<p>If you’re looking for honest insight into how real podcasters build, grow, and evolve their shows, you’re in the right place. In this episode, I talk with Elias Marty, host of Politically High Tech—a podcast that weaves together politics, technology, and human development in a unique way. If you often feel stuck between the loud extremes of conversation, you’ll appreciate Elias’ honest take on representing the “silent majority” and what it takes to balance nuance and growth.</p><p>Listen in for his straightforward lessons on making your podcast financially sustainable, including how starting an LLC and monetizing with platforms like Pod Match can help. We also dive into how feedback, even the critical kind, shapes better sound, video, and overall listener experience—something every creator can relate to. By the end, you’ll walk away with practical ideas on audience growth and what it really means to stay motivated through tough podcasting seasons. Elias’ story proves that indie podcasters can find their voice and momentum by being authentic, open to feedback, and persistent.</p><p><br /></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>If <em>My Podcast Story</em> speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.</p><p>There’s more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the <em>My Podcast Story</em> newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.</p><p>Sign up here: <a href="https://mypodcaststory.com/join" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mypodcaststory.com/join</a></p><p>If the stories you hear on <em>My Podcast Story</em> bring you inspiration, clarity, or simply a moment of connection, consider supporting the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every contribution helps me continue sharing the journeys of podcasters from around the world.Support the show: <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhq" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhq</a></p><p>Want to be a guest on My Podcast Story? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: <a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststory" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststory</a></p><p><br /><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Welcome and Show Intro<br />00:45 Meet Elias Marty<br />01:12 Podcast Format Explained<br />02:32 Mixing Politics, Tech, and Development<br />02:45 Inspiration Behind the Show<br />04:28 Evolution and Adaptation<br />04:34 How the Podcast Began<br />05:39 Starting to Make Money<br />06:07 Using Pod Match and Monetization<br />08:22 Pod Match’s Impact on Growth<br />09:41 Changing Formats and Listening to Feedback<br />11:22 Adding More Value to Episodes<br />13:16 The Podcast as a Business<br />16:35 Audience Demographics and Changes<br />17:50 Download Numbers and Growth<br />19:07 Major Growth Levers and Tools<br />20:52 Recording, Editing, and Distribution Workflow<br />22:52 Posting Schedule and Consistency<br />23:03 Why Podcasting?<br />25:24 How Podcasting Changed Elias<br />28:36 Plans and Projections for the Future<br />32:40 Balancing Guests and Perspectives<br />32:49 Responding to Feedback and Improving Audio<br />34:37 Advice for New Podcasters<br />37:23 Building a Team and Learning by Doing<br />38:50 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Elias<br />41:46 Outro and Next Steps</p><p></p>

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Podcast Growth Growth Secrets I Learned the Hard Way—One Download at a Time — Elias Marty | Ep 103

OCT 10, 202542 MIN
My Podcast Story

Podcast Growth Growth Secrets I Learned the Hard Way—One Download at a Time — Elias Marty | Ep 103

OCT 10, 202542 MIN

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<p>If you’re looking for honest insight into how real podcasters build, grow, and evolve their shows, you’re in the right place. In this episode, I talk with Elias Marty, host of Politically High Tech—a podcast that weaves together politics, technology, and human development in a unique way. If you often feel stuck between the loud extremes of conversation, you’ll appreciate Elias’ honest take on representing the “silent majority” and what it takes to balance nuance and growth.</p><p>Listen in for his straightforward lessons on making your podcast financially sustainable, including how starting an LLC and monetizing with platforms like Pod Match can help. We also dive into how feedback, even the critical kind, shapes better sound, video, and overall listener experience—something every creator can relate to. By the end, you’ll walk away with practical ideas on audience growth and what it really means to stay motivated through tough podcasting seasons. Elias’ story proves that indie podcasters can find their voice and momentum by being authentic, open to feedback, and persistent.</p><p><br /></p><p>Website: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliasmarty/</a></p><p><br /></p><p>If <em>My Podcast Story</em> speaks to you, consider subscribing so you never miss an episode. And if you have a moment, leaving a review helps more people discover the stories shared here. Your support truly means a lot.</p><p>There’s more to every story than what you hear on the episode. Join the <em>My Podcast Story</em> newsletter to receive thoughtful takeaways, episode extras, and personal notes that don’t make it into the show. It’s a quiet way to stay inspired between listens.</p><p>Sign up here: <a href="https://mypodcaststory.com/join" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://mypodcaststory.com/join</a></p><p>If the stories you hear on <em>My Podcast Story</em> bring you inspiration, clarity, or simply a moment of connection, consider supporting the podcast by buying me a coffee. Every contribution helps me continue sharing the journeys of podcasters from around the world.Support the show: <a href="https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhq" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://buymeacoffee.com/wisdomhq</a></p><p>Want to be a guest on My Podcast Story? Send Wisdom Okonkwo a message on PodMatch, here: <a href="https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststory" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/mypodcaststory</a></p><p><br /><strong>Chapters</strong></p><p>00:00 Welcome and Show Intro<br />00:45 Meet Elias Marty<br />01:12 Podcast Format Explained<br />02:32 Mixing Politics, Tech, and Development<br />02:45 Inspiration Behind the Show<br />04:28 Evolution and Adaptation<br />04:34 How the Podcast Began<br />05:39 Starting to Make Money<br />06:07 Using Pod Match and Monetization<br />08:22 Pod Match’s Impact on Growth<br />09:41 Changing Formats and Listening to Feedback<br />11:22 Adding More Value to Episodes<br />13:16 The Podcast as a Business<br />16:35 Audience Demographics and Changes<br />17:50 Download Numbers and Growth<br />19:07 Major Growth Levers and Tools<br />20:52 Recording, Editing, and Distribution Workflow<br />22:52 Posting Schedule and Consistency<br />23:03 Why Podcasting?<br />25:24 How Podcasting Changed Elias<br />28:36 Plans and Projections for the Future<br />32:40 Balancing Guests and Perspectives<br />32:49 Responding to Feedback and Improving Audio<br />34:37 Advice for New Podcasters<br />37:23 Building a Team and Learning by Doing<br />38:50 Closing Thoughts and Where to Find Elias<br />41:46 Outro and Next Steps</p><p></p>