Podcast About Podcasting

By Gintaras Vaitkus

Whether you are just starting out or have been podcasting for years, Podcast About Podcasting is your daily resource for growth. Hosted by Gintaras from OnPodium.com, we cover audio, marketing, and wo... more

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Podcast About Podcasting episodes:

February 20, 2026 How to Book Guests (Stop Asking to "Pick Their Brain")
The "Selfish Pitch":
"I'm a big fan" and "I want to interview you" are about you, not them.
The "Pick Your Brain" Insult:
Why this phrase implies you want their expertise (which they sell) for free.
WIIFM (What's In It For Me?):
The guest wants exposure, book sales, or SEO. Highlight that.
The Perfect Pitch Template:
Subject: Interview request regarding [Their New Book/Project].
Line 1: Specific compliment (prove you know them).
Line 2: The value (Audience size or specific niche relevance).
Line 3: The Ask (Time commitment).
The "Easy Yes":
"We only need 20 minutes" and "I will send questions in advance."
Mark at onpodium.com
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February 19, 2026 Your Intro Music is Too Long (The 7-Second Rule)
The "Skip" Reflex:
Podcast players have a dedicated button to skip 15s or 30s. Listeners are trained to use it.
The "Radio DJ" Mistake:
Thinking you need a long musical build-up like a morning radio show.
The 7-Second Rule:
The ideal length for an intro music bed before the voice starts.
Fade Under vs. Fade Out:
Don't play music, stop it, then talk.
Start talking over the music immediately to keep energy high.
The "Cold Open" Synergy:
Review Episode 1: Hook -> short music -> content.
Mark at onpodium.com
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3min
February 18, 2026 Why Audio Doesn't Go Viral (The Vertical Video Strategy)
The Discoverability Crisis:
Audio apps are "libraries," not "feeds." People go there to listen to shows they already know, not to find new ones.
The "Visual Hook":
Why scrolling users need to see a face to stop scrolling.
Death of the Audiogram:
Why static images with moving waveforms get punished by the TikTok/Instagram algorithm (low watch time).
The Clip Strategy:
Length: 30-59 seconds.
Content: One complete thought or controversial statement.
Captions: Mandatory. 80% of people watch without sound.
The Funnel:
Video View -> Profile Link -> Podcast App -> Subscriber.
Mark at onpodium.com
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3min
February 17, 2026 Do You Actually Own Your Podcast? (Hosting & RSS)
The "Rented Land" Concept:
Why uploading directly to a platform (like YouTube or Spotify) traps your audience inside their walled garden.
What is an RSS Feed?
Really Simple Syndication. It is the "address" of your show.
If you can't redirect this address 301, you are stuck.
The Problem with Free Hosting:
"If you aren't paying for the product, you are the product."
Terms of Service risks: Can they insert ads without paying you? Can they delete your show without warning?
The "301 Redirect":
The critical feature you need to look for. This allows you to move your show from Host A to Host B without losing a single subscriber.
Host unlimited podcasts: onpodium.com/podcast-hosting
Mark at onpodium.com
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3min
February 16, 2026 Audacity vs. Reaper (Which DAW Should You Use?)
The "Destructive" Editing Problem:
Why Audacity permanently changes your file when you click "Save."
The danger of losing your original recording.
Non-Destructive Editing:
How modern DAWs like Reaper (and Hindenburg) allow you to undo changes weeks later.
The "Ripple Edit" Feature:
Why cutting silence in Audacity takes 3 clicks, but only 1 click in Reaper.
How this saves hours of time over a year.
Cost vs. Value:
Audacity: Free (but costs you time).
Reaper: $60 (one time) and customizable.
Adobe Audition: Monthly subscription (expensive for podcasters).
Recommendation: Start with Audacity for your first 5 episodes. Switch to Reaper once you commit to the show.
Mark at onpodium.com
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3min
February 15, 2026 The Ideal Episode Length (Debunking the "20 Minute" Myth)
The "Commute Time" Myth:
Why basing your show length on average drive times is outdated in the era of on-demand listening.
Value Per Minute (VPM):
The concept of "Density." A 10-minute episode packed with value is better than a 60-minute episode with 50 minutes of fluff.
The "Dan Carlin" Paradox:
