How to Start and Grow a Podcast
Learn everything you need to start, track, grow and monetize a podcast.
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Why Start a Podcast
Why do people start podcasts? Though the internet is overflowing with content, the human voice has a special power to connect. This could be one reason why podcast listenership continues to grow. More than half of the United States population alone tunes into podcasts monthly. Podcasting offers something truly special: the ability to speak directly…
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Use Podcast Analytics to Grow Followers & Make Money
Tracking your podcast analytics is a great way to see how your show is performing. Learn how your show’s analytics can help you grow your follower base and make money!
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Free vs Paid Podcast Hosting – Why Would Anyone Ever Pay?
You want to start a podcast. You don’t have a budget yet. So you search for “free podcast hosting” and find dozens of options. The problem? Most “free” plans come with catches. Big ones. Some delete your episodes after 90 days. Others give you just enough storage for a handful of shows. A few cap…
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Podcast Statistics: The Current State of Podcasting
Podcasts have turned from a niche curiosity into a global habit. An estimated 584 million people tune in to podcasts each month, with U.S. listenership exceeding 158 million – that’s over half of Americans aged 12+. Podcasting has become an audio entertainment juggernaut, valued at nearly $40 billion worldwide. Whether you’re launching your first episode…
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How to Start a Podcast: A Beginner’s Guide
Starting a podcast is easier than you might think. You don’t need expensive gear or a big budget. All you need is a topic you care about, a microphone (or even a cell phone), and a plan. Never recorded a podcast before? No worries! I’m here to walk you through each step, from choosing your…
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How to Start a Podcast on YouTube
Some people simply prefer video. Learn how to use YouTube to extend the reach of your message, expand your audience, and improve your podcast’s SEO.
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Thinking of Starting a Podcast? Here Are 7 Things You Need to Know
You’ve got topics, themes, and ideas. Now let’s get down to the details of what you need to know before you start your podcast.
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How to Get Your Podcast Found on ChatGPT
People aren’t “googling” podcasts the way they used to. They’re asking ChatGPT, Claude, and Perplexity for recommendations instead. Think, “What’s the best podcast for small business owners learning AI?” or “Can you recommend a health podcast for women dealing with perimenopause?” These conversational searches are happening millions of times per week. And if your podcast…
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How to Start a Podcast on Spotify: A Beginner’s Guide (2026)
Starting a podcast? Congrats! Getting your new show on Spotify makes it easy for people who already listen there to find and follow your podcast. You can create an account and upload your episodes directly through Spotify for Creators. The downside to this approach is that Spotify only publishes your show to Spotify. You’ll need…
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Switch to RSS.com now and enjoy 6 months free
Moving your podcast to RSS.com is fast and easy. Your show will be available during the transfer so your followers won’t miss a thing.
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