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Using additional media like movie clips, quotes, or music can be a compelling way to get your listeners and viewers hooked. HOWEVER… We need to tread carefully when entering this territory. Lauren provides her legal expertise on what is acceptable and what can be a red flag when we start to enter this territory.Download your FREE podcast tracker: https://www.1-800-podcast.com/resources/p/free-download-podcast-tracker Host your podcast on Captivate.fm: https://www.captivate.fm/signup?ref=mteynmm Comment and tell us what your favorite takeaway was!And don't forget to submit your own podcasting question to us here: https://www.1-800-podcast.com/ Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Listen up, friends! This is an important question because you are guaranteed to feel this way at one point or another in your podcasting journey. We have some tips to make podcasting feel fun again; to make it feel like less of a burden; and to streamline your processes more to alleviate some of the stress you might be feeling. Just remember that this is a long game and it will all be worth it!Download your FREE podcast tracker.Host your podcast on Captivate.fm.Comment and tell us what your favorite takeaway was!And don't forget to submit your own podcasting question to us here: https://www.1-800-podcast.com/ Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

This is one of the big questions we hear a lot, which always begs a lot more questions, such as, “How much should I prep an episode?”; “Do I need to include formal segments in my episodes?”; “Do I need to just let conversation unfold?”; “How much do I need to stick to my questions? Can I veer off script?”We're answering it all for you in this episode! Comment and tell us what you're favorite takeaway was!And don't forget to submit your own podcasting question to us here: https://www.1-800-podcast.com/ Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Believe it or not, this is a very popular question! And we hate to break it to you… but there is no definitive cadence that is best. However, we do have some great tips that you'll want to consider when deciding how often you'd like to publish your podcast. All in all, you need to do what's right for you!Don't forget to submit your own podcasting question to us here: https://www.1-800-podcast.com/ Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Dan is a first time podcaster and he's hesitant to start promoting his podcast name and its content until he has it trademarked. He is wondering how long it takes to get his podcast name trademarked and it just so happens that Lauren is a small business attorney who knows just the answer. This is an important episode; we hope you find it helpful!Don't forget to submit your own podcasting question to us here: https://www.1-800-podcast.com/ Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Jen just recorded her first batch of solo episodes and she's unhappy with how many times she's said “umm” and “ahh.” She wants to know if there are any practices she can learn and implement to cut down on these ticks that can be distracting for the listener. Nikki and Carly share their thoughts (and say some “ums” and “ahs” of their own!) We hope you love this episode!Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Stephanie has both her own business and her own podcast, but they don't share the same name. She is curious to know if she needs to set up a new business for her podcast or consider changing its name to mirror her business name. The ladies (mostly our legal expert, Lauren) weigh in on some of Stephanie's options!Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

How should I incorporate video into my podcast that's currently audio-only?Gillean is the host of the It's Gillean podcast and she's published one season of her show. She is interested in incorporating video into her second season but she's not quite sure how to go about it. Gillean asks Nikki and Carly what steps she should take so she can level up her show for season 2. Tune in to hear the best way to tackle video for your podcast!Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Katie has a decent online presence with her blog, along with an engaged community on social media. She's wondering if it's worth it for her to also have a podcast to add to her already successful repertoire assets. The 1-800 ladies weigh on why (or why not) having a podcast will be worth her time and whether it will benefit her current community! Tune in to hear what they have to say.Connect with us!Buy our course!Buy our merch!Sign up for our newsletter1-800-PODCAST InstagramNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Nick is curious to know how he can monetize his podcast. While we don't always believe in making several asks of your listeners right out the gate, you can get really creative with monetization (believe it or not)! Listen in as the ladies give several ideas for how to monetize your podcast at the beginner and seasoned podcast levels. Connect with us!1-800-PODCAST InstagramSign up for our newsletterNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Ashley is a new podcaster who is hosting guests on her podcast. One of her recent interviewees rambled on and on, taking the conversation way off topic and off course. Ashley felt like she had a hard time keeping her on track without being rude or disrespectful to someone she invited onto the show. So today, Lauren, Carly, and Nikki are sharing their tips for how to own your seat as the host and take control of your interviews with confidence and in a professional manner. Connect with us!1-800-PODCAST InstagramSign up for our newsletterNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Lou doesn't have her own podcast, but she is starting to be a guest on more and more podcasts to promote her business! She's curious how best to prepare to be a guest on podcasts and what to expect when going into a collaboration like this. Nikki and Carly share their advice for how to get the most out of your experience as a podcast guest, while also being respectful to the host and grateful for the opportunity.Connect with us!1-800-PODCAST InstagramSign up for our newsletterNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Matt is so excited about his podcast idea that he shared it with a close friend. This close friend proposed that they should do the podcast together and become official co-hosts. Matt is open to the idea, but wants to do his due diligence and ensure he is getting into the right partnership. Lauren and Carly have your back on this one, sharing some advice from a legal perspective and from a partner perspective to keep you protected and happy in your podcasting journey!Connect with us!1-800-PODCAST InstagramSign up for our newsletterNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

Kristen hates the sound of her own voice. So she called in to get advice on whether her podcast listeners will feel the same way. Nikki and Lauren give some reassurance that you don't sound cringey, but offer tips to help for when you're feeling under the weather. Plus… a more important thing you should be focusing on instead.Connect with us!1-800-PODCAST InstagramSign up for our newsletterNikki's InstagramLauren's Instagram Carly's Instagram

1-800-podcast is a collection of listener questions from current and aspiring podcasters about the details, technicalities and best practices of podcasting. It's also an online course! You're probably here because you've either been dying to start a podcast, or you're looking to level up your current podcast. Either way, we've got you covered. It's our goal to leave you feeling so confident in the execution of your podcast that you can't help but shout to the world, “ask me about my podcast!"