TASCAM Talkback

Podcasting Stats: What to Pay Attention to and What to Ignore

An in-depth conversation with Rob Walch, VP of Podcaster Relations for Libsyn, on every podcaster's favorite topic -- stats.  This episode covers everything from where and how to get your stats to downloads versus streams or plays as well as subscriber counts.  Plus, there is information on what is a good number to have (of downloads).  AND data is given on the top eight platforms that podcasts were listened through in December 2018 and January 2019. Plus, hear about how you can (and how you shouldn't) obtain demographics about your listeners. This episode is a must-listen if you have any interest in talking to potential sponsors about advertising on your show.

Why You Need a Website

Guest Kristina Holifield not only is a Web designer but she has done more than 400 podcast episodes. Here she discusses a handful of reasons why podcasters should have a website and not simply rest on their show being available (just) on various podcast platforms. There is also a tip given for those who do have a website but haven't changed its look in a while - if at all.

More Free Ways to Find Podcast Guests

Prepare to take notes as our show host gives you no fewer than ten different ways that you can use to find guests to interview for your podcast, all of which come at no cost to you to employ. It should be noted that these are all in addition to the five methods presented on the previous episode of "TASCAM Talkback," giving you at least 15 different ways to find more people to have on your show. Listen to the request for feedback at the end regarding whether or not to do a spinoff of this topic.

5 Ways to Find Podcast Guests for Free

As a little bit of a follow up to the portion of the previous episode of “TASCAM Talkback” that dealt with interview shows, Aidan Vuocolo from the “Stories Behind the Grind” podcast checks in from Australia with steps that you can take to get guests without having to pay to accomplish such. Listen in as he describes the theory behind and application of each.

Solo vs CoHosts AndOr Interviews

Being the only person on-air on your podcast versus having co-hosts, and, whether to do interviews or not.  These are all crucial considerations for the format of your podcast, but, what are the pros and cons of each approach?  This episode explores the pluses and minuses for why you might – or might not – consider one or the other.  There’s even advice for someone considering changing their format.  Plus, we make a big announcement about something new that we’ve launched for podcasters!