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Why Your Podcast Isn't Growing: Principles On Content Marketing, Building an Audience & Online Coaching Sales

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Are you finding it hard to grow fast even though you've been working long and consistently on your show? ‘Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing’ helps topic-focused podcasters (coaches, business owners & experts) gain clarity on why your show isn't growing as fast as you'd like. Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday hosts Anthony & Taig, founders of GetMoreListeners.com, share growth-murdering mistakes podcasters often make that lead to slow and steady growth, and then share the changes you can make today to fast-track your growth. If you’re looking to gain 1000s of listeners who not only follow your show religiously but take the next step, whether that’s becoming a client, subscriber or just supporting the show… You need to know what steps are worth taking and which to ignore. Step 1: listen to #2: 7 Reasons Why Most Podcasts Struggle To Grow That No One Is Talking About
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Episodes

#309 | The Not So Obvious Intro Format That Tripled Her Listenership In 90 Days

Is your podcast intro silently sabotaging your growth? If your listener numbers stall or your retention drops off after the first minute, your intro might be to blame—no matter how good your content is. In this episode, Anthony and Taig reveal the overlooked intro structure that turned around a stagnant podcast and tripled listener growth in just 90 days. You’ll see why so many hosts unknowingly repel ideal listeners—before they even say anything meaningful. You’ll discover: The 3 most common in...

Jul 10, 202513 minEp. 309

#308 | Why Ditching Organic Growth Is The Best Thing You Can Do If You Want To Grow Fast & Monetize

Are you confusing ‘organic podcast growth’ with doing nothing and hoping for the best? Most creators think organic means passive. But if you’re still showing up, creating great episodes, and seeing zero traction… you’re not growing organically — you’re just stuck. This episode breaks down the hidden mindset virus holding podcasters back and the real strategy that makes sustainable, compound growth possible. You’ll learn: Why most podcasters misunderstand what “organic growth” really means The 3 ...

Jul 07, 202517 minEp. 308

#307 | The #1 Growth Tactic You Can Use Today To Make Listeners Binge Your Podcast

Why isn’t your podcast growing, even though you’ve been having amazing conversations for years? If you’re tired of pouring energy into your podcast only to get crickets, this episode will change the game. Discover the real reason listeners aren't clicking play—and how a single shift in your approach can make your show truly binge-worthy. In this episode, you’ll learn: How to uncover the most urgent problems your audience is desperate to solve (and build content around them). Why your episode tit...

Jul 03, 202517 minEp. 307

#306 | The Mental Trap Is Blocking Your Ability To Grow & Monetize (Without You Realizing It)

Are you unknowingly sabotaging your podcast growth by doing more instead of thinking smarter ? Most podcasters believe the key to growth is producing more content, more consistently, or promoting harder. But in this episode, we reveal the hidden mental trap— tunnel vision —that quietly derails even the most motivated creators. You’ll discover how this invisible force steals your focus, leads to bad decisions, and keeps you stuck in survival mode instead of strategic thinking. Here’s what you’ll ...

Jun 30, 202517 minEp. 306

#305 | What Is Podcast SEO and Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore It as a Business Growth Strategy

Want to grow to 5-10k monthly downloads in 6 months or less and have a fully monetized podcast without replying on social media, paid promotions or high profile guests? Click here and book a free strategy session with the Get More Listeners team. What if your podcast could attract thousands of new listeners without relying on guests, viral clips, or constant promotion? Most podcasters struggle to grow—even when they’re consistent, have great content, and follow all the “rules.” But the real reas...

Jun 26, 202517 minEp. 305

#304 | The Weird Addiction You Have As a Podcaster That’s Stopping Your Show From Growing

Are you addicted to learning… but still feel stuck with your podcast growth? You’re reading books, watching videos, maybe even bingeing podcast growth tips—but your downloads haven’t moved, your audience isn’t growing, and your message still isn’t reaching the people who need it most. This episode dives into the hidden addiction most podcasters face: knowledge consumption without implementation . It’s not a mindset issue—it’s a habit issue. And it could be the biggest reason you’re not growing H...

Jun 23, 202522 minEp. 304

#303 | Are You Making The Same Sneaky Mistakes That Kept A Podcaster Stuck Below 500 Mo/Dl After 5 Years!

