Episode 314 - Are Podcasters Ditching Social Media? Exploring Alternatives for Community Engagement in 2024 In 2024, there's indeed a growing trend of podcasters reassessing their relationship with social media platforms. This shift is driven by several factors, including concerns about return on investment (ROI) and a desire for more control over audience engagement. Declining ROI on Social Media Podcasters are finding that the time and effort invested in social media platforms may not be yield...
Oct 14, 2024•30 min•Ep. 314
Episode 313 - Navigating Podcast Guesting - Benefits and Drawbacks of Working with Booking Agencies for Hosts and Guests Guesting agencies help guests find great shows and when a great releationship between potential guest, guesting agency and podcast host exists a guesting agency is very helpful for all involved. The downside can be for podcast hosts that do not benefit financially from this interaction and this can be a bit unfair. Interested to hear of any downside for a guest working with an...
Oct 11, 2024•29 min•Ep. 313
Episode 312 - CO-HOST - Nadine Pittam - Two Sides To Podcasting, Can A Podcast Fix You, What is the Tone of Your Podcast This Won't Fix You I am a psychotherapist, and I am also the host of a podcast called This Won't Fix You. Being a psychotherapist means I encounter loads of really interesting ways of looking at life. Granted, it’s often ways of looking at life’s struggles… but anyway, it occurred to me one day that if I could find a way to share some of them it might be interesting for other ...
Oct 09, 2024•46 min•Ep. 312
Episode 311 - Refocusing on Your Podcast's Purpose - Getting Back on Track with your Podcast Refocusing on Your Podcast's Purpose To overcome an unfocused podcast and to serve your audience better: Clarify Your Mission: Revisit why you started your podcast and who you're trying to serve. Simplify Your Approach: Focus on creating valuable content consistently rather than perfection. Build Sustainable Habits: Create a podcasting routine that fits into your life without causing stress. Embrace Your...
Oct 07, 2024•30 min•Ep. 311
Episode 310 - Alex Sanfilippo - PodMatch, Podcast Networks, AI Hosts in Podcasting and Apples PodMatch was created to serve you in your podcasting journey on either side of the microphone PodMatch elevates the voices of independent podcast hosts and guests to maximize their impact We develop software solutions that make the entire podcasting process more cost-effective, less time-consuming, and all-around a more joyous experience. PodMatch saves an average of 13 back-and-forth messages and 3 hou...
Oct 04, 2024•36 min
Episode 309 - Transform Your Podcast - 5 Strategies to Turn Listeners into Engaged Community Members Chris Brogan likes to say that the difference between an audience and a community is, which direction the chairs are facing. The chairs had been turned to face each other and the experience was richer for it. Your podcast like all podcasts is largely a one-to-many Affair. On a virtual live event is a great opportunity for you to rethink that relationship entirely break the fourth wall and invite ...
Oct 02, 2024•37 min•Ep. 309
Question of the Month - October 2024 - What Was The Last Podcast That You Recommended to Someone and Why Hello October! Autumn is in the air here in Canada, leaves are turning colour, nights are cooler, sweaters are being pulled out of storage and it is a beautiful time of the year! We are posing our next Question of the Month to you! For the month of October 2024 - the question is this "What was the last podcast that your recommended to someone and why did you recommend it?" Word of Mouth Marke...
Oct 01, 2024•10 min
How Being A Tourist Can Make You and Your Podcast Better - Put Yourself In New Places to Spark Your Podcast Content We were in Calgary Alberta for the first time in September at PodSummit 2024. We had a great time meeting fellow podcasters, attending sessions and hanging out in this beautiful city. We had the chance to go to Banff Alberta for dinner with long time friends and it was great to be a tourist, taking in the majesty of the city of Banff and the mountains that seem to just appear out o...
Sep 30, 2024•14 min
Question of the Month - September 2024 - Advice For New Podcasters - Your Responses Classic Advice - Becoming a Better You and Giving Hope! https://pod.link/1737628452 ___ Older & Bolder with Debbie McCullochCelebrating people who are fearless, fabulous & fifty-plus! https://olderandbolder.ca/ ___ Welcome to Moms Without Capes , hosted by licensed therapist and mom of six, Onnie Michalsky. This podcast is dedicated to helping moms who feel exhausted and burnt out from always putting thei...
Sep 30, 2024•17 min
Episode 308 - From Command to Connection -Transforming Podcast Engagement with Pathways to Action The concept of a "call to action" (CTA) has deep roots in marketing and advertising, but its application in podcasting requires a more nuanced approach. Let's explore the history of CTAs and how podcasters can adapt this concept to better serve their listeners. Evolution of the Call to Action The term "call to action" originated in traditional advertising, where marketers sought to prompt immediate ...
