Podcasting Simplified (Ross Winn)
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| 25 Apr 2019 | How To Create A Private Podcast 🤐 | 00:10:22 | |
Private podcasts are a great way to share company-wide messages with your organization or give access to a special feed for memberships (an advertising-free feed for example) Other Private Podcast Options: Other links mentioned:
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| 04 May 2019 | 13 Ways To Promote A Podcast 📈 | 00:25:51 | |
There are tons of different ways to promote a podcast. Some are fairly easy and don’t require a lot of effort, while some might take a bit more time. I’ve tried to include a variety of different podcast marketing tactics so that you can pick and choose what makes sense for you. I recommend choosing one or two simple podcast promotion methods (the first 2 are great starting points if you don’t already do them) and then coming back to add methods to your marketing mix. | |||
| 29 Oct 2019 | Buzzsprout Review 🌱 | 00:11:45 | |
We're taking a look at Buzzsprout podcast hosting in this episode and review. | |||
| 05 Nov 2019 | Simplecast Review 🎣 | 00:10:07 | |
We're taking a close look at the Simplecast 2.0 podcast hosting platform in this episode. | |||
| 12 Nov 2019 | Best Podcasting Courses (Free & Paid) 📖 | 00:09:35 | |
Podcasting isn’t too hard to learn, but there are quite a few steps you will need to follow in order to start a podcast. Following a proven podcasting course will teach you everything you need to know in a step-by-step fashion.
Related Courses:
🗒️Podcasting Courses Blog Post | |||
| 19 Nov 2019 | Best Podcast Microphones For Great Audio (All Budgets) 🎤 | 00:17:26 | |
2019 Black Friday / Cyber Monday Deals Live Now:
🗒️Best Podcast Mics Blog Post | |||
| 26 Nov 2019 | Black Friday Deals For Podcasters (2019 Edition) 😍 | 00:15:11 | |
Black Friday Deals Page (go here for more most up to date deals)
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| 02 Dec 2019 | Cyber Monday ONLY Deals For Podcasters 🛍️ | 00:09:47 | |
See all the Cyber Monday Deals here
Sign up for any of the above or the 4-course bundle here!
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| 10 Dec 2019 | Gift Guide For Podcasters (2019) | 00:11:04 | |
| 17 Dec 2019 | Blue Yeti Microphone Review | 00:10:19 | |
The Blue Yeti microphone works great in many recording situations and offers a ton of useful features for the price. | |||
| 19 Dec 2019 | Gifts For Podcast Lovers (2019) | 00:07:24 | |
Check out the Gifts For Podcast Lovers blog post here
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| 24 Dec 2019 | How To Level-Up Your Podcast In 2020 | 00:06:08 | |
The reason I’m so passionate about helping people start and grow a podcast the ripple-effect it can have. By helping you get started, your listeners are learning to cope with anxiety, suicide, learn about religion, hear another political perspective, learn a new skill, grow a business, and so much more! And I want to hear not only your success story, but the feedback and success you receive from your listeners. And I’m here to help you every step of the way. I love that something like podcasting can make such a positive impact on the world. Are you? So as we go into 2020 and a new decade, now is the perfect time to set goals and get serious about taking action in your podcast. What does that mean? | |||
| 31 Dec 2019 | How To Screen Podcast Guests | 00:10:49 | |
📝 How To Screen Podcast Guests Article by Andrew Allemann | |||
| 07 Jan 2020 | Domain Name Tips For Your Podcast | 00:09:44 | |
📝 How (And Why) To Register A Domain Name For Your Podcast
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| 14 Jan 2020 | Best Podcast Directories (Submit To These) | 00:10:53 | |
📝 Best Podcast Directories | |||
| 21 Jan 2020 | Best External iPhone Microphones | 00:15:33 | |
📝 Best iPhone Microphones | |||
| 28 Jan 2020 | Best Email Marketing Services For Podcasters | 00:14:21 | |
➡️ Get 100 Subscribers on ConvertKit's Free Plan
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| 04 Feb 2020 | Best Podcast Equipment (A Little Bit Of Everything) | 00:23:19 | |
