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3 Podcasting Mistakes to Avoid that Undermine Your Authority

03 Jun 2026

Contributed by Lukas

I’m breaking down three podcasting mistakes to avoid that can make listeners lose interest fast, including the 4 words that reveal you’re overexpl...

The Podcast Launch Strategy I’d Use Starting From Zero

27 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcast launch advice focuses on hitting publish. Almost none of it teaches you how to launch in a way that helps listeners actually find, follow...

How to Know If Video Podcasting Is Worth It for Your Show | Alban Brooke, Buzzsprout

21 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Everyone is talking about video podcasting right now. Almost nobody is talking about what it takes to do it well without turning your audio show into ...

Apple Video Podcasts Are Here. Should You Care? | Alban Brooke, Buzzsprout

20 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Apple Video Podcasts are here, Amazon is following suit, and every podcaster is asking the same question: “Am I missing out if I’m not on video?”...

Podcasting Trends to Watch: Could Spotify’s New Discovery Tool Get You More Listeners?

13 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Spotify says 34 million podcasts are discovered for the first time every week. Now they’ve rolled out AI-curated playlists that claim to match liste...

How to Get More Listeners From Your Existing Episodes Using Podcast SEO | Philip Pape

06 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve heard of Podcast SEO. You’ve probably even tried using AI to “optimize” your podcast. But if your show still isn’t showing up for the...

Watch Me Decode Your Podcast's Analytics in Real Time

29 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We all know downloads aren’t the best metric for growing a podcast. And yet… what do we do? Log into our hosting platform, check downloads, and us...

How to Get More Listeners to Click Your Links In Each Episode | Vance Morris

23 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If people are listening to your podcast, but not clicking your links, joining your list, or buying your offers, your listener journey is probably miss...

The Disney Strategy Behind Podcasts Listeners Follow and Come Back To | Vance Morris

22 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What makes Disney the one place in the world most people can’t wait to go back to? It ain’t the rides, the characters, or the fireworks. It’s ho...

Best Time to Release Podcast Episodes? What Most Podcasting Advice Gets Wrong

15 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Got Podcasting Questions? Send them to me here.Love this show? Say thanks in true podcasting style by leaving a review or share it with your podcastin...

Where to Put CTAs in Your Podcast (So Listeners Actually Click, Sign Up, and Buy)

08 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters are using CTAs in their episodes and still getting zero clicks, signups, or sales. It’s not because CTAs don’t work. It’s becaus...

Where AI Wastes More Time Than It Saves in Your Podcast (3 Questions to Ask) | Joe Casabona

02 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters think AI speeds things up, when really it creates more work through rewriting, tweaking, and fixing some more. Podcast systems expert ...

Is AI Making Your Podcast Easier to Skip? | Joe Casabona

01 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What if the very thing you’re using to make your podcast better is the reason people are skipping it? Sure, AI has changed how we work. But without ...

Why Listeners Love Your Podcast But Aren’t Becoming Clients

25 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What makes the difference between a podcast that’s interesting to listen to and one that actually moves listeners to act? Find out the three psycho...

How Listeners Decide Whether Your Podcast Is Worth Listening To

18 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Find out why some podcasts get chosen while others get overlooked, even when your content is great.In this episode, you’ll learn the four signs that...

4 Podcast Mistakes That Kill Word-of-Mouth Growth | Arielle Nissenblatt

12 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters say their content is valuable. But if no one is sharing your episodes, recommending your show, or mentioning it in their communities, ...

Why People Find Your Podcast But Don’t Hit Follow | Arielle Nissenblatt

11 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters think getting new listeners is about promotion: more clips, more posts, more ads. But if people find your show and don't hit foll...

Apple’s Video Update Explained (And Why It Won’t Grow Your Podcast)

04 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Apple Podcasts just rolled out a new video experience, and the industry is split down the middle. Some are calling it transformative. Others are calli...

3 Podcast SEO Moves That Increased My Downloads 41%

25 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It doesn’t matter how good your episodes are if listeners can't find them. You can add video, guest on other podcasts, or post on social media,...

From Invisible To #1 Worldwide In 1 Week With Podcast SEO

18 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Support the showLiked this episode? Share it with your podcasting friends! Love this show? Say thanks in true podcasting style by leaving a review. Ta...

