Women of Color Podcasters

Interested in starting a podcast network?  In recent years, we’ve seen the creation of many successful podcast networks. If you’re interested in learning the ins-and-outs of establishing and running an indie podcast network, meet Denese Duran. Denese Duran is the founder of PODCASTERS UNLIMITED, a network of original shows that focuses on consultation, curriculum and collaboration. Denese is also the founder of PODWORK, the conference promoting the growth of podcast networks.  Weigh the pros and cons of starting a podcast network and learn step-by-step how to establish one. Discover ways podcast networks make money and costly mistakes new podcast networks make and how to avoid them.  This is the final episode of Season 1. We will be back with Season 2 in January 2024.  Please leave us a rating and a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify with your feedback and thoughts about the show. For business inquiries and partnerships, contact Danielle Desir Corbett at wocpodcasters@gmail.com.   Join WOC Podcasters Community  Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required). In addition to monthly mastermind and accountability calls, access monthly workshops and fireside chats with guest experts, which cover topics like podcast marketing, trademarks, how to save money on taxes as a podcaster, and so much more.  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters Stand Out and Secure Lucrative Sponsorships: An audio series by podcast coach Danielle Desir Corbett sharing (3) unique ways to get noticed by brands even if you have a smaller show.  Marketing Strategies For Long-term Podcast Growth: a self-paced course sharing (3) proven marketing strategies to grow your downloads and build an audience of engaged listeners.  2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Headliner: Promote podcast episodes on social media and YouTube by creating engaging short video clips or audiograms.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters

Asian American Podcasters Association (AAP) is a nonprofit organization strengthening and amplifying the voices and podcasts of Asian-American and Pacific Islanders.  In addition to the Facebook group which invites AAPI creatives, producers, hosts and editors to talk shop, share and collaborate, AAP hosts an annual award show called Golden Crane Podcast Awards.   Nominations are now open for the Golden Crane Awards until July 25, 2023. This year’s black-tie affair will be held live, in-person at an awards dinner on August 30th at 7:30 p.m. EST in Chinatown, New York City. Learn about the unique challenges Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders face in podcasting and the behind-scenes of building an engaged podcasting community.  Join WOC Podcasters Community  Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required). In addition to monthly mastermind and accountability calls, access monthly workshops and fireside chats with guest experts, which cover topics like podcast marketing, trademarks, how to save money on taxes as a podcaster, and so much more.  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters Stand Out and Secure Lucrative Sponsorships: An audio series by podcast coach Danielle Desir Corbett sharing (3) unique ways to get noticed by brands even if you have a smaller show.  Marketing Strategies For Long-term Podcast Growth: a self-paced course sharing (3) proven marketing strategies to grow your downloads and build an audience of engaged listeners.  2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Headliner: Promote podcast episodes on social media and YouTube by creating engaging short video clips or audiograms.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters

Believing all the work that goes into podcasting earns and deserves more acknowledgement, today we’re joined by Georgie-Ann Getton, co-founder of Black Podcasting Awards, the nonprofit organization that puts on an annual award show celebrating Black podcasts.  Learn how Black Podcasting Awards got its start, why it’s important for Black podcasters to receive recognition for their work, what makes an award-winning show, and how to apply.  Resources:  One Black Podcast a Day: Weekly spotlight on Black podcasts, a discoverability solution from Black Podcasting Award.  Submissions to Black Podcasting Awards are now open. Apply by July 31, 2023. Submit your podcast to as many as (5) categories. Use our code to get $5 off your application with the promo code ‘WOCPWIN23’ Join WOC Podcasters Community  Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required). In addition to monthly mastermind and accountability calls, access monthly workshops and fireside chats with guest experts, which cover topics like podcast marketing, trademarks, how to save money on taxes as a podcaster, and so much more.  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters Marketing Strategies For Long-term Podcast Growth: a self-paced course sharing (3) proven marketing strategies to grow your downloads and build an audience of engaged listeners.  2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Headliner: Promote podcast episodes on social media and YouTube by creating engaging short video clips or audiograms.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters

Have you ever considered grants as a funding source to support the production of your podcast? While grants aren't typically a go-to resource for podcasters, things are changing.  Acquania Escarne, a 3x grant-funded podcast producer and founder of “The Purpose of Money,” shares why podcasters should consider applying for grants, what to look for when evaluating an award, and where to find grants for podcasts.  Resources Mentioned:  Grants For Creators: A monthly newsletter sharing grants and other funding opportunities for creatives and small business owners.  Introduction To Grants: a self-paced workshop sharing the fundamentals of grants and what creators like podcasters should know about grants before applying. Join WOC Podcasters Community  Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required). In addition to monthly mastermind and accountability calls, access monthly workshops and fireside chats with guest experts, which cover topics like podcast marketing, trademarks, how to save money on taxes as a podcaster, and so much more.  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters Marketing Strategies For Long-term Podcast Growth: a self-paced course sharing (3) proven marketing strategies to grow your downloads and build an audience of engaged listeners.  2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Headliner: Promote podcast episodes on social media and YouTube by creating engaging short video clips or audiograms.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters

Small podcasts can get paid.  If you are running a show that is consistent, has received feedback from listeners, and has a well definite listenership, the sky's the limit — you can absolutely attract money to your project.  Today we are joined by Michelle Jackson, the founder of the newsletter and platform, “Podcasters Getting Paid.” Michelle Jackson is a Podcast Monetization Coach passionate about podcasters with smaller shows making money from and through their work.  Believing there is more than one way to get paid, Michelle shares how podcasters can monetize their skills, lesser-known income streams to have on your radar, and how to navigate challenges unique to indie podcasters with “smaller audiences”.    Join WOC Podcasters Community  We provide a safe space for Women of Color to learn, connect, share resources, and achieve podcasting goals.  Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required). In addition to monthly mastermind and accountability calls, access monthly workshops and fireside chats with guest experts, which cover topics like podcast marketing, trademarks, how to save money on taxes as a podcaster, and so much more.    Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters Marketing Strategies For Long-term Podcast Growth: a self-paced course sharing (3) proven marketing strategies to grow your downloads and build an audience of engaged listeners.  2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Headliner: Promote podcast episodes on social media and YouTube by creating engaging short video clips or audiograms.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Grants For Creators: A monthly newsletter sharing grants and other funding opportunities for creatives and small business owners.  Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.    Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters

Podcasting is involved, and it takes considerable time to research, script, record, edit, and promote each episode. Podcasting with a full-time job comes with unique challenges, like having limited time to produce a show. In this episode, Bianca Alba, a proud Latina and the creator of “This Latina Travels,” shares how to make time for podcasting when you have a demanding full-time job or when it’s a hobby or side hustle. We cover work-life balance, creating a sustainable podcasting workflow, outsourcing, and time management for podcasters.  Join WOC Podcasters Community  We provide a safe space for Women of Color to learn, connect, share resources, and achieve podcasting goals. Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required). In addition to monthly mastermind and accountability calls, join monthly workshops and fireside chats with guest experts, which cover topics like podcast marketing, trademarks, how to save money on taxes as a podcaster, and so much more.  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters 2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Headliner: Promote podcast episodes on social media and YouTube by creating engaging short video clips or audiograms.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters

Are you a service provider or coach thinking about raising your rates?  In this episode, hear how (4) successful podcast creators, professionals, and business owners have raised their rates and the lessons they’ve learned along the way.  This panel features:  Danielle Desir Corbett, podcast marketing coach and founder of WOC Podcasters Bethany Hawkins, founder of Crackers In Soup, a podcast production and coaching company Michelle Thames, a social media strategist host of Social Media Decoded Podcast, and owner of Thames Media Solutions J. Immanuel, host of Why We Succeed Podcast Support Women of Color Podcasters by becoming a Patreon supporter or buying us a coffee.  Join WOC Podcasters Community  We invite you to our private community to learn, connect with like-minded Women of Color in the podcasting industry, share resources, and achieve podcasting goals. Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required).  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters 2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, episode titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and live-stream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters

Podcasting is a powerful tool for coaches and consultants to establish trust and authority. In this podcast episode, learn how to build your brand and convert more clients using the power of podcasting with Roshni Baronia. Follow Roshni's unique approach to using podcasts to convert clients and discover the transformative impact it could have on your coaching business. Roshni Baronia is a strategic sales expert and podcast launch strategist passionate about helping coaches and consultants grow their businesses. She is the founder of Done for You Podcast, a full-service podcast launch, production, and management company for experts and entrepreneurs, and she also hosts Ace the Sales, a podcast designed to help women fall in love with selling. Drawing from her experience in sales and podcasting, Roshni offers valuable insights to help coaches and consultants harness the power of podcasting to further their growth. Support Women of Color Podcasters by becoming a Patreon supporter or buying us a coffee.    Join WOC Podcasters Community  We provide a safe space for Women of Color to learn, connect, share resources, and achieve podcasting goals. Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required).    Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters 2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, episode titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and live-stream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.    Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters

Have you considered running Facebook or Instagram ads to promote your products, services, or podcast? In this episode, Facebook ads expert Stacy Reed will walk you through things to consider before running a Facebook ad campaign, common mistakes to avoid, and more.  Stacy Reed is a Fractional Chief Marketing Officer and Facebook Ads Expert that has generated over $150 Million leading paid social campaigns at Zappos, Steve Madden, Adidas, Crocs, and more.  Support Women of Color Podcasters by becoming a Patreon supporter or buying us a coffee.  Join WOC Podcasters Community  We provide a safe space for Women of Color to learn, connect, share resources, and achieve podcasting goals. Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required).  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters 2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, episode titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters

After realizing how coloring helped her overcome despair, Nikita Burks-Hale decided to rebrand her podcasting business to Headphones and Crayons to equip others with tools to unlock their creative potential.  In this episode, we explore using the art of coloring as a tool for creativity and community building. Nikita Burks-Hale is the CEO and Chief Coloring Officer at Headphones and Crayons. Nikita’s passion and magic lie in creating and facilitating programs, workshops, and color-centered experiences that spark creativity, boost productivity and increase your calm.  You will learn: How to use coloring as a tool to unlock creativity.  The benefits of coloring, especially as podcasters.  How coloring can spark ideas and open up new conversations in podcasting.  Link to show notes: https://wocpodcasters.co/coloring-with-nikita-burks-hale/ Support Women of Color Podcasters by becoming a Patreon supporter or buying us a coffee.    Join WOC Podcasters Community  We provide a safe space and supportive community for Women of Color to learn, connect, share resources, and achieve their podcasting goals. In addition to hosting monthly fireside chats with guest experts, access our resource library with dozens of trainings, accountability call with like-minded creators, meetups, and more  Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required).    Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters 2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, episode titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.    Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters

Jen Hemphill, a proud Latina and host of the award-winning bilingual podcast, Her Dinero Matters, shares how embracing her culture and committing to podcasting led to her growing her business and creating a purpose-driven bilingual podcast.  You will learn: How Jen Hemphill overcame the fear of committing to podcasting and her secret to podcasting consistently since 2015.  How Jen rebranded her podcast to better serve the US Latinx/a community Things to consider when hosting a bilingual podcast.  Access the show notes.  Support Women of Color Podcasters by becoming a Patreon supporter or buying us a coffee.    Join WOC Podcasters Community  We provide a safe space for Women of Color to learn, connect, share resources, and achieve podcasting goals. Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required).    Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters 2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Capsho: AI copywriting software for podcasters. Upload your audio file and save time writing podcast episode descriptions, episode titles, show notes, emails, social posts, and more.   Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.    Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters

Could your podcast help you quit your 9 to 5 job and adopt a location-freedom lifestyle? While unplanned, this quickly became a reality for Debbie Arcangeles.  Do you want to monetize your podcast and are you considering podcast sponsorships but need help figuring out where to start? In this episode, Debbie Arcangeles walks us through how to get paid with podcast sponsorships and attract brands to work with you. Debbie Arcangeles is the founder and host of The Offbeat Life, a top-rated podcast and website that helps individuals ditch the cubicle to become location independent. As a podcast coach, Debbie helps experienced podcasters scale their online businesses through profitable podcasts. Support Women of Color Podcasters by becoming a Patreon supporter or buy us a coffee.  Join WOC Podcasters Community  We provide a safe space for Women of Color across the globe to learn, connect, share resources, and achieve podcasting goals. Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial (no credit card required).  Our Favorite Resources For Podcasters Podbean: Gives you all of the tools you need for a successful podcast, such as unlimited podcast hosting, podcast distribution, monetization options for podcasts of any size, and livestream podcasting capabilities. 2023 Podcast Planner: Kiss planning angst and hustle goodbye, and hello to more revenue with an easy-to-follow templatized system for your best podcast planning season. The 2023 Podcast Planner includes a podcast production spreadsheet, affiliate tracking, a downloads tracker, a media kit checklist, and sponsorship pitch email templates.  Podpage: Build a beautiful podcast website without learning code. Customize the design in a few clicks; no tech skills required.  Connect With Us  Instagram: @wocpodcasters YouTube: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters

Women of Color are influential visionaries moving the podcasting industry forward, impacting how we create and consume podcasts. But we often don’t hear about their work, contributions, or rise to success. We believe it’s about time these powerhouses are celebrated and acknowledged, so tune in every other week as we share the stories of Women of Color making big moves in front and behind the podcasting mic. Women of Color Podcasters is a production of WOC Podcasters, a podcasting organization dedicated to uplifting and empowering Women of Color audio creators worldwide.  A special thank you to our Day 1 supporters, including Podbean and Breadfruit Media.  For business inquiries, including podcast sponsorships: wocpodcasters@gmail.com   Follow us on Social: Instagram: @wocpodcasters Twitter: @wocpodcasters   Resources For Podcasters  Join WOC Podcasters Community with a 7-day free trial.  The 2023 Podcast Planner is a digital podcast production planner with podcast sponsorship email templates, a media kit checklist, templates, and more.   Marketing Strategies For Long-term Podcast Marketing (audio course): Learn how to create a 3-part podcast marketing plan that promotes growth.  1:1 Podcast Marketing Coaching with Danielle Desir Corbett: Discover how to strategically grow your show and create lucrative income streams.