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They say it's better not to see how the sausage is made ... but when it comes to podcasting, Brigitte Lyons heartily disagrees. The Podcast Ally podcast goes behind the curtain with your favorite podcasters, and uncovers how they found their voice, develop their best content, and built their masterful interview skills to create the shows you love most. Podcast Ally is a show by and for podcasters and the listeners that love them. Podcasting expert Brigitte Lyons interviews popular podcasters and explores the challenges and roadblocks they had to face as they grew along with their fans. Join Brigitte as she covers topics including the implications of a podcast name, how to show up for conversations that push the boundaries of your comfort zone, and what one high-ranking podcaster went through when she separated her podcast from a powerful brand sponsor.

Brigitte Lyons


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    EP08: The Future of Podcasting with Rob Greenlee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 46:09


    If 2020 has taught us anything, it's that we can't predict the future — not even the future of podcasting.   But today’s guest believes that podcasting is more vital than ever as we think about how we can connect in the era of covid-19, and beyond.   Rob Greenlee is a pioneer of the podcast space.   He got his start in podcasting in 2004 with the first nationally syndicated radio show "WebTalk World Radio Show and was inducted into the the Podcasters Hall of Fame in 2017.    Rob’s been podcasting for over 15 years and today he serves as the vice president of Content and Partnerships at LIBSYN. He currently co-hosts the "New Media Show", a weekly audio and video podcast that streams LIVE on NewMediaShow.com/live.   I brought Rob onto Podcast Ally to speak to the trends to be aware of as we look to the future of podcasting. He chats about: What it was like being a pioneer in the podcast space The key differences between podcasts and radio The benefits -- and the risks -- of the influx of advertising into the podcast space Why he believes comedians completely changed the trajectory of podcasts Why podcasters should create content that they're passionate about rather than focusing so heavily on what they think their audience wants How podcasts are an important medium for connection, especially during the pandemic   Please check out Rob’s podcast New Media Show for more commentary on the podcast industry. You can find the New Media Show at https://newmediashow.com/ or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    EP08: The Future of Podcasting with Rob Greenlee

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2020 46:11


    If 2020 has taught us anything, it's that we can't predict the future — not even the future of podcasting.   But today's guest believes that podcasting is more vital than ever as we think about how we can connect in the era of covid-19, and beyond.   Rob Greenlee is a pioneer of the podcast space.   He got his start in podcasting in 2004 with the first nationally syndicated radio show "WebTalk World Radio Show and was inducted into the the Podcasters Hall of Fame in 2017.    Rob's been podcasting for over 15 years and today he serves as the vice president of Content and Partnerships at LIBSYN. He currently co-hosts the "New Media Show", a weekly audio and video podcast that streams LIVE on NewMediaShow.com/live.   I brought Rob onto Podcast Ally to speak to the trends to be aware of as we look to the future of podcasting. He chats about: What it was like being a pioneer in the podcast space The key differences between podcasts and radio The benefits -- and the risks -- of the influx of advertising into the podcast space Why he believes comedians completely changed the trajectory of podcasts Why podcasters should create content that they're passionate about rather than focusing so heavily on what they think their audience wants How podcasts are an important medium for connection, especially during the pandemic   Please check out Rob's podcast New Media Show for more commentary on the podcast industry. You can find the New Media Show at https://newmediashow.com/ or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    How to Pitch: Rebel Uprising

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 12:26


    Hosted by Dr. Michelle Mazur, the Rebel Uprising podcast helps passionate business owners, coaches and consultants become recognized leaders who make more money and impact the world by turning their messy, complicated ideas into thriving thought leadership businesses   As a quick note before you listen to the episode, you may notice we call the show, "Rebel Rising." Michelle has since renamed the podcast, but she assures me the interview is otherwise as relevant as ever!   Check out this Podcast Ally minisode to learn how you can become a guest on The Rebel Uprising podcast!   And don’t forget to listen to Rebel Uprising before you pitch Michelle!