📝 Best Podcast Equipment
🌱 buzzsproutdeal.com | |||
| 11 Feb 2020 | Audio-Technica ATR2100 Review | 00:09:32 | |
📝 Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Review | |||
| 18 Feb 2020 | Best WordPress Themes For Podcasters | 00:10:19 | |
📝 Best WordPress Themes For Podcasters Podcaster
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| 19 Feb 2020 | Rode NT-USB Mini First Impressions | 00:06:13 | |
Pre-order the Rode NT-USB Mini on B&H Here | |||
| 25 Feb 2020 | Kinsta WordPress Host Review (What I Use) | 00:20:42 | |
📝 Kinsta Review (https://podcastingsimplified.com/kinsta-review)
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| 03 Mar 2020 | 📣 Giveaway: Pump Up Your Podcast ($3k+ in prizes) | 00:04:34 | |
➡️ Enter for your chance to win over $3,000 in prizes (https://www.podcastinsights.com/pumpup) designed to help you pump it up. The package includes:
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Open to legal residents of the 48 contiguous United States (excluding Rhode Island), 18 years or older and over the age of majority in jurisdiction of residence at time of entry. Ends 3/17/20 at 11:59 p.m. ET. For Official Rules, click here. Void where prohibited. | |||
| 10 Mar 2020 | How To Start A WordPress Blog (Part 1) | 00:14:07 | |
➡️ Enter for your chance to win over $3,000 in prizes (https://www.podcastinsights.com/pumpup) WordPress Themes Mentioned:
💛 Subscribe, Rate & Review in your favorite podcast app (https://link.chtbl.com/rate) | |||
| 16 Mar 2020 | How To Start A WordPress Blog (Part 2) | 00:16:53 | |
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Privacy Policy Plugin: Iubenda (https://www.podcastinsights.com/iubenda)
Headline Tools:
💛 Subscribe, Rate & Review in your favorite podcast app (https://link.chtbl.com/rate) | |||
| 21 Mar 2020 | Free Podcaster & Creator Resources For COVID-19 | 00:11:17 | |
📝 https://www.podcastinsights.com/free/ Monetary Help ConvertKit They made a Creator fund to help creators in this time of need. They will give up to $500 to help cover anything: rent, child care, groceries, medical, whatever. SBA SBA is offering disaster relief loans for small businesses up to $2 million at a 3.75% interest rate (2.75% if non-profit) Software Zencastr Zencastr is giving you unlimited guests and recording time on the free Hobby plan for their remote recording software. Buzzsprout Buzzsprout is offering free Pro accounts for:
Whooshkaa Whooshkaa is an Australian podcast hosting company and is offering free private podcasting to schools K-12 worldwide. Rode also partnered with them to offer equipment in Australia. Apply Here. ConvertKit They updated their free plan to let you send broadcast emails up to 500 subscribers and are giving you access to two of their paid courses. Sign up here. Anchor Anchor is a great podcast hosting option for kids and teachers. It’s free, can be used 100% mobile, and is a great way to learn. Courses Smart From Scratch Pat Flynn of SPI is giving away Smart From Scratch: How to Find a Winning Business Idea & Land Your First Customer. It’s normally $249. Blogging For Business Ahrefs is giving away Blogging For Business, a $799 course, for free. I’ve gone through part of this course and it’s excellent. DigitalMarketer Lab DigitalMarketer opened up free access to DigitalMarketer Lab for through at least the end of March 2020. Popular free guides and posts on Podcast Insights: How To Make Money Podcasting (some options, like in-person events, might not apply right now, but many of them do) Microphone guides: | |||
| 02 Apr 2020 | Best Webinar Platforms (To Teach, Sell or Train) | 00:20:02 | |
📝 Best Webinar Platforms (https://www.podcastinsights.com/best-webinar-software/)
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| 08 Apr 2020 | Best XLR Cables (Often A Weak Link) | 00:08:17 | |
📝 Best XLR Cables For Microphones (https://www.podcastinsights.com/best-xlr-cables/) | |||
| 17 Apr 2020 | Captivate Podcast Hosting Review | 00:18:07 | |
Captivate is doing some really cool things in the podcasting space - let's take a look! | |||
| 27 May 2020 | Best External Android Microphones | 00:07:55 | |
