Through interviews with the most successful podcasters in the game, this show will uncover the best podcasting strategies that you can apply to your show.
Seth Feingersh produces Gary’s podcast The GaryVee Audio Experience, as well as his Alexa skill, GaryVee 365, and other projects within the VaynerX world. During the show, you get a detailed description of Gary Vaynerchuk’s podcast and livestreaming setup. Find out what he uses and why he uses it.
Discussed Links:
My Podcasting Gear:
Time Stamps:
00:23 - How Seth got to work for Gary Vaynerchuk 02:41 - Gary’s starting podcasting gear 03:49 - Microphones & the Audio interface 05:08 - Gain and cloudlifters with the SM7b 06:06 - XLR cables & boom mic arms 08:48 - Macbook, DSLRs, and Black Magic 09:33 - Recording with OBS and thunderbolt 12:28 - Wearing headphones recording 13:29 - Budget podcasting gear 15:00 - Zoom portable mic 16:07 - Mistakes to learn from 18:43 - Adobe Creative Cloud, Adobe Audition Software 20:43 - Editing style & social media sharing
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John Lee Dumas is the host of Entrepreneurs on Fire. During the show, John will share how he generates over $200,000 a month from his podcast. He’ll talk about podcast monetization strategy, audience engagement, and the most important lesson learned. Find out what it takes to have one of the top-ranked Podcast.
"I had a company reach out to me about 6 months in called The Midroll. So I went from zero to over 5 figures a month in sponsorship revenue from that one conversation." @johnleedumas
Discussed Links:
EOfire.com - JLD's website Entrepreneurs On Fire: Our First 365 Days Income Report Themidroll.com - The world's largest podcast advertising network Podcastninja.net - Outsource your podcast!
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone Shure Foam Windscreen Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 XLR Cable
Time Stamps:
02:12 - Why JLD invested over $10k into launching his podcast 03:11 - Is running a successful podcast overwhelming? 03:43 - How to get sponsorships early 06:18 - Getting downloads in the first 3 months 06:56 - Paid advertisements and marketing dollars 07:37 - Biggest lesson learned 09:12 - The best way to monetize your show 12:36 - How to get others to share your episodes 15:45 - Listen to this before you cancel your Podcast
Must-Have Resources! FREE Podcast Launch Checklist: Launch your podcast in 21 simple steps! Podcast Ninja Dojo: Join our community of podcasters from around the world! Hire a Podcast Ninja: Save time and outsource your podcast!
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Jason Cabassi is the host of The Walking Dead ‘Cast.
During the show, Jason will provide the framework for starting your own podcast network. You’ll learn what you must look for when joining another network. Listen to the end to find out how Podcastica’s shows get paid.
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PN16 Show Notes
Links:
Discussed:
PN14: Shawn Henninger – Podcast Co-Host Tips, Bromance, and Stranger Things
Midroll — The world's largest podcast advertising network
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps: 01:52 - Zombie Sounds 03:24 - Making your TV inspired podcast stand out 04:54 - What to do during the offseason of the show? 06:26 - Should you join or start a podcast network? 08:55 - Creating a theme and website 10:11 - The purpose of a podcast network 11:24 - Community engagement 12:20 - Scouting for creative talent 14:13 - Restricting the content 17:26 - Podcast network rules 19:11 - Sponsorships, Patreon & monetization techniques 25:07 - Reading sponsorship ads and being authentic 27:11 - How to get on Podcastica 28:18 - Starting a podcast network 30:57 - Knowing when to end a podcast 32:19 - Building followers and growing listeners
Must-Have Resources!
1. FREE Podcast Launch Checklist: Launch your podcast in 21 simple steps! 2. Podcast Ninja Dojo: Join our community of podcasters from around the world! 3. Hire a Podcast Ninja: Save time and outsource your podcast!
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Todd Nevins is the host of The Go Hunt Life Podcast.
During the show, Todd will talk about the FREE podcast studio in Austin Texas that is bringing the podcast community together. He’ll talk about his journey through the podcast game and what lessons he has learned. You’ll find out what equipment is used and how to book your studio time. Listen to the end to gain insight around the methods Todd uses to monetize his podcast.