    How to Pitch: Rebel Uprising

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2020 12:27


    Hosted by Dr. Michelle Mazur, the Rebel Uprising podcast helps passionate business owners, coaches and consultants become recognized leaders who make more money and impact the world by turning their messy, complicated ideas into thriving thought leadership businesses   As a quick note before you listen to the episode, you may notice we call the show, "Rebel Rising." Michelle has since renamed the podcast, but she assures me the interview is otherwise as relevant as ever!   Check out this Podcast Ally minisode to learn how you can become a guest on The Rebel Uprising podcast!   And don't forget to listen to Rebel Uprising before you pitch Michelle!

    EP07: Making a Content Pivot with Michelle Mazur

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 32:42


    What do you do when the podcast you built doesn't excite you anymore?   When you haven't resonated with your own content in a while, and you just can't muster up the energy to push through the disconnect anymore?   You could always rebrand your podcast and pivot to a topic that's more aligned with who you are now, but that would mean losing the audience you worked so hard to grow!   .... Or does it?   Dr. Michelle Mazur has proven that rebranding isn't the kiss of death for your podcast and can reignite your passion for podcasting.   As a brand messaging coach, Michelle teaches that having a clear and captivating message is the key to reaching the people you could help the most, in a way that is powerful and feels effortless.   And yet, she reached a crossroads with her podcast, where she knew that she had to rename and rebrand her show.   In today's conversation, Michelle walks us through her decision to make the change — as well as the response she got from her audience.   I also got her to share her tips with dealing with the pressure of feeling like your podcast has to be perfectly scripted in order to be successful.

    EP07: Making a Content Pivot with Michelle Mazur

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2020 32:43


    What do you do when the podcast you built doesn't excite you anymore?   When you haven't resonated with your own content in a while, and you just can't muster up the energy to push through the disconnect anymore?   You could always rebrand your podcast and pivot to a topic that's more aligned with who you are now, but that would mean losing the audience you worked so hard to grow!   .... Or does it?   Dr. Michelle Mazur has proven that rebranding isn't the kiss of death for your podcast and can reignite your passion for podcasting.   As a brand messaging coach, Michelle teaches that having a clear and captivating message is the key to reaching the people you could help the most, in a way that is powerful and feels effortless.   And yet, she reached a crossroads with her podcast, where she knew that she had to rename and rebrand her show.   In today's conversation, Michelle walks us through her decision to make the change — as well as the response she got from her audience.   I also got her to share her tips with dealing with the pressure of feeling like your podcast has to be perfectly scripted in order to be successful.

    How to Pitch: Ready Enough Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 8:14


    Tanya Geisler’s Ready Enough Podcast explores not only how the Imposter Complex gets in the way of achieving your dreams, but also how lived experiences of racism, sexism, colonialism, fat-phobia, micro-aggression, trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, alcoholism, and more leave you questioning your capacity to move forward.   Listen to this Podcast Ally minisode to find out how you can join Tanya on the Ready Enough Podcast.   And don’t forget to listen to the Ready Enough Podcast before you pitch Tanya.

    How to Pitch: Ready Enough Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2020 8:14


    Tanya Geisler's Ready Enough Podcast explores not only how the Imposter Complex gets in the way of achieving your dreams, but also how lived experiences of racism, sexism, colonialism, fat-phobia, micro-aggression, trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, alcoholism, and more leave you questioning your capacity to move forward.   Listen to this Podcast Ally minisode to find out how you can join Tanya on the Ready Enough Podcast.   And don't forget to listen to the Ready Enough Podcast before you pitch Tanya.

    EP06: Being “Ready Enough” to Examine Your Message Through an Intersectional Lens with Tanya Geisler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 40:12


    Starting a podcast is hard enough, without intentionally pushing yourself well beyond the limits of your comfort zone.   But that’s exactly what Tanya Geisler did when she launched the Ready Enough Podcast.   As a certified Leadership Coach, TEDxWomen speaker and writer, Tanya is the pre-eminent authority on the Imposter Complex. Her clients include best-selling authors, public speakers, and rockstar motivators.   With credentials like those, it might be hard to believe that Tanya's podcast grew out of some tough questions she didn't feel ready to answer.    Instead of shying away from those questions, Tanya turned them into a learning opportunity for herself and her audience.   In this episode of Podcast Ally, I talked to her to find out what it was like hosting a podcast, when you know going into each conversation that you were going to be learning from your guests -- and possibly getting things wrong.   In our conversation, Tanya shares: The tough realization that led her to start the Ready Enough podcast Why she felt the need to step up as a coach and a leader to better understand at the intersectional identities that impact a person's experience with her subject matter What to do when you realize that you don't have the expertise to adequately help someone who approaches you Navigating sensitive topics, and getting comfortable with the fact that you WILL make mistakes   Please check out the Ready Enough Podcast at tanyageisler.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    EP06: Being “Ready Enough” to Examine Your Message Through an Intersectional Lens with Tanya Geisler

