In this episode, I am going to answer one of my most asked questions: How much time do I need to podcast? So this episode will answer that question and also give you some podcasting tips for your own process for running your podcast efficiently. When researching an episode, I spend a maximum of 30 minutes gathering accurate information. My solo episodes run 10-20 minutes while my guest interviews last up to 60 minutes. I aim for a 1:1 ratio between recording and editing time. So if an episode takes 20 minutes to record, I’ll spend 20 minutes editing it. For promotional content, I lean on tools like Canva and…

I want to provide you with a detailed breakdown of how much it really costs me to start and run my podcast, The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Podcasting. This episode is honest, and it’s gritty. And it’s something that not enough podcasters are covering or being honest about. I’m going to be completely transparent and break down every expense – from software subscriptions to website fees. My hope is that this will give you a realistic idea of what to budget for if you want to start podcasting or aren’t sure about your own podcast spend. I encourage you to calculate your own cost per episode, whether podcasting is a…

Do you experiment enough with your podcast? In this episode, I am joined by Adam from Podcasting Business School to discuss the importance of experimenting more with your podcast. I know it can be scary to try new things, worried you might lose listeners. But be brave – what’s the worst that could happen? The worst-case scenario is that your listeners will skip an episode they don’t love rather than unsubscribe. We share examples and podcasting tips of experiments, like workshop weeks with multiple episodes released at once and incorporating audience audio clips. Podcasting is still new with few rules, so we have so much room for creativity. Consider what’s…

Are you ever hit with shiny object syndrome when it comes to podcasting tech? You know what I mean; you see (or hear) someone talking about another piece of podcasting tech, and you’re convinced that switching to something new will propel your podcast forward. But is the grass always greener on the other side? It’s a common struggle of podcasters; facing analysis paralysis when it comes to choosing podcasting tech tools and platforms. So in this episode, I share my experience of feeling stuck in the endless search for the perfect tools and emphasize the importance of prioritizing content creation over constantly trying new tools. We talk about how and…

I know first-hand how tough it can be to land on the perfect name for your podcast. So if you’re struggling to name your new podcast, or wondering if you should rename your existing show, I want to share three crucial podcasting tips to consider: First, ensure your title targets keywords your audience is actually searching for. You want your podcast to appear when listeners search relevant terms on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Generic names or obscure puns likely won’t rank well. Second, create a title that speaks to your listeners and draws them in. The name should clearly communicate what they can expect from hitting play on your latest…

In this week’s Tech Thursday episode, I’m talking all about taking short snippets from your podcast episodes and repurposing them as promotional videos for social media, such as Instagram Reels and TikTok. I’ll highlight some useful features in Riverside FM, like their Magic Clips tool that automatically selects clips from your episodes that could work well for social media. We will discuss using AI tools like Riverside and VideoAI for creating and editing video content, pointing out the advantages and minor limitations of each platform. You’ll discover the importance of adding captions to social media videos to boost engagement and accessibility. And I will also share with you my process…

Are podcasting rules even real? In this episode, I reveal the 7 podcasting rules I deliberately break…and how that unconventional approach led my show to exponential growth. You won’t find intros, outros, or strict formatting here. Instead, I skip the fluff and focus on quality content that connects with my listeners. I’ll share my podcasting tips on why I don’t waste money on expensive equipment or studios, rarely bother with video, and steer clear of interview-only formats. My rule-breaking style clearly works – my podcast continues growing its audience every single month. Whether you’re an experienced podcaster or just starting out, I’ll inspire you to throw out the rulebook and…