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

Are you challenged with finalizing a name for your podcast? Tune in for expert tips on creating a title that will grab your audience's attention and maintain relevance. Also, don't miss Mastermind Monday, where we discuss a community member's challenge of choosing between creating a raw and unfiltered podcast versus producing a show that is more polished and structured.

Episode Highlights:

[6:27] Icebreaker Question: How did you come up with your podcast's name?

[6:47] Naming strategies and the importance of searchability.

[15:17] Fear of judgment, and perfectionism.

[20:40] Challenges and growth strategies.

[25:50] Podcasting, unfiltered vs. scripted content.

[40:53] Using competitors' podcasts as a learning opportunity.

[45:47] Fiction and nonfiction books, podcast research, and upcoming guests.

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc/

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' for the Podcast People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

⁠www.podcastawards.com/

DM Jonathan for an invite to the new social audio app Chatter:

www.instagram.com/jonathanrhoward?igsh=NHM5dzJhbDBxamMw
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Audience Engagement and Content Scheduling: What Really Works? Today, we explore these topics and more. The community challenges conventional posting advice, emphasizing the importance of understanding your audience. We share weekly wins, from job opportunities to podcast growth and personal achievements.

Episode Highlights:

[9:14] Using Make.com for automation.

[14:17] Prioritizing personal content creation.

[19:37] YouTube vs Spotify views, with age demographics.

[25:33] Social media scheduling and engagement strategies.

[49:29] Celebrating wins and declaring goals.

Links & Resources: 

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

www.podcastawards.com/

Marc’s 'Peanuts' Post

 www.instagram.com/1/p/C9vCwtJJ65_/

Why going viral means nothing with Heather Parady

www.youtube.com/watch?v=OzciuSQUsvU

Where is From Podcast

www.podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-is-from-cast-a-podcast-about-from-on-mgm/id1621967743

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Have you ever considered the interactive potential of publishing a live version of your podcast? Join us as we explore the topic of live podcasting. The Empowered Podcasting community shares various methods for going live, discusses powerful tools available, and outlines the process used to produce the Podcasting Morning Chat on Clubhouse and repurpose it into a daily podcast. Learn how being unapologetically authentic can make your podcast hosting presence more relatable and help you better connect with your audience. Tune in and experience the interactive advantages of live recording!

Episode Highlights: 

[3:39] Recording and publishing live with editing.

[9:15] Live streaming podcasts.

[15:58] Live recording vs. edited podcasts.

[32:35] Tips for a smooth show.

[40:22] Tips on preparation and editing.

[46:45] Editing out filler words.

[53:31] Live audience engagement and creative freedom.

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc/

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

www.podcastawards.com/

Let’s Blow This Up Live featuring Nick Nalbach:

https://www.youtube.com/live/x6yfXvP2VB8?si=GQp8ypnLsYpvODLp

Riverside:

https://www.riverside.fm/?via=0676da

Rødecaster Pro 2:

https://www.amazon.com/Rode-Rodecaster-Podcast-Production-Console/dp/B0B17V8NGX

Zoom P4:

podtrak-p4

Auphonic:

auphonic.com

Ecamm:

ecamm.com/

Streamyard:

streamyard.com 

Restream:

restream.io/

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Today's episode provides an in-depth exploration of the latest trends and advancements in the podcasting industry. The community discusses the impact of social media trends and the progression of AI in the podcasting space. Additionally, we explore the significance of short-form content in aiding with discovering new podcasts and the effectiveness of social media as a promotional platform for podcasts. Stay tuned to stay updated on the latest headlines!

Episode Highlights:

[2:56] The truth about social media and podcast discoverability.

[8:59] Marketing strategies, including Snapchat and social media integration.

[13:54] Discovery and growth, with a focus on community engagement.

[17:57] Events, and awards.

[23:54] Joe Rogan's podcast popularity.

[33:16] Third-party tools for AI-generated content.

[38:21] TikTok and podcasting.

[44:43] AI-generated voices.

[52:51] Spotify video feature.

