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Master the Art of Interviewing: NPR Secrets for Podcasters
Ever wonder what’s holding back indie podcasters who run interview shows? The gap between NPR’s polished interviews and the average indie podcast is as wide as the Grand Canyon. While NPR hosts effortlessly weave engaging conversations, many indie podcasters struggle to hit that same sweet spot.
Let’s face it, nailing those interview skills can make or break your show’s popularity. But here’s the kicker: by borrowing a few tricks from NPR’s playbook, you can turn your podcast from meh to amazing. Ready to uncover these game-changing techniques? Let’s jump in.
NPR interviewers have an ace up their sleeve: playing dumb (strategically, of course). It’s like being the new kid in class who asks the “obvious” questions everyone’s too embarrassed to ask. This clever tactic gets guests to spill the beans on stuff they might usually skip over.
By channeling your inner curious cat, you encourage guests to break down complex ideas, often revealing golden nuggets of info they’d typically breeze past. Instead of asking, “What’s your startup’s business model?” try, “I’m a bit lost on how your company makes money. Could you walk me through it like I’m five?” Read More
Article originally written by Juergen Berkessel and published on Polymash.
The global podcast audience reached 546.7 million listeners in 2024 and is projected to grow to 651.7 million by 2027.
With more than half a billion listeners, podcasting has solidified its place as a lasting medium. Podcasting is a particularly compelling platform for creators and advertisers alike due to its low barriers to entry, flexible format, and inviting community.
Creators with a strong point of view who can produce consistently high-quality content can build a dedicated audience with the right marketing savvy.
With that said, monetising a podcast can be even more challenging than creating content that resonates with listeners.
Take traditional programmatic advertising, for example. If you’re a podcast listener, you’ve likely heard the familiar 15- to 30-second ads from brands like Tommy John, HelloFresh, and Squarespace. Read More
Article originally written by Bobby Bonett and published on Podcasting Today.
Starting a YouTube channel in 2025 might feel intimidating. After all, 88% of videos never crack 1,000 views, and fewer than 2% ever hit 100,000. But here’s the truth, YouTube isn’t oversaturated. The real hurdle for most aspiring creators, especially those juggling a 9-to-5, is staying consistent and energized for the long haul. Most people quit too early because they don’t see instant results. Success on YouTube takes more than passion; it demands long-term commitment, consistent effort, and a strategic mindset. You’ve got to understand the culture of the internet, especially if you’re working with limited time and energy.
The key to making it on YouTube? High-effort, high-value content that offers viewers something unique. While the platform is flooded with average content, the opportunity is wide open for creators who deliver standout videos. That means choosing topics wisely, crafting compelling titles, and designing engaging thumbnails. You need a balance: value drives clicks, but quality keeps viewers watching and subscribing. Consistency in your message, tone, and how you engage with your audience is non-negotiable. Watch Here
Ever wonder how to improve your podcast’s ranking on Listen Notes? Inside this episode of Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer, we’re diving deep into what Listen Notes is, how it works, and honestly, whether Listen Notes is legit and how much you should really care about those rankings.
You'll also get the inside scoop on how these rankings differ from those on podcast apps like Apple and Spotify, and Courtney will give you three straightforward steps to help you make sense of your Listen Notes score.
Even more importantly, she will tell you why you might want to chill a bit on the rankings obsession and instead, put that energy into connecting with your listeners. Learn More
🎤 🎧 If you’re planning to become pregnant, trying to conceive, are currently pregnant, or birthed a baby in the last few years, OR you are working in the birth field, Birth As We Know It is the podcast for you.
Birth As We Know It is a birth story and birth experience podcast that is dedicated to recognizing the many different ways the birth unfolds. The good, the bad and everything in between.
🎤 🎧 The Texas Crime Stories Podcast takes you deep into the heart of Texas, uncovering gripping true crime cases from San Antonio, South Texas, the Hill Country, and beyond. Each episode explores the most fascinating, chilling, and sometimes overlooked stories of crime, mystery, and justice from this diverse region.
🎤 🎧 Your Story Matters Podcast is for story lovers and storytellers. This is where we work through life from its perspectives, seasons of life, relationships and more. My hope for the show is that we will experience the power of storytelling and understand that we are the main characters in our own stories to break free from the false narratives.
🎤🎧 When you’re a parent, every day brings a “Fresh Hell” to deal with. In other words, there’s always something. Think of us as your funny mom friends who are here to remind you: you’re not alone, and it won’t always be this hard.
In each episode of What Fresh Hell we offer lots of laughs, but also practical advice, parenting strategies, and tips to empower you in your role as a mom. We explore self-help techniques, as well as ways to prioritize your own needs, combat stress and despite the invisible workload we all deal with, find joy amidst the choas of motherhood.
Morgan James Publishing has revolutionized book publishing—from the author’s standpoint.
Morgan James teaches authors strategies to leverage their books and grow their businesses—adding value while staying out of the way.
Ranked by Publishers Weekly as one of the fastest-growing publishers in the nation ten times in our short history. Morgan James is reported to be “the future of publishing.”