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2020 40:13


    Starting a podcast is hard enough, without intentionally pushing yourself well beyond the limits of your comfort zone.   But that's exactly what Tanya Geisler did when she launched the Ready Enough Podcast.   As a certified Leadership Coach, TEDxWomen speaker and writer, Tanya is the pre-eminent authority on the Imposter Complex. Her clients include best-selling authors, public speakers, and rockstar motivators.   With credentials like those, it might be hard to believe that Tanya's podcast grew out of some tough questions she didn't feel ready to answer.    Instead of shying away from those questions, Tanya turned them into a learning opportunity for herself and her audience.   In this episode of Podcast Ally, I talked to her to find out what it was like hosting a podcast, when you know going into each conversation that you were going to be learning from your guests -- and possibly getting things wrong.   In our conversation, Tanya shares: The tough realization that led her to start the Ready Enough podcast Why she felt the need to step up as a coach and a leader to better understand at the intersectional identities that impact a person's experience with her subject matter What to do when you realize that you don't have the expertise to adequately help someone who approaches you Navigating sensitive topics, and getting comfortable with the fact that you WILL make mistakes   Please check out the Ready Enough Podcast at tanyageisler.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.

    How to Pitch: The Get Paid Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 16:43


    On The Get Paid Podcast, Claire Pelletreau gives you an honest look at the reality of running an online business! She interviews entrepreneurs to find out how they get paid and what it costs them to bring in the money.    Learn how to land a guest spot on The Get Paid Podcast in this Podcast Ally minisode!   And don’t forget to listen to The Get Paid Podcast podcast before you pitch Claire.

    How to Pitch: The Get Paid Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2020 16:44


    On The Get Paid Podcast, Claire Pelletreau gives you an honest look at the reality of running an online business! She interviews entrepreneurs to find out how they get paid and what it costs them to bring in the money.    Learn how to land a guest spot on The Get Paid Podcast in this Podcast Ally minisode!   And don't forget to listen to The Get Paid Podcast podcast before you pitch Claire.

    EP05: Coming Back from a 2-Year Hiatus with Claire Pelletreau of The Get Paid Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 57:44


    Remember when you got that perm that you'd been dreaming of and strutted around town proudly, even though it had more of a rat's nest vibe than a Madonna vibe?   Or even better, remember when you got those parachute pants that you'd been eyeing at the mall and saved up all your babysitting money for?   That hair and those pants were SO COOL to you at the time, but now you look back at the old pictures of yourself and can't help but laugh at yourself and wonder, What was I thinking?   All of us grow and change every year — not just in our style preferences, but in every aspect of life.   So if our tastes are constantly evolving, why do so many of us expect the same podcasting style and business model to work for us forever?   On Podcast Ally, we invited Claire Pelletreau of The Get Paid Podcast to talk about how she changed her podcast after a brutally honest conversation she had with a friend about her show and content.   Claire goes in detail about: Why she pressed pause on her podcast How it felt to come back 2 years later The difficult conversation that sparked changes that made her podcast and business stronger than ever The steps she took to make her podcast more impactful and intentional after her hiatus Where the idea for her show came from How she gets her guests comfortable with opening up about their finances.   Please check out The Get Paid Podcast at www.clairepells.com/podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts.   And if you’re interested about Claire’s work as a Facebook and Instagram ads consultant, you can watch her masterclass, the 5 ad formula for selling online courses on autopilot, at www.clairepells.com/5ads/.