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc/

Get the latest headlines on Podnews:

Podnews.net

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' for the Podcast People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

⁠www.podcastawards.com/

The Ai Briefing

open.spotify.com/episode/1DTiKQgbQaFDr36mdlpzvc?si=61a759cb723041a4

Create pro-clips from video in 3 clicks with Minvo:

http://studio.momento.fm

Women of Color Podcaster’s Happy Hour

podnews.net/event/women-of-color-woc-podcasters-happy-hour-

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Have you ever received a guest pitch so bad it made you want to crawl under your desk? In today's Podcasting Morning Chat, the Empowered community discusses guest pitches—the good, the bad, and the downright cringeworthy. We're not just here to swap horror stories. We explore the art of crafting winning pitches and handling those awkward moments with finesse. We cover everything from essential prep work before you hit "send" to the nuances of email pitching and even how to write subject lines that get noticed. And for those times when a potential guest just isn't the right fit, we've got you covered on how to say "thanks, but no thanks" without burning bridges.

Episode Highlights:

[6:08] Icebreaker Question: What's the most awkward guest pitch you've ever received?

[8:22] Bad Guest Pitches

[17:12] Hosting and Rejection Stories

[20:27] The Importance of Researching the Show Before Reaching Out

[27:10] Booking Agencies and Their Effectiveness in Providing Quality Guests

[31:29] Guest Etiquette and Pitching

[48:23] Affiliate Marketing

[53:34] Email Pitching

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc/

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' for the Podcast People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

www.podcastawards.com/

Continue the conversation in our Facebook group!

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting/posts/674425544891117/

Find a guest or be a guest with PodMatch 

www.podmatch.com/

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Are you struggling with writer's block in your podcasting journey? You're not alone! In today's episode, we host a community mastermind session to help community member, Dan Woerheide, tackle his creative challenge of generating episode ideas and breaking through creative barriers. The community shares practical and actionable techniques such as free writing, leveraging AI for content creation, and the critical role of defining your target audience. Tune in for valuable insights and podcasting tips to keep your creative juices flowing and take your podcasting game to the next level.

Episode Highlights:

[15:48] Writer's block and creative challenges in podcasting.

[23:18] Overcoming writer's block through free writing.

[39:43] Finding niche ideas.

[49:21] Using AI for prompts and outlines.

[53:22] Creative ideas for podcast content.

[58:14] Exploring new topics.

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc/

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' for the People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

www.podcastawards.com/

Dan Woerheide’s Podcast:

podcast.danw.us/

Jonathan Howard’s Podcast:

coffeesocialpodcast.buzzsprout.com/

Ashley Feller’s Podcast:

www.sunshinestateshowcase.com/

Nick Nahlbach’s Podcast:

spotify.com/show/5RipE0JUGJDJGKqZs19WcW?si=f984051082b64021

Alexandra Whyte:

www.instagram.com/whyte_writer_93?igsh=MTdzdWN1bXBkOXB2Zg==

Write Your Screenplay:

www.writeyourscreenplay.com/free-writing-classes-thursday-night-writes/

Podcast Templates 

www.amazon.com/Podcast-Episode-Templates-Done-You/dp/1608428907

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In this episode, we explore what we wish we had known before starting our podcasts, how to stay motivated after the honeymoon phase ends and share some of the best time-saving practices. Plus, we're celebrating the wins of the Empowered Podcasting community, including some exciting award nominations! Tune in now to unlock the secrets to make your podcasting dreams a reality!

Episode Highlights:

[5:16] Podcast strategies and advice.

[11:01] Tips, including naming and consistency.

[18:25] Maintaining motivation.

[22:46] Motherhood, and time-saving tips.

[27:17] Automating tasks and finding time for creative work.

[42:16] Tools to improve titles.

[50:46] Award nominations and collaborations.

[55:03] Milestones, and upcoming events.

Links & Resources:

Stephen’s Facebook Post: 

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting/posts/672127101787628/ 

Join us on clubhouse!

www.clubhouseapi.com/r/nLs0FPwUVwGaHb6jNTjk3A?

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc/

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' for The People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

www.podcastawards.com/

Vote for Sambaza 

Voting – APVA Awards

CoSchedule

https://coschedule.com/

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Have you ever found yourself trapped in the endless cycle of comparing your journey to someone else's? Today, we're tackling the comparison topic - the good, the bad, and the unexpected. Inspired by a question from our co-host Jonathan in our Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group, we explore how comparison can sometimes motivate us to achieve more. As President Theodore Roosevelt said, "Comparison is the thief of joy" – or is it? Join us as we challenge ourselves to reflect on times when comparison spurred us to improve and learn how to turn this natural tendency into a positive force in our lives and podcast journeys. 

