Podcast Growth Hacks with Mics to Millions: Discover How to Build, Grow, and Monetize Your Dream Health & Wellness Podcast
Mics to Millions
Worried your show is drowning in the sea of health and wellness podcasts? Still not getting the downloads you desire? Struggling to monetize your work? It’s time to make these problems a thing of the past! Mics to Millions will help you unlock the secrets to: – Growing your podcast – Getting more podcast listeners – Reaching a niche audience – Promoting your podcast – Increasing podcast downloads – Monetizing your podcast – Using podcast SEO to boost discoverability – Understanding and analyzing podcast metrics – Leveraging guest appearances for podcast growth Host Sam Brake Guia, Co-founder of PodWritten, brings you exclusive, in-depth conversations with top-tier podcasters in the health and welln...
The mindset shift new podcasters need to build a top 0.5% podcast with Ella Lucas-Averett | Ep 55
Thinking like an amateur will keep you stuck as an amateur. Thinking like a pro will take you to the top. In today’s episode of Mics to Millions, we’re joined by Ella Lucas-Averett, host of On Air with Ella, a show ranked in the top 0.5% of podcasts. With over 25,000 monthly downloads and a podcasting career spanning back to 2015, she shares hard-earned wisdom on podcast growth, audience engagement, and standing out in the crowded health and wellness space. In this episode, you’ll learn: How p
Feb 19, • 38:45
3 surprising ways I use ChatGPT for easy podcast production | Ep 54
If you’re not using AI in your podcast production process, you’re missing out. And even if you are, there are many ways you can take it further to enhance your process. In this episode, I break down my thoughts on AI’s role in the creative world, why I believe it should be a collaborator rather than a competitor, and the three key ways I use it to streamline and elevate my show, Mics to Millions. Plus, I share an incredible insight from Professor Gina Neff on AI’s impact on creative profession
Feb 12, • 8:00
JJ Virgin on The Secrets to Creating a Top Health & Wellness Podcast | Ep 53
Want to know what it takes to build a top wellness podcast with 225,000 monthly downloads? In today’s episode of Mics to Millions, we’re joined by the JJ Virgin, a triple-board certified nutrition expert, an advocate for women’s health, and the host of Well Beyond 40, a podcast that’s empowering women to age powerfully. With more than 40 years in the fitness industry and over a decade of podcasting under her belt, JJ offers invaluable insights on building a strong team, mastering delegation, a
Feb 5, • 40:00
Podcast marketing tips to drive organic growth and secure clients with Adam Schaeuble (Part 2) | Ep 52
We’re back with part two of our insightful interview with Adam Schaeuble, and you won’t want to miss a second of this conversation! If you haven’t already, be sure to check out episode 51, Podcast Marketing Tips to Drive Organic Growth and Secure Clients with Adam Schaeuble, before diving into today’s episode, it’s packed with actionable strategies to supercharge your podcast. Today you’ll learn: Why solo episodes are a game-changer for establishing yourself as an expert and attracting your id
Jan 29, • 30:14
Podcast marketing tips to drive organic growth and secure clients with Adam Schaeuble (Part 1) | Ep 51
Are you ready to take your podcast to the next level? In this episode of Mics to Millions, we’re diving deep into actionable strategies that can help you boost your podcast’s discoverability, attract more listeners, and turn your podcast into a powerful client-attracting tool. This conversation is so packed with value that we had to split it into two parts. Get ready for part one of this transformative interview. You’ll learn: How to boost your podcast’s organic discoverability on platforms lik
Jan 22, • 28:05
The game-changing podcast marketing hacks NOBODY is talking about with Lauren Passell | Ep 50
Sick of hearing the same old podcast marketing tips? If you're looking for something different, today's episode is exactly what you need. In today’s episode of Mics to Millions, we’re joined by Lauren Passel, the founder of the podcast growth company Tink Media who’s here to share some game-changing strategies that most podcasters aren’t talking about—strategies designed to take your show to the next level. You’ll learn: Why being overly active on social media might actually be a waste of your
Jan 15, • 46:27
2025 podcasting trends: AI, video podcasting, discoverability, & more with James Cridland | Ep 49
In today’s episode of Mics to Millions, we sit down with James Cridland, Editor of Podnews, a daily podcast newsletter with over 32,000 subscribers, to explore upcoming podcast trends you can use to stay ahead of the curve and keep your show fresh. We’ll explore: The rise of video podcasts and how you can compete in a visually-driven world. The shift in how we measure success, moving beyond downloads to more meaningful metrics like plays and listen time. How AI tools are making podcast pro
Jan 8, • 31:56
Season 2 Trailer: Expert insights, actionable strategies, and new episodes every Wednesday to help you grow your podcast
Welcome to Season 2 of Mics to Millions—your ultimate resource for growing and monetizing your health and wellness podcast! In this trailer, host Sam Brake Guia gives you a sneak peek into what’s coming up this season. Get ready for a new wave of actionable strategies, insider tips, and inspiring interviews designed to help you take your podcast to the next level. This season, expect deep dives into the world of podcast growth, including: Interviews with top health and wellness podcasters shari
Jan 1, • 2:03
Happy Christmas from PodWritten and Mics to Millions!
