Explore every episode of the podcast Simplify Podcasting | Christian Coaches + Business Owners Launching and Leveraging Podcasts in Online Marketing
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| What Happens When You Outgrow Your Podcast? | #323 | 14 May 2026 | 00:22:11 | |
There’s a strange kind of grief that comes from outgrowing something you once prayed would work. Especially when that thing carries your voice. A podcast can absolutely grow your business. Questions like: In this episode, I’m talking about:
I’m also sharing some of the deeper questions I’ve personally been wrestling with behind the mic over the last several months. Because sometimes the hardest part of podcasting isn’t launching a show. Sometimes it’s being honest about whether the version you built still fits the person you’re becoming. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Why Your Podcast Isn’t Making Money (And Where I’m Moving My Content) | #322 | 07 May 2026 | 00:05:29 | |
At recording, I’m staring down the barrel of the “no-episode-in-the-hopper” situation, but for the best reason possible. I’ve been completely consumed by Substack—and the numbers prove why. In less than two months, I’ve generated over $6,000 without the soul-sucking grind of traditional social media. And I'm just getting started. And so are my clients. That's why I'm risking putting a link in the show notes to get your sweet self over there. Here it is. Now go listen to Why Most Business Podcasts Fail (And How to Build a High-Converting Substack Asset Instead) | #4 of the Substack Podcast Studio Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Stop Paying the “Expert Loser’s Tax” in Your Podcast Business: Featuring Tracy Hoth | #321 | 30 Apr 2026 | 00:34:50 | |
Are you tired of feeling like you’re working for your business instead of your business working for you? You know the exact feeling. You sit down at your desk. Coffee in hand. You are ready to record that killer podcast episode or follow up with those hot leads. But then… wait, where did you write down those bullet points? What folder did you save that pitch list under? You start clicking through open Chrome tabs. You search your Google Drive. Your chest tightens. Your cortisol spikes. You spend 30 minutes just looking for the thing you need to do the task. Suddenly, your creative energy - drained -before you even hit record. I call this the Expert Loser’s Tax. It’s the silent, soul-sucking penalty you pay when your genius is buried under digital and physical chaos. It’s costing you clients, time, revenue, and your sanity. My guest today is professional organizer Tracy Hoth, and she is not here to tell you to go to Target and buy more cute plastic bins. (Hallelujah.) We dig into her brilliantly simple S.P.A.C.E. method, the emotional weight of letting go of old systems, and how to finally stop burning out your brain on decision fatigue. In this episode, we’ll cover:
Grab this free training from Tracy: P.S. Speaking of eliminating chaos… if you want to know why I moved my newest show to the least overwhelming platform on the internet, join me Monday, May 4th at 12:15 PM Eastern for a live event on Substack. No shiny object syndrome. Just a real look at how to launch and monetize without the headache. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| The 100-Listener Strategy to Turn Your Podcast Into a Sales Engine | #320 | 23 Apr 2026 | 00:13:45 | |
You don't need to sell mattresses on your podcast. The idea that you need massive ad revenue or a “buy me a coffee” link to monetize is the exact myth keeping brilliant business owners broke. In this episode of Simplify Podcasting, I’m putting my recovered-CPA hat on to break down the cold, hard math between direct and indirect income. Because if you want to make actual money podcasting, you need to know the difference. Listen to me: Relying on skipped ads and local sponsorships might buy your groceries, but they aren’t paying your mortgage. If you want to turn your show into an automated client acquisition engine, you have to adopt my Core Conviction: Sell your own stuff. Today, we are digging into why you only need 100 loyal listeners to start generating real business revenue, and exactly how to walk those listeners through the 5 crucial stages of the Listener Journey. In this episode, you’ll hear:
Ready to stop burning leads and start making money? Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| I Broke My Own Podcasting Rules: A New Substack Podcast Strategy | #319 | 16 Apr 2026 | 00:16:45 | |
Wait… is it actually possible to collaborate with yourself? Yes, sweet podcasting fried, yes, it is. Confession time: I haven’t been entirely unfaithful to my social media platforms lately… but I have absolutely been giving them the cold shoulder. And..It feels spectacular!
After five years plus of running this podcast, I gave myself permission to get curious again. I ditched some of the rules of what we're "supposed to do" and went all-in on Substack to launch something brand new. But here’s the intriguing part: I completely broke my own strict podcast launch protocols to do it. (I know. The audacity.) In this unique “self-collaboration” episode, I'm dropping a direct segment from my new audio project. I’m sharing why Substack is the ultimate high-trust playground for elite experts and podcasters, and the specific, cardinal rule I blatantly violated when I hit “publish.” Inside, we’re unpacking:
Every single day you delay fixing your podcast strategy is another day you are trapped competing in an exhausting, low-return rat race. You have elite expertise. It is time your audio did the heavy lifting for your business. The Rule-Breaking Substack Episode Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Starting a Podcast? Your Permission Slip to Skip Video & Keep It Simple | #318 | 09 Apr 2026 | 00:23:21 | |
The Big Questions That Keep New Podcasters Stuck: Every week, I have similar conversations with prospective podcast clients. They come to me with a massive list of “to-dos” and a whole lot of overwhelm from the pressure to do way more than necessary to launch. And every single week, my answer is the same: You’re overcomplicating it. Podcasting shouldn’t add twenty hours of work to your week. It should be a high-leverage tool that turns listeners into leads. In this episode, we're stripping away the “shoulds”—like the pressure to do video—and answering the most common questions I get from people who are ready to launch but tired of the noise. Here's what's inside:
Resources Mentioned:
Related Episodes: Make Money Podcasting Top Podcasters Monetize| #294 \\ Mic to Money| #282 \\ Stop Feeling Awkward Selling| #291 Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Why Your Podcast Isn’t Monetizing: 8 “Professional” Traps Killing Your Conversions | #317 | 02 Apr 2026 | 00:23:26 | |