📝 Best Android Microphones (https://www.podcastinsights.com/best-android-microphones/) | |||
| 23 Jun 2020 | Where To Get Royalty-Free Podcast Music | 00:08:20 | |
📝 Best Royalty-Free Music & Sound Effects For Podcasts (https://www.podcastinsights.com/royalty-free-music/)
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| 10 Jan 2018 | Thanks For Listening + What To Expect | 00:01:36 | |
Hey and welcome to the Podcasting Simplified Podcast! We’ll be talking all about podcasting – as well as business, marketing, SEO, Facebook Ads, Google AdWords, landing pages, microphones, tech stuff and more. Basically, all the stuff that supports a successful podcast. | |||
| 12 Jan 2018 | Podcast Listener Statistics | 00:13:27 | |
New research from Nielsen just came out in their June 2017 ‘State Of The Media: Audio Today 2017’ report so it seemed like a good time to give an update on the podcast listener landscape with updated statistics. Most of the data is the Edison Research report that came out earlier this year. There is both an infographic (with embed code) and a Pinterest image for your sharing needs as well! Tool Of The Day: | |||
| 15 Jan 2018 | Best Podcast Hosting Platforms (Where To Host Your Podcast) | 00:28:03 | |
Learn about all the best options for podcast hosting, plus some highly recommended services to complement your new podcast... Top 3 Podcast Hosts: Show Notes For Episode 2 Tool Of The Day: | |||
| 23 Jan 2018 | How To Upload A Podcast To iTunes | 00:08:00 | |
It’s a fairly common misconception that iTunes and other podcast directories host your podcast media files (typically an MP3). You don’t actually upload your podcast episode files to iTunes. Learn how it actually happens... Resources Mentioned: | |||
| 25 Jan 2018 | How To Record A Podcast With Skype | 00:10:33 | |
It's extremely common to use Skype for podcast interviews. It's free, most people already have an account, and it's easy to use - but there's no built-in recording software... So how do you record your interviews? Listen here. Resources Mentioned: | |||
| 01 Feb 2018 | Best USB Microphones For Podcasting | 00:19:42 | |
USB microphones are the easiest to use when you want to start podcasting. You basically plug them in and start recording... Learn which ones are best, plus a few other microphone tips & tricks Top 4 USB Microphones: | |||
| 06 Feb 2018 | Blue Yeti Accessories To Upgrade Your Mic | 00:13:53 | |
The Blue Yeti microphone is one of the most popular microphones for podcasting... It’s an excellent microphone out of the box, but there are a few things you should get to increase your audio quality and make it easier to use properly. | |||
| 13 Feb 2018 | Johnathan Dane, Founder of KlientBoost (Clients Include Airbnb, Le Tote, Thinkific & More) | 00:43:22 | |
This interview with Johnathan Dane was amazing. We covered a ton of stuff in about 45 minutes and he brought a ton of value. I think I learned a few things listening to it again to take these notes. Here’s a highlight of the things we covered:
Connect with Johnathan & KlientBoost: | |||
| 17 Feb 2018 | What Is A Podcast & How Do They Work? | 00:12:32 | |
Do you know what a podcast is? If you're listening that might seem like a silly question, but how people explain what a podcast is varies greatly... 🗒️Show Notes For Episode 8 Tool Of The Day: Music Radio Creative | |||
| 23 Feb 2018 | Best Microphone Boom Arms For Podcasting | 00:10:33 | |
I have to say that getting a microphone boom arm was one of the best decisions I made for my podcasting studio. Why? Because I can be ready to record so much faster. All I have to do is pull the boom arm toward me and hit record. But it also frees up a lot of space on your desk... Top 3 Microphone Boom Arms: | |||
| 01 Mar 2018 | Podcast Editing & Production Services | 00:14:33 | |
