Podcast Coaching with Christine

28. A Launch and Growth Strategy Inspired by Doing Good | Self.Made.Sister’s Anna Keenan

Anna Keenan is the host of the Self.Made.Sister podcast and the Regional Marketing and Philanthropic Manager at Kendra Scott. In this episode, Anna shares her launch story, her growth strategies, and her perspective on giving back, which is integrated into her work ethic. Anna emerged into podcasting after being one of Christine’s podcast coaching clients. In this episode Anna and Christine talk about working together, starting businesses and balancing "mom-life." Listen to the end for more o...

27. How To Write A Business Plan for Your Podcast | Camille Finan

Camille Finan is a business builder, professional carpenter, and host of the Remodel Your Life Podcast. In this episode, Camille Finan gives us an inside look into the world of monetizing your podcast and marketing yourself to solve real-world pain points, strategize the way you direct your audience, and improve your business. Want to learn more about all the things you can do to improve your business and make money in the trades? Listen to Camille Finan speak and teach on October 24th/25t...

27. How To Automate A Simple Sales Funnel Starting with Your Podcast | Camille Finan

Camille Finan is a business builder, professional carpenter, and host of the Remodel Your Life Podcast. In this episode, Camille Finan gives us an inside look into the world of monetizing your podcast and marketing yourself to solve real-world pain points, strategize the way you direct your audience, and improve your business. Want to learn more about all the things you can do to improve your business and make money in the trades? Listen to Camille Finan speak and teach on October 24th/25th ...

26. How To Improve Your Voice For Podcasts | TV Broadcaster Steve Kuzj

Steve Kuzj, A 3 Time Emmy-Award winning news reporter and professional voice over artist, shares what it takes to improve your voice for your podcast. He breaks down how to find the best place to record, techniques to improve the sound of your voice, and how to get rid of bad habits such as saying “like and “um.” Steve also talks about how to be your natural self while recording and why it’s important to review your performance. What you'll learn: 3:10: Audio Quality of Your Podcast 5:00: ...

25. The 3 Struggles Podcasters Face & How To Overcome them | Doug Sandler

Podcasting industry leader and monetization specialist Doug Sandler shares what to do when life gets in the way of a “perfect” podcast recording, in this week's episode. Plus we go over the top 3 struggles of podcasters today: growth, becoming a leading influencer, and monetization. Doug has more than 30 years of business experience as an entrepreneur and leader. his book, nice guys finish first is a #1 ranked Amazon best-seller.  and he’s the host of  The Nice Guys on Business podcast,   ...

24. What a "BIG BREAK" in Podcasting Looks Like: Paid Speaking Gigs & Getting Published | The Only One In The Room’s Laura Cathcart Robbins

Laura Cathcart Robbins talks about her “big break” into the podcasting world. She shares how she “got published,” her secrets to pitching, how she handles rejection and how her first paid speaking gig.  Laura is a writer, recovery thriver and survivor. She’s also the host of the popular podcast: The Only One In The Room! Which is a podcast for anyone who has ever felt alone in a room full of people. She shares vulnerable accounts from people who are eager to connect.   1:45: USPS, Elections...

23. Rowing in Color Co-Hosts on Their Hyper-Speed Growth & Solving A Problem with Your Podcast | Denise Aquino & Patricia Destine

Denise Aquino and Patricia Destine launched their podcast, Rowing in Color, in March. Shortly after, their downloads exploded. Now they are sharing how they’re dealing with the newly found success, how their brand is sparking dialogue on the important issue of race in the rowing world, and they reveal the strategies they are using to collaborate with other communities to continue to grow their podcast and make a real impact on people’s lives.   Time Codes 2:00 - History of Rowing as mostl...

22. How To Fully Monetize Your Podcast | JJ Flizanes

JJ Flizanes is an Empowerment Strategist, Podcast Coach, and the host of several podcasts including People’s Choice Awards nominee Spirit, Purpose & Energy.  In this episode, we dive into how to make your podcast your number one way to find new customers, the importance of REALLY getting to know your audience (customer) over time and how you should focus on making an impact in your audiences lives...before you even think about selling them a product. TIME CODES/SHOW NOTES:  5:00: JJ’s stor...

