Podcast Editors Mastermind

#134: Not all marketing ideas work for every Podcast Editor. That's why we are sharing 10 Ways to Get Leads and Land Clients. Use the chapters to hop to the one that most interests you - and feel free to send me any others we didn't share in this episode. Resources mentioned in the show: FREE DOWNLOAD: https://www.PodcastEditorAcademy.com/10ways Kim Parkinson https://kpcreativemedia.com Bertena Varney https://www.bertena.org/en Episode: Why Aren't You Podcasting? https://podcasteditorsmastermind.com/119 Episode: Podcast to Inbox (aka: Newsletters) https://podcasteditorsmastermind.com/106 International Podcast Day https://internationalpodcastday.com The Podcast Editor Academy Get access to Steve Stewart's 35+ years of small business experience and decade of learning inside the Podcast Editor Academy - PLUS: Weekly Challenges via email, Windshield University with our Private Podcast, and Office Hours This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

#133: This episode is not a mastermind discussion. I've edited down a presentation we had with Seth Resler about building Community. Building Community is not necessarily something a Podcast Editor does, but this could be another feather in your skillz cap. For example: Many of Steve Stewart's clients aren't creating podcasts for ad revenue - they're building their brand and a community behind their niche or their mission. Success is found there! At the end, Steve shares how community changes his life and opened the door to a new career in a medium we all love! Key moments: (00:00) From Audience to Community (01:46) The ROI Challenge in Podcasting (08:33) Secret #1: Rules Are Different for Community vs Audience (17:17) Secret #2: The right 100 people beats the wrong 10,000 (24:42) Secret #3: Community is more sustainable than Audience (39:14) Join Podcast Editor Communities Core Lessons: Distinguish between audience and community. An audience consumes content one-way, while a community fosters peer-to-peer relationships within a shared space. Prioritize the right members over large numbers. Thoughtful exclusion ensures the group remains aligned with a specific mission, increasing the value of every interaction. Create a container, not just an engine. Build a space where members contribute and support one another, reducing the creator’s burden to constantly produce new content. Focus on ROI through community-led revenue. Direct monetization includes charging for access or connecting sponsors with a niche group, while indirect benefits include better retention and product insights. Avoid community vanity. Only build a community when a clear mission exists that benefits the members, rather than simply checking a box for growth metrics. Resource: Seth's 5-day challenge http://communityroadmapchallenge.com This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

#132: Self-employed people who get their health insurance through the Marketplace need to know about the ACA subsidy changes in 2026. Example: Make too much money and you'll have to pay back all the premiums you received for the entire year. For me, that means *$24,000!!! Sean Mullaney, an Advice-Only Financial Planner, joins us to discuss various ways to control taxable income and ensure you don't go over the cliff and lose all your Premium Tax Credits. Disclaimer: The discussion is intended for general educational purposes only and is not tax, legal, or investment advice for any individual. Steve and the Podcast Editor Academy do not endorse Sean Mullaney, Mullaney Financial & Tax, Inc. and their services. Key moments: (00:00) Download the free Handout: https://www.PodcastEditorAcademy.com/cliffhandout (03:41) What are ACA Subsidies and the Premium Tax Credit? (10:23) Tip #1: Delay Income (14:22) Tip #2: Accelerate Expenses (18:37) Tip #3: Contribute to HSA (24:53) Tip #4: Contribute to Solo 401(k) (28:25) Tip #5: Similarly, a SEP IRA (30:14) Tip #6: Deductible Traditional IRAs (31:41) Tip #7: Deductible SPOUSAL IRA (34:52) Get tax-free money out of your HSA (37:36) Pay yourself back from Roth IRA contributions (40:48) AVOID doing Roth Conversions (41:52) Charitable Contributions don't help (43:03) Planning for next year's health insurance (45:34) The final tip has a Difficulty Level 10 - but would work (listen for more) Resources mentioned in the show: Follow along with the free handout: https://www.PodcastEditorAcademy.com/cliffhandout Find more at Sean's website: https://fitaxguy.com Buy the book "Tax Planning To and Through Early Retirement": https://www.measuretwicemoney.com/book Watch the full, original, unedited webinar at https://www.PodcastEditorAcademy.com/subsidycliff *Disclosure: Steve Stewart estimates the Premium Tax Credit is worth approximately $24,000 to his family. Neither Steve nor Sean make any estimate as to how much the Premium Tax Credit or any other tax planning strategy might be worth to you or any other listener or viewer. Mentioned in this episode: New, Events, and Tips in the Podcast Editor Industry Newsletter Podcast Editing NEWS, Podcast Editing EVENTS, and Podcast Editing TIPS... You can get all this information FREE by subscribing to the Podcast Editor Industry newsletter. Podcast Editor Industry Newsletter The Podcast Editor Academy Get access to 35+ years of small business experience from Steve Stewart and decade of learning inside the Podcast Editor Academy. PLUS: Weekly Challenges via email, Windshield University with our Private Podcast, and monthly Office Hours. Podcast Editor Academy This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

