Everyone's been been burning the midnite oil when - whattya' know?! Help has arrived! It's time to cast aside all of the fundamentals that have allowed you to enjoy the program you and/or your cohosts have compiled - TIME TO BRING IN THAT PROFESSIONAL PODCAST PROMOTER promising "A1 success and huge audiences around the globe!", right? Hold on a minute there, Soon-To-Be-Howard-Stern! It's time to crack that subject wide open inside this episode of the Podcast Gauntlet where we Throw-Down, Discuss, Rise & Shine in Podcasting! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!        Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet:   Timestamps for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: 00:00 Be cautious of unsolicited pitches from podcast promoters promising rapid success. 05:00 Indie podcasters struggle to compete with shows having professional teams. 09:13 Pre-event disorganization impacts post-convention follow-up and outcomes. 10:52 Skeptical about organic traffic promises reliant on ads and dubious contacts. 15:45 Scammer, who profited 6-7 figures from offering ranking services, has vanished. Rumored to escape with umbrella drink on an island. 19:36 Ask for feedback; don't assume audience will respond. 20:45 Ask succinct, single questions instead of multiple queries.   Questions Answered Inside this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: Why do Mike and Bryan suggest that hiring a professional podcast promoter might be ineffective or even harmful for podcasters? What are some of the red flags that indicate a podcast promotion service might be a scam? How do Mike and Bryan describe the effort required to produce a successful podcast? Do you agree with their assessment? Bryan mentioned that even good marketing won't save a bad product. How does this principle apply to podcasting? How can an indie podcaster realistically compete with larger shows that have extensive teams and resources, according to Bryan and Mike? What do Bryan and Mike suggest as the correct approach to growing a podcast audience organically? Mike mentioned that he doesn't attend many podcast events. What are some pros and cons of attending (or not attending) podcasting events for growth and networking? What role do audience engagement and feedback play in podcast growth, based on Bryan and Mike's discussion? How does Bryan suggest podcasters and consultants navigate the temptation to use "easy buttons" and shortcuts for instant growth? What importance do Mike and Bryan place on reviewing and reflecting on past efforts (events, promotions, etc.) for continuous improvement in podcasting?   Links from Inside this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: Be sure to follow Mike & Bryan via social media via the links available at: https://PodcastGauntlet.Com === The Blue Baggers Project - Training the Future of Crisis Negotiation & Law Enforcement Worldwide http://blubaggersproject.com   === Equipment Listing === Purchase the Stuff that Helps Us Provide You Content and Help Us Grow! ==== Webcams: The Lumina AI Webcam: https://amzn.to/3LzqIKy ==== Microphones: -- Mike: The Sure MV7: https://amzn.to/3MyCHcO Heil PR 40: https://amzn.to/3yNsUeI Heil Fin: https://amzn.to/3yPHfr8 -- Bryan: The Lewitt LELCT440P LCT 440 Pure: https://amzn.to/3sNSU5X ==== Headphones: -- Mike: Raycon Everyday Earbuds: https://amzn.to/3MC0h8r Cyber Acoustics AC-5002: https://amzn.to/39CEWNo -- Bryan: ATH-M30x: https://amzn.to/3sNSU5X ==== Interfaces: -- Mike: Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 (3rd Gen) https://amzn.to/3wvbtOB -- Bryan: Rodecaster Pro: https://amzn.to/39zdpN0 === Connect with The Hosts === Our Website Online - http://PodcastGauntlet.Com Connect with Mike Wilkerson - The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network http://2GuysTalking.Com Connect with Bryan Entzminger - - Top Tier Audio http://TopTierAudio.Com -- Interested in Getting the Same Super-Cool Gear that Mike & Bryan are Using? check out the GEAR Now! https://2guystalking.com/gear -- Podcast Editing is Modern-Day Magic: Ready to Have YOUR Podcast Edited? http://EditorCorps.Com REMEMBER: You can listen to the EDITED version of this program right now at: http://PodcastGauntlet.Com     Tell Us What You Think of This Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: Few things are more valuable than feedback. We talk about a LOT of hot-topic subjects inside The Podcast Gauntlet and now - it's time for YOU to THROW-DOWN! Tell us what you think, give us YOUR perspective and we'll be sure to incorporate your input and perspective into another great All-Fan Input episode!     The Hosts of this Program: Mike Wilkerson: Mike Wilkerson Is the PodFather of St. Louis, and has been hosting, producing, concepting and enhancing podcasts since 2005. As a professional content creator, Mike has been making and documenting every mistake in the Podcasting industry so you won't have to when you're ready to begin. With thousands of of hours of business, marketing and life experience behind and in front of the mic and keyboard, he has created a vibrant and always-growing business tapestry via The 2GuysTalking Podcast Network. As a perpetual student, Mike continues to foster interests in Crisis Negotiator Training, Firearms Instruction and helping people to find the next step in their career with an active interest in hunting light bulb moments. — Mike Wilkerson on Facebook — Mike Wilkerson on LinkedIn — Mike Wilkerson on X — 2GuysTalking on LinkedIn   Bryan Entzminger: Bryan Entzminger is the owner of Top Tier Audio, a podcast production company. He's also the founder of the Hindy Users (Unofficial) group for Hindenburg users on Facebook, and a co-host of Podcast Editors Mastermind — a podcast focused on the business side of podcast editing. He loves sharing the lessons he’s learned from his struggles and others he's met along the way so that you can have a podcast that you’re proud of without letting editing take over your life. — Bryan Entzminger on Facebook — Bryan Entzminger on LinkedIn — Bryan Entzminger Via Top Tier Audio