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Podcasters Reality Check

by Retro Radioland

Podcasters Reality Check is a series dedicated to truly understanding that the podcast industry in not going to provide you with untold wealth. Maybe in a small number of cases it will. But the vast majority of podcasters should be in this sport for the love of it. I hopefully will be able to provide you with tips and suggestions to get the most out of your podcast. Enjoy what you do because you enjoy doing it!

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Episodes

  1. Podcasters Reality Check #11 - Patreon - Don't sell your soul

    Is Patreon for you? There is a tremendous responsibility to your Patron's if you start a program.

  2. Podcasters Reality Check #10 - Main Street Mom and Pop

    Should you be intimidated by larger high dollar podcasts in your same category?

  3. Podcasters Reality Check #9 - Can the music!

    A listener inspired tip about intro music.

  4. Podcasters Reality Check #8 - Does your show have a shelf life?

    Will your program be as relevant today as it will be next month or next year. We will take a look.

  5. Podcasters Reality Check #7 - When less could actually be more!

    Sometimes it's not the quantity of the audience, but its quality.

  6. Podcasters Reality Check #6 - Don't live in a podcast silo.

    We tend to put ourself in a podcast silo sometimes ignoring the podcast world around us.

  7. Podcasters Reality Check #5 - Podcast Purgatory

    Today I answer an e-mail from a potential podcaster.

  8. Podcasters Reality Check #3 - Can the inside jokes!

    You might think inside jokes are funny, but for the most part, your audience doesn't!

  9. Podcasters Reality Check #2 - How long are you capable of holding an audiences attention?

    How long is your podcast? How long can you hold an audience's attention?

  10. Podcasters Reality Check #1 - If you want to monetize, don't sell yourself out!

    If you want to monetize your podcast don't enter the idea thinking you are going to get rich! Be realistic and don't settle for a sponsor just because they are there.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Podcasters Reality Check is a series dedicated to truly understanding that the podcast industry in not going to provide you with untold wealth. Maybe in a small number of cases it will. But the vast majority of podcasters should be in this sport for the love of it. I hopefully will be able to provide you with tips and suggestions to get the most out of your podcast. Enjoy what you do because you enjoy doing it!

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Retro Radioland

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How many episodes does Podcasters Reality Check have?

Podcasters Reality Check currently has 11 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.

What is Podcasters Reality Check about?

Podcasters Reality Check is a series dedicated to truly understanding that the podcast industry in not going to provide you with untold wealth. Maybe in a small number of cases it will. But the vast majority of podcasters should be in this sport for the love of it. I hopefully will be able to...

How often does Podcasters Reality Check release new episodes?

Podcasters Reality Check has 11 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.

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Who hosts Podcasters Reality Check?

Podcasters Reality Check is created and hosted by Retro Radioland.
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