21. She Podcasts' Elsie Escobar: How To "Own Your Expertise" Through Podcasting

Elsie Escobar has been podcasting for more than 13 years. She's an inductee to the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame and is a leading woman in the podcast space advocating for independent podcasters.  She’s a rockstar podcast producer & co-host of two shows about podcasting:  The Feed - The Official Libsyn Podcast and She Podcasts, the podcast for women about podcasting and new media from the woman's point of view which has the largest woman only Facebook Group for women podcasters.    Ti...

She Podcasts' Elsie Escobar: How To "Own Your Expertise" Through Podcasting

Elsie Escobar has been podcasting for more than 13 years. She's an inductee to the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame and is a leading woman in the podcast space advocating for independent podcasters.  She’s a rockstar podcast producer & co-host of two shows about podcasting:  The Feed - The Official Libsyn Podcast and She Podcasts, the podcast for women about podcasting and new media from the woman's point of view which has the largest woman only Facebook Group for women podcasters.    ...

20. Black podcasts that educate, inspire & make an impact

Amplifying amazing black podcasts that taught me something. I highly recommend the following podcasts/ episodes.  1619: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/23/podcasts/1619-podcast.html The Nicole Walters Podcast - Season 2, Episode: “Fight or Flight”: https://nicolewalters.com/fight-or-flight/ Code Switch - Episode: “A decade of watching black people die”: https://www.npr.org/2020/05/29/865261916/a-decade-of-watching-black-people-die Pod Save The People with Deray -Episode “Keep the Fi...

Black podcasts that educate, inspire & make an impact

Amplifying amazing black podcasts that taught me something. I highly recommend the following podcasts/ episodes.  1619: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/23/podcasts/1619-podcast.html The Nicole Walters Podcast - Season 2, Episode: “Fight or Flight”: https://nicolewalters.com/fight-or-flight/ Code Switch - Episode: “A decade of watching black people die”: https://www.npr.org/2020/05/29/865261916/a-decade-of-watching-black-people-die Pod Save The People with Deray -Episode “Keep the Fi...

Her podcast started as a way to treat her depression, now she’s at the top of the comedy charts | Annabelle Desisto

Annabelle Desisto is the host of comedy podcast: Adderall and Compliments. She’s been featured in Forbes; has millions of downloads and is now a career podcaster.  She’s been producing episodes for more than 4 years and was an original member of the Dear Media Network  While her podcast focuses on rehashing shows on Bravo and E!, she also openly discusses mental health issues and the importance of getting help.  In this week’s episode, she reveals that she had her microphone for a year...

19. Adderall & Compliments Host Shares How Vulnerability Helps Podcasters | Annabelle Desisto

Annabelle Desisto is the host of comedy podcast: Adderall and Compliments. She’s been featured in Forbes; has millions of downloads and is now a career podcaster.  She’s been producing episodes for more than 4 years and was an original member of the Dear Media Network  While her podcast focuses on rehashing shows on Bravo and E!, she also openly discusses mental health issues and the importance of getting help.  In this week’s episode, she reveals that she had her microphone for a year bef...

Understanding Your Podcast Listener |Creating Your Avatar

“Why Do I Care?” That’s the question my Managing Editor asked me during the morning meeting on Day 1 of my first on-air reporting job in Augusta, Georgia.  It sounds harsh, right?  It felt harsh at the time.  I remember feeling a white-hot flash of rage fill my body as I prepared to defend myself for a battle. That feeling of rage quickly changed to embarrassment as I realized I didn’t have a good answer to her question.  Why would a single, smart, sharp woman in Augusta, Georgia care ...

18. Understanding Your Podcast Listener |Creating Your Avatar

“Why Do I Care?” That’s the question my Managing Editor asked me during the morning meeting on Day 1 of my first on-air reporting job in Augusta, Georgia.  It sounds harsh, right?  It felt harsh at the time.  I remember feeling a white-hot flash of rage fill my body as I prepared to defend myself for a battle. That feeling of rage quickly changed to embarrassment as I realized I didn’t have a good answer to her question.  Why would a single, smart, sharp woman in Augusta, Georgia care abou...

