By Verity Sangan
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The podcast currently has 103 episodes available.
In this podcast episode, we'll discuss 10 key learnings from recording over 100 episodes of this podcast. We will talk about having no rules in podcasting, not needing to quit your day job to have a successful podcast, taking breaks from podcasting, assessing the quality of advice from podcasting “gurus”, embracing the supportive community, debunking the need for expensive equipment+video, and defining podcast “success” on your own terms.
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Ep 6: How to Have a Successful Podcast – Hint; It’s Not What You Think! - https://lazygirlpod.captivate.fm/episode/ep-6-how-to-have-a-successful-podcast-hint-its-not-what-you-think
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In this episode, I dive into the world of podcasting statistics, shedding light on the potential inaccuracies and unreliability of common metrics. Don't solely judge your podcast's success based on numbers like episode count or downloads. Success is more than reaching arbitrary thresholds – it's about creating meaningful content that resonates with your audience!
Remember, podcast ranking metrics can be misleading and vary across platforms. Look beyond the numbers to truly understand your podcast's performance and impact. Keep creating authentic content, and don't get discouraged by the stats!
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It's episode 100 of The Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting!! And in this episode I discuss the importance of taking a break from podcasting when needed. This summer, I reduced my activity to prioritise self-care. It's crucial to prioritise health and well-being over maintaining a strict episode schedule.
Managing all aspects of the podcast on my own can be challenging, but I value the support from you guys, my awesome listeners!
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00:00:00 Intro
00:01:48 Taking a Break from Podcasting
00:06:22 The Importance of Self-Care in Podcasting
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We are diving back into The Vault for episode 99 and will be looking back at episode episode 41 to answer the age old question of should you be paying your podcast guests?
In this episode, we delve into the debated question of whether podcast hosts should pay their guests.
Are you a podcaster wondering about guest compensation? We answer this common question and present a compelling case for why paying guests might not be necessary or the norm. Discover alternative strategies to compensate guests, such as exposure and promotional opportunities, that can benefit both parties involved.
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✅ Podcast Launch Checklist and Episode Planner -https://veritysangan.com/launchchecklist
🎉 Grow Your Podcast Audience 5-day Email Challenge- https://veritysangan.com/5daychallenge
🙋♀️ Podcasting - Getting Your Business Heard - https://veritysangan.com/podcastwebinar
From the vault we are diving back into episode 43: Should I Quit My Podcast!
Are you thinking of quitting your podcast? In this episode, we explore the taboo topic of wanting to quit or take a break from podcasting. Quitting your podcast doesn't equate to failure, but it's important to consider your reasons for wanting to quit before you actually give up your podcast.
I'll discuss the common reasons why podcasters give up podcasting, such as a lack of immediate results or effective strategies. We also talk about the attrition rate of podcasters, with many quitting before their eighth episode due to unrealistic expectations and time commitments.
I'll then go through six signs that indicate it might be time to quit, including loss of passion, running out of quality content, and feeling overwhelmed. Instead of quitting outright, we'll also discuss taking a break from podcasting to re-evaluate your podcasting goals and strategies.
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🎙 Riverside: https://veritysangan.com/riverside
🎙 Blue Yeti Microphone: https://amzn.to/3pxNvSa
🎙 iPhone: https://amzn.to/44q0x30
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✅ Podcast Launch Checklist and Episode Planner – https://veritysangan.com/launchchecklist
🎉 Grow Your Podcast Audience 5-day Email Challenge – https://veritysangan.com/5daychallenge
🙋♀️ Podcasting – Getting Your Business Heard – https://veritysangan.com/podcastwebinar
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In this episode, we have an insightful conversation with Ash from Shure about the world of microphones, particularly focusing on Shure's prominent models like the SM7B. Ash explains why Shure microphones have a stellar reputation in podcasting and music production, offering tips for achieving high-quality recordings. The discussion also delves into the importance of environment, microphone proximity, and equipment quality - Ash's podcasting tips about recording are invaluable to any podcaster! Additionally, Ash highlights the benefits of using headphones during podcasting for better voice monitoring and consistency.
Episode mentioned: Ep 65: How Expensive Does Your Microphone Need to Be? with Adam Schaeuble from Podcasting Business School ➡️ https://lazygirlpod.captivate.fm/episode/ep-65-tech-thursday-adam-re-podcasting-mic-and-costs
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Back in episode 38, we talked about Apple Podcasts introducing episodic podcast covers - that is, each podcast episode can have its own bespoke artwork; a little bit like a YouTube thumbnail. Nearly a year later, I'm now reviewing the effectiveness of individual podcast episode artwork to see if its made any difference to my downloads or listenership at all.
🌟 Listen to Ep 34: Is Apple Podcasts Turning Into YouTube? ➡️ https://lazygirlpod.captivate.fm/episode/ep-34-is-apple-podcasts-turning-into-youtube
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In this episode, I'm joined by Kendall from Riverside, and we're recording this episode at the Podcast Show London. Kendall and I have been trying to get together for almost a year now to record an episode. Our schedules and timezones just haven't aligned until this event when I basically accosted her at the Riverside booth. No time like the present, right?
We start by chatting about the rise of video podcasting, which a fun quiz at the Spotify booth revealed is the fastest growing segment of podcasting right now. Kendall shares her insights on why video is taking off - it allows creators to connect with their audience in a more personal way and repurpose content for social media.
Her top tip? Just start recording video alongside your audio recordings. Don't overcomplicate it at first. Simply use a tool like Riverside's video recording capabilities to capture video versions. Then see how you like working with that video content before potentially expanding into a bigger video strategy.
We also discuss the tendency creators have to want to do ALL THE THINGS right away, when a gradual buildup is much more sustainable. As Kendall says, the flashy "overnight successes" you see have usually been quietly creating for 5+ years beforehand.
Check out past episodes I've done reviewing Riverside's tools:
👉 Ep 17: Riverside.fm: Everything You Need To Know To Record Your Podcast Remotely 🎧 https://lazygirlpod.captivate.fm/episode/ep-17-riversidefm-everything-you-need-to-know-to-record-your-podcast-remotely
📹 Full Riverside.fm Tutorial for Beginners 2023 | Record, Edit, and Produce Your Podcast 🔉https://youtu.be/l4gb4g3ll1M
Try Riverside for free ➡️ https://veritysangan.com/riverside
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In this longer-than-usual episode, I go through a detailed step-by-step guide on how to start your own podcast from beginning to end.
We cover choosing your topic, coming up with episode ideas, naming your show, creating artwork, selecting a hosting platform, releasing your first episodes, promoting on social media, and more. There are so many podcasting tips crammed into this how-to, that even if you already have a podcast, you might pick up some new ideas as you continue to grow your show and podcast audience.
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