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Pod like a Pro

by Pod and Pen Productions

Want to learn how to podcast like the professionals?In the Pod like a Pro podcast, two former radio producers turned podcast producers, Liz Clarkson and Nathanael Little, talk about what it takes to create a podcast that you're proud of.The good news? Making a podcast is a skill that everyone can learn.Pod like a Pro is made by Pod and Pen Productions.

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Episodes

  1. 26. How to take a break from your podcast

    Making a podcast is a lot of work, so how do you take a break without it impacting in a negative way? In this episode we talk about the importance of scheduling breaks and what to do if something unexpected happens and you need to take a break sooner. In this episode you'll learn: How to...

  2. 25. How to get sponsorship for your podcast with Kate Toon

    Wouldn't it be great if someone could pay you for all your podcasting hard work? Of course it would! In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Liz Clarkson talks to entrepreneur and business coach Kate Toon about her success in podcasting and how to go about sponsorship. In this episode you'll learn…

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  3. 24. How to take the pain out of editing

    Editing is often seen as the most painful part of the podcast process. But it doesn’t have to be this way. In this episode we talk through some basic editing knowledge and share tips on how to create a seamless editing process. In this episode you’ll find out: The one thing you need to do to…

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  4. 23. How to approach guests with confidence

    If you're starting out on your podcasting journey or learning the craft, it can take a bit of courage to ask high profile people to come onto your show. Lauren Eyles is an Executive Coach and Mentor and she's just been through this experience. Lauren has launched The Female Executive's Survival...

  5. 22. Evergreen content and how to make it work for you in podcasting

    Do you make podcast episodes that stand up to the test of time? If so, you may want to think about how you can use and reuse this content. If not, maybe it’s time to get started. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Nat and Liz talk about how evergreen content can work in podcasting. They discuss:...

  6. 21. Where podcasting is heading in 2025.

    There’s no doubt that the podcasting ecosystem is evolving, but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. In this episode Liz talks to podcasting mentor and consultant, Lyndal Harris about how things have changed since she started helping people with their podcasts in 2015. In this episode you’ll find...

  7. 20. How to start 2025 right with your podcast

    Want to start 2025 in a good position to maximise your podcast? January is the perfect time of year to reflect on your podcasting journey so far, and then to set meaningful goals for the year ahead. In this episode, Liz and Nat discuss: How to conduct a podcast audit to evaluate what’s working…

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  8. 19. How to create shareable experiences with your podcast

    Although podcasting is an intimate medium perfect for people listening on their own, there is a growing appetite for shared listening experiences. PodPoll 2024, from Deadset Studios, found that 57% of Australian listeners are looking for content for co-listening. In this episode of "Pod Like a...

  9. 18. Why authenticity makes a podcast award winning

    Do you want to know the secrets behind an award winning podcast? You're in luck because Carter is the host of Touched Out, which took out the parenting category at the 2024 Australian Podcast Awards. He spoke to Nat Little, from Pod and Pen Productions, about how he started the show and why...

  10. 17. How podcast trailers create buzz

    You've put in all the effort to make a podcast, so you want to create some buzz before you launch to attract listeners! A proven way to do this is to make a podcast trailer. In this episode of the Pod like a Pro Podcast Liz and Nat, from Pod and Pen Productions, reveal how creating a podcast...

  11. 16. How to use your podcast as a platform for social change

    Have you got a message you want to share with the world? With podcasting, you no longer have to wait for traditional media to pick up a story. The power is in your hands. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Liz Clarkson talks to host of the Law Matters Podcast, Catherine Henry of Catherine Henry...

  12. 15. How to make your podcast sound fresh at the end of the year

    Should your podcast take a hard earned break at the end of the year? No!!! Why? Because you could be missing out on great opportunities to reach content hungry listeners who have more down time over the holiday break. In this episode Liz and Nat from Pod and Pen Productions take you through: *…

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  13. 14. What PodPoll24 can tell us about podcasting in Australia.

    If you’re a podcaster you might have spent time wondering where podcasting is up to in Australia going into 2025. Wonder no more. Podpoll24 is an annual survey of the Australian podcast market. A collaboration between Deadset Studios and Insightfully, it looks at who's listen and how they listen…

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  14. 13. How to continually improve your podcast

    The Podcasting space is changing all the time, so how do you respond to the changes and still sound at the top of your game? In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Nat and Liz from Pod and Pen Productions share a personal challenge and how it led to them producing a better product. They share three…

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  15. 12. What does it take to make an award nominated podcast?