Episode Highlights:

[5:45] Icebreaker Question: Can you share a time when comparing yourself to someone else motivated you to improve?

[12:48] Recognizing areas for improvement in content creation.

[19:34] Avoiding comparison and finding inspiration from others.

[25:20] Self-improvement in personal and professional growth.

[31:44] Setting realistic goals.

[35:09] Using comparison to drive success.

[45:15] Overcoming struggles and finding joy through patience.

[48:52] Focusing on personal growth in podcasting.

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat:

www.podpage.com/pmc/

Vote for 'The Podcasting Morning Chat' for the People’s Choice Podcast Awards:

www.podcastawards.com/

Jonathan’s Question on Comparison:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting/posts/671664895167182/

Riley Brown on TikTok: 

www.tiktok.com/@rileybrown.ai

NextGen Podcaster:

www.nextgenpodcaster.com

Direct Message Jonathan on Instagram for an invite to the Chatter app:

www.instagram.com/jonathanrhoward?igsh=NHM5dzJhbDBxamMw

Chatter:

www.chattersocial.io/

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Today, we're back with the latest in podcasting. We take a look into the podcast charts to uncover what's catching listeners' ears. We also examine the significant role of AI in podcast creation and its impact on both creators and listeners. We also bring you the inside scoop on upcoming awards shows and industry events from all over the globe. Tune in to stay ahead of the curve with the latest in podcast news.

Episode Highlights:

[6:19] Icebreaker question: What is the number one tool or service that has saved you the most time in your last year of podcasting?

[10:05] Tools and Apps

[19:57] Events

[26:45] Podcasting in schools.

[41:23] AI's impact on jobs.

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat

https://www.podpage.com/pmc/?utm_source=clubhouse

Vote for Marc People’s Choice Podcast Awards

https://www.podcastawards.com/?utm_source=clubhouse

Women in Podcasting Awards

womeninpodcasting.net/awards/

Podnews

podnews.net

Riverside 

https://www.riverside.fm/?via=0676da

Podcasting Made Simple by Podmatch

community.podmatch.com/plans/415933?

Adobe Podcast

podcast.adobe.com/

Youtube Study

docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScnSVFGKq-Wuvr1ndgKRMF3_X85M_21riMXQlgLmuXcMTav4Q/viewform

Want 20% off your ticket to Podcast Movement? Use Promocode PoddDC20

https://podcastmovement.com/

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Have you ever joined a mastermind group? Today, we discuss what masterminds are, how they differ from coaching, and why they could be valuable for your podcast’s growth strategy. We explore different types of masterminds, from free community-driven groups to paid experiences, and provide insights on finding the right fit. The community also highlights the benefits of collaboration and accountability in masterminds and how they can help supercharge your skills through peer wisdom.

Episode Highlights:

[5:47] Icebreaker Question: What's one skill or piece of knowledge that you'd love to learn from others who are more experienced than you?

[14:29] Public speaking.

[19:59] Defining Masterminds

[31:03] Collaboration and expertise.

[36:26] Participating in masterminds for business growth.

[42:24] Mentorship and leadership.

Links & Resources:

The Podcasting Morning Chat

www.podpage.com/pmc/?utm_source=clubhouse

Mivo-Storytelling Strategies With Multi-Award Winning Podcast Dominic Lawson 

www.linkedin.com/events/storytellingstrategiesfromamult7217546259534856193/theater/

Vote for Marc People’s Choice Podcast Awards

www.podcastawards.com/?utm_source=clubhouse

PodXperience Virtual Event- Learn about software tools! 

www.eventbrite.com/e/podcasting-and-youtube-creators-community-a-deep-dive-into-software-tools-tickets-929444542647

Greenroom Mastermind

www.rayedwards.com

Find A Mentor 

www.score.org

Think And Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill

www.amazon.com/Think-Grow-Rich-Landmark-Bestseller/dp/1585424331

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