The Podcasting Morning Chat

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

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Social Media Post Scheduling Tool HootSuite: 

www.hootsuite.com 

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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: 

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Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

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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

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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/

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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

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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

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The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

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Podcast Helpdesk: 

https://bit.ly/4hIbCUm

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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 leaders like 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

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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/

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The holiday season is coming up fast! Should you take a break or keep making content? Today we talk about how to stay connected with your audience, whether you’re planning to take a break for the holidays or put out some holiday-themed content. We spin the "Wheel of Niches" to come up with holiday content ideas and share fun ways to keep your listeners interested if you decide to take some time off. Plus, we discuss how to let your audience know your holiday plans so they know what to expect. If you can't decide whether to take a break or keep going, this episode will help you figure out what's best for you and your listeners. Join us for some helpful tips and inspiration!

Episode Highlights:

[04:10] 'Wheel of Niches' 

[05:11] Holiday podcasting: Take a break or keep creating?[10:00] Wheel of Niches introduced for holiday content ideas.[18:15] Should podcasters batch content in advance?[20:00] Tips on engaging your audience if taking a holiday break.[29:40] Repurposing old content for holiday episodes; brainstorming ideas for different niches.[37:53] Ideas for Holiday Guests [46:35] Keeping connected during holiday breaks

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

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We're back with more questions from the mailbag! Listen in as we tackle your pressing questions on YouTube, hardware, show notes, and more! We discuss the importance of having a written agreement or podcast prenup with your co-hosts. We also talk about the importance of having sometimes uncomfortable conversations with our podcast partners to ensure transparency and alignment for our shows. To wrap up, we share our wins and challenges we faced throughout the week. Tune in to see if we answered your question! If you have a question related to podcasting, join the Empowered Podcasting group on Facebook and we are delighted to help you!

​​Episode Highlights:

[3:45] Creative Momentum

[8:31] Mailbag Questions: Headphone Output

[14:08] YouTube Music and RSS Feed Setup

[21:09] Co-Hosting Podcasts and Written Agreements

[32:12] Podcast Cover Art and Community Involvement

[43:24] Sharing Wins and Challenges

Links & Resources: 

The Podcasting Morning Chat: 

www.podpage.com/pmc

Join The Empowered Podcasting Facebook Group:

www.facebook.com/groups/empoweredpodcasting⁠

LZSIG 8 Channel Headphone Amp:

www.amazon.com/live/video/0d7aafc8c34d4df3838fca9df82ab9ee?ref_=asvh_vdp

Minvo: 

https://app.minvo.pro/login

PodMatch:

https://podmatch.com/?ref=1646144442692x331135044042346200

Rødecaster Pro II:

https://www.amazon.com/Rode-Rodecaster-Podcast-Production-Console/dp/B0B17V8NGX?th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=ironickmedi04-20&linkId=446cc3a27e5802df4e1609fbb0f63592&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl

Podcasting Evening Chat: 

https://bit.ly/3ULD0Ho

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Is Spotify's push for video ads changing things for advertisers? Ad spending on audio ads was up 11 percent and video ads slightly outperformed that at 12%. What does this mean for podcasters? Listen and find out because we're back with more podcasting news! We take an up-close look at the State of Business Podcasting 2024, which offers insights into the top 100 business podcasts, including release trends, branding, and monetization strategies. Additionally, we cover the new FTC rules on fake reviews and endorsements that have been recently signed into law.

Episode Highlights:

[7:40] Upcoming Events and News Bites

[12:41] Podcasting Stats and Trends

[14:25] Discussion on Podcast Editing Tools

[28:19] Integration News and Business Podcasting Insights

[42:06] Show Structure and Monetization Strategies

[44:53] Independent Podcasting and Network Trends

[50:26] Enhancing SEO with Show Notes and Engaging the Community

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

Podfest’s Pod Lab Virtual Event: 

https://bit.ly/3NZeGOw

Podcasting For Business Report: 

 https://bit.ly/3YHgTmq

Minvo: 

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

Riverside: 

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

FTC’s New Rules: 

https://bit.ly/3NXuW2h

Spotify’s Video Ad Growth: 

podnews.net/press-release/spotify-ad-growth

Riverside’s New Background Music Feature: 

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

Embed Your Episodes In Your Emails:

https://bit.ly/3UGNeZj

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