All about how you can put processes into place to more easily create titles and descriptions that check all the boxes and draw your listeners in! (1:05) - Put a system in place for WHEN and HOW you create your description. Eliminate the question of, "when do I write my description?" to streamline your production (7:41) - Create one "Titles & Descriptions" document in google (or wherever you please) to rule them all. Stick with it and make your life easier. (11:53) - A word on titles. (14:40) - How to format a description that shows up consistently across listening platforms. (18:44) - Crafting an effective description that gives enough of an outlook, but doesn't overdo it. Draw people in. (22:44) - Tags and release dates. (25:12) - Adding timestamps to your description for easy access to specific content. (26:10) - Batch create your titles and descriptions. --------- CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! Follow Tantillo Productions on Instagram, Facebook, & Podchaser! Feel free to visit us on our website. Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

Today we talk about building a release schedule and planning for life's inevitable emergencies.  (0:24) Consistency is key. Showing up is paramount. (2:12) Consider your life circumstance and understand what you can realistically take on. Understand what you can commit to and what you cannot. Start slow! (6:03) Is your content time-sensitive? How can this change your production and release plan? (7:46) Batch recording and how it can be helpful to you and your sanity.  (10:54) Creating "episode buckets", AKA emergency plans for when you cannot show up.  (14:38) The advantages to starting out by releasing every other week.  (17:46) Scheduling your episodes to release automatically.  (21:44) The best days to release your podcast and why. --------- CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

Annie Virga, podcast manager of The Biz Sherpa and Project Coordinator at Tantillo Productions joins the show to talk through some of the pain points and learning lessons from being a part of launching The Biz Sherpa podcast! (1:20) - Annie's background in podcasting and role on The Biz Sherpa podcast. (3:13) - Talking about the large team that was involved in launching The Biz Sherpa podcast. (7:48) - File organization in podcasting and why it matters. (12:49) - Why it's important to have your editing team complete episodes well in advance of release dates.  (15:17) - Why transcribing your episodes is so effective! (17:28) - How you can use supplemental [downloadable] content alongside your podcast episodes to provide value for listeners. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

Today we dive into auditory branding, the different types of intros and outros to create, sound FX, and the creation of ad spots. (1:42) - Auditory branding. (4:17) - Overview of the types of intros. (5:00) - Intro type #1. [royalty free music, cheapest/easiest] (9:32) - Intro type #2. [music + voiceover, most popular] (16:32) - Intro type #3. [music + voiceover + sound FX] (19:13) - Options for getting your intro designed and created. [DIY/Freelancers/Hiring] (25:22) - How to create and inject audio ads into your podcast. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

It's easy to lose your listeners with a poorly built show plan. Listen in to hear how you can avoid some common mistakes when starting your podcast! (0:40) Overview of show structure and the role it plays. (2:14) Don't overwhelm your listener, break up your content.  (4:41) Going through different genres/types of shows that require different show structures, and why.  (9:59) How and when to record your episode introduction. (11:30) The power of the segment! (15:18) Using bullet points to help you conversate, and not read. (17:25) Don't over-worry about crutch words. ("Like", "uhm") (21:48) How to layout a show structure. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

Kevrie Howard is an audio engineer, musician, and YouTube producer based out of Phoenix, AZ. He is the talent behind the music of The Vicarious King and contributes to his YouTube show Crunchtime Presents, which features musicians, poets, and artists around the AZ valley in a live audio/video format.  (1:17) - Kevrie and Nick's background.  (4:12) - The importance of learning audio fundamentals and not relying on gear all of the time.  (7:25) - Kevrie talks about starting his YouTube show, Crunchtime Presents. (8:46) - Considering the wants and needs of others when offering them to be featured on your show.  (11:55) - The importance of catering to the specific guidelines of each podcasting client, especially corporate and touchy subject-oriented clients.  (17:47) - Kevrie talks about the Crunchtime Presents media team. (25:01) - Kevrie's plans to continue promoting local Arizona artists.  (26:46) - We discuss Danielle Durack, mutual connection, and a local artist that is absolutely crushing it.  (30:12) - Crunchtime Presents' expansion into hosting poets. (38:01) - Kevrie discusses the release plan and strategy behind the YouTube show releases.  (42:39) - Where to find all things Kevrie Howard and Crunchtime Presents. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

We continue on with our conversation from last week with Kevin Black! A leadership expert, Forbes council member, speaker, author, & podcast host. Kevin started his podcast, Black Market Leadership, here at Tantillo Productions this year and learned a lot about what it takes to start a podcast from scratch. We take a deep dive into the world of podcasting for business in today's episode... (0:40) - The importance of taking care of your image and associations. (5:22) - Things to consider when reaching out to guests to come on your podcast. (9:37) - Tips to break through the heavy time investment that podcast production takes away from your life/biz/family.  (12:28) - Tips on writing a business book. (15:13) - Just START. Don't get bogged down in re-recording & perfection.  (19:07) - Tips on how Kevin lets go of imposter syndrome and preps for a podcast.  CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

Kevin Black is a leadership expert, Forbes council member, speaker, author, & podcast host. Kevin started his podcast, Black Market Leadership, here at Tantillo Productions this year and learned a lot about what it takes to start a podcast from scratch. We take a deep dive into the world of podcasting for business in today's episode... (1:40) - Kevin's background and Black Market Leadership overview. (4:44) - Kevin discusses the initial struggles with starting his podcast. (6:17) - Defining the "why" for starting your podcast. Is it for business or a hobby? (9:06) - Benefits podcasting can have on your business and personal life. (12:11) - How you can hurt yourself with a bad release plan. (16:18) - How to structure your podcast so that you don't lose your audience and/or waste their time. (22:45) - Being authentic on the microphone.  CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

[PART 2!] Danny Hoefelmann, Owner of The Good In Media, stops by the studio to catch up about the podcast industry. Much like myself, Danny's company produces podcasts and videos for folks around the valley focused in the personal development industry.  (0:31) - Comparing where blogging began and has gone, to where podcasting is and is going.  (4:29) - Allowing listeners to grow with you and your podcast.  (8:24) - Networking in podcasting.  (10:36) - How to add value to people as a podcast producer. (13:30) - How podcasting is a good business tool.   (14:50) - Ways to monetize a podcast without traditional ads. (20:14) - Things that Danny will turn a show off for.  (22:51) - Mental health conversation.  CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!

Danny Hoefelmann, Owner of The Good In Media, stops by the studio to catch up about the podcast industry. Much like myself, Danny's company produces podcasts and videos for folks around the valley focused in the personal development industry. It's always great to have two like-minded and collaborative people in one spot, I do hope that you enjoy the episode! (1:15) - The Good In Media backstory. (5:42) - How we help our clients get over imposter syndrome. (7:16) - Consistency and building a respectful relationship with your audience.  (14:22) - Thoughts on what we see the podcast industry evolving into. (16:21) - Discussing Pat McCafee's success and rise to podcast fame. (20:10) - We touch on podcast saturation and the barrier of entry myth. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE FREE INFOGRAPHIC! LINKS & RESOURCES Instagram @TantilloProductions Facebook @TantilloProductions or CLICK ME! Podchaser (Click me!) Booking & Inquiries: https://tantilloproductions.com/ ----------- Podcasters on podcasting is a show that dissects the aspects of podcasting that trouble your everyday podcaster. We dive into stories of current successful podcasters, big and small alike, to give you actionable tips on starting and sustaining your podcast today!