Sep 30, 2024•31 min•Ep. 308
Episode 307 - Overcoming Podcasting Pitfalls - Tips to Simplify, Commit, and Thrive Podcasters often sabotage their own success by falling into four common traps: over-complication, over-commitment, over-competitiveness, and being overly critical of success metrics. Here's how these issues can hurt your podcast and what you can do to overcome them: Over-Complication The Problem: Many podcasters try to do too much, creating complex formats or intricate production processes that are difficult to s...
Sep 27, 2024•31 min•Ep. 307
Two Things That You Can Do Today To Make You A Smarter Podcaster - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Do you want to be the smartest podcaster? Is that attainable? Not sure, but our podcasts could benefit from acting on these two things. First - put in the work behind the scenes that nobody sees - be proud of your work, your research, your show and your audience and show up for them every time! Second - the shorter the question, the smarter the host - short, pointed questions are better by far tha...
Sep 26, 2024•11 min
Question of the Month for September Reminder - What is ONE Piece of Advice You Would Have for a New Podcaster Reminder! I want to hear your thoughts for this month's question of the month! Have your say at HowToPodcast.ca! Tell us your name, tell us about your podcast and answer this question for September.... "What is ONE piece of advice that you would give to a new podcaster?" You can answer via our SpeakPipe link on HowToPodcast.ca or, if you feel more comfortable, email us your...
Sep 25, 2024•10 min
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - I Don't Know Who Joe Rogan Is, How Would You Explain Podcasting to Someone That Has Never Heard of Podcasting How would you explain podcasting to a person that has zero concept of technology, famous podcasters like Joe Rogan, audio streaming, YouTube - like a completely uninitiated, non-podcast listener? I would love to hear your explanation of podcasting and then to have you try it this week on a non-podcast listener in your space, community or family. We ...
Sep 25, 2024•9 min
Episode 306 - Overcoming the Fear of Success - A Podcaster's Guide to Thriving in Podcasting Action Plan for Podcasters: Overcome Challenges and Grow Your Show Embrace Your Potential Acknowledge your fear of success and write down your concerns Visualize your ideal podcast and set small goals to expand your comfort zone Manage Your Ego Practice gratitude for your audience Seek feedback from trusted peers Regularly reflect on how to improve your content Overcome Haters Filter negative comments En...
Sep 25, 2024•31 min•Ep. 306
Episode 305 - Reality Check - 5 Lies You Need to Stop Telling Yourself About Your Podcast Here are 5 common lies that podcasters often tell themselves about their podcasts: "My audience will grow organically without any promotion" This is a dangerous misconception. While organic growth can happen, it's rare for podcasts to gain a significant audience without active promotion and marketing efforts. Successful podcasters understand that growing an audience requires consistent outreach, networking,...
Sep 23, 2024•31 min
Episode 304 - The Second Law of Thermodynamics and How Entropy Can Cause Your Podcast To Break Down Over Time The second law of thermodynamics, which states that entropy (disorder) in an isolated system tends to increase over time, can indeed be applied metaphorically to podcasting. Just as systems tend to break down without external input, podcasts can lose momentum, quality, and audience engagement if not actively maintained and nurtured. Here's how we can keep our podcast healthy and growing,...
Sep 20, 2024•33 min•Ep. 304
Episode 303 - Seasonal vs. Non-Seasonal Podcasts - Understanding the Trends and Making the Right Choice For Your Show The use of seasons in podcasting offers both benefits and challenges. Here's an overview of the pros and cons, along with some data on seasonal versus non-seasonal podcasts:Benefits of Using Seasons in Podcasting Content Planning and Quality Control Allows for better planning and organization of content Provides time to research and prepare high-quality episodes Preventing Burnou...
Sep 18, 2024•32 min•Ep. 306
Episode 302 - I Don't Know What To Podcast About - What Are The Current Content Gaps In Podcasting, Where Should I Start There are two content gaps currently in podcasting that could immediately serve an underserved listener base - Hyper local podcasts and podcasts for adults 50 years of age and older. Hyper local focused podcasts help fill the gap where local media has been overtaken by media outlets that do not have roots in the actual communities that they serve and adults 50 years of age and...
Sep 16, 2024•36 min•Ep. 302
Episode 301 - From Monologue to Dialogue - How to Foster Audience Engagement in Your Podcast Practicing speaking and podcasting offers numerous benefits for improving your delivery and connecting with your audience. Here's how you can enhance your skills and create a more engaging podcast: Benefits of Practice Improved Fluency Regular practice helps you become more comfortable with speaking extemporaneously. By rehearsing both with and without a script, you can: Develop a more natural speaking r...
