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Podcast Not Growing? Three Areas to Investigate Nov 02, 2026

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In this episode of Podcasting Q&A, we break down why podcast downloads stall and how to pinpoint the real reason your show is not growing. We focus on three practical levers you can adjust without reinventing your whole podcast: discovery, content, and consistency.

Resource Mentioned: Visual Soundbites (Audiogram)

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How to Start a Podcast on Your Phone (Record, Edit & Publish) Oct 26, 2026

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In today's episode, we answer a listener's question about recording, editing, and publishing a podcast using only a cell phone. We share a simple three-step workflow and small recording habits that make your audio sound more professional.

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What is HLS? And What Do Podcasters Need to Know? Oct 19, 2026

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Video podcasting is trending, but how does it actually work? Alban Brooke from the Buzzsprout team joins this episode to break down a listener's question about the role HLS plays in video podcasting. We discuss all things video podcasting and how podcast platforms are making video easier to watch and distribute!

If you have questions about HLS or video podcasting, reach out to the Podcaster Success team by emailing support@buzzsprout.com.

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How Long Should My Podcast Episodes Be? Oct 12, 2026

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In this episode, we break down why there is no perfect podcast episode length and how to create episodes that match what your listeners actually want to hear. We share Buzzsprout stats as a starting point, then give some simple tips to help you decide when an episode is truly finished.

Resources Mentioned: Finding Stats Within Directories

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5 Tips to Cut Filler Words From Your Episodes Oct 05, 2026

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That tiny gap of silence after a sentence can feel huge when you’re recording a podcast, and that’s when filler words sneak in. In today's episode, we share practical ways to pause, slow down, and stay focused on your message so your episodes sound confident and natural.

Resource Mentioned: Magic Mastering™

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Three Easy Ways to Make Your Podcast Sound More Professional Sep 28, 2026

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What makes a podcast sound professional, and how do you know yours is hitting the mark? The surprising answer is that professional-sounding audio is often the audio nobody notices. When listeners are able to focus on your message instead of your mic, your room, or your edits, that is when you've really won!

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Podcast Terms Explained: Produce Video Like a Pro Sep 21, 2026

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Video editing gets way less stressful when you can clearly name what you want. We’re continuing our video podcasting terminology series by defining the words you’ll see in your recording settings and when working with a video editor, so you can make the best choices without second-guessing yourself.

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Podcast Terms Explained: Create Video With Confidence Sep 14, 2026

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Video is now more prevalent in podcasting than it's ever been before, from full-length video episodes to bite-size clips that drive discovery on social media.

In this episode, we break down the video podcasting terms that matter so you can choose settings, frame your shots, and edit with less guesswork. I define the basics, from MP4 and resolution to talking head and B-roll, so you can make informed decisions without trying to become an expert overnight.

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Podcast Terms Explained: The Keys to Sounding Like a Pro Sep 07, 2026

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Your recording software is full of buttons that look harmless until you touch one and your audio suddenly sounds tiny, distorted, or wildly loud. We want to take that stress off the table by translating the most common audio podcasting terms into plain English so you can make confident decisions fast.

Today's episode is part of our mini series defining podcasting terminology. Check out last week's episode for more podcast terms defined: Podcast Terms Explained: General Podcasting Basics.

If you have a question about producing an audio-first podcast, reach out to the Podcaster Success team by emailing support@buzzsprout.com.

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Podcast Terms Explained: General Podcasting Basics Aug 31, 2026

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General confusion about how podcasting works is one of the fastest ways to lose confidence when you’re trying to launch, fix a distribution issue, or make sense of your stats. Today we're kicking off a three-part podcasting terminology mini-series by translating the general terms every podcaster runs into early on, with simple definitions you can actually use when you talk to other creators or contact support.

Resource Mentioned: Understand Podcast Analytics Like A Pro!

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