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Big Podcast Playbook - Marketing for Podcasters (A Podcast on Podcasting)

David Hooper

Big Podcast Playbook: the no-fluff marketing podcast for podcasters who want audience growth.

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24:51

Returning After a Long Break: What Happens?

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2025/12/24

Can podcast awards really boost your reputation, and what happens when you return to podcasting after years away? David Hooper shares stories, listener letters, and hard-won insights in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Game podcast awards for envy-inducing credibility Micro-fame: win an award with only 50 votes Awards hype: open doors, but hollow inside Quit for years? Return with even more power Feel like a beginner again ... and win Old podcast kings return:

16:27

The Truth About Podcast Awards

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2025/12/12

Can paying for podcast awards actually help you grow your audience, or is your money better spent elsewhere? Why most trophies aren't worth chasing in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode The ugly truth behind paid podcast awards Trophy chasing: envy fuels empty victories Sponsors don't care about your shiny award Award-winning? Listeners don't care Judge panels: old, out of touch, easily bought Why $300 is better spent on gear, not glory Make your podcast irresistible

16:25

Turning One-Time Listeners Into Loyal Podcast Fans

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2025/12/03

Turning casual listeners into loyal podcast fans and building true community, plus how shorter episodes, punchy hooks, and connecting with your audience can grow your show in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Hook listeners with stolen cowboy boots mystery Shorter episodes: save time, boost completion envy Secrets to building real podcast community revealed Tease your best stories ... ignite listener curiosity Audiograms that actually convert: the three-bullet fix

17:42

Grassroots Podcast Growth: Cutting Through the Noise

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2025/12/01

Cutting through overwhelming noise, building real connections, and using grassroots strategies to grow your podcast, plus the surprising lessons learned from a local political campaign, in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Grassroots hustle beats big-budget political noise Viral fame fades, relationships anchor true power Forget algorithms ... "door-knocking" builds real loyalty Annoying or helpful? Your marketing's razor's edge Neighborhood influence trumps paid

09:21

Audacity 4: The Big Upgrade

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2025/11/26

Audacity 4 is here (sort of), and David takes you inside the alpha version, sharing why it's a game-changer for podcasters and how you can help shape its future in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Audacity 4: the free DAW pros will envy Upgrade your workflow, unlock hidden podcast power Take control, shape your tools Sound like a pro ... minimal gear, maximum impact Get inside: break, report, and shape Podcasters influencing software ... how your wish becomes

32:28

Unlocking Better Interviews: What Makes a Great...

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2025/11/18

What really makes a podcast guest great (and why it's not just about filling out forms, sharing tips, or being a great speaker) in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Your story's impact: would your audience miss you? Does vulnerability really trump selling in interviews? The secrets behind unforgettable guest energy Famous guests: does likability even matter? Reinvent your story? Or bore with "greatest hits"? The red light effect: overcoming instant stage fright

14:35

How to Become a Great Podcast Host

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2025/11/15

Want to know what really makes a podcast host great? David Hooper breaks down the secrets to setting the space, guiding guests, and running unforgettable interviews in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode The truth about co-author interviews Guests that kill episode momentum How big-name guests hog all attention Insider secrets for making podcast guests shine Why publicists ruin unforgettable interviews Good hosts aren't born, they're made Why You Should Listen The

27:26

Hard Truths About Podcast Coaching, Ads, and Growth

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2025/11/09

Why spending big money on ads, chasing viral fame, or following every new platform isn't the answer (and what really builds a podcast audience that matters) in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Luck, ads, or fame: podcast growth myths exposed Viral moments: why fame doesn't equal loyalty $15,000 spent, only 178 downloads ... now what? Famous parents, forgotten children Coaches promising millions Build longing: make a podcast worth missing Small hinges, big doors

33:19

Why I Changed the Name of this Podcast After 700...

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2025/11/04

After nearly 700 episodes, David Hooper made the bold decision to change this podcast's name. Why he did it, how it impacts his listeners, and what you should consider before a rebrand in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Change your name, change your momentum The grass is greener: podcasters crave novelty Big mistakes: don't buy your own hype Sunk cost: abandon your old podcast identity? Relentless rebranding: how Shaq forced my hand Scud Busters ... why trendy

06:31

Avoiding Failure Porn and Focusing on Your Authentic...

