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Start your morning with Buzzcast with Reginald Walker:  A look at the World Cup final's in-venue business; World Cup total revenue to exceed expectations; the Lakers announce a new jersey patch deal and putting a bow on the MLB All-Star Week business. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week on Pods Like Us Chronicles, Marv sits down with Jamie East — Head of Podcast at DGM, and creator/host of Bad Blood: Life of a Cancer — for an unfiltered conversation about turning a chronic myeloid leukaemia diagnosis into one of the most honest podcasts around.Jamie talks about recording the first phone call within days of diagnosis, why he refused to cut the swearing out in the edit, using dark humour as a coping mechanism, his trip to Glasgow with Leukaemia UK to meet the researchers behind the science, and why he called out a rival podcast's trailer for peddling "big pharma" conspiracy nonsense. He also explains why, one year on, he's not sure there's more to say — and why that might be exactly the right place to end a show.Content warning: this episode contains strong language throughout.After the interview, a trailer for fellow July Podcasting Month show Fallacious Trump, followed by Marv's usual round-up of the week's biggest podcasting news and views — and closing out with a trailer for Sports Are Dumb.The back half of this episode is Marv's usual whirlwind tour through the podcasting industry's week, pulling together insight from across the newsletter world. He touches on backing up your archive for new formats via Mia Kuroki, the discipline of staying in your lane rather than chasing every platform via Neal Veglio, and the shifting landscape at Buzzcast, Spotify and Megaphone via Gavin Gaddis. There's a nod to James Cridland's spot on Tom Holland interviewing Tom Holland, Frank Racioppi's Forbes piece championing shows that genuinely help people through hard moments in life, and Stephanie Fuccio's reflections on using AI to wrangle scattered thoughts and on the value of a good trailer. Rounding it out are GoodPods' most-viewed shows, John McDermott's take on parasocial listening habits and Netflix's secretive podcast numbers, and Tony Doe's look at AI discoverability, a rap-format chat show, and the growing podcast scene across Africa — a genuinely packed, "something for everyone" segment for anyone working in or around the medium.

Send us Fan MailA great podcast can still get ignored if the packaging doesn't convince anyone to press play!Courtney Elmer, founder and CEO of PodLaunch and host of Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast, joins us to put Buzzcast through a live audit of the five Podcast Content Gatekeepers: cover art, podcast name, podcast description, episode titles, and show notes. Score your own podcast along with us, while she helps Buzzcast figure out where it may be losing potential listeners, and why small changes can make a bigger difference than chasing the latest podcast growth tactic.Links mentioned:PodLaunchInsider Secrets to a Top 100 PodcastBingeworthy Episode Title Cheat SheetPodcast Health Score™ waitlist (Post show) Check out Courtney's AirBnB!Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Dinner conversations and takeaways from MLB's big week Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Josh Carpenter: The World Cup keeps delivering; the Buss Brothers look to NBA Europe; and a big weekend on tap at Royal Birkdale  Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire:  Dallas completes World Cup run with France-Spain semi; Fox Sports airs doubleheader with MLB All-Star Game; Baseball leaders discuss labor situation; Bundesliga will stream on...Fandango? Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Data points for MLB at mid-season; Fanatics Fest enters year three and NHL club meetings in Denver   Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey, Podcasters! About a month ago, the Buzzcast team turned the show into a video podcast.Rather than speculate about whether video is worth it, they decided to try it themselves and see what actually happened.Some parts have been exactly what they expected. Others... not so much!In this episode of Buzzcast they discussed what they learned after the first month, including the real numbers, what surprised them most, and one recording mistake that still hurts to think about.They also cover:How many people are actually watching on Apple PodcastsWhat the early video stats are starting to revealWhy editing video takes much longer than editing audioAnd how one failed recording reinforced the importance of a reliable workflowA big takeaway is that they still think audio is the easiest way to start a podcast! If you've been thinking about adding video, or you're already experimenting with it, this episode gives an honest look at the tradeoffs after a month of real-world experience!Listen to BuzzcastNew to Buzzsprout?Join us today at 1 pm EST for a Buzzsprout Orientation hosted by our Podcaster Success Team. We'll walk you through your Buzzsprout account and help you prepare for a successful podcast launch! Sign up for OrientationGrow Your Craft Join us on July 16th for Podcasting Made Simple Live, a premium virtual event for podcast hosts and guests that helps them grow their influence, revenue, and expertise! Use code BUZZLIVE at checkout for a free ticket.One quick favor before you go!The podcasting community is helping shape the Podcast Movement 2026 schedule, and we'd love your support! If you'd like to see the Buzzsprout team on stage this year, we'd be grateful if you voted for our sessions below:• Vote for Jordan's Talk on Getting Listeners to Do What You Ask ​• Vote for Alban's Talk on Audio, Video, or Both?​• Vote for Tom's Talk on Podcast Stats​Have a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Inside the Seahawks deal, MLS' big post-World Cup effort and assessing ESPN's coverage of Wimbledon Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today in the business of podcasting:Buzzsprout has brought its official podcast, Buzzcast, back to Spotify months after pulling it, with co-founder Kevin Finn citing fixes to Spotify's video lock-in issue and a desire for broader multiplatform distribution.Megaphone shifts to the Spotify Ad Server on July 17, raising the maximum ad duration to 90 seconds while dropping VAST tag support, a change to the migration first reported in May.DAX U.S. President Brian Conlon pushes back on the "shrinking attention span" narrative, pointing to Edison Research's Infinite Dial 2026 finding that 45% of Americans 12 and older listened to a podcast in the past week.Ad Results Media argues digital audio is built for a privacy-first future, citing AdsWizz data on contextual targeting and SiriusXM Media research on consumer trust as reasons marketers should layer first-party and contextual signals instead of chasing cookie replacements.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.

Today in the business of podcasting:Buzzsprout has brought its official podcast, Buzzcast, back to Spotify months after pulling it, with co-founder Kevin Finn citing fixes to Spotify's video lock-in issue and a desire for broader multiplatform distribution.Megaphone shifts to the Spotify Ad Server on July 17, raising the maximum ad duration to 90 seconds while dropping VAST tag support, a change to the migration first reported in May.DAX U.S. President Brian Conlon pushes back on the "shrinking attention span" narrative, pointing to Edison Research's Infinite Dial 2026 finding that 45% of Americans 12 and older listened to a podcast in the past week.Ad Results Media argues digital audio is built for a privacy-first future, citing AdsWizz data on contextual targeting and SiriusXM Media research on consumer trust as reasons marketers should layer first-party and contextual signals instead of chasing cookie replacements.To find links to these, and every article covered in today's episode, click here. You can also subscribe to The Download's newsletter to receive the full issue straight to your email inbox every day.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire:  USMNT makes coach hire — for LA28; CSC releases NIL report; NFL flag venue takes shape Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  A heavyweight battle for the NBA in Vegas and Greg Maffei sees an opportunity in horse racing Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Story lines shift on World Cup, and not for the better; Gotham FC eyes bigger stage at Etihad Park and Big 12 lands Monster in novel deal Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Canada's sports power player; why Full Swing made sense for Versant and the NBA tests speeding up its product Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Reginald Walker:  Previewing the USMNT round of 16 match against Belgium; World Cup providing an economic boom across the country and the aftermath of the Boston Celtics blockbuster trade.  Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  From padel to college to the NBA, headlines and highlights leading into the July 4th weekend Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Fox's World Cup viewership in context; the bids are in for NBA Europe and is football America's game? Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  PLL gets shot in the arm with new funding; Iger eyes NBA Vegas team? Chicago Fire spend on the pitch before new stadium opens Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Takeaways from Nashville; the World Cup's next phase and storylines around Wimbledon Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailAfter a month of publishing Buzzcast as a video podcast, we have some real stats, workflow notes, and one very painful mistake to talk about.In this episode, we check in on our video podcasting experiment: how many people are actually watching, what Apple Podcasts video stats seem to tell us, and what surprised us most.We talk through what happened when a full video recording failed, why editing video is so much harder than audio, how difficult video files are to transfer, and why an audio setup is much easier than a video setup.Contact BuzzcastSend us Fan MailTweet us at @buzzcastpodcast, @albanbrooke, @kfinn, and @JordanPodsThanks for listening and Keep Podcasting!

