Ever wonder how you stumbled upon your favorite podcast? Was it by a friend's recommendation or a happy accident? In this episode, we dive deep into the world of podcast discoverability and audience engagement—two essentials for any podcaster looking to grow their reach and captivate listeners.

Our guest is none other than Arielle Nissenblatt, the powerhouse behind the Earbuds Podcast Collective and a board member of the Podcast Academy. Arielle is a trailblazer in the podcasting space, with unique insights on how to help your podcast stand out and build a loyal following.

A passionate advocate for podcasting, Arielle founded the Earbuds Podcast Collective—a newsletter dedicated to thoughtful podcast recommendations. Her experience and role at the Podcast Academy have positioned her as a go-to authority on effective podcast strategies, making her an invaluable resource for both seasoned podcasters and newcomers alike.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• Arielle's Podcast Journey: From her early days as a podcast fan to becoming a respected industry expert.
• The Story Behind Earbuds Podcast Collective: Discover the mission of Earbuds and how it has become a key platform for podcast recommendations.
• Strategies for Podcast Discoverability: Explore Arielle’s insights on multi-channel discoverability and how to leverage personalized recommendations to reach the right audience.
• Amplifying Listener Growth: Learn the best techniques for promoting your show, sustaining growth, and using social proof to enhance your podcast’s appeal.
• Audience Engagement 101: Tips for connecting with listeners, fostering loyalty, and growing your community.
• Choosing a Podcast Hosting Provider: A breakdown of hosting options to help you find the perfect fit for your show.

Resources and Links from the Episode:

• Earbuds Podcast Collective: earbuds.audio
• Listen to Who Weekly: Who Weekly Podcast
• Follow Arielle on Twitter: @arithisandthat
• Follow Arielle on Instagram: @ariellethisandthat
• Follow Arielle on Linkedin: Arielle Nisenblatt
• Follow Earbuds Podcast Recommendations on Twitter: @EarbudsPodCol
• Follow The Podcast Academy on Twitter: @podcastacademy
• Follow Podcast Academy on Instagram: @theambies
• Follow Podcast Academy on Linkedin: The Podcast Academy

Arielle’s Podcast Recommendations

• Listen to The Daily Zeitgeist Podcast
• Listen to Today Explained Show

Resources

• Record Podcasts and Videos From Anywhere: Riverside.fm
• Elevate your podcast game and buy Shure MV7
• Podcast creation software Descript

This episode is packed with insights from one of the industry's top minds. Join us as Arielle Nissenblatt shares strategies to elevate your podcast, increase discoverability, and engage with your audience in meaningful ways. Tune in, take notes, and prepare to take your podcast to the next level!

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