Happy Holidays from PodWritten and Mics to Millions! In this brief and festive episode, I want to share a special Christmas greeting for all listeners, whether you celebrate or not, and reflect on the season’s joy, warmth, and togetherness. Ps - The trailer for Season 2 drops next week, so be sure to subscribe to catch it! ✅Interested in podcast guesting to boost online visibility and grow your business? Discover how PodWritten can help: https://podwritten.com/services/ https://podwritten.com/
Dec 25, 2024 • 0:48
Mistakes to avoid when pitching yourself (a clip from my interview on The Proffitt Podcast)
This week, I’m sharing a clip from my recent interview on The Proffitt Podcast. In this episode, we dive deep into strategies for podcast swaps and guesting. You’ll hear about: How to connect with like-minded podcast hosts and craft pitches that truly resonate. Common mistakes to avoid when pitching yourself as a guest and the key elements of a standout pitch. My approach to positioning yourself as an expert and using social proof to open doors to new opportunities. The importance of balancing
Dec 18, 2024 • 5:57
Benefits of podcast guesting vs hosting a podcast host (a clip from my interview on Health Coach Academy)
Today I am sharing a clip from my guest appearance on the Health Coach Academy podcast. In this interview, I dive into how podcast guesting can help health coaches grow their audiences, establish themselves as authorities in their niche, and foster meaningful connections. You’ll learn: How podcast guesting can amplify your reach and visibility as a health coach. Why being a guest on the right podcasts helps build credibility in your niche. The power of connecting with engaged audiences through
Dec 11, 2024 • 4:27
Getting clients using podcast guesting (a clip from my interview on Your Fitness Money Coach Podcast)
This week on Mics to Millions, we’re switching things up! Instead of our usual interviews or solo episodes, I am sharing a special clip from my guest appearance on the Your Fitness Money Coach Podcast. In this episode, you’ll hear my insights on: Building Confidence as a Podcast Guest: How to overcome nerves and show up authentically. Strategic Pitching and Follow-Ups: Proven methods for securing guest spots on the right podcasts. Targeting Niche Audiences: Why focusing on smaller, highly engag
Dec 4, 2024 • 3:25
The challenges and highlight in my first year of starting this podcast | Ep 48
As Mics to Millions comes up to the one-year mark, I wanted to reflect on the incredible journey of this first year in podcasting. In this episode, I share personal highlights, the biggest challenges I’ve faced, and the lessons learned along the way. Got a minute? We’d love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Visit Apple Podcasts and Spotify to leave us a review and make our day 😍 ✅Interested in podcast guesting to boost online visibility and grow your business? Discover how PodWritten can help: https://podwr
Nov 27, 2024 • 13:47
Traveling the world, discovering podcasting, and co-founding my dream business with my wife (my story) | Ep 47
Rarely do I share tales on this podcast of how I gave up everything to travel the world indefinitely, which ultimately led me on the path I am now – running a podcast booking agency alongside my wife, Göz Brake Guia, in Medellin, Colombia. Today I’m taking 10 minutes to share a little bit about my background. You’ll discover my story of leaving the UK to find a new, unknown place to call home, why my wife and I are so passionate about helping health and wellness businesses, and how I estab
Nov 20, 2024 • 10:18
The struggle of being recognized for health & wellness podcasters with Ashleigh VanHouten | Ep 46
Even top-ranked health and wellness podcasts struggle to stand out. But you can promote your show authentically without compromising your values, and achieve impressive growth. Ashleigh VanHouten co-hosts the top 0.5% ranked Muscle Science for Women podcast, where they interview leading minds in exercise and nutrition methodology and overall wellness and discuss topics relevant to health and muscle building. Even, with a monthly audience of 40,000 listeners, she knows what it is like to feel l
Nov 13, 2024 • 42:13
Insider tips on podcasting and business for health coaches with Hailey Rowe | Ep 45
