Adopt the Right Mindset Welcome to episode 1 of Making the Pod. Today, I’m starting from the very beginning of my guide on podcasting, which means I’m defining my mindset for success. About Making the Pod Hey, I’m Lauren Popish, founder of The Wave Podcasting. I help women start and grow podcasts. I recently sunset my original podcast…

You have an episode (or two or three) of your podcast ready to launch, but now Apple Podcasts is asking for a podcast description and you’re wondering how to write a great one. When submitting your podcast to directories, be sure to take your time with this step because it’s…

It’s not just independent podcasters coming to this conclusion, either. According to a prediction by Evo Terra on Podcast Pontifications, premium podcasting is the wave of the future. He believes that we’re on the brink of yet another podcasting revolution, one that will mirror the likes of entertainment companies like…

If you’re a personal development coach, you should have a podcast. Full stop. It doesn’t matter whether your focus is in business, relationships, health — or any other niche topic. A podcast can help you expand your audience, attract new clients, and even bring in extra income. Maybe you’re groaning…

Just as professional athletes typically stretch before and after physical activity, speaking for an extended period of time requires a warm up. Below are a series of warm-ups to prepare your voice using techniques from professional singers and TV personalities while also considering your body and mental state. Physical warm-up Nourishment This may…

In an ideal world, you and your co-host or interviewee would be able to sit down in the same studio and record the latest episode for your podcast. Unfortunately, life isn’t always that clean and tidy. Especially in our current world, where social distancing is of the utmost importance. The…

There are a number of big-time podcast networks, like Radiotopia and Gimlet, that often feel far out of reach. But there are also growing opportunities for independent podcast networks, geared toward mid-level and brand-new podcasts. There’s a huge difference between joining a podcast network and reaping the benefits, versus being…

Copyrights, trademarks, and patents, oh my! As you dive into the legal weeds of podcasting, we know things can feel overwhelming. Here, we’re going to break down one of the most common legal questions: should you copyright your podcast, and how exactly do you do that? Please know that we’re…

If you’ve been around the podcasting world for a while, you’ve probably heard the term “podcast network” and wondered what that really means. At its core, a podcast network is simply a group of shows that all fall under one company umbrella. Wondery, Gimlet, and PodcastOne are all examples of…