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During or after a tragedy, podcasting may be the last thing on your mind. Or maybe it's actually something you want or need to get back into, but you're not sure if it's appropriate. Whatever the "tragedy" is to you, there is no single right answer to this. But I would like to share several points for you to consider so that you can make the decision that's right for you. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/tragedy 1. A Difficult truth: tragedies don't impact everyone equally 2. People need positivity 3. People need community Sadness in Pixar's Inside Out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=y2CJ46XkwxA 4. Podcasting can be therapeutic 5. It takes courage to not stay down "Why do we fall, Bruce?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIcGuFnl7ZU Special thanks If you love The Audacity to Podcast and value the podcasting inspiration and education I provide, would you please consider giving back what it's worth to you? https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/giveback ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ FEEDBACK Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity MAILING ADDRESS The Audacity to Podcast PO Box 739 Burlington, KY 41005

With the death of Todd Cochrane, his funeral, and the assassination and martyrdom of Charlie Kirk, I'm taking a week off of The Audacity to Podcast. But with the return, I want to address several somber and even controversial questions you might have related to podcasting. For example: • How should you prepare your podcast for your own death? • Should you address current issues or tragedies in your podcast? • Should you talk about morality or politics in your podcast? Please send me your own additional questions you would like me to address! Send written or voicemail feedback (optionally anonymously) to: https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity The Audacity to Podcast will return on September 24.

Todd Cochrane, a great podcasting pioneer, an advocate for independent podcasters, and one of my good friends died Monday morning, September 8, 2025. Blubrry CEO Todd Cochrane has died: https://podnews.net/update/todd-cochrane-rip Todd Cochrane's Obituary: https://podnews.net/article/todd-cochrane-obituary Blubrry Podcasting Mourns the Loss of Founder and CEO Todd Cochrane: https://podnews.net/press-release/blubrry-mourns-loss, https://blubrry.com/podcast-insider/2025/09/09/blubrry-founder-todd-cochrane-in-memoriam/ Todd Cochrane: 20 Years of Podcasting Innovations and Insights: https://geeknewscentral.com/2024/10/09/todd-cochrane-20-years-of-podcasting-innovations-and-insights/ Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/toddcochrane

Want a bigger audience? Want to make money with your podcast? Want to become a better podcaster? Want to grow your authority and popularity? I believe that whatever it is that you want from your podcast can probably be achieved with two things. But I'll warn you! These two things are not easy. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/improve2things 1. Know your problems [01:26] 2. Work on your problems [05:47] Thanks to … [11:51] Bryan Entzminger for streaming 604§ Lyceum for streaming 146§ and sending 1,146§ in a super comment, saying, "Here is a symbolic dollar in Satoshis. Today 1000 sats = USD 1.08, according to Currency.World. I will bring a silver coin (1 Troy Ounce), to a conference, in the future…" $25 from Rockie Thomas, saying, "Hey Daniel! Great quickly seeing you at PM and really enjoy your show. You have such a soothing, intentional voice with interesting perspective. Go Podcasting!" My new product is about to launch! It's called PodChapters™ and you can join the waiting list now! ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ FEEDBACK Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity MAILING ADDRESS The Audacity to Podcast PO Box 739 Burlington, KY 41005

I'm back from Podcast Movement 2025 in Dallas and I have thoughts, especially after my previous episode about why you should attend live events for your podcast. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/pm25 Introduction [00:00] Why Attend Live Events for Your Podcast? Podcast Movement + Sounds Profitable + Podnews [01:35] NYC and Austin locations might be long-term [03:37] Conference recordings will be free [06:42] The Podcast Movement conferences are getting smaller [10:47] The expo hall was pleasant again [12:59] Where should podcasters go now? [19:41] Do you value The Audacity to Podcast? [22:44] ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ FEEDBACK Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity MAILING ADDRESS The Audacity to Podcast PO Box 739 Burlington, KY 41005

Live events can provide great opportunities to grow your knowledge, create content, expand your network, and grow your podcast audience. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/whyattend More episodes about getting the most from live events. 7 tips for effective blog/podcast cards How to Get the Most from Podcasting and Social-Media Conferences Avoid These Mistakes If You Go to Events 9 Tips for How to Grow Your Audience by Attending Social-Media Events 1. Grow your knowledge [01:26] 2. Grow your content [02:56] Example of when I compiled "micro-interviews" from Podcast Movement 2016 3. Grow your network [05:43] 4. Grow your podcast [09:47] Love the podcast? Consider giving back what you feel it's worth to you! Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ Send questions and feedback Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity Mailing address: The Audacity to Podcast, PO Box 739, Burlington, KY 41005

It takes more than high quality content to make a full-time income from your podcast! Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/fulltime Introduction [00:00] Option 1: A big audience [01:37] Option 2: A generous audience [02:15] StickerMule: https://stickermule.com Dashery, by TeePublic: https://www.dashery.com/ Redbubble: https://redbubble.com/ Option 3: A company that will pay you [07:04] Grow toward the P.R.O.F.I.T. you want [08:15] Love the podcast? Consider giving back what you feel it's worth to you! https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/giveback Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ Send questions and feedback Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity Mailing address: The Audacity to Podcast, PO Box 739, Burlington, KY 41005

Unlike traditional broadcasting, there are no "show clocks," scheduled ad breaks, or rigid time slots for podcasts. So should you care about publishing episodes of different lengths? While I think episodes don't have to be the same length, there are some considerations. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/consistentlength 1. What does your audience expect? 2. Don't force a length 3. Should you mention the difference in length? Community Corner Thanks for the streaming support from Randy Black! I'll be speaking at Podcast Movement 2025 in Dallas, TX! Join my session "What You Need to Know About Podcasting 2.0." Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ Send questions and feedback Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity Mailing address: The Audacity to Podcast, PO Box 739, Burlington, KY 41005

This fundamental question that has been challenged and even abused: what is a podcast anymore? There's plenty of misinformation and disinformation out there about what a podcast is. My efforts to help set the definition straight may be fruitless, but there's more to consider here than only the meaning of the word. This is my 400th episode of The Audacity to Podcast, to to commemorate this milestone, I want to jump back to this fundamental question because how we answer it will affect the future of our content and even of the whole podcasting industry. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/definition The definition of a "podcast" https://whatsapodcast.com Other attempted definitions of a "podcast" What's wrong with redefining what a "podcast" is? True podcast distribution and consumption are unique Strict definition versus usage description Is the definition a "gatekeeper"? Should you really call your content a "podcast"? More about calling your content a "podcast" vs. a "show": https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/are-you-really-a-podcaster-and-should-you-really-be-podcasting-tap182/ Community corner Thanks to Bryan Entzminger, Dreb Scott, and Steve Webb for streaming support to The Audacity to Podcast totaling about 4,500 satoshis! Support The Audacity to Podcast through your modern Podcasting 2.0 app or at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/giveback ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ Send questions and feedback Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity Mailing address: The Audacity to Podcast, PO Box 739, Burlington, KY 41005

Podcasting guesting is consistently the #1 way to grow your own podcast. This works because it gives you the opportunity to get in front of more ideal listeners, provide value and demonstrate your knowledge, and it's easy for them to follow you over to your podcast. But how do you find the first shows you should try getting on? Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/firstguesting Understand how in-app podcast recommendations usually work Podcasting 2.0's "podroll" spec: https://podcasting2.org/tags/podroll How to Add Podcast Recommendations with Podroll: https://podcasting2.org/docs/guides/how-to-add-podcast-recommendations-with-podroll Look at your podcast's "outgoing" recommendations section Bonus: check Podgagement's "incoming" networking list https://podgagement.com Check the recommendations sections for other podcasts you think have your ideal audience How to approach these guest opportunities Example prompt with Gemini 2.5 Flash in Magai: https://app.magai.co/public/1752980668283x821243579549614100 Join Magai for the best AI toolbox (I earn through this link): https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/magai This is only the first place to look! Be sure to join Podgagement to help you discover your podcast networking opportunities! https://podgagement.com Community corner Thanks to Bryan Entzminger from https://TopTierAudio.com for streaming 411 satoshis Thanks to Cameron Stack from https://PodLabs.org for interviewing me for his upcoming miniseries on podcast awards! ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ Send questions and feedback Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity Mailing address: The Audacity to Podcast, PO Box 739, Burlington, KY 41005

I see podcasters often think that their podcast might grow faster if they switch podcast hosting providers, like from Blueberry to Captivate or vice versa. But is this true? Short answer, no. Now, of course, I'm going to give you more details about that. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/hostinggrow Short answer: no 1. Podcast stats may be measured differently Do IAB-Certified Stats Really Matter for Your Podcast? https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/do-iab-certified-stats-matter-for-your-podcast/ 2. Included podcasting tools may be different Get the networking feature in Podgagement: https://podgagement.com/ How many podcasts are currently in Apple Podcasts: https://podcastindustryinsights.com/apple 3. Look at podcast-hosting providers as toolboxes 4. My 2025 recommendations for podcast-hosting providers Blubrry (WordPress-focused workflow): https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/blubrry Buzzsprout (easiest to use): https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/buzzsprout Captivate (everything else / powerhouse of tools): https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/captivate Community corner 101§ + 47§ from Randy Black Thanks to Lyndsay Phillips for interviewing me on her show Leverage Your Podcast, talking about Podgagement and how to engage your audience: https://www.smoothbusinessgrowth.com/category/podcast/ Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ Send questions and feedback Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity Mailing address: The Audacity to Podcast, PO Box 739, Burlington, KY 41005