How Hardcore History proves that people will listen to 5-hour episodes if the storytelling is gripping.
Editing Discipline:
The rule of "Not a minute longer than necessary."
Why you should stop recording the moment the value stops, rather than stretching to hit a round number (e.g., 30 minutes).
Respecting the Medium:
"Brief and Good" vs. "Long and Boring."
Why shorter formats (like this podcast) are often harder to produce than long rambling conversations, but yield higher loyalty.
Mark at onpodium.com
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2min
February 14, 2026 Why Your Feed Needs a "Trailer" (The 60-Second Pitch)
The "Blind Date" Problem:
Why new listeners are hesitant to commit time to a show they don't know.
The Trailer as a "Free Sample" that lowers the barrier to entry.
The 3 Core Questions:
A successful trailer must answer:
Who are you? (Authority/Credibility)
Who is this for? (Target Audience Identification)
What is the promise? (The Value Proposition)
Duration Rules:
Why your trailer should be under 2 minutes (ideally 60 seconds).
Marketing Utility:
Why you should pin your trailer to the top of your feed.
Using the trailer as your primary shareable asset on Instagram Stories, TikTok, and Twitter (instead of random clips).
Action Step: Script and record "Episode 0" today.
Mark at onpodium.com
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2min
February 13, 2026 The "Call To Action" Mistake (Stop Begging, Start Converting)
The Grocery List Failure:
Why asking for 5 things results in 0 actions.
The psychological friction of decision fatigue.
The "Rule of One":
The discipline of choosing a single objective for each episode (e.g., "Join the email list" OR "Share with a friend").
How to rotate your CTAs across different episodes rather than cramming them all into one.
Timing is Everything:
The "Graveyard" Slot: Why placing CTAs at the very end of the episode (during the outro music) is a waste of time—most people have already stopped listening.
The "Pre-Mid-Roll" Slot: Inserting your ask at the 40% mark when engagement is highest.
Actionable Scripting:
How to phrase your request naturally so it feels like a helpful tip rather than a desperate plea.
Mark at onpodium.com
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2min
February 12, 2026 Invisible Audio: Why You Need Better Show Notes (SEO)
The Discovery Problem:
Why amazing audio content gets zero traffic if the metadata is empty.
The difference between "Passive" discovery (algorithms) and "Active" discovery (search).
The "Scanner" vs. "Listener":
Understanding user behavior: People scan the text before they commit 20 minutes to listening.
The Perfect Show Note Structure:
The Hook: 2 paragraphs focused on the problem the listener is facing.
The Timestamps: A detailed breakdown of the episode (e.g., "04:30 - How to fix your mic"). This reduces perceived risk.
The Links: Direct URLs to every resource mentioned (don't make them Google it).
Leveraging AI:
How to use tools like ChatGPT or Gemini to turn raw transcripts into structured, keyword-dense show notes without writing them from scratch.
The SEO Benefit:
How detailed notes help your individual episodes rank in Google Search results for specific queries.
Mark at onpodium.com
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3min
February 11, 2026 Surviving the "Podfade" (The Batch Recording Workflow)
The "Podfade" Statistic:
Why most shows die before reaching double digits.
The "Hamster Wheel" of weekly production: The stress of waking up Monday with no episode for Wednesday.
Maker Mode vs. Manager Mode:
Maker: Creative, flow-state, high energy (Recording).
Manager: Admin, logistics, details (Editing, Scheduling).
Why switching between these modes costs you mental energy.
The Batching Protocol:
Step 1: Script/Outline 4 episodes at once.
Step 2: Dedicate one single day per month to record all 4.
Step 3: Leverage "Flow State" to improve performance as you get warmed up.
The "Buffer" Strategy:
Why you should always be 3 weeks ahead of your release schedule.
The peace of mind that comes from knowing your feed is full, allowing you to take a sick day or vacation without missing a release.
Consistency is King:
Why algorithms and listeners punish inconsistency more than lower quality.
Mark at onpodium.com
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3min

FAQs about Podcast About Podcasting:

How many episodes does Podcast About Podcasting have?

The podcast currently has 50 episodes available.