17. The Untapped Place To Start Promoting Your Podcast | Arielle Nissenblatt

Arielle Nissenblatt, Founder of Earbuds Podcast Collective, Podcaster, and Castbox.fm Marketer walks us through how to get your podcast featured on listening Apps. She shares how she’s already got sponsors for her new podcast without proof of listenership and walks us through a day in her life.  LAUNCH Succesfully → 15 Step Podcast Launch Checklist CLICK → Get A Shout Out!  TAKEAWAYS: What makes a good podcast: Insights from a super listener Content varies season by season Orient your ...

The Untapped Place To Start Promoting Your Podcast | Arielle Nissenblatt

Arielle Nissenblatt, Founder of Earbuds Podcast Collective, Podcaster, and Castbox.fm Marketer walks us through how to get your podcast featured on listening Apps. She shares how she’s already got sponsors for her new podcast without proof of listenership and walks us through a day in her life.  LAUNCH Succesfully → 15 Step Podcast Launch Checklist CLICK → Get A Shout Out!  TAKEAWAYS: What makes a good podcast: Insights from a super listener Content varies season by season Orient...

BONUS: #GivingTuesdayPodcasts | Special Episode

For #GivingTuesdayPodcasts and to help those affected by COVID-19; I am sending love by sharing some podcasts you should be listening too. Click the following link for more on how you can give back: https://bit.ly/3fHo3jq Fool Me Twice: https://www.foolmetwicepod.com/ Self Made Sister: https://www.selfmadesister.com/ Remodel Your Life: https://remodelyourlifepodcast.com/ Have any recommendations for me? Did you enjoy these podcasts? Shoot me an email at: [email protected]  ...

16. WEBBY Award Nominee Reveals Writing Strategies | Jules Hannaford

Jules Hannaford is an author, independent podcaster and Webby Award nominee for Fool Me Twice. In this episode, she reveals the writing techniques that have her competing with the "big dogs" from Netflix and Luminary. Listen in for more on her writing strategies, transitions, and podcast structure.  Click to Download Jules' Sponsorship Package Template Fool Me Twice Website: https://www.foolmetwicepod.com/ https://www.PodcastCoachingWithChristine.com Please fill out THIS SURVEY so we can ...

WEBBY Award Nominee Reveals Writing Strategies | Jules Hannaford

Jules Hannaford is an author, independent podcaster and Webby Award nominee for Fool Me Twice. In this episode, she reveals the writing techniques that have her competing with the "big dogs" from Netflix and Luminary. Listen in for more on her writing strategies, transitions, and podcast structure.  Click to Download Jules' Sponsorship Package Template Fool Me Twice Website: https://www.foolmetwicepod.com/ https://www.PodcastCoachingWithChristine.com Please fill out THIS SURVEY so we...

Journalistic Responsibilities of Podcasters? (A CNN President's Advice )

Tom Johnson, Retired CNN President talks about the responsibilities of Today’s publishers.  If you’re listening to this & you’re a podcaster guess what? You are also a PUBLISHER…and that is a powerful thing. In this episode you’ll learn more about the responsibilities of podcasters today, what BIG PUBLISHERS, like Facebook may be doing wrong and what you can do to make sure your audience is getting good information that will serve them. Listen to the FULL EPISODE with Tom Johnson on THE L...

15. Journalistic Responsibilities of Podcasters? (A CNN President's Advice )

Tom Johnson, Retired CNN President talks about the responsibilities of Today’s publishers.  If you’re listening to this & you’re a podcaster guess what? You are also a PUBLISHER…and that is a powerful thing. In this episode you’ll learn more about the responsibilities of podcasters today, what BIG PUBLISHERS, like Facebook may be doing wrong and what you can do to make sure your audience is getting good information that will serve them. Listen to the FULL EPISODE with Tom Johnson on THE LAT...

Retired CNN President Tom Johnson on the Responsibilities of PODCASTERS & Publishers

Tom Johnson, Retired CNN President talks about the responsibilities of Today’s publishers.  If you’re listening to this & you’re a podcaster guess what? You are also a PUBLISHER…and that is a powerful thing. In this episode you’ll learn more about the responsibilities of podcasters today, what BIG PUBLISHERS, like Facebook may be doing wrong and what you can do to make sure your audience is getting good information that will serve them. Listen to the FULL EPISODE with Tom Johnson on THE L...

