Podcircle Podcast

Have you ever wondered what an audio podcast editor does with your audio? How do they make everything sound level, cohesive and professional? This week Mickenzie is asking Kyle all about his process. Kyle has been working in professional audio for 15+ years as a Nashville-based music producer turned CEO and Founder of Podcircle. Kyle and Mickenzie have been working together for 4 years on several podcast projects. In this episode, Mickenzie has some questions for Kyle about his editing process, how to manage unforeseen audio issues, and what tools he uses to create a premium audio podcast. The discussion also touches on balancing DIY efforts with professional editing to produce top-notch podcast content. Let's jump in! ✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit. 00:00 Intro 00:13 Meet Kyle: Our Audio Editing Expert 01:30 The Editing Process Unveiled 05:57 Handling Audio Issues and Backup Plans 08:26 Advanced Editing Techniques and Tools 10:30 Outsourcing and Expertise -------------------------------------------- ► Need help launching a B2B podcast? We can help! ► Need a professional podcast editor? It's our specialty. ► Recommended Podcast Gear Microphone Headphones Earbuds Webcam ► Recording remote podcasts like us? Use Riverside! ► We use Transitor.fm to host our podcast and you should, too. Disclosure: We only endorse products and services that we’ve personally used or come highly recommended by trusted sources. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. We may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

How do you know when it's time to level up your podcast team in favor of better quality, consistency and communication? Our guest Danielle Sprouls tells us all about her experience letting go of her previous podcast management and what it's been like partnering with Podcircle. In this episode, Danielle (creator and host of the Unscripted Pivots podcast), shares her journey into podcasting, the importance of quality over cost, and the critical role of "partnership" in her podcasting success. We learn how her podcast helped her navigate her own "unscripted pivot" from her longtime career in corporate real estate title insurance into her new career — business and executive coaching. Learn more about Danielle: Unscripted Pivots Coaching Follow Danielle on LinkedIn ✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit. 00:00 Intro 00:59 Meet Danielle Sprouls 02:35 Danielle's Journey into Podcasting 04:55 Challenges and Frustrations 05:27 Shifting Goals and Vision 07:41 The Importance of Professional Support 16:59 The Human Touch in Podcast Editing 19:50 Encouragement for Aspiring Podcasters 26:46 Final Thoughts -------------------------------------------- ► Need help launching a B2B podcast? We can help! ► Need a professional podcast editor? It's our specialty. ► Recommended Podcast Gear Microphone Headphones Earbuds Webcam ► Recording remote podcasts like us? Use Riverside! ► We use Transitor.fm to host our podcast and you should, too. Disclosure: We only endorse products and services that we’ve personally used or come highly recommended by trusted sources. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. We may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

When many of us started a podcast, we want to reach as many people as possible. But Kyle and Mickenzie are going to make the case that that's not the best approach — and why. This episode covers five critical questions for honing your podcast’s focus and discusses the pitfalls of trying to appeal to everyone. They also talk about the importance of competitor analysis, narrowing down your content, seeking feedback, and avoiding burnout by not overextending yourself. Welcome back to the Podcircle Podcast! ✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit. 00:00 Intro 00:55 Your Podcast Isn't for Everyone 01:41 Identifying Your Target Audience 03:05 Tapping into Your Unique Voice 04:38 Understanding Your Competition 07:58 Avoiding Overcommitment 09:26 Evaluating and Pivoting 12:05 Conclusion and Next Steps -------------------------------------------- ► Need help launching a B2B podcast? We can help! ► Need a professional podcast editor? It's our specialty. ► Recommended Podcast Gear Microphone Headphones Earbuds Webcam ► Recording remote podcasts like us? Use Riverside! ► We use Transitor.fm to host our podcast and you should, too. Disclosure: We only endorse products and services that we’ve personally used or come highly recommended by trusted sources. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. We may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

Want to discover some practical strategies and common pitfalls for promoting your podcast effectively? Then this episode is for you! Join Mickenzie and Kyle as they discuss maximizing your content’s reach through various formats, avoiding predictability in your promotions, the importance of using video, and how to market your podcast even without video equipment. They also discuss leveraging guest networks, the value of strategic CTAs, and positioning yourself as a subject matter expert without falling into the "curse of knowledge". Let's dive in! ✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit. 00:00 Intro 00:32 Maximizing Your Content Reach 01:04 Avoiding Predictability in Promotions 01:52 The Power of Video in Podcasting 02:28 Promoting Without Video 03:17 Leveraging Guest Networks 04:12 Positioning as a Subject Matter Expert 07:09 Effective Call to Actions 08:12 Engaging Your Guest Network -------------------------------------------- ► Need help launching a B2B podcast? We can help! ► Need a professional podcast editor? It's our specialty. ► Recommended Podcast Gear Microphone Headphones Earbuds Webcam ► Recording remote podcasts like us? Use Riverside! ► We use Transitor.fm to host our podcast and you should, too. Disclosure: We only endorse products and services that we’ve personally used or come highly recommended by trusted sources. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. We may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.

This week, Kyle and Mickenzie continue their series on LinkedIn by welcoming Kristin Cummings, the founder of Virtual COO, to discuss her strategic use of LinkedIn for personal and business branding. They explore how consistent engagement and authentic storytelling can amplify your presence and attract clients. Kristin shares her journey from zero to over 8,000 LinkedIn followers, the importance of supporting others on the platform, and practical tips for optimizing your LinkedIn profile. Whether you're a business owner or a podcaster, this episode offers valuable insights on leveraging LinkedIn for growth. Follow us on LinkedIn! Podcircle Kyle Cummings Mickenzie Vought And follow our guest Kristin Cummings on LinkedIn! ✅ New podcaster? Grab your FREE Podcast Starter Kit. 00:00 Introduction 01:21 Introducing Kristin Cummings 02:23 Kristin's LinkedIn Journey 04:23 Finding Clients and Networking on LinkedIn 07:43 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile 09:29 Balancing Personal and Business Pages -------------------------------------------- ► Need help launching a B2B podcast? We can help! ► Need a professional podcast editor? It's our specialty. ► Recommended Podcast Gear Microphone Headphones Earbuds Webcam ► Recording remote podcasts like us? Use Riverside! ► We use Transitor.fm to host our podcast and you should, too. Disclosure: We only endorse products and services that we’ve personally used or come highly recommended by trusted sources. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. We may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you.