<p>Most people think podcasting is about getting in front of the biggest audience possible. That’s not how it actually works. The real opportunity is understanding how podcasts build relationships, create trust, and open doors you can’t predict.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Takeaways</p><ul><li>Podcasting is less about reach and more about alignment and relationships</li><li>You do not need large shows to create meaningful opportunities</li><li>Many people know podcasts are valuable but do not understand how to approach them</li><li>Podcast appearances often lead to outcomes that cannot be directly measured or forecasted</li><li>This show exists to share how podcast booking actually works behind the scenes</li></ul><p>Booked is hosted by Spencer Carpenter of Outlier Audio and Amanda Foley of Curate Your Soul PR</p><p><br></p><p>Connect with Us</p><p><strong>Spencer Carpenter</strong><br><a href="https://www.outlieraudio.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.outlieraudio.com/</a><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencercarpenter/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/spencercarpenter/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Amanda Foley</strong><br><a href="https://www.curateyoursoul.com/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.curateyoursoul.com/</a><br><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandafoley/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandafoley/</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Want to Get Booked on Podcasts?</strong></p><p>If you want to start taking action, here are a few places to begin:</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Start here:</strong><br>Download the free KAOR Worksheet to identify the right topics and podcasts that align with your expertise:<br><a href="https://outlieraudio.com/worksheet" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">https://outlieraudio.com/worksheet</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Next step:</strong></p><p><br>Join PodMatch to get matched with podcast hosts looking for guests like you:<br><a href="https://www.joinpodmatch.com/spencercarpenter" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.joinpodmatch.com/spencercarpenter</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Then upgrade your setup:</strong></p><p>Good audio and lighting make a bigger difference than most people think.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Mic recommendations:</strong><br>Shure MV7+ (premium): <a href="https://amzn.to/3F0p5s6" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/3F0p5s6</a><br>Blue Yeti USB (popular): <a href="https://amzn.to/4334v2m" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/4334v2m</a><br>FIFINE USB/XLR (budget): <a href="https://amzn.to/4ke9x3c" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/4ke9x3c</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lighting:</strong><br>Clip-on monitor light: <a href="https://amzn.to/4mgE68N" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://amzn.to/4mgE68N</a></p>