July 31, 2025

348 - How to Use Listener Voice to Create Community

Show Notes

If you’re new to podcasting, you might be thinking…How do I get people to actually engage with my show? Today, we answer a listener’s question about audience interaction and explore creative ways to bring your listeners into the conversation. We cover free tools like SpeakPipe, which lets listeners leave voice messages you can feature in future episodes, and introduce RodeCaster’s new “Call Me” feature that opens the door to real-time connection regardless if you go live or not. You’ll also hear why the timing of your call to action makes a significant difference and how setting a positive tone at the beginning definitely leads to a more impactful episode for your community.

Episode Highlights:

[03:27] Mailbag Introduction and Tone Setting Tips

[06:33] Podcast Movement and Networking

[09:11] Engaging Listeners and Call to Actions

[13:29] Interactive Podcasting Tools and Techniques

[16:35] Highlighting Listener Engagement

[30:04] Incentivizing Listener Participation

[32:54] The Call Me Feature

[34:13] Balancing Live Calls and Content Control

[45:24] Alternative Solutions for Live Call-Ins

[49:47] Vote for PMC for The People’s Choice Award

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