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could just record your podcast, wait a couple days, and have a perfectly edited and ready-to-go podcast episode to deliver to your audience? Well, you can! There are a number of podcast editing services that will do just that. But that’s not all. Many of them will implement ID3 tags, create show notes and links, and even upload the episode for you. They can help you choose podcast equipment, design cover art, consult on show ideas, submit to podcast directories.. you name it! The services – and prices – vary between companies, so I’ll highlight what’s included and what you might have to pay extra for where possible. Listen here for some of the best podcast editing and production services... | |||
| 09 Mar 2018 | Best Interview Microphones (Handheld, Shotgun & Lavalier) | 00:24:04 | |
There are many different ways to record an interview: outside or inside, sitting or standing, planned or spur-of-the-moment, video or audio-only, and likely more that I haven’t thought of. Each scenario will excel with a certain type of microphone and for planned interviews, people will commonly use a shotgun mic combined with a lavalier mic as a backup. Listen to some of the best options for each type. | |||
| 20 Mar 2018 | Best Pop Filters (Exciting, I Know!) | 00:10:46 | |
Pop filters do what their name suggests – they reduce or eliminate popping sounds. In natural speech, certain letters tend to cause your mouth and breath to produce fast-moving air. These plosives typically come from the letters P, T, and K. Try saying the word “podcast” or “pop filter” while holding your hand in front of your mouth – you’ll feel the air. This air can easily overwhelm a microphone, causing distortion and clipping. We definitely don’t want that. So let’s take a look at some of the best pop filters to use when recording vocals… My Favorite Pop Filter: | |||
| 30 Mar 2018 | Best WordPress Hosting For Podcasters & Bloggers | 00:19:14 | |
I consistently recommend having your WordPress site separate from your podcast host. I wanted to go a little deeper and give you my full list of recommendations... My Recommended WordPress Hosts: | |||
| 12 Apr 2018 | Best WordPress Plugins For Podcasters & Bloggers | 00:28:58 | |
I highly recommend using WordPress for your website whether you’re a podcaster, blogger, or anyone else who wants to consistently reach an audience. WordPress is great in its stock form, but there are many plugins that add functionality or enhance existing functionality. I’ve tried hundreds of different WordPress plugins among many different categories, and this list is personal recommendations on based on what works best, which ones are well supported, and which plugins keep your site running quickly. My Favorite WordPress Plugins: | |||
| 26 Apr 2018 | 13 Ways To Make Money Podcasting 💰 | 00:24:49 | |
Thinking of starting a podcast and want to know how podcasters make money? Or do you already have a podcast and are looking for ways to increase your earnings? Good news, there are many different ways to monetize a podcast... Some work well when you are just getting started, and others work best once you're more established and have a larger audience. Either way, you'll find at least one way to make money podcasting no matter what stage you're at. | |||
| 24 May 2018 | Best Podcast Recording & Editing Software | 00:19:19 | |
Learn about the best podcast recording and editing software. Plus check out some bonus podcast software that will save you time, improve your interview quality, and more... Top Podcast Recording & Editing Programs: Bonus Podcast Software: | |||
| 29 Sep 2018 | Best Remote Interview Software For Podcasting | 00:15:00 | |
There are a number of different services that will let you record remote conversations. Skype is a popular way to conduct online interviews and there are several ways to record Skype calls. The issue with Skype is that sound quality is poor, even if all parties have great internet connections. The good news is that there are excellent alternatives to Skype that let you record remote podcast interviews. Top Remote Interview Software: | |||
| 10 Dec 2018 | How To Figure Out What To Podcast About [Day 1&2] | 00:09:39 | |
So you're thinking about starting a podcast? I get a lot of messages from people looking to start a podcast, but they don't know:
Maybe you're wondering those same things... That's OK. Just don't let those questions hold you back from getting started.