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp:  All things soccer as the World Cup's Round of 32 approaches; MLB looks to revolutionize its player contracts; Kalshi looks to raise funds at a $40B valuation; Dave Pasch re-ups at ESPN; and Apple TV looks to attract more F1 viewers with a race in front of the paywall. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Allstate doubles down on college and women's sports; Dundon talks Moda Center; Cosm gets funding to expand and a Chicago switch Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Bettman eyes opportunities in Texas; breaking down first round NBA Draft picks and their agents and the PGA Tour's historic day Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Foley eyes NBA in Las Vegas; why World Cup success rubs off on LA28 and the White family legacy in college sports grows Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  How Seattle showed off for World Cup;  Assessing the Fox Sports World Cup studio; PWHL lands big-time investors and NASCAR's big weekend in San Diego Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  NASCAR's big idea comes to fruition; Congress inches closer to protecting college sports and do you want a job in sports business? Well, here's some advice... Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour: Topics of a dinner conversation; Caitlin 1 to launch in October; NASCAR gets set for San Diego and takeaways from the A's in Las Vegas Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour: Wait, the World Cup is a hit?! NBA touts best viewership for Finals since days of MJ; NHL also shows healthy gains and the challenge facing Brian Rolapp at the PGA Tour Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  The Big 12 move on from Sorsby; Tom Izzo calls out university leaders and ManU goes all-in with Amazon Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Your podcast can be heartfelt and still be strategic.  I'm joined by Jordan Blair, a podcast producer at Buzzsprout and co-host of BuzzCast, to unpack the real-world basics that separate podcasts that fade out from podcasts that grow. We start with something deceptively simple: your “why.” Jordan shares how clarity of purpose shapes everything from topic choices to guest selection to podcast marketing, and why listeners only return when they know exactly what they'll get every time they press play.From there, we get practical about podcast audio quality and listener experience. Jordan explains why “good enough” audio is mostly about removing distractions, and how modern tools can help indie creators sound polished without a studio. Then we move into the part most creators underestimate: engagement. We talk parasocial relationships, how to turn listeners into superfans, and how features like Buzzsprout Fan Mail can make it easy for people to reach you with feedback, questions, and even voice messages you can use in future episodes.We also cover consistency without burnout, including giving yourself permission to take a break, how to communicate it clearly, and how Dynamic Content can place a timely announcement across your back catalog and remove it later. Finally, Jordan breaks down podcast monetization without the pressure, why listener support can beat ads, and how sponsorships can create stress if you're not careful. If you're starting a podcast, restarting after a slump, or trying to make your show sustainable, you'll leave with concrete next steps.Link to Buzzsprout's official podcast about podcasting!Subscribe to Connect Inspire Create for more grounded creator conversations, share this with a podcaster friend, and if it helps you, leave a quick review so more indie creators can find it.Let me know what you'd like to hear more about on the showSupport the showI'm Carol Clegg, your host, an accountability coach and curious conversationalist inviting guests from a wide range of backgrounds to share insights on how they live, think, and navigate change.If you enjoy reflection, fresh perspectives, and honest dialogue, this space is for you.If you'd like to experience this work in community, I host a complimentary monthly Accountability Circle  a supportive space to pause, gain clarity, and choose a gentle next step forward. More info at https://carolclegg.com/accountabilitycircleFor those ready for deeper, more consistent support, I also offer a 90-day Accountability Package, designed to help you move from scattered ideas to steady, sustainable momentum.You can learn more at carolclegg.comLet's connect on LinkedIn and Instagram, or join my LinkedIn Group Flourish: A Community for Women Business Owners