    EP05: Coming Back from a 2-Year Hiatus with Claire Pelletreau of The Get Paid Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2020 57:47


    Remember when you got that perm that you'd been dreaming of and strutted around town proudly, even though it had more of a rat's nest vibe than a Madonna vibe?   Or even better, remember when you got those parachute pants that you'd been eyeing at the mall and saved up all your babysitting money for?   That hair and those pants were SO COOL to you at the time, but now you look back at the old pictures of yourself and can't help but laugh at yourself and wonder, What was I thinking?   All of us grow and change every year — not just in our style preferences, but in every aspect of life.   So if our tastes are constantly evolving, why do so many of us expect the same podcasting style and business model to work for us forever?   On Podcast Ally, we invited Claire Pelletreau of The Get Paid Podcast to talk about how she changed her podcast after a brutally honest conversation she had with a friend about her show and content.   Claire goes in detail about: Why she pressed pause on her podcast How it felt to come back 2 years later The difficult conversation that sparked changes that made her podcast and business stronger than ever The steps she took to make her podcast more impactful and intentional after her hiatus Where the idea for her show came from How she gets her guests comfortable with opening up about their finances.   Please check out The Get Paid Podcast at www.clairepells.com/podcast or wherever you listen to podcasts.   And if you're interested about Claire's work as a Facebook and Instagram ads consultant, you can watch her masterclass, the 5 ad formula for selling online courses on autopilot, at www.clairepells.com/5ads/.

    How to Pitch: What Works

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 12:40


    Hosted by Tara McMullin, the What Works podcast goes behind the scenes with small business owners to discover what really works. In each interview, she deep dives with a small business owner and asks about how they manage their marketing, money, operations, team-building, growth, or personal leadership.   Find out how you can become a guest on the What Works podcast in this Podcast Ally minisode!   And don’t forget to listen to What Works before you pitch Tara.

    How to Pitch: What Works

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2020 12:41


    Hosted by Tara McMullin, the What Works podcast goes behind the scenes with small business owners to discover what really works. In each interview, she deep dives with a small business owner and asks about how they manage their marketing, money, operations, team-building, growth, or personal leadership.   Find out how you can become a guest on the What Works podcast in this Podcast Ally minisode!   And don't forget to listen to What Works before you pitch Tara.

    EP04: The Evolution of a Brand Partnership with Tara McMullin of the What Works podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 47:43


    When podcasters decide to monetize their shows, usually they opt between advertising or community support models.   Brand partnership is the road less traveled, but working with an established company who can support the podcast financially, provide production assistance and promote your content could be a dream-come-true for a podcaster looking for more stability and to grow their own platform.   Today, on Podcast Ally, we’re exploring the question of what it’s like to partner up with an established company to produce your podcast with the help of Tara McMullin.   Tara originally launched the What Works podcast under the name Profit.Power.Pursuit in partnership with CreativeLive. She joined me to talk about how she pitched the idea of a podcast to CreativeLive, her experiences working with them, and why she ultimately decided to become an independent podcaster.   Tara shares the nuts-and-bolts on: How she approached CreativeLive with the idea of starting a podcast together Her advice for finding a brand to partner with The major benefits of co-producing a podcast with the help of an established company Why Tara decided to end the partnership with CreativeLive, and how she approached them to ask for full control of the podcast How she managed the transition to indie podcaster The  way she plans content themes for What Works Why Tara believes you should consider your podcast a product you’re providing to customers How she developed her own skills as a podcast host and producer   Please check out What Works at www.explorewhatworks.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!   I also highly recommend Tara’s podcast production company, Yellow House Media, for anyone who wants help with their own content strategy.

    EP04: The Evolution of a Brand Partnership with Tara McMullin of the What Works podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2020 47:45


