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In today's show Dave is back from Podcast Movement 2025 in Dallas and shares some of the things he saw. We are joined by Marty and get an inside scoop of podcasting blind.

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What truly builds podcast audiences - authentic connections or inflated metrics? This episode explores the fascinating contrast between Taylor Swift's approach to audience building and questionable industry practices like buying fake downloads.

When Taylor Swift recently proclaimed "I'm in the business of human emotion" on a podcast, she revealed the secret behind her massive success - creating genuine connections with fans through carefully crafted experiences. Meanwhile, a Hollywood Reporter article exposes how some podcasters resort to purchasing downloads and subscribers, revealing a fundamental misunderstanding of sustainable audience growth. Dave and Jim unpack this revealing contrast and why emotional connection always trumps numerical shortcuts.

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00:00 Introduction and Greetings

00:35 Technical Difficulties and Recording Tips

01:30 Sponsorship Shoutouts

03:58 Podcasting Tips and Listener Questions

07:04 YouTube Channel Strategies

13:26 Taylor Swift and Podcasting Insights

14:55 Advertising and Monetization in Podcasting

33:50 Promotional Strategies and Awards

41:02 Podcast Cruise Ship Deals

41:27 Freebies and Perks for Podcasters

44:03 Mark Maron's Podcast Retirement

47:20 Scripted vs. Bullet Points in Podcasting

52:58 Monetizing Your Podcast Audience

59:13 Networking at Podcast Events

01:09:16 Engaging with Your Audience

01:13:54 Wrapping Up and Upcoming Events

Supporter of The Week: John Muntz
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Ever wonder if your podcast title is helping or hurting your discoverability? We unpack a fascinating case study of "Booked on Planning" – a podcast about city planning that highlights the tension between creative naming and searchability. As one listener aptly notes: "What are people typing in trying to find your show?" This question alone could transform your approach to podcast branding.

Sponsors:
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Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?

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School of Podcasting
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Speaking opportunities and media appearances represent powerful pathways to podcast growth, but they don't happen by accident. We explore practical strategies for securing these opportunities, including when to consider hiring a publicist and how thorough preparation creates the foundation for authentic, engaging presentations. As one host emphasizes: "When you're overprepared, it allows you to be spontaneous and still be authentic."

For new podcasters pursuing those crucial first 100 downloads, we share actionable guerrilla marketing tactics that don't require massive budgets – from strategic business card placement to creating QR codes for in-person events. Yet we also challenge the metrics-obsessed mindset: "I wanted individuals who get real value out of this...the quality matters more than the quantity."

Perhaps most valuably, we explore what makes content inherently shareable, that elusive quality that compels listeners to tell friends about your latest episode. With research indicating 70% of podcasts are discovered through word-of-mouth, creating moments that listeners want to discuss might be your most powerful growth strategy.

Ready to transform your podcasting appr

Supporter of The Week: John Muntz
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