    Can you make a podcast an award nominated podcast? The answer is yes, but unless you’re an audio and storytelling specialist, you might need some help. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Pod and Pen Production’s Liz Clarkson talks to Sarah Spence, CEO and Founder of digital marketing agency, the...

  16. 11. How long should your podcast episodes be?

    Why is a podcast like a piece of string? Because when it comes to length there are many variables to consider. In this episode Liz and Nat from Pod and Pen Productions answer their very first listener question from Kate from Umina, NSW, Australia. As Liz says, podcast episodes should be as long…

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  17. 10. How podcasting has changed and what you can learn from it.

    Ever wondered what it was like to be a podcaster back in the day? Wonder no more. In this episode of Pod like a Pro, Liz Clarkson talks to veteran podcaster, Tim King who started podcasting in the birth year of the podcast, back in 2004. In this episode Liz talks to Tim about: Why niching in...

  18. 9. How to LISTEN!...like a pro when making your podcast

    Podcast hosting is all about?...LISTENING! You might think that talking clearly (like a smooth operator) is all you need to focus on. And it’s true that you need to speak confidently, authentically and with genuine curiosity. But to be able to do all that, you need to listen with full awareness....

  19. 8. How to overcome imposter syndrome fear to start a podcast

    Want to a start a podcast but don't feel that you're ready to be seen or heard? Worried that you don't have enough expertise in your field? These are totally normal feelings that many people experience, including Crystal Wong from the Melbourne Schools Podcast. Although Crystal had built a highly...

  20. 7. What microphone and tech setup do you need to podcast?

    So many mics. So little time to choose one! Audio technology paralysis is one of the major barriers to starting a podcast for many people. In this episode Nat and Liz, from Pod and Pen Productions, help you past tech overwhelm by talking about what you actually need to record professional…

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  21. 6. Launching your podcast alongside your business

    Launching a business is hard work. So is launching a podcast. But what if you decided that the best way to market your new venture was to launch both at the same time? That’s what the fabulous Leanne Faulkner has done. In this episode of the Pod Like a Pro podcast, Liz from Pod and Pen…

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  22. 5. How to come up with unique podcast topics a listener wants to hear

    Expect the unexpected! It’s a phrase that is key to attract and keep an engaged audience to your podcast. Listeners want fresh insights and perspectives especially on topics and people they are familiar with. Coming with unique unexpected topics is the way to achieve this. In this episode Nat and...

  23. 4. How to find your own style and voice in podcasting

    There is no one better at being you than you! It sounds like a throw away statement but it’s true when it comes to podcasting. Mardi Lee is the voice behind the sustainability podcast, Renewy Living In this episode Mardi talks to Nat Little about how she got over the overwhelm and how she is...

  24. 3. How to create a podcast strategy.

    All great journeys start with a map, and when you’re talking about podcasts, your map is your strategy. In this episode, Nat and Liz from Pod and Pen Productions talk you through the three most important aspects of your podcast strategy and how to come up with some quality answers. As Nat says…

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  25. 2. How do podcasts and PR work together?

    How do podcasts and PR work together? Show Description: Podcasting can be a powerhouse for creating content and getting your name out there. So what does a PR expert think about the power of podcasts? Today Pod and Pen Production’s Liz Clarkson talks to Erin Huckle from Chuckle Communications.…

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  26. 1. Should I make a podcast?

    Wondering whether you should make a podcast? In this first episode of the Pod Like a Pro podcast, Nathanael and Liz from Pod and Pen Productions talk you through the reasons you should make a podcast, and the reasons why you shouldn’t. Basically… You should make a podcast if you want to create...

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Want to learn how to podcast like the professionals?In the Pod like a Pro podcast, two former radio producers turned podcast producers, Liz Clarkson and Nathanael Little, talk about what it takes to create a podcast that you're proud of.The good news? Making a podcast is a skill that everyone can learn.Pod like a Pro is made by Pod and Pen Productions.

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Want to learn how to podcast like the professionals?In the Pod like a Pro podcast, two former radio producers turned podcast producers, Liz Clarkson and Nathanael Little, talk about what it takes to create a podcast that you're proud of.The good news? Making a podcast is a skill that everyone can...

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