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How to promote a seasonal podcast Mar 01, 2021

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Nosa from the Culture Class Podcast asks, "How can I promote a seasonal podcast?"

TL;DR
It may seem like promoting a seasonal podcast is wildly different (or even more difficult) than promoting a show that publishes episodes regularly.
The good news is the best practices for marketing a weekly podcast can absolutely apply to seasonal podcasts, you just have to tweak them a little bit.
So in this episode, we'll share six tips on how you can promote a seasonal podcast.
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Pay to promote your show in podcast apps Feb 22, 2021

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There aren't many digital advertising platforms that work for podcasters, mainly because strategies like Facebook Ads and Google AdWords aren't designed to measure how many subscribers you receive from a particular ad campaign.
That's where third-party apps like Overcast, Podcast Addict, Castbox, and Pocket Casts come in!
So in this episode, Travis and Badr will peel back the curtain and show you results from sponsored campaigns within Overcast and Podcast Addict so you can decide if it's a worthwhile investment for your podcast.
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Do you need to use a Guest Release Form for your podcast? Feb 15, 2021

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Paul from Are You Ready to Roll? asks, "How prudent should I be about getting guest release forms for my podcast?"

TL;DR
Guest release forms are one of those things that you'll hear a lot about in the podcasting industry, but you won't necessarily find a consensus answer regarding whether you need one or not.
So in this episode, we'll share two perspectives and help you decide which one's going to be the best for your particular podcast.
Gordon's Guest Release Forms

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GuestRelease.com (for video podcasts)

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How to make your podcast stand out Feb 08, 2021

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Trevor from 1PDnD asks, "How do you stand out when there's quite a few podcasts in your category?"

TL;DR
It is true that as podcasting has grown over the last several years, certain categories and certain types of shows have become more saturated. But that doesn't mean that there's no room for anything new or that you can't build a meaningful audience talking about something that you love.
In this episode, you'll learn three ways to separate yourself from the pack so you can grow meaningful audience (even if you're podcasting in a crowded category).
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Five ways to promote a brand new podcast Feb 01, 2021

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Jack from Reading Caste with Jack asks, "How can I promote my brand new podcast?"

TL;DR
When you first launch a podcast, promotion is just as important as recording and releasing new podcast episodes. But which strategies work best when you're first getting started and don't have an online audience yet?
So on this episode, we're going to discuss five strategies for promoting a brand new podcast.
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How to get the best results with Magic Mastering Jan 25, 2021

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Marisa from the Live Blissed Out podcast asks, "What adjustments should I make to my podcast episodes when using Magic Mastering?"

TL;DR
Magic Mastering is a new feature that we recently added in Buzzsprout that allows you to automatically mix and master your podcast episodes to improve your audio quality without adding a ton of extra work. But there are certainly some things that you still want to do when you're editing your podcast episode to get the best results.
In today's episode, we'll explain how to get the best results with Buzzsprout's Magic Mastering tool.
Learn more about Magic Mastering.
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Should you create an LLC for your podcast? Jan 18, 2021

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Jared from the Remarkable People podcast asks, "When should create an LLC for your podcast?"

TL;DR
Just as a disclaimer, we are not legal or tax experts but we have formed a few LLCs in our time (so take our advice with a grain of salt). Filing an LLC for your podcast can allow you to "write off" podcast-related expenses, leading to a larger return come tax season. So why isn't it something we recommend for all podcasters?
In today's episode, we'll walk through the pros and cons of creating a business for your podcast and help you decide if it's a good fit for your show.
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Add Pre-Rolls and Post-Rolls with Dynamic Content Jan 11, 2021

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In today's special episode, we're breaking down Buzzsprout's newest feature - Dynamic Content.
Leave a comment in the post pinned to the top of the Buzzsprout Podcast Community Facebook Group to let us know how we can make Dynamic Content even better.
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How to repurpose old podcast episodes Jan 04, 2021

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Tim from the Thinking Nutrition podcast asks, "What's the best strategy for republishing old content??"

TL;DR
Republishing or repurposing your old podcast content is an excellent way to highlight your best content, revisit old topics that are newly relevant, or simply take a short break without missing any publishing dates.
In today's episode, you'll learn the right and wrong way to repurpose old podcast episodes so you can take that well-deserved break.
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How important are podcast reviews? Dec 28, 2020

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Dr. Varsha from Women and Shakespeare asks, "How important are podcast reviews?"

TL;DR
Podcast reviews are one of the primary ways that you can hear from your listeners and learn just what they like about your show. They also serve as social proof for new listeners who might be interested in finding out just how good your podcast really is.
So in today's episode, we'll discuss why podcast reviews are important, and how to encourage your listeners to leave a glowing five star review.
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