#131: Aren't all podcast apps the same? Not in the least! The most used features in podcast apps from our brief July 2026 survey were: 52% adjust playback speed 48% said "Notifications of new episodes" 48% also said they use Chapters 44% like the Auto-Delete of completed episodes 33% read along with the transcripts 26% utilize a Smart Playlist feature 25% set a timer 18% have their app boost vocals or do loudness normalization 14% said micropayments like Boostagrams and streaming sats were important Jenn Trepeck, Daniel J Lewis, Dave Jackson, and Martin Lindeskog join us for a conversation about these apps and some of the cool features they offer. Key moments: (04:53) Most used podcast apps (07:55) Listening at faster speeds (09:45) Notifications & auto-delete (11:47) Smart Playlists (14:17) The "Bookmark" feature Dave Jackson loves ❤️ (16:28) Uploading mp3s for review (19:20) Podcast Chapters (24:40) Transcripts (35:05) YouTube as a podcast consumption app (49:18) Why this matters for Podcast Editors Our Guests: Daniel J Lewis is a Hall of Fame Inductee, podcasting educator, advocate, and innovator who started podcasting in 2007. He has created numerous resources for podcasting, such as PodChapters.com and the *Podgagement service to help podcasters supercharge their podcast engagement - and hosts The Audacity To Podcast. Daniel also co-founded International Podcast Day and is deeply involved in helping innovate the podcasting industry through Podcasting 2.0. Dave Jackson, also a Hall of Fame Inductee, is Head of Podcasting at Podpage and has been running the School of Podcasting for more than 20 years. He's spoken at numerous events, ran New Media Expo in 2014, and authored the book "Profit From Your Podcast". Jenn Trepeck created her own health and wellness enterprise almost 20 years ago and offers Optimal Health Coaching. She also hosts "Salad With a Side of Fries" and authored the book "Uncomplicating Wellness: Ditch the Rules, Quiet the Noise, Reclaim Your Life". Martin Lindeskog: A blogger since 2002 and podcaster since 2006, Martin is a New Media Advisor at TeaParty.Media and authored "Tea Book Sketches: Ideas And Notions About The Second Most Popular Beverage In The World". Find all his shows, resources, and send him some Satoshis: https://bio.link/lyceum - or find him on TrueFans.fm: https://truefans.fm/fans/lyceum ☕️ Send Martin a direct message on LinkedIn, or an email message and tell him what you thought about the episode > he will send you a coffee or tea sample, FOC (free of charge). ______________________________ Tools we used: *Riverside.fm to RECORD We used Riverside to record this episode. PodChapters.com for Chapters Of course we had to use PodChapters.com to make chapters for this one! *Captivate.fm for our podcast MEDIA HOST Captivate offers amazing features for a low monthly price, including full control of dynamic insertion, embedded chapters, and Blocks/Shortcodes to quickly add content to show notes (either static or dynamically!) *Use of the above affiliate links may earn us a commission, which is used to support the efforts of this show. Thank you in advance for your support! ______________________________ Mentioned in this episode: Benfits in the Podcast Editor Academy The Podcast Editor Academy offers all kinds of benefits - including odd ones we can't really share (because we don't know they're coming). Enjoy our Private Podcast, Weekly Challenges via email, , and monthly Office Hours. Podcast Editor Academy The Podcast Editor Academy Get access to 35+ years of small business experience from Steve Stewart and decade of learning inside the Podcast Editor Academy. PLUS: Weekly Challenges via email, Windshield University with our Private Podcast, and monthly Office Hours. Podcast Editor Academy This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

