This episode of 'Let's Talk Marketing' explores the strategic business value of podcasting. Host Katya Allison interviews Josh Troche, founder of Pedal Stomper Productions, about leveraging podcasts for thought leadership, brand building, and content creation. From his journey building 19,000 YouTube subscribers while working in semi-truck sales to founding a podcast production company, Josh shares practical insights on podcast preparation, guest management, content repurposing, and measuring success beyond download numbers. Listeners will discover why podcasting is like painting a room—it's all about the prep work—and how authentic conversations can become a content goldmine for businesses ready to invest in long-form storytelling.

• Podcasting success requires extensive preparation before hitting record
• Define your "why" and target audience before launching any podcast
• Most podcasts fail due to lack of planning and undefined goals
• AI tools have revolutionized podcast production and content repurposing workflows
• Authenticity beats perfection when building audience trust and connection
• One 20-minute podcast episode can generate 4-5 quality social media reels
• Podcast transcripts provide valuable SEO content and lead generation opportunities
• Success metrics should align with original goals, not just download numbers
• Guest preparation involves reassurance and technical guidance for best results
• Podcast length should match content quality—end while conversations are still engaging
• Research and preparation separate good hosts from great hosts
• Content repurposing transforms single episodes into blogs, newsletters, and speaking opportunities

• https://www.pedalstomperproductions.com/
• https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtroche/
• https://www.youtube.com/@pedalstomperproductions6240