Intentional growth requires regular evaluation and adjustment. That applies to so many areas of life and business, and your podcast is no different. I've put together five things I suggest you evaluate about your podcast every year so that you can make the changes necessary to keep growing your podcast. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/evaluateyearly Why You Should Put Podcasting P.R.O.F.I.T. First [episode 388] :https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/why-you-should-put-podcasting-profit-first/ 1. Your podcasting goals and PROFIT 2. Your episode structure and flow How Long Should Your Episode Closing Be? https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/how-long-should-your-episode-closing-be-episode-396/ 3. Your podcasting workflow Magai, the powerful AI toolbox I use (affiliate link): https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/magai 4. A podcast trailer 15 Regrets from 15 Years of Professional Podcasting [episode 394]: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/15-regrets-from-15-years-of-professional-podcasting-episode-394/ 5. Your podcast description Magai,: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/magai value4value Community Corner 150§ and 64§ from Randy Black 356§ from Bryan Entzminger A couple of 5-star ratings on my episodes in Goodpods from "Barnabas" If you love the Audacity to Podcast, would you consider giving back in value what you feel the show is worth to you? https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/giveback Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ Send questions and feedback Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity Mailing address: The Audacity to Podcast, PO Box 739, Burlington, KY 41005

How long should your episode closing be? While your episode openings should be as short as possible, the length of your episode closings can be a bit more dynamic. The answer is actually a little different this time: as simple as possible. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/simpleclosing Answer: as simple as possible Spread out your calls to action Give your audience a reason to stay until the end Lead with value, leave with value™ value4value community corner 406§ from Bryan Entzminger ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ FEEDBACK Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity MAILING ADDRESS The Audacity to Podcast PO Box 739 Burlington, KY 41005

What is the first thing your audience hears when they play your latest episode? Are you providing value in your opening, or just keeping your audience from what they came to hear? Although the terms "intro"/"introduction" and "opening" are often used interchangeably, I'm going to be more specific to call the "opening" everything your audience hears before your episode's unique content. Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/shortopening Answer: as short as possible What about audio branding? What about welcoming your new audience? • When to Use Trailer, Full, and Bonus Episode Types [episode 353]: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/when-to-use-trailer-full-and-bonus-episode-types/ Consider your most important audience: the one you already have Bonus tip: use a unique cold open ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ FEEDBACK Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity MAILING ADDRESS The Audacity to Podcast PO Box 739 Burlington, KY 41005

As The Audacity to Podcast celebrates 15 years of professional podcasting, I invite you to take a critical look back at the biggest mistakes I've made and things I wish I did differently with my show. My hope is that this will inspire you to either fix these things early for yourself, or avoid them altogether! Please share this episode from your podcast app or https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/15regrets (As an affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases through some of these following links. But I recommend things I truly believe in, regardless of earnings.) Hiatuses Not building an email list sooner • 13 Ways to Use an Email List for Your Podcast" [episode 198]: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/13-ways-to-use-an-email-list-for-your-podcast-tap198/ Not promoting my episodes via email Pursuing the wrong business Not creating enough training products • SEO for Podcasters course: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/store/seo-for-podcasters/ • Zoom H6 for Podcasters course: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/store/zoom-h6-for-podcasters/ Waiting too long to register my trademark • Gordon Firemark: https://gfiremark.com Trying to do things cheaply • ID3 Editor: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/id3editor • Podgagement: https://podgagement.com/ Not publishing more through other channels, including video • Hollyland Lark M2S microphone: https://geni.us/6oS4OH Not reaching out to press about significant things Accepting sponsors Not creating value for value opportunities for you, my audience • More about Podcasting 2.0 micropayments and value4value [episode 371]: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/are-podcasting-2-0-micropayments-worth-it/ • Support the show if The Audacity to Podcast provides value to you: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/giveback • Get a modern Podcasting 2.0 podcast app: https://podcasting2.org/apps Working solo for too long • Virtual Freedom by Chris Ducker: https://geni.us/rIloRAJ • Buy Back Your Time by Dan Martell: https://geni.us/yiGzM • Podgagement (formerly "My Podcast Reviews"): https://podgagement.com/ • Entrepeneur definition on Urban Dictionary: https://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=entrepodneur Using a cute and expensive domain Getting involved with the wrong people Not focusing more on relationships ——— Start and grow your own podcast for passion and PROFIT! Learn more and follow at https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/ Supercharge your audience engagement and grow your podcast! https://podgagement.com/ FEEDBACK Call (903) 231-2221 Email feedback@theaudacitytopodcast.com Send a message or voicemail through https://podcastfeedback.com/audacity MAILING ADDRESS The Audacity to Podcast PO Box 739 Burlington, KY 41005