HUB 472: EXPERT INTERVIEW - Joshua Rivers
Description
Today’s guest has been behind the scenes supporting the success of this podcast—and my original show, On the Schmooze.
In July 2015, I started researching how to launch a podcast. That fall, I began recording interviews. But it wasn’t until I hired an editor the following summer that I felt ready to release those episodes. On July 19, 2016, my first podcast, On the Schmooze, officially launched—and it ran weekly for 8.5 years. That same editor has been with me ever since, now supporting my Biz Book Pub Hub twice-a-week podcast.
He’s a seasoned podcast producer, strategist, and founder of Podcast Guy Media. Since 2015, he has helped launch, shape, and grow dozens of shows, producing well over 3,000 episodes. His specialty? Helping authors, business owners, and thought leaders create high-quality, lead-generating podcasts without the overwhelm. From content planning and guest booking to editing, show notes, scheduling, and promotion, he handles it all.
He’s also one of our Biz Book Pub Hub Partners, supporting nonfiction authors in transforming their books into binge-worthy podcasts and compelling audiobooks. He brings a rare mix of technical expertise, marketing savvy, and genuine care that helps every client’s message shine.
Please join me in welcoming Joshua Rivers.
In this episode, we discuss the following:
🟠 Podcast Longevity and Sustainability: Discover why most podcasts don’t make it past seven episodes and how setting clear intentions (and getting support early) dramatically changes your odds for long-term success.
🟠 Strategic Podcasting for Authors: Learn how authors can align their podcast with their book’s message, create binge-worthy content, and use their podcast as a lead-generating asset—not just another content chore.
🟠 Streamlining the Podcast Process: Get inside workflow tips for managing guest booking, show notes, VA support, and production—so your podcast doesn’t become a full-time job.
🟠 Amplifying Your Authority: See how a well-run podcast boosts visibility, deepens networking, and provides the perfect vehicle for content repurposing, endorsements, and thought leadership in the business book space.
Links
Joshua Rivers on LinkedIn
Biz Book Pub Hub Premier Partner
Other Resources
Listen to my episode with Melissa Smith.
Learn more about the Happen to Your Career podcast.
Learn more about the In the Trenches podcast.
Learn more about Soundcloud (for audio hosting).
Learn more about Audible (audiobook platform).
Learn more about ACX (Audiobook Creation Exchange).
Learn more about Libsyn (podcast hosting).
Learn more about Captivate (podcast hosting).
Learn more about Schedule Once (scheduling tool).
Robbie’s Resources
Schedule a complimentary book launch brainstorming session: www.BookLaunchBrainstorm.com.
Find all the archived podcast episodes, plus an invitation to free virtual networking events for writers and authors, AND Hub Partners ready to help entrepreneurs become successful authors: www.BizBookPubHub.com
Join the waitlist for the next Kindle Flash Sale for entrepreneurial authors: www.BizKindlePromo.com
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