The Podcasting University - Podcasting Tips to Start a Podcast

Finding the perfect podcast topic is crucial for the success of your podcast - both from a long term sustenance perspective and also from an audience building point of view.Picking a too narrow topic can impact the longevity whereas picking a very broad topic could confuse your listeners.In this episode I talk about 4 key points that you need to look at when picking the right podcast topic for your show.More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/163Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guideLove the insights from this episode?Make sure you never miss a beat with Chatpods!Whether you're commuting, working out, or just on the go, Chatpods lets you capture and summarize key takeaways effortlessly.🚀 Save time, stay organized, and keep your thoughts at your fingertips.🔗 Download Chatpods directly from App Store or Google Play and use it to listen to this podcast today!

Does SEO work in Podcasting? If so, how do you optimize your podcast for search engines?In this episode, we will be continuing our discussion on podcast Search Engine Optimization and will talk further about podcast SEO best practices, how to optimize a podcast using SEO and how SEO can help you get more audience.Listen till the end to learn a nice little trick to find a new audience with your interview episodes.What we discussed on the showHere are some of the things we discussed on the show today -[02:07] - The 3 Step Podcast Optimization technique[08:17] - Some Keyword Research Techniques to stand out from the competition[12:11] - How a website can help you beat your competitionMore InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/73You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guideRecommended Podcasting ResourcesHere are the resources that I recommend for Podcasting and SEOUbersuggest - The Keyword research tool that I recommendAcast Podcast hosting – I recommend and use Acast for podcast hosting. I absolutely love their support, simplicity, and their monetization feature. You can even start for FREE!Behringer Audio Interface – You will need an audio interface if you are using an XLR microphone. This is my recommended audio interface.Zencastr – Zencastr is the easiest option to record interviews, both audio-only and audio+video. This is a must for an interview podcast.Audacity – This is the best and the most feature-rich free audio editing software. It gives you a lot of options while editing your interviews.Blue Yeti USB Microphone – My recommended microphoneTidycal – My recommended calendar and booking solutions

Should you use Zoom for podcast interviews?What are the best settings to get the best audio quality from zoom while recording podcast interviews?Most remote interview recording software are paid. Zencastr was the only FREE option out there, if you wanted a good audio recording software as a podcaster. But with that too becoming a paid software, the only option you have is ZOOM.But to get the best out of ZOOM, you need to keep a few things in mind.In this episode, I will share some of those things that you should be aware of and the things you need to keep in mind when using ZOOM for your podcast interview recordings.More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/135Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide

Editing is one of the most critical pieces in Podcasting.But 70% of podcasters are making simple editing mistakes that ruins their show.Want to save your show from hitting a dead end?Avoid these 9 common editing mistakes!More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/160Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide

In this episode we will talk about a very important problem that a lot of podcasters face - taking a break without losing listeners.We all need a break. A break helps us rejuvenate and come back fresh - with a fresh mind and fresh ideas, so that we can continue with our podcasting journey and offer even better value..But, this comes with a risk of losing listeners.You listeners drop off and move away when they hear silence from your show.So how do you fix this?In this episode we talk about 6 such proven strategies that can help you take a break from podcasting without losing your listeners.More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/157Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide

Creating a thriving community around your podcast is a game-changer.Not only does it help with listener engagement, but it also builds loyalty, provides valuable feedback, and can become a source of inspiration for future content.In this episode, we'll look at the benefits of having a dedicated community, the tools and platforms you can use to build one, effective engagement strategies, and how to leverage your community for podcast growth.More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/158Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide

If you have not started a podcast because you think it is expensive, then this one is for you.A lot of people think podcasting is expensive.But the truth is that you don’t need a huge budget to get started. Today I’m going to show you exactly how to launch a podcast on a budget for under $100.If you want to get started with your show without breaking the bank, the listen on…More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/157Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide

Are you wondering why some podcast episodes captivate listeners from start to finish while others fall flat?The answer lies in the podcast episode structure.A well-structured podcast episode not only keeps the audience engaged but also enhances the overall listening experience.As a podcast host, creating a captivating and engaging episode is crucial to keeping your audience hooked and coming back for more.One key aspect of achieving this is by nailing the ultimate podcast episode structure.But what exactly is a good podcast episode structure?In this episode, we will look into the key elements that make up a successful podcast episode structure and how it can help keep your listeners hooked.More InformationYou can find more information including the show notes and the resources at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/125Use my special link - https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/go/zencastr-new/ to save 30% off your first month of any Zencastr paid plan. You can follow me on social media at -Instagram - https://instagram.com/podcastinguniversityTwitter - https://twitter.com/thepodversityJoin my FREE 10-day eCourse to learn how to start a podcast at https://thepodcastinguniversity.com/free-guide