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2025/10/30

Ever wonder if you should really pay attention to your instincts—or if chasing excitement will only burn you out? David Hooper breaks down the final step to finding your podcasting voice (and what NOT to do with your flaws) in this episode of Big Podcast Playbook ... Big Ideas in This Episode Change your podcast name, ignite listener curiosity Exploit your flaws ... but don't overshare your failures Dopamine addiction: how podcasts spiral into extremes Most podcasters sabotage themselves with fake

06:40

How to Avoid Copycat Podcasting

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2025/10/28

Should you copy what other successful podcasters do, or blaze your own trail—and does paying attention to others really help you find your unique voice? David breaks it down in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode How "pay attention to others" triggers creative envy Ignore the rules ... why breaking them brings power Don't copy Rogan: fame's unfair advantage exposed Secret signal: Why listeners follow the herd The hidden danger of "famous microphone" obsession Seduced

06:58

How Podcasters Can Level Up Fast

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2025/10/27

Why simply practicing your podcast isn't enough and how the right kind of focused practice will actually help you find your authentic voice in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode Are you brave enough to speak your fears? Use your flaws ... listeners secretly envy authenticity Ignore podcasting "rules" and seize control Practice isn't enough ... "perfect practice" breeds power Creative limits spark unexpected, lust-worthy brilliance Content isn't king ... exceptional

05:13

Podcasting Rules: When to Break Them and When to Follow

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2025/10/26

Should you break podcasting rules or learn them first? David dives into how knowing the rules helps you find your voice and when it's time to break them in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode Change your podcast name—power move or mistake? Break podcasting rules and dominate your niche Podcast what scares you—your audience craves it Leverage your darkest flaws for listener loyalty Stand out: ignore “safe” advice, dominate minds Hit podcast fame: don’t chase creativity,

08:55

Should You Copy or Innovate?

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2025/10/08

Should you try to stand out or fit in—and can you do both at once? David shares how bringing your own voice and experience to podcasting is the real key to being noticed (without reinventing the wheel) in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode Stand out: fitting in feeds your podcast's death Breaking rules? Learn them first, then rebel Mention your scars, but don’t parade them Your podcast voice: envy-worthy or echo chamber? Copy the crowd? Producer or star? Control your

07:15

Oversharing Flaws and Failure Porn

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2025/10/05

Should you highlight your flaws to stand out, or does "failure porn" turn listeners off? David breaks down the difference and reveals what really makes your podcast matter in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode Why “perfect” podcasts bore people ... and how to stop Oversharing your flaws? It’s failure porn Listeners crave authenticity, not your confessions Your podcast: church, cult, or community? Podcast hosts: main character or just a guide? Master relatability

10:56

Leveraging Your Story: Podcast Marketing Through...

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2025/09/12

Your unique life experiences are the secret weapon to making a podcast that truly stands out—how to leverage them and why it matters in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode Leverage your life—no one else has your story Scared to share? That’s your secret weapon ... maybe Don’t fake authority—audiences crave “been there” truth Outshine AI: machines copy, you live the story Turn failures and weird jobs into podcast gold Combine life lessons with your topic Why You Should

10:28

How to Develop Your Unique Podcast Voice

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2025/09/08

Sharing your true self, even what scares you, could be the key to standing out and connecting with your audience, and David explores just how to do it in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode Nashville’s podcasting scene: a hotbed for success Scared to share? That’s your true voice ... maybe Stop hiding behind “old school” podcast masks Are you just another bland Manhattan coffee list? Share yourself—but don’t dive into “failure porn” Comfort expands: revealing more

22:23

Culture Wars and Podcasting

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2025/09/01

If you've ever worried about outrage, rebranding backlash, or haters coming for your podcast, here's how to handle the noise, protect your show, and keep your community strong in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode Outrage sells: how brands survive culture wars Viral backlash? Build a spine, not just spikes Podcast mob attacks—will you stand or crumble? Ditch shallow trends; create legendary podcast status Cash grabs kill trust—choose sponsor partners wisely “Dance

26:21

Dead Air

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2025/08/18

Everything can go wrong when the clock is ticking on live radio, even for veterans. How David handled 28 seconds of dead air and what every podcaster can learn from it in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode What 28 seconds of dead air teaches power Dead air: your biggest fear, greatest opportunity The broadcast clock doesn’t care—control or chaos? Mistakes: your shortcut to true podcast authority Why desperation for guests destroys your show Skip apologies: your

27:34

11 Commandments of Podcasting (Insider 241)

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2025/07/22

AI's impact on podcasting, why genuine connection matters more than ever, the rise of AI-generated bands, strategies for releasing episode clips, and the 11 Commandments every podcaster should know in this episode of Build a Big Podcast ... Big Ideas in This Episode AI bands: millions of streams, zero humanity Turn fake connections into real podcast fans Clips before full episodes: seduce the algorithm Feel cheated? Audiences crave authentic hosts 11 commandments: banish burnout and finish projects

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