If you've ever wondered what being part of a podcast network could do for the growth of your show then this is for you.

In this episode, I'm joined by Chris Osborne host of Play Comics, which is a podcast looking at video games based on comics.

And if you're thinking that sounds like a really niche concept for a podcast you'd be right. Chris came up with the idea and launched this podcast back in 2017 and it's steadily grown a loyal fan base.

He's also part of a podcast network, a group of hobbyist podcasters who help each other grow and he shares some interesting insights and how you can get involved with a podcast network for your show.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• What is a podcast network and how to become part of one.

• The power of coming up with a unique concept for your show.

• Tips for staying consistent with episode releases.

• Monetisation ideas for hobby podcasters.

• Identifying your ideal listener.

• And more…

So if you're curious about podcast networks or you just want to some tips on podcast growth and consistency and keep listening.

LEARN MORE

Play Comics - https://www.playcomics.com 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

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Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Are you posting your episodes online every week but still after months of posting you're not seeing many new listeners and not bringing in any traction to your business?

If this sounds familiar, this is for you.

In this episode of Podcasting Amplified, Tracy Beavers, host of Create Online Business Success, joins me to share her expertise as a podcaster, and as an online business coach.

If you have an online business, you're going to learn how to turn your podcast into the biggest driver of growth for that business.

If you don't have an online business yet, you're going to get valuable insights that will set your podcast apart from the crowd.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• What's one thing people miss when it comes to getting visibility online?

• The assumptions many podcasters are making that lead to stagnant growth.

• Why all podcasters should have an email list and how to start one.

• How to speak to your audience in a way that makes them feel seen.

• When you should or shouldn't use paid advertising to promote your podcast.

• How to make sure your podcast cuts through the noise.

• Why you should aim for clear over clever.

• And much more…

So if you want to attract more attention to your podcast and start bringing more value to your audience and keep listening.

LEARN MORE

Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beaconfidententrepreneur
YouTube Channel - https://youtube.com/@tracybeaverscoaching
Website - https://www.tracybeavers.com
Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Tracy Beavers on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tracy-beavers-b650449/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Creating a compelling interview podcast isn't as simple as just finding a guest and letting them do the talking. 

But at the same time it doesn't have to be super complicated.

Host of The KAJ Masterclass Live, Khudania Ajay, joins me on this episode to share the expert insights he's taken from his journalism career to provide a framework for asking intriguing questions, creating interview content that stands out, and building trust with your audience so that they keep listening.

Ajay has recorded over 2000 episodes, and has spent years behind a camera in a fast-paced journalism environment, giving him the unique perspective on podcasting journalism provides.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• What traditional journalism can teach us about producing compelling podcast episodes.

• How Ajay manages to produce multiple episodes a day for two separate podcasts totaling 2,000+ conversations.

• How he's grown his podcast to the top 1.5%.

• How to ensure your listeners are getting the most value possible.

• Tactics to speed up your podcasting workflow.

• And much more…

If you want to improve your podcasting skills, particularly if you ever host guests, this is essential listening. 

LEARN MORE

The KAJ Masterclass Live - https://www.thekajmasterclass.live/podcast-1 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Khudania Ajay on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ajaykhudania/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

You know that there's room to improve your podcast so you can take it to the next level, but where do you start?

After 40 episodes of Podcasting Amplified and countless conversations with podcasters, I've noticed that basically all podcasting challenges fall under one of three categories. I call them the "3 Cs of Podcasting".

In this solo episode, I break down what that really means and how you can use the 3 Cs to identify where you need to focus your attention on with your podcast.

In this episode, we cover:

• The 3 C's of podcasting challenges and how to use them to assess your podcast needs.

• Why most podcasters focus on the wrong fixes.

• How to figure out where your biggest bottleneck is.

• Common blind spots that even experienced podcasters miss.

• A mindset shift that could change how you approach your next episode.

If you've hit a wall with your podcast or you're feeling overwhelmed, this will help give you some clarity around your next steps.

LEARN MORE

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Do you ever feel like your podcast is getting a bit stale or sometimes you just struggle to get the motivation to record that next episode?

Once you've committed to a podcast it can feel like this never-ending thing and when you're creating episodes week in, week out, it can feel like it's starting to get a bit repetitive. And finding the right guests or topics to talk about can be a challenge.

But what if podcasting didn't have to be like that?

I'm joined by Cheryl Drury in this episode. Cheryl started her podcasting journey around a year ago to share her fascinating story of re-fitting a sail boat, but once that story had been told she had to decide where to take things next.

She now hosts Crack The Book, where she brings us along on a new journey, and her genuine love for podcasting, combined with her vision for sharing these stories as a complete piece, offers a refreshing outlook on podcasting that every podcaster can get value from - whether your podcast is a business asset or a hobby.

We cover in this episode:

• The secret sauce that every podcast needs for it to be sustainable.

• How to pivot your podcast without losing all your listeners.

• What podcasting can do for you personally.

• How to love podcasting again.

• How to make a podcast work for your business while still being an enjoyable experience.

• And much more…

This is an inspiring and motivating conversation that might just make you rethink a few things when it comes to podcasting.

LEARN MORE

Crack The Book -
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/crack-the-book/id1749793321
https://open.spotify.com/show/5GpySInw1e8IqNQvXow7Lv

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Cheryl Drury on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/cldrury/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

If you've been podcasting for a little while now and you're wondering why you're struggling to turn your downloads into profit, this is for you.

The influence that you have with your podcast could be a powerful asset that will allow you to turn your podcast into a profitable and scalable business with lasting impact.

Shayna Rattler Davis joins me in this episode of Podcasting Amplified to share the strategies, the tools, and the mindset shifts that you need in order to take your podcast to the next level and start achieving your goals

She hosts The Influence Economy podcast and articulates these strategies in a way that could completely change the way you think about your podcast.

We cover in this episode - 

• How to transform your podcast from hobby to media empire.

• The three P's that every episode you make should have one of.

• How to meet your listener at their level and make them feel heard.

• How to rebrand a podcast while retaining your listeners

• And so much more…

If you want to turn your podcast into a valuable asset but you don't know where to start, this is for you.

LEARN MORE

Free guide & audio course - www.profitreadypodcast.com
The Influence Economy podcast - https://shaynadavis.com/episodes/
Castmagic - https://www.castmagic.io/
Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Shayna Rattler Davis on LinkedIn/social - https://www.linkedin.com/in/shaynarattler/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Does the content you create for your podcast have character? 

I've seen time and time again that the podcasts that allow the host's character to shine through are the ones that grow the fastest and attract the most loyal followings.

That's why I'm joined by Emily Aborn in this episode of Podcasting Amplified to talk about how to inject more character into your content.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• What exactly is podcast content and how to make your podcast stand out.

• How to repurpose your content in a way that attracts more of your ideal listeners without taking all of your time.