Most health coaches didn’t enter the field to be marketers, but in a competitive industry, mastering these skills is essential, and today’s guest is a master at helping health coaches excelle in these areas! Hailey Rowe is the host behind Health Coach Nation, a podcast for health coaches to help them grow and scale their businesses. She’s also a Marketing, Sales Strategist & Linkedin Lead Generation Service Provider and helps health coaches, grow their sales, get more time back, and conquer
Nov 6, 2024 • 29:57
Launching an internship program for your podcast with Marnie Dachis Marmet & Stephanie May Potter | Ep 44
Achieve more and help young professionals build experiences in the work place by starting a podcast internship program. Discover how Marnie Dachis Marmet & Stephanie May Potter, co-hosts of the top 1% ranked The Art of Living Well Podcast, employed the help of interns to get extra help for their podcast while giving back at the same time. From this episode, you’ll learn: 08:15 - How to leverage outreach to secure bigger guests and grow quickly 10:49 - The benefits of recruiting a
Oct 30, 2024 • 33:22
Podcast SEO: Valuable tips to improve your podcast’s discoverability with Tahjma VanBuren | Ep 43
In the sea of 5 million+ podcasts out there, you can’t overlook the importance of SEO for discoverability. In today’s interview, we sat down with Tahjma VanBuren, a podcast SEO expert and founder of iMoves Management, who shared valuable tips and insights to help you put your podcast on the map using smart SEO hacks. From this episode, you’ll learn: 04:33 - Why you should reverse engineer your topics and titles around what people are searching for 05:55 - The importance of balancing re
Oct 23, 2024 • 24:02
Social media burnout? 14 alternative ways to promote your podcast | Ep 42
Constant algorithm changes, limited organic reach, and platform dependency are just a handful of reasons to skip social media when it comes to promoting your podcast. But what are the alternatives? In this episode, we’ll guide you through 14 ways to promote your podcast without using social media. Got a minute? We’d love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Visit Apple Podcasts and Spotify to leave us a review and make our day 😍 Get your free guide to get yourself booked as a guest in 4 weeks here: podw
Oct 16, 2024 • 21:11
Using email to convert podcast listeners into sales with Jeremy Enns | Ep 41
A newsletter is one of the best strategies for turning casual listeners into loyal followers who buy from you. If you’re not convinced, I’m confident you will be by the end of this episode. Discover how you can boost sales by combine an email strategy with your podcast, in this interview with Jeremy Enns. He’s the founder of Podcast Marketing Academy and the man behind the Scrappy Podcasting Newsletter, a newsletter that offers unconventional marketing ideas on how to punch above your weight
Oct 9, 2024 • 51:54
Creating relatable & authentic podcast content with EJ and Tarah Kerwin | Ep 40
Creating authentic and engaging content can help you attract sponsors, establish trust for your business, and turn listeners into clients. Our guests today are two very authentic hosts who are prime examples of how to build connections and create impact through podcasting. EJ and Tarah Kerwin and the hosts of Relationship Renovation, a podcast exploring the joys and challenges of navigating intimate relationships. In this episode, you’ll learn: 11:54 - Why they decided to manage their soci
Oct 2, 2024 • 45:27
How to create a valuable podcast you can sell someday with Heather Osgood | Ep 39
Building a valuable podcast you can sell isn’t about gaining listeners! To discover what it really takes to create a valuable podcast you can sell we are joined by Heath Osgood, Founder of The Podcast Broker, a service that facilitates the buying and selling of podcasts. From this interview, you’ll learn: -The factors that increase or decrease the price that a podcast can be sold for -What the process of buying or selling a podcast looks like from start to finish -How you can set your podca
Sep 25, 2024 • 24:47
15+ years of online audience building insights in 40mins with Jason Fitzgerald | Ep 38
You’re about to experience a crash course on building an online audience! In this episode, Jason Fitzgerald, host of the top 0.5% ranked The Strength Running Podcast, shares insights and advice that he’s collected over the past 15 years of content creation experience. This knowledge has allowed him to create a top podcast that receives roughly 150,000 monthly downloads, a YouTube channel with just under 100,000 subscribers, and a wildly popular blog with over 1,000 published articles. Yo
