Setting your podcast up to stand out in a crowded field and attract new listeners can be challenging. There's one change you can make that's incredibly powerful. Tune into this episode to learn how this underutilized podcasting growth strategy can help your show, plus my formula for implementing it!

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• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
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This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.

FAQ Friday answering "How much does it cost to start a podcast?" The answer is probably less than you think. In this episode, I'm breaking down the real startup numbers, including the exact microphone, recording software, and podcast hosting platform I recommend for beginners, plus what's truly optional.

Resources Mentioned:

• Samson Q2U: https://a.co/d/0bh4VOeH
• Audacity: audacityteam.org
• Buzzsprout: ThePodcastTeacher.com/buzzsprout (this is an affiliate link, meaning that I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you).

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• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
• A free consultation: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/consult

Send me your podcasting question: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/question

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Why aren’t more people clicking on your podcast? Your cover art could be one of the biggest reasons. In this episode, you’ll learn 3 podcast cover art mistakes that may be costing you listeners before they ever press play. We’ll cover what makes cover art hard to read, which design choices can make your show easier to overlook, and how to create a cover that clearly communicates what your podcast is about. If you want your podcast to stand out in search results and attract more of the right listeners, start with these simple cover art fixes.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 86 - 7 Podcast Naming Mistakes to Avoid | Podcasting Tips for Titles, Launches, and Rebranding

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• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
• A free consultation: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/consult

Send me your podcasting question: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/question

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.

FAQ Friday answering "Do I need video to have a successful podcast?" With all the video podcast headlines lately, so many podcasters are quietly worried they're behind. In this episode, I'm sharing what the video trend really means for everyday podcasters and how to decide if video ever belongs in your podcasting workflow.

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• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
• A free consultation: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/consult

Send me your podcasting question: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/question

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Ever sit down to plan your next episode and think, "I've already covered everything"? After 250 episodes, that exact thought hit me too... and the way out was advice I've been giving my own clients for years. Today, I'm sharing why the fear of repeating yourself is what's actually draining your podcast content ideas, what your listeners really need from you, and the one planning question that makes coming up with episodes so much easier.

Resources Mentioned:

• 5 Ways to Never Run Out of Episode Ideas

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• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
• A free consultation: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/consult

Send me your podcasting question: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/question

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.

FAQ Friday answering "Do I need to be tech-savvy to start a podcast?" If technology is the thing holding you back from podcasting, this episode is for you. I'm walking through every piece of "tech" actually involved in publishing a podcast episode, plus my honest test for whether you have the skills to do this.

Take Your Next Step:

• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
• A free consultation: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/consult

Send me your podcasting question: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/question

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.

Growing your podcast doesn't have to mean chasing listeners all over the internet. Today, I'm sharing the condensed version of the podcast SEO presentation I gave at the Empowered Podcasting Conference... a 3-step strategy that attracts the right listeners while you're offline. You'll learn where podcast search actually looks, the one-time optimizations that quietly work around the clock, and the 10-minute habit that helps new listeners find every episode you publish.

Take Your Next Step:

• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
• A free consultation: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/consult

Send me your podcasting question: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/question

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.

FAQ Friday answering "How can I grow my podcast without social media?" Yes, it's possible, and my own show is the proof. In this episode, I'm sharing the three podcast growth strategies I recommend instead of the social media hamster wheel, including the one responsible for most of my own show's growth.

Take Your Next Step:

• Podcast Roadmap: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap
• 50+ Podcasters Launch Club: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/club
• A free consultation: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/consult

Send me your podcasting question: www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/question

This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com.