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EPISODE · Jun 17, 2026 · 15 MIN

The 0.5 Second Decision That Makes Listeners Hit Play (or Not)

from Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategy for Business Growth · host Courtney Elmer | PodLaunchHQ.com

Whatever problem your podcast solves, it’s competing against every other show that promises to help listeners solve it. I’m breaking down the 4 signs listeners are overlooking your podcast and the split-second decision that determines whether a new listener clicks play or picks another show to listen to. I’ll also share the five Podcast Content Gatekeepers® listeners judge before they ever hear your voice, why great content still gets ignored, and what to change so listeners stop scrolling past your show. Hit play and let’s dive in.…2:04 – The 4 Signs Listeners Are Overlooking Your Podcast Right Now6:20 – Why Publishing Every Week Still Isn’t Growing Your Podcast7:12 – The 0.5 Second Decision That Gets Listeners to Choose Your Show9:03 – The 5 Podcast Content Gatekeepers Every New Listener Judges First11:46 – The Competitor Analysis Exercise That Reveals Your Podcast’s Differentiator…Episode Links:Get your editing off your plate so you can focus on growing your podcast: Book a call with Resonate Recordings …Other Episodes You’ll Love: What Makes a Podcast Feel Addictive…Got Podcasting Questions? Send them to me here.Love this show? Leave a review to say thanks in true podcasting style, or share it with your podcasting friends.Podcast Health Score™ See exactly where your show is losing listeners.Podcast SEO Mastery Optimize your show so it can get found 24/7.Apply for a spot on the show to get live podcasting help from me.Want more podcasting advice? See what I’m testing on SubstackGet reviews for your show with PodLottery...Special thanks to Resonate Recordings, our implementation partner for PodLaunch® Accelerator. If your podcasting efforts aren't bringing you the listeners or sales you expected, book a strategy call for help to fix it.Follow for more podcasting insights:  LinkedIn | PodLaunchHQ.com©Ⓟ 2018–2026 by Courtney Elmer. All Rights Reserved.

Whatever problem your podcast solves, it’s competing against every other show that promises to help listeners solve it. I’m breaking down the 4 signs listeners are overlooking your podcast and the split-second decision that determines whether a new listener clicks play or picks another show to listen to. I’ll also share the five Podcast Content Gatekeepers® listeners judge before they ever hear your voice, why great content still gets ignored, and what to change so listeners stop scroll...

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