Big Podcast Playbook - Grow Your Podcast. Build Your Audience.

Unlock your podcasting potential with this episode of Build a Big Podcast! Main Objectives of this Episode Growing your podcast audience Making a podcast that sponsors are interested in Creating a podcast that people will miss if it's gone Monetization Potential How podcasting skills can be monetized Information on Big Podcast Amp at bigpodcast.com/amp Challenges in Content Creation Increasing noise making it harder to grab attention Risk of burnout from the "content treadmill" Podcast Improvement Tips (7 Nonnegotiable Things) Clear Niche Importance of clearly defined target audience Distinct Perspective Necessity of a unique point of view for your podcast Non-Neutral Voice The importance of having a clear stance on issues and meticulous editing Mostly Insights, Some Promotion Balance of valuable content and promotion Personal Engagement Avoiding generic address terms, speaking as if to a single person Use 'You' Frequently Making the audience feel personally addressed Relax and Be Real Showing genuine personality and sharing relatable stories Editing Insights Example of editing efficiency where up to 40% of recorded content can be removed Advertising Tips Integration of ads with useful content Personal Stories Sharing personal anecdotes without crossing professional boundaries David and his wife selling items on eBay Humorous eBay search incident with "dirty dicks" hot sauce Podcast Information Promotion of "Build A Big Podcast" and its focus on growth, monetization, and improvement Podcast website: bigpodcast.com Episode Highlights Podcast rebranding 7 non-negotiable podcast requirements Guide on podcast interviews New podcast "Talk Tuah" by Haliey Welch Business blueprint and royalty-free music for podcasters Classified ads to help grow podcasts Podcast Rebranding Details Discussion on the importance of environment on identity and behavior Changes including new artwork and formats Subscribe and Follow Subscription details at bigpodcast.com/subscribe Additional updates at extra.bigpodcast.com Big Podcast History Initial name "Big Podcast Daily" during a 30-day trial run Renamed to "Build a Big Podcast" Title Considerations Challenges with naming a podcast about podcasting to ensure clarity Future Content More detailed discussions on rebranding to be shared on Big Podcast Extra and in the newsletter 8 Steps for Better Podcast Interviews Do Your Research Importance of preparation Create a Flexible Outline Having an adaptable structure for the interview Use Open-Ended Questions Encouragement of storytelling Listen Actively Importance of smooth transitions and acknowledging responses Maintain a Conversational Tone Engaging in two-way interaction Be Adaptable Willingness to deviate from the plan based on the conversation Monitor the Clock Ensuring coverage of important topics within available time Review and Edit the Recording Analyzing for continuous improvement Haliey Welch New Podcast Deal with Jake Paul's media company and financial earnings Charitable initiatives and dog adoption promotion Content focused on pop culture with charitable undertones Solo Business Canvas One-page blueprint for optimizing podcast business Identification of ideal listener, new revenue opportunities, and resources Persona Music 10,000 royalty-free songs for podcast background music Enhancing content and ad quality Pre-Interview Importance Essential for improving podcast quality Gauging guest's communication style and knowledge Additional Information Subscribe to Build a Big Podcast See Big Podcast AMP for personalized podcast growth assistance Episode Timestamps 00:00 Drive podcast traffic using Riverside's AI Magic Clips (See an example here.) 04:00 Environment (and microphones) shapes identity and behavior significantly 09:13 Why content creators (including podcasters) struggle 10:54 Focus on niche for a specific podcast audience 16:52 Balancing humanity with podcast content is crucial 21:26 Frustration transitioning from upbeat song to dedication 26:13 Editing your own podcast teaches valuable hosting lessons 26:50 Review recordings to improve podcast hosting skills 30:54 Affordable music for your podcast 33:24 Simple website creation for podcasters The Newsletter for Podcasters Big Podcast Insider - Weekly Podcasting Newsletter ​ This episode of Build a Big Podcast is brought to you by Riverside ...​ Riverside is online recording software that makes it easy for podcasters to record studio-quality interviews from anywhere. Try it free and, if you like it, get 15% off any membership plan when you use the code BIGPODCAST.​​ About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​ This is the audio companion to Issue 197 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more. ​ Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newslet

