Blame the Influencers (Insider 219)


The influence of social media influencers on new podcasters, creative brainstorming tips, podcast monetization strategies, and unique ways to enhance your podcasting experience.in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ...

Episode Topics

  • Relationship between influencers and podcasting, including the financial aspect and expectations of new podcasters
  • The impact of influencer culture on new podcasters' expectations for quick payment and fame
  • Creative potential and embracing constraints to unlock new ideas for podcast content
  • Using lighting changes, like the Echo Glow, to set creative moods or indicate different segments in a podcast
  • The importance of building a podcast over time and understanding it as a long-term commitment, rather than seeking instant success
  • Strategies for obtaining podcast ratings and reviews through personalized requests rather than general announcements
  • Explanation of the "7-Minute Creative Challenge" to brainstorm podcast ideas rapidly

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Episode Timestamps

  • 00:00 Influencers Make How Much?
  • 05:12 The Myth of Overnight Success
  • 08:07 Rushing Success Risks Failure
  • 12:11 Oprah's Early Career ... A Podcast Brainstorm
  • 14:57 Dynamic Lighting for Podcasters
  • 17:46 How to Ask for Feedback

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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 219 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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