    When podcasters decide to monetize their shows, usually they opt between advertising or community support models.   Brand partnership is the road less traveled, but working with an established company who can support the podcast financially, provide production assistance and promote your content could be a dream-come-true for a podcaster looking for more stability and to grow their own platform.   Today, on Podcast Ally, we're exploring the question of what it's like to partner up with an established company to produce your podcast with the help of Tara McMullin.   Tara originally launched the What Works podcast under the name Profit.Power.Pursuit in partnership with CreativeLive. She joined me to talk about how she pitched the idea of a podcast to CreativeLive, her experiences working with them, and why she ultimately decided to become an independent podcaster.   Tara shares the nuts-and-bolts on: How she approached CreativeLive with the idea of starting a podcast together Her advice for finding a brand to partner with The major benefits of co-producing a podcast with the help of an established company Why Tara decided to end the partnership with CreativeLive, and how she approached them to ask for full control of the podcast How she managed the transition to indie podcaster The  way she plans content themes for What Works Why Tara believes you should consider your podcast a product you're providing to customers How she developed her own skills as a podcast host and producer   Please check out What Works at www.explorewhatworks.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!   I also highly recommend Tara's podcast production company, Yellow House Media, for anyone who wants help with their own content strategy.

    How to Pitch: The Indie Hackers Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 9:32


    The Indie Hackers Podcast features raw conversations with the founders behind profitable online businesses. The vast majority of listeners are themselves indie hackers, who are turning their ideas and side projects into profitable online businesses.   Find out what it takes to stand out among the 10 guest submissions Courtland gets each day.   And don’t forget to listen to The Indie Hackers Podcast before you pitch Courtland.

    How to Pitch: The Indie Hackers Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 9:32


    The Indie Hackers Podcast features raw conversations with the founders behind profitable online businesses. The vast majority of listeners are themselves indie hackers, who are turning their ideas and side projects into profitable online businesses.   Find out what it takes to stand out among the 10 guest submissions Courtland gets each day.   And don't forget to listen to The Indie Hackers Podcast before you pitch Courtland.

    EP03: The Path to 6 Million Downloads with Courtland Allen of the Indie Hackers Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 44:18


    Looking at the influence of Courtland Allen's thriving 18,000 member Indie Hackers community and wildly popular podcast, you might think success was inevitable.   However, back when Courtland founded Indie Hackers, the concept of building a "lifestyle" business in tech carried a stigma.   As a graduate of MIT and Y Combinator, Courtland spent 6 years trying to build the stereotypical high growth Silicon Valley startup before he realized something...   He just wanted to build something that he could put online, charge money for, and make enough money to pay his bills.   Courtland had a hunch that there were other tech misfits like himself, who could use a space to share their stories and learn from one another.   It was out of that shift in perspective that Indie Hackers was born.   Today, the podcast he started for other Silicon Valley outcasts has reached 6 million downloads, proving that Courtland wasn't the only one opting out of the startup grind.   Courtland joined Podcast Ally to talk about The Indie Hackers Podcast, which grew out the written interviews he was already creating for IndieHackers.com.   In this podcast episode, Courtland shares:  Why he initially resisted starting a podcast and how he feels about it now What it’s like to reach out to successful founders and famous guests  The evolution of Courtland’s research and pre-interview process The Indie Hackers Podcast’s current stats and big moments of growth  Courtland’s approach for deciding show content, guests, and growing the podcast  Why acquisition and retention are important parts of your growth strategy  How Courtland’s goals have changed and what he wants for The Indie Hackers Podcast The power of inspiration and sharing your story—especially on podcasts Advice for podcasters: Do something that you love and don’t give up!  Please check out The Indie Hackers Podcast.    

    EP03: The Path to 6 Million Downloads with Courtland Allen of the Indie Hackers Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 44:19


    Looking at the influence of Courtland Allen's thriving 18,000 member Indie Hackers community and wildly popular podcast, you might think success was inevitable.   However, back when Courtland founded Indie Hackers, the concept of building a "lifestyle" business in tech carried a stigma.   As a graduate of MIT and Y Combinator, Courtland spent 6 years trying to build the stereotypical high growth Silicon Valley startup before he realized something...   He just wanted to build something that he could put online, charge money for, and make enough money to pay his bills.   Courtland had a hunch that there were other tech misfits like himself, who could use a space to share their stories and learn from one another.   It was out of that shift in perspective that Indie Hackers was born.   Today, the podcast he started for other Silicon Valley outcasts has reached 6 million downloads, proving that Courtland wasn't the only one opting out of the startup grind.   Courtland joined Podcast Ally to talk about The Indie Hackers Podcast, which grew out the written interviews he was already creating for IndieHackers.com.   In this podcast episode, Courtland shares:  Why he initially resisted starting a podcast and how he feels about it now What it's like to reach out to successful founders and famous guests  The evolution of Courtland's research and pre-interview process The Indie Hackers Podcast's current stats and big moments of growth  Courtland's approach for deciding show content, guests, and growing the podcast  Why acquisition and retention are important parts of your growth strategy  How Courtland's goals have changed and what he wants for The Indie Hackers Podcast The power of inspiration and sharing your story—especially on podcasts Advice for podcasters: Do something that you love and don't give up!  Please check out The Indie Hackers Podcast.    

