Boost your podcasting game with marketing insights, tools for guest agreements, sound tips, and productivity hacks from the latest episode of Build a Big Podcast!

Key Themes

• Podcast growth strategies
• Post-production and editing
• Audience engagement tips
• Marketing insights from Marvel Studios
• Useful podcast tools
• The importance of clear agreements, for co-hosts, guests, and podcast sponsors

Topics covered in this episode:​

• Podcasting Lesson from Marvel Studios: Insights into how Marvel uses motion capture technology and how it relates to podcasting postproduction
• How Sound Works for Podcasters: Explanation of sound dynamics and tips for avoiding unwanted noise during recordings
• Subtraction by Derek Sivers: Discussion on focus and productivity, highlighting Derek Sivers' philosophy of saying no to distractions
• Free Tool for Guest Agreements: Introduction to a tool for collecting electronic signatures on guest agreements to avoid future misunderstandings
• Challenges with Time Zones: Keeping track of time zones and mention of using automated booking tools to simplify scheduling

Episode Timestamps

• 04:14 Facade over actor's expressions in film industry (and your podcast)
• 08:50 Leaf blowers and podcasters - a lesson in sound
• 11:51 Eating too much?
• 13:45 A quality mic and quiet environment
• 18:09 Podcasting tools for audience building and monetization

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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 182 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.   ​

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• Big Podcast Extra - Podcasting Tips
• Big Podcast AMP (Audio Monetization Program)