If I could magically swap your voice on your podcast with someone else's, would anything actually change? Listen, if your voice is replaceable, that means that means YOU are replaceable! I’ve been watching brilliant experts completely water down their genius just to sound “professional.” The result? Episodes that feel sterile, boring, and suspiciously like they were generated by a robot. I’m not necessarily saying you’re using AI to write your episodes, but I am saying you might be falling into the trap of overly polished, perfectly generic podcasting that drives your listeners bonkers. Today, I’m staging an audio intervention. I’m breaking down the 8 subtle traps that make your show feel bland and ignorable, including why your "too perfect" transitions and hypothetical stories are the most dangerous thing you can do for your bottom line. You can't monetize your podcast if you're listeners are bailing from boredom. These 8 traps are actively costing you connection, conversions, and recurring clients. Want specific examples of how to create genuine engagement? 🎤︎︎ Listen to Why Your Podcast Intro is Costing You Thousands (Stop Being the ‘Nice Expert’) | #316 Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Why Your Podcast Intro is Costing You Thousands (Stop Being the ‘Nice Expert’) | #316 | 26 Mar 2026 | 00:14:38 | |
Go pull up your last podcast episode right now and listen to the first 30 seconds. Did you start it with something like: “Hey guys! Welcome back! I’m so excited to be here today!” If you did… ouch. We need to talk. Because you are literally opening the gate and telling your highest-paying clients to turn around and leave. Listen to me: You are bending over backwards trying to be the “nice expert.” You want to be liked. You want to sound friendly and welcoming. And meanwhile, your downloads might be ticking up, but your bank account is completely flat lining. Why? Because high-ticket clients don’t pay thousands of dollars to hire a “friendly podcast host.” They pay to hire an absolute Authority. In this episode, I lovingly call out the BS of the “polite intro.” I’m breaking down the exact 30-second mistake that is tanking your conversions before you even get to the good stuff. I’m going to read you two examples of the exact same episode intro: One that acts as a “Polite Repellent” and one that is a pure “Authority Magnet.” (Wait until you hear how bad the first one is… and then check to see if you’re doing the exact same thing.) In this episode, we’re covering:
Stop being the welcome committee. Start being the Advisor. If you’re ready to see exactly why your intro is costing you thousands in lost revenue, hit play. Then, Get profitable in PRO! Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Confidence in Every Step: Why the Next 90 Days Matter More Than Your Last 12 Months of Content | #315 | 19 Mar 2026 | 00:15:02 | |
Are you exhausted? Like, bone-deep, “if I have to try and go viral on video one more time I’m going to scream” exhausted? Yeah. I see you. The online space has been feeding us a giant, heavy lie: that to have a successful podcast, you need to be EVERYWHERE. That you need the fancy music, the perfectly polished video clips, and that you need to hustle yourself into burnout just to chase a vanity metrics. And you know what that hustle actually does? It completely steals your confidence. You end up frozen in analysis paralysis, or you get caught up tweaking your website for the 47th time this week instead of using your voice for impact. Somewhere along the way, you were sold a version of podcasting that has nothing to do with your voice and everything to do with performance. Be everywhere. And if it’s not working? Try harder. So you do and then you recognize you’re performing for approval. And that? That’s the fastest way to lose your confidence. Today, we are stopping the madness; we need a massive reset on how we approach our shows with the Mic Drop Mastery Method. The Method is NOT vanity centric. It's your invitation to officially ditch the performative, vanity-driven, content-treadmill exhaustion right now. When you get back to the substance-over-style podcasting that connects and converts, your confidence comes back. Start with this episode. If you’re ready to stop performing for algorithms and start stepping confidently into your true message… hit play. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Podcast ROI: 3 Conversion Liabilities Costing You High-Ticket Clients | #314 | 12 Mar 2026 | 00:13:46 | |
You sit 18 inches away from your listener’s heart, but if your podcast isn’t converting, you’re miles away from their wallet. The industry loves to yell at us to take “messy action.” But if you’ve built a successful business and a premium reputation, messy action isn’t marketing, it’s a massive brand liability. Today, I’m taking you inside a luxury, old-world Italian restaurant in Houston to show you exactly what true Authority feels like. Then, we are running a rigorous, no-nonsense Podcast Strategy Audit on your own show. We are dragging three hidden Conversion Liabilities out into the light. These blind spots actively repel your ideal clients, undermine your reputation, and cost you thousands in invisible lost sales. The Big 3 Liabilities:
Remove these liabilities and watch your podcast morph from an expensive vanity project into your most lethal sales asset. Stop winging it, and let’s get to work: 1. Build Your Authority: 2. Pull Up a Chair at My New Table: Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| What To Do When Your Guest Hijacks The Episode: The 5-Minute Framework for High-Impact Interviews | #313 | 05 Mar 2026 | 00:14:41 | |
What if the biggest threat to your podcast isn’t audience fatigue… Not your audio quality. Your lack of command. “Just letting the conversation flow naturally” is the fastest way to kill your podcast monetization. When you surrender control of the interview to a rambling guest, you betray the trust of your listeners. To step into true Mic Drop Mastery, the kind of unquestionable authority that turns a chaotic conversation into a highly leveraged asset, you have to stop playing the passive host and start operating like a strategist. 🎤︎︎ Listen for:
This one is about you taking back the mic. Not to stifle your guest but to protect the mission and monetization of your podcast. Resources Mentioned:
PDF for 5-minute Guest PREP | No opt-in here Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Monetize Podcast Guesting: 6-Step Pitch System & Story Arcs That Convert | Featuring Alex Sanfilippo #312 | 26 Feb 2026 | 00:27:31 | |
Your first 20 episodes felt like throwing spaghetti at the wall. Same for most of us. Alex is back (PodMatch founder, 381+ episodes deep, 2,200+ interviews under his belt) and this time we’re going deeper into this: how to structure episodes people finish, pitch yourself onto shows without becoming inbox spam, and monetize without making your listeners cringe. Oh—and stick around to the end. Alex delivers a mic drop moment that hit every single person in the room. Including me. 🎤︎︎ Mic Drop Goodness Inside: Your First 20 Episodes Aren’t a Waste (they’re data)
Guest Pitching Without the Ick (Alex’s 6-Step Human Framework)
