Unlock powerful podcasting tips, from mastering interviews to creating online radio stations, and learn how to amplify your message in this episode of Build a Big Podcast!

Topics covered in this episode:

Phil Donahue and Oprah Winfrey
- Phil Donahue's Impact on Daytime Talk Shows
- Oprah Winfrey's Acknowledgment of Donahue
- Encouragement to Engage Listeners
- Reference to Phil Donahue and David Letterman Interview
Own Your Niche
- Concept of Niche Ownership in Podcasting
- Examples of Podcasters Adopting Words on Wordnik
- Benefits of Word Adoptions for Engagement and SEO
Larry King's Interview Preparation
- Claim: Larry King Never Prepared for Interviews
- Discussion on Authenticity vs. Preparation
- Comparison with other Professionals (e.g., Guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen)
- Advice on Traditional and Non-Traditional Preparation
Apple Podcasts Web Edition
- Benefits for Non-Apple Device Users
- Increased Accessibility for Listeners
Creating an Online Radio Station
- Introduction to Radioize
- Benefits of Online Radio Stations for Podcasters
- Different Use Cases: Music, Fitness, Comedy
The Gang Run Printing Method
- Explanation of Gang Run Concept
- Advantages in Cost and Time Efficiency
- Advice on Scheduling Multiple Podcast Episodes for Recording
Top 50 Podcasts in the United States
- Trends in Top Podcasts
- Advice Against Chasing Charts
- Emphasis on Authentic Content Creation

Episode Timestamps

04:47 Engaging with your audience create impactful podcasts
09:11 The importance of authenticity in podcasting interviews
10:23 Preparation is key ...
15:33 Using podcast programming to drive traffic
16:17 Increase live interaction for your podcast by using this tool
20:01 New podcast content, including entertainment and talk
24:29 Gratitude for you

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