Are you looking for podcasting strategies to keep listeners hooked from start to finish? In this episode, we welcome Jody Felton and Ross Solomon, the dynamic duo behind Bioscope Brasse, a podcast all about movies. Hailing from Cape Town, South Africa, Jody and Ross started the podcast during COVID-19 as a way to share their insights, reviews, and discussions about various films, ranging from blockbusters to indie productions. Their passion project has since become an incredibly successful podcast, featuring on Apple's list of Shows We Love in 2023.

In our conversation, Jody and Ross delve into their podcasting journey and how they achieved a 96% listen-through rate. Discover what they wish they knew before they got started, the importance of good quality audio, and the challenges of incorporating feedback from a growing audience. We also discuss how they know their voice and format are resonating with listeners, how podcasting has impacted them personally, why tweaking your show structure is essential, and the importance of having clear intentions. To hear how to transform your podcast from a side hustle to a compelling show, tune in now!

For more key takeaways from this episode, be sure to check out Business Beyond The Mic Show Notes.

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Bioscope Brasse

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Jody Felton on LinkedIn

Ross Solomon on Instagram

Jennay Horn on LinkedIn

Free Willy

Aladdin

RoboCop 3

Titanic

Jungle Book

Everything Everywhere All at Once

Step Up

Adobe Audition

CinemaCon

Cassidy Nicholson

Yaaseen Barnes

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Looking for a simple quick-fire guide to help you boost your confidence as a podcaster? Look no further! In today’s episode of Business Beyond The Mic, we are joined by our resident content expert, Jennay Horn, to share our top 100+ podcasting tips in just 10 minutes!

From creating an audience avatar to planning a consistent recording schedule, adding value through show notes and transcripts, maximizing your exposure using cross-promotional material, elevating your audio with intro music, and much more, this conversation is packed with invaluable insights and actionable advice to level up your podcasting game, improve your content, and connect with your listeners. Be sure to tune in today!

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Jennay Horn on LinkedIn

Podnews

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Where do you look to find the clues for success? During this episode, Danielle Desir Corbett joins us to share her surprising approach to mapping out her journey to podcasting and beyond. She is a multi-passionate travel creator and host of the highly rated and four-times grant-rated travel and personal finance podcast, The Thought Card. She also works as a Podcasting Marketing coach, and co-hosts Road Trip Ready, which explores the best road trips across the US and Canada.

Join us today to hear Danielle share her best tips for marketing your podcast, as she reminds us that it is a combination of strategies that will lead you to success. We also dive into monetizing your podcast with an open mind and going beyond the model of podcasting to earn an income. Danielle also unpacks the difference between visibility and discoverability, we explore how to look for the clues of success left by people in industries beyond the realm of podcasting, and much more!

For more key takeaways from this episode, be sure to check out Business Beyond The Mic Show Notes.

Resources from Today’s Episode:

Danielle Desir Corbett

Danielle Desir Corbett on Instagram

Danielle Desir Corbett on X

Road Trip Ready Podcast

The Thought Card Podcast

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Carli van Heerden

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