Podcasting Made Simple
Episodes
Creating Podcast Episodes That Listeners Love | Lindsay Graham
28 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Anyone can start a podcast or become a podcast guest, but creating episodes that listeners finish is rare! Thankfully, there’s a framework you can f...
Podcast Success Plan for Hosts and Guests | Alex Sanfilippo
21 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Although podcasting is becoming more popular than ever, most podcast hosts and guests still quit long before seeing any meaningful results. This is th...
Creating a Brand That’s Different | Tom Rossi
14 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In today’s fast-paced world, both podcast guests and hosts are competing to gain more attention and traction for their brands, regardless of their n...
Podcast Guesting That Converts Without Selling | Aleasha Bahr
07 Apr 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters give their guests time to share their products, services, or offers during an interview. But most podcast guests start selling and los...
Growing Your Podcast Through Visual Storytelling | John A. DeMato
31 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Great conversations won’t matter if no one discovers your show. Most listeners see you before they hear you, which means your visuals shape whether ...
Becoming a More Confident Podcast Guest | Vince Quinn
24 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast guesting appearances can be intimidating. What if it isn’t interesting? What if you say something wrong? What if you don’t know enough abo...
Turn Email Subscribers into Podcast Listeners | Tracy Beavers
17 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Relying on social media alone to drive listeners to your show is like building your podcast on rented land. Visibility fades and algorithms change! In...
Growing Your Network Through Podcast Guesting | Mista Yu
10 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Every podcast guest wants to grow their network and build relationships from their podcast interviews. But most guests make the mistake of moving on t...
How to Have a Podcast and a Full-Time Job | Marc Alcobé Talló
03 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters quit because they can’t keep up while working a full-time job. It’s a tough thing to balance both without burning out! But, it doe...
Becoming the Guest Listeners and Hosts Want | Shontra Powell
24 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests get it all wrong. They focus on what they’ll say on podcasts instead of who they’re speaking to and how they can serve. To bec...
5 Elements of a Swap Worthy Podcast | Kim Stewart
17 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guest swaps are lacking true match potential and are more of a quick fix for an episode. This is a problem if you want to keep your podca...
Building AI Search Authority with Podcast Guesting | Jason Barnard
10 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests treat interviews like one-and-done exposure, then wonder why nothing materialises from it. This is the wrong mindset and a big mis...
How to Say No to Guest Pitches | Agi Keramidas
03 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
If your email inbox and direct messages are full of podcast guest requests, you’re not alone. Most podcasters receive hundreds of guest pitches ever...
Leading the Community Shift in Podcasting | Darrell Vesterfelt
27 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast hosts and guests feel they must continually create more resources and tools to build their brand. But, there’s a change coming, and tha...
The Rise of the Podcasting Algorithm | Alex Sanfilippo
20 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast discoverability is changing; old podcast growth tactics are fading, and a new reality is here. Podcast listeners are discovering shows through...
How Podcasters Can Achieve More by Learning Less | Pat Flynn
13 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters try to learn everything and end up doing nothing. The pressure to master it all becomes overwhelming and stalls progress. Don't l...
Promoting the Podcast You're a Guest On | Kara Goodwin
06 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests miss out on one of their greatest opportunities, promoting episodes they're featured in! For serious podcast guests who want ...
Getting Sponsors for Your Podcast | Justin Moore
30 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters think that landing a sponsor for their show is out of reach or that they don't qualify. This couldn't be further from the tr...
Getting Paid from Podcast Guesting | Shayna Davis
23 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests believe that the visibility gained from their interviews will lead to paid opportunities. However, visibility and podcast guest ap...
Growing Your Show Through Listener Engagement | Jerry Potter
16 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters struggle to keep listeners engaged until the end and to take action after listening. Thankfully, there are steps hosts can take to cha...
Using AI to Prepare for Podcast Interviews | Mike Montague
09 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As podcast guests, showing up unprepared, overly scripted, or simply repeating yourself in every podcast interview can quickly lead to burnout and a l...
How to Become a Better Interviewer | Elizabeth Cush
02 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Great podcast interviews aren’t about the questions you ask your guest; they’re about how well you listen. Getting this right takes intentionally!...
How to Be the Podcast Guest Hosts Want Back | Chris Williams
25 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many podcast guests overcomplicate interviews and, as a result, end up falling flat. However, the most successful podcast guests use a 3-part framewor...
Booking Podcast Guests That Add Real Value | Olajumoke Fatoki
18 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast host pick their guests based on popularity alone. Sadly, most of the time, those guests disappoint on all levels, and it damages the show...
Getting Your Studio Setup Right as a Guest | Junaid Ahmed
11 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests are prepared to share their message on as many podcasts as possible. But trust is won or lost before the first word is ever spoken...
