Podcasting Morning Show | Podcast Growth, Launch and Strategy for Indie Podcasters

Can you believe it? The final weeks of 2024 are here! It’s time to recognize the growth, lessons, and small victories that define our personal and podcasting journeys. We talk about the importance of nurturing creativity, building meaningful relationships, and adding a touch of playfulness to our routines. We also explore what worked well for us this year and share our plans to double down as we head into 2025.

Disclaimer: This episode contains brief segments of copyrighted music used under fair use principles. These clips are included for commentary, educational purposes, and to foster discussion related to the topics covered in the episode. We respect the artists' rights and recommend that listeners support their work by exploring the full versions of these songs through legitimate channels.

Episode Highlights:

[6:12] Podcast Equipment and Monetization Updates

[13:19] Song Choices and Personal Reflections

[23:09] Lessons Learned in 2024

[37:58] Commitments for 2025

[42:32] Overcoming Financial Challenges and Balancing Life

[49:37] Embracing Play and Creativity for Growth

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Press Ranger: 

https://bit.ly/41jylAB

Zoom H4 Essential: 

www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/H4E--zoom-h4essential-portable-recorder

Spin Selling: 

https://blog.hubspot.com/sales/spin-selling-the-ultimate-guide

What is From: 

https://podcastica.com/podcast/what-is-from-a-podcast-on-the-epix-show-from

Minvo:

https://studio.momento.fm/?via=1021c8

A Hard Day”s Night by The Beatles: 

https://bit.ly/3B6qrzM

Count On Me by Bruno Mars: 

https://open.spotify.com/track/7l1qvxWjxcKpB9PCtBuTbU

Grateful By Rita Ora: 

https://open.spotify.com/track/4cmYjiv4QF03LogBwBVcXz

The Long And Winding Road by The Beatles: 

https://open.spotify.com/track/3mlMpmY8oZIBFc39D9zLbh?si=5e747d38aad341a9

My Way By Frank Sinatra: 

https://open.spotify.com/track/2YkIDPL5lGhRhomCq4S2RO?si=443d1210295a4f8c

Youth Gone Wild by Skid Row: 

https://open.spotify.com/track/37Vzad7uGm0I9zJIFXlT4b?si=a6fb295f67ca476b

Never Gonna Not Dance Again By Pink:

https://open.spotify.com/track/0Uv0h4QmjeR9ew5AjyBR3i?si=bc894210944c447d

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

What if your creative ideas were living beings waiting for you to bring them to life? Today, we touch on this idea and explore ways to keep your creative flame burning bright by focusing on overcoming self-doubt, acting on ideas before they fade, and changing routines to nurture inspiration.

In the second half of our conversation, we reflect on gratitude and our wins for the week, celebrating personal milestones, growth in our podcasting journeys, successful collaborations, and achieving professional goals. We’re grateful for all of you in the Empowered Podcasting Community—thank you so much for listening! Please note that we will not be releasing new episodes from November 25th to 29th, 2024, in observance of Thanksgiving. If you celebrate, have a fantastic holiday, and we will be back on December 2nd, 2024!

Episode Highlights:

[3:39] Creative Ideas as Living Beings

[6:21] Sharing Personal Experiences and Creative Sparks

[18:31] Finding Creative Sparks and Routines

[28:25] Gratitude and Wins from the Week

[45:10] Community Growth 

[1:03:20] Personal and Creative Milestones

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

Did you know that of the 25,000 podcasts that started in January 2024, 30.2% stopped releasing episodes by the end of February? What could be the reasons for the decrease? Pod Fade is a phenomenon known by every level of podcaster during their journey, and today, we’re discussing the factors behind this burnout. We explore strategies for time management,  promotion, and staying connected with your community even when your podcast takes a break.

Episode Highlights: 

[4:51] Exploring Pod Fade

[8:47] Community and Networking in Podcasting

[12:26] Strategies to Avoid Pod Fade

[30:09] Unique Approaches and Content Creation

[36:41] Balancing Production and Promotion

[39:20] Strategies for Reigniting and Reviving a Podcast

[44:49] Embracing the Slow Burn and Journey of Podcasting

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Social Media Post Scheduling Tool HootSuite: 

www.hootsuite.com 

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

Have you heard about how the latest updates to Auphonic and Adobe can help your podcast sound comparable to studio quality? Especially now that their latest versions offer improved noise reduction and automatic leveling features? Find out more about this, updates to social media feed features, and more as we unpack the latest podcast headlines!

Episode Highlights:

[2:19] Icebreaker Question: "What's your favorite podcast that's no longer producing episodes?"