Monetize Your Guest Experience Without Sounding Like a Used Car Salesman
🎤︎︎ The Mic Drop Press play to find out. More goodness with Alex in episode #311 Ready to stop guessing and start implementing? Join us inside the Virtual Podcast School Pro. Join Podmatch for great guesting opportunities. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Behind Closed Doors: Podmatch Founder's Guest Prep and Monetization Playbook | Featuring Alex Sanfilippo #311 | 19 Feb 2026 | 00:37:19 | |
Step inside a private PRO session with the man who built one of the most trusted platforms in podcasting. Alex Sanfilippo doesn’t just match guests and hosts — he’s decoded what works when it comes to standing out, getting booked, and building a podcast that pays. What You’ll Hear: Signature Branding That Sticks
Guesting Like a Pro (Without Unnecessary Roadblocks)
Monetization Patterns That Convert Alex shares his take on dynamic ad insertion that doesn’t annoy listeners. Join Podmatch Meet Alex Sanfilippo Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Dream One Size Bigger - 6 Ways to Expand What’s Possible for Your Podcast | #310 | 12 Feb 2026 | 00:17:10 | |
What if the only thing standing between your podcast and its next level… Not your mic. Your thinking. In this episode, I’m walking you through six shifts that expand your belief as you step into undeniable authority. Because when you settle for what feels reasonable, you cap what’s possible. And most podcasters aren’t stuck because they lack skill. So we need to talk about:
This one is about lifting the ceiling. Not ten feet. The Bigger Picture Podcast growth isn’t about chasing downloads. It’s about building memorability. Referability, and Profitability. When you expand belief, authority follows. Next week: Alex Sanfilippo from PodMatch joins the show. Mentions: John Maxwell Book | OIF Stats accessed 2026 Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Why Experts Feel Invisible Online (Even With Podcast Downloads): How One Woman Broadcaster Commands Authority Signals & Visibility | Dr. Trudy Beerman #309 | 05 Feb 2026 | 00:40:46 | |
What if the reason you’re invisible online has nothing to do with more social posts, downloads, or visibility hacks… and everything to do with missing authority signals? I’m interviewing Dr. Trudy Beerman, CEO and host of Profitable Social Influence TV (PSI TV), and unpacking why credible experts feel ghosted online. Even when they crush it offline. In this conversation, you’ll hear:
You’ll also hear Trudy share what she can’t unsee now that she’s mastered REACHology®—and why her platform finally commands worldwide influence. If you’ve ever thought: “I’m an expert, why doesn’t the internet know it?” Are You a Big Fish Offline and want to be Authoritative Online? If you’re serious about a podcast that builds trust and attracts the right clients (not vanity metrics), DM me on LI or FB. Or email jen@coachjenrogers.com for 1:1 support to launch professionally. Dr. Trudy Beerman’s REACHology® Score here. She's the CEO, Host of PSI TV. Connect with her to to co-create your cornerstone credibility content & share it worldwide. PSI TV is not just a place to be seen, but where niche authority is engineered. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| The Podcasting Myths Ambushing Your Growth & Delaying Your Launch | #308 | 29 Jan 2026 | 00:20:44 | |
If you already have a podcast that isn’t driving the growth or revenue you expected, there’s a good chance one of these myths is quietly ambushing your strategy. And if you’re still deciding whether launching a podcast is the right move for your business, these same myths may be keeping you stuck in indecision. I’m breaking down podcasting myths I see holding entrepreneurs back. It's not because they lack clarity or discipline, but because the advice sounds responsible… and it’s wrong. These beliefs convince people they need:
When you understand the myths, you can make a clear, strategic decision — whether that means refining the podcast you already have or deciding, with confidence, whether podcasting belongs in your business at all. Podcasting can work when:
If you're starting to resent your podcast and questioning whether podcasting is even worth the effort — this episode will help you identify which belief may be running the show. Want to talk it through? 📞Send me a quick voice note and tell me what’s holding you back. I’d love to help you think it through — honestly and strategically. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Podcasting Feels Hard - But Not for the Reason You Think | #307 | 22 Jan 2026 | 00:14:16 | |
Podcasting shouldn’t feel this heavy. And yet there are days when it takes more energy to get started than it should. You sit down to record, and before you even hit record, there’s resistance. Not because you don’t care, but because something feels off. Most podcasters assume that when things feel hard, it’s a motivation problem. Or a consistency problem. Or a discipline problem. I don’t see it that way. (That's why I'm hosting the Podcast Flywheel) In this episode, I’m unpacking what’s happening when podcasting starts to feel like a grind — and why pushing harder almost never fixes it. This isn’t about strategies or systems or doing more. It’s about understanding the quiet thing that erodes belief long before people ever quit. If podcasting has started to feel like heavy maintenance, this conversation is for you. In this episode, I talk about:
This episode isn’t here to hype you up or give you a checklist. It’s here to help you notice what you’ve been pushing through — and what it’s been costing you. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| You Don’t Have a Visibility Problem: The Real Reason Podcasts Don’t Convert | #306 | 15 Jan 2026 | 00:18:35 | |
You can have an audience and still feel frustrated (and underpaid with your podcast). That’s the part most podcast hosts don’t know how to explain and it’s why so many assume they need more visibility, more episodes, or better CTAs. In this episode, I’m reframing that assumption. Because when a podcast isn’t converting, it’s almost never a content problem. I’m unpacking why host/listener proximity* by itself is not enough.. And how even “good” podcasts quietly lose momentum when belief isn’t being carried forward on purpose. This episode is not about tactics. Instead, I’m walking you through:
If you’ve ever thought, “My audience loves me… so why isn’t this working?” By the end of our time together, you’ll have:
You'll also learn about building belief between episodes — If you want to stay in proximity with that level of thinking, I invite you to join my weekly newsletter, Mic Drop Mastery, where I write to you as the CEO of your podcast, not the content creator. And if you’re ready to see how belief actually moves across episodes, I’ll point you to the Podcast Flywheel inside the episode. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Selling Without Feeling Sleazy: How One Client Turned Her Podcast Into a Client Magnet | Patricia Ortega #305 | 08 Jan 2026 | 00:45:00 | |
