If you're tired of your podcast not growing at all, join us in the Grow The Show Academy! That's our program where we'll help you implement the podcast growth strategies that actually work. ---- Summary Have your podcast downloads dropped? In this episode, host Kevin Chemidlin walks podcasters through his process for understanding the causes behind a recent drop in podcast downloads. Step by step, he covers various factors that can impact downloads: from podcast branding changes to episode completion rates, marketing and more. Plus, Kevin explains a significant change to Apple Podcasts that’s affecting the entire podcasting industry. Dive into this episode to address changes in your download numbers! Topics Discussed Factors that can impact podcast downloads The importance of marketing for continued podcast success The effect of Apple’s iOS 17 update on podcast metrics Valuing self-worth beyond download numbers MORE FROM KEVIN: Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox! Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business! Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn APPLY To the Grow The Show Accelerator Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS: Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage