Season 1
May 7, 2025
299 - Tackling Taboo Topics and Mental Health in Podcasting
May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and while Marc is away on vacation, the Podcasting Morning Chat crew steps up and takes on the hard conversations around mental health and taboo topics in podcasting. Hosted by award-winn...
May 6, 2025
298 - What Learning Looks Like In Podcasting
Have you ever thought about how much your favorite podcasts have taught you? What lessons have truly stuck? While Marc enjoys his travels, the rest of the crew holds it down with a conversation on the podcasts that have shape...
May 5, 2025
297 - Monetization in Your Podcast Ecosystem
Looking for better ways to monetize your podcast? While our fearless leader Marc, is traveling, co-host Sid leads a striking conversation about creative strategies for turning your podcast into a real income stream. We’re not...
May 2, 2025
296 - The Truth About Feeling Exposed When You Share Your Podcast
Why is it harder to share your podcast with friends than with strangers? Even after years of creating, I still feel that fear. Today, we’re unpacking Imposter Syndrome and how to move past the fear of being judged. Before I s...
May 1, 2025
295 - Embrace Discomfort. Be silly. Attract your People.
Have you ever stepped out of your comfort zone because you knew it could lead to a breakthrough? Recently, I performed in an improv showcase, and after this experience, I realized how much I've learned from the class translat...
April 30, 2025
294 - Netflix Eyes Podcasts, Descript Enhances AI & Spotify Boasts $100M Payouts
Spotify reports paying out over $100 million to podcasters in Q1 2025, driven by growth in video shows and new monetization tools. Today, for news day, we break down what that means. We also talk about Netflix exploring video...
April 29, 2025
293 - Building a Brand from Social Media to Podcasting
Today, flight attendants Drew & Rich are launching their brand new podcast called “Two Guys on a Plane.” Join us as we chat with the minds behind the show and dive into their launch strategies, how they engage their 128K Ins...
April 28, 2025
292 - Creating Stronger Guest Intros to Keep Your Audience Hooked
Have you ever listened to a podcast where the host gives too much away in the intro? Could this be putting a wall between you and your audience, or will listeners stick around after a heavy intro? Today we explore this idea t...
April 25, 2025
291- Should I Delete My Cringeworthy Episodes?
Have you ever listened to your old episodes and can barely get through them? Do you cringe when you hear your voice or how you presented yourself? This is a situation even the most experienced podcasters find themselves in, a...
April 24, 2025
290 - What is an Indie Podcaster?
What defines an independent podcaster in today's media environment? Today, our discussion centers around a few core questions: Is it creative control, full ownership, team structure, or a combination of these? We dissect the ...
April 23, 2025
289 - AI Tools, Events & A Creator's $100M Decision
How much is your creative freedom worth? Would you compromise creative control for a profit? It’s news day, and today we’re talking about the bold decision of a creator who turned down $100 million to keep control over their ...
April 22, 2025
288 - Strategies for Adding Mini Episodes to Your Podcast
Today, we’re discussing strategies and the impact of incorporating mini episodes into our shows. We examine the potential advantages, such as boosting downloads and enhancing listener engagement, while acknowledging the poten...
April 18, 2025
287 - How to Handle Negative Podcast Reviews Without Losing Your Sh!t
What do you do when the first piece of negative feedback hits you right in the feels? Today’s episode dives into the emotional sting of criticism — especially for podcasters — and how to process it without derailing your conf...
April 17, 2025
286 - Smart Podcast Growth Strategy, Spotify Glitches & Stronger Podcast Communities
Today, I kick things off with an underrated listener growth strategy that came from a simple Facebook Groups thread. From there, we get into a lively conversation about podcast promotion, engagement tactics, and why small ste...
April 16, 2025
285 - Inside the Latest Podcast Trends: Awards, Advertising & Audio Loopholes
In this News & Comment episode, we kick things off with the latest chart data (hello again, Mel Robbins 👀), then unpack what’s fueling the continued rise of true crime shows and why certain podcast genres dominate the charts ...
April 11, 2025
282 - Sharing Launch Strategies & Celebrating Our Wins
Curious how to kick off your podcast with confidence? Today, we dig into a mailbag question about how to launch your podcast and be prepared. We share tips on hyping your show before it drops, knowing your podcast’s purpose,...
April 10, 2025
281 - Podcast Headlines: Gemini Flows and Optimizing Your Show Notes
AI technology is moving fast! Are you keeping up? It’s news day, and today, we explore the latest updates, like Gemini’s new workflow builder that acts like a virtual team. We also uncover social media shifts, including Insta...
April 9, 2025
280 - Can Anything Be a Podcast?
Imagine you're stuck in an elevator. Someone hands you a mic and says, “Go live!” What’s your podcast episode about? That’s the question we dive into, inspired by Taylor Cartago’s viral video podcast, Anything Can Be a Podcas...
April 8, 2025
279 - Cracking the Code on Content Visibility
You’re putting your heart into your content, but the algorithm isn’t showing it any love! Ever find yourself asking, "What is even happening?"Today, we trade notes and swap theories about what might actually be working on soc...
April 7, 2025
278 - What Would You Buy for Your Podcast With $500?
If someone gave you $500 to upgrade your podcast setup, what would you spend it on? Today, we swap ideas on the gear we believe improves our podcasting workflows, and some of our picks might surprise you. We share our favorit...
April 4, 2025
277 Rediscovering Why We Podcast
Have you ever stopped to ask yourself why you really podcast? Today, we explore how our purpose evolves over time and what keeps us showing up. We share personal stories about podcasting through pain and rediscovering joy thr...
April 3, 2025
What to Do When Motivation Fades
Have you ever felt drained? Have you ever questioned your passion? Today, I opened up about my struggles with low motivation and adjusting to a new season of life. With my co-hosts by my side, we shared honest reflections on ...
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...