What if the reason your podcast isn’t converting has nothing to do with consistency, downloads, or your CTA… and everything to do with belief? In today’s episode, I’m interviewing my client, Patricia Ortega, host of the Uncommon Career Podcast, and sharing a behind-the-scenes look at what changed when her podcast stopped feeling heavy, awkward, and salesy — and started generating consistent sales calls. Patricia didn’t need more tactics. She didn’t need another social media strategy or a new funnel. What she needed was clarity — in her messaging, her structure, and the belief journey she was guiding her listeners through. In this conversation, you'll hear:
You’ll also hear Patricia share what she can’t unsee now that she understands how belief-based podcasting works — and why her show finally feels fun, aligned, and effective again. If you’ve ever thought:
…this episode will hit home. Listen not just for what’s said, but for how belief, structure, and authority are modeled throughout the conversation. Patricia is a pro guest! Patricia's LI Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| The Death of the "Consistent" Podcaster: What Really Sells in 2026 | #304 | 01 Jan 2026 | 00:19:37 | |
Are you currently your industry’s best-kept secret? If you’re looking at your bank account and it doesn't match the amount of heart (and hours) you’re pouring into your podcast, you need this episode. It’s January 1st, 2026, and I'm officially retiring the "just be consistent" advice. You with me? Because consistency is a lie if it’s leading you straight to burnout with nothing to show for it but a few "great episode!" comments and a flat P&L. Today, we are doing the work. We’re using a part of my Mic Drop Mastery Method to bridge the gap between where you are and where your dream clients are waiting for you. What’s on the Workbench Today:
The status quo is officially over. Let’s make 2026 the best podcasting year yet! Let’s Get To It: The January Flywheel: Spend 5 hours with me on January 27th and walk away with 90 days of content strategy mapped out. 13 episodes. Zero guesswork. Just revenue-driving momentum. [Grab your Seat!] 🎤Grab your free, no opt-in workbook for this powerful episode! #288 here Evergreen Episodes That Work (The TLC Formula Explained) Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| The Christmas Gift: How to Gain Momentum and Build Your 1,000 Loyal Listeners | #303 | 25 Dec 2025 | 00:22:43 | |
You know that feeling when you’re trying to build something beautiful, but the "chaos" of life and tech just seems to swoop in and crunch your hard work? Maybe it’s a 404 error at 2 AM, or maybe it's just the mental exhaustion of having a brain that never turns off. I call this the Chaos Tax—it’s the price you pay in time and peace when your ideas don't have a framework to live in. If you’re listening to this on Christmas Day, I want you to know: This is not a homework assignment. I’m not here to give you more "to-dos." Instead, I am inviting you into a "What Could Be" list. I want you to hear these 12 Gifts of Mic Drop Mastery as a vision for your 2026—a way to harness your beautiful swirl of ideas into a movement that changes lives, one episode at a time. Inside this episode, we’re unwrapping a vision for: 📌Your Strategic Flywheel: How to create 90 days of content that feels fresh, aligned with your values + goals, and most importantly - CONVERTS. 📌The Power of Connection: Why personally connecting is how real movements are built. Leave the sales pitch at the office. 📌The 10 Commandments of Podcasting: Find the clarity to monetize every single episode with speed. 📌The Gift of Ingenuity: Why your unique quirks, faith, and "X-Factor" are the most important parts of the framework. You don’t have to fix your funnels today. You don’t have to plan your next quarter right now. You do need to give yourself permission to let these ideas marinate in the back of your mind until you're ready to kick it into full gear. If that time is now, that you’re ready to trade chaos for the mastery, the doors to VPS Pro are open. When you're 1 of the first 5 new members, you'll get a sweet flywheel bonus—a $697 value gifted to you to map your 2026 with precision. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| The Real Reason Your Podcast Feels Heavy (And How to Lighten the Load) | #302 | 18 Dec 2025 | 00:18:18 | |
Let me guess. Your podcast doesn’t feel hard exactly. Like every episode requires:
If that’s you, I’ve got good news. You’re not lazy. In this episode, I’m unpacking the real reason podcasting starts to feel exhausting — and spoiler alert: it’s not because you need better ideas or more consistency. (If “just be more consistent” actually worked, none of us would be here.) What’s actually happening is a structural breakdown that impacts us at the nervous system. Here’s what I walk you through:
I also give you something you can do this week — no rebrand, no four-hour planning session, no spiraling required. Find out The Real Reason Your Podcast Feels Heavy (And How to Fix It) in this episode. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Podcast vs. Social Media: Why the Smartest Entrepreneurs Are Shifting Their Strategy | #301 | 11 Dec 2025 | 00:30:07 | |
If you’re tired of posting on social media to try to grow your podcast and feeling strung out from doom scrolling (accidentally), this episode is for you. I’m breaking down why podcasting flips the odds in your favor, how your episodes can stick with listeners, and why chasing likes isn’t the same as building trust. I’ll answer three questions from members of the Virtual Podcast School:
Along the way, I’m sharing stats, insights, and my own lessons from escaping social media burnout—plus small, profitable ways you can leverage your podcast without exhausting yourself. 🎯By the end, you’ll know exactly how to use your podcast as your hub, let social be your distribution, and fire the algorithm for good. Let your podcast do the heavy lifting… and reclaim your time, your energy, and your sanity. Featured in today's episode: Mary's The Sexual Wholeness Revival Stephanie Connect Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Why ‘Just Be Consistent’ is a Big Fat Podcasting Lie — How to Grow, Influence, and Monetize Your Show | #300 | 04 Dec 2025 | 00:28:40 | |
You’ve been consistent. You’ve shown up. You’ve posted episode after episode. And yet… it still feels like your podcast isn’t reaching the impact you hoped for. After 300 episodes, I’ve noticed the patterns that trip up even experienced podcasters: consistency alone doesn’t grow your audience, influence your listeners, or monetize your show. In this episode, I’ll share shifts that turn effort into results, presence into impact, and a podcast that’s just ‘out there’ into one that connects, converts, and drives profit. If you’re ready to stop releasing episodes just because someone, somewhere said to, you’re in the right place. Listen to begin creating episodes that truly grow, influence, and monetize. I’ll share practical insights, a few laughs, and a fresh perspective on what’s working now in podcasting. 🔗️Content Creation for Podcasters - Workshop Mini Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Critical 5-Step Podcast Tune-Up to Monetize - for Podcast Pivots, Rebrands, Relaunches | #299 | 27 Nov 2025 | 00:22:41 | |