Breaking down the most debated podcasting tools and events with an insider's perspective - David Hooper rates them as overrated, underrated, or accurately rated on this episode of Build a Big Podcast! Episode Timestamps Introduction (00:00:05 - 00:00:56) Breaking the 4th wall Mentioning past insider episodes and newsletter Overwhelm with other work (new book, other projects, client work, NPR podcast) Introduction to "Build A Big Podcast" and episode format Episode Format: Over, Under, or Accurate (00:00:56 - 00:01:21) Explanation of the format: Overrated, Underrated, or Accurately Rated Blue Yeti Microphone (00:01:21 - 00:03:33) Overrated for most people, underrated for podcasters Best practices for using Blue Yeti Cost and sensitivity issues Alternative: ATR 2100 by Audio-Technica Audacity (00:03:33 - 00:04:12) Highly underrated Long-time user perspective New features and plug-in compatibility Opinions on destructive vs. non-destructive editing Podcasting Conferences (00:04:12 - 00:10:24) General opinion: Underrated until they are overrated Costs and company expenses Differences between independent and company podcasters Importance of having a plan for bigger events Music industry comparison: SXSW Opinion on smaller, regional events Potential for organizing small events for independent podcasters High-End Microphones (00:10:24 - 00:14:16) General opinion: Overrated for general use, underrated for reliability Examples: RE 20, SM 7B, SM 58 Issues with counterfeit microphones Importance of reliability and quality Remote Recording (00:14:16 - 00:19:20) General opinion: Accurately rated Benefits of in-person interviews Personal anecdotes (e.g., Dolly Parton interview) Time-saving aspects of remote recording platforms Comparison with past technologies (ISDN) Unique experiences tied to in-person interviews Conclusion (00:19:20 - 00:20:01) Future episodes on overrated, underrated, or accurate topics Information on how to subscribe and stay updated on new episodes The Newsletter for Podcasters Big Podcast Insider - Weekly Podcasting Newsletter ​ Want more help growing your podcast audience? Big Podcast Extra - Podcasting Tips Big Podcast AMP (Audio Monetization Program) Click the icon below to listen.

Learn how to grow your podcast, find quality equipment on a budget, and make your show truly matter in this episode of Build a Big Podcast! Main Objectives of this Episode Growing your podcast audience Making a podcast that sponsors are interested in Creating a podcast that people will miss if it's gone Topics Covered in This Episode Building a Successful Podcast Importance of perception in life and podcasting Example of the podcast "20VC" and its growth journey Realistic expectations about the time it takes to succeed in podcasting David's first radio experience and its evolution Coming soon ... 30-day Solo Podcast Challenge to improve hosting skills Big Podcast AMP (Audio Monetization Program) The $99 Miracle Reduction in costs for quality podcasting equipment Example of Shure SM 57 and SM 58 microphones Cost comparison of recording equipment over the years What's your "$99 miracle" story? Exclusive Podcast Deals Historical example of exclusive deals in media ... MTV and Friday Night Videos Potential pitfalls and benefits of exclusive deals David's personal experience with CBS offer Joe Rogan's Spotify exclusive deal and its evolution 70,000,000 Listeners Can't Be Wrong Marketing vs. product quality The importance of editing and making content look effortless Example of Michael Jackson's "Thriller" and the extensive effort put into the final product Reference to an NPR-style narrative piece David is working on Free Productivity App: Twos Features and benefits Collaboration capabilities Comparisons to other productivity apps like Things and Marvin Free Sound Effects: Audio Website for high-quality, free sound effects Encouragement to utilize sound effects to enhance podcast production A Light-hearted Joke Instagram model and soldier on Call of Duty joke Analogy about the importance of real-world experience and engagement with the audience Episode Timestamps 03:21 Success in podcasting: patience, persistence, daily effort 06:44 Radio career shifted from promotion to hosting 11:51 Audacity helps remove tape hiss 15:08 Exclusive deals risk isolating broad audiences 19:15 Podcast creation: Editing is the real work 23:05 Instagram model vs Call of Duty soldier 25:59 Grow your podcast audience and monetize effectively 27:20 Grateful The Newsletter for Podcasters Big Podcast Insider - Weekly Podcasting Newsletter ​ This episode of Build a Big Podcast is brought to you by Riverside ...​ Riverside is online recording software that makes it easy for podcasters to record studio-quality interviews from anywhere. Try it free and, if you like it, get 15% off any membership plan when you use the code BIGPODCAST.​​ About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​ This is the audio companion to Issue 196 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more. ​ Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, you can subscribe here – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time with a single click.​ Want more help growing your podcast audience? Big Podcast Extra - Podcasting Tips Big Podcast AMP (Audio Monetization Program) Click the icon below to listen.