Think monetizing your podcast is as simple as landing a sponsor and calling it a day? Not so fast. Kevin Chemidlin, host of Grow the Show, is back to reveal why rushing to monetize can sabotage your podcast—and how holding off can actually set you up for bigger profits and a stronger connection with your audience.

We’re unpacking Kevin’s four-step framework for podcast growth and monetization, where he reveals how to get your audience not just listening, but lining up to buy what you’re offering.

So if you’re ready to stop supporting your podcast out-of-pocket and turn your show into a true profit-driver, hit play and let’s dive in.

0:02 - Why Monetizing Your Podcast Too Early Can Backfire

1:05 - Why Waiting to Monetize Actually Helps You Make More Money

6:15 - 3 Things You Need to Monetize Your Podcast Successfully

9:29 - What Really Turns Listeners into Buyers

15:54 - How to Track ROI from Your Podcast the Right Way

 Episode Links:

• Check out Kevin Chemidlin’s podcast: Grow the Show

 Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:

• The Two Silent Killers of Podcast Growth

 
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As the saying goes in podcasting: "If you build it, nothing will happen." Brutal? Maybe. True? Absolutely.

In this episode, I’m sitting down with Kevin Chemidlin, founder of Grow the Show, and together we’re diving into the two silent killers of podcast growth—and trust me, these aren’t your usual suspects.

So if you're ready to learn how to hook your audience, keep them coming back, and transform your show into one your listeners can’t help but tell everyone about, hit play and let's dive in. 

 Episode Links:

• Check out Kevin Chemidlin’s podcast: Grow the Show

 Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:

• Why Most Podcasts Struggle to Make Money (and How to Fix It) 

 
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This isn’t your average podcasting advice. In this roundtable conversation, I'm teaming up with Alex Sanfilippo of PodMatch, Vinnie Potestivo, and Joe Casabona to dig into where podcasting is actually headed.

From why so many podcasters quit to the truth behind podcast marketing and discoverability, we’re pulling back the curtain on the state of podcasting today and the core strategies that separate successful shows from the rest.

Ready to go behind the scenes and uncover what works (and what doesn’t) so your show can get the recognition it deserves? Hit play and let's dive in.

0:02 - Why Most Podcasters Quit Before Episode 20 (and How to Not Be One of Them) 

5:23 - The One Shift That Separates Successful Podcasters From the Rest

8:39 - Why Great Content Is No Longer Enough to Grow Your Podcast 

20:09 - Why Audience Size Has Nothing to Do With Podcast Growth

29:57  - The Non-Negotiable You Can’t Skip for Sustainable Podcast Growth

 Episode Links:

• PodMatch
• ihaveapodcast.com/interview
• Podcasting Systems & Automations
• Check out Alex Sanfilippo’s Podcast: Podcasting Made Simple
• Check out Vinnie Potestivo’s Podcast: I Have a Podcast
• Check out Joe Casabona’s Podcast: Streamlined Solopreneur

 
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How many times have you thought about quitting your podcast? Once? Twice? Every other Tuesday? If you’ve ever felt like your podcasting mistakes might be proof you’re not cut out for this, think again.

Spotify ad exec and fellow podcaster Corey Kareem joins me back inside this episode to share why those mistakes are the key to growing a podcast your audience can’t ignore—you just need to know how to use them to your advantage. Ready to turn what feels like failure into your secret weapon for podcast growth? Hit play and let's dive in.

0:02 - What Most Podcasters Get Wrong About Failure

1:04 - The Real Enemy Holding Your Podcast Back

2:04 - Think Being Polished Builds Trust? Think Again

5:14 - The Mental Shift That Separates Hobbyists From Pros

10:57 - Why Failure Is Your Secret Weapon for Podcast Growth

 Episode Links:

• Check out Corey Kareem’s podcast: Three Questions

 Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:

• What Spotify’s New Tools Mean for Your Podcast Growth

 
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Spotify is shaking up podcasting again, and in this episode I’m joined by Corey Kareem, Spotify ad exec and podcaster, to dive into the latest tools Spotify for Podcasters (now Spotify for Creators) is rolling out.

Corey breaks down game-changing features like short-form video clips to increase your podcast discoverability, audience insights that go beyond basic downloads, and how podcasters like you can make the most of these tools to reach listeners already tuned in and ready to engage.

So if you're looking for ways to grow your audience, connect with the right listeners, and stay ahead in the ever-evolving podcasting world, (who are we kidding—you wouldn't be reading this otherwise!) hit play and let's dive in.

0:02 – How Spotify is Disrupting the Podcasting Industry (and What It Means for You)

1:02 – Why the New Short-Form Video Feature on Spotify Will Improve Your Discoverability

3:14 – How to Track (and Improve) Listener Engagement with Spotify’s Latest Analytics 

7:31 – What a Strong Click-Through Rate and Stream Rate Look Like for Podcasters

17:14 – New Revenue Predictions for Podcast Monetization on Spotify

 Episode Links:

• Spotify for Creators
• Spotify Partner Program

Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:

• Why Failure Fuels Better Podcasting

 
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Thinking about quitting your podcast (or business)? You’re not alone. In this episode, fellow podcaster Kathryn Thompson shares how she turned things around when she was ready to call it quits—and how her podcast became the turning point for building a business she’s excited to run again.