I’ve seen enough Black Friday chaos to last a lifetime. Long lines, overnight tenting *gasp*, and grown adults wrestling over TVs. Listen, frenzy might sell gadgets, but it doesn’t build trust. Podcasting is the same. You don’t need hype to grow; you need strategy that sticks. In this episode of Simplify Podcasting, I’m sharing five things every podcaster should consider — whether you’re launching, relaunching, or just want to make your show work smarter. You’ll learn how to:
Listen for strategies to serve first and sell second...so you can monetize every episode. No Black Friday Frenzy Required. If you’re ready to monetize every episode without burning out, come join us and GO PRO! Don't be a🦃and miss this special invite to monetize with speed! Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Podcast Guesting Etiquette: Protect Your Content Without Killing the Collaboration: Client Q+A | #298 | 20 Nov 2025 | 00:25:33 | |
This one’s a total blast! I promise you’ll laugh, learn, and walk away with a few “oh dang, that’s good” moments. I'm chatting with one of my private launch clients and dear friends, Misty Hughes, host of Mom~2~Mom Mentoring. We dive into everything from naming your coaching method, like The Mic Drop Mastery Method, why it matters for your brand and how to protect your content while still creating collaboration and connection. All with the goal of keeping your podcast fresh, fun, and full of purpose. Misty shares what she’s learned through hosting guests on her podcast — from insights about adult ADHD, mother–daughter relationships, and the unique challenges pastors’ wives face — to how she keeps her show rooted in faith, purpose, and joy. I share a few behind-the-scenes strategies for protecting your content, building systems that save your sanity, and using tools to make your workflow smoother (and actually enjoyable again). If you’re ready to simplify podcasting, grow your influence, and fall back in love with your microphone, this episode is the spark you need to light that fire again. ⏯Press Play and Let's Go! Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| From Idea to First Episode: How to Launch Your Podcast Without Overthinking | #297 | 13 Nov 2025 | 00:25:59 | |
Thinking about starting a podcast but have no idea where to begin? I hear you! I’m Jen Rogers, Founder of the Virtual Podcast School, and in this episode, I answer the most common beginner questions entrepreneurs ask before launching:
I’ll walk you through simple, actionable steps to go from idea to first episode without overthinking or burning a bunch of dollars on equipment you don't need. If you’re ready to finally launch your podcast with clarity, confidence, and a strategy that works, this episode is for you. Links & Resources: 🎙 Book a call: https://call.thevirtualpodcastschool.com/scheduling-call how to start a podcast, podcast launch for beginners, Christian entrepreneur podcast, podcast tips for business, podcast equipment for beginners, launch a profitable podcast Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Podcast Strategy Reset: How to Get Back on Track and Convert Every Episode | # 296 | 06 Nov 2025 | 00:11:03 | |
Feeling stuck with your podcast? In this episode, I share how you can reset your content strategy, regain confidence over your workflow, and plan episodes that convert...without burning out. Listen, I’ve been there. The "there" where >> your podcast plan feels heavy >> your episodes aren’t landing >> you’re starting to dread recording... In this episode, I share how to recognize when your strategy is off, reset with purpose, and start creating episodes that actually convert. All without burning out. Key references in this episode: #271 here | Wiki reference Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Break These 4 Podcast Beliefs Before They Sabotage Your Growth | #295 | 30 Oct 2025 | 00:15:22 | |
Have you ever poured your heart into your podcast and wondered why it’s not growing? Are you feeling stuck, like no matter how many episodes you publish or how good your content is, the results just don’t show up? I’ve noticed so many podcasters working harder than ever yet still getting no traction - and they're ready to quit this podcasting thing. (Podmatch runs a monthly report that proves this true - more than 90% quit after just a few episodes.) In this episode, I share four common beliefs that quietly keep podcasters playing small. The beliefs that can sabotage your podcast growth without you even realizing it. There's something that happened to me as a kid that that shaped my mindset for years, and how that same kind of thinking shows up in podcasting today. If you’re ready to challenge what’s holding you back and start stepping into the podcast growth you’ve been chasing, this episode is for you. 🚀And if you're ready to grow in community and profits, Go Pro, Podcaster. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| What Top Podcasters Repeat to Monetize Their Shows | #294 | 23 Oct 2025 | 00:22:26 | |
📢Listen in for an irresistible offer so you can become memorable, referable, and profitable! This episode gives a behind-the-scenes look at how repeating the right things on your podcast can consistently grow your influence, referrals, and revenue. Using Mic Drop Mastery - the newsletter soon to become a podcast - as an example, you’ll hear how to structure your content so every episod ✓ serves your audience ✓ keeps them engaged and ✓ naturally leads them toward your offers. When you lean into your core pillars, skill-building, and authentic values you become more trustworthy because of your authenticity and clarity. You do need to repeat yourself...with intentional repetition designed to prevent you from burning out. If podcasting has felt really heavy and your show isn't performing the way you'd like, this episode gives you clarity and strategy to repeat what matters, grow your audience, and start monetizing with intention. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Podcast Not Making Money? Here’s Why (and How to Fix It) | #293 | 16 Oct 2025 | 00:28:22 | |
