Episodes

It can be challenging to make co-hosting fun and harmonious, especially when there are more than two! Tracy Hazzard sits with Julie Lokun, the Co-Founder of The Mediacasters. Julie shares with Tracy how practicing with each other can do wonders. Agree on signals that will help your co-hosts understand whose turn it is to speak. Create a safe space for everyone to be vulnerable to share their stories. Don’t hesitate to hire editors to give you confidence that it doesn’t have to be perfect. Join t...

Are your strategies effective enough to build a foundation and boost your sales? Nikki Rausch has been a guest on different podcasts, and people are bingeing on her podcast guesting. That's why she decided to create her podcast called Sales Maven. She uses the platform to grow a community of like-minded individuals dedicated to building and sharpening their sales skills with input, guidance, and support. She also contributes and helps people by coaching them and teaching them what she learned fr...

Do you think the niche podcast you want to focus on has no value? Think again. Tracy Hazzard introduces Felipe Engineer-Manriquez, a bestselling author, international keynote speaker, and The EBFC Show podcast host. Felipe shares how it took him five years to believe that there was something valuable to share, show, and tell. Guess what his niche is? Scrum. It’s a management framework that allows people to deliver value reliably and creatively. Like Tracy emphasized a few episodes back, go for t...

With the growing number of podcasters and podcasts in general, how do we create a community that fosters collaboration instead of competition? That’s the goal Corinna Bellizzi is working towards. Corinna is the host of Care More Be Better, where she shares stories of inspired individuals and conscious companies to show us all that one person with one idea can have a big positive social impact. In November 2021, with her business bestie, Julie Lokun, she co-founded The Mediacasters, a podcast and...

Starting a podcast is one thing, but incorporating live stream episodes entails a completely different skill. In this episode, Tracy Hazzard welcomes live streaming expert Brad Powell of The Live Stream Show. Brad joins Tracy to share how to boost podcast engagements through live streaming. They tackle the wins and challenges of live streaming podcast episodes and how you can get started. Listen in and learn more as they discuss the dos and don‘ts in live streaming and some important tips to get...

Does your podcast have a clear message? How do you know that you do? Here to help clear things up is Dolores Hirschmann. She is the Chief Clarity Officer at Masters in Clarity and the host of Masters in Clarity Podcast, where she helps guests and clients alike find their path. Dolores joins Tracy Hazzard to share her insights on how you can find clarity and take actions that lead to success. It’s all about finding your unique brilliance. Tune in to learn more about what it means to have clarity ...

What are the podcast metrics you have to consider when putting out your first episode? Marion Abrams joins us today to share her experience in boosting podcast shows. Marion is a podcasting producer, coach, and consultant with deep experience in podcasting and content creation. She built Spartan's podcast from an audience of 0 to over 35 million views and downloads and has worked on a range of projects. Marion is currently the host of her own podcast show, Grounded Content, where she explores wh...

By sharing the stories of those who have succeeded and embracing different views, we can create a better future for all and empower and inspire others to achieve their dreams. In this episode, we have John Mendez, a young podcaster and founder of Walk 2 Wealth, to share different perspectives and his project of empowering people to succeed in life. With his podcast, John aims to create a platform for diverse voices and experiences to be heard, and to inspire others to pursue their dreams and goa...

The best way to start living your dream is always now. Kid podcaster, Benjamin Wong, has always had his mind on helping kids create their own entrepreneurial opportunities. At the age of 14, Ben has managed to get three podcasts off the ground and up in the air and grow a community of over 1000 kidpreneurs. Ben sits with Tracy Hazzard to talk about what it’s like being the CEO of Kid CEO Media, a youth-run communications company dedicated to uplifting the growing community of young entrepreneurs...

Is it true that hosts make absolutely no money in podcast sponsorship? In this episode, Samantha Lee Wright of The Essential Oil Revolution challenges that myth. Join in the conversation as Samantha shares with Tracy Hazzard how she started from nothing to becoming the top podcaster in her niche within a couple of weeks. Earning money from sponsorships helped her stay with her kids at home. The key is to find product services and companies that align with your listeners. Want to know how you can...

Authentic personal podcasts are a niche in the independent podcasting scene. However, that shouldn’t stop you from growing and aiming for a wider audience. Joining Tracy Hazzard is Jayme Tener, host of the Blonde Haired Girl To Go podcast. Jayme’s raw and genuine content attracts listeners with slow yet steady growth. In this episode, Tracy gives her some tips on how to reach more people with her message. They discuss the importance of titling, how to tackle monetization, and more. Stay tuned! ...

In the podcasting industry, only less than 1% drive income. Not everyone can be the next Joe Rogan. But while creating content that will last may seem a difficult feat doesn’t mean that it is impossible. Listen in to today’s episode as Alex Terranova of the DreamMason Podcast gives you some advice on how to strengthen your content. Are you repurposing your content to your other platforms? Are you connecting with your guests in the present? Or are you not having fun, and this all seems like a job...

