Podcast Me Anything

Have you ever felt that your podcast feels more like a stale bag of chips?

I think every podcaster goes through a stage where they get unsure of what comes next, what do I change, or is this still my passion. Talking into a microphone in an empty room or hosting conversations over the internet, keeping the connection alive to your purpose is key to long-term success.

What got you here won't always get you there. Realize where you started this journey doesn't have to be where you stay. We are all climbing a mountain, and as we climb, we might get a better view of the horizon and see a different opportunity; it's ok, as they say, it's about the journey, not the destination. Today on Podcast Me Anything, we deep dive into what you do, how you know when you are there, and what to do about it.

·     Why do people stop listening to podcasts (1:45)

·     Anchor adds Video to podcasts inside Spotify (1:55)

·     When does it make sense to use Anchor (5:32)

·     Does the Riverside.fm integration make it worth switching (9:42)

·     How to know if your podcast is getting stale (12:16)

·     Preventing burnout when your podcast is over two years old (16:17)

·     Figuring out what is real and what's not when it comes to podcasting (23:54)

·     Making changes when you don't always get feedback when you ask for it (25:41)

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Do you have an NPR-style podcast idea?

You are not alone, and because podcasts like NPR are well listened to, it can often be where someone's idea starts for a podcast. So we take a deep dive into today's podcast about what it takes to produce one, and I think the answer will surprise you. 

·     Apple launches new analytics and follower count (2:07)

·     Will Apple ever add a subscriber count like YouTube (6:00)

·     Copying someone else's content (10:26)

·     Getting the format of your podcast right (21:22)

·     What does it take to do a narrative Podcast (25:32)

·     Who should not do a narrative Podcast (36:40)

·     How to know if it's a bad idea (44:58)

·     Doing a mini-documentary series (49:41)

·     Is it possible to use a podcast as a course (56:40)

·     Creating audio subscriptions (60:00)

References in today's show

https://timesuckpodcast.com/

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How unique is your podcast?

In high school, all we wanted to do was fit, and in podcasting, that can be how we get started, but it's often not the best way to grow a show. Today's show deep dives into how to break some podcasting norms, rethink standard displays, and most importantly, think outside the box. 

Topics:

·     Remembering your voice is an asset (1:51)

·     Headliner launches Eddy (9:14)

·     Marketing position of new tools (13:17)

·     Tools Podcasters need (14:14)

·     Breaking the rules in podcasting (20:24)

·     Creatively being different (27:11)

·     Taking a different take on a standard form of media like news (34:35)

·     What conferences should a podcaster attend to grow the show (41:17)

Have you seen advertising for a Podcast conference before?

Several have gained strength in the last ten years and are now gold standards for Podcasting, like Podfest and Podcast Movement. However, knowing when to go can be a tricky question to answer because it is a significant investment for most people that might not be generating revenue from the podcast.

Several conferences are planned this year with live events officially back in session, and today we deep dive into how you know when it's the right time.

·     YouTube makes a big potential move into Podcasting (1:21)

·     What makes YouTube a great place for podcasts (7:50)

·     When do I go to a Podcast Conference (12:42)

·     Learning to access new ways of thinking (23:57)

·     When do you speak at a Podcast Conference (38:24)

Twitter thread Mentioned in the show

Podcast Movement

Podfest

Indie Pod Con 8

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How are you curating a fantastic podcast interview experience?

Podcast etiquette is something that we often don’t worry about initially because of all the things we worry about. But, as you get a few episodes published, it becomes the focus to make sure the listeners get quality content that keeps them coming back. 

·     Apple Podcasts Charts - Top Shows - Apple Podcasts for

Creators (1:31)

·     Podcasters, get ready to find out how many followers you have on Apple Podcasts (4:36)

·     How does this news affect the bots working behind the scenes to elevate a podcast (7:36)

·      The truth about the New and Noteworthy Apple Chart (8:45)

·     Podcast etiquette (12:50)

·     How to create a great interview (13:43)

·     Starting and stopping in an interview (22:50)

·     Taking notes during an interview (22:50)

·     Talking to one person in the room (26:06)

·     Deciding not to publish an interview (33:08)

·     Podcast posturing (33:56)

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Was it hard to get over the sound of your own voice?

Next to launching your podcast is making all the decisions needed to make the perfect intro. And with that we make it the focus of today’s deep dive and what we cover it all from how long, who should do the talking, and what makes for the best outro to conclude your podcast. 

·     Amazon Launches AMP live radio broadcast tool (2:46)

·     Creating the perfect Podcast intro and outro (11:11)

·     Getting over the sound of your own voice (18:57)

·     Finding the right balance of pre-show conversation (15:38)

·     Working with licensed music (28:19)

·     Is it ok to work with indie music artists (38:04)

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Are you collecting tips for your podcast?

The podcast industry is filled with many different models for making money; some are built for fame, and others for indie podcasts. Most podcasters get stuck at the big question: where do you start?

 Topics:

·     Captivate launches show notes research tools and monetization tools (0:53)

·     Blubrry changing up its hosting limits for uploads (6:12)

·     What are some pros and cons to the different subscription models to hosting platforms (11:53)

·     Choosing the best monetization model (15:00)

·     How do you decide what is the best model to monetize on (28:32)

·     Deciding on a private or public podcast (29:27)

In the weeds, between an itch to launch a podcast and actual launching, a podcast can be the one thing that keeps you from ever getting to launch. Tie this together with corporate podcasts, and you might just have doomed your podcast before it gets off the ground. So we dive into this and specific strategies to apply along the way to ensure you get to that all-important launch day.

·     Twitter to Launch Podcast integration (1:48)

·     Going from itch to launch with a podcast (6:31)

·     How long should you spend planning to launch (9:17)

·     Using a consultant to help get higher management to buy in (11:13)

·     Things to help get higher management to buy in (13:20)

·     Leveraging project management methods to launch (20:56)

·     Leveraging a consultant to make you launch correctly and on time (25:54)

How valuable is your time?

As a podcaster, it can be easy to undersell your value when you are just getting started but knowing that value allows you to answer today's deep dive; when to hire an editor.

Today's episode is filled with many lessons first-time podcasters or even experienced podcasters experience when going through the process for the first time. For example, we have seen at The Podcast Consultants that when a client values their time, they learn to outsource the things the easy things and focus on growth that will increase engagement of the podcast.

·     Spotify purchases Chartable and Podsights (1:26)

·     How does technology like Chartable work (5:41)

·     How to decide who should edit my podcast (9:58)

·     How to create clarity when selecting a podcast editor (14:26)

·     Adding the fine print to make sure you are protected in a contract (19:09)

·     What does it look like breaking up with a podcast editor (21:46)

·     Is a turnkey Podcast Editor a good idea (26:44)

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Are you recording live on YouTube? 

With new Live streaming companies starting each week, it seems it can be easy to feel your behind and that you need to be keeping up with everyone else. However, shoulding yourself into doing something is never the right solution. So today, Mathew breaks down how to objectively look at this and make a good decision if it is right for you.

·     How does podcast player search work  (1:52)

·     How to name your episodes (6:23)

·     When is it a good thing to be polarizing (10:38)

·     Should I be recording live on YouTube (14:41)

·     How are you showing up as the host (20:32)

·     Dealing with exhaustion as the host in an interview (24:21)

·     Hiring services to manage the recording (25:41)

·     How do you judge show art (27:40)

·     Should your cover art include a portrait image (30:37)

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