Producing vs Progressing Your Podcast

Producing vs Progressing Your Podcast

Author: Mark Asquith April 12, 2021 Duration: 11:00
Let's accept that production is the thing that we have to do - we can't podcast without producing a podcast and so we can't assume that by producing and releasing, we're doing enough to progress.

Mark Asquith, known widely as "That British Podcast Guy" and the co-founder of the Captivate platform, brings his extensive experience directly to your headphones with The Podcast Accelerator: How to Grow Your Podcast. This isn't about vague inspiration; it's a practical, hands-on resource for anyone serious about building a meaningful and sustainable show. Each episode breaks down the complexities of podcast growth into actionable steps, focusing on the intersection of creative content and smart business strategy. You'll hear detailed discussions on everything from audience analytics and monetization models to the technical nuances of production and promotion that actually work. The guidance offered stems from real-world application, not just theory, providing a clear path through the often noisy world of online audio. For creators who are past the basics and ready to scale their impact, this podcast serves as an essential toolkit. It’s where the art of compelling storytelling meets the science of strategic marketing, all delivered with Mark's direct and knowledgeable perspective. Tune in for genuinely actionable insights that can help you refine your process, connect with a larger audience, and build a podcast that stands out and lasts.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

The Podcast Accelerator: How to Grow Your Podcast
Podcast Episodes
Is Facebook Still an Effective Podcast Marketing Platform? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:59
Kipper McGee, of Brandwidth on Demand and a good friend of mine asked if Facebook is still a good marketing tool for podcasters due to the increasing amount of people choosing to spend less time on the platform. With iOS…
The Problem with Apple Podcasts Subscriptions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:00
Last week Apple announce its podcast subscription service to help creators to monetise. With Spotify hot on their heels, here's my reaction one week in.
How to Get Testimonials from The Press for Your Podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:53
My long-time friend Annette Bone asked on last weeks podcast launch office hours how she can get PR companies that help her into events as "press" to give her testimonials for her podcast. Here's how I'd approach it pers…
Why I Started Scripting My Podcast Episodes [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 12:21
A few months ago, I started to write out long-form show notes to accompany some episodes of this podcast. Surprise, surprise: the quality went up and I've received some stellar feedback.
Can You Mix Podcast Formats? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 5:23
Following up last week's question from Doug, who is going through the free Podcast Launch Accelerator course, he also asked if it's wise to mix podcast formats between solo and interview style on the same show. The answe…
Podcast Cover Art Mistakes to Avoid [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:04
Doug Piper is working through the free Podcast Launch Accelerator course and during the office hours a couple of weeks ago he asked me about cover art, what to do and not to do. Here's my list of top things to avoid!
Can You Have Multiple Goals for Your Podcast? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:11
My friend Ashleigh asked me recently about whether she can build her network AND monetise through an interview show and it led me to think more about how you set primary and secondary goals for your show.
The Podcast Industry is Too Big for You [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 9:47
Last week we hit 2,000,000 active podcasts. While that's amazing for the industry, podcasters like you and I are beginning to feel a little anxious about the potential of our "little" show. Should we be concerned?
Can You Bounce Between Podcast Formats? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:40
Michael Rodriguez asked me "Can your show bounce between a solo show sometimes and interviews others, especially when starting off and trying to get people to interview?"...
Should I Include A Q&A In My Podcast? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 7:05
Following up on last week's question, Doug also asked "In my programs which are recorded from webinars I have a Q&A at the end of the program. Do you think I should include the Q&A in the podcast?"