How to Stay Motivated in Podcasting | Shara Goswick
04 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters get discouraged when the results don't come fast. It causes many to question if podcasting is worth the effort, even though they ...
Ensuring Success in Podcasting | Glenn Hebert, Jaime Legagneur, Rob Greenlee
28 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
There's a 94% failure rate among podcast hosts and podcast guests. Most people quit podcasting altogether before ever achieving any meaningful re...
How Podcasters Can Stand Out in the World of AI | Alex Sanfilippo
21 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI has flooded the world of podcasting, making it more competitive and crowded than ever before. Thankfully, there's a way that podcasters can st...
Reclaiming Your Creative Power | Chase Jarvis
14 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It's easy to lose your creativity trying to keep up with what the world expects from you. But staying safe can cost you your voice as a podcast h...
How to Pitch to Be a Podcast Guest | Alice Draper
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast pitches get ignored, and it's not because the guest isn't impressive. It's because the pitch isn't. Thankfully, getti...
How Saying No Helps Your Show Grow | Suzanne Culberg
30 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Saying yes to every guest pitch can dilute your message and confuse your listeners. It might feel polite, but it's holding your podcast back from...
Overcome Impostor Syndrome as a Podcast Guest | Marc Schmidt
23 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Impostor syndrome makes too many podcast guests believe they don't belong. And that false belief keeps them silent. In this episode, Marc Schmidt...
How Pilots Lead to a Better Podcast | Vince Quinn
16 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Too many podcasters rush out content without knowing if it lands with listeners. And when something flops, the damage is already done. Thankfully, the...
Remove Filler Words to Sound More Confident | Shayna Davis
09 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests want to build their credibility and display their expertise. However, many rely on filler words without even realizing it. These w...
How to Turn Your Podcast into a Book | Cori Wamsley
02 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters dream of doing more with their episode content but don’t know what to do next. One overlooked idea is turning your podcast episodes ...
Keeping Listeners Engaged as a Guest | Emily Aborn
26 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast listeners are already distracted, and most guests unintentionally make it worse. Rambling, filler phrases, and weak delivery cause people to t...
The Systems Behind a Successful Podcast | Tanya Smith
19 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters don't quit because they run out of ideas. They quit because they can't keep up. But this doesn't have to be your realit...
Why Podcasters Want You as a Guest | Neeraja Ganesh
12 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most guests show up thinking about what they want to say instead of what the host and audience actually need. And that's the fastest way to get o...
Focus on Who's Already Listening | Dave Campbell
05 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
When podcast hosts focus on who's missing, they overlook their existing audience and community. This causes podcasters to miss a big opportunity!...
6 Steps to a Podcast CTA That Converts | Luis & Fonzi Camejo
29 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Both podcast hosts and guests struggle to get listeners to take action after listening to episodes. This is because the call to action (CTA) is often ...
The Role of Passion in Podcasting | Alex Sanfilippo
22 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast hosts and podcast guests claim to be passionate about their work. But when faced with obstacles, they fade away. True passion demands mor...
Billion-Dollar Podcasting Strategies | JCRON
15 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting this whole podcasting thing to become a successful venture both for podcast hosts and guests can be challenging. Thankfully, we can follow clu...
Getting Invited to Guest on More Podcasts | Crissy Conner
08 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting booked as a podcast guest can be a difficult grind. But this doesn't have to be the case for you! In this episode, Crissy Conner shares h...
How to Make Money From Podcasting | Joel Oliver
01 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast monetization is one of the most common challenges that podcasters face. "How can I make money podcasting?" Thankfully, it's not...
Podcast Guesting as a Referral Engine | Christine Campbell Rapin
24 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests focus on reaching listeners, but the fastest way to get clients is actually through the host. In this episode, Christine Campbell ...
Navigating Sensitive Topics in Podcasting | Chelsea Myers
17 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Discussing sensitive topics on a podcast can be challenging, but the way you handle them makes all the difference. In this episode, Chelsea Myers shar...
Staying Organized as a Podcast Guest | Candy Messer
10 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Are you struggling to stay on top of your podcast guest appearances? Without a system, opportunities fall through the cracks, deadlines get missed, an...
How to Audit Your Podcast for Growth | Chase Neely
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
It can be frustrating when you're working hard to grow your podcast, but the downloads stall, or worse, they never take off in the first place. T...
Crafting a Podcast Pitch That Gets a Yes | Suzanne Culberg
27 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Most pitches from podcast guests wanting to be interviewed get ignored by hosts. Thankfully, there is a way you can create a pitch that gets hosts to ...
How Do You Really See Your Guests? | Paul Granger
20 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you see your podcast guests as people or just content providers? If it's the latter, you are missing a big opportunity! In this episode, Paul ...
Turn Podcast Listeners Into Clients | Ina Coveney
13 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Landing a spot as a podcast guest to be interviewed is exciting, but what happens after? Most guests walk away with nothing. But that doesn't hav...
