Podcast Better
Podcasting can quickly become overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be that way. If you want to learn how to start a podcast, Podcast Better can help with that. On the other hand if you’ve already started a podcast and you’re feeling stuck, lacking motivation, or you’re unsure you’re doing things the right way, I can help you there too. I’ve been podcasting since 2015. I’ve produced four unique shows and hundreds of episodes garnering hundreds of thousands of downloads. I’ve learned what makes good podcasts great and I’ve also discovered many mistakes I’ve made along the way. I want to share these experiences with you so that you can jumpstart your journey and make your podcast a success. I want to arm you with the proper mindset and toolset so you can focus on your listeners and create amazing podcast content.
Episodes
79 episodes
You Need To Keep Your Audience Informed
#078 - If you're starting something new, tell your audience about it. If you're stopping something, let your listeners know. If you're taking a break, you guessed it, keep your audience informed. They'll appreciated it.Show Contact I...
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Episode 78
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6:32
How To Improve Your Interview Skills | Jonathan Collaton
#077 - If you're a podcaster and you have guests on your show or are planning to have guests on your show then you'll want to listen to this episode. Becoming a better interviewer is a skill just like any other. So if you're ready to improve yo...
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Episode 77
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30:38
The Many Hidden Features of Podchaser | Bradley Davis
#076 - If you've heard of Podchaser, you likely know it for one of two things: a place to leave reviews or a place to track your show credits. While both of these are fantastic reasons to use Podchaser, there is so much more available of which ...
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Episode 76
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31:09
Putting Our Own Podcast Under the Microscope | Brent Allen
#075 - Brent joins me again for a different type of episode. This is the beginning of a long-term experiment or case study. Brent and I will be examining one of our own live podcasts to see what we can do to improve the show and get more listen...
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Episode 75
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1:08:21
Discover Why Podpage Has So Many Passionate Fans | Brenden Mulligan
#074 - If you've asked someone for a podcast website recommendation in the past six months, you've likely heard about Podpage. Join me for a behind-the-scenes look at Podpage with the founder, Brenden Mulligan. I think you'll quickly see why Po...
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Episode 74
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30:22
If You're Thinking About Starting a Podcast, Start Here
#073 - Every day I see people asking for tips and advice on starting a podcast. My answer is always the same. In this episode, I elaborate on that answer. If you know someone who is thinking about starting a podcast, please share this episode w...
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Episode 73
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13:43
It's Okay to Make Changes
#072 - From time to time there may be changes or adjustments you want to make to your podcast. Go for it. Nothing is set in stone and you don't need permission from anyone. Make whatever changes are in your best interest. In fact, I'm about to ...
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Episode 72
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11:41
How To End or Leave a Show the Right Way | Brent Allen
#071 - No, I am not ending Podcast Better, but it is a topic I want to talk about. I have personally, left two shows in my career and my guest today is leaving his first. We're going to dive into what that looks like, how it feels, and the best...
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Episode 71
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42:22
Use Streamyard Even If You're Not Streaming
#070 - I've tried many remote connection solutions over the years. Everything from Google Hangouts to Zoom to Discord and more, but none of them compare to the simplicity and reliability of Streamyard.I always like to make things as sim...
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Episode 70
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14:20
A Look Inside Buzzsprout Download Numbers and Stats | Tom Rossi
#069 - Buzzsprout co-founder, Tom Rossi joins me today to discuss how Buzzsprout tries to help you understand and utilize your statistics. Together we'll discover exactly how Buzzsprout defines a download and how all the numbers are calculated....
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Episode 69
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35:37
Bad Connection, Bad Recording - It Happened To Me
#068 - No one is immune to disaster, but if you're prepared, you can mitigate the damage. My last episode, the interview with Melissa Monte (Mind Love), was the worst technical recording I've dealt with in six years. However, we worked together...