• How to use AI in a way that doesn't suck the life out of your podcast content.

• Exercises you can start doing today to help you inject more character into your podcast.

• And so much more…

If you want to attract more loyal listeners to your show and make it stand out from the crowd this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

Emily Aborn - https://emilyaborn.com/ 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Emily Aborn on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyaborn/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

If you want to truly stand out as a podcaster, your personal brand might be the key. 

Whether you've just started podcasting or you've had your show for years the personal branding strategies that my guest shares in this episode are transformational.

Emmy-winning Vinnie Potestivo joins me today. He hosts I Have A Podcast® and draws from his decades of media experience, which saw him in launching huge TV shows like Punk'd and The Osbournes and developing the personal brands of names like Beyoncé and Ashton Kutcher.

In this episode, you'll learn - 

• How to get discovered and stay relevant as a podcaster.

• An inside look at the strategies used by the biggest names in showbiz that got them noticed.

• Why we're still early as podcasters and how to capitalise on it.

• Where to start with becoming an award-winning podcaster.

• Predictions for podcasting in 2025 and why it's going to be bigger than ever

• And so much more…

This is an awesome opportunity to hear from a podcaster with some deep inside media knowledge, so keep listening.

LEARN MORE

I Have A Podcast (R) - www.ihaveapodcast.com/ 

Free Visibility Toolkit - www.vpe.tv/gift 

Quuu - content promotion platform - www.vpe.tv/quuu 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Vinnie Potestivo on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/vinniepotestivo/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

A lot has changed in podcasting over the last 15 years but many of the podcasting tips and tricks that every podcaster needs to know are still just as relevant.

Seth Goldstein joins me on Podcasting Amplified in this episode to share the extensive podcasting insight that he's picked up from over 15 years in the podcasting space.

Seth hosts multiple podcasts and coaches podcasters to build brand equity and grow their shows.

And in this episode, you'll discover - 

• The biggest changes in podcasting over the last 15 years…

• …and the essential podcasting tips and tricks that every podcaster still needs to know.

• How long should a podcast episode be?

• The best ways to use AI for podcasting.

• Is video essential for podcasters?

• And much more…

Whether you've been podcasting for just a few months or you're one of the OGs, this episode is more than worth the 30 minutes of time it will take you to listen to it.

LEARN MORE

Entrepreneur's Enigma - https://entrepreneursenigma.com/ 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Follow Seth - https://social.sethgoldstein.me/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

If you're like many podcasters you may have considered sponsorship as a strategy to monetise your podcast.

There are many ways to get podcast sponsors to work with you,  but some are better than others.

In this episode of Podcasting Amplified, I'm joined by Eric Melchor. Eric is the Co-Founder of Podk.it - a dynamic, shareable media kit for podcasters. He also hosts Innovators Can Laugh and founded a b2b podcast ad network B2BPodPros.

So as you can imagine Eric has a lot of insight around podcast advertising and attracting sponsors and networks. 

And in this episode, you'll discover - 

• What is a media kit and why should podcasters have one

• The exact steps you should take if you want to attract sponsors for your podcast or join a podcast network.

• What every podcast should have ready before they even start reaching out to sponsors.

• Practical advice on attracting more of your ideal guests.

• Why you don't need a huge following to get sponsors for your podcast.

• And much more…

So if you're looking to attract sponsors, networks or even high-profile guests to your podcast this episode is for you. 

LEARN MORE

B2BPodPros - https://www.b2bpodpros.com/ 

Innovators Can Laugh - https://www.innovatorscanlaugh.com/

Podkit - https://podk.it/ 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Eric Melchor on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericmelchor/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

It can be hard enough as a podcaster to consistently produce one podcast. But my guest today hosts 8!

Dave Campbell hosts The How To Podcast Series along with multiple podcasts in different niches.

And because of that he has a huge amount of insight when it comes to podcasting from attracting more listeners to building a community around your podcast that turns casual listeners into companions who know, like and trust you.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• How Dave is able to juggle eight different podcasts.

• The three elements that make up a true podcast community.

• How to get your listeners involved in your episodes so that they can feel a part of your podcast.

• What podcasters are getting wrong about monetisation.

• The metrics you should be looking at when it comes to tracking success.

• And so much more…

This is an incredible conversation with an experienced podcaster and if you're looking to take your podcast to the next level, keep listening.

LEARN MORE

The How To Podcast Series - https://howtopodcast.ca/ 

True Media Solutions - https://truemediasolutions.ca/ 

Pod Link - https://pod.link/ 

SpeakPipe - https://www.speakpipe.com/ 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Dave Campbell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dave-campbell-podcaster/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Whether you want to grow your show to convert listeners into clients, to build a community, or just share your message with the world, your podcast needs two things – you need podcast visibility and it needs to bring your maximum listeners value.

In this episode of Podcasting Amplified, Isabella Sanchez Castañeda, joins us to share her expert insight into how to get people to click on your podcast and stay listening.

Her podcasting experience, her expertise in journalism and a track record of producing winning podcasts for business owners all lend to an episode packed with essential insights for podcasters.

And in this episode we cover:

• The dos and don'ts of podcast cover art if you want people to click on your podcast.

• The errors that many interview podcasters are making that are fatal to listenership.

• Why more podcasters should consider solo episodes.

• How to get the best out of your interview guests for your listeners.

• The secrets to converting listeners into clients.

• And so much more…

These are insights that every podcaster should pay attention to. If you want to be visible and keep people listening this is for you.

LEARN MORE

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Isabella Sanchez Castañeda on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/isabella-sanchez-casta%C3%B1eda-818b38120/  

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Most niche topic podcasts struggle to grow beyond a small circle of listeners - but this podcaster has done something different.

In this episode I'm joined by Neil Cozzi, host of Ancient History Hound. He's been podcasting for eight years and has grown a loyal following of history enthusiasts.  Neil's collected over 200 reviews on Spotify alone and has a subreddit dedicated to his podcast with over 4,000 subscribers.

He shares the strategies that he's used to grow his niche interest podcast and how he's able to make every episode a high-quality, well-researched experience.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• Why your personal enjoyment needs to be a key metric of your podcast's success.

• How Neil puts together these high-quality, mini documentary style podcast episodes.

• How to start and grow a subreddit dedicated to your podcast.

• The call to actions you should use if you want to retain listeners.

• And much more…

So keep listening to learn how Neil has grown his podcast consistently for over eight years.

LEARN MORE

The podcast/blog - www.ancientblogger.com

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Neil Cozzi on TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@ancientblogger
Neil Cozzi on Reddit - https://www.reddit.com/r/AncientHistoryHound/
Neil Cozzi on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@AncientBlogger
Neil Cozzi on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ancientblogger
Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

What's the secret behind bingeable podcasts? Could you release three episodes of your podcast every single week consistently and keep them bingeable, searchable and standing out from the competition?