We’re diving into how to make your podcast the driving force behind a business that energizes and inspires you. So if you’re ready to stop staring at your mic wondering if it’s worth it to continue and start watching your podcast actually grow your business, hit play and let’s dive in.

0:01 - Why So Many Podcasters Hit a Breaking Point—And What to Do When You're There

2:03 - From a Plateaued Business to Steady Sales With a Podcast

5:21 - What to Do When You're Running Out of Content (or Motivation)

9:23 - Why Long-Form Content Turns Listeners Into High-Ticket Clients

12:53 - Should You Keep Podcasting—Or Call It Quits?

 Episode Links:

• Check out Kathryn Thompson’s podcast, BE The Sought-After Entrepreneur

 
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So you got a one-star review. Now what?! In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly how to handle that sucker punch to your podcasting pride. From the emotional sting of watching your perfect five-star rating drop to the counterintuitive (and totally ethical) strategies to bring it back up, we’re diving into the nitty-gritty of what to do when it happens. 

Plus, I’m sharing the behind-the-scenes story of how I handled my own one-star saga—and the psychology-backed steps I used to turn it around. So if you’re ready to stop obsessing over that one-star review and turn it into a five-star comeback, hit play and let’s dive in.

0:02 - The Five-Minute Rule for Handling a Bad Review

1:32 - Turning a Bad Review Into Better Ratings and More Listeners

3:35 - How One Bad Rating Can Lead to More Positive Ones

7:04 - How to Protect Your Podcast from Trolls & Keep Your Ratings High

9:50 - The Right Way to Ask for Reviews (Without Sounding Desperate)

 Other Episodes You’ll Enjoy:

• 3 Easy and Ethical Ways to Get More Podcast Reviews

 
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Forget the "give everything away for free" advice you've probably heard (spoiler: it's a fast track to undercutting your profits).

In this episode, Jeremy Enns is back to share his expert take on how to create a podcast content strategy that leads your audience to the point of sale without coming across as salesy.

We’re breaking down how to align your content strategy with the business model that’s right for you, and the metrics you need to track to see if your content is actually converting.

If you want to turn your podcast (or podcast-to-be) into a revenue-generating machine, this episode is packed with insights you can actually use to grow. Hit play and let's dive in.

0:02 – Why Giving Away Your Best Content for Free Kills Your Sales 

3:14 – Why Creators and Business Owners Need Different Content Strategies

6:17 – How to Align Your Podcast Content with Your Business Goals 

9:42 – The Metrics You Need to Track to Know if Your Content is Converting 

12:59 – How to Turn Podcast Into a Revenue Generator Without Sounding Like a Sales Pitch
 
 Episode Links:

• Want to dive deeper into the insights Jeremy shared? 
  • Check out his detailed video on how to use Spotify’s new analytics 
  • Subscribe to Jeremy’s Scrappy Daily Podcasting Newsletter

 
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Starting a podcast is easier than ever. But growing one? That’s a whole different ballgame.

In this episode, I sat down with my friend Jeremy Enns to unpack why shows with “decent content” often stall at 28 downloads an episode and what it really takes to create a podcast people can’t stop talking about.

From crafting a standout premise to leveraging Spotify’s new analytics and using competitor research to uncover what sets your show apart, we’re breaking down the real work behind making your podcast impossible to overlook.

If you’re ready to turn your podcast into one listeners can’t help but recommend to their friends, hit play and let’s dive in.

0:02 - Why Simply Releasing Content Won’t Lead to Rapid Podcast Growth

1:39 - The Real Reason Most Podcasts Stall at 28 Downloads

5:12 - Your Show is Being Seen, So Why Aren’t People Clicking Play?

9:07 - How to Take Your Show Concept from Basic to Brilliant

13:36 - The Kind of Feedback Your Podcast Needs to Succeed

Episode Links:

• Want to dive deeper into the insights Jeremy shared? 
  • Check out his detailed video on how to use Spotify’s new analytics 
  • Subscribe to Jeremy’s Scrappy Daily Podcasting Newsletter

 
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As a good friend of mine in podcasting says, 'If you build it, they won’t come.'

In this episode, I tackle a listener question about why great content alone doesn’t grow your podcast anymore and why pressing publish is just the beginning.

Whether you’re just starting out or have been podcasting for a while, I’ll walk you through the two biggest drivers of podcast growth and show you how to use Spotify’s analytics to pinpoint exactly where the problem is happening—so you can stop guessing and start seeing results.

Ready for a podcast that grows your audience and your business? Hit play, and let’s dive in.

0:58 - Why “If You Build It, They Will Come” Isn’t Working for Your Podcast

1:40 - The Two Big Questions Every Podcaster Should Be Asking

6:15 - What Your Messaging Is Really Saying to Potential Listeners

7:59 - The Spotify Analytics That Reveal Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing (and How to Fix It)

10:20 - How to Get Clear on What’s Holding Your Podcast Back

 
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