Sep 13, 2024•31 min•Ep. 301
Episode 300 - Hook Your Listeners, 4 Essential Tips for Getting to the Content Fast in Your Podcast Getting to the content early in your podcast is crucial for retaining listeners and maintaining their interest. Long preambles, excessive commercials, and endless chit-chat can lead to disengagement. Just as action movies captivate audiences by immersing them in the story from the very beginning, podcasters can adopt similar strategies to hook their listeners right away. Here are four actionable p...
Sep 11, 2024•22 min•Ep. 300
Episode 299 - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle - Maximizing Your Podcast Content Reduce: Trimming Your Podcast for Maximum Impact Why reduce? Respect for listeners' time Improved engagement and retention rates Higher-quality content How to reduce effectively: Start with a clear outline Cut unnecessary tangents and repetitions Use tighter editing techniques Practice concise storytelling Tips for identifying what to cut: Ask, "Does this serve the main point?" Get feedback from test listeners T...
Sep 09, 2024•26 min•Ep. 299
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Let's Flip The Microphone Around, Try Guest Hosting A Podcast As podcasters we follow what others are doing in the space - why? because for the most part what others are doing works! One thing I don't hear as a common suggestion for podcasters revolves around having a guest host on your show - you as a host move over to the passenger seat allowing a fellow podcaster to drive your show. Some podcasters just want a week or two off from their show - what i...
Sep 08, 2024•10 min
Episode 298 - I Think We Got This All Wrong - Podfade Explained, Why Podcasts Stop and Strategies to Sustain Your Show Defining PodfadePodfade typically refers to the gradual or sudden cessation of a podcast without any prior announcement or intention to end the show. It often occurs when podcasters lose motivation, run out of content ideas, or become overwhelmed by the production process. What Podfade Is NotAs you correctly point out, podfade should not be confused with: Intentionally ending a ...
Sep 06, 2024•24 min•Ep. 298
Episode 297 - Welcome and Goodbye - Mastering Podcast Intros for New Listeners and Outros for Loyal Fans When crafting podcast intros and outros, it's crucial to understand their distinct purposes and target audiences. Let's explore the key differences and focuses for each: Podcast Intro: Welcoming New Listeners The intro serves as the gateway to your podcast, primarily targeting new listeners and setting the stage for your content. Key Elements of an Effective Podcast Intro Immediate Ho...
Sep 04, 2024•29 min•Ep. 297
Question of the Month - August 2024 - What is Your Because of a Podcast Story - Your Responses Well your responses are in, happy to see our regulars returning with their input and some brand new responses, welcome to this combined response episode - great podcasters answering the question.... "because of a podcast (blank)" Long Covid, MDDr. Zeest Khan Explore paths to Long Covid recovery with Dr Zeest Khan, a Stanford-trained physician who is battling the disease herself. On “Long Covi...
Sep 04, 2024•27 min
Episode 296 - Tales that Resonate - Mastering the Art of Storytelling in Your Podcast Here are a few key things content creators can do to tell better stories and engage their audience: Craft a Compelling Narrative Structure Start with a strong hook to grab attention immediately Develop a clear beginning, middle, and end to your story Build tension and conflict to keep viewers invested End with a satisfying resolution or call-to-action Make It Relatable and Personal Use characters or situations ...
Sep 02, 2024•22 min•Ep. 296
The How To Podcast Series Question of the Month for September 2024! "What is one Piece of Advice For New Podcasters" Have your say today! We are encouraging listeners of this show to respond to the question of the month and as well asking you to introduce yourself, tell us about your podcast (or) your podcast plans and share your response to what is one piece of advice that you would share with a new podcaster - it can be advice about anything to do with starting a show, growing a show...
Sep 01, 2024•5 min
Episode 295 - Escaping the Trap of Sameness and the Watering Down of Podcasting To escape the trap of sameness and stand out as a content creator, consider the following approaches: Embrace Authenticity Focus on developing your unique voice and perspective. Share personal stories, experiences, and insights that only you can offer. Authenticity resonates with audiences and helps differentiate your content from the generic masses. Challenge Conventions Don't be afraid to go against popular tre...
Aug 30, 2024•51 min•Ep. 295
The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - Some Podcasting Housekeeping, August Question of the Month, Meetups, NaPodPoMo and More Summer is coming to an end here in Canada, kids are going back to school in a few weeks and some semblance of normality and routine is on the horizon (especially for us parents!) What a perfect time to start a podcast - you should start your show, yes you should! As we renovate our new rental purchase we realize the power and imortance of using the right tool for the job - a...
Aug 28, 2024•11 min
