Discover the impact of a strong domain name, the secrets to naming your podcast, and how to make your podcast sound bigger with this episode of Build a Big Podcast!
Main Objectives of this Episode
- Growing your podcast audience
- Making a podcast that people seek out
- Creating content that helps people (and makes you money)
Episode Overview
- Dotcom domains: Ego stroke or good decision
- How to book an interview and its benefits
- Naming or renaming your podcast
- Robot podcasting and related ideas
- Tricks to make your podcast sound bigger
Dotcom Domains Discussion
- Importance of having a dotcom domain
- Comparison of dotcom domains to alternative domain variations
- Market insights and advice on purchasing dotcom domains
- Personal experiences and anecdotes related to domain names
- Creativity in domain naming using different examples
- Tools to find available domains
Be a Guest Segment
- Story of Engel Jones and his 3000-interview goal
- Invitation to participate in Engel Jones' current podcast
- Benefits of learning from high-volume interview operations
How to Name or Rename Your Podcast
- Complexity of changing a podcast name
- Tools for brainstorming and vetting podcast names
- Importance of cultural and linguistic sensitivity
- Cautionary tales and lessons from naming mistakes
- Agencies and services for professional rebranding assistance
Robot Podcasting and More
- Insights from RadioDaysAsia
- Human elements that improve podcasting (authenticity, respect, fun, etc.)
- Importance of preparation and its impact on live radio vs. taped podcasts
- Encouragement to consider more thorough preparation
Tricks to Make Your Podcast Sound Bigger
- Importance of multiple voices for listener engagement
- Use of AI-generated voices for variety
- Additional suggested resources and article links
Importance of Consistency
- Consistency in release schedules to build and maintain audience trust
- Examples of consistent release schedules (daily, weekly, monthly)
Additional Information
- Subscribe to Build a Big Podcast
- See Big Podcast AMP for personalized podcast growth assistance
Episode Timestamps
- 06:05 Losing a domain forces creative name choices
- 08:10 Get a valuable domain; negotiate lower prices
- 14:58 Write/podcast about lasting topics; plan, adapt accordingly
- 17:36 Preparation is essential for delivering effective broadcasts
- 22:11 Consistency is key to growing podcast audience
- 22:43 Consistent podcast releases build trust and audience
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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:
This is the audio companion to Issue 198 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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