This is what Edd Dawson has done with his podcast 'SEO Is Not That Hard'. SEO is not as hard as some might want you to believe. If you want to get your podcast episodes and blog posts showing up on Google Search there are only a few things that you need to focus on. And Edd Dawson covers them all in his podcast.

Edd started his podcast in 2023 after spending many years in the SEO space and he has consistently released three bite-sized episodes every single week since then.

In this episode of Podcasting Amplified he shares his expertise on how he stayed consistent with his podcast and has made it super bingeable. He also shares his  SEO expertise to help your podcast content get discovered so you can bring in more listeners.

In this episode we cover:

• How Edd has consistently released three episodes a week since day one.

• How to stand out from your competition with a podcast.

• Tips on how to come up with podcast episode ideas. 

• The essentials of getting your content to rank on Google.

• How to find out what questions your listeners want answered.

• How Edd built a pro sounding podcast set up for under £200.

• How much more…

So whether you want to get started with podcast SEO or you're just looking for tips on how to craft a standout, bingeable and consistent podcast, then keep listening. 

LEARN MORE

https://podcast.seoisnotthathard.com

https://www.edddawson.com

https://keywordspeopleuse.com

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Edd Dawson on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/edd-dawson/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

There are a few things that every podcaster should have - right from the start of their podcasting journey if they want to build a successful podcast. 

And we're not talking about microphones, headphones, cover art and so on - although those things are very important - before worrying about any of that - there are a few other things you need to get clear on.

In this episode of Podcasting Amplified, Jennifer Rosemary Francis - host of Tools of the Podcast Trade - joins me to share her three unexpected tools for podcasters that will set you on a path to success.

We cover in this episode -

• The three unexpected tools for podcasters that we all need.

• The biggest causes of 'podfading' and how to avoid it.

• How to stop emulating your favourite podcasters and why it's so important to be yourself.

• The most common barriers podcasters face for not getting started and how to break through them.

• And much more…

If you're just getting started on your podcasting journey or you're having trouble getting the results that you want from your podcast, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

Tools of the Podcast Trade - https://www.toolsofthepodcasttrade.com/

CONNECT

J. Rosemarie Francis on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jrosemarie/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

How many podcasts have been running successfully for over 10 years? As you can imagine, not that many - the podcasting community was much smaller back then.

But, Michelle Nezat has been running More Than A Song since 2014 and she joins us in this week's episode of Podcasting Amplified to do a deep dive on one of the biggest tools that she's used to continually grow her following over that time - email marketing.

10 years ago Michelle was able to find an untapped niche and using her experience as a marketer has built a loyal following that looks forward to each new episode.

And in this episode, we cover -

• How to set up a podcast email list that your listeners will want to stay subscribed to. 

• How lead magnets work and how you can create valuable free content for your audience.

• What's changed in podcasting over the last 10 years?

• Podcast episode title hacks to get you showing up in search.

• And so much more… 

If you've been holding out on creating an email list for your podcast, or want some ideas on how to grow one faster, Michelle's extensive marketing and podcasting experience is worth tuning in for.

LEARN MORE

The Managed Chaos podcast - https://michellenezat.com/unlock

Mailchimp email marketing platform - https://mailchimp.com/

Podia - https://www.podia.com/ 

Aweber - https://www.aweber.com/

Canva - https://www.canva.com/ 

CONNECT

Michelle Nezat on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/michellenezat/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

If you've been looking for a way of making your podcast stand out or of making an episode extra special, then hosting a live episode could be the way forward.

And when we talk live podcasting we're not talking about streaming an episode online, we're talking about sitting on a stage in front of a live studio audience doing your thing and creating an unforgettable experience for you and your listeners.

In this episode we're joined by Jeff Revilla and he shares everything you need to know about live podcasting.  Jeff runs a Live podcast studio in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania called Poduty where he gives podcasters the tools they need to host and record an episode in front of an intimate audience of fans.

In this episode, we cover - 

• Why should a podcaster consider hosting a live episode?

• Where to start with planning a live episode.

• How to make a live episode extra special and memorable for your listeners.

• How Jeff is making live podcasting possible even for podcasters without any budget.

• What's coming next in the world of live podcasting

• And much more…

If you're considering hosting a live episode or you'd just like to get a look into a format of podcasting that is helping podcasters stand out from the crowd, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

Poduty live podcast studio - https://poduty.com/ 

CONNECT

Jeff on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffrevilla/  

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

If you've ever found yourself disappointed by the download numbers for an episode or you're tracking your listener stats month to month but you're struggling to keep existing listeners engaged, then this episode of Podcasting Amplified is for you.

We dive deep into podcast messaging - the messaging that surrounds your podcast,  that helps listeners know that they're in the right place and that they're among friends so they keep coming back for more.

Brian Fleming hosts PodGasm Marketing where he helps podcasters to clarify their podcast marketing messages so more people will listen and stay listening.

We cover in this episode -

• How to clarify your podcast marketing messages so that more people will listen.

• How to write episode titles that get more clicks.

• The two biggest podcast cover art mistakes that podcasters are making.

• How to really get into the mind of your ideal listener so that you are perfectly positioned to solve their problems.

• And so much more…

If you want to get more listeners to join your tribe and stay listening, this is the episode for you.

LEARN MORE

PodGasm Marketing - grab the free guide -  https://www.podgasmshow.com/

CONNECT

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Running a podcast alongside a business is a challenge. Especially when you're committed to publishing an episode every week.

Katrina Purcell hosts Managed Chaos alongside her co-host Rachel Anderson. Each week, they share bite-sized, 15-minute nuggets of business wisdom to support business owners and showcase their consulting expertise.

In just a few months, the hosts have already managed to see some real benefits of running a podcast to their business and in their personal development. And Katrina shares her insights with us in this episode.

We cover in this episode -

• Strategies on running a podcast without the stress.

• Unique formats for a podcast that can help it stand out.

• Tips for streamlining the podcast planning and production processes.

• How to get more value out of your podcast for your business.

• And so much more… 

If you're looking for ways of running a podcast with less input and getting more output, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

The Managed Chaos podcast - https://www.themanagedchaospodcast.com/ 

CONNECT

Katrina Purcell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/katrina-purcell/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Imagine if you could get a guest spot on another podcast and get an immediate, massive boost to your following from it.

That's exactly what Robin Waite did. He was able to secure an interview with Ali Abdaal on his podcast who currently has nearly six million subscribers on YouTube. And off the back of that one interview Robin brought in £150,000 worth of business, an extra 1500 subscribers to his email list and he doubled his YouTube channel following.

And in this episode of Podcasting Amplified, he breaks down the exact strategy he used to secure that interview.

Robin hosts The Fearless Business Podcast which he's been running for five years now so he has a ton of insight for podcasters looking to grow their show. He's also a business coach and speaker and in this episode he offers one of the most generous free giveaways that we've ever had on the podcast.

