PodSchool

Not all podcast ideas are created equal, especially when you’re just starting out.

In this episode, I answer a listener question about what makes a podcast idea bad and share the one mistake many new podcasters make when choosing a concept for their show.

If you want people to press play on your podcast, your idea needs to be more than just “talking to interesting people.”

What you'll learn:

• Why vague podcast ideas don’t work (especially if no one knows you)
• The common pitch that sounds good… but isn’t
• How to think about your show from your audience’s perspective
• What makes a podcast idea truly valuable and worth listening to

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Josh Newth

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In this episode, I answer a listener question about protecting your show name (which we can all get VERY attached to) and explain why it’s not as simple as registering a business name or grabbing a URL.

I'll explain how to avoid naming conflicts, when (if ever) you should trademark your podcast and why it pays to see what's out there before you get to attached to the name you've got.

What you'll learn:

• Why podcast names can't be reserved
• The risks of choosing a name that exists
• When trademarking your show might make sense (and when it doesn't)
• How to protect your podcast idea while you're getting ready to launch
• Why the right name will always find you (even when it's not your first pick)

Thank you to April for the question...

Q: "How do I reserve a name for my podcast if I want to make sure it doesn't get taken before I get my butt into gear? Is it like registering a business name?"

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Josh Newth

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This might seem like a simple thing to cover but it wasn't always easy!

And making sure everyone can access your podcast from every link you send out is essential if you want to grow your show.

So in this episodes I share a few of the options you have for a universal link to your podcast that will work for everyone.

This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation.

I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Josh Newth

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Today I'm answering a question from Katrina...

Q: Is it easy to fix audio after you've recorded it?

Unfortunately, not always!

And sometimes, even when you can fix it, it comes at the expense of your voice because if you're removing sound from the background you're also removing sound from your voice.

That can make you sound more robotic and less warm and like a real person.

And in a podcast, that's not what you want.

This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation.

I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Josh Newth

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Today I'm answering a question from Ottilie...

Q: Is it better to start with an audio only format or dive straight in to you Tube? Pros' and cons??

Video has become a point of OBSESSION in podcasting and everyone is starting to feel like if they're not filming full length episodes of their podcasts and putting them on YouTube their show will never be a success.

But that's absolutely not the case.

Full length video episodes work brilliantly for some shows and are an absolute waste of resources for others.

That doesn't mean you shouldn't bother with video at all because it's a fantastic way to promote your show and get more people interested in your content.

But your video strategy has to be built on what works for your show, not FOMO.

This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation.

I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

EPISODE CREDITS:

Host: Rachel Corbett

Editing Assistance: Josh Newth

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