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January 8, 2022

When Your Voice is Sexier Than Your Face (Big Podcast Insider - Issue 58)

This is the audio companion to Issue 58 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: New Year, New Podcast? Get real... Ryan Reynolds voice may be sexier than his face – at the very least, it sells more... 7 things you can do to make this the best year for your podcast A time management trick for podcasters that you an implement right now The 1944 CIA manual that will help you grow your podcast The "Netflix Test" – Use this on your podcast Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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Published on January 08, 2022 21:22

Big Podcast Insider - Issue 58

This is the audio companion to Issue 58 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: New Year, New Podcast? Get real... Ryan Reynolds voice may be sexier than his face – at the very least, it sells more... 7 things you can do to make this the best year for your podcast A time management trick for podcasters that you an implement right now The 1944 CIA manual that will help you grow your podcast The "Netflix Test" – Use this on your podcast   Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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Published on January 08, 2022 21:22

December 27, 2021

Podcasting Lessons from a 911 Operator w/ Brandon Hall

After over a year of ZERO in-person interviews, I jumped back in working on a new project that took me various "studio" situations, including living rooms, front porches, and offices.

I was surprised at how intense it was.

Maybe it was that unknown element of COVID that made me wonder If I'd ever be able to safely do an in-person interview again. Or maybe that fact that it wasn't really safe to do it at all, even with vaccines and masks. Or maybe it was simply that I was dealing with some very heavy subjects, like murder, sex work, drug addiction, racism, and homelessness.

I reached out to Brandon Hall of the true crime podcast, Music City 911, to talk about his experience taking 911 calls and how he keeps grounded in intense and emotinal situations. And that's just one of the topics covered on this episode. 

Topics: Taking control of an interview When guests are booked on "the wrong show" Empathy and interviewing Getting emotionally involved with guests How to really help your listeners (and your guests) Learning how to be an effective podcaster Promoting your podcast What topics are really important? How to keep a guest on topic Keeping calm during tense situations in the studio Being confident on the mic Links To Things We Talk About: Music City 911
         
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Published on December 27, 2021 03:32

December 21, 2021

KCRW "Radio Race" Experience (and Lessons) w/ Scott Wen

A few episodes ago, I talked about my experience with KCRW's Radio Race, a 24-hour "contest" where participants produce four-minute radio segments based on the same brief.

In this episode, I talk with Scott Wen, who co-produced one the contest's finalists, The Persimmon Tree.

Topics: What to do when you do an interview that you can't use (or don't want to use) Getting ideas for radio segments Working with a team/partner Using non-English languages on an English radio station Keeping guests on track during interviews Competition in radio (and how to look at it) Comparing yourself to other podcasters and radio journalists Using your non-podcasting skills to make a podcast What to do when your first (or second...or sometimes your third) idea doesn't work out Links To Things We Talk About: KCRW's Radio Race Round Breaking Podcast David Gonzalez Music
         
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Published on December 21, 2021 06:17

December 19, 2021

Time to Quit Your Podcast? (Big Podcast Insider - Issue 57)

This is the audio companion to Issue 57 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: When is it time to quit your podcast? Breaking the Law (and Getting Caught) The Best Time to Post on Instagram Want to Build a Strong Podcast Brand? Here Are 8 Strategies... Double Your Podcast Audience for $49?! Your Podcast Could "Steal" These Advertisers Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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Published on December 19, 2021 16:38

Big Podcast Insider - Issue 57

This is the audio companion to Issue 57 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: When is it time to quit your podcast? Breaking the Law (and Getting Caught) The Best Time to Post on Instagram Want to Build a Strong Podcast Brand? Here Are 8 Strategies... Double Your Podcast Audience for $49?! Your Podcast Could "Steal" These Advertisers Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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December 10, 2021

Writing Opportunities for Podcasters (Big Podcast Insider - Issue 56)

This is the audio companion to Issue 56 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: The step-by-step processes to write for top-tier pulications like Entrepreneur, Forbes, and Fast Company How to get the most out of Twitter Email is not dead – I learned this the hard way! Why your podcast should have a newsletter (and where to go to do it on the cheap) How to be a better writer Content curation for podcasts (and more) Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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Published on December 10, 2021 18:38

Big Podcast Insider - Issue 56

This is the audio companion to Issue 56 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: The step-by-step processes to write for top-tier pulications like Entrepreneur, Forbes, and Fast Company How to get the most out of Twitter Email is not dead – I learned this the hard way! Why your podcast should have a newsletter (and where to go to do it on the cheap) How to be a better writer Content curation for podcasts (and more) Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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Published on December 10, 2021 18:38

December 3, 2021

Recurring Revenue for Podcasters (Big Podcast Insider - Issue 55)

This is the audio companion to Issue 55 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: Recurring revenue for your podcast that goes beyond Patreon or advertising A podcast award opportunity Why your social media and podcast downloads are slowing down this month The "Mystery Box" marketing strategy How to get promoted on Apple Podcasts Podcast marketing lessons from Banksy 14 steps to $1.3M in revenue Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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Published on December 03, 2021 17:48

Big Podcast Insider - Issue 55

This is the audio companion to Issue 55 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go.   Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, consider subscribing – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time. Topics: Recurring revenue for your podcast that goes beyond Patreon or advertising A podcast award opportunity Why your social media and podcast downloads are slowing down this month The "Mystery Box" marketing strategy How to get promoted on Apple Podcasts Podcast marketing lessons from Banksy 14 steps to $1.3M in revenue Links To Things I Talk About: Big Podcast Insider - Podcasting Newsletter
         
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Published on December 03, 2021 17:48

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