In this quick solo episode, I unpack a strange, non-CTA pitch that landed in my inbox during a recent promotions test. The email simply listed Apple Podcasts keyword rankings for “bad podcast pitches” and linked to a site for “full data”—no ask, no context—which left me wondering whether it was a sales attempt or just a curiosity play. I checked the link but didn’t bite; still, it’s a good reminder that unclear intent makes for a confusing pitch, even when the data looks flattering.

I also share a behind-the-scenes update: my media host, Podhome.fm, now supports publishing both audio and video versions of the same episode via an alternate enclosure. If your podcast app supports this newer spec—and video playback—you can watch this episode instead of just listening. Head to podcastapps.com to find compatible apps and try it out. Next time, I’ll break down a more traditional bad pitch sent by friend of the show, Mike Wilkerson.