“Should I add video to my podcast?” It’s one of the most common questions in podcasting right now, and it’s the wrong one.
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Prepare Your Guests for a Smooth Remote Recording Session
A great podcast interview starts before you ever hit “Record.” Whether you’re using Zoom, Riverside, SquadCast, or any other remote platform, your guest’s preparation directly affects audio quality, pacing, and the overall professionalism of your show. Prepare your guests for their podcasting experience. Your guests may have never used an external microphone or adjusted input settings before. All of your guests will appreciate clear guidance.
Master the Intro and Exit: Why First and Last Impressions Matter
Master The Intro and Exit. Your intro and exit are more than filler. They’re key to building a recognizable podcast brand. Learn how to write, record, and produce them for maximum listener impact.
Podcast Analytics That Matter: Balancing Subscribers and Downloads
When podcasters talk about growth, two numbers come up again and again: subscribers and downloads. Both are valuable, but it’s not enough to look at them in isolation. To truly understand your show’s health, and where you should focus your energy, you need to track these metrics together.
Boosting Podcast Discoverability in 2025
The podcasting landscape continues to evolve, and boosting podcast discoverability remains a top challenge for creators. With millions of podcasts competing for attention, standing out requires a mix of strategic optimization, engaging content, and effective promotion. Here’s how podcasters can boost their show’s discoverability in 2025 and grow their audience.
Mastering Microphone Technique
Mastering Microphone Technique: Whether you’re a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, mastering how to use your microphone can significantly enhance your recordings and engage your audience.
Ten Episodes
Ten Episodes: Don’t publish the first podcast until you’ve started recording the eleventh.
Corporate Training Podcasts
Corporate Training Podcasts may be the training solution your company is looking for. Companies are now using podcasts as sort of “morning announcements” for their staff—to connect with employees and convey valuable information and enhance corporate culture.
But you can use the same mechanism to create a library of training assets that your employees can privately access and digest at their own speed. I’m going to tell you a little more about this process and how corporate training podcasts may be a cost-effective way to build community and a knowledge base.
Don’t Ghost Your Audience
Perhaps the worst thing you can do as a podcast producer is to alienate your audience. No one likes to be disenfranchised. Whatever podcast you produce, finish it. Even if you can’t finish a storyline, or if you are just moving on to other things, tell your audience what is going on. Closure is invaluable. Don’t ghost your audience.