Video podcasting is coming to Apple Podcasts. And not in an indirect way. They're adding it to the native ecosystem for the first time. Libsyn's been allowing passthru of video for years, but this new step means creators can upload full video versions of their show in Apple Podcasts and rely on it being a decent experience.

I've been staunchly anti-video using YouTube, but this has changed my mind.

Listen to this episode of B2B Podcasting Insights to find out why.

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If you’re putting real effort into your B2B podcast and still wondering why it isn’t really moving anything, consistency probably isn’t the problem you think it is.

Publishing weekly feels responsible.

It looks good internally.

It gives teams something concrete to point at.

But it rarely builds trust on its own.

I’m Neal Veglio, and in this episode of B2B Podcasting Insights, I’m breaking down why “you must be consistent” has become one of the most over-valued ideas shared by self-styled podcasting experts in B2B podcasting, and what actually does the heavy lifting when it comes to credibility, trust, and commercial impact.

We look at why two podcasts can publish on the same schedule and get completely different outcomes, why sounding “fine” is often a bigger problem than sounding wrong, and how podcasts quietly remove doubt long before a sales conversation ever happens.

There’s also a simple test you can run on your own show to see whether it’s genuinely doing strategic work, or just adding to a growing back catalogue.

Useful links

Podknows Website

https://podknows.co.uk

B2B Podcast Growth Diagnostic

https://podknows.co.uk/diagnostic

Podcast Audits

https://podknows.co.uk/audits

00:00 The consistency question CMOs keep asking

01:08 Why listeners respond to patterns, not schedules

03:11 Cadence vs the listener experience

04:20 The three-episode trust test

05:24 Why publishing more won’t fix vague thinking

06:44 Listener message on reporting podcast value internally

09:16 Founder FAQ: supportive vs safe podcasts

11:11 Final thoughts and next steps

If your B2B podcast relies on interviews by default, there’s a good chance it isn’t really doing its job.

Interviews feel safe.

They’re familiar.

They spread responsibility.

And they let the host stay slightly hidden.

I’m Neal Veglio, and in this episode of B2B Podcasting Insights, I’m unpacking why interview-led B2B podcasts are so common — and why they so often fail to create clarity, trust, or commercial impact.

I explain how guest conversations can hurt the host’s credibility instead of the listener’s needs, why so many interview shows sound pleasant but change nothing, and how hiding behind guests is usually a psychological decision, not a strategic one.

I also share what the data actually shows when we compare interview episodes with solo episodes — including why solo formats consistently outperform on engagement, completion, and real-world response.

There’s a clear breakdown of when interviews can work, what they’re genuinely good for, and why they should support a strategy rather than be the strategy.

If your podcast gets downloads but rarely gets referenced in sales conversations, inbound messages, or buying decisions, this episode will help you understand why — and what to rethink before booking another guest.

Useful links

Podknows Website

https://podknows.co.uk

B2B Podcast Growth Diagnostic

https://podknows.co.uk/diagnostic

Podcast Audits

https://podknows.co.uk/audits

Timestamped summary

00:00 Why most B2B podcasts default to interviews

01:46 Why interview shows feel safe but ineffective

03:23 When interviews actually work

04:47 Solo episodes vs interviews: what the data shows

05:13 Why clarity beats control

06:44 Authority, trust, and brand risk

07:31 What a B2B podcast is really for

08:20 Listener message on choosing intention over frequency

10:14 Founder FAQ: when podcasts start delivering results

12:13 Final thoughts and next steps

If your B2B podcast is “performing well,” there’s a good chance you’re measuring the wrong thing.

Download numbers feel important.

They’re easy to report.

They look reassuring on a slide.

But they rarely tell you whether your podcast is actually influencing anything.

I’m Neal Veglio, and in this episode of B2B Podcasting Insights, I’m unpacking why download numbers are such a comforting distraction — and how they quietly pull B2B podcasts away from doing useful work.

I also share a simple reframe that helps teams stop obsessing over reach and start thinking about influence — including the early signs that your podcast is making sales conversations easier, even if the numbers look modest.

There’s a listener question from a managing director asking what a podcast is meant to do that a strong sales team doesn’t — and why the answer has nothing to do with audience size.

If your podcast gets downloads but still leaves prospects confused, unconvinced, or starting from zero on sales calls, this episode will help you see why — and what to pay attention to instead.

Useful links

Podknows Website

https://podknows.co.uk

B2B Podcast Growth Diagnostic

https://podknows.co.uk/diagnostic

Podcast Audits

https://podknows.co.uk/audits

Timestamped summary

00:00 Why download numbers feel important

01:10 What a podcast download actually tells you

02:30 Why downloads are such a comforting lie

03:50 How numbers push podcasts into bad behaviour

05:20 Why influence beats reach every time

06:30 The metrics most B2B podcasts ignore

07:40 Listener question: what’s the podcast’s job vs sales?

09:10 Using podcasts to shape thinking before the sales call

10:00 Why downloads are a starting point, not proof

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In this bonus episode, we delve into the new exchange for creator-led advertising; Creator X.

The platform claims to be built to address frustrations in the market.

If your B2B podcast was working, your sales calls would sound different.

Most B2B podcasts are easy to listen to.

