Episode 864

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31st Jan 2023

Six Reasons Your Podcast Isn't Growing.

In today's episode of The School of Podcasting, I recount my experience at Podfest which was attended by many new faces. I share my conversation with the host of The Accidental Swingers, a podcast discussing non-exclusive relationships. I also discuss Cinemaker, a Mac-only video recording program for video interviews. Lastly, podcast hosts announced updates at Podfest. I also share my presentation.

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In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. Uncovering the secret to getting guests to share your episode. 2. Exploring the new podcast hosting technology available. 3. Examining the ingredients of a good podcast.

 

Timeline

00:04:05 Make your interviews unique.

00:10:58 Get feedback before launch.

00:17:14 Get to the point quickly.

00:19:41 Name your podcast clearly.

00:29:00 Grow your show by sharing.

00:34:09 Create great content consistently.

00:43:00 Grow with a consistent theme.

00:46:17 Podcasting never dies.

00:51:51 Tell someone about the podcast.

Questions: If you're consistent and persistent in producing shows, what else is needed to continue to grow the audience?

  • Does having a seasonal podcast make for lower downloads?
  • Does podcast growth depend on the platform (media host)?
  • Could it ever be the most painful? That people don't like it?
  • Is a specific theme best or should I have a variety of topics?
  • Are there typical plateau points?

QUESTION OF THE MONTH

This month's question is from Jacob from the Old Men - New Games. When a host has English as a second language and may occasionally mess up a word or two, Is that a no go? Do you listen, or immediately back out?

Leave Your Answer at  www.schoolofpodcasting.com/question

Deadline is 2/24/23

Where I Will Be?

I look forward to seeing you all; please come up and say hi. To see my full itinerary, go to schoolofpodcasting.com/where

Mentioned In This Episode

Join the School of Podcasting Community

Profit From Your Podcast Book

Power of Podcasting Network

Buy Dave a Coffee

Put Dave In Your Pocket

Daniel J Lewis

Accidental Swingers

Podfest Expo

Podcast Branding

Cinamaker Video Recording/Streaming

Free Podcast Classes

Libsyn Media Host (use the coupon code sopfree )

Blubrry Media Hosting

Captivate Media Hosting

Buzzsprout

Canva

 

 

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School of Podcasting: Expert Tips for Launching and Growing Your Podcast
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Dave Jackson began podcasting in 2005 and launched the School of Podcasting (schoolofpodcasting.com). His School of Podcasting show has over 4.0 million downloads. He has helped hundreds of people plan, launch, and grow their podcasts. He is the author of the book Profit from your podcast and is a featured speaker at events. In 2016 Dave joined Libsyn (the largest podcast hosting company) as part of their tech support team.  In 2018 he was inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame.

Find all his shows at www.powerofpodcasting.com