Book Resources for
Start a Binge-Worthy Podcast
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-Krystal
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My only regret is that this book wasn’t around when I started my podcast!
It would have helped me avoid many failed attempts and hiccups. I love how Krystal breaks down the three key principles of creating a binge-worthy podcast into bite-size pieces so that every aspect of starting, marketing, and launching your podcast is easy to follow, execute, and achieve. If you’re a podcast junkie dreaming of creating your own podcast, this book is about to become your bible.— Amy Porterfield, Entrepreneur & Host of the Online Marketing Made Easy Podcast
Krystal breaks it down in an EASY way to remove the overwhelm…
As a podcast producer myself, I know there are MANY steps you have to take to launch a successful podcast. “Start a Binge-Worthy Podcast” is a must-read whether you are looking to launch your own podcast for the first time or you have been in the podcasting space for a while. Krystal breaks it down in an EASY way to remove the overwhelm– and she does it with a sense of humor! The podcast space is exploding right now, so if you’ve been wanting to start a podcast, this book will be your step-by-step roadmap to podcast success!— Stephanie Judice, Podcast Management & Launch Consulting
Krystal is your podcast BFF.
She’s a friend who takes you by the hand to guide you on a journey from to start to launch to create a binge-worthy Podcast you’ll love! Krystal’s book is insightful, informational, and jam-packed with inspiration!— Misty Phillip, Founder of Spark Media, Rocket Podcast Community, and Host of the By His Grace Podcast
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Book Resources by Chapter
Chapter 1: Equipment
Equipment Recommendations:
Microphones
Optional Equipment
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- How Much Does it Cost to Podcast?
- Better Sound for Your Podcast with Ray Smith
- “Sound Like a Pro, Even When You’re Not! (This Goes Beyond Podcast Setup!)”
- Solo Podcast Recording Setup
- Solo Podcasts: Why You DON’T Need Headphones
- When Should I Hire a Podcast Editor
Suggested YouTube Videos:
- Blue Yeti USB Microphone, Setup Tutorial for Podcast
- Best XLR Microphones for Tascam-DR40X
- Podcast Equipment – Best Tools for New Podcasters
- RODE PSA1 Boom Arm with Blue Yeti Mic Setup
- Podcast Studio Setup (Tutorial Video)
- Podcast Setup in My Closet
- How to Install Podcast Acoustic Panels in Home Office
- How to Record a Podcast on Your Phone (Tutorial)
- Mobile Remote Podcast Setup
Chapter 2: Podcast Title & Tagline
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- How to Start a Podcast
- Podcast Tagline – How to Create Yours
- How to Name Your Podcast: 4 Things to Consider
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Other Resources
Chapter 3: Finding Your Ideal Listener
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Chapter 4: Content Planning & Scheduling
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
Suggested YouTube Videos:
- Podcast Topic Ideas, How to Get Specific
- Content Calendar for a Podcast in 4 Easy Steps
- Solo Podcast ideas, More than One Topic Per Episode?
Other Resources
Chapter 5: Podcast Show Format
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- How to Format a Podcast Episode
- Podcast Ads: How to Create Your Own
- How Long Should My Podcast Intro Be?
- How Do I Create My Podcast Outro?
Suggested YouTube Videos:
- Podcast Intro, How Long Should It Be?
- Solo Podcast Format: How-to Video
- How to Create Self-Sponsored Podcast Ads | Make Money Podcasting
Other Resources
Chapter 6: Software
Software Recommendations:
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Chapter 7: Record Your First Episode
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- I Hate the Sound of My Voice, What Do I Do?
- Sound Like a Pro, Even When You’re Not! (This Goes Beyond Podcast Setup!)
- Podcast Trailer, What Needs to Be In It?
Suggested YouTube Videos:
Chapter 8: Solo Episodes
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Chapter 9: Interviewing
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- Let’s Talk About the Podcast Interview Mindset
- Podcast Guests to Interview – Where to Find Them
- Interview Valet Tips for Guests and Hosts
- How to Be a Good Podcast Host During an Interview
- How to Be Selective with Your Podcast Guests
Suggested YouTube Videos:
- Podcast Interview: 10 Questions to Ask Any Podcast Guest
- ZOOM Podcast Interview – How to Set Everything Up
- Podcast Interview Tips, How to Pitch a Guest
- Podcast Interview: How to Be a Good Podcast Host
- Best Podcast Intro and Outro Examples, Use These For Interviews!