Sep 18, 2024 • 44:01
Are you bored of your podcast? Try this before you quit with Brian Keane | Ep 37
Are you tired of recycling the same episode topics? Want to spice up your podcast? In this episode, you’ll hear how Brian Keana, host of the top 0.5% podcast The Brian Keane Podcast, sparked fresh life and interest in his show after publishing hundreds of episodes, and how it unexpectedly helped him level up his thriving fitness business. You’ll also discover: -What happened we he took the $4,000 a month he made from sponsors and pumped it into ads to promote his show. -Why he stopped acc
Sep 11, 2024 • 58:30
14 money-making strategies used by top podcasters | Ep 36
Do your bank account a favor and press play! In this solo episode, host Sam Brake Guia walks you through 14 money-making strategies top podcasters use so you can take your podcast and bank account to the next level. Whether you’re new to podcasting, a veteran, or somewhere in between, you’re bound to find a technique that suits you for where you’re at. Get your free copy of our ebook “A Podcaster’s Guide to Growth”: https://podwritten.com/the-ultimate-guide-to-growing-your-podcast/ Got
Sep 4, 2024 • 32:45
Mastering the art of securing sponsorships for your podcast with Jonathan Levitt | Ep 35
Want to know what it takes to land a sponsorship deal with a global brand like Puma? You’ll find out how Jonathan Levitt, host of the top 0.5% ranked podcast For The Long Run, did exactly that in today’s episode. You’ll also discover: -How he assesses a sponsors’ needs to deliver the value and results that matter most to them -How he helped a solar energy company turn a $21,000 sponsorship deal for his podcast into $350,000 in revenue -How he tracks the return on ad spend for his sponsors
Aug 28, 2024 • 42:29
You DON'T need a big audience to benefit from podcasting with Billy Hofacker | Ep 34
You can reap the benefits of podcasting even with just 1,000 monthly listeners! Billy Hofacker, host of Your Fitness Money Coach Podcast, is evidence of this and shares his journey in podcasting that proves you can build a dedicated audience and attract clients, without a huge listenership. In this episode, you’ll find out: -How a bad experience with a guest taught him that social media numbers shouldn’t always be a priority when assessing guests -How to use podcast guesting as a tool to est
Aug 21, 2024 • 34:40
Becoming a bulldog with consistency and content with Debra Atkinson | Ep 33
Your content quality and consistency are the foundation of your show’s success. Debra Atkinson, host of the top 0.5% ranked podcast The Flipping 50 Show and She Means Fitness Business, shares lessons on how to create and deliver great content, based on over a decade of podcasting experience. In this episode, you’ll find out: -How she uses her audio content for more than just interviews and solo episodes -How curating top content lists of best-performing episodes has helped her grow her audie
Aug 14, 2024 • 49:07
Stop trying to please everyone and refine your niche with Philip Pape | Ep 32
You must identify what sets you apart from other podcasters in your niche to build a dedicated audience In today’s episode, Philip Pape, host of the top 1% ranked podcast Wits & Weights, shares his experience of pinpointing what makes his show unique and discusses how he sought feedback to improve the podcast. In this episode, you’ll find out: -How he strategically secures and leverages podcast swaps to grow his audience -The importance of obtaining feedback and acting on it -How he’s
Aug 7, 2024 • 34:04
Quit wasting time! Build a standout podcast workflow with Anna Dearmon Kornick | Ep 31
Show up to your podcast as the best version of you by learning how to manage your time to achieve more and grow further, while enjoying more downtime. Anna Dearmon Kornick is the host of It's About Time, and she’s here to share essential information you can use to improve your workflow and insight into how to grow your podcast. You’ll discover the most important tool she recommends for podcasting, the project management tools she swears by, and how she harnesses proactive outreach as one of
Jul 31, 2024 • 42:59
Using giveaways to expand and engage your podcast audience with Dr. Mariza Snyder | Ep 30