Are you frustrated that your podcast isn’t delivering the results you know it could? Then it’s time for a Podcaster Health Checkup, the first critical step every serious podcaster must take before doing anything else. In this episode, we uncover where your episodes may be leaking authority, audience, and revenue and how to fix it. Skip this, and all your effort could be wasted. I break down the fundamentals you need to evaluate first: your content alignment, audience engagement, and how well your episodes tie to your business offers. This health check gives you clarity, but here’s the key: it’s the beginning. To turn your podcast into a lead-generating, revenue machine, you’ll need to: Whether you’re a coach, consultant, or service provider, this episode is your wake-up call. If you do the work in this episode, you’ll have a clear snapshot of your show’s health and know exactly where to focus first so that every episode you create actually builds authority, grows your audience, and generates income. Don’t waste another episode, start here. Next steps: Go PRO here Mentioned in this episode: Evergreen Episodes That Actually Work (The TLC Formula Explained) | #288 Go Pro: Strategy, Structure & Support to Monetize Your Podcast | #292 Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Go Pro: Strategy, Structure & Support to Monetize Your Podcast | #292 | 09 Oct 2025 | 00:20:17 | |
Your podcast should be irresistible to your audience. Is it more "Meh" than "Cha-ching"? I’m not a pumpkin spice latte kind of girl...but I am drooling over pumpkin pie with flaky crust and whipped cream. And just like that pie, your podcast should be irresistible to your audience… but let’s be real...if you’re still spinning your wheels 10 months into 2025, your episodes might be more “meh” than “cha-ching.” In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the three S’s that most podcasters are missing: Strategy, Structure, and Support. You’ll learn how to:
No more guessing, no more random tips, no more pod fade. If you’re ready to stop pouring hours (and money) into a podcast that doesn’t deliver, grab your notebook, take action fast, and let’s go pro together. If you know you need support for your strategy and structure, it's time to Go PRO. Find out more here. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Stop Feeling Awkward Selling On Your Podcast: Here's How Featuring Jane Garee | #291 | 02 Oct 2025 | 00:45:21 | |
Most entrepreneurs dread sales because it feels pushy, awkward, or like you’re begging for business. But what if sales was actually the most life-giving skill you could learn? In this episode, I sit down with Jane Garee, the sales strategist for the non-sales person, to unpack how selling can be simple, natural, and even joyful. Jane shares her Trifecta of Sales framework, the 3 Rs that make content convert, and why sales isn’t just a business skill… it’s a life skill that creates ripple effects everywhere. Inside this conversation, you’ll discover:
If you’ve ever felt stuck, stressed, or second-guessing when it comes to sales, Jane’s insights will shift the way you experience sales forever. Grab a pen and paper! You'll need it! Grab Jane's The 7 Sales Stressors ebook here. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Lead Generation That Works: Here's What You Must Do Now | #290 | 25 Sep 2025 | 00:29:09 | |
Lead generation isn’t just a marketing buzzword; lead gen is the heartbeat of your business. And here’s wisdom you need most right now: if you say you can’t, you must. In this episode of Simplify Podcasting, I’m joined by my hunka-hunka Bill Rogers to break down what real life lead generation that works looks like. Forget cold algorithms, funnels, and AI scripts. We must build authentic relationships, show up in the right rooms, and create connections that close the trust gap and lead to conversion. We dive into:
Here’s the big takeaway: people hire people. If you want to monetize your podcast, grow your business, and stand out in a saturated market, you can’t just rely on automation, you must invest in showing up, speaking up, and connecting with real people. Ready to simplify your podcast and turn it into a lead-generating asset? And if you’re ready to scale faster IN THE RIGHT PODCAST ROOM, join the waitlist for Virtual Podcast School Pro: coachjenrogers.com/pro Because lead generation that works doesn’t come from robots. it comes from you. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Obedience in Podcasting in the Midst of Crisis | #289 | 18 Sep 2025 | 00:09:51 | |
And let us not grow weary in doing good, for in due season we will reap, if we do not give up. Galatians 6:9 There are seasons when the world feels unbearably heavy, and the microphone in front of us feels like too much. Yet it is in these very moments that obedience to our calling as podcasters matters most. In this episode, I want to gently encourage you to keep podcasting. Your voice is a vessel God has entrusted to proclaim the gospel. Podcasting is not simply about growth or numbers; it is about faithfulness. It is about trusting that even the smallest offering can be used by God for eternal impact. If you are weary or uncertain, I pray this message reminds you that your voice is influential, your obedience matters, and the Lord will use it to reach hearts you may never see this side of heaven. If you don't know Jesus, message me to hear about his love for you and his desire for you to come to him. #charliekirk #standfirm #christianpodcasters #mustardseed Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Evergreen Episodes That Actually Work (The TLC Formula Explained) | #288 | 11 Sep 2025 | 00:17:52 | |
Are your podcast episodes getting all the attention they deserve? Is your evergreen content converting well for you? In this episode, I break down the secret behind episodes that get downloaded again and again, year after year. You’ll discover:
I’ll also share subtle strategies for creating episodes that serve your audience AND your business goals. If you’re ready to start creating content that becomes an asset with a very long, evergreen life, builds trust, authority, and long-term impact, this episode is for you. Listen now and start turning your episodes into evergreen, converting assets. If you want the fast track to evergreen, book your first power hour with me. Book here: https://www.coachjenrogers.com/powerhours More help mentioned in today’s show: Are You Breaking Podcasting Rule Number 1 | #287 The Secret to Talking About Your Business on Podcasts | #286 Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Are You Breaking Podcasting Rule Number 1 (And Losing Listeners?) | #287 | 04 Sep 2025 | 00:20:47 | |
Struggling to grow your podcast audience or keep listeners coming back? Let's walk through a self-assessment that will help you uncover whether your show is engaging… or accidentally turning people off. From episode titles and cover art to the way you hook listeners in the first three minutes, we’ll review the essentials that make the difference between a podcast that gets skipped and one that builds loyal fans. Think of it like a reality check -- done in love -- that will help you get clear on how your podcast is showing up right now and what small tweaks can keep you from losing listeners. And if you already know you’ve been looking at your podcast through rose-colored glasses, I’m offering Podcast Audits to help you spot blind spots and fix them so you can monetize before 2025 comes to a close. Grab the link in the show notes or email me at jen@coachjenrogers.com to secure yours or book your podcast audit here. Related: #263 Why Your Podcast Content Isn’t Working (and What to Build Instead) Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| The Secret to Talking About Your Business on Podcasts | #286 | 28 Aug 2025 | 00:22:06 | |