Want to grow to 5-10k monthly downloads in 6 months or less and have a fully monetized podcast without replying on social media, paid promotions or high profile guests? Click here and book a free strategy session with the Get More Listeners team. Are you unknowingly pouring listeners into a leaky bucket? If you’ve been podcasting for years, booking high-profile guests, and creating incredible content—but your podcast growth is still stuck—this episode is your wake-up call. Most podcasters believ...

Jun 19, 202510 minEp. 303

#302 | The 3 Levels Of Fear Of Failure In Podcasting: Identify Your Level You're On To Fix It

Are you really giving 100%—or is fear secretly calling the shots? You might think self-belief is your superpower, but what if it's actually the barrier keeping you from hitting your full potential? In this deep-dive episode, we uncover the three hidden levels of fear of failure that silently shape your momentum, your results, and even your identity. Here's what you'll learn: The 3 levels of fear of failure—and how to know which one is currently limiting you. Why strong self-belief can actually t...

Jun 16, 202530 minEp. 302

#301 | Why Your Podcast Will NEVER Monetize If You Focus On Visibility

Is your podcast “making an impact” but not making any money? In this episode, Anthony Nwaneri shares the true story of a podcaster who spent two years creating valuable content—and almost gave up because it wasn’t moving the needle in her business. Until one question reframed everything. If you’ve ever felt like your podcast is powerful but profitless, this episode will shift your entire mindset. Here’s what you’ll learn: 1. The real reason why visibility without monetization creates burnout, co...

Jun 12, 202510 minEp. 301

#300 | How Interview-Based Podcasts Are Keeping Business Owners Poor

Are solo episodes the secret to serious podcast growth and monetization? If you’ve ever felt resistance to going solo on your show, you’re not alone—but that hesitation might be the very thing holding you back from real impact and income. Most podcasters default to interviews out of comfort, not strategy. But in this episode, Anthony and Ty unpack the deep-rooted fears around going solo and explain why embracing solo episodes is the most powerful shift for a business-driven podcast. From buildin...

Jun 09, 202520 minEp. 300

#299 | Your Podcast Is Losing $100K Every Year You Don’t Have This One Thing (Warning for Business Owners)

Are you unknowingly losing six figures a year from your podcast? If your podcast isn’t strategically aligned with your business, it’s not just a missed opportunity—it’s a massive leak in your revenue stream. In this episode, Taig and Anthony unpack the real reason most podcasts fail to generate ROI— even if you have great content and loyal listeners . You’ll hear the transformation story of a client who rebranded their podcast, doubled their downloads, and unlocked seven figures in pipeline valu...

Jun 05, 202515 minEp. 299

#298 | Give Us 17 Minutes & We'll Explain Why Not Having a Target Listener Is a Bigger Problem Than You Think

Are people ignoring your podcast, even though you know your content is valuable? If you’re getting stuck at a few hundred downloads, not gaining traction, and relying on guests to grow your show, the problem might be simpler (and more damaging) than you think: your target listener is too vague . In this episode, you’ll uncover why clarity around who your podcast is for can transform your growth—and how one host went from stagnant downloads to earning $14.4K in just 90 days by changing one thing ...

Jun 02, 202515 minEp. 298

#297 | Why Your Podcast Freebie Isn’t Converting and The 3-Step You Need To Grow Your Email List FAST

Click Here To: Grow Your Email Subscribers Faster with This Proven Plug & Play Template. Or Visit https://getmorelisteners.com/layup What if the secret to monetizing your podcast wasn’t better content—but a better way to lead your audience to act? Most podcasters struggle to convert listeners into buyers—not because their content lacks value, but because their calls to action are misaligned or mistimed. In this episode, you’ll uncover why a high-value lead magnet is often ignored and how to ...

May 29, 202513 minEp. 295

#296 | Invisible Problems Silently Killing Your Podcast’s Growth (That No One's Talking About)

Want to grow to 5-10k monthly downloads in 6 months or less and finally monetize your podcast? Click here and book a free strategy session with the Get More Listeners team. Or visit: getmorelisteners.com/growmypodcast What if all your hard work on your podcast is leading... nowhere? You've been showing up, staying consistent, promoting on social media, and pouring your heart into every episode—but the growth just isn’t happening. What if the core belief driving your efforts is actually sabotagin...

