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The Podcast Advice Show

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The Podcast Advice Show is your weekly guide to podcasting success in the digital age. Finalist for Best Branded Content and Best Use of Video at the Independent Podcast Awards 2025, this award-nominated series dives deep into the technology, tools, and strategies shaping today’s podcasting world. Whether you’re a beginner setting up your first mic or a pro looking to scale, hosts Damien St John and Ant McGinley bring you actionable tips from industry leaders who’ve cracked the code. Learn how to master audio quality, choose the right recording tech, optimise your show for discoverability, and grow a loyal listener community. Expect clear, battle-tested insights on everything from editing hacks to audience growth strategies designed to keep your podcast ahead in a fast-moving media landscape. Stay connected at <a href="

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Episodes

  1. Podcasting myths BUSTED: 7-12

    How many downloads actually counts as good? Do big guests grow your audience? And can a viral clip turn into loyal listeners? In part two, Ant and Damien tackle more common indie podcasting myths around growth, monetisation, discovery and success. Give £5, £10 or £20 now and help CALM in their...

  2. Podcasting myths BUSTED: 1-6

    Do podcast ratings really help you chart? Do you need video? And is there such a thing as the perfect episode length? Join Ant and Damien as they bust six of the biggest myths in indie podcasting and separate useful advice from outdated rules. Give £5, £10 or £20 now and help CALM in their fight...

  3. Does your business need a B2B podcast?

    Why should a business make a podcast and how do you know if it’s worth the time and money? Ant and Damien look at what a B2B podcast can actually do for a company, how many listeners really matter, what makes a good host, and how to judge whether a show deserves another season. They’re joined by...

  4. Is podcasting good for your mental health?

    If you’re an indie podcaster, when does something you love making start to feel like another job? In this mental health special in aid of CALM, Damien St John and Ant McGinley talk about the pressure to stay consistent, obsessing over podcast analytics, feeding the social media machine and…

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  5. Making a podcast? Start here

    Busy podcasting alongside work, family and everything else? The Podcast Advice Show is back with practical advice, honest experience and useful conversations for independent podcasters. Damien St John and Ant McGinley talk to podcasters like you about advice growth, audience, analytics…

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  6. AI-powered keywords

    Tired of your podcast vanishing into the social media void? Discover how AI can revolutionise your keyword research and boost discoverability without the hefty price tag. Learn platform-specific strategies for TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube Shorts that actually work for indie podcasters. From...

  7. 7 audio drama lessons from Sherlock & Co. creators

    In this special episode recorded at the Podcast Show in London, Adam Jarrell and Joel Emery from Holy Smokes Audio discuss their journey from The Offensive to creating Sherlock & Co, the hit modern adaptation of Arthur Conan Doyle's stories. They share insights on found-footage audio drama...

  8. The impact of AI in podcasting

    In this special episode recorded at the Podcast Show in London, Damien St John and Ant McGinley explore AI's impact on podcasting for UK creatives with Cliff Fluet of Lewis Silkin/Eleven Advisory. Topics include voice cloning, automated editing and legal concerns like copyright and deepfakes. Hit...

  9. Podcast artwork hacks

    Award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley expose the make-or-break element most creators overlook: your podcast artwork. That tiny square is digital real estate making thousands of first impressions daily. While you obsess over content, potential listeners judge your show in...

  10. How to crush your next podcast interview

    Award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley reveal how to avoid a cringe-worthy car crash and make your next interview an all-time classic. Together with actor Craig Parkinson (Line of Duty, Two Shot podcast) and journalists Eva Krysiak (Everyone Else podcast) and Jon Weeks (Which?,...

  11. How Headliner is changing listening times

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, this episode dives into the world of content promotion with Oliver Wellington, Co-Founder of Headliner. Learn how a new solution looks set to revolutionise how audiences discover and consume podcasts through snackable content…

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  12. The ethics of true crime podcasts

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, this episode explores the ethical challenges facing true crime podcasters. Together with Adam Lloyd from the UK True Crime podcast, we examine when coverage becomes exploitation, whether creators should contact victims' families,...

  13. The art of the podcast intro

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, the Podcast Advice Show is your go-to place for the latest tips and takeaways. In this episode of we break down the essential elements of a perfect podcast introduction with Katie Paterson from The Podcast Host. Learn why your...

  14. Should I quit my podcast?

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, the Podcast Advice Show is your go-to place for the latest tips and takeaways. Before you quit, discover the 5 essential questions that could transform your podcasting journey. Vic Turnbull, Founder of Mic Media, explores how to...

  15. Podcast awards: Are they worth it?

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, the Podcast Advice Show is your go-to place for the latest tips and takeaways. Thinking about going for a podcast award? Brilliant! But have you considered what you really want to get out of it? Your answer will not only affect...

  16. A podcaster's guide to data security

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, the Podcast Advice Show is your go-to place for the latest tips and takeaways. In this episode, we dive into what happens to your listeners' podcast data when they press play. For UK iPhone users, Apple's recent removal of…

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  17. How many listeners does the average podcast get?

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, the Podcast Advice Show is your go-to place for the latest tips and takeaways. This episode of The Podcast Advice Show tackles the reality of podcast metrics, explaining that the median podcast gets fewer than 150 downloads per...

  18. Monetisation secrets: When brands actually want your show

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, the Podcast Advice Show is your go-to place for the latest tips and takeaways. This episode, featuring Sam Sethi of TrueFans, cracks the code of podcast monetization. We debunk myths about quick riches and explore the evolving...

  19. Niche or die: Finding your unique podcast voice

    In "Niche or Die," award-winning podcaster and presenter coach Kate Cocker reveals why niching down is essential in today's crowded podcasting world. With millions of podcasts, finding your unique voice is key. Discover how to pinpoint your expertise, audience needs, and market opportunities to...

  20. Zero podcast listeners? Here's why

    Hosted by Damien St John and Ant McGinley. Tired of pouring your heart into episodes only to see minimal download numbers? You're not alone. In this episode, we reveal the real reasons why most podcasts struggle to scale - and how to make changes. Featuring insider strategies from Jim Salveson,...

  21. Trailer: The Podcast Advice Show

    Hosted by award-winning podcasters Damien St John and Ant McGinley, the Podcast Advice Show is your go-to place for the latest tips and takeaways. Whether you're a seasoned pro hitting a plateau or just starting your journey, the Podcast Advice Show talks to industry leaders who've cracked the…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

The Podcast Advice Show is your weekly guide to podcasting success in the digital age. Finalist for Best Branded Content and Best Use of Video at the Independent Podcast Awards 2025, this award-nominated series dives deep into the technology, tools, and strategies shaping today’s podcasting world. Whether you’re a beginner setting up your first mic or a pro looking to scale, hosts Damien St John and Ant McGinley bring you actionable tips from industry leaders who’ve cracked the code. Learn how to master audio quality, choose the right recording tech, optimise your show for discoverability, and grow a loyal listener community. Expect clear, battle-tested insights on everything from editing hacks to audience growth strategies designed to keep your podcast ahead in a fast-moving media landscape.

Stay connected at <a href="

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The Podcast Advice Show is your weekly guide to podcasting success in the digital age. Finalist for Best Branded Content and Best Use of Video at the Independent Podcast Awards 2025, this award-nominated series dives deep into the technology, tools, and strategies shaping today’s podcasting world....

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The Podcast Advice Show is created and hosted by Podomedy Network.
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