YOUR Responsibilities As A Publisher? (A CNN President's Advice )

Tom Johnson, Retired CNN President talks about the responsibilities of Today’s publishers.  If you’re listening to this & you’re a podcaster guess what? You are also a PUBLISHER…and that is a powerful thing. In this episode you’ll learn more about the responsibilities of podcasters today, what BIG PUBLISHERS, like Facebook may be doing wrong and what you can do to make sure your audience is getting good information that will serve them. Listen to the FULL EPISODE with Tom Johnson on THE L...

How this podcaster BOOKED UP Her Podcast Ads For The YEAR | Erica Mandy

Experienced news reporter Erica Mandy’s podcast THE NEWSWORTHY has millions of downloads and is keeping people informed on what’s going on in the world in a fast, fair and fun way. Her daily podcast has sold out of mid-roll ads for the year! In this episode, She opens up about how she did it, she shares the bumps in her podcasting journey and how she’s “pivoted” her strategy through COVID-19. Learn more at thenewsworthy.com Learn more about Christine at christine-odonnell.com     

14. How this podcaster BOOKED UP Her Podcast Ads For The YEAR | Erica Mandy

Experienced news reporter Erica Mandy’s podcast THE NEWSWORTHY has millions of downloads and is keeping people informed on what’s going on in the world in a fast, fair and fun way. Her daily podcast has sold out of mid-roll ads for the year! In this episode, She opens up about how she did it, she shares the bumps in her podcasting journey and how she’s “pivoted” her strategy through COVID-19. Learn more at thenewsworthy.com Learn more about Christine at christine-odonnell.com      Learn m...

Erica Mandy BOOKED UP Her Podcast Ads For The YEAR (How She Did It)

Experienced news reporter Erica Mandy’s podcast THE NEWSWORTHY has millions of downloads and is keeping people informed on what’s going on in the world in a fast, fair and fun way. Her daily podcast has sold out of mid-roll ads for the year! In this episode, She opens up about how she did it, she shares the bumps in her podcasting journey and how she’s “pivoted” her strategy through COVID-19. Learn more at thenewsworthy.com Learn more about Christine at christine-odonnell.com     

13. How To Get "UNSTUCK" with Virtual Events | Monetize Your Podcast

Emily Merrell is an event planner, business coach and founder of Six Degrees Society -  a women's networking organization that focuses on taking the guesswork out of networking for women professionals through virtual events.  In this week’s episode, we are going to talk about how you can use virtual events to grow & even monetize your podcast. Learn More About Six Degrees Society: https://sixdegreessociety.com/ Follow Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyamerrell/ Christine's...

How To Get "UNSTUCK" with Virtual Events | Monetize Your Podcast

Emily Merrell is an event planner, business coach and founder of Six Degrees Society -  a women's networking organization that focuses on taking the guesswork out of networking for women professionals through virtual events.  In this week’s episode, we are going to talk about how you can use virtual events to grow & even monetize your podcast. Learn More About Six Degrees Society: https://sixdegreessociety.com/ Follow Emily on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emilyamerrell/ Christi...

PR Expert: Strategies To Get PRESS For Your Podcast

Lexie Smith, PR Expert and Founder of The PR Bar - a coaching service which specializes in helping motivated entrepreneurs exponentially expand their impact, influence, and revenue through PR. FREE PR Tools:  https://www.helpareporter.com/ https://podcastguests.com/ https://pitchrate.com/wphome/ Lexie's Website: https://theprbarinc.com/ Christine's Website: https://christine-odonnell.com/ 

12. PR Expert: Strategies To Get PRESS For Your Podcast

Lexie Smith, PR Expert and Founder of The PR Bar - a coaching service which specializes in helping motivated entrepreneurs exponentially expand their impact, influence, and revenue through PR. FREE PR Tools:  https://www.helpareporter.com/ https://podcastguests.com/ https://pitchrate.com/wphome/ Lexie's Website: https://theprbarinc.com/ Christine's Website: https://christine-odonnell.com/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How Coronavirus is Affecting Podcasting? | James Cridland (PodNews)

Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, some research says people are listening to podcasts more, while some says people are listening less. In this episode, James Cridland, a radio consultant and creator of podnews.net (a daily podcast newsletter), and journalist Christine O'Donnell rehash the latest research on the podcasting industry, including how the Coronavirus is affecting the industry as a whole.  Helpful Links:  https://podnews.net/ christine-odonnell.com  How Coronavirus is chang...

