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How to Get More Listeners in Apple Podcasts (Insider 211)

Discover affordable podcasting gear, listener growth strategies, and exclusive discounts on podcasting gear from David Hooper in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

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Podcasting During the Holidays: Importance of maintaining connections with listeners through podcasting during...

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Your Podcast Sucks! Or Does It?

In this holiday edition of Build a Big Podcast, David Hooper discusses the polarized responses to podcasters' work, emphasizing the importance of evaluating feedback and staying true to your vision.

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Get More Podcast Reviews (Insider 210)

Discover the essential writing framework that can transform your podcasting skills, boost audience engagement, and drive podcast growth in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

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Writing Framework for Podcasters Persuasion, Clarity of Thought, and Idea Generation Tactics for...

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Mental Health for Podcasters

Discover how to enhance your podcasting journey with David Hooper's top tips on guest selection, balancing your time, and perfecting your craft

 in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

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Podcast Growth Strategies Podcast Recording Equipment Mental Health for Podcasters Importance...

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You Don't Need More Gear (Insider 209)

Discover affordable podcasting gear and essential tips for honing your skills in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

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Importance of skill development over equipment acquisition for better podcasting. Inexpensive tool recommendations for podcasting, including alternatives to...

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How to Be a Better Podcast Host (Insider 208)

Learn how to grow your podcast inch by inch with actionable tips on audience engagement, better hosting, and powerful tools in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

Episode Topics

Incremental growth for success Podcast marketing strategies Small steps, big results Hosting and "guest connection" techniques Audience engagement tips

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Episode Timestamps

03:52 Q&A series about podcast growth and improvement 08:13 Evel Knievel toy video gains Instagram traction (and helps my interview) 10:20 When to prioritize audio over video  13:08 How to create a personal connection with podcast listeners 17:49 Automate podcast guest booking  19:28 You're not subscribed? Let's fix that ...

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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 208 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. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more.   ​

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Rejuvenate Your Podcast - Part 2

Discover ten powerful strategies to overcome podcasting ruts, connect authentically with your audience, and rejuvenate your content in this episode of Build a Big Podcast.

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Overcoming ruts and rejuvenating podcasts by changing routines and connecting personally with audiences David Hooper's philosophy on podcasting and varied content delivery to maintain listener engagement Ten strategies to combat podcasting apathy, including personal connections and direct listener interaction Practical tips for engaging listeners in person and experimenting with different podcast formats Emphasis on focusing on strengths in one format to achieve success, akin to the Podcasting Hall of Fame Technological advancements and affordable equipment options for enhancing podcast production Community building around podcasts and the utilization of listener feedback for content improvement

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Revitalize Your Podcast: How to Avoid Burnout and Increase Engagement

Struggling with podcast burnout or apathy? In this episode of Build a Big Podcast, David Hooper shares actionable tips to re-engage with your audience and refresh your content.

in the latest episode of Build a Big Podcast.

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Maintaining podcast momentum Overcoming burnout and apathy The importance of audience engagement Really talking to your listeners Refreshing your podcast content Building a community around your podcast Seeking listener feedback

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How Did You Get That Voiceover Gig? (Insider 207)

Unlock the secrets of voice-over gigs, podcast growth, and insider stories, plus exclusive tools and tips in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

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Voice over opportunities Podcast marketing tips Audience growth strategies Twitter vs. Blue Sky Microphone recommendations Political podcast reach Podcast monetization programs 1. Opening Remarks

