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PodSchool

Do you want to create a kick-arse podcast people will want to listen to? Podcasting expert, Rachel Corbett, shares her short actionable tips to help you create compelling content, connect with an audience and keep listeners coming back for more. If you want even more help with your podcast check out Rachel"s online podcasting course at podschool.com.au

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05:39

What do you do if you can't release episodes weekly?

PodSchool ·

2025/02/23

Today I'm answering this question from Donna...Q: In the beginning if weekly too hard to commit to, can you start once a fortnight? Isn't it better to have a crack and then increase it to weekly over time?If releasing your show fortnightly or monthly is going to mean the difference between your show getting out there or never seeing the light of day then you can definitely work on a frequency that suits you.The main thing you MUST do, whatever frequency you choose, is be consistent.This podcast was

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05:51

Should you edit your podcast interviews?

PodSchool ·

2025/02/16

Today's question is from Angie...Q: Is it ok to edit an interview down?The short answer? Absolutely.In fact, there's nothing that should be going out to your audience without editing.Cutting down an interview isn't about manipulating what your guest is saying, or not respecting the time they gave you.It's about ensuring the content that makes it's way to your audience is the absolute best it can be.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to

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14:17

How to make sure your podcast survives past a few...

PodSchool ·

2025/02/10

In today's episode I'm answering this question from Amy: "I really want to start my podcast this year, but I've heard you talk a lot about the fact that a lot of podcasts don't make it. How do I make sure mine does?"This question is all about the concept of podfade, where a podcast fades into oblivion after around about seven to ten episodes (sometimes less).This happens for a bunch of reasons including people being disappointed their audience isn't bigger, not having enough ideas to keep the show

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15:45

The 5 things you need to do to get your podcast...

PodSchool ·

2025/02/02

If you've put "Start my own podcast" on your to do list AGAIN this year, in this episode I share the top five things you need to do to get your podcast started so you can finally cross it off!A lot of people jump into podcasting and give up after only a few episodes because they don't understand what they're getting into or what it takes to create a successful show.So I hope these tips help you understand what it takes to start a podcast and keep it going over the long term.This podcast was recorded

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16:54

Should you upload your podcast to YouTube?

PodSchool ·

2023/12/17

Wondering what all the fuss is about when it comes to YouTube Podcasts?Not sure if you're going to need a complicated video set up to submit your show? Rachel Corbett takes you through what YouTube Podcasts is all about and why you should think about it as a new distribution platform for your podcast. Got a podcasting question you want answered? Let me know via this Google Form. Want more information about how YouTube Podcasting works? Check out YouTube's support pages. About me… My name is Rachel

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10:20

Why you shouldn't start a podcast

PodSchool ·

2020/11/08

Podcasting is a great way to get your message out into the world but it’s also a lot of hard work. For every show that’s listened to by millions of people, there are hundreds with an audience consisting of the host and his or her mum. So before you buy the latest gear, don the headphones, and start sprinting towards your dreams of podcasting glory, I share some questions you should ask yourself to work out whether you should start a podcast. Check out the full episode show notes:

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8:56

How to launch a podcast when you've got no following

PodSchool ·

2020/11/01

Launching a podcast is hard at the best of times but what if you’ve got no social media following or email list to share your show with? If you’re starting from scratch that doesn’t mean your show can’t be a success. In this episode I share how to launch a podcast with no following so you can bring new listeners to your show and make it a success. Check out the full episode show notes: https://rachelcorbett.com.au/blog/podcast-launch-no-following/ About me… My name is Rachel Corbett and I've

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3:56

How do the Apple Podcasts charts work?

PodSchool ·

2020/10/25

The Apple Podcasts charts are one of the ways people find new shows. So how do they work and how do you get your podcast in there? In this episode I explain what goes on behind the scenes of the podcast charts, what stats influence them the most and why you don’t need a huge amount of listeners to get featured. Check out the full episode show notes: https://rachelcorbett.com.au/blog/podcast-charts/ About me… My name is Rachel Corbett and I've worked professionally for almost two decades in

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8:37

Podcast stats explainer

PodSchool ·

2020/10/18

Not sure what all the numbers are in the back end of your podcast host? Podcast stats are really important but they’re not a perfect science. In this episode I explain what some of the most common podcast statistics mean, which ones you can rely on and the best way to use them to measure the success of your show. Check out the full episode show notes: https://rachelcorbett.com.au/podcast-stats/ About me… My name is Rachel Corbett and I've worked professionally for almost two decades in radio

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13:38

How to get multiple pieces of content from one...

