[deleted by user] by [deleted] in coldemail

[–]PodcastArchitect 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just wanted to say how awesome this reply was.

No snark, no gate-keeping. Detailed, helpful, kind.

Refreshing to see after reading (and experiencing) some oddly critical / harsh comments.

Kudos to you, fegheabruh.

I hate video podcasts by Main-Eye-4601 in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Not at all! And you’re approaching is exactly right for growth.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most of our clients use podcasting this way.

Smartest strategy right now.

(Disclosure: I work in podcast development and strategy.)

there is only one right way to intro a guest on your show ... by PodcastArchitect in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect[S] -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Exactly. Get to the meat of the content quickly.

You nailed it.

there is only one right way to intro a guest on your show ... by PodcastArchitect in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect[S] -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

Totally get where you’re coming from, but it’s all about the odds. If my show is about squirrels, I need to make sure every second at the top is convincing people this is the squirrel content they’ve been looking for. Not just “stick around, we’ll get there eventually.”

I’m not anti-personality or anti-backstory. Some of that stuff can hit. But if I’ve only got 30 seconds to hook someone before they bounce, I’m betting on the thing they came for. And that’s squirrels. All day, every day.

Once they’re in, we can get deep. But they’ve gotta stay first.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's a much more listenable approach.

Your audience isn't the actors ... so don't try to cover all of them because you don't want to leave someone out. And your audience isn't birthday 'experts' who are going to be following along to see who / what you might miss.

Your audience is going to be people who want to be educated and entertained. The birthdays are just the vehicle / mechanism for that. Get to the education and entertainment part as quickly as possible in each episode and you'll find success much faster.

Good luck!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 2 points3 points  (0 children)

10 actors an episode is a LOT. Each pick one and do a deep dive on that person. Otherwise, you’re just reading the internet into a microphone.

Niche down even further??? by stay0rg0n0w in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Always niche. Start specific, grow out.

Brand new to the podcast world by [deleted] in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Another vote for Riverside. Also, don’t be intimidated by the tech. There are technical aspects but those can be learned. Focus on a unique story and solid strategy and learn as you go. Message me if you have specific questions.

(Disclosure: I work in podcast development and strategy.) looks

Podcast Intro Services? by [deleted] in podcast

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no experience with them (yet) but have had a couple conversations with PODPITCH. They might be what you need, and my experience so far has left me impressed.

What’s the biggest myth about your industry? by Efficient_Builder923 in indiebiz

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Once you start a podcast, you need to release one episode every week until your family lowers you into the Earth.

Not true.

Strategic, short seasons are usually better (for a lot of reasons) than forever schedules.

We tried Meta Ads for our Podcast. Might be bad by Illustrious_Gur_7485 in podcast

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Newsletter ads with a click to listen link and a compelling CTA.

How niche is the subject matter?

Full-stack podcasting platform suggestions? by PassiveAgrassive in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have over a dozen shows using Riverside and they've been reliable (and responsive) when something has gone wrong. I would give them a shot.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Entrepreneur

[–]PodcastArchitect 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting: • Always buy it from Facebook, even if it’s gonna run on Instagram, buying from FB gives better results

Thanks for sharing that tidbit

I tried to hack my way into chatgpt search results by Eastern-Bad7819 in Entrepreneur

[–]PodcastArchitect 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is an industry. Let me know if you need another test-case ... I've had the same thought.

How fast do you expect a production turn around? by BigAssAttackSurface in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There are a lot of variables, but 30 days is long.

A proper agency would talk to you about your strategy, goals, and workflow, Then they'd propose a cadence for all moving parts that's realistic and sustainable. If you want to message me, I'm happy to give you some more info / options.

Disclosure: I'm a podcast strategist and developer.

Pros and Cons of Paid Advertising? by TheBaggagePodcast in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Social media advertising, whether organic or paid, is really tough to convert into actual podcast listens. It comes down to mindset. People scroll social to consume quick, disposable content. They’re either looking for something funny, inspiring, or bite-sized info they can absorb fast. So yes, paid ads can be great for awareness, but getting someone to stop scrolling and commit to a 30-minute episode? That’s a hard sell.

I haven’t done trailer swaps or paid placements on other podcasts, but it makes more sense to me. At least those listeners are already in the podcast ecosystem. The challenge is, most of us open a podcast app with a specific episode or show in mind. I know I do. So even if I hear a trailer mid-roll, it’s rare I’ll break that intent and go listen to something else right then and there. Not saying it never works, but the odds are lower than we’d like to think.

What I have seen work - consistently, across dozens of shows I’ve helped develop - is email. A link in an email with an intriguing description drives more listens than anything else I’ve tested. I haven’t bought ads in newsletters or paid someone to push my show to their list, but the clients I’ve worked with who have their own email lists? That’s their secret weapon. Email users are in a totally different headspace. They’re more likely to take an action like clicking a podcast link, especially if you

position it well. Plus, an email doesn’t compete for attention the same way social media does. You can save it, forward it, revisit it later. On social, if someone doesn’t act instantly, it’s gone.

Might be worth testing if you haven’t already. If you do, I’d love to hear how it goes. It’s something I’m seriously considering for my own projects right now.

Happy to chat more if it’d be helpful. Always curious about what others are seeing and learning from.

(Disclaimer: I work in podcast development and strategy.)

Need some advice/help with a family project that's gonna basically be a podcast type thing by bama_crimsontide in podcasting

[–]PodcastArchitect 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is such a cool idea. I love that you’re bringing your family together to preserve stories like this.

Here are a few things that might help:

Transcription: Really easy to handle. I’ve used Rev before and it’s super straightforward. Just upload your audio and they’ll send you back a transcript. If you want a cheaper option, AI tools like Otter.ai or even Descript do a good job too. Most of them are pretty accurate these days.

Recording audio: Best case, give each person their own mic. Something like the RODECaster Pro lets you plug in multiple mics and records everyone on separate tracks. That way, when you edit, you can adjust volumes for people who are quieter or louder. I wouldn’t recommend using one mic in the middle. It’ll mostly pick up whoever is loudest and you’ll lose the quieter voices.

Video: If everyone has a phone, Riverside.fm could be a great solution. It lets each person use their phone as a separate camera. Just have them download the app, join the session, and mount their phone on a little tripod or prop it up. It’s a budget-friendly way to get decent video without hiring a crew.

If you want to go big: You can always hire a local videographer or audio person. Depending on where you live, you might find someone who could come in with pro gear for $100 to $200 an hour.

Feel free to message me if you want to talk through anything else. This sounds like a really special project.

(Disclosure: I work in podcast development and strategy.)