E324 - Scarlett Classic, Host of Classic Advice Podcast, Answers 3 Podcast Questions - NaPodPoMo Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in...
Nov 03, 2024•15 min•Ep 324•Transcript available on Metacast E323 - Emily Aborn - Host of THE CONTENT WITH CHARACTER PODCAST, 3 Podcast Questions - NaPodPoMo Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! What strategies do you recommend for identifying and engaging with your audience? Can you describe a challenge that you have faced recently in...
Nov 02, 2024•6 min•Ep 323•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 322 - Michelle Glogovac Host of My Simplified Life Answers 3 Podcast Questions - NaPodPoMo Welcome to November's National Podcast Post Month! Each day for the entire month of November you will be hearing from some of our past guest Co-Hosts as they return and share about their podcast and answer 3 questions that can help you in your podcast journey! Michelle Glogovac, Host of the My Simplified Life Podcast answers these three questions on this episode! What strategies do you recommen...
Nov 01, 2024•4 min•Ep 322•Transcript available on Metacast Question of the Month - October 2024 - What Was The Last Podcast That You Recommended to Someone and Why - Your Responses Your responses to the Question of the Month: What was the last podcast that you recommended and why did you recommend it? Dave's choice: The Mel Robbins Podcast You can change your life and Mel Robbins will show you how. Mel Robbins is one of the world’s most widely booked and followed podcast hosts and authors. https://www.melrobbins.com ___ https://pod.link/1646101002/episo...
Oct 31, 2024•11 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 321 - CO-HOST - David Beckmeyer host of Outrage Overload, A.I. Notebook LM and Tools for Podcasters If you're a curious person fed up with outrage culture and looking for thoughtful, balanced discussions, this podcast is for you. 40 minutes every few weeks. It will change your life. Outrage Overload is a show dedicated to exploring the pervasive impact of outrage in society and politics, and providing strategies to lower the temperature. In each episode we explore a different aspect of t...
Oct 30, 2024•57 min•Ep 321•Transcript available on Metacast The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - A Podcaster's Tool That Shares the Truth About Podcasting, PodMatch Report Tool Reviewed Podcasting Industry Report Specifically for Independent Podcasters This report provides interview-based independent podcasters with relevant industry metrics by excluding data from celebrity and big network shows. https://podmatch.com/report https://www.joinpodmatch.com/truemedia ___ Meet with Dave for a free consult to help you with your podcast https://calendly.com/tr...
Oct 29, 2024•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 320 - CO-HOST - Pat Fenner - PodMatch, Capsule Podcasts, A.I. in Podcasting Pat has been writing online for almost 15 years. A self-taught podcaster, she now writes, edits, and manages shows for business owners who are mission-driven, client-oriented, and eager to get back to creating content and materials that serve their customers and clients with excellence! A retired home educator, Pat taught her 5 children and helped her husband with his business. Over the course of those years, she...
Oct 28, 2024•46 min•Ep 320•Transcript available on Metacast October Wrap-up, Question of the Month, National Podcast Post Month and New Meetups Reminder dear podcaster! We are nearing the end of October and if you want your podcast featured along with your answer to the question of the month for October, please respond now! Also, we have started a new PodLounge Tuesday Meetup at 2 pm eastern standard time each Tuesday afternoon in November for our community. If you can't make it to our Saturday morning 11 am est Meetups, try our Tuesday Meetup - our Tues...
Oct 26, 2024•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 319 - CO-HOST - Danny Brown - Captivate.fm, Podcasting Without Gatekeepers, Podcasting 2.0 Hi, I’m Danny Brown. I’m host of several podcasts, and creator of several more. I’ve also written a few books, and sometimes share articles here to open up a conversation on being better people. Podcasts Currently I host or co-host the following shows: One Minute Podcast Tips, Pod Chat, The Little Pod of Inspiration, Podcaster Stories, and Mental Health and Us. In and Around Podcasting with Captiva...
Oct 25, 2024•43 min•Ep 319•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 318 - The Art of Being a Great Interviewer, Mastering Curiosity and Connection Discover how curiosity and the ability to forge genuine connections can transform your interviews into engaging and insightful conversations.Key Topics Covered: The Power of Curiosity Building Genuine Connections Mastering the Art of Questioning Active Listening and Adaptability Creating a Comfortable Environment Ethical Considerations Continuous Improvement Conclusion: Mastering the art of interviewing is a c...
Oct 23, 2024•25 min•Ep 318•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 317 - How To Be Memorable - Introduce Yourself as a Guest on a podcast or when meeting someone new To make a memorable introduction as a guest on a podcast or when meeting someone new, consider the following strategies: Key Elements of a Memorable Introduction Start with Your Current Role : Clearly state your current title and what you do. This grounds the listener in your expertise. Example: “I’m a digital marketing strategist helping brands connect with their audiences through innovati...
Oct 21, 2024•25 min•Ep 317•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 316 - CO-HOST - Alan Lazaros - Next Level University - helping you get to the next level of your life, love, health, and wealth What is next level university? At Next Level University, we are committed to helping you get to the next level of your life, love, health, and wealth. No matter where you are in life, there is always a next level. Through podcast episodes, weekly meetups and one-on-one and group coaching, we share tips, strategies, and lessons we’ve learned along the way to help...
Oct 18, 2024•41 min•Ep 316•Transcript available on Metacast Episode 315 - How Self-Absorption Stifles Podcasting - Addressing the Challenges of Ego in Podcasting The issue of self-absorption in podcasting has indeed become a significant concern, potentially stifling content creation and community building. This trend mirrors broader issues seen in social media and content creation in general. Impact of Self-Absorption on Content Creation Self-absorption can negatively impact podcast content creation in several ways: Narrow Focus : When podcasters become ...
Oct 16, 2024•30 min•Ep 315•Transcript available on Metacast Podcast Tip For Audience Growth and Retention, Meetups, Question of the Month and October Updates Frustrated with the growth of your podcast audience, Dave shares how you can refocus your attention on your audience and grow your listeners As well, a reminder of the National Podcast Post Month #NaPodPoMo for November - if you want to partcipate, I am looking for podcasters to promote their show and answer 3 questions that will help a fellow podcaster - interested? Our Question of the Month is out...
Oct 15, 2024•15 min•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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,...
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