Episodes
April 2, 2025
Podcast News: Apple’s New Widgets, Rabbit R1 Updates & Seniors Go Mic-First
Did you know only half of the top 250 podcasts post full episodes on YouTube? Its news day and we’re talking about the latest platform trends, chart rankings, and tools changing how we podcast. This includes Google's new AI f...
April 1, 2025
What Makes an Effective Podcast Intro?
It’s April Fool's Day, but this is no joke. I’m in the hot seat today! We kick off with a behind-the-scenes look at my recent “Top 50 Over 50” award, including how I found out and how it felt to give my acceptance speech. The...
March 31, 2025
New Podcaster? Here’s What Not to Do
When the cat’s away, the mice will play, and that’s just what happens today! With Marc out, longtime contributors Sid and Billy lead a fun-filled takeover episode. We kick things off by celebrating Marc’s “Top 50 Over 50” pod...
March 28, 2025
Recognizing Award-Worthy Work and Celebrating Our Wins
I was recently nominated for the 50 Over 50 Podcast Awards, and to get in the spirit, I'm bringing out the Wheel of Topics and invite our community to play along with some fun hypothetical questions about winning podcast awar...
March 27, 2025
Podcast Headlines: OpenAI's Improved Image Generator and Trends by State
OpenAI’s new image generator is here, and it’s made major improvements! We talk about how GPT-4o now creates cleaner images, realistic hands, and even gets text right most of the time. We also dig into a new poll trying to na...
March 26, 2025
Podcast News: YouTube Dynamic Ads, Podcasting 2.0, and Upcoming Events
It’s a loaded news day, and we’ve got the highlights ready for you! YouTube may be testing dynamic ads and we’ve got questions. What could this mean for creators? How might it compete with traditional podcast ad tools? We als...
March 25, 2025
Growing Your Podcast with Fan Mail, Guest Spots & Better Branding
Have you tried Buzzsprout’s new fan mail feature yet? It lets your listeners text you directly, making it easier than ever to build real connections with your audience. Inspired by a mailbag question on how to take advantage ...
March 24, 2025
Setting Boundaries to Beat Burnout and Podfade
If you're feeling stretched thin, pulled in too many directions, or teetering on the edge of podfade, this one's for you. Today we talked boundaries—not just the buzzword kind, but the kind that can protect your time, energy,...
March 21, 2025
How to Keep Podcasting Fun and Fulfilling
In this episode, I opened up a conversation about how we can keep podcasting fun—not because it’s hard, but because it should be fun. We talked about breaking routines, trying new creative projects, and giving ourselves permi...
March 20, 2025
After the Flood: The Impact of Hurricane Helene
How does a community find the strength to rebuild after an unimaginable disaster? In this special ‘Podcasthon’ episode, I’m joined by my guest Marilyn Ball who shares the resilience of Asheville, North Carolina, in the wake o...
March 19, 2025
Podcast News: Spotify Takes a Stand, Zoom’s New Podcast Gear & What Gen Z Preferences on Audio vs. Video Podcasts
It’s a big news day in the podcasting world! In today’s episode, we’re breaking down the latest headlines, including: [03:36] Who’s topping the podcast charts? – Apple & Spotify’s latest #1 shows [10:42] Podcasting events & i...
March 18, 2025
Essential Tools for Podcasters
Curious about the best tools for creating a podcast? Today, we’re breaking down the tech stacks our community uses. We talk about everything from recording software and editing tools to hosting platforms. We share what works,...
March 17, 2025
How Many Podcast Downloads Should You Expect?
What was the moment you knew you were a podcaster? Was it your first episode? Your first listener? Or the moment someone asked for your advice? Today, we’re reflecting on the milestones that made us feel like real podcasters....
March 14, 2025
What's the Golden Rule of Podcasting?
If you had to follow ONE golden rule for podcasters, what would it be? Today, we share our ideas for the one rule we believe every podcaster should follow. We cover the value of active listening, clear audio, and knowing your...
March 13, 2025
The Practice of Being Authentically You
Are you showing up entirely as yourself on your podcast or are you holding back? Today, we tackle a question from longtime listener Izzy, who’s ready to shed the ‘professional filter’ and embrace her unapologetic self behind ...
March 12, 2025
Podcast News: YouTube Defines Podcasting, AI Audio Tools, and Industry Events
YouTube defines podcasting as “listenable content that’s video-optional,” but what does that really mean for creators? It’s news day, and today we’re bringing you many headlines, including YouTube’s changing role concerning ...
March 11, 2025
How to Get Brand Deal Wins For Small Creators
Have you been trying to monetize your podcast? You’ve put in the work, and you’ve gained a small, respectable following, but now you feel like it is time to start turning your efforts into compensation. But how do you start ...
March 10, 2025
What If You Turned Your Passion Project Into a Podcast?
One of the best things about the Empowered Podcasting Community is when our members get the chance to meet face-to-face. That’s exactly what happened this past weekend when several of our community members gathered in Detroit...
March 7, 2025
Lessons Learned From Podcasting & Celebrating Our Wins
Podcasting isn’t solely about hitting the record button. It’s full of unexpected life lessons as well. After a day of frustrating tech setbacks, I was reminded of the importance of patience and reaching out for support. This...
March 6, 2025
Why & How This Host Charges Guests to Be on Her show with Victoria Meyer
Have you ever considered charging guests to be on your podcast? It’s a bold monetization strategy that’s gaining attention! Today, we’re excited to welcome Victoria Meyer, host of The Chemical Show, to share her journey of sh...
March 5, 2025
What’s Behind the Fear of Launching Your Podcast?
Since you’ve been on your podcast journey, have you ever found yourself in the situation where you are on the home stretch, the recording has been done, and the final edits have been made, but you just can’t bring yourself to...
March 4, 2025
Video, Mindset & Editing Truths and Myths (Part 2)
Is video podcasting really the key to discoverability, or is it just another myth? In this episode, we’re diving into one of the biggest, ongoing debates in podcasting: Do you need to be on YouTube and Spotify (video) to succ...
March 3, 2025
Is Breaking Up Long Episodes the Right Choice for Your Podcast?
Have you ever had an intriguing interview, only to wonder during editing if the episode might be too long for your listeners? Will your audience stay engaged, or will they tune out? If you release the episode in multiple part...
Feb. 28, 2025
Honoring Fellow Creator Niel Guilarte
Have you ever thought about what you want to leave behind when you leave this planet? How do you want people to remember you? How would you describe the legacy you want to leave behind? Today, we are reflecting on our legacie...