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Positive start to World Cup; UFC pulls off DC spectacle and The Swamp set for major makeover  Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This week's episode discussion includes magic tricks, why we would have dumped both Howard and Sheldon, how motherhood is presented in Big Bang Theory and other pop culture, and more!Download hereRunning time: 1:10:10, 50.7 MB

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire:  USMNT starts its World Cup; Wimbledon increases prize purse; UFC preps for Freedom 250 Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Joe Lemire.  FIFA men's World Cup kicks off; Knicks-Spurs does big Game 3 ratings; more Sorsby fallout in college sports Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Jenn Azara: Bret McCormick, Ethan Joyce, and Irving Mejia-Hilario join Azara for a look at day one of SBJ's Brand Innovation Summit in Chicago. The group also provides a preview of what to look forward to today -- day two of the event.   Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailWhat exactly IS a podcast? And why are so many people talking about them?If you've ever wondered how to listen to a podcast, where to find one, whether you need Spotify or YouTube, or if podcasts are simply people talking on the phone, this conversation is for you.Host Marqueeta Curtis-Haynes sits down with Jordan Blair, Podcast Producer at Buzzsprout, one of the leading podcast hosting platforms and the home of the Ageless Glamour Girls™ Podcast since its launch. Jordan is also co-host of Buzzcast, where she helps creators better understand podcasting, audience growth, consistency, monetization, and building successful indie shows.Together, they discuss:• What podcasts are - and what they aren't• How to listen and watch on today's most popular platforms• Why adults 55+ are among the fastest-growing podcast audiences• The role of YouTube in podcast discovery• Common technology fears and misconceptions• What equipment you really need (hint: probably less than you think!)• How podcasts help us stay connected, informed, and engaged• What it takes to start a podcast of your own• Podcast growth, monetization, and avoiding creator burnoutWhether you're curious about podcasts, thinking about becoming a guest, or wondering if your own life experiences could become a podcast someday, this episode will help you better understand one of today's fastest-growing forms of media.Because your voice, your wisdom, and your story still matter. And yes, of course, we need more Ageless Glamour Girls™ on the MIC!Listen now and join the conversation.CHEERS to Healthy Aging and Joyful Living, Luvvies!********************About Our Guest: Jordan Blair | Podcast Producer, Buzzsprout; Host, BuzzCastI'm Jordan Blair, the podcast producer at Buzzsprout and co-host of BuzzCast, where we break down what's happening in podcasting and translate it into practical, creator-friendly advice. I've been podcasting for 7 years and have produced 6 podcasts, and I love helping indie creators solve the stuff that all podcasters face: inconsistent content creation, lack of listener engagement, and monetization that feels out of reach. My approach is friendly and grounded in real workflows, examples from my own personal mistakes, and strategies that work even when you don't have a big team. I've spoken at Podcast Movement on monetization strategy (“Sponsorships, Subscriptions, or Support? Choose the Right Monetization Strategy for Your Podcast”), and on how indie podcasters can rival the pros through smart branding, marketing, and monetizing. I also taught PodConf's “Pitch Your Podcast!” session on landing sponsorships without sounding salesy, including cold email tips and templates.Connect with Jordan Blair & Buzzsprout:https://buzzcast.buzzsprout.com/https://www.buzzsprout.com/1957181/resourcesSupport the showSupport Ageless Glamour Girls™:www.agelessglamourgirls.com        www.linkedin.com/in/marqueetacurtishaynes       https://www.shopltk.com/explore/AgelessGlamourGirls https://www.youtube.com/@agelessglamourgirls      Instagram @agelessglamourgirlsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/agelessglamourgirlsPrivate (AGG) FB Group: The Ageless Café: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theagelesscafeTikTok: @agelessglamourgirlsPodcast Producers: Ageless Glamour Girls™ and Purple Tulip Media, LLC  