Secure 150 ratings and 50k podcast downloads in one month! Nope, this isn't a trick; it's just the power of giveaways. Dr. Mariza Snyder, host of Energized with Dr. Mariza, shares details on how she achieved this using giveaways. You’ll also discover her system for publishing four episodes a week and how her podcast has played a pivotal role in launching the many books she’s released. Got a minute? We’d love a review! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Visit Apple Podcasts and Spotify to leave us a review and mak
Jul 24, 2024 • 31:49
Driving new listeners to your podcast using paid ads with Megan Shields | Ep 29
Given that social media is a free and easy way of promoting your episodes to billions of users, using it to promote your podcast is a no-brainer. However, due to a rise in content and constantly changing algorithms, it’s becoming increasingly difficult to get your work in front of your followers, let alone new audiences. In this episode, we speak with Megan Shields CEO of ChimeHouse Media, a business focusing on Facebook and Instagram Ads for Podcasters. She shares the benefits of using ads
Jul 17, 2024 • 18:04
Treating your podcast as a business with Deanna Marie Radulescu | Ep 28
Want to know what it takes to run your podcast like a business? Deanna Marie Radulescu, host of Label Free, is here to share how she’s set her podcast up to generate income like a business, along with the numerous tactics she’s employed to grow her audience. In this episode, you’ll find out: -Why she charges her guests a fee to be featured on her show -How she’s implemented paid advertising to reach new audiences -How she used her podcast to develop the skillset necessary to produce other
Jul 10, 2024 • 22:19
Getting great guests for your show with Allan Misner | Ep 27
The guests you allow on your show will make or break your podcast. How do you find high-value guests for your show? Allan Misner, host of the top 0.5% ranked 40+ Fitness Podcast has the answer. Tune in because he’s going to share with you a game-changing tactic for finding and contacting valuable guests who will show up and deliver huge amounts of value for your show. In this episode, you’ll find out: -An uncommon method for creating completely unique podcast interviews that will set your s
Jul 3, 2024 • 40:00
How to repurpose your podcast episodes to reach more audiences | Ep 26
Time is your most valuable resource, especially if you want to create a high-quality, hit podcast! Learn how to efficiently and effectively create excellent content to grow your audience by repurposing your podcast episodes. In today’s episode of Mics to Millions, you’ll learn how to repurpose your podcast episodes into content for social media, blogs, YouTube videos, webinars, newsletters, and even more podcast episodes. Get your free copy of our ebook “A Podcaster’s Guide to Growth”: podw
Jun 26, 2024 • 18:35
How to get booked as a podcast guest in 4 weeks | Ep 25
Today you’re going to learn everything you need to start sending out pitches and get booked as a guest with this 4-week plan. It is no secret! Podcast guesting is one of the best strategies you can use to grow your show. For hosts who recognize how impactful podcast guesting can be to podcast growth, and are ready to begin their podcast guesting journey, this episode is for you! Get your free guide to get yourself booked as a guest in 4 weeks here: https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
Jun 19, 2024 • 12:00
Debunking myths about being a podcast guest to grow your show | Ep 24
If you’re a serious podcast host looking to grow your show, then you can’t miss out on the best method to reach new audiences – podcast guesting! Not convinced? Press play and discover what you’re missing out on. In this solo episode, host Sam Brake Guia, Co-founder of PodWritten, dives deep into why podcast guesting is so valuable for hosts looking to grow their shows, and he’ll also debunk misconceptions and squash the mental hurdles that so commonly hold back great hosts from guesting on ot
Jun 12, 2024 • 14:20
Rebranding your podcast with Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster | Ep 23
Reignite your passion for podcasting and open yourself up to exciting new topics with a rebrand. Yes, it is that simple, and our guest today, Dr. Yami Cazorla-Lancaster, host of the top 0.5% ranked podcast I AM HUMAN, will prove it to you by sharing her experience of successfully rebranding her show. In this episode, you’ll find out: How a rebrand can open you up to new topics and broaden your authority as an expert What the hardest part of rebranding your podcast is How repurposing old ep