[5:45] Discussion on Podcast Apps and Categorization

[8:45] Podcasting Morning Chat News Update

[15:45] AI Updates for Podcasters

[27:55] News Bites and Industry Updates

[35:29] Instagram and Social Media Updates

[41:36] Discussion on Pod Fade and Free Trials

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

PodNews: 

www.PodNews.net 

Edison Research: 

www.edisonresearch.com/

The Ambies: 

https://bit.ly/4fSl2Li

YouTube AMA:

www.podnews.net/event/ask-me-anything-youtube-podcasting-qa

How Kamala Harris Plowed Through $1 Billion:

https://bit.ly/40Qb7lf

Spotify Lyrics Are Back For Free Users:

https://bit.ly/40VWsox

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

Looking for the best tech deals this holiday season? In this special episode of Podcasting Morning Chat, Guil Dormeus, Jay Yow and I break down the ultimate Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping list tailored for content creators, podcasters, and tech enthusiasts.  From budget-friendly microphones to premium monitors and software tools, learn the top products to look out for this holiday season.

Whether you're looking for high-quality gear like the Rode Streamer X and the Shure MV7 or searching for discounts on software like Ecamm, we’ve got the scoop to help you shop smarter.

Episode Highlights:

[04:27] Rode Streamer X

[8:05] Focusrite Scarlett 18i16

[9:13] SanDisk SSD

[9:47] Samsung SSD

[10:40] Shure MV7+ Microphone

[11:12] Brands On Sale for the Holidays

[11:15] ATR-2100 Microphone

[11:57] Samson Q2U

[14:00] Glyph Hard Drives

[15:32] What is a NAS?

[18:41] Ecamm

[18:38] Riverside

[20:43] Our Furry Friends (not on sale for Black Friday)

[25:46] USB Hubs

[27:33] UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply)

[29:02] Elgato Teleprompter

[34:39] Waves Plugins

[35:41] Breaking News from Shure

[36:35] Monitors

[40:34] Send Us Your Black Friday Picks

[43:17] Additional Product Recommendations

Links & Resources:

Connect with Guil: https://www.guildormeus.com/

Connect with Jay: https://www.instagram.com/jay_yow07/

Connect with Marc: https://ironickmedia.com/contact/

Rode Streamer X:

https://rode.com/en/interfaces-and-mixers/streamer-series/streamer-x 

Focusrite 18i16:

https://us.focusrite.com/products/scarlett-18i16 

SanDisk SSD:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GV9M64L/ 

Samsung SSD:

https://www.amazon.com/SAMSUNG-Portable-SSD-2TB-MU-PC2T0T/dp/B0874XWW23/ 

Audio-Technica ATR-2100

https://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-ATR2100x-USB-Cardioid-Microphone-ATR/dp/B07ZPBFVKK/ 

Samson Q2U

https://www.amazon.com/Samson-Handheld-Microphone-Recording-Podcasting/dp/B001R747SG/ 

Shure MV7+

https://www.shure.com/en-US/products/microphones/mv7 

Shure Holiday Sale – Save 20%!

https://www.shure.com/en-US/special-offers 

Ecamm:

https://www.ecamm.com/ 

Riverside:

https://www.riverside.fm/?via=0676da 

Minvo:

https://studio.momento.fm/?via=1021c8 

Anker USB Hub:

https://www.amazon.com/Anker-Connector-MacBook-Adapter-Included/dp/B0CQSPMKF4/ 

CalDigit TS4 Thunderbolt 4 Dock

https://www.amazon.com/CalDigit-TS4-Thunderbolt-Dock-USB/dp/B09GK8LBWS 

Mokin USB Hub:

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07WT2DF82 

Elgato Teleprompter:

https://www.elgato.com/us/en/p/prompter 

Waves.com Plugin Sale:

https://www.waves.com/plugins#sort:path~type~order=.default-order~number~asc|views:view=grid-view|paging:currentPage=0|paging:number=18 

Alienware AW3423DW monitor

https://www.amazon.com/Alienware-AW3423DW-34-18-inch-3440x1440-Curvature/dp/B09VQ48X5Q/ 

Apple M4 Mac Mini: 

www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/10/apples-new-mac-mini-is-more-mighty-more-mini-and-built-for-apple-intelligence/

DJI Pocket II:

www.dji.com/pocket-2

App Sumo: 

https://appsumo.com/

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

This is the video version of our November 19th episode (196). This video is exclusively available to watch on our Spotify and YouTube pages.

For bonus content, catch the audio version of this episode from yours truly, the PMC crew and our community...

Looking for the best tech deals this holiday season? In this special episode of Podcasting Morning Chat, Guil Dormeus, Jay Yow and I break down the ultimate Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping list tailored for content creators, podcasters, and tech enthusiasts. From budget-friendly microphones to premium monitors and software tools, learn the top products to look out for this holiday season.

Episode Highlights:

Curious about growing your podcast audience? Today, we’re tackling your biggest questions from the mailbag, including how targeted advertising on platforms like Instagram and LinkedIn can expand your reach. We're also diving into the latest Spotify for Creators updates—revisiting their new monetization options and enhanced video features. Spoiler alert: not everyone in the industry is thrilled. We’ll share why some podcasters are questioning Spotify's changes, particularly its tougher requirements for monetization, and what it means for independent creators looking to scale.