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour and Ben Portnoy from Las Vegas:  Brendan Sorsby's injunction reverberates throughout the NACDA convention; Utah ends Under Armour relationship; and what to expect at SBJ-NACDA sessions 00:28 Brendan Sorsby injunction reaction felt around NACDA 03:27 Revenue generation is the hot topic in Las Vegas 05:22 The role of GMs in college athletics 05:54 Utah splits with Under Armour 07:15 SBJ-NACDA sessions preview Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send a question for 'Ask Megan'Hey, Podcasters!Most podcast advice focuses on how to keep your show going. But this week on Buzzcast, we explored a different question: When is it time to start something new?We're not talking about quitting podcasting. In fact, quite the opposite.We're talking about when a podcast naturally reaches the end of its run. Sometimes it's because your interests evolve. And other times, you've learned so much from your first show that you're ready to apply those skills to a new idea.One of my favorite takeaways from the episode was that some projects end like a funeral, but others can end like a graduation!You finished what you set out to do, and now you're excited about what's next.In this episode, the Buzzcast team talks about several reasons podcasters start a second show:• They've discovered a new topic they're genuinely excited about • They've outgrown the original format • They want to experiment with a different style of podcasting • They have uncovered a new idea while creating their current showThe good news is that none of the work from your first podcast goes away! You still have the skills, the experience, the confidence behind the mic, and everything you've learned along the way.So if you've been kicking around a new podcast idea or wondering whether it's time to explore something different, I think you'll really enjoy this conversation! Listen to BuzzcastEpisode of the Week The past few weeks, you've heard me talk a lot about video podcasting. It's an exciting time to be thinking about video, but it can also be confusing to know if it's the right fit for your podcast. In this episode of ​Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer​, Alban and Courtney discuss how to know if video is worth adding to your show and what it takes to do it well! Listen to EpisodeHave a question for Megan? Send a text!That's all for this week! Thanks for listening & keep podcasting!

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp:  World Cup week finally arrives; Game 3 at MSG could be rough on fans; potential complications arise for the UFC Freedom 250 card; Vinnie Viola gets another win at Belmont; and Cosm Atlanta opens up. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Austin Karp:  The Stanley Cup Final starts hot; Gianni Infantino takes away fans' empty water bottles; F1 is staying in Vegas for another decade; and Casey Wasserman says he isn't going anywhere. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Adam Silver meets the press; Gordon Gee points the finger at himself and a transformative project breaks ground in Chicago Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  The NHL's killer opening; NBA Europe moves forward; SEC and Big 10 push back on Protect College Sports Act and the ever-present Messi Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  Details on two major new facility plans; Stanley Cup Final shows the changing face of NHL and Commanders offer fan-friendly concession pricing Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour:  No answers for Bears in IL; re-org at the NHL; Big 12 signs participation agreement with CSC and an honor for longtime NFL exec Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour: From MLB expansion markets to NBA's lottery shift to the growth of Padel Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour: College sports' next hope in Congress moves ahead; MLBPA offers first CBA proposal and Travis Kelce becomes partner in Cleveland Guardians. Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour: Inside college conference revenue; major development in Indy anchored to sports projects and details on NHL teams social media results Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

 Start your morning with Buzzcast with Abe Madkour: Big week for Bears, SEC meets in FL and leftover thoughts from Memorial Day weekend Sign up for SBJ 360, our free, daily newsletter. SBJ 360 delivers a concise, high-level overview of the most important stories shaping the sports industry. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