What to Say on a Podcast (So People Lean In) Because the right words on a podcast can open doors faster than any marketing tactic. Ever stumble over your words when someone asks what you do? Or, you experience that awkward transfer of the microphone? In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful teaching I first gave inside Maria Fontana’s Salon Business School - and now I’m bringing it straight to you. I’ll show you why the way you talk about your business matters just as much as what you actually do, and how to reframe your words so people lean in and say, ‘Tell me more.’ If you’ve ever felt like your story gets lost or your value is hard to explain, this conversation will help you find your voice - and grow your business with it. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Hacking Isn’t the Fast Track to Scaling Your Podcast; Become Scalable Instead | #285 | 21 Aug 2025 | 00:17:20 | |
Ready to get brutally honest about your podcast and how it is performing? You’ll learn the five areas every podcaster must assess: · Pretty: how it looks and sounds and feels · Punchy: the impact and energy it delivers · Prose: the quality of your words and flow · Product: how it ties into your offers If you’re ready to move beyond just showing up and start scaling with intention, this episode is for you. I also share how you can join my community of podcasters and get support as you level up. I was 942 seconds into The Science of Scaling when I hit pause. Missed what happened next? Listen to #283 here. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Command the Room. Command the Mic. Command the Market. Jen Rogers with Tania Khazaal | #284 | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:47:42 | |
Command the Room. Command the Mic. Command the Market. You already know you’re called. You already know you’ve been entrusted with influence. The real question is - are you stewarding it at full capacity? In this episode, I sit down with Tania Khazaal, a powerhouse leader who went from rock-bottom circumstances to building a thriving, purpose-driven 7-figure business. Tania equips women to reclaim their God-given voice, vision, and authority. We’re not talking theory or hype; we’re talking about the often messy process of aligning your business, your platform, and your personal life without compromising your call. Tania shares insights on: · Leveraging your story as a strategic asset to grow your reach and revenue. · Aligning your podcast and business with the calling God’s already placed in you. · The myth of “balance” and why high-level leaders operate in alignment instead. · Generosity as a business growth strategy in a market where trust is currency. · The mindset and operational shifts that turn influence into sustained profitability.
You don’t need to compartmentalize your faith, your business, and your platform. Your business must be memorable, referrable, and influential to grow both the Kingdom and your bottom line. DM Tania "CEO ROGERS" on Insta for your gift! Power Pillar Audio series here. Learn more Tania's coaching She's in Power Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Innovate. Don’t Imitate. How Disruption Actually Scales a Business | #283 | 07 Aug 2025 | 00:18:14 | |
I was 942 seconds into The Science of Scaling when I hit pause. Not because I was bored. I realized I had to stop and re-evaluate everything I’d written down for 2026 gaols that started for me this August. In this episode, I’m not giving you another podcasting tip. I’m challenging you to audit your goals, your positioning, and how you’re showing up on the mic. Here’s what I’m sharing:
This is a conversation about strategic audacity. We're not talking about volume, vanity metrics, and cookie-cutter podcast playbooks. If you’re using podcasting as a thought leadership engine (not just a content channel), this episode is for you. Want real-time feedback from other founders building in real time? 📅 Want my eyes (and brain) on your goals, guest strategy, or monetization model? Book a private Power Hour: www.coachjenrogers.com/powerhours Content isn’t king. Alignment is. Disruption is how we scale. Referenced: Benjamin Hardy Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Mic to Money: Which Podcaster Persona Are You...The Artist, the Angel, or the Accountant? | #282 | 31 Jul 2025 | 00:23:22 | |
You don’t need a million downloads to monetize - but you do need to know who you are behind the mic. In this episode, I’m breaking down the three types of podcasters I see over and over again (and maybe you’ll see yourself too): The Artist, The Angel, and The Accountant. Each brings something powerful. And each can sabotage your show’s success without the right plan. I’m also sharing real-world ways podcasters earn income at different stages, plus a few myths that need to be retired once and for all. If you’ve ever wondered why it feels so hard to monetize, this conversation will feel like a mirror and a map. Let's rock and roll! Data from Fourthwall + Castmagic Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Ask Jen: Should You Even Start a Podcast? A Coaching Deep-Dive with Anita Čavrag | #281 | 24 Jul 2025 | 00:12:43 | |
If Part 1 (EP 280) was the "should I even start a podcast?" conversation, this is where we map out what it's going to take to succeed and monetize - without burning out. Still deciding if podcasting is the right move or the right time? This episode gives you the checklist most people skip before they ever hit record. In Part 2 of my live coaching session with Anita, we wrap up our conversation by getting into the common traps and costly distractions most new podcasters fall into. (Spoiler: It’s not about your mic.) I walk through:
Anita said something I loved: “Podcasting could be a great addition… People can actually get a sense of your energy before they ever book a session.”Exactly. Your podcast can scale when you say yes to podcasting with intention. Join THE 90-MINUTE GET-IT-DONE PROFITABLE PODCAST MASTERCLASS and learn how to use your episodes as a money-generating asset. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Ask Jen: Should You Even Start a Podcast? A Coaching Deep-Dive with Anita Čavrag | #280 | 24 Jul 2025 | 00:43:41 | |
Thinking about launching a podcast but not sure if it’s a smart move or just more content chaos? In this strategy-packed coaching session, I'll help transformational coach Anita evaluate if podcasting fits her business model, her message, and her season of life. This isn’t a hype session. It’s the kind of conversation seasoned entrepreneurs wish they’d had before sinking hours into a mic with no plan. You'll learn:
