The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Podcasting

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 […]

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

AI seems to be the talk of the minute in 2023, with new AI tools promising to help with your podcasting workflow popping up all the time. So, today, I’m going to share with you a game-changing tool called SummarAIze (or SummarAIze? 😉), which promises to 10x your podcast and video content in just 10

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

In this episode, we about the use of Chat GPT in creating show notes for your podcast episodes. We discuss the importance of show notes in attracting listeners and driving traffic to a podcast. I’ll also outline a four-stage process for using Chat GPT to generate show notes, including the need for a transcript and

During a recent encounter, I came across someone who was unfamiliar with the concept of podcasts. Intrigued by this, I decided to dig deeper and provide them with an overview. So, what exactly is a podcast? But then I decided to go back even further and delve into my first interaction with podcasts. So, in

In this episode, we look at the importance of listing your podcast on as many directories as possible, including Spotify, for increased reach and potential listenership. We discuss the advantages of having your podcast available on diverse platforms, which can attract a loyal fanbase or viewers who prefer a specific platform. We also highlight the

In this episode, we explore the pros and cons of podcasting and YouTube as platforms for growing your brand. We discuss the advantages of YouTube, such as increased brand visibility and being owned by Google, while podcasts can solidify your reputation as an expert and reach a wider audience. We also discuss variables like user

In the latest episode, we discuss four unexpected podcast management tools that can streamline workflow. We talk about my personal use and experience with these tools, including Asana for project management, Chartable and Podkite for analytics, and the convenience of monitoring reviews from various platforms in one place. I also recommend other tools such as

In this episode, I discuss the benefits of using platforms like Chartable and Podkite to create smartlinks for podcast shows. These platforms generate a single link that automatically redirects users to their preferred podcast player or directory. This simplifies the process for listeners and makes it more likely for them to listen to your podcast.

In this episode, I discuss Buzzsprout, a popular podcast hosting platform. We highlight the key features of Buzzsprout, such as customisable websites, detailed analytics, and monetisation options. We also cover the platform’s user-friendliness and the new addition of an AI tool for creating show notes and episode titles. And not forgetting Buzzsprout’s visual sound bite

In this episode, we talk about the importance of repurposing podcast episodes into SEO-friendly blog posts. Whilst podcasts are a great way to engage with an audience, they have limitations in terms of reach and searchability. By converting podcast episodes into blog posts, you can tap into a wider audience who prefer reading or searching