Rank Higher on Apple and Spotify | Anthony Nwaneri
06 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Want more podcast listeners without paid ads or constant promotion? Podcast SEO is the key. In this episode, Anthony Nwaneri shares how to rank higher...
The Smart Way to Stay Ahead in Podcasting | Seth Silvers
29 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
The podcasting industry is changing fast; what worked just one year ago won't cut it today! Thankfully, there's a smart approach you can tak...
The Reason for Podcasting | Alex Sanfilippo
22 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Do you remember the reason you got into podcasting as a host or guest? Over time, it's easy to lose sight of why we got into being a podcast host...
From Frustration to Podcasting Success | Julie Solomon
15 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcasting can be frustrating. Whether you're a podcast host or guest, it can feel like a constant struggle that doesn't meet expectations. ...
Promote and Sell Your Book Through Podcasting | Rodney Miles
08 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Many authors have turned to podcast guesting to promote and sell their books. Sadly, most see little to no book sales from their guesting efforts. But...
Grow Your Show by Repurposing Podcast Content | Aubrey Paris
01 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting your podcast discovered can be challenging due to the number of podcasts with similar focuses and the many available episodes on podcast playe...
3 Must-Share Facebook Posts for Podcast Guests | Deirdre Tshien
25 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As podcast guests, most of us like the idea of sharing past episodes that we were featured on. But, figuring out how to do this effectively can be a c...
Grow Loyal Podcast Listeners Fast | Katherine Beck
18 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that it takes just 6 seconds for a listener to decide if they want to be a loyal listener of your podcast? As a podcast host, your voice ...
How to Earn Clients from Podcast Guesting | Lyndsay Phillips
11 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Every podcast guest has had this happen: You have a great conversation with a podcast host on their show, the episode comes out, and you don't he...
Get More Podcast Downloads Via Your Community | Megan Smolen
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Getting more podcast downloads is on every show host's mind. Many of us look to social media and paid options to grow our listenership, which can...
From Fear to Confidence as a Podcast Guest | Evgeniy Kharam
25 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As podcast guesting increases in popularity, more trained public speakers and former radio experts enter the space. It can be intimidating hearing the...
Affordable Quality Audio for Your Home Podcast Studio | Joe Eftihiou
18 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As the standard expectation of the audio quality of podcasts continues to climb, many independent podcast hosts feel hopeless due to the high costs of...
Using Your Personal Brand to Book More Podcasts | Isaac Mashman
11 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast guesting has become a hyper-competitive space. With a large percentage of the active podcasts being interview-based shows releasing weekly epi...
Getting Podcast Guests to Share Their Episodes | Karen Roberts
04 Feb 2025
Contributed by Lukas
If you're a podcast host with an interview-based podcast, you've felt the pain I'm about to mention. You have a great interview with a ...
Podcasting's Future | Courtney Elmer, Joe Casabona, Vinnie Potestivo
28 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Although podcasts have been around since 2003, in many ways, the podcasting industry is still in its infancy, and we're yet to understand what&ap...
The Truth About Becoming a Successful Podcaster | Alex Sanfilippo
21 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In podcasting, there are 4 main questions asked among podcast guests and hosts. The problem is that these are the wrong questions to ask. As a result,...
The Shift that Makes Podcasting Click | Jasmine Star
14 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As podcast hosts and guests, we're told that we need to hustle and work harder to reach more listeners and get more opportunities. But this is a ...
Getting Your Intended Message to Podcast Listeners | Doug Downs
07 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast guests often have a specific message they want to convey to listeners, but the host takes the conversation in a different direction, so the de...
Grow Your Podcast Using Facebook Ads | Megan Shields
31 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As podcast hosts, we want our audience and downloads to increase. But this has proven to be difficult to do. Even paid growth options are expensive an...
How to Make a Good Podcast Guest Bio | Emily Aborn
24 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many podcast listeners are turned off by guests before the guest even says their first word on a podcast. This is because podcast hosts share long-win...
Getting the Best Audio Quality from Your Guests | Mathew Passy
17 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the main reasons podcast episodes are not published by podcast hosts is because, after the recording, they begin editing and quickly realize th...
The Art of Relatable Storytelling on Podcasts | Kieron James
10 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Every podcast guest is told that they need to speak in story form. The framework for storytelling is no secret at this point. However, good storytelli...
Growing Your Email List Using Your Podcast | Tracy Beavers
03 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
One of the most desired actions podcast hosts want their listeners to take is to subscribe to their email newsletter. Although this rarely seems to ha...
Building Trust with Podcast Listeners Faster | Allen Paul
26 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcast guests would like to hear from listeners. However, a listener will rarely reach out to the guest from even their favorite show. Often, th...