This is the turning point conversation for anyone stuck in decision fatigue around content, visibility, and lead gen. Want to build a podcasting strategy that actually monetizes? Join THE 90-MINUTE GET-IT-DONE PROFITABLE PODCAST MASTERCLASS and learn how to use your episodes as a money-generating asset. Don’t miss Part 2 (EP 281) where we break down the biggest podcasting mistakes and how to avoid them before you buy that swanky microphone. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| 7 Mindset Shifts to Turn Your Podcast From Struggle to a Profitable Strategy | #279 | 17 Jul 2025 | 00:20:55 | |
Where are you as a podcaster? At the beginning? In the messy middle of podcasting? I dare say, unless you hang it up, you're never at the end! The messy middle is that challenging season where motivation dips, results lag, and doubt creeps in. Here’s the game changer: God is not absent in the middle; He’s working through it to prepare you, offer grace, and align your purpose. If you want your podcast to truly grow your business and not drain your energy, it’s time to shift your mindset from hustle to strategy. I’ll walk you through seven crucial mindset shifts every entrepreneur needs to lean into to turn their podcast into a powerful leadership platform - and reveal how smart preparation can position you for success and profits. Ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building a podcast ecosystem that drives real ROI? Let's Go! Plus, I’m opening the waitlist for a new masterclass designed to help you prep like a CEO and scale your show for impact and income. Get on the waitlist! Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Stop Publishing, Start Converting: Build Your Podcast Ecosystem | #278 | 10 Jul 2025 | 00:24:18 | |
Sign up for the Podcast Ecosystem Masterclass - Live with Jen! Just because you’re consistent doesn’t mean your podcast is working. If your show isn’t bringing in leads, building real trust, or supporting your offers, it’s not a content problem. It’s an ecosystem problem. In this episode, I’m breaking down the real reason most podcasts stall, fade, or flop - and the 5-part ecosystem you need to make sure yours doesn’t. This isn’t about adding more episodes. It’s about building a strategy that finally makes your voice work with your business, not against your bandwidth. ✏️Grab your writing gear! This episode will get you thinking differently and taking action right now. 💾Download the Podcast Ecosystem Audit Checklist here (no opt-in) 🎥Watch the replay in the Virtual Podcast School
Want in early? Want to build the system that supports your message, your momentum, and your monetization? 👉 Join the waitlist here. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Why Most Guest Pitches Get Deleted (and How to Fix Yours) | #277 | 03 Jul 2025 | 00:17:09 | |
Guesting on podcasts isn’t optional anymore... Not if you’re serious about growing your business. Today I’m walking you through four things you need to be thinking about before you pitch another podcast. These aren’t hacks or templates. They’re foundational for getting booked on aligned, complementary shows, the kind of interviews that actually grow your authority, not just your download count. I’m not walking through all seven guesting building blocks from the guide, but I am sharing four concepts to sharpen your strategy and save you time in your outreach. If you’re pitching, guesting, or thinking about adding podcast interviews into your marketing plan—this is where you start. 🎤︎︎ How to know if a show is even worth pitching 🎤︎︎ The mistake most guests make that gets their pitch ignored 🎤︎︎ Why guesting is more than visibility - it’s about being valuable We're covering guesting LIVE inside the Virtual Podcast School. Are you in here yet? Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Podcast Strategy Can Wait - But This Can’t | #276 | 26 Jun 2025 | 00:12:40 | |
Do you read books just to hit a number each year? Or do you soak in a select few so you can implement, implement, implement? When I hit record this week with my neatly outlined episode, I sensed something was... off. The timing didn’t feel right, but I couldn’t put my finger on why. And then it hit me. I knew I had to pause the power-packed guesting episode I had planned (don’t worry - it’s coming next week). Because sometimes your perfectly mapped-out plan gets hijacked. And by hijacked, I mean gently, yet unmistakably, redirected by God. If your podcast (and business) feel strung out on tactics and starving for purpose, lean in. I’m sharing the detour He walked me through -- a detour that pulled me back to the foundation of why I even grabbed the mic in the first place. I’m confronting a few excuses I didn’t realize I was still hiding behind… and offering you a challenge that could flip the whole second half of your 2025. (P.S. Stay to the end; I tease next week’s play-by-play on turning guest spots into revenue streams...because purpose and profit can absolutely share a mic.) Recommended Read: Anointed for Business - Ed Silvoso Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Can You Make Money the Boring Way? | The Podcast Productivity Hack No One Talks About | #275 | 19 Jun 2025 | 00:20:55 | |
What if the secret to a successful, profitable podcast isn’t more hustle... but boredom? Let's dive into a counterintuitive but powerful idea: intentional boredom. It sounds strange, but it just might be the missing piece in your podcasting monetizing and productivity strategy. Drawing from insights in Cal Newport’s DEEP WORK, I’ll walk you through how boredom can sharpen your thinking, fuel your creativity, and help you finally cut through the noise. Here’s what you’ll learn:
This isn’t about working harder. It’s about working deeper. If you're tired of chasing trends and ready to create episodes that truly convert, this conversation will change the way you think. We go in-depth on money-making strategies inside the Virtual Podcast School. Join me for live sessions, strategy, and support to keep your podcast growing without burning out. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||
| Why Shortcut Podcasting Kills Conversion (and What to Do Instead) | #274 | 12 Jun 2025 | 00:19:42 | |
You’ve probably heard it before: “Just batch 12 episodes and launch messy.” Is your podcast a strategic business asset… or just a never-ending to-do? Inside, we unpack:
If you're tired of podcasting that feels more like hustle than legacy-building, this one’s for you. Plus: I'll share what it means to go live, get flexible, and speak to the people already waving their green flag. Subscribe to my new show, The Substack Podcast Studio! There's too much revenue on the line to podcast small. Book a complimentary consult (serious investors only). Jump in with Jen for 1:1 Private coaching https://thevirtualpodcastschool.com/podcastcoaching If you're not monetized, you need the Podcast Health Checkup to see what’s not working, what’s missing, and what’s holding your growth back. Not Sure Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing? 📌Recommends (affiliate) 🎯buzzsprout 🎯descript 🎯podmatch 📞Ask me your Question or Get Featured! Ask Jen Anything Be anxious for nothing; but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgi... | |||