30 experts weigh in on the future of podcasting — We love making podcasts at Pacific Content. You can argue that we equally love talking podcasts. Our industry is propelled by potential and is perceptibly in perpetual motion — there is so much to talk about! …

Whether you’re an old hand or a total newbie, increase the odds that it goes wonderfully — So you’ve been invited to be interviewed on a podcast? Hurray! Podcasts are a great way to get your message out there. Whether you’re an old hand or a total newbie, there are things you can do to increase the odds that it goes wonderfully well. First off, we have…

When I started podcasting (around 2008) the choice of equipment was rather limited, especially outside of a professional recording studio. Recording audio at home was still a relatively new prospect and the idea of a “Podcast” had only been around for a short time. A few years before Adam Curry…

Here are 7 ways you can grow and stick out from the hundreds of podcasts that are created each day — If you’re looking for ways to grow your podcast quickly, you’re in luck! In this post, we will discuss seven marketing tips that will help you increase your podcast’s reach and popularity. Podcasting is a great way to connect with your audience and share your knowledge or insights on a…

Your reasons for trying may determine if you succeed. — Why would you want to do a podcast? There are many reasons. Some are great, others will doom you to fail before you truly get started. Let’s focus on a few reasons why you feel you might want to “put on a show,” and what the consequences could be. Maybe…

If you’ve ever thought of creating a podcast, learn from these mistakes before you start. It could save you a lot of time and money. — There is a running joke nowadays: Everyone and their grandma has a podcast. I don’t necessarily see this as a problem. I personally think everyone should have a podcast. It’s just like having a social media account in the new decade. A new way to build an audience, create a…

There’s no secret date, time, or season to reveal — but this one factor will help you determine the answer to one of the most sought-after questions — This question comes up ALL THE TIME: when should we launch our show? Our clients often want to know how they can optimize the launch and posting times of their show to gain the greatest number of downloads. …

Each year, Edison Research produces the longest-running study of consumer media usage and behaviors in America, the Infinite Dial report. Since 1998, Infinite Dial has covered a wide range of topics, from streaming audio to social media, using the most rigorous sampling methodologies to ensure that the study produces nationally…

Why can’t you hear that? — Your podcast may sound like crap, and I’m hoping I can get you to notice. Sound quality can severely hurt your podcast by forcing people to stop listening because it bothers them. First, let’s talk about why you may not know your audio is bad. Most people have trouble distinguishing…

Here's a simple how-to guide to get you motivated from some of the leading experts — This week, a friend gave me a call and invited me to cohost a podcast with her. My friend Joy thought we'd make a great team. I agree with her, we'd make a good team, and podcasting is something I toyed with in my head, but not sure I have…

Lessons from the making of Home. Made. as presented at Podcast Movement Evolution — We finally returned to Podcast Movement Evolutions this year (March 23–26, 2022), in person, after a two-year pandemic-induced hiatus. And while we have not been attending major industry events like conferences, we have been really busy creating and releasing new shows. Evolutions is about “the evolving landscape of audio and…

Here’s the Step-by-Step of Episode Creation — Once you’ve settled on a name and concept for your podcast, it’s time to establish a workflow that sets you up for success with your publishing efforts. The workload is considerable, and you need a system you can rely on week after week. Here I cover the key items every…

Listener stats are down in the US for the first time in years — Podcasting just encountered something it hasn’t seen before on its smooth, straight super-highway to global domination… a bump in the road. The gold standard podcast listening survey (‘The Infinite Dial’ by Edison Research) in the US released its latest figures. …

As an experienced podcaster, it’s only a matter of time before you’re called on to teach what you know. But what will you teach? And is it designed to make the next generation of podcasters better? It takes a certain amount of skill to create a podcast. Any podcast. Any format. And to acquire those necessary skills, some sort of a learning process is required. Podcasting isn’t a genetic trait we pass on to our offspring. …

https://shows.acast.com/know-love As always my Spiritual Warriors, my words are offered to you with Gratitude, and Love, be well… ~Namaste Most of the stories I write for Medium are behind a…

Because visuals for an audio platform do matter — There’s probably no tool I use more often than Canva. Even for something where audio is so crucial as podcasting, Canva has been a great contribution to Coffee & Pens. It started with the original logo, which soon got replaced with something better by Andy. However, I’ve consistently used Canva…

Podcast creator, come on down. You’re the next contestant on the Four Pillars of Podcasting! Not really, and if you thought that the beginning of this fourth and final pillar was actually about that type of “host”, let me apologize now. We’re talking about podcast hosting sites, not to be…

How to edit raw tracks into a compelling audio story? — With my good friend Vincent, we’re crafting a podcast on personal finance and investment. As I already had a podcast for a little more than a year now, Vincent asked me a few tips on how to transform our collection of raw tapes into a great audio experience. Here are…