How to Get Your Podcast Featured in Top Publications Before You’re a Big Show

12 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

You don’t need a massive audience to get media attention. In the media world, downloads aren’t what open doors. That’s why PR experts Bridget Si...

Why You Don’t Need Big Download Numbers to Get Big Guests, Sponsors, and Deals

11 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been telling yourself that bigger downloads are the reason other podcasts land better guests, sponsors, and opportunities, think again. PR...

Fix My Pod | Why Your Podcast Gets Seen but Not Clicked (And How to Fix It)

04 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Your podcast isn’t stuck at the same download count each week because you “need more marketing.” In most cases, it’s because when marketing do...

Out of Podcast Ideas? Watch Me Build Today’s Episode From Listener Emails

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever opened your content calendar, stared at a blank doc, and wondered whether skipping a week would really be *that* bad, this one’s fo...

What Your Podcast Messaging Reveals to New Listeners in Under 3 Seconds | Anthony Craiker

21 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters are convinced their show is “clear enough,” that listeners will eventually find them, and that growth is just a matter of time and...

What to Say in the First 15 Seconds to Keep Listeners Listening

14 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasts lose listeners in the first 15 seconds. Not after the first ad. Not halfway into the episode. Right at the start. In this episode, we br...

Podcast Network Red Flags to Watch For | Stephen Perlstein

08 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Some podcast networks promise exposure and end up limiting how you monetize and how much control of your content you keep. This episode will help you ...

How to Know If a Podcast Network Is Right for You | Stephen Perlstein

07 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

If you think getting picked up by a podcast network is the fast track to podcast  growth, this episode will save you from some disappointment (and pr...

5 Experts Predict the Future of Podcasting

31 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast platforms are changing what gets seen and what gets shared, and if your show is still built for how podcasting *used* to work, it’ll get ski...

How to Turn a ‘Nice’ Podcast Into a Must-Listen Show | Lauren Penna

24 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your podcast might be fine. People listen. They say it’s “nice.” And then… nothing happens. You’re 30, 50, maybe 100 episodes in, and the sh...

Fix My Pod | Why “I Love Your Show” Doesn’t Lead to Growth

17 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If listeners tell you they love your podcast but you’re 50+ episodes in and you’re *still* not sure where (or if) people are finding your show, or...

How to Diagnose Exactly Where Your Podcast Is Losing Listeners

10 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your podcast isn’t bringing in more listeners month over month, the problem usually isn’t your content. It’s the invisible leaks inside your ...

Q + A | My Podcast Isn't Converting. Help!

03 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcast hosts chase “growth” without understanding how a podcast funnel actually works. And if you’re only looking at downloads or list sig...

The One Positioning Shift That Can Take Your Podcast Top 10 Overnight | Amy Castro

26 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Amy Castro had already rebranded her podcast once, and her show still wasn’t reaching the right people. So she made one simple shift in how she posi...

One Surprising Way to Reach New Listeners Without Guesting or Social Media | Lauren Passell, Tink Media

20 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters think growth comes from hustling guest appearances or endlessly turning episodes into short-form videos for social media. But guesting...

The Audience-Borrowing Strategy That Turns Strangers Into Listeners | Lauren Passell, Tink Media

19 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Podcast growth won’t come from convincing the same people who already know, like, and trust you to finally listen. Real podcast growth comes from tu...

Why Episode Numbers Don’t Belong in Your Episode Titles (and What to Do Instead)

12 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Should you put episode numbers in your podcast titles? Some podcasters swear it makes episodes easier to find. Others argue it kills discoverability. ...

Fix My Pod | 3 Low-Lift Ways to Get New Listeners Without Living on Social Media

05 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when you’re doing everything “right” (publishing weekly, emailing your list, sharing your episodes) but your podcast still isn’t ...

Q + A | What’s the Fastest Way to Grow My Podcast If I Hate Marketing?

29 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Every podcaster wants the same thing: a podcast that grows quickly, without eating more of your time, draining your energy, or demanding a marketing b...

The 7-Day Fix for Slow Podcast Growth | Dr. Annie Campanile

22 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when the podcast you’ve worked so hard to build isn’t holding people’s attention? After her “perfect” launch — charting, down...