11. How Coronavirus is Affecting Podcasting? | James Cridland (PodNews)

Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, some research says people are listening to podcasts more, while some says people are listening less. In this episode, James Cridland, a radio consultant and creator of podnews.net (a daily podcast newsletter), and journalist Christine O'Donnell rehash the latest research on the podcasting industry, including how the Coronavirus is affecting the industry as a whole.  Helpful Links:  https://podnews.net/ christine-odonnell.com  How Coronavirus is changing po...

How Coronavirus is Affecting Podcasting?

Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, some research says people are listening to podcasts more, while some says people are listening less. In this episode, James Cridland, a radio consultant and creator of podnews.net (a daily podcast newsletter), and journalist Christine O'Donnell rehash the latest research on the podcasting industry, including how the Coronavirus is affecting the industry as a whole.  Helpful Links:  https://podnews.net/ christine-odonnell.com  How Coronavirus is chang...

10. Overcoming Imposter Syndrome & "Guerrilla Marketing" For Your Podcast

LaunchPod Media co-founders John Dinkel and Dee Kei Waddell and I talk about the confidence struggles many deal with before stepping on front of a microphone. What to do if someone has the same podcast title as you and how to step up your descriptions so your podcasts rank higher in Apple Podcast.  LaunchPod Media’s podcasts have been featured by Apple Podcast 15 times and they have top shows in 13 countries. In this episode, they share how they successfully "game" their podcast analytics to...

10. What right do I have to podcast? (Overcoming Imposter System)

LaunchPod Media co-founders John Dinkel and Dee Kei Waddell and I talk about the confidence struggles many deal with before stepping on front of a microphone. What to do if someone has the same podcast title as you and how to step up your descriptions so your podcasts rank higher in Apple Podcast.  LaunchPod Media’s podcasts have been featured by Apple Podcast 15 times and they have top shows in 13 countries. In this episode, they share how they successfully "game" their podcast analytics ...

What right do I have to podcast? (Overcoming Imposter System)

LaunchPod Media co-founders John Dinkel and Dee Kei Waddell and I talk about the confidence struggles many deal with before stepping on front of a microphone. What to do if someone has the same podcast title as you and how to step up your descriptions so your podcasts rank higher in Apple Podcast.  LaunchPod Media’s podcasts have been featured by Apple Podcast 15 times and they have top shows in 13 countries. In this episode, they share how they successfully "game" their podcast analytics ...

9. How To GAME Your Podcast Analytics | John Dinkel, Dee Kei Waddell

LaunchPod Media co-founders John Dinkel, Dee Kei Waddell help businesses fulfill their marketing goals through podcasts. Their podcasts have been featured by Apple Podcast 15 times and they have top shows in 13 countries. In this episode, they share how they successfully "game" their podcast analytics go grow their productions, so you can too.   Places Podcasters Should Engage With Their Audience Online:  Facebook Groups Live Streams Live Stream (stories)  Instagram Reddit Disco...

How To GAME Your Podcast Analytics | John Dinkel, Dee Kei Waddell

LaunchPod Media co-founders John Dinkel, Dee Kei Waddell help businesses fulfill their marketing goals through podcasts. Their podcasts have been featured by Apple Podcast 15 times and they have top shows in 13 countries. In this episode, they share how they successfully "game" their podcast analytics go grow their productions, so you can too.   Places Podcasters Should Engage With Their Audience Online:  Facebook Groups Live Streams Live Stream (stories)  Instagram Reddit Disco...

9. How To GAME Your Podcast Analytics | John Dinkle, DeeKei Waddell

LaunchPod Media co-founders John Dinkle and DeeKei Waddle help businesses fulfill their marketing goals through podcasts. Their podcasts have been featured by Apple Podcast 15 times and they have top shows in 13 countries. In this episode, they share how they successfully "game" their podcast analytics go grow their productions, so you can too.   Places Podcasters Should Engage With Their Audience Online:  Facebook Groups Live Streams Live Stream (stories)  Instagram Reddit Disc...

