E405 - Three Things Every Podcaster Should Practice Today to Improve Your Communication and Confidence as a Podcaster

Episode 405 - Three Things Every Podcaster Should Practice Today to Improve Your Communication and Confidence as a PodcasterWelcome to the podcast! Be sure to go back into our past episodes to catch great conversations and topics designed to help you on your podcast - episode 404 features Cass and her amazing podcast process, if you want a great framework that might work well for your podcast, go back one episode and hear that conversation!This episode features 3 practice tips that you can use today to improve your podcastRecord a video of yourself reading and talking, then, the challenge is to:- listen to your recording playback without watching the screen, just listen, what do you hear yourself doing?- watch the video playback with the sound off - what do you see?- grab a transcription of the words you said - what can you clean up when you speak? Crutch words, are you an umh machine? Too many tangents? Take one thing that you noticed that you can improve on, address that one thing and make a positive change, then repeat this process again, and agan, and... again - keep improving everytime you do this and your audience will notice!Next episode features Sani from PodPacer.com - a cool tool for podcasters and a free "Roast My Show" AI tool - if you are nervous about roasting your own show, roast mine!The creator of this process is Vinh Giang - here is a video of Vinh teaching this process which inspired this episodehttps://www.linkedin.com/posts/vinhgiang_this-process-is-called-record-review-activity-7271852336493268992-6dUY?utm_source=share&utm_medium=member_desktop&rcm=ACoAAAMvv_8B-0xHStbgQZfb5pQE8ro1r3EY-kMhttps://www.vinhgiang.com/___https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 404 - CO-HOST - Cassian Bellino - Biblically Speaking Podcast, and an Impressive List of Tools That Can Help Your PodcastMeet the Founder, Cassian BellinoWhen I felt the pull to start the Biblically Speaking podcast, it wasn’t a dramatic revelation, but a persistent nudge. Over the years, I had countless conversations about faith—what began as casual discussions often grew into deeper reflections.I realized that people asked the same questions I once asked, wrestled with similar doubts, and shared insights that resonated with me. I realized I wasn’t just interested in theology—I was driven by it, needing a space to unpack and connect with others around the questions that kept me up at night.With every conversation and every page of Scripture studied, the Bible became clearer, simpler, and, most importantly, transformative. Now, through hundreds of hours of interviews and insights from some of the world’s most respected scholars, Biblically Speaking exists to make the Bible understandable, approachable, and powerfully relevant to everyday life. It’s been a journey of learning, one that has completely changed me—and I’m here to share it with you.Biblically Speaking - The Bible has been a bestseller for millennia, yet learning about Christianity can feel daunting. I felt the same way. So, as I asked questions, I hit "Record." Biblically Speaking is for curious Christians seeking clear answers to big Bible questions. Each episode unpacks Scripture with theologians, breaking down passages, parables, and prophecies to make the Bible relatable and easy to understand. If you're looking to grow in faith with real insights and a fresh perspective, this podcast is your guide to understanding God's Word simply and meaningfully.https://pod.link/1723892791https://www.bibspeak.com/___https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 409 - CO-HOST - Bob LeMent - When There Was Only 50 Podcasts, Your Podcast Persona, and a Blue Cat - Video VersionBob joins The How To Podcast Series and yes, he is on video as a cartoon blue cat! So, a video is in order for this episode!The audio version is also available!The Static Web Site’s first official episode was January 1, 1999, in a vain attempt to make the world hear the off-kilter and sophomoric ramblings of Miles Tidal and Bob LeMent.Now 25 years and counting they continue their weekly stream-of-consciousness dialogues. As you may have discerned from listening, we do no preparation or use any manners or decorum to provide a fully improvised piece of comedy. Enjoy.We have been producing this weekly audio internet show, Static Radio, since November 25, 1998. Miles and I have recorded each week with only very minor interruptions over the last 25 years. Those were mostly personal tragedies, family members passing away, or losing your house to a fire, and one national tragedy on September 11, 2001. But other than those minor bumps each week Miles and I give the internet a 15 to 40-minute weekly comedy show about the strange and funny happenings in their lives.Although technology has changed drastically over the last 25 years, Miles and I have persevered week after week to bring a little levity to the world. Yes sometimes it can be quite bawdy, or even crass, but it is always an attempt to make each other laugh and hopefully make you, the audience, laugh as well. We lay bare our quirks, deficits, and all the things that make us human, but try to spin it humorously.https://www.staticradio.com/___https://howtopodcast.ca/

The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips - How Many Books Do You Need to Write to be an Author - How many podcast episodes to be a podcasterIt only takes a single book to be an author - one book! Not a new book every week or every second week. Just one book and you are an author for the rest of your life!It also means that a single podcast episode makes you a podcaster - not a popular discussion in the podcasting space, but it is true!If the idea of starting your podcast is a future dream, I want you to consider making that dream a reality now with a single episode launched than a podcast that stays in your head and heart and never shared.One episode makes you a podcaster - let's start together now!___https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 403 - Curiosity Ignited - How Well-Crafted Questions Can Elevate Your Podcast ConversationsTo spark deeper conversations and connections with your podcast guests, crafting well-thought-out questions is crucial. Here are some strategies and examples to help you leverage better questions:Open-ended questions encourage guests to share detailed stories and insights, leading to more engaging dialoguesFor example:Instead of: "Did you face challenges while building your business?"Ask: "What were some of the most significant challenges you faced while building your business, and how did you overcome them?"This approach invites your guest to share their journey, insights, and experiences in their own unique wayThoroughly research your guest's background and recent projects. This allows you to ask more informed and personalized questionsFor example:"I noticed you recently worked on [specific project]. What was the most surprising thing you learned during that process?"This demonstrates your preparation and can lead to discussions about topics the guest may not often get to addressListen actively to your guest's responses and ask follow-up questions to go deeper with your guestFor example:If a guest mentions a pivotal career moment, follow up with: "What was going through your mind at that moment?" or "How did that experience shape your approach to what you do today?"Ask questions that challenge common beliefs or encourage critical thinkingFor example:"What's a commonly held belief in your industry that you passionately disagree with, and why?"This type of question can lead to thought-provoking discussions and showcase your guest's expertiseInclude questions that reveal the guest's personality and experiences beyond their professional lifeFor example:"What's something our listeners might not know about you?""If you could give your 18-year-old self some advice, what would you say?"These questions can help create a more personal connection with your guest and audienceEncourage your guest to reflect on their experiences and share valuable insightsFor example:"What's the most important lesson you've learned in your career so far?""How has [specific event or experience] influenced your decisions since?"By asking these types of well-crafted questions, you can create a more dynamic, insightful, and engaging podcast interview that resonates with your audience and brings out the best in your guests.Hot Ones Clip https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAzrgbu8gEMIIK3r4Se1dOZWSZzUSadfZ&si=tSVHFcvRchi5hUpc___https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 402 - CO-HOST - Brandon Leibowitz - SEO Optimizers - Target keywords and What your biggest opportunities are in SEOHello, I’m Brandon Leibowitz, the founder and operator of SEO Optimizers. Our digital marketing company is dedicated to assisting small and medium-sized businesses in driving more online traffic, leading to increased clients, sales, and valuable leads.My journey in digital marketing began in 2007, right after I graduated from college with a degree in Business Marketing. My initial job involved managing the marketing aspects of an e-commerce website.Back then, I had limited digital marketing knowledge, and so did the company I worked for. I had no idea what I was doing and neither did they! I spent a lot of my time reading books, watching videos, talking to other marketers, reading blogs, joining digital marketing forums, etc. to learn as much as possible about this new type of marketing. During that time, both the company and I attended classes and workshops together, greatly benefiting from the shared knowledge. This experience has influenced me to personally teach SEO workshops as well.⁠https://schema.org/⁠⁠https://seooptimizers.com/⁠⁠https://seooptimizers.com/gift/⁠___⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 401 - CO-HOST - Caroline Hull - Host of Share, Strategize, & Shine, a holistic approach to podcast strategyMy Story: From Dancer to Podcast Strategist and ConsultantCaroline has nearly a decade of experience in podcasting and a rich background as a ballet dancer, choreographer, grants writer, SEO copywriter, and stationery designer. She brings a unique blend of creativity, marketing expertise, and strategic thinking to podcasting. Her approach emphasizes building strong relationships and nurturing connections, traits that have proven essential in helping business owners leverage their podcasts for tangible financial growth.Caroline's journey into podcasting marked a turning point in her life, transforming her from someone who once doubted her voice to a confident podcaster and strategist. She infuses this empowering experience into her coaching, offering each client a warm, supportive environment akin to sharing a cup of coffee.Outside of her professional life, Caroline is a dedicated homeschool mom to three daughters and a loving caretaker to her cats and dogs. She relishes her time in the mountains, delights in video gaming, movies, and learning about the world around her.As the host of "Share, Strategize & Shine" and the founder of the Strategize & Shine Membership, Caroline is committed to helping experienced women coaches and consultants amplify their influence and achieve success through strategic podcasting.Welcome to Share, Strategize, & Shine, hosted by me, Caroline Hull, podcast Strategist and CEO of Wild Home Podcasting. I share my years of podcasting experience, plus tips on how to create content that helps you stand out and shine, so you can grow your membership, one-to-one services and group programs through your podcast. Listen in each week to hear a holistic approach to podcast strategy: one that will integrate and simplify your entire marketing, sales, and community strategy, so that your podcast works for you, not the other way around!https://www.wildhomepodcasting.com/podcasthttps://www.wildhomepodcasting.com/___https://howtopodcast.ca/