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Episode 68
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15:00
Marketing Your Way to a Million Downloads | Melissa Monte
#067 - What would you say if I told you I had a plan to get one million downloads in your first year as a podcaster? Well, I obviously can't guarantee your numbers, but I can share the path that Melissa Monte of the Mind Love Podcast took to ge...
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Episode 67
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34:24
Should I Create a Second Website for My Podcast?
#066 - One big question I want to answer today: If you already have a website, should you start a secondary website just for your podcast? Well, it depends. Let's explore it together.Mentioned in this Episode:
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Episode 66
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15:05
How Podcasters Can Get the Most Out of Clubhouse | Mark Savant
#065 - Mark Savant joins me to explain how the new, audio-only social media app, Clubhouse can benefit podcasters. Get an overview of the platform and its uses here, then come and talk with us on Clubhouse.Mentioned in this Episode:<...
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Episode 65
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26:27
Don't Get Overwhelmed, Keep Moving Forward
#064 - In today's world it's easy to get overwhelmed by all the knowledge available to you. However, rest assured that you do not need all the knowledge right now. Take a deep breath and take the first step with me.Mentioned in this ...
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Episode 64
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12:24
5 Proven Methods to Get More Podcast Guests | Nick Nalbach
#063 - Nick Nalbach of the Nine Five Podcast shares the tips and tricks he uses regularly to get guests on his podcast. While I was familiar with some of the methods, I certainly learned a few new tactics and I hope you do too.Mentio...
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Episode 63
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34:19
One Story To Rule Them All
#062 - Do you keep a catalogue of stories? Do you actively think about retelling stories? Storytelling is a skill, but it starts with having stories prepared to tell. Let's work on finding your story.Quotes"Marketing ...
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Episode 62
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10:34
Is Your Media Social? | Ken Pescatore
#061 - Ken Pescatore of the Pokemon Professor Network joins the show to explain his social media promotion methods. Social media remains his number one source of new listeners, but he has been branching out into a few other podcast promotion me...
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Episode 61
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37:07
Do You Know Who Your Listeners Are?
#060 - It seems like a basic question, but a lot of podcasters have a hard time answering it. Who are your listeners? Who is your avatar? I'm not talking about the 2009 James Cameron epic. I'm talking about your ideal customer or your ideal lis...
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Episode 60
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15:06
How To Prepare For A Guest Interview Episode
#059 - As a follow-up to Episode 58, I wanted to address the differences in preparing for an episode with a guest interview. While some of the preparations are similar, there are definitely some things that are unique to interview episodes....
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Episode 59
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17:42
How To Prepare For A Solo Podcast Episode
#058 - The more you prepare for your show, the less time you will spend recording and editing your show. It's good for you and it's good for your listener. Let the preparation begin!Mentioned in this Episode:
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Episode 58
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12:55
The ONLY Reason I Would Make A 2-Part Episode...
#057 - It will happen from time to time that you create an episode that is significantly longer than your average episode. What do you do? Edit? Make two episodes? Make three episodes? Let's talk through it.Mentioned in this Episode:...
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Episode 57
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13:10
Audiograms, Visual Sound Bites, Video Promos - The What, Where, and How
#056 - Audiograms, visual sound bites, and video promos are all the same thing. I'm sure you've heard about them or at least seen them in your social media feeds. Now let's talk about how to create them and what content to include in them.<...
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Episode 56
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14:54
Content vs. Listener - Where Should My Focus Be?
#055 - An intriguing question came across my Facebook feed: Should I focus on my content or focus on my listener? I wasn't sure what to make of it at first, but I have some thoughts on it now.Mentioned in this Episode:
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Episode 55
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9:30
Should I Take A Break During The Holidays?
#054 - Podcasting can take a lot of time and effort. The holidays tend to be a time for family and relaxation. Do you take a break or keep production up and running? Or can you have the best of both worlds?Mentioned in this Episode:<...
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Episode 54
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14:39