PodSchool ·

2020/10/11

Releasing a podcast episode is already a pretty involved process so I’m sure you’re not looking for more things to add on your to do list. But if the only content you’re creating is the actual episode you’re missing a huge opportunity. If you’re going to put that much time and effort into releasing an episode you want to squeeze as much content out of that time as possible. So, in this episode I share how you can turn one podcast episode into multiple pieces of content which can not only help your

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12:40

How to set yourself up for podcasting success

PodSchool ·

2020/10/04

If you want to launch a successful podcast there are a lot of things you need to think about both before you get started and once your show is live. Making your podcast a success takes a lot of hard work and consistency in both creating content and promoting it. So how can you make sure you give yourself the best chance of nailing it? In this episode I take you through some really practical ways to improve your chances of podcast success so you don’t become one of the millions of shows that

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12:25

How to start a podcast

PodSchool ·

2020/09/27

Wondering what steps are involved in starting up a podcast? There’s a lot to do before you’ve pressed publish on your first episode so in this episode I step you through everything from coming up with an idea all the way through to getting your show into podcast directories like Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts and Spotify. At the end of this episode you’ll know everything you need to do to launch your own podcast. Check out the full episode show notes:

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4:01

The one thing you should never do on your podcast

PodSchool ·

2020/09/20

I can’t believe I’ve had to dedicate an entire episode to this but the fact I’ve heard it twice is two times too many so here we go! In this episode, I’m getting on my soapbox and sharing the one thing I don’t think you should EVER do on a podcast. It might seem obvious but people are still doing it and since this show is all about best-practice podcasting it’s time to call out this massive podcasting no-no. Check out the full episode show notes:

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6:13

How to improve your podcast with audio production

PodSchool ·

2020/09/13

So you’ve got your concept down and your episodes are sounding good but you want to add a little something to take your show to the next level? Audio production is just a snazzy term for anything in a podcast that isn’t the speaking bits and it can include everything from simple sound effects to fully produced podcast intros and outros. In this episode, I take you through the audio production you should have at an absolute minimum in your podcast as well as options for other fun bits and pieces if

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8:18

How long does it take to launch a podcast?

PodSchool ·

2020/09/07

So you want to get your podcast up and running but don’t know how much time you need to set aside to launch your show? Can you get a podcast launched in a matter of weeks or is it a dream you’ll have to put on the calendar for months or years in advance? In this episode I take you through the one thing you’ve got no control over when it comes to the timing of your launch and what you need to get sorted before you press publish on your show. Check out the full episode show notes:

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6:24

Should you use Zoom to record a podcast?

PodSchool ·

2020/08/31

Zoom.us has become one of the most popular video conferencing platforms in the world so it’s understandable people want to know if they can also use it to record a podcast. But is the fact a platform is convenient enough? In this episode I take you through whether Zoom is the right platform to record a podcast and what settings you should change if you want to get the best quality audio possible. Check out the full episode show notes: https://rachelcorbett.com.au/podcasting-zoom About me… My

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9:24

How to be a great podcast guest

PodSchool ·

2020/08/24

So, you’ve pitched yourself out as a guest on other people’s podcasts and someone has said yes! How do you make sure you bring your podcast guest A-game and deliver the best quality content possible? In this episode I share tips on what you can do before, during and after a record to make sure the host of the podcast is desperate to have you back. Check out the full episode show notes: https://rachelcorbett.com.au/podcast-guest-tips/ About me… My name is Rachel Corbett and I've worked

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4:01

Why you shouldn't read on your podcast

PodSchool ·

2020/08/17

Have you got a mountain of written content and you want to turn it into a podcast? Repurposing existing content on a blog or from a book is a great idea. But if you want to build an audience of highly-engaged podcast listeners (you do!), reading your content isn't a good way to go about it. A podcast is a show, not an audiobook so in this episode I share why having a lot of written content to repurpose is great but how to turn that into audio content so you don’t bore your audience. Check out the

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8:15

How to pitch yourself as a guest on other podcasts

PodSchool ·

2020/08/10

Getting featured on other podcasts is one of the best ways to grow your audience because the easiest people to convert to listening to a new show are people who are listening to podcasts already. So how do you pitch yourself to other podcasters in a way that makes them think “I want this person on my show!” and not “I want this person to go away!” Getting your pitch right can be the difference between never getting a response and getting yourself in front of an audience of potential listeners who

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7:29

Do you need social media accounts for your podcast?

PodSchool ·

2020/08/03

So you've got your podcast up and running and now you want to make sure you're doing the best possible job of marketing your show through social media. Do you need to create new social media accounts for your podcast or can you use your personal one? Do you have to be on every single social media platform or can you choose one or two? And how do you strike the balance between informing people about your podcast and annoying them? In this episode, I explain when you need to separate your podcast

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