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I saw this question from Stanley Adoyi in a Facebook group and thought I'd use it today. If you have a question you can leave it at www.podcastconsultant.com/voicemailSeasons makes sense in two situations:1. You have a team of 19 flying around the world to do interviews and they are tried.2. You are having so much mental stress that your health and family are affected (and maybe sh

Today we're diving into a topic that might not seem connected to podcasting at first glance—McDonald's. When you think of McDonald's, you might picture those golden arches and maybe even crave an Egg McMuffin or those unforgettable fries. But what does McDonald’s have to do with your podcast? Well, today I will break it down for you and show you why McDonald’s consistent succ

Last week talked about gear. This week we are talking about being a good guests and finding a good guest.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

Have you ever struggled with remote recording tools for your podcast interviews, feeling like they all just seem to fail you? In today's episode, Dave delves into how using the right browser—specifically Chrome—can make all the difference. He also shares insights on popular remote recording platforms like SquadCast and Riverside, explaining why people's opinions on these tools

Fraud is a broad legal term that refers to situations where someone is intentionally dishonest in order to receive some kind of benefit from a person, business, or entity. If you sell cookies for a charity that doesn’t exist, that’s fraud.If you use a handicap sticker in your car so you can park up front, but you don’t have a disability. That is fraud When a sponsor

In today's episode, I talk about the realities of podcast monetization and answer a question that many aspiring podcasters have: "How many downloads do I need to monetize my podcast?" I'll delve into the sobering truth about audience size and its impact on making money, sharing real-world examples and industry insights. From the challenges of starting with only 100 downloads to th

Today, I want to tackle a common misconception about podcasting—as a quick money maker. Recently, I came across a Reddit post from someone working two jobs, buried in debt, and considering starting a podcast to generate quick cash. Drawing from my own experience with compassion, I explain why podcasting isn't the ideal solution for immediate income. In this episode, I'll explore

If your goal is to record a video and then export the audio, that most likely won't work without some tweaking. I explain why in this episode. Video and Audio Have Different Audiences When I do video today, I know longer introduce myself and explain what I do on YouTube. If they want to learn more about me they can click the name of my channel. However, in audio we want to let th

In this episode, I explore the process of shutting down a podcast. Drawing from my own experience with ending a long-running show, and what happens when you quit paying your media host. I discuss options for keeping your podcast files accessible and share strategies for smoothly transitioning to a new show if you decide to start fresh. Join me as I offer practical advice on handlin

I want to explore why you don't need a massive audience to find success with your podcast. I'll share a personal story about attending a Pure Prairie League concert—a band you might recognize for their hit song "Aimee" (but probably don't). Despite performing to a crowd of just 500 in a 600-seat venue, this band exemplifies how a smaller but dedicated audience and multiple stream