E400 - CO-HOST - Mike Wiston from MowPod Shares His Free Tool for Podcasters and How MowMedia Can Help PodcastersChartable is gone - now what? How about a free tool that gives you your Global Rankings for Apple's Top 200, how about email updates with rank position changes, how about new tools that are coming in the future? I sit down with Mike Wiston from his home in Japan to talk about this exciting platform that you need to go and check out today!mowPod is the largest driver of engaged listeners to many of the most prominent podcasts in the US. Need to grow your podcast audience with real, engaged listeners while meeting your growth goals against realistic KPIs?Look no further!mowPod works with many of the largest media and podcast brands out there. From the Oprah Winfrey Network to Warner Media Group and the Hubspot Podcast Network, the most well-known media brands trust mowPod to run its podcast growth advertising with white-glove treatment. We act like an agency but without the agency fees, and work with the clients to ensure all ads are on brand and effective in growing their audience.mowMedia brings the human element back to digital marketing. We cultivate one-to-one relationships with every advertiser and publisher in our network to ensure only the best opportunities, driving the most seamless user experience are presented to the most appropriate audiences.https://mowpod.com/https://charts.mowpod.com/____https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 399 - The Power of the Pause to Make Your Podcast Better - Enhancing Your Podcast CommunicationThe Power of the Pause: Enhancing Your Podcast CommunicationFor podcasters looking to improve their communication skills, mastering the art of the pause can be a game-changer. By incorporating strategic silences into your speech, you can reduce filler words and create a more engaging listening experience.Benefits of Pausing Eliminates filler words: Pauses can replace "ums" and "ahs," making you sound more confident and in control Improves audience engagement: Short quiet moments grab attention and create excitement for what's coming next Enhances understanding: Pauses give listeners time to process information, especially for complex topics Adds emphasis: Strategic silences highlight important points, making them more memorableTypes of Pauses for Podcasters Reflective Pause: Use this 3-7 second pause after sharing complex ideas to allow listeners to contemplate Effect Pause: A brief 1-2 second pause creates anticipation and lets words resonate Spontaneity Pause: This technique makes your content feel fresh and thoughtful, even if it's well-rehearsedImplementing Pauses in Your Podcast Practice mindful pausing: Before recording, take a moment to center yourself and set intentions for your episode Use pauses for transitions: Silence can signal a shift between topics, much like paragraphs in writing Embrace the "pregnant pause": Create suspense by pausing after thought-provoking statements or surprising facts Vary pause lengths: Mix short, medium, and long pauses to maintain a natural, conversational flowRemember, pauses aren't just empty space—they're powerful tools that can elevate your podcast's quality and impact. By mastering the art of the pause, you'll not only reduce filler words but also create a more polished, professional, and engaging podcast experience for your listeners.____https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 398 - CO-HOST - Vic Turnbull - MIC's Podcast Club Online Community and Support For Podcasters Around The WorldVic is a podcast producer and music geek and runs MIC media, her podcast production company. For a more up-to-date glance of what they get up to head to their website here. MIC media is a social enterprise that amplifies often underheard stories and voices. In 2022, MIC won the Silver Award in the Grassroots Production category at the Audio Production Awards and in the same year nominated for a Manchester Culture Award. MIC’s also received a nomination in the British Podcast Awards and the Manchester Publicity Awards (MPA).  Also in 2022, Vic contributed to The Guardian and Third Sector news as a podcast specialist.In recognition of her achievements to date, Vic features in the Top 100 Women in Social Enterprise List 2022 (WISE 100, Natwest and Pioneers Post), was nominated as the ‘Social Impact Star’ at the Inspiring Women Changemakers Awards (2019),  is recognised as a role-model on the prestigious Northern Power Women Future List 2017. In 2019 she was awarded a place on the competitive School for Social Entrepreneurs and Lloyds Bank start-up business development programme. Originally and proudly from Sheffield, Vic decided that after her GCSE’s, she was done with the formalities of education, and went down a more vocational route, from a National Diploma in Media Production at College, to then graduating with HND in the same subject from Salford Uni. Vic’s been an honorary Manc for eighteen years and now her accent is a hybrid Lancashire / Yorkshire, super Northern one.She’s a massive advocate of the power of informal learning, DIY approaches and talent as routes to success and amplifying underrepresented voices.MIC's (virtual/in-person) Podcast Club for global podcastersWhat we’re aboutHelpful and supportive regular online and in-person get-togethers for podcasters from everywhere!We're a community of global podcasters who help each other make brilliant podcasts.We all make podcasts as producers, editors or presenters.Each Podcast Club meetup is a real-life podcaster FAQ asked and answered by the awesome MIC podcaster community who come from across the world.(yep it says Manchester, that's where we're based - it won't let us put EVERYWHERE!)Our monthly events are online, and we (aim to!) host quarterly in-person meetups too, what we like to call our 'socials'.We also have a special podcaster guest most months to give their expert take on a chosen podcasty subject. To date, we've had talks from chart-topping and award-winning podcasters about shortform podcasting, rating and reviews and remote recording.https://www.meetup.com/micpod/https://vicelizabeth.com/___https://howtopodcast.ca/