Whether you’ve just decided to start a podcast or have already launched one and now want to expand your audience and introduce income streams, tapping into the wisdom of seasoned podcasters can be a game-changer.
In this article, we’ve curated seven brilliant podcasts designed to help you navigate the intricacies of podcasting, from the initial idea of sharing your message to scaling your show into a thriving business. These podcasts offer a lot of knowledge, practical advice, and insider tips to empower you to start up or scale your own podcast confidently.
1. School of Podcasting
The School of Podcasting podcast, hosted by the expert podcaster Dave Jackson, is a fantastic resource for anyone looking to plan, launch and grow their own podcast. With practical advice, expert interviews, and actionable tips, this podcast equips you with the knowledge to choose the right setup, create valuable content, implement audience growth strategies, and monetise your podcast. If you’re passionate about getting your voice out there and want to ramp up your podcasting game, tune in to this and set the foundation for success.
2. Podnews Daily
As the name suggests, Podnews is a daily podcasting news service. Host James Cridland provides a quick and easily digestible rundown on what matters in the world of podcasting and on-demand audio, including what the industry’s movers and shakers are up to. Recent episodes include a report on the UK podcast producer, Goalhanger, celebrating a record number of downloads and a new client dashboard launch from podcast growth agency Bumper.
3. Podcraft
Podcraft, hosted by Colin Gray from The Podcast Host, is a must-listen show for anyone who means business about the art of podcasting. This series covers all the bases, starting with the groundwork – planning your podcast and finding your ‘why’. You’ll then learn how to record, publish and distribute your podcast before moving on to marketing and monetisation. There are also tons of Q&A and industry analysis episodes, not to mention chats packed with golden nuggets of podcasting advice and tactics. Examples include AI tools to nail video podcasting and social media strategies to help you build a podcast community.
4. The Audacity to Podcast
Daniel J. Lewis, the man behind The Audacity to Podcast, gives you the confidence and tools to launch and improve your show. Each episode provides inspiration, step-by-step guidance and resources to help you effectively share your message to change the world. An underlying theme is the P.R.O.F.I.T paradigm – creating a podcast that prioritises the benefits of popularity, relationships, opportunities, fun, income and tangibles.
5. The Podcast Accelerator
The Podcast Accelerator provides an extensive guide to mastering the business of podcasting. Hosted by Mark Asquith, co-founder of the podcasting platform Captivate and one of the pioneers of British podcasting, the show dives into all sorts of topics, from content creation and storytelling techniques to listener growth and engagement strategies. You’ll also discover how to turn your podcast into a sustainable and thriving business. Whether you’re a podcasting newbie or seeking to refine your craft, you’ll find this a valuable resource to add to your playlist.
6. Profit From Your Podcast
Profit From Your Podcast is a companion resource to the book More Podcast Money by Dave Jackson (the host of School of Podcasting and also this podcast). Each episode explores podcast monetisation methods – no get-rich-quick schemes here – just strategies that work over time. Recent episodes have focused on affiliate marketing made simple, how to start accepting Bitcoin via your podcast and how to develop an income stream as a professional podcast editor.
7. Podcast Talent Coach
Through Podcast Talent Coach, Host Erik K. Johnson provides a weekly dose of information and inspiration to help you develop an entertaining podcast that keeps your audience coming back for more. Rather than focusing on the technical aspects of podcasting, each episode teaches you how to build the ‘know, like and trust’ factor.
Ready to take your podcasting journey to the next level? From expert insights on content creation and audience growth to strategies for monetising your show, each podcast listed here brings something valuable to the table.
Before you go, explore some other of our podcasting resources. Read how to produce your first podcast in our Journal. You’ll also like our Zoom Dive recording with David Pérez about getting started with podcasts.