Podcasting is a great way to connect with your audience. It also has a broad yet growing audience. Podcast Insights report that 50% of homes are ‘podcast fans,’ with more than 60 million listening to podcasts weekly. 

At the same time, running a podcast is by no means for the faint of heart. You need to have the right content, equipment, audio, and marketing to get some traction. Even then, your podcast listens, and downloads aren’t guaranteed. 

Of the...

Podcasting continues to grow in popularity and reach. There are more than 750,000 active podcasts, with thousands of episodes uploaded monthly. It’s also a budding content medium with new podcasts starting almost daily. And with a pandemic year like we’ve had, it’s gained significant spikes since people are looking for more ways to stay entertained. 

You may be tempted to start your own podcast. But if you ask the best in the game, podcasting takes significant...

Podcasts are a great way in audio form to build your brand, increase customer loyalty, and earn revenue through ads or other monetization methods. Believe it or not, there are over 750,000 active podcasts today. While that sounds like a lot, podcasts are still somewhat in their infancy stages. Compare them to the 500 million blogs in existence, and you’ll see what I mean. 

That info is enough to make you want to start your own podcast. What you’ll come...

What is a podcast?

The 2020 Podcast is what used to be our parents “talk radio.” You can find a podcast on any topic or interest you may have. Podcast are available on streaming apps. They are often audio shows that are recorded weekly or in chapters. They tend to have a following and people come back week after week if they are interested in the topic or theme or they form a bond with the host.  According to Podcast Insights, “50% of American households are Podcast...

Whether you’re a new podcaster or seasoned pro, you may be thinking about starting your podcast website. Maybe you’ve seen websites from Gimlet Media or Joe Rogan. Or you want a beautifully designed page like Twenty Thousand Hertz. Either way, this is an excellent thought to have. If you’re not sure where to start, this post is for you. 

What Is a Podcast Website?

As the name implies, it’s a website that’s a home for your podcast. A podcast is a powerful...

When creating a podcast, there are a lot of moving parts. To create a show your listeners will enjoy, you need the right equipment, editing, and quality, high-value content. You’ll also need a podcast host, and choosing the right one can sometimes make or break your podcast. I’ve done some short reviews on popular podcast hosting services like Podbean, Buzzsprout, and Anchor. Transistor has been one of the new kids on the block.

Podcast hosting and why you need one

When you launch...

When I think about the great hosts and interviewers of our time, I think about persons Howard Stern, Larry King, Barbara Walters, and Oprah. They led the way in creating profound experiences for listeners or viewers, whether emotional or controversial. 

Today, with the advent of podcasts, we have some excellent modern-day interviewers like Joe Rogan, TED’s Chris Anderson, and WTF’s Marc Maron. At the same time, now everyone can be an interviewer; no experience...

If you’re planning to start podcasting or maybe you have recently started, one of the first challenges you have to face is coming up with podcast episode ideas. 

Coming up with an initial topic may be easy - perhaps it’s the reason you decided to start your podcast. 

But to keep your channel running, you need topics and guests for a constant content flow.

Podcasting is a long game. 

Most podcasters take years before they see any real growth in...

Podcasters have a lot to think about. They need to plan their content. They need to make sure the audio does not suck. Secure guests and spend hours editing content. The list goes on. When it’s done, the podcaster must distribute it on as many platforms as possible. Sometimes, listeners can leave podcast reviews. For some podcasters, positive reviews are everything. To others, these reviews are baseless and add no value to their overall content. They may still get listeners,...

Podcasting continues to grow as more and more companies and individuals create shows almost daily. That’s expected since millions of Americans tune in to podcasts. Most podcast listeners are also high earners. So it makes sense to get your message in front of the audio audience from a revenue standpoint. Most podcasts are open to the public on repositories like iTunes, Spotify, and Soundcloud. Recently, member-only, private podcasts have been holding its own. So should you do a private...