5 Habits That Separate Top-Rated Podcasters From the Rest | Alex Sanfilippo, PodMatch

16 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if the real driver of podcast growth isn’t how consistent you are or how well you market your show? There are 5 invisible mechanics every top p...

The Content Shift That Can Double Your Downloads | Alex Sanfilippo, PodMatch

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your podcast isn’t growing, it might be tempting to blame your marketing. But before you spend more time or money there, it’s time to take a ha...

3 Signs Your Podcast SEO Is Paying Off

08 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters have no idea if their podcast SEO is working. You don’t want to spend hours optimizing your show only to stay invisible in search. T...

5 Best Podcast SEO Practices to Rank at the Top of Apple and Spotify Search | Irène Picco, Ausha

02 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

One in two podcast listeners discover new shows through search inside Apple and Spotify… which means, if your show isn’t showing up in search, you...

41% Podcast Growth in 30 Days with Podcast SEO. Here’s How. | Irène Picco, Ausha

01 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

41% more downloads in just 30 days. No podcast ads. No podcast guesting sprint. Just Podcast SEO done right.In this episode, I’m joined by Irene Pic...

Why Podcast SEO Makes It Easier Than Ever for Niche Shows to Get Discovered

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

“Just stay consistent and make great content” is the podcast industry’s favorite advice, and it’s exactly why most shows never grow. It doesn’...

5 Ways to Create Swiftie-Level Loyalty That Drives Podcast Growth

17 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor Swift’s engagement dominated headlines, but the real story is what it revealed about fan psychology. To outsiders, it might look like an obse...

Taylor Swift’s Engagement Just Handed Us The Biggest Podcast Marketing Lesson Yet

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Taylor Swift’s engagement isn’t just celebrity gossip, it’s the biggest podcast marketing lesson of the year.Swifties aren’t only streaming he...

Fix My Pod | Is Your Audience Too Broad to Grow? Here's How to Tell

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve niched down (at least, you think you have). You’ve defined your ideal listener, picked a category, maybe even reworked your show descriptio...

Q + A | How Do You Make Listeners Care About Non-Trendy Topics?

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Hot topics get clicks. But what about the episodes you want to record, even if they’re not “trendy” or SEO-friendly? It's a smart question,...

The One Thing Every Podcast Needs to Make New Listeners Hit Play | Kristi Mayfield

20 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think your podcast doesn’t need to solve a problem? In this episode, fellow podcast host and wine educator Kristi Mayfield shares how uncovering the...

3 Tests Every Podcaster Should Run Before Their Next Episode Airs | Jay Nachlis

14 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s great to hear “I love your podcast!” from friends and fans — but let’s face it, we BOTH know that this kind of feedback won’t tell yo...

How to Find Out What Listeners Really Want From Your Podcast | Jay Nachlis, Coleman Insights

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters rely on feedback from listeners and fans to figure out whether their podcast is good—and it’s costing them hundreds (even thousand...

The Guest Booking Strategy That Saves You From Boring Guests

06 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever finished an interview and thought, “Well, that sucked”? Your audience felt that too — and one boring, rambling guest can make even your mos...

Fix My Pod | Not Getting Listens? It Could Be Your Episode Titles

30 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve done everything the podcasting experts say to do: publish weekly, stay consistent, share on social. Maybe you’ve even changed your cover ar...

Why Your Social Posts Aren’t Driving Podcast Growth

23 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re tired of posting content to social media trying to grow your podcast only to get four likes and no new downloads—the problem isn’t the...

How to Position Your Podcast So People Want to Work With You | Cheryl Fischer

16 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever thought, “My content’s so good—so why aren’t more people listening?”  the problem might not be your content at all. It mig...

Q + A | How Much Should You Actually Teach Inside Your Podcast Episodes?

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve been told to make your podcast content “valuable,” but no one ever tells you what that actually means. So you default to teaching step-by...

How to Grow Your Podcast Audience and Email List at the Same Time | Jay Schwedelson

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters treat email like a checkbox: “Sent the episode to my list—done.” But if that’s your whole strategy, it’s why no one's c...

What to Post on LinkedIn to Grow Your Podcast This Week | Jay Schwedelson

02 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Still think LinkedIn is just for job seekers or recruiter pitches? Think again. It’s one of the last platforms where organic reach actually works—...