Can you make a media career out of your podcast? It’s possible, and our guest shows you how. Tracy Hazzard sits down for a lively and insightful talk with the host of the Pozcast, Adam Posner. Adam shares how he got into podcasting and how he built and course corrected his podcast over the course of nearly 200 episodes. Adam talks about lessons he’s learned and how he moved towards monetization of his podcast. Tune in and learn more about the podcasting biz from Tracy and Adam. Love the show? S...

How do you provide value and stay on target with your podcast mission? We find out in this episode as Tracy Hazzard sits down for an interview with the host of the Nonprofit Architect Podcast, Travis Johnson. Travis and Tracy talk about how Travis got started on the path of podcasting for nonprofit organizations and what he’s learned doing his podcast. Travis also shares tips on starting your podcast and finding your voice. Learn more tips and tricks for your podcasts by tuning in. Love the sho...

Anyone can launch a podcast for a variety of reasons. For Kerryn Vaughan, she started her podcast to send a message and empower world good. Kerryn is an international speaker, facilitator, author, and host of the Get Off the Bench Podcast and author of Get Off The Bench!: Kickstart your idea now. In this episode, she joins Tracy Hazzard to share the inspiration behind her podcast and what pushed her to start inspiring people through this medium. Tune in to learn more about how she’s empowering h...

What is the secret of getting huge engagement on your podcast episodes? What is the right approach to achieve high-power media attraction for your show? Reena Friedman Watts shares with Tracy Hazzard how she built a carefully structured podcast with someone close to her heart. Reena details her workflow for Better Call Daddy, the show she co-hosts with her father. She explains how she invites the best guests through in-depth research and a little bit of stalking. Reena also presents the importan...

The easiest thing you can probably do to learn a few strategies to improve your own podcast is to listen to other successful podcasts. But not just any successful podcast, but a podcast for podcasters in particular. In that way, you can maximize what you learn and what you should apply from there. On today’s show, Tracy Hazzard introduces her podcasts, The Binge Factor, and Feed Your Brand, which she co-hosts with husband Tom Hazzard, and what each show offers. She also shares some ideas on list...

Having a clear and strong podcast purpose is key in running a show that will entice and engage the audience to stick around for more. This requires constant reinvention and innovation to keep the podcast going and eventually, build a thriving community of like-minded people. Joining Tracy Hazzard is Otis McGregor to talk about the show with his son Cam, The Cam & Otis Show. He unravels the secret behind their incredible chemistry, how they make every conversation insightful and interesting, and ...

How do you create money-making opportunities through your podcast? With all the time Chuck Cramer got on his hands during the pandemic significantly when businesses slowed down everywhere, he started to have the idea of podcasting. In this episode, he discusses the challenges in building a podcasting business and how he has dealt with those. In addition, he shares the return on investment he has seen in the industry. Chuck hosts On The Road with MR CA WINE, a show that highlights California’s ex...

People often assume that starting a podcast requires having a studio, a full set, and professional equipment when the reality is much cheaper. Today’s guest will be giving tips on cheap podcast launching to help you get started on your podcaster journey! Sarah St. John, aka the Frugalpreneur, is an entrepreneur, author, and podcast host focused on helping people launch and manage an online business on a budget. All it takes is the right strategy and a hundred dollars or less! She chats with Trac...

Podcasting is a long game but with a lot of opportunities. Among these is the opportunity to amplify embraced cultural diversity through strong podcast communities. Tracy Hazzard sits down for a conversation about this with Maribel Quezada Smith. Maribel is a TV documentary and podcast producer and owner of a bilingual media company that focuses on amplifying diverse voices in the media. In this conversation, she shares her approach in launching podcasts and developing dedicated communities arou...

How do you leverage marketing to create podcast business growth? Our guest in this episode will show you the way! Tracy Hazzard sits down for a lively conversation with Adam Hommey, the host of Business + Passion podcast. Adam talks about how he got into podcasting and shares his the formula that has made his podcast a success. Tune in and learn more about podcasting and business growth from Tracy and Adam. Love the show? Subscribe, rate, review, and share! Here’s How » Join the Binge Factor ...

Putting the pain point first of a prospective customer isn’t always something we do, but it’s crucial to success. What do we need to do in focusing on the customer’s pain points? We find out in this episode as Tracy Hazzard interviews business strategist and coach, Tara Newman. Tara discusses the creation of her podcast and how focusing on her listener’s pain point has helped build profits while providing value to her listeners and customers. Listen in to learn more on creating content that focu...

Who says podcasting can’t be fun? Today’s guest has mastered the concept of substantive fun by creating content you can learn from and enjoy! Joining Tracy Hazzard is Elzie Flenard, host of the Podcast Town Throwdown. In this episode, Elzie will share useful podcast tips on launching your podcast or improving the one you already have. He is doing the same by revamping his other show, the Enterprise Now podcast and injecting more fun while still maintaining its educational and informative value. ...