I had this idea a while ago to bring you, the lovely listeners, the raw and honest stats and figures for the growth of this podcast. My targets are to hit 5,000 monthly downloads for the podcast, 500 YouTube subscribers, and 3,000 YouTube watch hours. So, at the end of each month, I’ll bring you these little bonus episodes to see the honest growth and the journey to hitting these different metrics. Monthly metrics that will be tracked will be: The top episode for this month on both the podcast and YouTube is episode 35: The Hack That Will Save You HOURS On Your Podcast Workflow

Overwhelmed with your podcasting workflow? Have you thought about batching your podcast tasks? I didn’t use to batch my tasks together, but since starting The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Podcasting, I do find that grouping similar tasks together saves time and energy. For example, I’ll record multiple episodes in one go, edit them, run them through SummarAIze, and bulk upload the content to a podcast hosting platform… You get it. It’s a lot and I love knowing that I can go through my to-do list and just tick everything in one area of my podcasting workflow as done.

In this episode, we’re tackling a contentious and under-discussed subject: buying podcast reviews. Very much akin to buying fake followers on Instagram, this practice may provide a temporary boost in numbers, but without genuine engagement and high-quality content, these numbers are unlikely to translate into long-term success. Are you tempted to buy podcast reviews? Is it fair to manipulate podcast ratings for personal gain? I’ll ask these hard questions and provide answers, that unravel the repercussions and drawbacks amid the initial appeal of a boosted reputation. Plus, I’ll discuss alternatives to fake reviews, emphasising the significance of organic growth and genuine audience engagement. Remember; podcasting is a long game and…

In this episode we delve into the intricacies of changing and managing your podcast hosting platforms. Often, podcasters assume that switching their podcast host is a really challenging and difficult thing to do; but here we break down the process, sharing my experiences of moving both of my podcasts to different hosting platforms, and the reasons why. In the episode, we answer key questions like: What signs imply you may need to change your hosting platform? What factors should you consider when choosing a new podcast host? What pitfalls should you avoid when changing a podcast host? Regardless of switching podcast hosts, it’s important to remember that you need to…

You might have heard the buzz about getting in the podcast charts. That elusive realm where podcasts seemingly battle it out based on downloads, subscribers, and reviews. But in this episode, we will be looking at why there’s more beneath the surface than meets the ear. In this episode, we will cover: What really goes on in the world of podcast charting? Don’t be fooled by the numbers game – let’s explore what truly matters. It’s not all about hundreds of thousands of downloads. Let me share my personal experience – I’ve charted with double-figure downloads. Different types of podcast charts. Some charts are easier to crack due to less…

So often I hear podcasters say that they only have their podcast on 1 or 2 podcasting directories. And I’m going to say it, but this could be a HUGE mistake for you. Unless you’re someone with an exclusive deal who is guaranteed to have the downloads and listens, for most indie podcasters, you want to be on AS MANY podcast directories as possible. Why? Well, in August 2023, Stitcher is ceasing to exist. Yes, there are contingency plans in place; for example, anyone using a Stitcher URL will be redirected to Pandora, but, if your listeners aren’t there, this could cause you an issue. It could also be an…

I totally get how consistency is the name of the podcasting game. But, with the burning question being, “How often should I hit that ‘publish’ button?” I wanted to explore this more in this episode. The answer depends on a few factors; your audience, the content you’re making, and your resources, all play a big role. Let’s talk production schedule and resources. It’s like the backbone of your podcast. And it’s got to fit your lifestyle. I mean, daily episodes sound awesome, but let’s be real – if your schedule’s a rollercoaster, then is the stress of that content schedule worth it for you? Before you commit to any schedule,…

Apple Podcasts have announced that in an update set to be released later in 2023, podcasters will be able to add personalised, episode-specific artwork to their podcast episodes. What an awesome idea! Similar to YouTube thumbnails, this means that you will have a chance to visually draw your potential listener into your episode. This could be a game-changer for attracting new listeners to your podcast! In this episode, we delve into this new announcement, and what it could mean for your podcast and your workflow. And don’t forget to check us out on YouTube! – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChencNBJPm9ak4DYo7kaFWA 📧 Subscribe to the newsletter: https://veritysangan.com/newsletter