#130: Podcasters should STOP focusing on the wrong things - and put that time and effort into the right things. Our panel discusses several things we see our clients doing that could be better spent in areas that will make their shows more successful. Do you agree with the Top 5 Things we shared? We certainly didn't agree with each other...why should you? 😁 Key moments: (03:36) Stop Chasing AI & Video Views (06:16) Beyond Downloads and Video Stress (08:36) Video Engagement vs. Audio Depth (12:49) Video’s Flexibility and Challenges (17:32) Rethinking Episode Descriptions & Titles (21:50) Beware of Low-Cost CPM Ads (28:01) Editing Transcripts for Discovery by AI (35:36) Be Memorable and Entertaining (43:02) Analytics Over Downloads (45:52) Intentional Replays & SEO (49:24) Clarifying Your Podcast Strategy Resources mentioned in the show: Audiobook by Tom Webster - The Audience Is Listening: A Little Guide to Building a Big Podcast Study on Podcast Trailers - A Playbook for Producing Successful Teasers Our guests: Jason Soderberg aka PodVader is currently the VP of Podcast Operations and Production at the Cumulus Podcast Network. He first started all the way back in 2004 as the Producer who created the ESPN platform of podcasts. In between, he’s served as the Head of Content for BlogTalkRadio/Spreaker/VoxNest - pioneering Dynamic Ad Insertion, the Locked On Network - continuing his passion for sports podcasts, and independent consulting. ...A rare bird who’s worked in both corporate and independent podcasting since the inception of the media. 🔎 Find him at https://cumuluspodcastnetwork.com Andrea Klunder is the founder, media strategist, and lead producer-editor of The Creative Impostor Studios, a boutique agency producing award-winning audio documentary and podcast experiences for artists, organizations, and industry leaders dedicated to cultural impact. She has developed and produced shows for The Santa Fe Opera, New Mexico Department of Cultural Affairs, and Del Sol Quartet, whose first season was an Official Selection at the Tribeca Festival. Andrea facilitates Power Your Story, a high school mentoring program and podcast produced by neurodiverse students in Chicago, which was a finalist for the Google Creators program in 2019, and has been a featured speaker and trainer for Podcast Movement, Podfest, She Podcasts Live, the University of Florida, Opera America Education Forum, After School Matters, and many, many podcasts. Her mission is to help your voice shine! 🤫 Andrea’s secret podcast featuring voice memos about strategic insights and podcasting skills https://app.helloaudio.fm/feed/3d09b4d6-fddf-4a2c-8338-ac295c32666e/signup Lou Bartone helps smart business owners use AI to save time, simplify marketing, and create better content without sounding like a malfunctioning robot in a rented blazer. As a former Hollywood TV executive, video marketing expert, and Certified AI Consultant, Lou brings strategy, storytelling, and practical AI know-how to entrepreneurs who want results without the tech-induced migraine. Tired of asking ChatGPT for content ideas and getting back a bowl of digital oatmeal? Join the AI Playground for just $11/month. 👉 https://loubortone.com/AIP ______________________________ Tools we used: *Riverside.fm to RECORD *WhisperTranscribe for SHOW NOTES PodChapters for EMBEDDED CHAPTERS *Captivate.fm for our podcast MEDIA HOST *Use of the above affiliate links may earn us a commission, which is used to support the efforts of this show. Thank you in advance for your support! ______________________________ Mentioned in this episode: The Podcast Editor Academy Get access to 35+ years of small business experience from Steve Stewart and decade of learning inside the Podcast Editor Academy. PLUS: Weekly Challenges via email, Windshield University with our Private Podcast, and monthly Office Hours. Podcast Editor Academy This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy