How to Get More Listeners in Apple Podcasts (Insider 211)


Discover affordable podcasting gear, listener growth strategies, and exclusive discounts on podcasting gear from David Hooper in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

Episode Topics


  • Podcasting During the Holidays: Importance of maintaining connections with listeners through podcasting during the holiday season.

  • Big Podcast Insider Newsletter: Overview of items covered in newsletter issue number 211, including podcast studio setup, gaining more listeners on Apple Podcasts, and improving microphone audio.

  • Affordable Podcast Studio Setup: How to create a podcast studio for $158 with specific equipment recommendations like the Shure SM58 microphone and Focusrite Vocaster One interface.

  • Apple Podcasts Category Personalization: New updates to Apple Podcasts that make it easier for listeners to discover podcasts based on their favorite categories.

  • Localizing Your Content: Importance of modifying your podcast delivery and content to better fit the needs and preferences of your audience.

  • Microphone Modification: How to make a $139 AKG Perception microphone sound like a $3500 Neumann U 87 mic with a simple $10 modification.

  • Unlimited Music Licensing: Information on obtaining unlimited licensing for over 300,000 music tracks and sound effects for a one-time fee.

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Episode Timestamps

  • 03:52 Mic with monitor and gain controls simplifies recording
  • 06:48 Make your podcast compete using "life experience" and quality audio
  • 11:40 Adapt delivery to fit audience needs - this is how McDonald's got so big!
  • 15:32 DEAL >>> Unlimited music downloads: $99 one-time, worldwide license
  • 17:31 Affordable, reliable microphone choice for field use
  • 19:46 Free backup storage - protect your podcast recordings!

The Newsletter for Podcasters

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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 211 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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