Christian Podcasting with Tammy Munson

Hey Friends -

I hope you had a wonderful Christmas full of happiness, joy, and peace! (and some fantastic memories too!) This year was full of many transitions - a new business model + a completely new rebrand. We added several new teams and clients this year. I experienced some setbacks thanks to the economy. The other thing that this year brought was podcasting to the forefront - movies and tv shows being made about podcasts, and podcasts being made about TV shows! So much good stuff.

The golden era of podcasting is coming. Get ready, ladies!

Listen to what to expect in podcasting for 2023:

• Find your niche - Being relevant and unique in a community of a thousand is worth more than having millions of views that don't convert.
• Podcast Ad Spending is growing - Podcasting ad revenue is growing faster (72%) than the total internet ad revenue (35%).
• Use data-driven content to create a better listening experience.
• New markets being driven by the popularity of podcasting pulse MUCH MORE!

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com

Hey Friends -

Since it is Christmas week - Today will be a mini-episode; However, I wanted to talk about Christmas and what drives our pressure-filled expectations. We all have those fantasy-fueled expectations about Christmas that come straight out of a Hallmark movie with the perfect Christmas celebrations, the well-behaved children, and there is no drama of any kind. Listen in to learn how you can take some of the pressure off of yourself:

• Avoid viewing overly romantic, extra sweet Christmas movies and over-the-top social media postings
• Reduce visits to the malls
• Limit gift-giving wrapping and buy more experience type gifts
• Go to a select few church and social functions
• Limit the amount of travel

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com

Hey Friends -

This episode finds me still recovering from my hip surgery this past Wednesday. Everything went well… I am just taking a bit more time to rest. With that in mind, today's episode is a re-air of one of my favorite episodes from this past year: It's Time to Stir Up the Water. Before we dive in, can I remind us all that when God puts something on our hearts, as He did with this one for me, you have to share it… sometimes more than once, am I right?!

So as you've heard me mention before, I'm a BIG fan of The Chosen. I recently watched episode 4 of Season 2, and something stirred inside me. In this episode - One of the things that Jesus tells Matthew - is sometimes, "You Got to Stir Up the Water" and walk off like A BOSS. I loved it. I've been thinking about this ever since, especially how it relates to Podcasting.

One thing I've noticed recently… is that so many podcasts are formula-driven. You know what I'm talking about – Music-intro-main content-music =outro with CTA + music. Even the show notes are formula driven. The thing is, you don't have to have YOUR show sound like everyone else. You want it to be unique. With over 2 million podcasts worldwide, you must set yourself apart to be seen.

Listen in to learn more:

• With 2.4 million podcasts worldwide - you need to stir up the water!
• The importance of storytelling in your podcast
• Practical tips for incorporating your uniqueness into your podcast!

Hey Friends -

So last week, we talked about using the power of email to help you promote your podcast! I really enjoyed this topic, and I think it's going to be very helpful in helping you to grow your audience. Today, we dive in a little further - lead magnets to help grow your email list!

Listen in to learn about :

• Why a lead magnet for a podcast?
• What format should I use?
• Practical tips for creating a successful lead magnet that your audience will love and much more!

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com

Hey Friends -

Happy Post-thanksgiving Monday! On today's show, we are talking about email marketing for your podcast. However, today's episode is not "selling " something but using the power of email to promote your latest podcast episode!

A few weeks ago, I got an email from a listener (Liz D. from Vestavia, AL ) asking about email marketing and if they should have one for their podcast. We've discussed email marketing in past episodes, but I wanted to dive deeper into email marketing, specifically for podcasters! Listen in to learn more :

• Do you need an email list? Why not use social media?
• Consent and Quality Content for your list
• Practical ways to use your email list to grow your podcast audience

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com

Hey Friends -

Today will be another different episode, but I wanted to take a moment today to talk about Gratitude and being thankful. For this holiday week (and every week), I'm thankful for every one of you listening today! There wouldn't be a Creative Cast if it weren't for you listening, sharing, and leaving reviews! It means so much to me – I love you all more than queso, and y'all know how I feel about queso! :) Also, a BIG thank you to those who help make this dream work! My team at Wildfire Creative – Michelle, Alyssa, Lorelee, Alex, Fury, Melody, and my business coach Alli. Of course - the biggest thank you to my family– my husband, Dan, and our daughters, Rebecca and Kiersten, for their neverending support and love!

Listen in to learn more :

• How does being grateful improve your mental health?
• Gratitude can improve your brain and sleep! (who couldn't use more sleep, right? )
• Tips on how to practice Gratitude every day
• The Power of Writing of It Down by Allison Fallon - https://amzn.to/3V3m8ta

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com.

Hey Friends -

So why the bonus episode today and no episode this past Monday? I'll be honest last week was a hard week for managing my chronic illnesses, running a business, and my husband heading out of town. Sometimes life gets in the way of our best intentions. I had another episode planned with my friend and Veteran, Brittany Simmons, US Army LTC, Retired, but tech issues and audio quality made me re-think that. We'll have Brittany on the show soon.However, I couldn't let Veterans Day go by without mentioning it. So today, I'm sharing about our past military life and what Veterans Day means to me! For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com/

Hey Friends -

Well, it's officially November, the holiday Starbucks drinks are out, and Christmas music is playing on SiriusXM, so it's the Christmas season in my book. Christmas is my favorite holiday, and I try to make it last as long as possible.

Today on the podcast, we are talking about growing your audience authentically by utilizing the intimacy that podcasting brings more than any other medium. When I first learned about podcasting – One of the things that drew me to it was that people could listen to episodes of their favorite show when they wanted, but podcasts also opened up a whole new worldwide audience that wasn't restricted by the limitation or "gatekeeping" of traditional media.

Listen in to learn more :

• Develop relationships with your audience and create an impact
• Build a relationship with your audience by delivering valuable content
• How to maintain trust with your audience and much more!

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com/Episode55

Hey Friends -

I thought it would be fun to do a scary episode, at least things that scare podcasters. So what scares YOU?

Well, that's what we'll help you with on this week's show, where you'll learn about what scares podcasters and how to make it less scary!

Listen in to learn more :

• Why I don't like Halloween – and no, it isn't just about PSLs either!
• Barking dogs and other background noises and what to do about them
• "No one is listening" and how to reframe your thinking
• Imposter syndrome, F.E.A.R., fake news, and much more!

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com/Episode54

Hey Friends -

Whether we want to admit it or not, the holidays are right around the corner! So today, we are talking about the holidays - specifically, what to do with your podcast during the holidays!

If you've been producing your podcast for any length of time, you know that podcasting is a lot of work. We love what we do, and the work is fulfilling and rewarding but hard work.

During the holidays, we all are busy with a very long to-do list - attending holiday parties, spending time with friends and family, etc. It's no wonder that you might want to spend a little more time and take a break!

Listen in to learn more about taking a break this holiday season :

• We all need time to rest, relax and rejuvenate!
• Batch recording is your podcast's BFF - any time of year!
• Practical ways to take a break and publish some content for your listeners!

For the full episode show notes, please go to www.wildfirecreativecompany.com/Episode53