May 26, 202520 minEp. 294

#295 | These Show Notes Mistakes Are Secretly Killing Your Podcast Growth (Avoid All 3 At All Costs)

Write the perfect podcast show notes every time. Click here and steal our AI show notes writing prompt FOR FREE. Or visit getmorelisteners.com/shownotes Are your podcast show notes silently sabotaging your listener growth? If your podcast downloads are plateauing despite quality content, your episode descriptions might be the culprit. Many podcasters unknowingly commit common show notes mistakes that deter potential listeners. In this episode, discover: The top three show notes errors that hinde...

May 22, 202513 minEp. 293

#294 | What Does Podcast Marketing Mean & Why Does It Feel So ‘Icky’ When You Do It?

Are you hesitant to market your podcast because it feels inauthentic or overly promotional? Many podcasters experience discomfort when promoting their shows, often due to negative perceptions of marketing as pushy or manipulative. This episode addresses these concerns by exploring how traditional marketing approaches can create resistance and how adopting pull-based strategies can align with your authentic voice, making promotion feel more natural and effective. Here's what you'll gain from this...

May 19, 202526 minEp. 292

#292 | 3 Big Mistakes You’re Making By Copying Top Podcasters Like Stephen Bartlett

Why shouldn't you copy podcasts like Steven Bartlett when trying to grow your podcast? Are you struggling to grow your podcast? In today's episode, Anthony and Taig break down three key strategies used by Steven Bartlett and other big-name podcasters, revealing why these tactics might not work for smaller, independent podcasters like you. Discover practical alternatives to fast-track your podcast's growth and monetisation, even without a massive audience. In this episode, you will: 1) Learn why ...

May 14, 202529 minEp. 290

#291 | Use These 3 Simple Persuasion Tactics to Grow and Monetize Your Podcast Faster

Why do some podcasts convert listeners into raving fans—and buyers—while others stay stuck in the friend zone? It’s not about being louder. It’s about being smarter. This episode breaks down four proven psychology principles that top marketers use—and shows you exactly how to apply them to grow your podcast, build trust faster, and make your audience feel like buying from you is just who they are now. In this episode you will discover: How to make your listeners feel like they already trust you ...

May 12, 202512 minEp. 289

#290 | Laura's Podcast Blew Past 30k Monthly Downloads Because of Two Specific Changes: Here's What They Are

Want to grow and monetize your podcast way faster in the next 90 days with personalized guidance and following a proven growth and monetization system? Click here . Or visit https://getmorelisteners.com/growmypodcast What if your podcast isn’t broken—just invisible? In this episode, you’ll hear the true story of Laura, a podcast veteran whose show plateaued after 7 years and 4,000 monthly downloads—until one pivotal shift helped her skyrocket to over 30,000 downloads per month in under a year. I...

May 09, 202527 minEp. 290

#289 | How Guests Are Secretly Slowing Down Your Podcast's Growth

Ever wonder why your best guest episode gets tons of praise—but your next one barely gets finished? If you're relying heavily on interviews to grow your show, you might be sabotaging your listener experience without realizing it. In this episode, you'll learn why inconsistent quality from guest-led episodes can quietly kill your podcast growth—and what the "bad haircut effect" can teach you about keeping listeners around. In this episode you will discover: Discover the hidden risk behind guest e...

May 07, 20258 minEp. 288

#288 | Use Urgency In These 3 Specific Areas To Drive More Growth, Engagement & Monetization In Podcasting

Are your podcast episodes struggling to engage listeners and convert them into action-takers What if you could create an irresistible sense of urgency that drives growth and monetization right now? For podcasters who find their audiences passive or hesitant to take action, this episode delivers a clear solution. By injecting urgency into your content, you can keep listeners engaged, drive meaningful actions, and unlock new opportunities for growth—all without resorting to manipulative tactics. H...