Use This Podcast CTA Framework to Turn Your Listeners Into Leads

25 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Where in my episode should I put my call to action?” — this one’s for you. Because even if your CTA is perfe...

Q + A | How Do I Give a Podcast CTA That Doesn't Sound Salesy?

18 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You KNOW you should give a call to action in every podcast episode. But every time you sit down to record, your brain short-circuits — should you te...

Fix My Pod | Not Getting Listener Feedback? You're Probably Missing This One Thing

11 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re showing up. You’re publishing every week. So why does it still feel like no one’s listening?That’s the question Conrad—documentary fi...

The 5 Podcasting Metrics No One's Teaching (That Actually Tell You If Your Show is Growing)

04 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Downloads are the most unreliable metric for measuring a podcast’s true success. The problem? Most podcasters still rely solely on them to decide if...

Why Spotify’s New “Plays” Feature Actually Hurts Independent Podcasters

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spotify just rolled out a new feature called “Plays” that shows your episode play counts publicly inside their app. But this move isn’t about he...

8 Ways to Fill a Content Gap Without Sounding Unprepared

28 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Quick—nothing’s batched and an episode’s due tomorrow. What do you do? Panic? Procrastinate? Skip it and hope no one notices? Sure, you could gh...

Q + A | How Do You Fit Time to Prep Your Podcast Into Your Schedule?

22 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

It’s the day before your episode goes live—and you still have to outline it, record it, edit it, and get it all done before 6:00 am tomorrow morni...

How Long Should Your Podcast Episodes Be? The Answer Might Surprise You

21 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve probably Googled it. You’ve definitely heard five different answers from five different podcast “experts.” But how long should your epi...

The Spending Strategy Behind Podcasts That Make Money | Danielle Hayden

15 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters want more revenue from their podcast—but few have a plan for getting there. In this episode, Danielle Hayden (reformed corporate CF...

This One Belief Is Costing You Podcast Revenue | Danielle Hayden

14 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Your podcast isn’t making money yet, so you think twice before investing in it. But without investing in the help you need to grow your show, it kee...

Is It Time to Rebrand Your Podcast? Here Are the Signs to Look For | Desiree Petrich

08 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters think the problem is low downloads. But do you know what actually causes low downloads? When people can’t tell—within seconds—wh...

What to Do When Podcasting Starts Feeling Pointless | Ande Lyons

07 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’re second-guessing your content. Overthinking your numbers. Wondering if podcasting is even worth it. And it’s not because you’re doing it w...

How to Lead Guest Interviews That Make Listeners Want to Binge Your Show

01 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’re still airing interviews you wouldn’t listen to yourself—just because you feel obligated toward your guests—you’re not building tru...

The 3 Biggest Reasons Your Listeners Tune Out During Your Guest Episodes

30 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If your guest could’ve given the same answers on five other podcasts, you didn’t lead the interview—you hosted a rerun. And when every guest epi...

Q + A | Should You Use PodPage or Add Your Podcast to Your Own Website Instead?

24 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters know they need a website. But the wrong kind of site can bury your show in search and cost you the listeners, leads, and visibility yo...

If You’re Podcasting Consistently and Still Not Growing, This Is Why | Krissy Bold

23 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Krissy Bold launched a parenting podcast with a confusing name, hour-long episodes no one finished, and a message no one was clicking on.Then she made...

How to Train for Rejection and Use It to Grow Your Podcast Faster | Alice Draper

17 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Still waiting to feel “ready” before you start pitching the guests or sponsors you really want?In this episode, HuffPost contributor and media exp...

The Real Reason You’re Still Sitting on That Guest or Sponsor Pitch | Alice Draper

16 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You know that pitch you *almost* sent? Or that big guest or sponsor you’re telling yourself you’ll reach out to “once you’re ready”? That id...

Fix My Pod | Too Niche to Grow? Here's How to Tell

10 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve heard “niche down” is the key to podcast growth. But what if your niche is actually too narrow to scale? In this live coaching session, I...

Fix My Pod | Tired of Guessing What Listeners Want? We Nailed It in 20 Minutes

09 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve got the mic. You’ve got the mission. So why isn’t anyone listening?That’s the question Dennis—high school athletics coach turned podc...