We cover in this episode -

• How to land the podcast guest spot of your dreams.

• How to bring more value to and get more value from a podcast guest.

• How Robin was able to 4x his downloads with a few, key changes.

• Where to focus your efforts if you want to grow but have little time.

• Irresistible Call To Action ideas that will get more of your listeners to take the next step.

• And so much more… 

If you're looking to grow your show, especially as an entrepreneur, then these next 40 or so minutes will be extremely valuable to you. 

LEARN MORE

Robin Waite - https://www.robinwaite.com/

Get Robin's book PHYSICALLY SENT TO YOU FOR FREE - https://fearless.biz/mm/

CONNECT

Robin Waite on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmwaite/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Is your podcast growing slower than you'd like it to? Or maybe you've seen some growth early on but things have plateaued and you're listener base has stagnated.

If this resonates with you then you need to listen to this episode of Podcasting Amplified.

Anthony Nwaneri & Taig O'Shea host Why Your Podcast Isn't Growing, where every week, they help podcasters gain clarity on why they're not seeing the results they're hoping for.

They've coached many podcasters clients as well, and they helped one podcaster double her monthly listenership in just 60 days.

If you're looking to gain 1000s of listeners who not only follow your show religiously but take the next step, whether that's subscribing or even becoming a new client, keep listening.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• The 5 mistakes almost every podcast is making.

• Title and show notes secrets to get your episodes discovered.

• How to craft a podcast that keeps people listening.

• Are AI tools helping or harming podcasters?

• What element of your podcast should you fix first?

• The results Anthony and Taig saw after posting shorts for 30 days.

• And much more…

If your podcast has plateaued or is growing slower than you'd like, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

Why Your Podcast Isn't Growing - https://open.spotify.com/show/2Eegk5G5TH7aHu8yXf7jtS?si=09e0dfb287b64808

Get More Listeners - www.getmorelisteners.com

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Anthony Nwaneri on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/anthony-nwaneri-a8a54724b/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Ten years is a long time in podcasting years, and to continue producing content for that long is a challenge in itself. But when you're also dealing with a disability and other health issues, it takes even more perseverance.

Win Charles has been hosting Win At Life for around ten years, the podcast where she shares conversations about being awesome with a disability and raising awareness at the same time. She originally started the podcast as content marketing for her book, but it's grown into something much more. 

In this episode, we dive into Win's podcasting journey, which she's continued to grow despite the challenges that having a disability brings.

We cover in this episode:

• Advice for podcasters dealing with a disability or other health issues.

• How Win has continued posting episodes for 10 years.

• The criteria Win uses for booking guests and why this has tightened.

• How honesty and transparency have helped Win build an audience.

• The one thing Win would have wished she'd done when she started podcasting that would have made things easier.

• And much more…

This conversation is filled with insights and inspiration from a podcaster who has faced and overcome significant challenges. I'm confident you'll find her story impactful.

LEARN MORE

Win At Life Podcast - http://winatlifepodcast.weebly.com/

I, Win (Book) - https://amzn.eu/d/076F4dgl

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Win on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/askwinpodcast/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Which comes first, the podcast or the business? For Kevin Palmieri, Next Level University has always been about the podcast. The conversations. The value he and his co-host Alan Lazaros can bring to their audience.

But after a rough patch in his life, he channelled that passion into building a business around the podcast and has since grown it into a $1M+ revenue business, with getting on for 2000 episodes published over 7 years.

He joins me in this episode to share his story and a ton of powerful insights to help podcasters build their confidence and grow their shows.

We cover in this episode -

• How Kevin turned his podcast into a million-dollar business.

• How to use your data to grow your podcast.

• Tactics you can use to build your confidence as a podcaster.

• Strategies for winning back your time.

• Levelling up your audio and video.

• How to get started with monetizing your show.

• How Kevin has stayed consistent with multiple weekly releases.

• And so much more…

This conversation is packed with insight and inspiration from a podcaster who's stuck with it. He and his audience have benefited from his journey, and I'm confident that you will too.

LEARN MORE

Next Level University - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com

The SEO Mindset Podcast - https://theseomindset.co.uk/

CONNECT

Kevin on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

If you want to turn your podcast into a revenue driving asset, then this is for you.

Kurt Elster hosts an eCommerce podcast called The Unofficial Shopify Podcast. He started podcasting over 10 years ago and has managed to turn his podcast into a key lead generator for his business

And in this episode, he shares his expertise around podcasting as well as how podcasters can start making money selling products online.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• How to turn a podcast into a lead generator.

• The first steps of making money online through eCommerce.

• Advice for coaches and consultants on using a podcast as a marketing tool.

• Kurt's top tips for growing a podcast.

• The one thing that has allowed Kurt to stay consistent with weekly episodes for a decade.

• And much more…

So if you want to hear some top tips from a podcaster who's been in the game for a long time and advice on how to turn listeners into revenue, this one's for you.

LEARN MORE

The Unofficial Shopify Podcast - https://unofficialshopifypodcast.com/

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Kurt on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/kurtelster 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Have you been thinking about improving your podcast SEO game but don't know where to start? Or perhaps you're a complete beginner to SEO and you're just looking for another way of bringing in more listeners to your podcast…

This is where our guests come in. Sarah McDowell and Tazmin Suleman host The SEO Mindset Podcast. They're both experts when it comes to getting more eyes on your content through search engine optimisation (SEO).

We cover in this episode -

• What is SEO and why do podcasters need to be thinking about it?

• How to get started with podcast SEO so you can bring in more listeners to your podcast.

• How to avoid overwhelm as a podcaster.

• The benefits and challenges of running a co-hosted podcast.

• How to balance searchable keywords with clickable titles.

• What you should be doing with your podcast website to optimise it for growth.

• And much more…

Between them, they also have a ton of podcasting insights, making this a perfect episode for podcasters looking to grow their following.

LEARN MORE

Tazmin's website - https://www.tazminsuleman.com/

Sarah's website - https://www.sarahmcdowell.co.uk/

The SEO Mindset Podcast - https://theseomindset.co.uk/

CONNECT

Tazmin on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tazmin-suleman-b44575b1/

Sarah on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarahmcduk/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

There are so many benefits to having a podcast, particularly for those running a podcast alongside their business. But is podcasting right for everyone? And how can a podcast stand out in this growing space?

Adrian Daniels started podcasting in 2020, when the world was changing. He had a purpose - to build a network of Ghanaian entrepreneurs and share their stories and expertise. And The Sound of Accra Podcast was the vehicle.

Since then, he's published nearly 200 episodes and has launched a second podcast. Adrian also consults business owners and helps them launch their own podcasts

We cover in this episode -

• The benefits that podcasting can have on you and your business.

• When shouldn't you launch a podcast?

• Why Adrian only works with purpose-driven podcasters. 