Jun 5, 2024 • 45:13
Thriving as a podcaster with ADHD with Tracy Otsuka | Ep 22
Calling all ADHD podcasters! You’re about to learn how your ADHD brain can become your greatest superpower in podcasting. Tracy Otsuka, host of the top 0.1% ranked podcast ADHD for Smart Ass Women, joins us to share how she’s tapped into her ADHD brain and harnessed it to build a budding audience of 200,000 monthly listeners. In this episode, you’ll find out: -How downsizing her team led to greater productivity -Her story of overcoming her fear of podcast guesting -Why podcast guesting is
May 29, 2024 • 39:36
Exploding your social media using podcasting with Dr. Latt Mansor | Ep 21
You're sitting on a goldmine of social media content with your podcast! Find out how to repurpose it in our interview with Dr. Latt Mansor, host of Health Via Modern Nutrition. He took his social media from 2k to 184k+ followers on Instagram using his podcast content. In this episode, you’ll find out: -How podcast guesting helped him improve his approach to podcasting -What you need to know to find a podcast editor that is right for you -How to seek out resources to help you become a better po
May 22, 2024 • 32:05
Stepping into public speaking through podcasting with Megan Lyons | Ep 20
Want to know how podcasting can be a gateway into public speaking? If the answer is yes, this episode is for you. Joining us today is Megan Lyons, host of Wellness Your Way with Megan Lyons, who shares insights you can use to grow your brand and get paid through public speaking opportunities. In this episode, you’ll find out: -How Megan has attracted leads to her business through speaking opportunities -How her podcast has helped her secure speaking gigs -Why you shouldn’t offer to speak on a
May 15, 2024 • 34:28
Building your podcast audience with these tactics with Dr. Lucy Burns | Ep 19
Podcast growth doesn’t need to be difficult! You can easily grow your show with basic yet effective steps. And our guest today will show you how. Dr. Lucy Burns, one of the two hosts behind the top 1% ranked Real Health and Weight Loss Podcast, joins us to share the simple changes they made that had a huge impact on their growth. In this episode, you’ll find out: -How they’ve used paid ads to grow their show -Steps they’ve taken to encourage listeners to leave ratings for their show -How they’
May 8, 2024 • 29:33
Avoiding these mistakes can grow your podcast faster with Dr. Anthony Balduzzi | Ep 18
Learn from these mistakes to build an audience of hundreds of thousands – without all the headaches and growing pains! With 730k+ subscribers on YouTube, Dr. Anthony Balduzzi, host of the Fit Father Project Podcast, is no stranger to success when building an online audience. But there are many things he wishes he had done differently because his mistakes held him back from growing further and faster. In this episode, you’ll find out: -Why he recommends batch recording your interviews -How podc
May 1, 2024 • 37:21
Pitching yourself to secure podcast guest interviews with Michelle Grosser | Ep 17
Want to learn how to pitch yourself and get booked as a podcast guest? Then, this episode is a must-listen. Today, we sit down with Michelle Grosser, host of the top 1% ranked podcast The Calm Mom. She joins us to share the insights and lessons learned from sending three to four podcast pitches a day for six months and discusses the incredible impact it’s had on her podcast. In this episode, you’ll find out how: -Keywords help her boost the visibility of her podcast -To secure speaking opport
Apr 24, 2024 • 37:27
Attracting customers to your retail store using podcasting with Sheena Mannina | Ep 16
With the global reach of podcasting, you might expect a physical retail store to focus its marketing efforts more locally. But according to Sheena Mannina, host of the top 1% ranked podcast Raw Talk with Sheena and owner of Raw Republic Juice, podcasting can be a great way to bring foot traffic to your store from far and wide. In this episode, you’ll find out how: -Her podcast has helped develop a sense of trust among consumers -Podcast guesting has been the single best tactic to grow her audi
Apr 17, 2024 • 37:59
Growing your show and revenue using live events with Colleen Rosenblum & Bridgett Garratt | Ep 15
