matt G from the Reason Are Several Podcast and Bill Sweeney from the Wicked Theory Podcast join me to discuss the trials and tribulations of Podfading. I also take a minute to give a shout out to a podcast that has returned after a years long hiatus, PBR Pod (Pizza Beer Revolution).
Jan 23, 2020•53 min•Season 6Ep. 2
In this episode, Chris Holifield, from I Am Salt Lake joins me to discuss everything from building a podcast, to finding a listenership, to making money through various ways of trial and error. It doesn't matter how long you've been podcasting, you'll always identify with the struggles of an indie podcaster and you'll also learn something new every episode.
Jan 15, 2020•1 hr 19 min•Season 6Ep. 1
Emily Prokop, of the Story Behind Podcast, sits down to discuss the Crazy Random Happenstance from going from Podcaster to Indie Book Author.
Aug 10, 2019•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Jacquelyn Landgraf, creator and narrator of, It Makes a Sound joins me on the show today to discuss writing, recording, producing, marketing an Audio Drama. She takes us behind the scenes to help us understand how her show came together, and how much work goes into an audio drama.
Nov 12, 2018•1 hr 6 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Ant McGinley, Podcast Movement Superstar, Producer or A.K.A. "That Other Guy" from "The Left Side: The Funny Football Show", "Mondeo Law", "Mick's Martial Arts", and the reality TV pop up "Inner Circle:The Circle Podcast" joins me to discuss his life in Radio and beyond. This man is a podcast legend in the making. I met him at Podcast Movement. What was a random happen stance running into at one of the many nightly meet and greets turned into what I hope to be a continuing friendship between pod...
Oct 02, 2018•1 hr 24 min•Season 5Ep. 5
In this episode, I talk with Rachael and Kevin Schwaller of the We Look Sh*t Up Podcast. Only having started since February, we discuss the ins and outs of creating a podcast. The changes that are made when adapting from the original idea to something that is more manageable for the long term. Also, let's talk just how amazing Podcast Movement was! I'm sure you've heard a ton of podcasts cover this intensely. But a quick recap and some shout outs had to be done! Look for more new episode while w...
Sep 03, 2018•1 hr 10 min
Jul 19, 2018•53 min
Rob Greenlee, host of Spreaker Live and New Media Show as well as being Head of Partnerships over at Voxnest stops by to talk about what exactly Voxnest is and what the company can do for us podcasters! I know a lot of podcasters are interested in "monetization" and this might be an answer to your prayers. They have an interesting platform. It's built with the everyday podcaster in mind, and it doesn't sound like it's a difficult process as far as the "Ad Insertion" part goes. Rob shares with us...
May 31, 2018•1 hr 4 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Welcome back to a brand new season of Podcasting 101! In this weeks episode, Rob Walch, VP of Podcast Relations over at Libsyn stops by to talk a bunch of new things happening in the podcasting world. His advice, "if you're not on Spotify, you don't care about your podcast!" Rob updates us on how to use Apple Analytics, as well as why Alexa's new Alexa Skills is going to be a game changer for your podcast! We also discuss the death of Soundcloud, the life expectancy of Anchor and at the time of ...
May 16, 2018•56 min•Season 5Ep. 1
In this episode of Podcasting 101, Neil and Annaleis join me to talk about the wonderful world of Podcasting. From building a great community of listeners and friends to sharing not only the fun day to day events in their lives, but also the sometimes scary and tragic and very personal events in your life as well. Neil and Annaleis are a married couple who shares their world with the world, and your world is better for it. Listen as they take you on a quick trip to target, or maybe even to Jamai...
Mar 05, 2018•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 8
Dave Jackson returns to the podcast to discuss the different ways people include their personal lives in their podcast. We also chat having a healthy balance between podcasting and the rest of your life. Once Dave takes off... we bring in Elsie, who is coming down from the mountains and into civilization. Just ignore the dog in the back ground... for she's calling from the road and we are doing a live broadcast so all quiet like studio stuff is thrown out the window for this episode. Elsie talks...
Feb 21, 2018•1 hr 15 min
This episode was recorded live during the annual Podcasting Celebration event known as Podtoberfest that I do every year. In this first hour, Jacquelyn Landgraf from "It Makes a Sound" joins us to discuss her new Audio Drama. She tells us how the project first came together and about all of the hard work that goes into producing an episode. During that conversation, friend of the show, and amazing podcaster, Dave Jackson of "The School of Podcasting" calls in to join the show as well. This is a ...
Jan 29, 2018•1 hr 9 min
In this episode my fellow podcasting pal Matt G from Reasons Are Several stops by to talk all things podcasting. A couple of topics discussed? Transitioning from one cohost to another. Rebranding your show... or broadening it's appeal. Advice for first time Podcasters and Matt Shares a quick How Has Podcasting Changed His Life story. Honorable Mentions: Alex Inc. (A new sitcom where the plot is PODCASTING). Marc Maron's 4 seasons television show "MARON" and a funny "Your Podcasting Will Fail" cl...
Jan 22, 2018•1 hr 8 min
In this episode of Pod 101 I celebrate my 9 years of podcasting by taking a look back through out my Podcasting career. All the shows, events and things that I've learned. Don't worry...it's in broad strokes. Other wise it'd be more of Ken Burns Documentary!
Sep 12, 2017•59 min•Season 3Ep. 4
In this episode, Roger Anderson from the Kitchen Counter podcast, shares some delicious audible delights about all things podcasting! A few things discussed: Podcasting is great for introverts. Tips for letting your podcast grow organically. and Advice for podcasters just starting out. All of this and so much more! Curious where the show has been? What was all that construction going on in the last episode? A little more is revealed. Make sure you're subscribed. Exciting things are happening!...
Aug 21, 2017•1 hr 12 min•Season 3Ep. 3
Courtney Calkins, the man, the myth, the legend from the Quadcast Podcast joins me today for a discussion on being an authentic host. It's what attracts us as listeners, and it's what will attract listeners to you as a podcast host. Bring the energy! We also discuss methods to prevent "Pod Fading" and social media tactics in building your audience. I'll give you a hint, be social! Never stop learning or trying to master your craft. Courtney talks about bragging when he first started that he neve...
May 26, 2017•1 hr 38 min