
Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategy for Business Growth
This isn’t another “share great content and stay consistent” podcast about podcasting. We’re breaking down 15,000+ hours of study into what top hosts do differently to create bingeworthy podcasts that convert.
Hosted by Forbes- and Rolling Stone-featured podcast psychology expert and Webby Awards judge Courtney Elmer—who’s helped over 70+ hosts launch Top 100 shows—you’ll get the tools and strategies other shows won’t dare to share. Expect unfiltered coaching, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and the kind of “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?!” advice to help you build a podcast your future clients can’t stop bingeing (and buying from).
So if you’re ready to break out of “less-than-200-download-per-episode” jail and stop settling for downloads that don’t reflect your effort—or you want to launch a podcast that positions you as an authority in your niche and drives real revenue—welcome to the podcast that’s about to change the game for you. Hit play and let’s dive in.
Popular Guests Include: Jordan Harbinger, John Lee Dumas, James Cridland, Tom Rossi, Jeremy Enns, Kevin Chemidlin, Dave Jackson, Alex Sanfilippo, Seth Silvers, Stacy Tuschl, Kate Erickson, Grant Baldwin, Hal Elrod, Gay Hendricks, Brandon Lucero, James Wedmore, and more.
Popular Episode Topics Include: Podcasting for Business Growth, Starting a Podcast, Podcast Audience Growth, Podcasting for Profit, Podcasting Psychology, Increasing Listener Engagement, Creating Bingeworthy Podcast Content, Lead Generation Through Podcasting, Business Podcasting, Ranking Your Podcast in The Top 100, Podcast Launch Strategy, Podcast Monetization Strategies, Podcast Messaging, Podcast Positioning
Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategy for Business Growth
5 Ways to Create Swiftie-Level Loyalty That Drives Podcast Growth
Taylor Swift’s engagement dominated headlines, but the real story is what it revealed about fan psychology. To outsiders, it might look like an obsession. In reality? This "crazy" fan behavior all boils down to simple human psychology. And it’s the same psychology you can use to get your listeners binging your podcast every week.
In this episode, I'm breaking down five simple but powerful shifts that will help you turn casual listeners into die-hard fans of your show. Plus, I’ll share easy ways to connect with your listeners both on and off the mic so they see you as more than a host, but a trusted friend whose advice they follow with their wallet.
Ready to create fans who treat your show the way Swifties treat Taylor? Hit play and let's dive in.
3:12 – Why Some Podcasts Feel Addictive (and Others Are Forgettable)
6:46 – 3 Ways Consistency Creates Fan Attachment (Like Swifties Waiting for Tickets)
12:38 – The Fastest Way to Turn a Stranger Into a Loyal Fan of Your Show
17:30 – How to Use Easter Eggs and Callbacks to Reward Listener Loyalty
23:15 – What Actually Gets Listeners to Trust You
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