Creating a podcast that people remember is one thing. Creating a podcast they want to revisit again and again is something entirely different. This week, episode 293 of Podcasting Unlocked is about designing a podcast experience that listeners return to long after the first play! Quai Nystrom is a psychotherapist, herbalist, and host of In Your Hands: Herbal Self-Care for Emotional Bodies, an experiential podcast that blends storytelling, music, psychotherapy, and herbal wisdom to help listen...
Jul 2
28 min
It can feel so frustrating and disheartening when you invite an incredible guest on your show and they don’t show up. Instead of throwing in the towel on having guests on your podcast, let’s talk about strategic ways to approach this situation before, during, and after the scheduled interview. This week, episode 40 of Successful Podcasting Unlocked answers the question: What do I do if my podcast guest is a no-show? In this episode, I share: Set clear communication and automated reminders w...
Jun 30
11 min
You’ve spent countless hours creating podcast content, but what happens after an episode is published? For many podcasters, hundreds of valuable episodes sit untouched in their archives, generating little traffic, few leads, and even fewer conversions. The truth is, your back catalog may be one of the most underutilized marketing assets in your business. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Alesia Galati shares practical strategies for breathing new life into your existing podcast content....
Jun 25
13 min
Are you holding your business back because you are terrified of the word "no"? Most business owners actively avoid pitching themselves for guest spots, speaking gigs, or collaboration opportunities because they view a rejection as a deep personal failure. This fear creates a massive visibility bottleneck, leaving your brand stagnant while your competitors take center stage. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Alesia discusses her current quest for 100 rejections and explains how having a ...
Jun 23
15 min
Consistency is one of the biggest challenges podcasters face. Between busy schedules, creative burnout, and the pressure to always have fresh content, showing up week after week takes intention, discipline, and a sustainable workflow. This week, episode 290 of Podcasting Unlocked is about building a consistent podcasting practice without burning out! Wendy P is a podcaster, content creator, musician, and co-host of Flick and Beans, a movie review podcast where she and her longtime friend and ...
Jun 18
28 min
Podcast Interview Mistakes: How to Avoid Awkward Silences & Keep Your Guests (and Listeners) Engaged
With over 2,000 episodes under our belt as an agency, we have seen the good, the bad, and the awkward when it comes to interviews. Regardless if the guest showed up unprepared or you as the host made some mistakes, an awkward interview can be difficult to navigate and promote. Let’s avoid this by diving into the common interview mistakes we have seen before, during, and post-interview, and how you can avoid them. This week, episode 39 of Successful Podcasting Unlocked answers the question: Ho...
Jun 16
11 min
Podcasting can be one of the most powerful ways to grow your business, but if every episode leaves you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and scrambling to keep up, something needs to change. Sustainable podcasting isn't about working harder—it's about building systems that support you behind the scenes. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, we're opening the vault and revisiting some of the most impactful conversations we've had about creating a podcast workflow that actually works. This spec...
Jun 11
25 min
Many independent creators face a frustrating feedback vacuum: you publish high-quality audio week after week but have no data on who is listening or how to reach them directly. If you are struggling to build a predictable, independent revenue stream or want to stop relying purely on traditional RSS feeds, it might be time to rethink your distribution setup. In this episode of Podcasting Unlocked, Alesia shares some insights inspired by a recent strategy session with a group of C-suite level w...
Jun 9
12 min
AI is rapidly changing the way creators market, monetize, and build their brands online. From podcasting and digital marketing to newsletters and entrepreneurship, creators are being challenged to adapt while still maintaining authenticity and human connection. This week, episode 287 of Podcasting Unlocked is about building a podcast ecosystem in the age of AI! Lisa Brown is the CEO of Side Hustle Saturday and the founder of Studio Nine Fifty One, a digital marketing agency focused on helping...
Jun 4
33 min
If you started your podcast and were surprised at the amount of time and effort that goes into it, you’re not alone. Luckily, there are practical ways you can simplify your podcast workflow and save time in the process. This week, episode 38 of Successful Podcasting Unlocked answers the question: How can I simplify my podcast workflow? In this episode, I share: Identify the bottlenecks in your workflow and consider outsourcing the time consuming tasks, such as editing and social media promo...
Jun 2
7 min
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