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PN15 Show Notes:Links:
Austin Podcast Facebook community
Todd’s Podcasting Gear:
Discussed:
Podcasting: Zero to Launch on Apple Podcasts in 30 Days (Promo code: Podcastninja)
E043 From Homeless in New York to Global Podcast Ninja in Thailand – Anthony Rigogliosi
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
02:10 - Austin Texas community
07:28 - Connecting to other local groups
10:31 - Podcasting seminar
12:51 - Podcast production course
15:46 - Lewis Howes Podcast Course
16:50 - Starting a podcast
19:26 - Making changes to your podcast
22:13 - Podcast equipment
23:53 - Austin's FREE Podcast Studio
27:33 - Is it REALLY FREE?
28:59 - Wait, so it’s free FREE?
30:48 - Why is it FREE?
31:54 - Is it too busy to schedule time?
33:40 - Local studio competition
34:59 - How long will the promotion last?
36:13 - Pulling the ripcord from Austin Texas
39:17 - How Todd earns money online
44:26 - Monetizing the podcast
47:22 - Travel podcasting equipment and scheduling interviews
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Shawn Henninger is the cohost of the Language of Bromance and Strange Indeed.
During the show, Shawn will share his experience as a cohost of over 150 episodes for the past three years. You’ll learn how he prepares for a show, schedules interviews, and splits the workload. Listen to the end to find out about his new show commentary of the Netflix original Stranger Things.
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PN14 Show Notes:Links:
Strange Indeed: A Stranger Things Podcast
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
01:56 - How Richard and Shawn met
06:23 - Launching the bromance podcast
08:42 - What is the Language of Bromance about?
11:35 - Episode preparation
13:53 - Using video during the show
15:43 - Editing and talking over each other
17:35 - Setting expectation with your co-host
20:28 - Planning and scheduling new episodes
23:37 - Monetization, Patreon, and Sponsorships
25:34 - Stranger Things Podcast
26:32 - Splitting income with your co-host
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Jonathan Oakes is the host of Trivial Warfare.
During the show, you'll learn how to build a massively engaged community that will support your hard work on Patreon. Gain insight to key marketing technique and long-term revenue strategy. Listen to the very end if you want to learn how to find pub quiz trivia games in your local area.
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PN13 Show Notes:
Jonathan's Links:
Facebook.com/groups/TrivialWarfareArmy
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
01:31 - Recording longer episodes
02:37 - Show preparation and questions
04:39 - How Trivial Warfare started
10:52 - Building an engaging community
21:51 - Marketing & promoting your show
31:13 - Starting an LLC business venture
34:37 - Monetizing your podcast with Patreon
38:52 - TWA t-shirt promotion
39:30 - Advertising and sponsorships
41:38 - Libsyn’s stats & download adjustment
43:47 - Running a proper ad
45:39 - Long term revenue strategy with Patreon
51:51 - Local pub quiz games
57:13 - Find the pub quiz games in your local area
1:04:10 - Live shows, editing, and production
1:06:42 - Is the work worth the effect?
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Garrett Petersen is the host of Economics Detective Radio and a Ph.D. candidate in the economics department at Simon Fraser University.
During the episode, Garrett will compare double ender’s like Zencastr, Cast, and Ringr so you can better record your interviews remotely with confidence. You’ll learn about some core features and packages of each and which he chose and why. I will also share my experience using Piezo and Zencastr.
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PN12 Show Notes:Garrett's Links:
Discussed:
A Podcasting Revolution: Cast, Ringr, and Zencastr - Garrett’s double-ender breakdown
Garrett’s Podcasting Gear:
Zoom H4N PRO Digital Multitrack Recorder
Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
02:25 - Criteria to choose with double ender
04:38 - Zecastr Beta
05:55 - Cast features and packages
07:43 - Zencaster packages
08:22 - Cost of Ringr and mobile compatibility
11:22 - Mac or PC compatible software
12:03 - Why I love the Piezo software
13:07 - Uploading to the cloud
14:22 - Zencastr recording issues
15:06 - Conference calling
16:31 - Is local recording the best option
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Drew Ackerman is the host of Sleep With Me Podcast.
During the episode, Drew will share how he turned his passion into a successful podcast that reaches millions around the world. Learn how you can grow your audience, engage with your listeners, and profitably monetize your show. Listen to the end to find out how to get friends, family, and strangers to tune in.