Taking your podcast into the real world using live events can be a game-changer! Today’s guests are the co-hosts of Hot Flashes and Cool Topic, Colleen Ricci Rosenblum and Bridgett Biagi Garratt. They share how they’ve taken their podcasting to another level and expanded into live events to grow their show and community, while also increasing revenue. In this episode, you’ll find out how: -Live events can bring more attention to your podcast and overarching message -They used podcast conventio
Apr 10, 2024 • 46:44
Feeling defeated in podcasting? Learn from these lessons on setbacks with David Ralph | Ep 14
Does trying to get your podcast off the ground feel like you're pushing a boulder up a hill? Well, you’re not alone! In fact, many top-ranking podcast hosts have been through the same experience, one of whom is David Ralph, the host of the top 0.5% ranked Join Up Dots podcast with 200,000 monthly listeners. With over a decade of experience working on his podcast, David has many pearls of wisdom on how to learn from setbacks and create a popular and profitable podcast, even in the face of adve
Apr 3, 2024 • 46:23
Hiring a podcast booking agency to reach new audiences with Ali Shapiro | Ep 13
Getting on other podcasts as a guest is a game-changer when it comes to growing your podcast. After all, it allows you to speak to engaged audiences who already love consuming podcasts. Our guest today is Ali Shapiro, host of the top 1% ranked podcast Insatiable, Creator of Truce with Food, and a former client of PodWritten. She knows firsthand the power of podcast guesting as she's used it to grow her audience and drive clients to her business. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Being a
Mar 27, 2024 • 44:13
Ditching the self-centered narrative is key to growing your audience organically with Danielle Collins | Ep 12
Is your content more focused on yourself rather than the value you can provide? This is a common mistake made by those looking to build an online audience. Danielle Collins, host of The Face Yoga Expert, has been there too. However, after realizing the secret sauce for organic growth is providing value to your audience, she’s managed to gain over 1 million social media followers. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Danielle has organically grown her audience throughout the years You can buil
Mar 20, 2024 • 31:44
Converting listeners into clients using the 3P method with Joe Sanok | Ep 11
Looking to offer value to your listeners with products and services, but don’t know where to start? Good news, Joe Sanok, host of The Practice of the Practice podcast, has the solution! He joins us to share his “pain, product, price” (3P) process for engaging with a podcast audience so you can add real value to your offerings and bring in more revenue. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Podcasting helped him achieve freedom in his life Blogging allowed him to test which topics would make
Mar 13, 2024 • 39:59
Teaming up with a podcast producer can impact your show’s success with Dr. Ben Rall | Ep 10
Got a wealth of expertise to offer your listeners but drowning in the editing and publishing side of podcasting? It's time to let a podcast producer handle the nitty-gritty while you shine where it matters most – delivering top-notch content to your audience. Dr. Ben Rall, host of the Designed To Heal Podcast shares why teaming up with a producer can be a critical moment for your podcasting journey. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Bleeping out curse words makes your podcast more inclusiv
Mar 6, 2024 • 41:53
Marketing your podcast might not be your forte; and it’s ok with Elizabeth Cush | Ep 09
Feeling like marketing your podcast isn't your strong suit? Don’t worry; you’re not alone. Promoting a show might not be second nature to everyone, but it's still entirely possible to cultivate an audience and turn your podcast into a money-maker. Today’s guest, Elizabeth Cush, the host of Awaken Your Wise Woman, is proof of that. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Elizabeth started her podcast as Women Warriors, then transitioned it to Awaken Your Wise Woman She navigated through initial
Feb 28, 2024 • 28:55
Getting more podcast listeners from social media with Wendy Valentine | Ep 08
Already have a few thousand social media followers? Today's guest, Wendy Valentine, host of The Midlife Makeover Show, gives you the full rundown on how to combine the power of podcasting and social media to build an audience and make that cash register ring. In this episode, you’ll find out how: She’s able to turn up to every recording with energy and enthusiasm She travels full-time while also recording a podcast Her podcast plays a vital role in selling her online courses Various platforms
