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No, You Don’t Have to Add Video to Your Podcast
There’s a lot of chatter in the podcasting world right now about video. You’ve probably seen the headlines, the YouTube clips, and maybe even a few TikToks telling you that if your podcast doesn’t have a video version, it’s already falling behind. But here’s the thing: that’s just not true for most podcasters.
At Buzzsprout, we’ve always built our tools for audio-first creators. Not because we’re anti-video, but because audio is still the core of podcasting. And more importantly, we’ve seen that it’s where most podcasters thrive!
So in this post, we’re digging into what’s really happening with video podcasting, why it’s not the default next step for every podcaster, and why it’s okay, actually, smart, not to jump into video just because everyone else seems to be doing it. Read More
Article originally written by Megan Nelson and published on Buzzsprout.
All right, podcasting friends, so you've been creating content for your platform. Maybe you've been podcasting for two, three, or more years, and you have all of this content you want to repurpose into something bigger. If you've been podcasting for a while, you've probably got quite a bit of content on your computer. You may also have a YouTube channel, a blog, or a vlog where you are repurposing some or all of your podcast content (and if you're not, you're missing out on a huge SEO piece).
Still, even if you're not repurposing your podcast content, you can turn the content from your podcast into a book!
Now, while you can't just copy and paste transcripts from your podcast to make a book, there is a method you can use to organize and create book content from your podcast. Even if you don't have a podcast, if you have a video channel, a blog, or a vlog, you can repurpose any type of content using the steps in this process to create a book. Read More
Article originally written by Emily Prokop and Lynn "Elikqitie" Smargis and published on epodcastproductions .
Struggling to plan your next podcast episode or feeling stuck when drafting interview questions? This week’s featured video breaks down how to harness the power of AI, particularly tools like ChatGPT to streamline your podcast production workflow. From generating engaging episode topics to creating structured outlines and crafting compelling interview questions, this tutorial shows how to use simple prompts to turn creative blocks into content gold. It emphasizes the power of outlines over rigid scripts, helping hosts stay natural and flexible while recording.
The video also discusses how you can craft meaningful interviews by following the 80/20 rule: letting your guest do most of the talking while you guide the conversation with well-planned questions. With actionable examples and clear step-by-step instructions, this resource is a must-watch for both new and seasoned podcasters looking to save time and boost content quality using AI. Whether you're recording solo or hosting a guest, these tips will elevate your podcasting game. Watch Now
Pop the confetti, because YouTube is turning 20! From the 19-second clip that started it all, to now over 20 billion uploaded videos, including music, Shorts, podcasts, and more, YouTube has grown so much in just two decades.
They’re kicking off their birthday with plenty of ways to celebrate. Take a peek at some of their new features, stats, hidden gems, and easter eggs below to help you join in on the festivities. Read More
Article originally written by Viraj Mahesh and published on the YouTube Official Blog.
🎤 🎧 Are you a women veteran who feels unseen and unheard? Do you struggle with finding your purpose after service? Sisters-in-Service is a podcast that gives women veterans the platform to talk about those exact issues and more. Hear from other veterans, military spouses and Veteran Service Organizations (VSO) just like you that have overcome their transition from the military. Every Tuesday this podcast encourages women veterans to stand up and be counted because as a group we have a voice. From your host - Cat Corchado - The Voice Connecting Women Veterans
🎤 🎧 The only daily morning show for creators, by creators!
Join 20-year podcast pro, Marc Ronick and an incredible team of podcasters as they dive into everything from starting a podcast, to audience growth, monetization, booking guests, using the latest AI tools and more on the Podcasting Morning Chat. It's a 'morning show meets mastermind' for content creators! Tune in live weekdays at 7 AM EST on Clubhouse (yes, Clubhouse!) or catch up anytime right here or any podcast platform.
🎤 🎧 Do you constantly silence yourself out of fear that your family or coworkers will criticize you or get angry if you speak up? Are you secretly wishing to feel secure and truly loved, but you isolate or stay in broken, unfulfilling relationships because past betrayals have convinced you this is as good as it gets? Did you know that these are all patterns that could be traced back to an old trauma? If you are ready to create relationships built on trust and mutual love, and finally learn to speak up for yourself, revealing your confident voice, you are in the right place! On Heal Your Trauma, Find Your Voice, I am here to show you that no matter what you’ve gone through in the past, healing is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.
🎤🎧 Rick and Clancy have been enjoying life together since the mid 90s, married in 2000. Starting August 2023, they now have two college-aged kiddos and are about to enter a new phase of life. Empty Nest Living. The house is quieter than before...it's a loud quiet, indeed. Join them as they laugh, cry, and yes, probably argue while trying to figure out how to live the empty nest—new adventures and challenges await! Tune in for relatable empty nest stories, navigating the ups and downs of empty nest life, with humor about the empty nest journey. The Loud Quiet - Empty Nest Living.
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.”