A Podcasting Lesson from Marvel Studios (Big Podcast Insider Issue 182)


Boost your podcasting game with marketing insights, tools for guest agreements, sound tips, and productivity hacks from the latest episode of Build a Big Podcast!

Key Themes

  • Podcast growth strategies
  • Post-production and editing
  • Audience engagement tips
  • Marketing insights from Marvel Studios
  • Useful podcast tools
  • The importance of clear agreements, for co-hosts, guests, and podcast sponsors

Topics covered in this episode:​

  • Podcasting Lesson from Marvel Studios: Insights into how Marvel uses motion capture technology and how it relates to podcasting postproduction
  • How Sound Works for Podcasters: Explanation of sound dynamics and tips for avoiding unwanted noise during recordings
  • Subtraction by Derek Sivers: Discussion on focus and productivity, highlighting Derek Sivers' philosophy of saying no to distractions
  • Free Tool for Guest Agreements: Introduction to a tool for collecting electronic signatures on guest agreements to avoid future misunderstandings
  • Challenges with Time Zones: Keeping track of time zones and mention of using automated booking tools to simplify scheduling

Episode Timestamps

  • 04:14 Facade over actor's expressions in film industry (and your podcast)
  • 08:50 Leaf blowers and podcasters - a lesson in sound
  • 11:51 Eating too much?
  • 13:45 A quality mic and quiet environment
  • 18:09 Podcasting tools for audience building and monetization

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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 182 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more.   ​

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