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The Smart Way to Stay Ahead in Podcasting | Seth Silvers

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The podcasting industry is changing fast; what worked just one year ago won't cut it today! Thankfully, there's a smart approach you can take to stay ahead. In this episode, Seth Silvers and Alex Sanfilippo explain how to position for future success as a podcast host or podcast guest. From platform updates to new audience behaviors, they reveal what hosts and guests can expect in the future. Get ready for a look at where podcasting is headed and how to make sure you don't get left behind!

MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/329

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:23 State of Podcasting: Current Trends and Data
06:15 The Competitive Landscape of Podcasting
11:30 The Role of Video in Podcasting
15:13 Improving Show Quality and Guest Preparation
19:24 Understanding Podcast Analytics
23:13 Retention Strategies and Listener Engagement
27:56 Final Thoughts on Audience Connection

Takeaways
The podcasting industry is becoming more competitive and maturing.
Only 400,000 out of 4 million podcasts are considered active.
YouTube is gaining traction in the podcasting space with significant viewership.
Podcasters need to improve show quality and be unique in their premise.
Analytics should focus on listener behavior and audience growth, not just downloads.
Shorter intros can lead to better listener retention.
Guests should invest in quality gear for better audio and video.
Hosts should control their own audio quality and set expectations for guests.
Understanding your audience is crucial for podcast growth.
Building rapport between hosts and guests enhances listener connection.

MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/329

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Chapters

1. Introduction and Background (00:00:00)

2. State of Podcasting: Current Trends and Data (00:02:23)

3. The Competitive Landscape of Podcasting (00:06:15)

4. The Role of Video in Podcasting (00:11:30)

5. Improving Show Quality and Guest Preparation (00:15:13)

6. Understanding Podcast Analytics (00:19:24)

7. Retention Strategies and Listener Engagement (00:23:13)

8. Final Thoughts on Audience Connection (00:27:56)

330 episodes

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Manage episode 479750351 series 2794086
Content provided by Alex Sanfilippo, PodMatch.com and Alex Sanfilippo. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Alex Sanfilippo, PodMatch.com and Alex Sanfilippo or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://ppacc.player.fm/legal.

Send Us a Text Message

The podcasting industry is changing fast; what worked just one year ago won't cut it today! Thankfully, there's a smart approach you can take to stay ahead. In this episode, Seth Silvers and Alex Sanfilippo explain how to position for future success as a podcast host or podcast guest. From platform updates to new audience behaviors, they reveal what hosts and guests can expect in the future. Get ready for a look at where podcasting is headed and how to make sure you don't get left behind!

MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/329

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:23 State of Podcasting: Current Trends and Data
06:15 The Competitive Landscape of Podcasting
11:30 The Role of Video in Podcasting
15:13 Improving Show Quality and Guest Preparation
19:24 Understanding Podcast Analytics
23:13 Retention Strategies and Listener Engagement
27:56 Final Thoughts on Audience Connection

Takeaways
The podcasting industry is becoming more competitive and maturing.
Only 400,000 out of 4 million podcasts are considered active.
YouTube is gaining traction in the podcasting space with significant viewership.
Podcasters need to improve show quality and be unique in their premise.
Analytics should focus on listener behavior and audience growth, not just downloads.
Shorter intros can lead to better listener retention.
Guests should invest in quality gear for better audio and video.
Hosts should control their own audio quality and set expectations for guests.
Understanding your audience is crucial for podcast growth.
Building rapport between hosts and guests enhances listener connection.

MORE FROM THIS EPISODE: HTTPS://PODMATCH.COM/EP/329

  continue reading

Chapters

1. Introduction and Background (00:00:00)

2. State of Podcasting: Current Trends and Data (00:02:23)

3. The Competitive Landscape of Podcasting (00:06:15)

4. The Role of Video in Podcasting (00:11:30)

5. Improving Show Quality and Guest Preparation (00:15:13)

6. Understanding Podcast Analytics (00:19:24)

7. Retention Strategies and Listener Engagement (00:23:13)

8. Final Thoughts on Audience Connection (00:27:56)

330 episodes

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