They’re consistent. Polished. Well-intentioned.

And yet… nothing changes.

Prospects still ask basic questions.

Sales calls still start from scratch.

And the podcast quietly sits there, passing time.

I’m Neal Veglio, and in this episode of B2B Podcasting Insights, I’m unpacking why that happens — and what it looks like when a podcast actually earns its place in the buying process.

In this episode, I cover:

1. Why podcasts that feel “safe” rarely influence decisions
2. The difference between being listened to and being remembered
3. Why internal praise is often a warning sign, not a win
4. How effective podcasts equip buyers for internal conversations
5. A simple question to tell whether your sales calls should sound different by now

There’s also a practical segment on guest interviews, including advice shared with Susan Walsh, founder of The Classification Guru, on how to use guests without losing strategic control.

If someone could binge your show for months and still ask “so… what do you actually do?”, this episode will help you understand why — and what needs to change.

Useful links

Podknows Website:

https://podknows.co.uk

B2B Podcast Growth Diagnostic:

https://podknows.co.uk/diagnostic

Podcast audits:

https://podknows.co.uk/audits

Guest mentioned:

Susan Walsh — The Classification Guru

https://www.theclassificationguru.com/

Timestamped summary

00:00 If your podcast was working, your sales calls would sound different

01:10 Why most B2B podcasts don’t influence anything

03:00 The real risk your buyer is trying to manage

05:20 Why neutrality kills decision-making

07:40 Internal praise as a red flag

10:10 Building a podcast that shows up in buying conversations

12:30 Using guests without losing focus

15:10 The sales call test

16:40 How to find out if your podcast is actually doing its job

Most B2B podcasts don’t actually have a job.

They exist because someone, somewhere, decided the company “should have a podcast”. Not because anyone decided what it was meant to do.

I’m Neal Veglio, and in this episode of B2B Podcasting Insights, I’m asking the grown-up question almost nobody asks before they hit record...

In this episode, I break down:

1. Why so many B2B podcasts quietly become jobless
2. How interviews often mask a lack of strategy
3. What changes inside a business when a podcast becomes operational
4. A simple test to tell whether your podcast is earning its keep — or wasting attention

If you’re responsible for a B2B podcast and can’t clearly explain what should change after someone listens, this episode will help you spot the problem — and decide what to do next.

Visual breakdown: https://podknows.co.uk/jobless

Podcast Growth Diagnostic: https://podknows.co.uk/diagnostic

00:00 Why most B2B podcasts don’t have a job

01:20 The question nobody asks before launching

02:26 Why “brand awareness” isn’t a job

03:22 What an operational podcast actually does

05:00 How podcasts end up jobless

09:20 What changes when a podcast has a job

12:40 The disappearance test

15:40 The Podcast Growth Diagnostic

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Most B2B podcasts fail for one simple reason. They’re built around topics nobody is looking for, instead of the real moment a buyer realises something in their business is breaking.

In this episode, I break down why your “marketing”, “leadership”, or “productivity” episodes are getting skipped, and what to do instead.

We’ll get into:

• How to spot actual content you should be publishing, using your sales calls

• Why “topics” make your show sound like a 2014 panel discussion

• The shift from brand awareness to belief-building

• Simple ways to turn your podcast into a pipeline machine, not a weekly chore

If you want episodes your ideal clients recognise themselves in, this is the one to listen to.

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Today, we’re celebrating a major client milestone - 200 podcast episodes—with Michelle J. Raymond, LinkedIn expert and host of Social Media for B2B Growth.

Welcome to another episode of B2B Podcasting Insights! I'm Neal Veglio and in this special episode, I'm stepping into the interviewer’s chair on Michelle J. Raymond’s own podcast to help her share her incredible podcasting journey.

You’ll hear honest reflections on the first hundred experimental episodes, the turning points that led to lasting success, and the surprising ways podcasting has transformed Michelle J. Raymond’s business and confidence.

From redefining podcast strategy after a dramatic cease-and-desist from LinkedIn to discovering the true power of intimate audience relationships — and why podcasting creates higher-quality leads than any other channel — this episode is packed with raw insights and practical lessons that every B2B podcaster and marketer will resonate with.

If you’re curious about what it really takes to grow a B2B podcast over hundreds of episodes and the impact it can have, you won't want to miss this one.

00:00 "Sharing Diverse Podcast Experiences"

04:52 "Effort, Alignment, and Success"

06:19 "Podcasting for B2B Growth"

12:13 "Empowered Communication and Choices"

16:22 "Podcasting: Building Real Connections"

20:26 "Messages That Motivate Me"

22:21 "Podcast Success with Neal"

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Most branded podcasts chase 'awareness' and stall.

Let's make sure yours doesn't.

Hi, I'm Neal Veglio, founder of Podknows Podcasting.

In this episode, I'm making my case for why your show isn’t top-of-funnel content—it’s conversion accelerant.

You’ll learn the 70% Rule (who your show is really for), how to swap broad topics for buying-trigger episodes, and why you need this podcast to become your best salesperson, without the pitch.

Ready to turn your feed into a closer? Book a Podknows Podcast Audit for a written report, video breakdown, and a 1:1 call—delivered within four working days after booking: podknows.co.uk/audits.

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