Personal anecdotes about voice-over gigs

Audiobooks vs. Commercials

VeggieTales and knockoff of "King of the Hill" experience

Introduction to the podcast's purpose and audience

2. Voice-Over Gigs: How to Get Them

The story of the Budweiser frogs

An ad agency employee gets the gig unexpectedly

The story of the AOL "You've Got Mail" voice

Recording to cassette, wife’s connection to the company

Corona beer holiday commercial

A guitarist hired to whistle instead

Importance of saying yes to opportunities

3. Key Announcements and Housekeeping

Introduction to the podcast's sponsor, Riverside.fm

Features: Studio quality recordings, multi-track recording, AI editing tools

Promo code for listeners: "bigpodcast" for 15% off

Explanation of sound cues used in the episode

4. Blue Sky and Twitter Updates

Blue Sky adds 1,000,000 new users in a week

Creator of Blue Sky is also the creator of Twitter

Comparison to Twitter, user engagement, advice to claim usernames

Mass exodus from Twitter

Austrian Airlines' and The Guardian's creative exits

Use of Tweet Deleter to cleanse old posts

5. Podcasting During Elections

Impact of podcasts in elections

Audience reach statistics for Trump and Harris via podcasts

Trump: 23,500,000 Americans reached

Kamala Harris: 6,400,000 Americans reached

Reflections on podcasting’s reach and specialized audience

6. The Best Microphone for Podcasting

Humorous take on microphone debates among podcasters

Advice on making a cheap mic sound better

Quiet recording environment

Proper distance from the mic

David’s setup: using an Electro-Voice RE20

7. Tribute to Elwood Edwards

Death of Elwood Edwards, the voice of AOL’s "You've Got Mail"

Historical significance of his voice work

Recording on cassette thanks to his wife's suggestion

Other famed voice-over stories

Encouraging listeners to share their voice-over stories

8. Big Podcast AMP

Explanation of Big Podcast AMP program

Goals: Grow podcast audience, increase engagement, monetize skills

Invitation to reach out for personal coaching

9. Closing Remarks and Additional Resources

Classified ads for tools to help podcasters

Book Like a Boss for automating guest booking

AudioPen app for converting thoughts into podcast outlines

Subscription links for the podcast

Links for iPhone, Android, and RSS feed

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 This podcast episode is sponsored by Riverside.fm, offering studio-quality remote recordings, multitrack and text-based editing, AI tools for removing silences and filler words, and creating magic clip highlights 05:56 Share your stories via Mastodon, Blue Sky, or threads. Keep showing up for more opportunities 06:53 Seize opportunities; say yes  11:14 Twitter - Community collapse imminent; prepare to leave soon 13:31 Connect with experts or authors via interviews 17:30 Unexpected success stories

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This episode of Build a Big Podcast is brought to you by Riverside ...​

Riverside is online recording software that makes it easy for podcasters to record studio-quality interviews from anywhere. Try it free and, if you like it, get 15% off any membership plan when you use the code BIGPODCAST.​​

About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 207 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. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more.   ​

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Insider Language = Big Podcast (Insider 206)

In this episode of Build A Big Podcast, dive into the power of insider language, strategies for audience growth, and crucial tips for preventing hearing loss as a podcaster ...

Episode Topics

Insider Language

: Engaging and retaining podcast audience

Audience Building

: Quality followers over quantity

Podcasting Conferences

: Critiques and recommendations for improvement

Hearing Loss

: Risks from frequent headphone use

Monetization

: Big Podcast AMP and diverse income streams

Content Quality

: Emotional impact and engaging delivery

Automated Scheduling

: Streamlining guest booking processes

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Episode Timestamps

00:00 "Belonging" is crucial for podcast growth 04:23 People share podcasts with like-minded insiders 08:51 Expand podcast revenue with diverse skills 10:03 Quality followers - prioritize interaction over quantity 13:09 Quality podcast plus promotion attracts an audience effectively 16:04 Quality audio crucial for overcoming situational disabilities 21:57 "Unconferencing" and attending events even with affordability issues 25:10 Opioid addiction affected his hearing severely ... 25:41 Protect your hearing; fake eardrum may be an option for the future 31:32 Understanding jargon can be difficult for listeners - here is what to do! 35:02 Subscribe and never miss an episode

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This episode of Build a Big Podcast is brought to you by Riverside ...​

Riverside is online recording software that makes it easy for podcasters to record studio-quality interviews from anywhere. Try it free and, if you like it, get 15% off any membership plan when you use the code BIGPODCAST.​​

About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 206 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. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more.   ​

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