The core reason why we are building an email list is to ensure that we have an engaged audience and that we are able to boost listener engagement. So in this episode we will discuss more about a few simple tips you can follow to boost listener engagement! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/145 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month...

This is the 4th episode in this series about email marketing for podcasters. And this episode we will discuss some very important basic email marketing tips for podcasters that will give you better results from your efforts! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/144 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan.  You...

This is the 3rd episode in the series on email marketing for Podcasters. In this episode we discuss the most common email marketing mistakes that podcasters make that can severely impact their email marketing efforts and burn their subscriber lists! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/143 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any...

This is the 2nd episode in the series on email marketing for podcasters. In this episode we discuss about the most essential and top email marketing tools that every podcaster should use if they want to grow their show by using email marketing! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/142 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any...

In this episode I will be sharing 10 easy lead magnet ideas for podcasters that you can use to build your email list. These are easy to create and show excellent conversions. So go ahead and use them and build your email list! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/141 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid...

Your show artwork - it's the first thing potential listeners see. It represents your brand and it has the most potential to attract new listeners. So it is important that you have an amazing artwork! But how do you know if your artwork is amazing and how do you create one? In this episode I will share some best practices that will help you create a stunning podcast artwork even if you have no designing skills. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mono Vs Stereo podcast audio quality - which is better and why? If you are confused on how to record your podcast episodes - in stereo or, in mono, then this episode is for you. By the end of this episode you are sure to have learn the difference and which one to choose! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/139 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off...

How do you give a pleasant listening experience to your listeners so that they feel happy about listening to your podcast? A quality audio is not just about editing right. It is a lot to do with how you are preparing for recording and how your record your audio in addition to everything you do in editing. In this episode we discuss 11 actionable tips to elevate the podcast listening experience for your listeners. More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the...

In this episode we will look at two of the most prominent ways of embedding a podcast episode on your website. We will also discuss why you should do it and how you can build your list, get better engagement and earn more revenue by doing it! What link do you share when promoting your podcast, especially on social media sites? A link to your podcast host where you episode is hosted? Or, to a listening app like Spotify or, Apple podcasts? Know what’s the problem with that approach? You are...

Most podcasters start their podcasting journey because one fine day they felt that they should start a podcast. Or, maybe someone told them that they should start a podcast. If that is how you are planning to start your podcast then that’s one big mistake that you could be making. Ask yourself these two questions before you start your podcast and find your podcast ideal listener! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at...

Should you use Zoom for podcast interviews? What are the best settings to get the best audio quality from zoom while recording podcast interviews? Most remote interview recording software are paid. Zencastr was the only FREE option out there, if you wanted a good audio recording software as a podcaster. But with that too becoming a paid software, the only option you have is ZOOM. But to get the best out of ZOOM, you need to keep a few things in mind. In this episode, I will share some of...

AI can be extremely helpful in content creation. But how you use it will determine if it helps further enhance your creativity skills or, destroy all of it. In this episode we will discuss tips on how to use AI tools for podcasting the right way for the best output. More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/134 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your...

Do you really need to spend time choosing podcast categories? Yes. Absolutely! Let me explain why. There are two ways to discover a podcast in a directory like that of Apple Podcasts. The first is to search with a particular term and the second one is to browse through the different podcast categories. Imagine if your podcast about food is buried deep inside the “How to” category on these podcast directories. You have already lost quite a good number of prospective listeners. In this episode,...

Did you know that there are so many hard facts about podcasting that are rarely shared or, told to you? Knowing these facts is extremely critical for the success of your show and to ensure that you know the tricks to succeed. Want to know what these are? Then this episode is for you! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/132 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to...

Podcast directories are one of the ways podcasts are distributed and discovered and every podcast needs to be on these directories if you want to grow. But then which directories are the most important and how do you submit to these directories? That’s what we will discuss in this episode! More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/131 Use my special link -...

Is your podcast optimized for podcast discovery? Are your listeners able to find your podcast? If you are struggling with finding listeners for your podcast, then that’s the first question you need to ask. And if you are struggling for answers on how to make your podcast discoverable, then this episode is for you. More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/130 Use my special link -...

What are the best podcast hook strategies? How do you hook listeners in the first 60 seconds of a podcast? But before we discuss all of that, let me ask you a question. What’s the goal with your episodes - drive your listeners away or, make them listen to the entire episode? If you are starting your episode with music that goes on for 10 seconds and then a long winding introduction, then you already have everything you need to drive your listeners away. The first 60 seconds is the most...

Stop spending hours staring at the blank screen struggling to come up with podcast episode ideas. One of the things that I hated as a beginner podcaster was that moment when I was staring at a blank screen unable to decide on the topic for my next episode! Ever faced that situation? I am sure you would because that’s a situation that a lot of us beginner content creators find ourselves in. There’s a simple way you can get rid of it. And that’s what we will be discussing in today’s...

Want to learn the art of staying motivated in podcasting? Then this episode is for you. Podcasting can become extremely monotonous over a period of time because you are actually doing it solo in your bedroom, literally talking to the walls. This monotony can lead to demotivation and frustration. In such a situation, how to stay motivated as a podcaster? We will discuss some very simple and practical tips to stay motivated in podcasting, in this episode! More InformationYou can find more...

The last 2 weeks or, so saw some updates that have the potential to change the way podcasting works. One of them is related to using AI in podcasting. Want to know about the other two? Then you might want to listen to this week’s episode. More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/126 Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr...

Are you wondering why some podcast episodes captivate listeners from start to finish while others fall flat? The answer lies in the podcast episode structure. A well-structured podcast episode not only keeps the audience engaged but also enhances the overall listening experience. As a podcast host, creating a captivating and engaging episode is crucial to keeping your audience hooked and coming back for more. One key aspect of achieving this is by nailing the ultimate podcast episode...

You want to start a podcast and you have learned everything about getting started by watching some of the videos on YouTube. But wait! There is something even more important to do before you get started. And that is deciding if podcasting is something you are even ready for. In this episode, we will share 6 simple ways you can decide if podcasting is for you. More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at...

In this episode, we will look at the top reliable, future-proof, and best podcast hosting platforms 2023. One of the foundations of a successful podcast is a good Podcast hosting platform. Podcasting requires a lot of time and the last thing you want is to deal with unnecessary issues with your episodes and your podcast hosting. You want to focus on your show and not have unnecessary headaches with hosting your episodes. So, if you are just starting off or, planning to move your hosts, then...

Are you a beginner podcaster? Do you want to succeed with your podcast? If so, then these are some mistakes that you absolutely want to avoid. In this video, we'll outline 8 common beginner podcaster mistakes that you need to avoid if you want to have a successful podcast. These 8 mistakes will lead to pod fade (a term used to describe when a podcast starts to lose its listeners) and can eventually damage your podcast. More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes...