Discover why brevity is your friend when it comes to show notes—you want to hook potential listeners without giving away your entire episode. In this episode, we explore the delicate balance of providing value through relevant resources while maintaining intrigue that drives your listeners to press play.

Check out our blog post for 5 free show note templates you can use for your podcast! 

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We break down the real difference between a rebrand and a relaunch while walking through a simple plan to restart your podcast with confidence. Practical steps, honest examples, and a clear push to publish without overthinking it. 

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You can record studio-quality podcast audio from your home without professional equipment. This episode shares practical tips for eliminating reverb and creating an optimal recording environment.

• Check out this article at Aqousticfreq.com for DIY acoustic panels that can be made with mineral wool or fiberglass wrapped in breathable fabric.
• You can find all of the links to the soundproofing materials we use for our Buzzsprout Studio in this blog post!
• Buzzsprout's Magic Mastering can help enhance recordings in less-than-ideal conditions, check out this episode of Podcasting Q&A for more details, Level Up Your Audio with Magic Mastering.

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We explore how Buzzsprout's Magic Mastering feature helps podcasters achieve professional-quality audio without technical expertise! In this episode, Cara and Kevin go through the details and give examples of Magic Mastering's Filler Killer and Power Clean capabilities! 

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Turning your podcast ideas into reality starts with defining your "why" – whether it's a passion project or business venture. This episode breaks down the essential first steps for new podcasters to confidently plan and launch their shows!

Check out this Podcasting Q&A Episode for steps on submitting your podcast to the directories, Podcast Directory Submission 101

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Discover the essential steps to get your podcast listed on major listening directories like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube Music. This episode breaks down the process of creating and submitting your RSS feed to ensure your content reaches your target audience!

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Engagement is the key to building a meaningful relationship with your podcast audience, and Buzzsprout's Fan Mail feature makes connection simple and effective. In this episode, we break down the Fan Mail feature, how to use it on your podcast, and strategies for engaging with your listeners. 

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We’re relaunching Podcasting Q&A with a fresh new twist!

Kickstart your week with us while we answer common questions we see straight from the support inbox. Each Monday, you’ll get the best tips and strategies to keep you podcasting with confidence! 

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Megan from the Wild Healers podcast asks, "Is it possible for an independent podcast to make it into the Apple New and Noteworthy section?"

Special thanks to Kris Emerson, host of the Excel Still More podcast, for sharing his experience getting into the New and Noteworthy section.

TL;DR
The Apple Podcasts New and Noteworthy section is a common goal for new podcasters. The appeal is that if you can get your podcast listed there, you'll be able to grow your audience faster, build momentum, and ride that wave off into the sunset of your podcasting dreams.

So... how exactly do you get in? In this episode, we'll share what we know and ask Kris, a fellow Buzzsprout podcaster, what he did to land in the New and Noteworthy section.

What's the best strategy?

The best way to get into the Apple New and Noteworthy section is to focus on getting a lot of listeners to subscribe to your show in Apple Podcasts in a short period of time. As a new podcast, your window to make this happen is typically 90 days from when you launch your first episode.

At one point, many podcasters believed that it was the number of downloads or reviews you received that got you in the N&N section. But over time, as we've seen podcasters try and game the system, we've found that those aren't big indicators.

Apply isn't spilling the beans on their process any time soon, but we DO know that an algorithm based on how many subscribers you get feeds possible selections to an Apple employee who ultimately determines how makes it in and who doesn't.

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Letty from My Sweet Business with Letty Alvarez asks, "What kind of download stats can you expect with a new podcast?"

TL;DR
Launching a new podcast is a lot of work and is something you should celebrate! It’s only natural to want as many people as possible to listen to it, but where should you place your expectations?

In this episode, we’ll walk through 3 questions that will help you determine what your benchmark for success should be.

1. Do you have an existing audience?

If you’re starting from scratch, you should expect fewer downloads than someone who has 100,000 followers on Instagram.

It’s okay if you’re just getting started, just set your expectations accordingly.

2. How popular is your podcast subject?

The reality is, some podcast topics have larger built-in audiences than others. As an example, True Crime podcasts are currently more popular than Home Gardening podcasts and will naturally have a larger audience.

We would never recommend you start a podcast just to become popular, just recognize that the potential size of your audience is partially determined by how many people are interested in your subject matter.

3. How good is your first impression?

If you have a poor first impression, that will negatively impact your download numbers no matter how good your podcast is. You'll want to make sure you have hi-quality artwork (use a service like 99designs or Upwork to work with graphic designers), practice good mic technique for crisp audio, and use catchy episode titles to grab someone's attention.

If you make a good first impression, and then back that up with great content, your podcast will grow.

What's the average number of downloads?

The average Buzzsprout podcaster gets around 50 downloads per episode. This is a great target for when you're first getting started!

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