    How to Pitch: The Copywriter Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 17:19


    What if you could hang out with seriously talented copywriters and other experts; ask them about their successes and failures, their work processes and their habits; then steal an idea or two to inspire your own work?   That’s what Kira Hug and Rob Marsh do every week at The Copywriter Club podcast.   If you're in the copywriting business, or have something to offer Rob and Kira's audience, listen to this minisode where they explain the do's and don'ts of submitting a guest recommendation to The Copywriter Club podcast.   And don’t forget to listen to The Copywriter Club Podcast before you pitch.

    How to Pitch: The Copywriter Club

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 17:19


    What if you could hang out with seriously talented copywriters and other experts; ask them about their successes and failures, their work processes and their habits; then steal an idea or two to inspire your own work?   That's what Kira Hug and Rob Marsh do every week at The Copywriter Club podcast.   If you're in the copywriting business, or have something to offer Rob and Kira's audience, listen to this minisode where they explain the do's and don'ts of submitting a guest recommendation to The Copywriter Club podcast.   And don't forget to listen to The Copywriter Club Podcast before you pitch.

    EP02: Finding Your Flow with a Co-Host with The Copywriter Club's Rob Marsh and Kira Hug

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 40:47


    Have you ever considered bringing on a co-host for your podcast?   Someone to riff off of and share the responsibility for producing content or to fill in the gaps when you blank out during an interview?   Kira Hug and Rob Marsh have been co-hosting The Copywriter Club together since 2016, and they joined Podcast Ally to share how they got into a groove with their podcast and co-hosting abilities.   Kira and Rob talk about: How they create space for one another to follow their interests during an interview The logistics of co-hosting (ever worry about talking over your co-host? Kira and Rob have tips for you!) How they decide which guests to bring onto The Copywriter Club How they've kept their podcast fresh over the years Why they love working together -- even as they sometimes compete for clients! Their advice for podcasters looking to stand out in a competitive market Their go-to questions for sparking great conversation Please check out The Copywriter Club podcast!   You can also find Rob and Kira at: Brandstory (Rob's site) KiraHug.com The Copywriter Club  

    EP02: Finding Your Flow with a Co-Host with The Copywriter Club's Rob Marsh and Kira Hug

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 40:49


    Have you ever considered bringing on a co-host for your podcast?   Someone to riff off of and share the responsibility for producing content or to fill in the gaps when you blank out during an interview?   Kira Hug and Rob Marsh have been co-hosting The Copywriter Club together since 2016, and they joined Podcast Ally to share how they got into a groove with their podcast and co-hosting abilities.   Kira and Rob talk about: How they create space for one another to follow their interests during an interview The logistics of co-hosting (ever worry about talking over your co-host? Kira and Rob have tips for you!) How they decide which guests to bring onto The Copywriter Club How they've kept their podcast fresh over the years Why they love working together -- even as they sometimes compete for clients! Their advice for podcasters looking to stand out in a competitive market Their go-to questions for sparking great conversation Please check out The Copywriter Club podcast!   You can also find Rob and Kira at: Brandstory (Rob's site) KiraHug.com The Copywriter Club  

    How to Pitch: Explore Your Enthusiasm

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 11:30


    Explore Your Enthusiasm is a podcast that explores what it takes to craft a sustainable, profitable, FUN business, while staying enthusiastic and motivated.   While Tara Swiger rarely brings guests onto the show, there are still some opportunities to be featured.   Tune into this minisode with Tara Swiger to learn how to submit your book for a review!   And don’t forget to listen to the Explore Your Enthusiasm podcast before you pitch Tara.