• How to make your podcast stand out in your niche.

• Podcast growth strategies.

• How to smartly invest in your podcast.

• And much more…

Adrian's business and podcasting expertise make for essential listening.

LEARN MORE

Adrian Daniels - https://adriandaniels.co/

Quit and Switch Podcast -

Spotify- https://open.spotify.com/show/0oMbZ4pLfaethi2Y1dRcaI

YouTube- https://www.youtube.com/@QuitandSwitchPodcast

The Sound of Accra Podcast -

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thesoundofaccrapodcast/videos

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0oMbZ4pLfaethi2Y1dRcaI

CONNECT

Adrian Daniels on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielsadrian/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Does the podcasting process bring you joy? Because if it doesn't, it's going to be difficult to stay motivated and consistent.

Tabatha Thorell launched her second podcast, "What Went Wrong," last year, where she shares the untold stories of bouncing back from failure. Throughout her podcasting journey, she's discovered how to find more joy in the process and bring more value to her, her guests and her listeners.

She's also a wife, a mum of five, a dynamic speaker, a best-selling co-author, a life and business coach and a seasoned real estate investor… and still finds time to run a weekly podcast!

We cover in this episode -

• Finding joy in the podcasting process.

• Streamlining your podcast workflow so you can stay consistent.

• How to outsource in a way that works for you.

• How to guide guests to get the most out of them and give your audience more value.

• 4 things every entrepreneur should know.

• And plenty more…

If you want to get and give more value and joy with your podcast, keep listening.

LEARN MORE

What Went Wrong? - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/what-went-wrong-the-untold-stories-of-bouncing-back/id1721047249

Tabatha Thorell - https://www.tabthorell.com/

Tabatha's free resources - https://keeplegacywealth.com/

CONNECT

Tabatha Thorell on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tabthorell/

Tabatha Thorell on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tabatha-thorell-008a9b6a/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Who is your ideal listener? Who will be getting the most value out of your podcast and how can you tailor your content to support their specific needs?

Charlie Dice hosts Off Leash: A Podcast for DINKWADs (as well as two other podcasts!). After launching the podcast under her brand name 'Beauty And The Berners', she pivoted the podcast to zero in on the 'Dual Income, No Kids, With A Dog' community. A community that she knows well.

In this episode, we learn how she was able to craft a podcast for a very specific community that is largely untapped within podcasting, and the benefits this is bringing her and her community.

We cover in this episode -

• Finding an untapped podcast niche and how niche should you go?

• How to monetise a podcast with a small audience.

• The challenges and benefits of hosting multiple podcasts.

• Why Charlie decided to rebrand her podcast.

• Tech tips for new podcasters.

• How to find podcasts to guest on.

• And more…

If you're building a podcast for a niche community or want to dial in your listener base, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

Rephonic - https://rephonic.com/

Beauty And The Berners - https://pages.beautyandtheberners.com/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@BeautyandtheBerners

CONNECT

Charlie Dice on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/charlie-dice-6886bb148/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Jeremy Doran describes himself as an introvert. But that hasn't stopped him from becoming a speaker, coach and of course, a podcaster.

He hosts NeuroConversant Leadership, and after creating nearly 50 episodes, he has some valuable insights to share.

He's built this podcast around his business and it's helped to grow his network and his personal brand.

We cover in this episode -

• The power of using stories to educate.

• Repurposing your podcast content.

• Effective guest booking strategies.

• When is the right time to consider rebranding your podcast.

• Podcast communication strategies for introverts.

• Podcasting equipment advice.

• And more…

If you're looking to align your podcast with your brand and business and improve your communication skills, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

NeuroConversant Leadership - www.NeuroConversantLeadership.com 

CONNECT

Jeremy on LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/JeremyDoranSpeaks

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Are you growing a podcast as content marketing for your business in the hopes that you'll turn listeners into leads?

Louise Archer launched Retrained Search - The Podcast with her co-host Jordan a year ago. And they've taken the podcast from a dozen listeners to hundreds. They've built a branded podcast that gets them qualified leads for their business every month.

Branded podcasts are podcasts that put a brand front and centre, like Retrained Search. They can fall into the trap of lacking personality, but Louise and Jordan have managed to tie the podcast to their personal brands and keep things friendly.

We cover in this episode -

• Creating a branded podcast with a personality.

• Getting the best out of your audio setup.

• Finding a process and rhythm that works for you.

• How Louise's podcast brings her new leads regularly.

• The metrics that really matter.

• How Louise has grown her podcast to 500+ listeners a month in a year.

• The reasons Louise's listeners have given for why they listen to every episode.

If you want to grow a podcast alongside your brand, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

Retained Search - The Podcast - https://podcast.retrainedsearch.com/

Retrained Search - https://www.linkedin.com/company/retrained-search/

CONNECT

Louise Archer on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/louise-archer-48612844/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

LinkedIn now has over a billion members and if your audience is there, so should you be. But growing your podcast on LinkedIn isn't as easy as just sharing a link to each new episode you post. It's about building a personal brand and connecting with your network the right way.

That's why I've invited Mr. Linked himself, Mark Williams onto this episode. He's been in the LinkedIn game since 2008 and he's been podcasting for over 10 years. 

Mark has built a following of over 25 thousand people on LinkedIn and he shares with us the secrets to LinkedIn success, and how to leverage a podcast to grow your audience.

We cover in this episode -

• Mark's secrets to a successful podcast after 10+ years in the game.

• How to grow your following on LinkedIn and drive more traffic to your podcast.

• The power of forming the right relationships with your audience.

• AI pitfalls to avoid on LinkedIn.

• Why Mark was forced to change his podcast's name and how he made the best of it.

If you want to grow your LinkedIn following and your podcast, don't miss this episode.

LEARN MORE

Informed - https://linkedinformed.libsyn.com/

CONNECT

Mark Williams on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mrlinkedin/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Search engine optimisation (SEO) should be a key component of your podcast growth strategy. You can't rely on people finding your podcast through searching on Spotify or iTunes.

But getting your podcast episodes and your podcast website to show up on Google Search and get clicked on is a challenge. SEO expert, Brandon Leibowitz, joins me on this episode to give us a crash course on podcast SEO and share with us the podcast SEO best practices.

In this episode, we cover -

• What is SEO and how can it help get you more listeners?

• Why backlinks are essential and how to get them.

• The benefits of having a website you own for your podcast and how to get started.

• Social media podcast promotion tips.

• How to choose keywords to use in your titles and show notes that get searched for.

• How to track traffic to your website and podcast.

• And more!

If you haven't spent much time thinking about podcast SEO best practices or want to give your podcast SEO a boost, this is the episode for you.