May 05, 202511 minEp. 287

#286 | The Podcasting Metric That Matters More Than Downloads For Business Owners Trying To Profit From Their shows

Want to grow to 5-10k monthly downloads in 6 month or less and have a full monetize podcast without replying on social media, paid promotions or high profile guests? Click here and book a free strategy session with the Get More Listeners team. This is only for coach & experts who are ready and willing to invest taking their podcasts to the next level ASAP! Are downloads really the best way to measure your podcast’s success—or are they secretly holding you back? In today’s episode, Anthony an...

May 02, 202514 minEp. 286

#285 | Copy This Weird Tactic That Grew Her Podcast By 20% In 7 Days

What if just one simple tweak could increase your podcast downloads by 20% in a single week Would you try it? Many podcasters struggle with slow growth, constantly wondering how to attract new listeners and keep them coming back. In this episode, we reveal a highly effective but often overlooked strategy that helped a client grow her audience by 20%—in just 7 days. The best part? It’s easy to replicate for your own podcast. In this episode, you will: 1) Learn how one podcaster used "newsjacking"...

Apr 30, 202512 minEp. 285

#284 | We've Audited 300+ Podcasts: Here Are 3 Surprising Things We've Learned About Growing & Monetizing

Is your podcast stuck even though you’re doing everything "right"? After auditing over 300 podcasts (from struggling solo shows to seven-figure success stories), we discovered three uncomfortable truths that completely flip the usual podcast growth advice on its head. If you've been frustrated with slow progress or inconsistent revenue from your podcast, this episode will change how you approach growth, monetization, and long-term success. Inside this episode, you’ll learn: Why real podcast grow...

Apr 28, 202516 minEp. 284

#283 | From 0 to 5,400 Monthly Downloads In 90 Days The Weird Strategy That Grew Ben’s Podcast Fast

Is social media actually worth it for growing your podcast—or just a waste of time? In this episode, we reveal how one of our clients went from zero to 5,400 monthly downloads in just 90 days—without paid ads, big-name guests, or fancy reels. Instead, he built a simple community content flywheel using Facebook groups that quietly exploded his show’s reach and listenership. This strategy goes way beyond "just post your episode." It’s a replicable system that builds real engagement and converts lu...

Apr 25, 202510 minEp. 283

#282 | What a Movie Theater Taught Us About Podcast Growth, Monetization & Keeping Listeners Hooked

What if your podcast content is great—but listeners still aren’t sticking around? This episode unpacks the silent killer of podcast growth: poor listener experience. Using a surprising movie theater analogy, Anthony and Tyg reveal why even the most well-marketed shows fail to grow or generate sales online. If you're only focusing on getting new listeners without optimizing how they experience your show, you’re leaving money—and momentum—on the table. Here’s what you’ll take away: The overlooked ...

Apr 23, 20258 minEp. 282

#281 | 3 Unconventional Ways To Use Social Media To Guarantee Faster Growth For Your Podcast

Sick of posting content on social media that gets zero traction for your podcast? You’re not alone. While most podcasters are stuck in the loop of posting audiograms, asking for likes, and hoping for shares, today’s episode reveals three unconventional strategies that actually move the needle for growth—and generate real, trackable results. These are not the tactics you’ve heard a hundred times. We're breaking down three unique methods that help you grow your podcast audience without begging for...

Apr 21, 202517 minEp. 281

#280 | How To Use Solo Podcasts To Drive More Sales For Your Business

Are you pouring energy into podcasting but still not seeing consistent sales? You’re not alone and there’s a surprising reason your podcast might be underperforming. In this episode, we break down exactly why interview-based podcasts rarely drive revenue and reveal how solo podcasts can massively boost your online sales even if your audience is small. Discover how most podcasters fall into the “value trap” by giving away too much content and failing to move listeners to action. We show you how t...

Apr 18, 202519 minEp. 280

#279 | Why DIY Podcast Growth Is Hurting Your Monetization More Than You Realize

Want to grow and monetize your podcast way faster in the next 90 days with personalized guidance and following a proven growth and monetization system? Click here . Or visit https://getmorelisteners.com/growmypodcast Are you pouring hours into your podcast but seeing little to no return? If you’re DIY-ing your podcast growth and wondering why your show isn’t getting traction, this episode uncovers the real cost — not in dollars, but in time, energy, and missed monetization opportunities. Most po...

Apr 16, 202512 minEp. 249
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