Episodes
Sept. 12, 2025
369 - When Does the Podcast Money Start Rolling In?
Why did you start your podcast? Was it for money, passion, or both? Today, we play a TikTok clip from the Okay Sister Pod that lays out three honest tips for launching a show. Their takes sparked a lively debate. Some agreed ...
Sept. 11, 2025
368 - Remembering 9/11: What Podcasters Can Say When the World Pauses
Today is a hard day for many. On this September 11th, we pause to honor the lives lost, the families forever changed, and the first responders who gave everything. And as podcasters, it raises a question: when a day of such m...
Sept. 10, 2025
367 - Declining YouTube Views and Remembering Todd Cochrane, CEO of Blubrry
YouTube creators are sounding alarms as views mysteriously plummet, with some losing up to 25% overnight. Could it be an algorithm glitch, a crackdown on AI content, or something bigger? We break down what’s happening and wha...
Sept. 9, 2025
366 - The Secret To Balancing Great Guest Interviews
What makes or breaks an interview podcast, the guest or the host? That’s where today’s debate begins. We launch a new segment featuring hot takes from experienced podcasters, starting with a clip from audio engineer Bek Johns...
Sept. 5, 2025
365 - Podcast Branding Dilemmas: Titles and Logos Under the Microscope
Should you put the word podcast in your podcast title…or does it just make you sound outdated? In this milestone episode of Podcasting Morning Chat (number 365, meaning you could binge us every day for a full year!), The crew...
Sept. 4, 2025
364 - Boring Content & Big Breaks That Go Nowhere
Is your podcast too boring? It’s a question that makes even seasoned hosts squirm, but for beginner and intermediate podcasters, it’s the elephant in the recording studio. Today, we dive headfirst into the uncomfortable truth...
Sept. 3, 2025
363 - Podcast News: AI Platform “Fable” Lets You Step Into TV Shows
Imagine a Netflix-style platform where you don’t just watch shows, you create new episodes, alternate endings, and even step into the story yourself. That’s the vision behind Fable, an AI company pushing the idea of “playable...
Sept. 2, 2025
362 - Which Social Platform Wins for Podcasters?
If you could only choose one social media platform to promote your podcast, which would it be and why? We debate cases for using Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, Substack, and more because each choice sparks stories abou...
Aug. 29, 2025
361 - Is It Okay to Charge for Episode Release Priority?
Is it ethical to charge podcast guests to “jump the line,” or is it simply a clever way to bring in extra income? That’s the question of the day. The crew weighs in on long release queues, pay-to-play options, and whether thi...
Aug. 28, 2025
360 - Taylor Swift Makes Podcast History With 21 Million Views and Counting
Taylor Swift just broke the internet again, and this time joining her fiancé, Travis Kelce, and his brother, Jason, on their New Heights podcast. At its peak on August 13th, over 1.3 million people tuned in live on YouTube, m...
Aug. 27, 2025
359 - Digital Twins by Hey Gen, New Gemini Video Features, & Podcast Movement Recap
Would you trust a digital twin to produce all your content for you? Because that is now possible with Hey Gen's new "digital twin" feature. That’s just one of the hot headlines on today’s news day. We also break down Podcast ...
Aug. 26, 2025
358-What Camp Footprint Taught Me
Have you ever had an experience that changed the way you show up in the world? One that reignited your passion and reminded you why you care so deeply? Today I return from a 19-day summer break after volunteering at Camp Foot...
Aug. 15, 2025
357 - Exploring the Benefits and Ideas for Private Podcasts
What’s something about your current podcast that you would like to change? Would you adjust the format, switch up the frequency, or try something completely different? That’s the question that kicks off today’s episode. While...
Aug. 14, 2025
356 - Taylor Swift Announces Album Release On New Heights & Ausha Unveils New SEO Tools
Taylor Swift just shook up the podcasting world…again. While Marc is away at Camp Footprint serving as a counselor, DR and the crew take the wheel to unpack Swift’s surprise reveal of The Life of a Showgirl on Travis Kelce’s ...
Aug. 13, 2025
355 - Google Could Sell Chrome, GPT-5 Stirs Debate & Patreon Pays Out $10 Billion
Google may be forced to give up Chrome, and that’s just the start of today’s headlines. While Marc is away at Camp Footprint DR and the community lead the conversation on podcasting’s most profound news. We cover the $34 bill...
Aug. 12, 2025
354 - How To Get More From Spotify for Creators With Chris Stone
Are you using Spotify for Creators to its full potential? If not, you’re in for a treat. While Marc is away at camp, podcast producer Chris Stone of The New Statesman joins us to share powerful, lesser-known tools hidden ins...
Aug. 8, 2025
353 - Our Favorite Podcasts and First Takes on GPT-5
When trailblazing AI news drops, we talk about it. Today, Sid Meadows takes the host chair while Marc travels, and we open with the launch of ChatGPT-5. We look at what’s changed, how the update works, and the creative ways p...
Aug. 7, 2025
352-Renting a Podcast Studio: What You Need to Know
What should you look for when renting a podcast studio? With more studios popping up in big cities, it’s an exciting step, but how do you know what’s worth the money? Today, we break down what to ask before you book, red flag...
Aug. 6, 2025
351 - Amazon Lays Off Wondery Team, ElevenLabs Bets on AI Audio
Amazon just laid off 110 people at Wondery and is folding parts of it into Audible and Amazon Music. That’s one of the big stories we’re talking about on today’s podcast news day. We also share that Descript dropped new tools...
Aug. 5, 2025
350 - Tips for a Beginner Podcaster
Do you assign numbers to your podcast episodes? Why or why not? Today we’re answering mailbag questions that go deeper than they seem. We unpack why some podcasters swear by numbering and others skip it entirely. Then, we sha...
Aug. 1, 2025
349 - YouTube Introduces Ai Dubbing & Riverside’s Next Move
What if your podcast could reach listeners in their native language with your own voice? With Marc traveling today, co-host Sid Meadows takes the lead as we unpack YouTube’s new AI dubbing tool and what it could mean for crea...
July 31, 2025
348 - How to Use Listener Voice to Create Community
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 ...
July 30, 2025
347-YouTube Profanity Update, Industry Events, & Netflix Doubles Down on Video
Did you know Baby Boomers are tuning in more than ever, and new Edison data shows a 19% jump in weekly podcast listening among adults 55 and up? It's news day, and this is one of the stories we are digging into. We also give ...
July 29, 2025
346-What's In Your Podcasting Toolbox?
What tools are you using to get the job done in your podcasting workflows? Today, we answer a listener’s question about the best tools for recording podcasts and producing both long and short-form video clips. We share our ho...