- How to Recover from a Bad Podcast Interview
Other Resources
Chapter 10: Podcast Artwork & Music
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Chapter 11: Announce Your Podcast Launch Date
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- How to Launch a Podcast
- Podcast Launch Goals – What to Aim For
- Podcast Launch Plan – How to Create Yours
- How to Pick Your Podcast Launch Date
Suggested YouTube Videos:
Other Resources
Chapter 12: Podcast Descriptions & Show Notes
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- Podcast Descriptions & Show Notes – What’s the Difference?
- Podcast Show Notes: 6 Guidelines to Live By
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Other Resources
Chapter 13: Podcast Hosting Site
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
Suggested YouTube Videos:
- BuzzSprout’s New Feature Magic Mastering – Improve Podcast Audio
- New BuzzSprout Soundbite Tutorial 2019
- How to Promote a Podcast with Audiograms & Soundbites – BuzzSprout (DEMO)
Other Resources
Chapter 14: Launch Plan
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- How to Launch a Podcast
- Podcast Launch Goals – What to Aim For
- Podcast Launch Plan – How to Create Yours
- Podcast Growth, When Will I See It?
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Other Resources
Chapter 15: Content Teasers
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- How to Market a Podcast
- The 5 Best Podcast Marketing Tools
- 3 Ways to Market Your Podcast on Facebook
- Instagram Marketing for Your Podcast
- Pinterest Marketing Strategies for Your Podcast
- DIY Marketing with Melanie – Let’s Get Scrappy
- How to Increase Podcast Listeners
- Are You Talking Enough About Your Podcast?
- Facebook Group for Your Podcast
- How to Grow an Email List with a Podcast
- Repurposing Podcast Content: 3 Ways to Do It!
- Podcast Content: If You’re Feelin’ Froggy, Jump!
- How to Promote Your Podcast in Social Media Groups
- SEO for Podcasts – What You Need to Know
Suggested YouTube Videos:
- Podcasting 101 How to Market a Podcast
- Grow an Email List with a Podcast: How to Video
- How to Repurpose Podcast Content – 3 Ways to Use Transcriptions
- Best Audio to Text Converter for Your Podcast – Otter.Ai
- New BuzzSprout Soundbite Tutorial 2019
- How to Promote a Podcast with Audiograms & Soundbites – BuzzSprout (DEMO)
- Podcast Audiograms with Headliner 2019
Other Resources
Chapter 16: Survey Your Audience
Other Resources
Chapter 17: Elevator Pitch
Other Resources
- The Draw Shop – Let them help you with your elevator pitch!
Chapter 18: Monetization
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- Make Money with a Podcast – 5 Ways to Get Started
- Podcast Sponsors, How to Approach a Company for Advertising
- Let’s Talk About Podcast Networks with Meredith Reed from OSSA
Suggested YouTube Videos:
- Podcast Sponsor, How to Approach a Company to Monetize Your Podcast
- How to Use Buzzsprout Affiliate Marketplace to Make Money with Your Podcast [Custom Brands]
- Make Money with a Podcast! New Buzzsprout Feature for Podcast Monetization
- 4 Reasons You WON’T Make Money with a Podcast
- 5 Ways to Make Money with a Podcast [Podcast Monetization]
Chapter 19: Growth Strategies
Suggested Podcast Episodes:
- Podcast Growth, When Will I See It?
- How to Increase Podcast Listeners
- Guesting on Podcasts, Follow-Up w/Mai-Kee Tsang
- Guest for Your Podcast, How to Pitch a Guest?
- Sales Maven & Podcast Guest Expert Nikki Rausch
- How to Be Selective with Your Podcast Guests
- Convo w/Angie Trueblood: Guesting on Podcasts
- Interview Valet Tips for Guests and Hosts
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-Krystal