LEARN MORE

Free SEO Masterclass with Brandon - https://seooptimizers.com/gift

Google Keyword Planner - https://ads.google.com/intl/en_uk/home/tools/keyword-planner/

CONNECT

Brandon on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/brandonleibowitz/videos

Brandon on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/brandonleibowitz/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

After being laid off in 2014, Suzy Rosenstein realised it was time to start her entrepreneurial journey. Three years later, she launched her podcast, Women in the Middle.

She's now 7 years into her podcasting journey and has around 350 episodes and over 1.7 million podcast downloads under her belt. Her podcast has now become one of the main drivers of business for her, with 50% of her clients finding her through her podcast.

In this episode, we cover -

• How Suzy knew that podcasting was right for her and her business.
• Tips for coming up with episode ideas and nailing down your ideal guest brief.
• How Suzy gets 50% of her clients through her podcast.
• Solo episodes vs. interview episodes.
• Secrets to staying consistent as a podcaster.
• Why audio quality is essential for any podcast.
• Automation advice to streamline your guest workflow.
• A podcasting incident unlike anything you've heard before.
• And much, much more…

Suzy knows her stuff when it comes to podcasting, and if you want to grow your show, don't miss this episode.

LEARN MORE

Suzy Rosenstein - https://suzyrosenstein.com/

CONNECT

Suzy on LinkedIn- https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzyrosenstein

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Finding a niche for your podcast these days is a challenge, but my guest today managed to find two.

Troy Wallace hosts Stay On The Court, a podcast for aging athletes and he's got a new podcast in the works built around his HR consulting business. And while Troy is relatively new to the podcasting game, there is a lot to learn from his story of niching down and building a brand around the community that he's growing.

In this episode, we cover -

• The power of niching down with your podcast.

• Building a brand around a podcast.

• Tips on putting together a podcast website and how to drive more traffic.

• How Troy is working around challenges with booking guests.

• The nuances of growing a podcast on YouTube.

• Advice on speeding up your production workflow.

• Launching a second podcast and staying consistent.

• And much more…

And if you get value from this episode, hit subscribe on your favourite podcast platform.

LEARN MORE

Stay On The Court - https://stayonthecourt.com/

CONNECT

Stay On The Court on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/stayonthecourt-com/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

So you've booked the perfect guest and you know they have a fascinating story to tell, and insight to share. But how do you make sure they bare all on your podcast so you can bring the most value to your listeners?

This week I'm joined by Christian Carrion, who hosts Tell Us About Yourself where he interviews game show contestants and digs up their behind the scenes stories.

Christian has been running the show for three years now and has been heavily involved in the niche for far longer. And he has a ton of advice to share around growing a niche podcast and getting the most out of your guest interviews.

In this episode, we cover - 

• How to grow a niche podcast.

• How to book dream guests.

• Interview tips to get the most out of your guests.

• Staying consistent with your podcast while working.

• And some fascinating and memorable stories that Christian has uncovered on his show.

Christian's podcasting journey is really unique and worth hearing for any podcaster.

LEARN MORE

Tell Us About Yourself - http://buzzerblog.com/tellus

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

A podcast is a powerful tool for community building and growing a business. So when I spoke with Patrick Gallagher and found out that his business builds engineering leadership communities, and that his podcast production game is top-notch, he was an obvious choice for a guest.

Patrick is a self-taught podcasting machine. and his podcast The Engineering Leadership Podcast adds fuel to that community-building fire, bringing these communities closer together.

We cover in this episode -

• How starting a podcast has grown Patrick's community and business.
• How to capture great podcast recordings on a budget.
• Patrick's approach to podcast production that enables him to produce very high-quality episodes in less time.
• When is it appropriate to launch a second podcast?
• Strategic tips for monetising a podcast within a relatively small niche.
• Invaluable interview prep tips you may never have heard before.
• Overcoming imposter syndrome.
• And much more…

Patrick is a fantastic example of a podcaster who's built a podcast for their business
the right way.

LEARN MORE

The Engineering Leadership Podcast - https://sfelc.com/podcasts

CONNECT

Patrick on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/pjgallagher2010/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

How long did it take you to get your first episode out there after you'd decided to start a podcast? For Laurie Wright, it took her much longer than she would have liked, but podcasting has become the best thing she's ever done - for herself, and for her business.

Laurie Wright hosts Living Your Sparked Second Half, she's nearly 400 episodes in and she offers a ton of valuable insight for anyone struggling to get started or for those who aren't feeling like their podcast is enabling them to be their authentic selves.

In this episode, we cover -

• How to push through the overwhelm and get started with your podcast.

• The moment that Laurie knew what her podcast had to be about.

• Laurie's experience of starting a business at 60.

• Laurie's secret to avoiding burnout after publishing nearly 400 episodes.

• Why Laurie renamed her podcast half way through.

• Using a podcast to bring people into your sales funnel.

• Advice for those looking to bring a VA into their workflow.

• And much more

And if you get value from this episode, don't forget to follow on your favourite podcast platform.

LEARN MORE

Living Your Sparked Second Half - https://www.notyouraveragegrandma.com/podcast

CONNECT

Laurie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/not_your_average_grandma/

Laurie on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LaurieColvinWright/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Creating content as a business is no longer a nice to have - it's an essential part of business growth. And that's what Paul Sweeney is using his podcast for, whilst providing an evergreen, go-to resource for entrepreneurs worldwide.

Join me as we dive into the journey of Paul's podcast - The Business Behind Your Business.

In this episode, we uncover the key learnings from Paul's four-year journey so far and tap into Paul's business expertise.

We cover in this episode -

• How to leverage your podcast to grow your business.

• How Paul streamlined his workflow from several days per episode to several hours.

• The difference between a hobby podcast and a business podcast.

• Tips on how to get comfortable with recording yourself.

• Staying on top of your release schedule.

• How to treat your content creation as a business.

• Avoiding podcast burnout.

• And much more…

If you have a business or want to turn your podcast into a business, this episode is for you.

LEARN MORE

The Business Behind Your Business - https://thebusinessbehindyourbusiness.com/

CONNECT

Paul Sweeney on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulsweeneypretium/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

It takes more than finding a niche to get your podcast noticed. In any given niche I can almost guarantee that there'll be a dozen or even hundreds of podcasts sharing your space. 

In this episode, I'm joined by Massimo Zefferino, graphic design agency owner and co-host of The Angry Designer. And he uncovers the elements of your podcast branding and your personal branding that are essential to stand out in a busy podcasting landscape.

In this episode, we cover -

• Podcast branding advice from a graphic design agency owner.

• And how to put together podcast cover art that turns heads.

• How Massimo grew his podcast with true authenticity.

• The keys to creating a magnetic persona as a podcast host.

• How The Angry Designer has amassed a loyal following.

• Building a podcast that you can enjoy creating, that also happens to raise your profile.

• The one thing Massimo wished he'd known from the start.

• And much more…

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from Massimo. He knows what it takes to craft a podcast worthy of a loyal following.

