#078 - If you're starting something new, tell your audience about it. If you're stopping something, let your listeners know. If you're taking a break, you guessed it, keep your audience informed. They'll appreciated it.Show Contact InfoTwitter

How To Improve Your Interview Skills | Jonathan Collaton

Apr 12th, 2021 30m 38s

#077 - If you're a podcaster and you have guests on your show or are planning to have guests on your show then you'll want to listen to this episode. Becoming a better interviewer is a skill just like any other. So if you're ready to improve yo

The Many Hidden Features of Podchaser | Bradley Davis

2 Apr 5th, 2021 31m 9s

#076 - If you've heard of Podchaser, you likely know it for one of two things: a place to leave reviews or a place to track your show credits. While both of these are fantastic reasons to use Podchaser, there is so much more available of which

Putting Our Own Podcast Under the Microscope | Brent Allen

Mar 29th, 2021 1h 8m

#075 - Brent joins me again for a different type of episode. This is the beginning of a long-term experiment or case study. Brent and I will be examining one of our own live podcasts to see what we can do to improve the show and get more listen

Discover Why Podpage Has So Many Passionate Fans | Brenden Mulligan

Mar 22nd, 2021 30m 22s

#074 - If you've asked someone for a podcast website recommendation in the past six months, you've likely heard about Podpage. Join me for a behind-the-scenes look at Podpage with the founder, Brenden Mulligan. I think you'll quickly see why Po

If You're Thinking About Starting a Podcast, Start Here

Mar 15th, 2021 13m 43s

#073 - Every day I see people asking for tips and advice on starting a podcast. My answer is always the same. In this episode, I elaborate on that answer. If you know someone who is thinking about starting a podcast, please share this episode w

It's Okay to Make Changes

Mar 12th, 2021 11m 41s

#072 - From time to time there may be changes or adjustments you want to make to your podcast. Go for it. Nothing is set in stone and you don't need permission from anyone. Make whatever changes are in your best interest. In fact, I'm about to

How To End or Leave a Show the Right Way | Brent Allen

Mar 8th, 2021 42m 22s

#071 - No, I am not ending Podcast Better, but it is a topic I want to talk about. I have personally, left two shows in my career and my guest today is leaving his first. We're going to dive into what that looks like, how it feels, and the best

Use Streamyard Even If You're Not Streaming

Mar 5th, 2021 14m 20s

#070 - I've tried many remote connection solutions over the years. Everything from Google Hangouts to Zoom to Discord and more, but none of them compare to the simplicity and reliability of Streamyard.I always like to make things as simple and

A Look Inside Buzzsprout Download Numbers and Stats | Tom Rossi

Mar 1st, 2021 35m 37s

#069 - Buzzsprout co-founder, Tom Rossi joins me today to discuss how Buzzsprout tries to help you understand and utilize your statistics. Together we'll discover exactly how Buzzsprout defines a download and how all the numbers are calculated.

Bad Connection, Bad Recording - It Happened To Me

Feb 26th, 2021 15m

#068 - No one is immune to disaster, but if you're prepared, you can mitigate the damage. My last episode, the interview with Melissa Monte (Mind Love), was the worst technical recording I've dealt with in six years. However, we worked together

Marketing Your Way to a Million Downloads | Melissa Monte

Feb 22nd, 2021 34m 24s

#067 - What would you say if I told you I had a plan to get one million downloads in your first year as a podcaster? Well, I obviously can't guarantee your numbers, but I can share the path that Melissa Monte of the Mind Love Podcast took to ge

Should I Create a Second Website for My Podcast?

Feb 19th, 2021 15m 5s

#066 - One big question I want to answer today: If you already have a website, should you start a secondary website just for your podcast? Well, it depends. Let's explore it together.Mentioned in this Episode:Your Podcast Needs a Website (Episo

How Podcasters Can Get the Most Out of Clubhouse | Mark Savant

Feb 15th, 2021 26m 27s

#065 - Mark Savant joins me to explain how the new, audio-only social media app, Clubhouse can benefit podcasters. Get an overview of the platform and its uses here, then come and talk with us on Clubhouse.Mentioned in this Episode:Clubhouse Ap

Don't Get Overwhelmed, Keep Moving Forward

Feb 12th, 2021 12m 24s

#064 - In today's world it's easy to get overwhelmed by all the knowledge available to you. However, rest assured that you do not need all the knowledge right now. Take a deep breath and take the first step with me.Mentioned in this Episode:Buz

5 Proven Methods to Get More Podcast Guests | Nick Nalbach

Feb 8th, 2021 34m 19s

#063 - Nick Nalbach of the Nine Five Podcast shares the tips and tricks he uses regularly to get guests on his podcast. While I was familiar with some of the methods, I certainly learned a few new tactics and I hope you do too.Mentioned in this

One Story To Rule Them All

Feb 5th, 2021 10m 34s

#062 - Do you keep a catalogue of stories? Do you actively think about retelling stories? Storytelling is a skill, but it starts with having stories prepared to tell. Let's work on finding your story.Quotes"Marketing is no longer about the stuf

Is Your Media Social? | Ken Pescatore

Feb 1st, 2021 37m 7s

#061 - Ken Pescatore of the Pokemon Professor Network joins the show to explain his social media promotion methods. Social media remains his number one source of new listeners, but he has been branching out into a few other podcast promotion me

Do You Know Who Your Listeners Are?

Jan 29th, 2021 15m 6s

#060 - It seems like a basic question, but a lot of podcasters have a hard time answering it. Who are your listeners? Who is your avatar? I'm not talking about the 2009 James Cameron epic. I'm talking about your ideal customer or your ideal lis

How To Prepare For A Guest Interview Episode

Jan 25th, 2021 17m 42s

#059 - As a follow-up to Episode 58, I wanted to address the differences in preparing for an episode with a guest interview. While some of the preparations are similar, there are definitely some things that are unique to interview episodes.Ment

How To Prepare For A Solo Podcast Episode

1 Jan 22nd, 2021 12m 55s

#058 - The more you prepare for your show, the less time you will spend recording and editing your show. It's good for you and it's good for your listener. Let the preparation begin!Mentioned in this Episode:Never Edit Filler Words Again! (Epis

The ONLY Reason I Would Make A 2-Part Episode...

Jan 18th, 2021 13m 10s

#057 - It will happen from time to time that you create an episode that is significantly longer than your average episode. What do you do? Edit? Make two episodes? Make three episodes? Let's talk through it.Mentioned in this Episode:What Is The

Audiograms, Visual Sound Bites, Video Promos - The What, Where, and How

Jan 15th, 2021 14m 54s

#056 - Audiograms, visual sound bites, and video promos are all the same thing. I'm sure you've heard about them or at least seen them in your social media feeds. Now let's talk about how to create them and what content to include in them.Menti

Content vs. Listener - Where Should My Focus Be?

Jan 11th, 2021 9m 30s

#055 - An intriguing question came across my Facebook feed: Should I focus on my content or focus on my listener? I wasn't sure what to make of it at first, but I have some thoughts on it now.Mentioned in this Episode:Subscribe to Podcast Bette

Should I Take A Break During The Holidays?

Jan 8th, 2021 14m 39s

#054 - Podcasting can take a lot of time and effort. The holidays tend to be a time for family and relaxation. Do you take a break or keep production up and running? Or can you have the best of both worlds?Mentioned in this Episode:What Is The