The Dark Side of Video Podcasting (And Why So Many Regret It) | Alban Brooke, Buzzsprout

03 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You’ve been told video podcasting the only way to grow your show—but the ones shouting the loudest about it? They’re the ones profiting from you...

4 Podcast Growth Myths Debunked by Buzzsprout’s Head of Marketing | Alban Brooke

02 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You could record another episode. You could double down on promotion. You could even guest on a hundred other podcasts. But if your show isn’t built...

How to Make Your Podcast Worth Every Second You Spend on It | Jennifer Edmonds

27 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Spending hours on your podcast but still waiting for it to pay off? PodLaunch® graduate Jen Edmonds was too—booking guests last minute, scrambling ...

Q + A | Can’t Break 100 Downloads an Episode? Let’s Fix That

26 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you’ve been told that sharing your podcast on social media will grow your audience—spoiler alert—it won’t. And if you’ve been stuck at th...

What to Include in Your Guest Release Form for Total Protection | Gordon Firemark

20 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you don’t have a guest release form in place, this episode is your wake-up call. If you do have one, are you sure it actually protects you? Podc...

The Legal Blind Spots That Could Shut Down Your Podcast | Gordon Firemark

19 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You put in the work. You craft your episodes. You build your brand. But what if someone swoops in and steals it—your content, your show name, even y...

Q + A | 4 Key Signs Your Podcast Is Hooking Listeners (or Losing Them)

13 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever stare at your podcast stats, searching for proof your show is actually working—only to wonder if anyone even cares?Pressing play isn’t the sa...

Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing (Even If Your Content Is Great)

12 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever spent hours crafting a podcast episode packed with expert knowledge, only to watch it get fewer downloads than the one you threw together last mi...

4 Ways to Upgrade Your Podcast Gear Without Overspending | Junaid Ahmed

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

So, you want your audience to see you as a pro? Good news: it’s not about having the latest gear. It’s about knowing when to upgrade and how to ma...

The Secret to a Home Studio Setup That Commands Authority | Junaid Ahmed

05 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Better gear won’t make you a better podcaster. But you can create a home studio that looks and sounds pro—using what you already have.Fellow podca...

How to Make Your Podcast the One Listeners Can’t Ignore | Janine Mix

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What if one bad review was all it took to silence your podcast for a year? That’s exactly what happened to bestselling author, investor, and financi...

AI Voice Cloning Will Kill Your Podcast’s Growth. Here’s Why.

26 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

AI voice cloning sounds like the ultimate shortcut—efficiency, scale, and less time spent recording. But what happens when your listeners can tell t...

The Type of Content that Turns Listeners Into Superfans | Bryan Fittin

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Video podcasting is everywhere. But does that mean your podcast needs it? Because let’s be real: we both know that repurposing full-length episodes ...

How Video Can Make (or Break) Your Podcast | Bryan Fittin

19 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Video podcasting is not the magic growth hack you’ve been sold. In fact, too many podcasters are finding out the hard way that adding video is costi...

How Profitable Podcasters Think About Monetization

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think your podcast should be making you money by now? Here’s why it’s not—and what to do about it.In part two of this episode series, I’ll hel...

Why Your Podcast Isn’t Paying You Yet (And What to Do About It)

12 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Most podcasters want to make money from their show. The problem? Too many assume that having a podcast and making money from it are one and the same—...

Why Most Podcasts Struggle to Make Money (and How to Fix It) | Kevin Chemidlin

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Think monetizing your podcast is as simple as landing a sponsor and calling it a day? Not so fast. Kevin Chemidlin, host of Grow the Show, is back to ...

The Two Silent Killers of Podcast Growth | Kevin Chemidlin

05 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As the saying goes in podcasting: "If you build it, nothing will happen." Brutal? Maybe. True? Absolutely.In this episode, I’m sitting dow...

The State of Podcasting Today and Where It’s Headed

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This isn’t your average podcasting advice. In this roundtable conversation, I'm teaming up with Alex Sanfilippo of PodMatch, Vinnie Potestivo, ...

Why Failure Fuels Better Podcasting | Corey Kareem, Spotify

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

How many times have you thought about quitting your podcast? Once? Twice? Every other Tuesday? If you’ve ever felt like your podcasting mistakes mig...