As necessary and constant as change is, it's scary. And podcasters live in a world where changes hit us from all sides all the time. There will always be fear, uncertainty, and doubt about changes brought by the future. The trick is learning to deal with changes so they don't disrupt your world. Too much.
November 2, 2022
You Have Reached The End of Podcast PontificationsNot so long ago, it was possible to talk about the future of podcasting in relevant terms for every podcaster. But podcasting has evolved beyond those simpler times. So what do we do in these more complex times?
March 30, 2022
Evo Terra's Podcast Hall of Fame Speech (For Good!)One of the ways we make podcasting better is by holding the people who work in podcasting accountable for doing better. I'm using my induction into the Podcast Hall of Fame to shine more light on that.
March 14, 2022
Who Is That Podcaster In The Mirror?The tools podcasters use are constantly changing. But we tend to ignore changes to a critical piece of our podcasts: the podcaster. Has your podcast changed to keep up with changes in your own life?
March 2, 2022
All Your Podcast's Data Are Belong to SpotifyData power the business world, and podcasting is no exception. Knowing what works and what doesn't across the whole of podcasting is a major competitive advantage. And guess who now owns it?
February 16, 2022
Controlling The Momentum Of Your PodcastHaving a set of processes and procedures to keep you and your podcast moving is an obvious success factor. But when those processes and procedures start to fail, can you adjust quickly?
February 3, 2022
Changes To Podcasting Mean Changes For YouWhen you started podcasting, things were different. Maybe a little. Maybe a lot. At some point, those differences are going to start adding up and you won't podcast the same way ever again. And that's OK.
February 28, 2022
When Will The Singularity Moment For Podcasts Happen?Podcasting has made a lot of progress in 20 years for both creators and listeners. But the overall experience isn't all that different. However, some already-here tech might drastically change things.
January 4, 2022
2022: The Year Podcasting Says "Hold My Beer!"My Long Winter's Nap is over, and the podcasting landscape has never looked brighter. And maybe a little different? No, a lot different. I'm convinced the changes are just getting started. Hold onto your butts!
January 13, 2022
The Case For Making Private Podcasting Data PublicFor as public a medium as podcasting is, a lot of information about specific podcasts is private. But private doesn't necessarily mean secret. How different would podcasting be were we more forthcoming?
January 5, 2022
A Brands-Eye View Of The Podcasting IndustryNearly twenty years in, and many podcasters still have trouble thinking of podcasting as an industry. But our problem does not plague cash-flush brands looking to enter our industry. Who's perspective will win out?
August 24, 2021
Can You Podcast Without Reliable Analytics?If reactions to very real privacy concerns remove our one way to track downloads, it’ll wreck the podcast advertising industry. But what about everyday podcasters who don’t rely on impression-based ad sales?
August 2, 2021
Surviving The Flood Of Celebrity PodcastsWith the rise of celebrity podcasts, many indie podcasters are worried about being overlooked and outspent. But another concern is a lowering of the quality bar as the pace of new shows continues.
May 19, 2021
Playing Up (Or Down) Your Podcasting PersonalitySometimes, we just need a change in our podcast, either subtle or fundamental. But one thing remains the same. Us. What do we do when some aspects of our personality just aren’t perfect for podcasting?
April 7, 2021
Unlocking Podcast Listener Data Without Being CreepyPodcast apps have all the data podcasters want. Way more than our hosting companies provide. But there’s so much more they could tell us that would be good for us, for them, and for the listeners.
March 2, 2021
The Future of Podcasting Conferences Post-PandemicThe first post-pandemic podcasting conference is going to be packed! But after 2 years of distanced-everything experiences, will a return to “business as usual” at in-person podcast events be enough?
January 20, 2021
Podcast Your Way Through The UnknownIt’s not surprising that podcasters new and established want the best. But when they embark on successful paths blazed by others, they’re often disappointed with their own results.
January 14, 2021
Is Clubhouse The Future Of Podcasting?Social audio—Clubhouse—is rippling waves of disruption throughout podcasting, polarizing us into camps of lovers, haters, and those who can’t get in. Nervously, we’re starting to ask some questions.
January 5, 2021
Scratching Your Creative Podcasting ItchOf all the ingredients for podcasting success, consistency is always at the top of the list. But do podcasters, as creative people, get bored when their sound remains the same?
October 20, 2020
Who's In Charge Here? You Or Your Podcast?Professional creatives know that the process of creation changes them. Podcasters aren’t immune from this reality, & what we say has just as much control over us as we have control over what we say.
October 14, 2020
Normalize The Making Of Abnormal Podcasts... AgainPodcasting has become the new normal for most people. And while more people listening to podcasts is an obvious Good Thing, are you sure they’re looking for normality out of your podcast?
March 31, 2020
April Is Podcast Experiment MonthAs working podcasters, we’re often focused on our own systems and process that get our content out to the world. But with so many of us sheltering in place, it’s providing an excellent opportunity for experimentation. Who knows what will come out?
March 3, 2020
Knives Out! Podcast Fiction Vs The WorldThere’s a lot of drama in the podcast fiction world. And a lot of comedy. And while this genre of podcasting often times has the toughest time being accepted, it also enjoys perhaps the biggest collaborative spirit among creators and listeners alike.
February 27, 2020
Podcasting Through The COVID-19 CrisisAt the risk of sounding alarmist, COVID-19 is likely something we’ll all have to deal with. And while discussing the virus’ impact on podcasting might seem trivial, it’s good risk mitigation to be prepared.
February 25, 2020
Dealing With The Skeletons In Your Podcasting ClosetSure, your podcast sounds great now. But what about all those episodes where it wasn’t perfect? What about the advice you gave before your opinions changed? Do you worry about those un-enlightened jokes you told for shock value?
February 18, 2020
The Podcast Academy: Podcasting's Usurper or Savior?There’s a new professional podcast group in town, and the reaction has been rather… mixed. But that doesn’t mean indie podcasters should fear it. Those who want to preserve podcasting as it was in 2006? Well… they’ll have a rougher time accepting the change.
January 23, 2020
No Pain No Gain Podcast WorkoutYour local gym or fitness club is a good metaphor for understanding how people approach the craft of podcasting. Here’s how to keep your microphone out of the juice blender.
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