DiscoverPodnews Weekly ReviewFull interview: Alex Sanfilippo, from PodMatch
Full interview: Alex Sanfilippo, from PodMatch

Full interview: Alex Sanfilippo, from PodMatch

Update: 2025-09-01
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Alex Sanfilippo shares how PodMatch is revolutionizing podcast guest booking through an innovative platform that functions like a dating app for interviews. He explains the platform's unique business model and why he believes community building is the future of podcasting.

• PodMatch connects podcast hosts and guests while automating administrative functions
• The platform charges a small fee to ensure users are serious, creating a "law of buy-in"
• Through the Pod Value Initiative, PodMatch has given back nearly $900,000 to podcasters
• Each profile doubles as a professional media one-sheet with SEO benefits
• Audio content remains powerful because it doesn't intrude on people's busy lives
• Quality content is essential as the barrier to entry remains low
• The "Mom Test" helps podcasters get honest feedback from listeners
• Building community with listeners provides valuable insights for improvement
• Hosts should ask listeners how they found the show, what they like, how to improve, and what problems they need solved

To sign up for PodMatch or access free podcasting resources, visit podmatch.com/free.


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Full interview: Alex Sanfilippo, from PodMatch

Full interview: Alex Sanfilippo, from PodMatch

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