    How to Pitch: Explore Your Enthusiasm

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 11:29


    Explore Your Enthusiasm is a podcast that explores what it takes to craft a sustainable, profitable, FUN business, while staying enthusiastic and motivated.   While Tara Swiger rarely brings guests onto the show, there are still some opportunities to be featured.   Tune into this minisode with Tara Swiger to learn how to submit your book for a review!   And don't forget to listen to the Explore Your Enthusiasm podcast before you pitch Tara.

    EP01: Keeping the Enthusiasm Alive for 300 Episodes with Tara Swiger

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 38:37


    Tara Swiger is the host of the Explore Your Enthusiasm podcast—a show she’s hosted since 2014.    Explore Your Enthusiasm recently celebrated its 300th episode, and I couldn’t think of a better candidate for our first guest than someone who not only has put out so much content — but the majority of those episodes have also been solo!   I brought Tara onto Podcast Ally to pick her brain about how she keeps the show going.    In addition to the podcast, Tara is an author, a foster mom, and the founder of a program of business basics for nerdy makers called The Starship, so you know that making it easy was one of her priorities in producing her own show.    In her interview, Tara shares: Why Tara became interested in the podcast platform  Which is easier to produce — solo or interview episodes How she comes up with content ideas  Exactly how she puts her episodes together How she keeps going even when it feels really hard Tara’s tips for podcasters who are new to creating content or figuring out their audience      Please check out the Explore Your Enthusiasm podcast!   If you’re a creative or maker, I also recommend you join her Free Facebook group called Confident and Profitable Handmade Biz. You can find that at facebook.com/groups/taraswiger.

    EP01: Keeping the Enthusiasm Alive for 300 Episodes with Tara Swiger

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2020 38:37


    Tara Swiger is the host of the Explore Your Enthusiasm podcast—a show she's hosted since 2014.    Explore Your Enthusiasm recently celebrated its 300th episode, and I couldn't think of a better candidate for our first guest than someone who not only has put out so much content — but the majority of those episodes have also been solo!   I brought Tara onto Podcast Ally to pick her brain about how she keeps the show going.    In addition to the podcast, Tara is an author, a foster mom, and the founder of a program of business basics for nerdy makers called The Starship, so you know that making it easy was one of her priorities in producing her own show.    In her interview, Tara shares: Why Tara became interested in the podcast platform  Which is easier to produce — solo or interview episodes How she comes up with content ideas  Exactly how she puts her episodes together How she keeps going even when it feels really hard Tara's tips for podcasters who are new to creating content or figuring out their audience      Please check out the Explore Your Enthusiasm podcast!   If you're a creative or maker, I also recommend you join her Free Facebook group called Confident and Profitable Handmade Biz. You can find that at facebook.com/groups/taraswiger.

    Welcome To Podcast Ally

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2020 3:02


    They say it's better not to see how the sausage is made ... but when it comes to podcasting, Brigitte Lyons heartily disagrees. The Podcast Ally podcast goes behind the curtain with your favorite podcasters, and uncovers how they found their voice, develop their best content, and built their masterful interview skills to create the shows you love most. Podcast Ally is a show by and for podcasters and the listeners that love them. Podcasting expert Brigitte Lyons interviews popular podcasters and explores the challenges and roadblocks they had to face as they grew along with their fans. Join Brigitte as she covers topics including the implications of a podcast name, how to show up for conversations that push the boundaries of your comfort zone, and what one high-ranking podcaster went through when she separated her podcast from a powerful brand sponsor.

    Welcome To Podcast Ally

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    They say it's better not to see how the sausage is made ... but when it comes to podcasting, Brigitte Lyons heartily disagrees. The Podcast Ally podcast goes behind the curtain with your favorite podcasters, and uncovers how they found their voice, develop their best content, and built their masterful interview skills to create the shows you love most. Podcast Ally is a show by and for podcasters and the listeners that love them. Podcasting expert Brigitte Lyons interviews popular podcasters and explores the challenges and roadblocks they had to face as they grew along with their fans. Join Brigitte as she covers topics including the implications of a podcast name, how to show up for conversations that push the boundaries of your comfort zone, and what one high-ranking podcaster went through when she separated her podcast from a powerful brand sponsor.

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