Recording Better Interviews That Listeners Love | Bob Wheeler
19 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Hosting an interview-format podcast can be challenging because of all the unknowns from the guest seat. You're never entirely sure who you'l...
Standing Out as a Podcast Guest | Brenden Kumarasamy
12 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More people are wanting to be guests on podcasts than ever before. Because of this, it's becoming increasingly difficult to stand out in the mind...
Automate Your Podcast to Get Time Back | Scott Wyden Kivowitz
05 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Most podcasters struggle to keep up with all the tasks involved in podcasting; from production to repurposing, it takes most of our free time. But it ...
Reaching More Podcast Listeners | Tom Webster
29 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The most common question asked by podcast guests and podcast hosts is this: “How do I get more podcast listeners?” Most experts suggest advertisin...
The Smarter Approach to Podcasting Success | Alex Sanfilippo
22 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
The further you get into podcasting as a guest or host, the more the work involved increases. At the same time, many of us notice a drop in listeners ...
From No Online Presence to $100M In Sales | Amy Porterfield
15 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As podcast guests and hosts, we each have a vision and passion to make a positive impact on the world. However, we often get discouraged because it se...
The Podcast Guest Everyone Talks About | Michelle DeKeyser
08 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
More than ever, podcast hosts are expressing being frustrated by their guests and potential guests. This is because most people who are seeking to be ...
Getting Better at Interviewing Your Podcast Guests | Marcy Amaro
01 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Podcast interviews that are powerful and impactful for listeners don't happen by accident. Sadly, most interview-based podcasts seem to get inter...
Storytelling Techniques That Captivate Listeners | David Chotka
24 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Nearly 82,000 new podcast episodes are released and listened to every day. The question on our minds is this: "How do I ensure that my podcast ep...
How to Make Your Podcast Unique So It Gets Noticed | Andrew Wang
17 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you consistently podcasting, yet your show doesn't seem to be growing? Many podcasters face the same trouble. Thankfully, there is a simple s...
Creating a High-Quality Podcast Home Studio | Junaid Ahmed
10 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever rewatch your podcast episodes and wonder how you can level up your home studio setup to look more like the pros? Many of us have been ther...
How to Spend Less Time on Podcast Production | Joe Casabona
03 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Have you ever missed time with your family or friends because you were up late working on producing your next podcast episode? Most podcasters can rel...
Becoming a More Confident Podcast Guest | Michael Ashford
27 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel self-conscious when sharing transparently about yourself? This can be a hindering struggle for many of us! Increasing your confidence...
How to Get Podcast Listeners to Take Action | Jennifer Arvin Furlong
20 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel like no matter what you do, you cannot get podcast listeners to take action after listening to your podcast? You're not alone! H...
Questioning Yourself to Become a Better Guest | Joel Bouchard
13 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever find yourself struggling to connect with podcast hosts? Building your experience as a podcast guest can be tough work! Thankfully, there i...
How Small Podcasts Can Land Big Sponsors | Lindsey Epperly
06 Aug 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many podcasters stress about securing sponsorship because they believe they must first reach a certain threshold of downloads. The truth is you don&ap...
What Podcasting Is Really All About | Buzzcast Team
30 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever struggle with knowing where to focus your podcasting efforts? Many podcast hosts and guests get confused by all the noise in the podcastin...
6 Steps to Ensure You Don’t Quit Podcasting | Alex Sanfilippo
23 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that over 80% of people who start podcasting as a host or guest fail within their first year? Thankfully, there is a process that will en...
Becoming a Full-Time Podcaster | Scott Jeffrey Miller
16 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Do you ever feel it's impossible to become a full-time podcaster or content creator? Although this feeling is familiar among most podcast guests ...
3 Habits of Memorable Podcast Guests | Jen Rogers
09 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
We all desire to be unforgettable podcast guests. But few of us make an intentional effort to ensure that we're remembered by podcast hosts and l...
Mastering The Solo Podcast Episode | Isabella Sanchez Castañeda
02 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Many podcasters struggle with the fear of sounding awkward or rambling when recording solo episodes. But the truth is that with the right strategy, yo...
The Perfect Podcast Guesting Pitch | Lauren Cockerell
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
As the world continues to discover the power of podcast guesting, it is becoming increasingly difficult to be selected as a guest. Thankfully, there i...
Monetizing Your Podcast with an Online Course | Shannon Boyer
18 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a podcast host struggling to monetize your show? You're not alone! Very few podcasters have ever reported making money with their podcast...
Podcast Guesting for Business Growth | Chris Williams
11 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Gaining exposure for your brand and business can be overwhelming in today's noisy world. Thankfully, there is one medium that develops "know...
Overcoming Impostor Syndrome in Podcasting | Tara Halliday
04 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Are you a podcaster struggling with impostor syndrome? You're not alone. Over 70% of high achievers experience it, and it can lead to blame, regr...