How To Monetize Your Podcast With Ads | Lindsay Piper Shaw

Summary: Lindsay Piper Shaw, an advertising campaign strategist with a passion for optimizing and scaling podcast initiatives shares tips on how to monetize your podcast with advertising in this week's episode.  Lindsay is a Senior Marketing Consultant with Right Side Up - a podcast advertising company and has her own podcast: a murder mystery called “Murder We Wrote.”    Important Time Codes:  5:00 Think about brands you love - how to cold call? You need 5,000 downloads per episod...

8. How To Monetize Your Podcast With Ads | Lindsay Piper Shaw

Summary: Lindsay Piper Shaw, an advertising campaign strategist with a passion for optimizing and scaling podcast initiatives shares tips on how to monetize your podcast with advertising in this week's episode.  Lindsay is a Senior Marketing Consultant with Right Side Up - a podcast advertising company and has her own podcast: a murder mystery called “Murder We Wrote.”    Important Time Codes:  5:00 Think about brands you love - how to cold call? You need 5,000 downloads per episode in a...

How To: Manage Your Podcast WORKFLOW

7. How To: Manage Your Podcast WORKFLOW | Brandon Hull

Summary: Brandon Hull, Founder of a workflow tool for podcasters share’s his thoughts on how to plan ahead for the holidays. He shared what systems worked for him in the past and why he created HelloCast to take his podcast content calendar to the next level! Keep reading for a 20% discount on 1 year plan. Timecodes:  00:01:35:08 - Freelance to Founder Podcast by Brandon Hull 00:06:39:19 - Different tools for organization and workflow Brando used before creating HelloCast: Gmail, Google S...

How To: Manage Your Podcast WORKFLOW

Summary: Brandon Hull, Founder of a workflow tool for podcasters share’s his thoughts on how to plan ahead for the holidays. He shared what systems worked for him in the past and why he created HelloCast to take his podcast content calendar to the next level! Keep reading for a 20% discount on 1 year plan. Timecodes:  00:01:35:08 - Freelance to Founder Podcast by Brandon Hull 00:06:39:19 - Different tools for organization and workflow Brando used before creating HelloCast: Gmail, Googl...

How To: Manage Your Podcast WORKFLOW | Brandon Hull

Summary: Brandon Hull, Founder of a workflow tool for podcasters share’s his thoughts on how to plan ahead for the holidays. He shared what systems worked for him in the past and why he created HelloCast to take his podcast content calendar to the next level! Keep reading for a 20% discount on 1 year plan. Timecodes:  00:01:35:08 - Freelance to Founder Podcast by Brandon Hull 00:06:39:19 - Different tools for organization and workflow Brando used before creating HelloCast: Gmail, Googl...

6. NAME CHANGE: Welcome to Podcast Coaching

Hey friends, we've changed names. Welcome to the Podcast Coaching Podcast.  I know it's been a few months, but there's been some crazy stuff going on behind the scenes. (Which I'm happy to tell you all about in upcoming episodes).  For those who are new here, this podcast is a resource for podcasters looking to level up their podcast with TV broadcasting strategies, storytelling skills and, interviews with podcast industry insiders.  Thanks for being here. I'd love to know what you think a...

NAME CHANGE: Welcome to the Podcast Coaching podcast

Hey friends, we've changed names. Welcome to the Podcast Coaching Podcast.  I know it's been a few months, but there's been some crazy stuff going on behind the scenes. (Which I'm happy to tell you all about in upcoming episodes).  For those who are new here, this podcast is a resource for podcasters looking to level up their podcast with TV broadcasting strategies, storytelling skills and, interviews with podcast industry insiders.  Thanks for being here. I'd love to know what you thi...

NAME CHANGE: Welcome to Podcast Coaching

Hey friends, we've changed names. Welcome to the Podcast Coaching Podcast.  I know it's been a few months, but there's been some crazy stuff going on behind the scenes. (Which I'm happy to tell you all about in upcoming episodes).  For those who are new here, this podcast is a resource for podcasters looking to level up their podcast with TV broadcasting strategies, storytelling skills and, interviews with podcast industry insiders.  Thanks for being here. I'd love to know what you thi...