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PN11 Show Notes:Drew’s Links:
Discussed:
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
What inspired Drew Ackerman to start his podcast – 02:13
Podcast episode preparation – 04:23
Was the show popular at first? – 05:40
Marketing and sharing the podcast – 07:03
Engaging with your audience – 09:39
How long does it take to create one episode? – 11:33
Dealing with negative feedback – 13:21
Overcoming the fear to launch your podcast – 16:59
Becoming a full-time podcaster – 19:39
Finding sponsorships and affiliates for your podcast – 22:17
Patreon support & growth – 24:59
Long-term revenue earning strategy – 26:59
Selecting your niche and competition – 30:33
Are your thinking about stopping your podcast? – 33:12
Getting your family and friends to listen to your show – 35:53
Advertising your podcast to strangers – 38:05
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Todd Cochrane is the CEO of Rawvoice/ Blubrry and the host of Geek News Central Podcast. He is the founder of the People’s Choice Podcast Awards and wrote the first book on podcasting.
During the episode, Todd will explain how your downloads are calculated, what stats you should analyze, and how to adjust to the demographic of your listeners. Learn ways a small niche show can find podcast advertising deals and even get started with affiliate commissions. Listen to the end for ways you can strategically pitch advertisements during your show.
Listen to PN 9 on iTunes.
PN10 Show Notes:
Todd's Links:
Discussed:
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
Starting Rawvoice and Blubrry partnership - 01:22
Importance of tracking statistics accurately - 04:16
Downloads on shared IP addresses - 08:24
The global standard of calculating statistics - 11:25
What stats should you analyze? - 15:28
Android vs. Apple listeners - 19:35
Increasing your downloads - 23:49
When should you set up an ad deal? - 29:13
How small niche shows find podcast advertising deals - 34:37
Getting started with affiliate commissions - 43:36
Strategically pitching advertisements during the show - 47:25
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Daniel J Lewis is the host of The Audacity to Podcast and #1 unofficial podcast for ABC's hit drama Once Upon a Time. He helps others launch and improve their own podcasts for sharing their passions and finding success.
During the episode, Daniel will share the key podcast editing tips and tricks to get you the best audio quality possible. You’ll learn how to edit faster and avoid the common mistakes that other podcasters make. Listen to the end for ways to improve your listeners engagement and get people to share your podcast.
Listen to PN 9 on iTunes.
PN9 Show Notes:
Daniel's Links:
TheAudacitytoPodcast.com @thedanieljlewis
Discussed:
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
01:43 - How Daniel got into podcasting
04:39 - Podcast editing with Audacity and Adobe Audition
07:09 - Looking back on over 300 episodes
09:08 - How to get the best audio quality
11:06 - Main aspects to a clean production
13:19 - Levelator vs Auphonic
14:15 - Podcast editing Tips and tricks
19:54 - How long should it take to edit?
21:05 - Common mistakes that podcasters make
22:41 - Getting listeners to share your podcast
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Scott Ertz is the President at PLuGHiTz Corporation. He’s a tech journalist, software engineer, entrepreneur and host of many shows.
During the show, Scott explains how to monetize your podcast through affiliate programs and sponsorships with companies like Monster, Microsoft, and Amazon Associates. You’ll learn how partnerships and affiliates actually work and the best way to choose your sponsor. Listen to the end for the biggest contributor to have 10 years of podcasting success.
Listen to PN 8 on iTunes.
PN8 Show Notes:
Scott's Links:
Plughitzlive.com Subscribe to Scott’s Podcast’s
Discussed:
Sleep with Me Podcast & Headphones
Hydroponic Growth Cabinet - Natufia
Podcastage - Gear Reviews & Tests
Scott’s Podcasting Gear:
My Podcasting Gear:
Shure SM58-LC Cardioid Dynamic Vocal Microphone
Time Stamps:
01:25 - Plug HiTz Corp Podcast lineup
06:26 - Coolest tech products of all time
08:56 - Starting a podcast network
10:15 - Monetizing an affiliate sponsorship with Monster products
11:55 - How to start a partnership/ sponsorship
13:15 - Microsoft partnership/ sponsorship
13:39 - How do affiliate sponsorships and affiliates actually work?
15:36 - Accurate stats with Blubrry
16:16 - Hosting through Microsoft and Tech Podcast Network
16:37 - Product reviews
18:54 - Choosing partnerships and sponsorship
22:35 - Amazon Affiliates
24:43 - Covering events in the U.S.
28:26 - Working long hours
29:03 - CES show breakdown
29:45 - Live floor interview mic setup
31:09 - Audio Technica BPHS1
32:42 - Scotts Podcast mic
34:56 - How to have 10 years of podcasting success
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