So many people think the only way you can have a successful podcast is to be famous. Today we have a quick Interview with Jordan Blair from the Dreamful podcast and the Buzzsprout podcast Buzzcast. Jordan share all the straggles she is using to monetize her show.Jordan's Been Podcasting For Seven YearsThis didn't happen overnight, but you will hear where Jordan recommends starting monetization efforts from day one. This way your family and friends who want to support the show can actually chip in, and the audience gets used to hearing you ask for support.If you feel weird asking for value in return for the value you have given to the audience, keep in mind PBS has been doing this for decades.Where Do You Start?Jordan recommends starting off with enabling donations (technically a tip not a donation, unless you're a non-profit). Buzzsprout has this built in or you could use buy me a coffee, and many others. If you start with subscriptions, as you're just starting the show, it may be a little overwhelming and you end up making extra content for an audience that doesn't exist (yet). Just realize if you want people to chip in, you have to ask.You can see Jordan's support page here.Affiliate Links Are a Great TestWe talked about tools for using affiliate links in a previous episode. Affiliate links enable you to make a commission on a sale from someone using your special link. This is a great test and practice to get used to doing calls to action, promoting a product, and seeing what products your audience is interestedThe Pros and Cons of MerchJordan shares how she created some swag for her audience, setup a store and received absolutely zero sales. This is when she realized she should ask her audience what they want first before making swag. For more on merch sales check out my interview with Jayna Marie.First Person Endorsements Deliver Tons of ValueJordan's show is for kids who are trying to go to sleep. She found some puzzles and bought them and tried them. She knew this would resonate with her audience, and talked about her own experience with the puzzles and the affiliate links came flowing in.You Might Have to Take Partners to SchoolJordan explains that her first sponsor knocked on her door, and provided an offer. Jordan had to explain to them how partnerships work in podcasting (this isn't radio, and we have a much stronger connection with our audiences). She renogiated and came up with a dela that worked for everyone.She Didn't Plan on Making MoneyJordan started the Dreamful stories podcast as a resource for her own children. She launched it, and focused on delivering value and connecting with her audience. She found out what they wanted and delivered the show they wanted. This lead to her show's downloads escalating while she was on a break!Check out Jordan's ShowsDreamful StoriesBuzzcastGot Feedback On This Episode?I'd love to hear what you thought about this episode. If you have a minute or two, it's less than five questions and works great on your phone or computer. Share Your ThoughtsOther Items MentionedPodnews Weekly ReviewHow to Turn Your Podcast Into Passive Income (With Tools I Actually Use)Big Lash Energy: One Million Downloads Fueled by Coffee and ComplimentsProfit From Your Podcast Book (by Dave)This Old Marketing ShowSponsor Magnet Book by Justin MooreMentioned in this episode:Live AppearancesI will be at the Empower Podcasting Conference (Year 3!) in Charlotte North Carolina. This is my favorite type of conference with a cap at 250 people, it's a great crowd without being overwhelming. Great speakers, great networking, and a great location.Where Will I Be?Build the Website You Want with PodpagePodpage is flexible. If you want to promote something you can put it in the sidebar, on the front page, or at the bottom of every episode (not to mention the navigation bar, the footer and more). Podpage is designed specifically for podcasts. Quit trying to squeeze your podcast into a website made for a yoga studio. Start your free trial at podpage.com/previewPodpageQuestion of the Month: Favorite Remote Recording ToolSo many podcasters us tools to do remote recording (guests, etc). It seems like people often go through a few before finding one they like. What is your current remote recording tool, and what tools have you used in the past (and why did you leave)? Also be sure to tell us a little bit about your podcast, and your website address so we can link to it in the show notes.Question of the MonthGet Your Podcast Up and Going in Six WeeksDreaming of starting your own podcast but not sure where to begin? Podcasting in Six Weeks gives you a clear, step-by-step path to go from idea to launch with confidence. This practical course is designed to help you create, record, edit, publish, and promote your podcast in just six weeks. Whether you're starting from scratch or feeling overwhelmed by the technical side, you'll get the guidance, structure, and tools you need to launch a podcast that sounds professional and reaches the right audience. Ready to stop overthinking and start podcasting? Join Podcasting in Six Weeks today and turn your voice, ideas, and expertise into a show people want to hear. The best part? It's only $1 Classes Start June 3rdPodcasting in Six Weeks