Grab the free How To Start A Podcast 10-day email course here | |||
| 11 Dec 2018 | How To Plan Your Podcast Episodes [Day 3] | 00:09:21 | |
Based on the broad topic we chose yesterday, we are going to do a little research. We are looking for more specific episode and topic ideas that people will be excited to hear... | |||
| 12 Dec 2018 | Let's Choose A Podcast Name [Day 4] | 00:08:22 | |
Quick Recap - At this point we’ve:
Before you continue, ask yourself: “Does this interest me? Is this something I could see myself talking about or teaching for several years? Will this cost a lot of money? Is the interest in this growing or underserved?” If Yes, let’s move on! | |||
| 13 Dec 2018 | Podcast Format & Segments [Day 5] | 00:11:25 | |
Today we're going to talk about Show Format. There are many different styles and formats you can choose - and many people will combine formats (i.e. a solo episode one day, an interview episode another day). There isn't a right or wrong way to go here - and many shows evolve and change over time to include other formats or segments. Action Step: Decide on an initial podcast format and outline the segments you will include. Grab the free How To Start A Podcast 10-day email course here | |||
| 14 Dec 2018 | Podcast Equipment You'll Need [Day 6] | 00:14:14 | |
It's time to invest in some equipment. Audio quality is more important than most people realize - poor audio quality will quickly turn people off, even if they can't specifically name why. And you don't have to spend a ton to get amazing audio quality! Podcast Starter Kit Equipment Guide | |||
| 15 Dec 2018 | Podcast cover art (and other required podcast details) [Day 7] | 00:12:54 | |
Your main goals with your podcast cover art should be to:
You'll want to figure out these details:
Articles On Designing Cover Art:
Canva | |||
| 03 Jan 2019 | It's Time To Record Your First Episode [Day 8] | 00:07:21 | |
Start by downloading Audacity (it's free and works with Mac or Windows). Then I recommend following this excellent Audacity tutorial. | |||
| 05 Jan 2019 | Where To Put Your First Podcast Episode [Day 9] | 00:07:14 | |
You will need to upload your episodes to a podcast hosting platform. This is also the place where you will enter your podcast details and cover art we talked about a few days ago. | |||
| 06 Jan 2019 | How To "Launch" Your Podcast [Day 10] | 00:06:26 | |
I put "launch" in quotes because this step is really all about submitting your podcast to iTunes (Apple Podcasts). That means that when Apple accepts it, your show will be live and officially launched, even if no one knows about it. As a bonus, we'll talk about growing your show in a couple days. It's possible you already figured this step out by clicking the iTunes & Directories tab in your Buzzsprout dashboard, but if you haven't yet, it's easy! You will need to create an Apple ID if you don't have one already. And if know anyone else who would benefit from this, could you do me a favor and share it with them? | |||
| 08 Jan 2019 | A Simple Podcast Growth Tip | 00:04:51 | |
You want to grow your podcast audience and get your listeners to engage with you, right? One of my favorite ways is to include a listener Q&A segment in your show. You could also make it a listener comment segment or a segment where you read reviews. Sounds simple, but this tactic can be powerful. I'll explain:
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| 10 Jan 2019 | How To Create Video Teasers, A Fun Podcast Growth Tip | 00:04:57 | |
In case you didn't know, video is one of the best ways to get seen on social media... A couple reasons are that:
But you don't want to share your entire podcast episode on social media - people are in a different mindset. What you want to do is create a teaser that gets people interested enough to check out your show (and hopefully subscribe). If you signed up with Buzzsprout, they have an awesome little tool to do just that! Just click into one of your episodes - and on the right side there will be a button that says 'Create A Video Soundbite'. Then you'll see an easy-to-use screen like this:
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| 15 Jan 2019 | The Software & Tools I Use To Run podcastinsights.com | 00:23:19 | |
Web Hosting: Kinsta (see our review of Kinsta)
See our post for the best WordPress plugins Others:
Analytics & Research | |||
| 17 Jan 2019 | Equipment & Software I Use For The Podcasting Simplified Podcast | 00:18:28 | |
Software: Equipment:
Start using USB if you're solo. Then you can upgrade the audio quality simply by adding an audio interface and using the XLR connection. A further upgrade is to add a Cloudlifter CL-1 or Cloudlifter Z What I Use Now:
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| 13 Feb 2019 | Podcasting Deals, Coupons & Promo Codes 🎉 | 00:10:45 | |
Podcasting Deals Page | |||
