Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategies for Growing a Podcast That Converts
Named the best podcast on podcasting, this isn’t another “share great content and stay consistent” show doling out generic podcasting advice. We’re breaking down 15,000+ hours of study into what today's top hosts do differently to create bingeworthy podcasts that convert.
Hosted by Forbes and Rolling Stone–featured podcasting psychology expert, Webby Awards judge, and PodLaunch® founder Courtney Elmer, you’ll get the podcasting tools and strategies other shows won’t dare to share (backed by 70+ Top 100 podcast launches).
Expect unfiltered coaching, behind-the-scenes breakdowns, and “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?!” podcasting advice to help you master growing a podcast your future listeners can’t stop bingeing (and buying from).
When 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 if you want a podcast launch strategy that positions you as the authority in your category and drives revenue...
Welcome to the podcast that’s about to change the game for you. Hit follow and let’s dive in.
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Popular Guests Include: Adam Adams, Alex Sanfilippo, Dave Jackson, Ellie Puckett, Gay Hendricks, Grant Baldwin, Hal Elrod, James Cridland, James Wedmore, Jeremy Enns, John Lee Dumas, Jordan Harbinger, Kevin Chemidlin, Seth Silvers, Stacy Tuschl, Tom Rossi, and many more.
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Popular Episode Topics Include:
>> How to Start a Podcast, Podcast Launch Strategy, & Ranking Your Podcast in the Top 100
>> Podcast Messaging, Podcasting Psychology, & Creating Bingeworthy Podcast Content
>> Growing a Podcast, Podcast Marketing, & Listener Engagement Strategies
>> Podcasting Tools, Podcasting Trends, & Podcasting Mistakes to Avoid
>>How to Monetize Your Podcast, Podcast Listener Conversion, & Video Podcasting
Insider Secrets to a Top 100 Podcast with Courtney Elmer | Podcasting Strategies for Growing a Podcast That Converts
How to Know If a Podcast Network Is Right for You | Stephen Perlstein
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If you think getting picked up by a podcast network is the fast track to podcast growth, this episode will save you from disappointment (and probably a bad contract).
Stephen Perlstein, Senior VP of Business Development at Libsyn, joins me to break down how podcast networks actually work (and when the right one can be a smart move for your show). We’re unpacking what networks do well, what they don’t do, and the biggest red flags to watch for when evaluating a potential deal.
So if you’ve been curious about podcast networks and want to know how to spot the signs of a partnership that can support long-term growth, hit play and let’s dive in.
1:02 – Why Getting “Picked Up by a Network” Won’t Magically Grow Your Show
3:26 – What a Podcast Network Actually Is (And What It’s Not)
10:08 – Major Red Flags to Watch for in Network Deals
12:41 – Should You Ever Pay to Join a Podcast Network?
13:12 – What Realistic Monetization Timelines Actually Look Like
Episode Links:
- Meet Stephen Perlstein: Substack | LinkedIn
- Read Stephen’s take on where podcasting is headed: Building the Future of Podcasting
Other Episodes You’ll Love:
- Podcast Network Red Flags to Watch For
→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U
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