Feb 21, 2024 • 43:59
Optimizing your podcasting process for maximum efficiency with Michael Stein | Ep 07
Obsessed with planning and creating systems for increased efficiency? This one's for you! With over 450 podcast episodes published under his two active podcasts – and a third one on the way – today’s guest, Michael Stein, has got podcast production down to an art. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Michael automated the podcast production process even before launching Long Shot Leaders and The Stein Time Show His ADHD has impacted how he approaches his podcasts He gets ready to interview hi
Feb 14, 2024 • 45:27
Using QR codes for podcast promotion with Lisa Smith | Ep 06
Looking for new ways to boost your podcast’s visibility? Meet Lisa Smith, the host of Pretty Well, who ingeniously achieves this goal by using QR code postcards. Her creative approach is a strong reminder that unconventional methods can enable podcasters to diversify audience reach, create memorable experiences, and increase engagement. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Lisa improved Pretty Well’s structure by studying successful shows Running Pretty Well has helped her attract clients to
Feb 7, 2024 • 27:28
Monetizing your podcast through affiliate marketing with Omar Cumberbatch | Ep 05
Still believe sponsorship and ads are the only ways to monetize your podcast? Today’s guest, Omar Cumberbatch, invites you to rethink that strategy. Omar is the host of This Podcast Burns Fat! and Health Coach Academy. He provides a unique perspective into the perks of podcasting and shares insights on how affiliate marketing can be a game-changer for podcasters even if they have 100 listeners. In this episode you’ll find out how: Omar benefits from hosting This Podcast Burns Fat! and Healt
Jan 31, 2024 • 41:43
Unveiling the pros and cons of podcasting for new hosts with Katie Fogarty | Ep 04
Curious about what goes on behind the curtain of a top 1% podcast? It’s not always sunshine and rainbows! Our guest Katie Fogarty offers a sneak peek into that world and opens up about the challenges she has faced and the rewards she’s reaped from her podcast A Certain Age. Whether you're on the brink of launching your own show or seeking to elevate an existing one, don't miss out on the invaluable insights Katie has to offer. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Katie motivated herself to be
Jan 24, 2024 • 40:26
Tapping into multiple revenue streams to monetize your podcast with Scott Gazzoli | Ep 03
Want to earn thousands of dollars from your health and wellness podcast? Well, today’s guest can do just that. Scott is the host of Causing The Effect, and he’s brought in solid revenue through ads and other tactics thanks to his podcast which started as a passion project. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Being selective about the guests he accepts helps him create better content. Authentic conversations help you stand out from the crowd. Scott uses podcast guesting to drive audience grow
Jan 17, 2024 • 37:07
Using SEO for fast podcast growth with Michele Riechman | Ep 02
Feeling like your show is lost in the sea of health and wellness podcasts? Our guest Michele Riechman knows how to tackle that problem! Michele is the host of Healthy Beyond 40, and she’s built a solid audience and monetized her show even before hitting her one year anniversary. And her secret isn’t a large social media following. It’s SEO mastery. In this episode, you’ll find out how: Michele leveraged podcast guesting to build up confidence before creating Healthy Beyond 40. Her strategic us
Jan 17, 2024 • 32:56
Achieving 20 million podcast downloads with Kelly Smith | Ep 01
Ready to turn your podcast dreams into a reality with 20 million downloads? Today, we've got someone who’s done it! Kelly Smith is the host of Mindful In Minutes, and she’ll share with you her advice on what it takes to hit that milestone, so you can too. In this episode, you’ll find out: How Kelly started her yoga journey and created Mindful In Minutes. The most successful steps Kelly took to effectively promote her podcast. Why she needed to level up her “professionalism” to grow her show. H
Jan 17, 2024 • 48:42