LEARN MORE

The Angry Designer - https://theangrydesigner.com/

The Angry Designer on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/theangrydesignerpodcast/

The Angry Designer on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheAngryDesigner/

CONNECT

Massimo Zefferino on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/massimozefferino/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

In 2020, at the height of the Covid-19 pandemic, over a million new podcasts were launched. Many of those podcasts are no longer active, but Megan Sprinkle's podcast, Vet Life Reimagined is still going from strength to strength.

She's been able to leverage the power of podcasting to raise her profile within her industry, grow her following and bring connecting conversations to a community of veterinary professionals.

We cover in this episode -

• How Megan has leveraged her podcast to become more known in her field.
• How she got one episode in front of 30k+ viewers on YouTube.
• Megan's show notes and title writing tricks.
• The benefits of bringing in out-of-sector guests to your show.
• The schedule Megan uses to ensure she gets an episode out each week.
• Monetising a podcast through YouTube.
• Podcast marketing strategy for professionals.
• And plenty more…

Don't forget to follow Podcasting Amplified for more podcasting insights.

LEARN MORE

Vet Life Reimagined - http://vetlifereimagined.com/

Vet Life Reimagined on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@vetlifereimagined/

New podcasts figure source -
https://www.theguardian.com/media/2023/feb/04/podcasts-in-pivotal-moment-as-n
umber-of-new-shows-drops-by-80

CONNECT

Megan Sprinkle, DVM on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-sprinkle-dvm/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify -
https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts -
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube -
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

If your podcast is on YouTube, or you want to get started with YouTube, what you're going to hear in this episode is absolute gold. 

My guest today has been a YouTuber and a podcaster for over 10 years. Dusty Porter is closing in on 400k YouTube subscribers and hosts the most popular YouTube podcast around - YouTube Creators Hub.

Podcasting and YouTube are very different beasts. But many podcasters just slap their video recordings on YouTube and let it do its thing, hoping it'll get results. There are nuances to growing on YouTube, though, and who better to learn them from than a creator so experienced in both?

We dive deep into the strategies that will help you grow your podcast on YouTube and the major pitfalls to avoid.

We cover in this episode -

• How Dusty grew his podcast to 10s of thousands of downloads per episode.

• How Dusty escaped from a period of "podfading" early in his journey.

• How to benefit from positive and negative feedback and how to collect it.

• The nuances of growing your podcast on YouTube vs. the podcast platforms.

• Insights into what's coming soon to YouTube for podcasters.

• How to make your episodes on YouTube more appealing to browsers.

• Ways to diversify your income as a content creator.

• Guest onboarding strategies for a smooth interview process.

This is a fantastic opportunity to learn from a podcasting veteran and YouTube expert. Don't forget to follow Podcasting Amplified for more podcasting insights.

LEARN MORE

YouTube Creators Hub - https://www.youtubecreatorshub.com/

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0oSeBGNRZ6F0VZUFmZZdAw

Collect podcast reviews - https://www.podrover.com/

CONNECT

Dusty on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/dusty-porter-9454576b/

Dusty on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DustyPorterYT/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

LinkedIn is a powerful tool for building your network and your listener base if that's where your ideal listener spends their time. But simply sharing a single post per week with a direct link to your audio episode isn't going to get you far…

Thando Jacobs, host of Inside Business Analysis, joins me in this episode to share his insights on starting, running and growing an interview podcast in today's podcasting landscape.

He shares his goals for the podcast and how he's benefited from it so far, and we dive deep into LinkedIn marketing pitfalls, and how Thando manages to book half of his guests from inbound requests, after just six months. 

We cover in this episode -

• The networking power of an interview podcast.
• How to stand out from other podcasts within your niche.
• Is video essential for podcasts in 2024?
• Tips on creating clickable, searchable episode titles.
• How to promote your podcast on LinkedIn and start attracting inbound guest requests.
• The common pitfalls people make when marketing their podcast on LinkedIn.
• How to put together a simple recording setup that gets you professional results.
• Making a seasonal podcast work.
• Thando's three, key focuses for his podcast in 2024.

So if you're looking to grow your LinkedIn following and grow your podcast through LinkedIn, this is the perfect episode for you.

LEARN MORE

Inside Business Analysis - https://insidebusinessanalysis.com/

CONNECT

Thando Jacobs on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thandojacobs/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Devin Wagener has a passion for sharing educational content around a topic that's important to his family's heritage. He also understands the commercial potential of a podcast that speaks to a specific audience - especially one that craves more content.

In this episode of Podcasting Amplified, I sit down with Devin, the host of Yerba Power Podcast. Devin was able to create a podcast in a niche that was yet untapped by any other English-speaking podcast. 

He's been able to leverage both his passion for creating educational content around his niche, as well as this gap in the market to start generating downloads in 45 countries and attract the attention of sponsors.

We cover in this episode -

• How Devin has balanced a passion for his niche, with fulfilling the needs of his audience to get off to a successful start with his podcast.
• Reaching out to sponsors and negotiating fair deals.
• Content creation strategies.
• The benefits and challenges of using YouTube as a podcaster.
• The two major tech faux pas that Devin had to deal with. 
• Recording software and microphone options.
• The podcasts that have been most influential to Devin's journey.
• And plenty more…

So listen carefully, there's so much to take away here for any podcaster.

LEARN MORE

Yerba Power Podcast - www.yerbamatepower.com

Answer The Public (for episode ideas) - https://answerthepublic.com/

CONNECT

Devin Wagener on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/devin.wagener/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

These two friends-turned-podcasters managed to find a unique podcast format for their show. And that's a difficult task in today's podcasting landscape. Finding a gap in the market can be hugely rewarding, though.

Each week, musicians Roger Heathers & Declan Kitchener write a brand new song and discuss their songwriting process on The Weekly Song Podcast.

And, in this episode of Podcasting Amplified, they share how they were able to come up with a unique idea and how they've built a loyal following off the back of it.

We also cover -

• The numerous avenues for monetising your podcast.
• How to choose the right sponsors and approach them.
• What it's been like to co-host a podcast as friends.
• The marketing challenges we face as podcasters.
• The art of balancing SEO & readability in your podcast titles.
• The importance and challenges of crafting quality show notes.
• Navigating podcast hosting and distribution.
• And plenty more…

Declan & Roger share a fascinating story of their unique podcast that's worth tuning into for any podcaster.

LEARN MORE
The Weekly Song Podcast - https://soundcloud.com/weeklysongpodcast
The Weekly Song Podcast on Spotify -
https://open.spotify.com/show/5dj0EeCP5fiwoTCIqW4t0R?si=caefc539f6504505
Schnookums - https://schnookums.bandcamp.com/album/attaboy

CONNECT
Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN
Spotify -
https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd
Apple Podcasts -
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934
YouTube -
https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

What were your expectations for your podcast before you started it? Or if you're yet to launch, where do you see it in 5 years' time?