Episode Highlights:

[3:49] Favorite Thanksgiving Dishes and Personal Stories

[13:40] Discussion on Spotify for Creators

[32:51] Advice for Growing a Podcast Audience

[45:22] Adding PDFs to Podcast Episodes

[47:22] Maximizing LinkedIn for Podcast Growth and Advertising Insights

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Spotify For Creators Updates: 

https://creators.spotify.com/

AJ Wilcox Linked In Ads Strategy: 

https://www.linkedin.com/in/wilcoxaj

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

Have you heard about Spotify's exciting new changes for Podcasters? Not only has it changed its name, but it is also rolling out new features like uploading short clips and more advanced analytic features. Today, we also offer positive, constructive feedback on one of my co-hosts, DR Fay's new trailers. These elements could inspire anyone to create or update their trailer. To wrap up, we share our wins for the week.

Episode Highlights:

[7:59] Podcast Trailer Feedback

[32:23] Constructive Feedback and Suggestions

[32:37] Spotify for Creators Announcements

[41:32] Spotify's New Features

[45:56] Sharing Weekly Wins

[59:24] Upcoming Announcements

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Podcast Helpdesk: 

https://bit.ly/4hIbCUm

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

How do you transform storytelling into a driving force for your business? In this episode of Podcasting Morning Chat, we sit down with Seth Silvers, CEO of Story On Media and a podcast strategist with a fascinating journey. From his roots in nonprofit leadership to working alongside business leader Alex Hormozi, Seth shares how storytelling shaped his career and built his thriving company. Dive into an engaging discussion about podcast strategy, audience connection, and the evolving dynamics of audio versus video content.

Join us to discover how Seth helps businesses create impactful narratives that resonate, engage, and convert — all while navigating the challenges of delegation and scaling.

​​Episode Highlights:

[1:54] Meet Seth Silvers

[4:42] Business Marketing Through Storytelling

[9:09] Strategically Outsourcing Tasks

[14:39] Looking at Podcasting Differently

[18:51] Spotify Competing With YouTube

[21:35] Formats For Audio vs Video

[33:26] Positioning your show as a guide

[38:00] Building Authority With Solo Episodes

[41:50] Replaying your guest appearance on your show

[44:45] Purpose behind checking analytics

[52:09] Collaborating With Alex & Leila Hormozi

[60:36] Downloads Per User Per Month

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

Acquisition:

https://www.acquisition.com/?lp_var=4080-v1-1004115062

Seth Silvers on LinkedIn:

www.linkedin.com/in/sethsilvers

Marc Ronick on LinkedIn:

www.linkedin.com/in/marcronick

Story On: 

www.successwithstories.com

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b

Will Apple's holiday publishing delays impact your launch? Today, we share updates that could affect your holiday launch plans. Join us and hear the latest about a new pocket-sized mic from Rode and Amazon Music's AI-powered 'Topics' designed to transform podcast discovery. We also talk about the latest podcasting charts and events on the horizon!

Episode Highlights:

[3:48] Business B.O.I.R. Report and Podcast Rankings

[9:20] Children's and TV/Film Podcasts

[14:57] Upcoming Events and Local Meetups

[19:21] Industry News and AI Integration

[30:35] Podcast Name Search Tool and Hall of Fame Announcements

[39:47] Amazon Music's AI Podcast Discovery Feature

[45:11] Podcast Success and Failure Statistics

[46:48] Podcast Numbers and Media Kits

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

PodNews: 

www.PodNews.net

Røde Wireless Micro: 

https://rode.com/en/microphones/wireless/wireless-micro?variant_sku=WIMICROC

Pocket Casts changes from Subscribe to Follow: 

https://github.com/Automattic/pocket-casts-android/pull/3120

Search for Existing Podcast Names: 

https://github.com/Automattic/pocket-casts-android/pull/3120

PodMatch Report: 

https://podmatch.com/report

Podcasting For Business Conference: 

https://bit.ly/3AAV687

PodFest Tour:

https://podfestexpo.com/podtour/

Podapalooza: 

https://podapalooza.com/

Remember to rate, follow, share, and review our podcast. Your support helps us grow 

and continue to bring valuable content to our community.

Join us LIVE every weekday morning at 7am ET (US) on ⁠Clubhouse⁠: ⁠ https://www.clubhouse.com/house/empowered-podcasting-e6nlrk0w

Brought to you by ⁠iRonickMedia.com⁠ and ⁠NextGenPodcaster.com⁠

Please note that some links may be affiliate links, which support the hosts of the PMC. Thank you!

--- Send in your mailbag question at: https://www.podpage.com/pmc/contact/ or [email protected]

Want to be a guest on The Podcasting Morning Chat? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: 

https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1729879899384520035bad21b