Our guest today didn't have high expectations. She had a message that she wanted to share, a mic and a list of dream guests.

Now, Danusia Malina-Derben's podcasts, School For Mothers and School for Fathers have achieved great success, as has her ten-year-old daughter's podcast, Seraphina Speaks, which Danusia produces.

She joins me on Podcasting Amplified to discuss - 

• How Danusia made her podcasts a success.
• Making a podcast stand out from the crowd.
• Why you should be going after "bigger" guests and how to approach them and get a response.
• How Danusia grew her podcast on a shoestring budget.
• Making your podcast more inclusive and diverse.
• The interview that Danusia didn't want to release and how she dealt with it.
• How to protect yourself as a podcaster.
• What it's been like for Danusia to produce her ten-year-old daughter's podcast.
• The listener demographic that's growing faster than any other.
• And so much more…

So listen carefully, this conversation is packed with inspiration and actionable advice.

LEARN MORE

Enquire about the show - team@parentswhothink.com

School For Mothers - https://www.schoolformothers.com/

School For Fathers - https://schoolforfathers.com/

Seraphina Speaks - https://pod.link/1507568375

CONNECT

Danusia's Website - www.DanusiaMalinaDerben.com

Danusia Malina-Derben on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/danusiamalinaderben/

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Do you ever struggle to book the right guests for your podcast?Or maybe you have more than enough guests, but even the ones with big followings aren't moving the needle.

If this sounds familiar, this is for you.

Alex Sanfilippo, Founder of PodMatch and host of Podcasting Made Simple, joins me to share his expert insights into who you should be booking as a guest, how exactly to get them on board and how to leverage guest appearances to grow your podcast - as well as some top tips for solo podcasters.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• What kinds of guests you should be looking for to grow your podcast.

• How to reach out to guests and not get ignored.

• The hidden reasons why guests say no.

• Which elements to focus on first if you want to improve your podcast

• How to keep guests engaged so they don't ghost you.

• And much more…

LEARN MORE

Joe on Alex's podcast - www.podmatch.com/ep/319 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Alex Sanfilippo on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexsanfilippo/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.

Some new podcasters see interview podcasts as sort of the easy route to a podcast. Just write a list of 15-20 questions, invite some guests and they'll do the rest of the work, right?

Wrong!

There are hundreds of thousands of interview podcasts out there. To stand out from the crowd, and have the impact that you want, you need to be tackling your interviews from a storytelling lens.

And this is exactly what my guest today is doing. I'm Joe Eftihiou, your host, and I'm thrilled to have Helen McGuire, the host of "The D&Igest" joining me today.

In this episode, we cover -

• The wide-ranging benefits of podcasting from content marketing to self-improvement and sharing stories that the world needs to hear.
• Helen's company was acquired by The Access Group this year. How will an acquisition affect the podcast?
• Leveraging existing networks to secure great guests.
• How Helen is able to tell from an email if a guest is right for her podcast.
• Interview tips from a podcaster with a radio background.
• Why you don't need to be on every single social media platform.
• Speeding up your podcast production process.
• And so much more…

Get ready to be inspired by the power of storytelling.

LEARN MORE
The D&Igest on Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/in/podcast/the-d-igest-diversity-inclusion-at-work/id1607041648
The D&Igest on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0FRssDsAUpx1WCbxDfvFoG?si=16274395d63e4117
Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT
Helen McGuire - https://www.linkedin.com/in/helenmcguireme/
Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd&nd=1&dlsi=56f2b40bff854d8f
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqKCTjGuxrB6mQiTihMgBPg

Production by Claricast.

Have you ever been told that you've changed the way someone thinks about
something? Or has anyone changed the way you think about something? It's a
powerful feeling. The connections we can make through podcasting have that power.
And sometimes, we don't even realise how deep of a connection with someone we've
made.

Podcasting has the power to reshape your perceptions, connect you with people in
surprising ways and become a powerful platform for your creative journey.
Podcasters choose to start their podcasts for all sorts of reasons. One of which is for
the opportunity to connect with like-minded people in your space, and also, not so
like-minded people.

I'm your host, Joe Eftihiou, and today I'm thrilled to have Adrian Ramsay, the brilliant
mind behind "Talk Design," on the show.
In this episode, we cover -

• How podcasting can transform lives - of the podcaster themselves, and their
  audience.
• How Adrian has kept the podcast fresh and consistent over ~160 episodes.
  Podcasting as a way to raise one's profile and network.
• Ways to connect with your audience.
• Why we should take time to reflect on the impacts we have as podcasters.
• The story of when Adrian was recognised at an event by a fan of his podcast.
  Podcast monetising methods.
• Getting the most out of your podcast recordings.
• Podcast tech - Zoom vs. dedicated platforms like Zencastr & Riverside.
• And much more…

So, sit back, relax, and enjoy my conversation with Adrian. I'm sure you'll be inspired
by the endless possibilities of podcasting.

LEARN MORE
Talk Design - https://talkdesign.show/
When by Daniel H Pink - https://www.danpink.com/books/when/
Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT
Adrian Ramsay - https://ardesignhouse.com/contact/
Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN
Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd&nd=1&dlsi=56f2b40bff854d8f
Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqKCTjGuxrB6mQiTihMgBPg

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Are you ready to take your podcast to the next level? Do you want to leverage your podcast so that you can achieve your goals? Whether you're a seasoned podcaster looking to grow your show or you're eager to launch your first episode, you're in the right place.

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What is it about an award-winning podcast series that makes it worthy of an award?

Let's find out.

I'm joined by Katie Stokes in this episode, the producer and host of Floating Space.

With just six episodes in the series totalling around an hour and a half, Floating Space has managed to find an audience, get mentioned on national media such as Radio 5 Live and win an International Women's Podcast Award. 

The podcast tackles a pain point that so many of us face today, in a way that's engaging from a narrative and production perspective.

In this episode, you'll discover - 

• What makes an award-winning podcast series award winning?

• How to create a deeply engaging, limited-run narrative series.

• The 80/20 rule of podcast marketing and how to get people excited before the podcast has even launched.

• How to level up your listeners' audio experience with sound effects and music.

• How to get started with applying for awards for your podcast.

• Expert interview tips to make sure your listeners are only getting high value content.

• And much more…

If you'd love to know what goes behind the creation of an award winning podcast, or just a show that truly resonates with people, this episode is a must-listen.

LEARN MORE

Floating Space - https://pod.link/1801213573 

Claricast - https://www.claricast.com

CONNECT

Katie on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kku_sounds/ 

Joe Eftihiou on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/joe-eftihiou/

LISTEN

Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5rdajQ9A1D8an5sBmoAFjR?si=10b5eb9fc21c4bfd

Apple Podcasts - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-amplified/id1714803934

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLZWGTnpapiangKMMvMRFXehPNrgbnAl_z

Production by Claricast.