01 Aug 🏖️Is Taking a Break Essential for Podcasters?🤔
👋Hey there Podcaster!
Like athletes in the Olympics, podcasters need to pace themselves to achieve peak performance. Just as Olympians benefit from rest and recovery periods, podcasters also need breaks to recharge and maintain their creativity. In the newsletter this week, I have bite-size insights on prepping for a new season.
🏖️Is Taking a Break Essential for Podcasters?🤔
When I first started my podcast, the idea of taking a break felt like a luxury I couldn’t afford. But over the years, I’ve learned that for many podcasters, it’s not a luxury—it’s essential.
In our Podcasting Morning Chat episode this week, I want to share some insights from my latest episode on prepping for a new season.
🗓️ When to Take a Break: After hitting milestones like 50 or 100 episodes or producing content for a year, a short break can provide that much-needed spark. Plus, it builds anticipation among your audience.
⏺️ Batch Recording: Utilize the break to batch record interviews and episodes. This approach helps you stay ahead of schedule and reduces the stress of weekly recordings.
🤝 Audience Engagement: Stay in touch with your audience during your break. Send newsletters, host community meetups, or share sneak peeks on social media of what’s coming next.
📊 Content Strategy: Use the break to reflect on your previous season. What worked? What didn’t? Tweak your content strategy based on feedback and performance metrics.
🎯 Marketing During the Break: Don’t disappear from your audience’s radar. Repurpose old episodes, share behind-the-scenes content, or publish quick updates about your plans and activities.
Our community suggests taking a break for anywhere between 2 to 6 weeks. How do you prep for a new season? Any tips or strategies that have worked for you? Reply and let me know!
🤝Empowered Podcasting Meetup at Podcast Movement
Podcast Movement is happening this month Aug 19-22 in Washington, DC. On Wednesday night, August 21, there will be several meetups within Podcast Movement, including Empowered Podcasting! Join us in the Potomac Foyer Wed Aug 21 6-8pm.
Add the Empowered Podcasting meetup to your Podcast Movement schedule here and RSVP to our Facebook Group event. I would love to see anybody from our community at our meetup!
🥇Olympic Podcasts: Two Guys, Five Rings: Matt, Bowen & The Olympics
Two Guys, Five Rings: Matt, Bowen & The Olympics is a podcast hosted by Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers, brought to you by NBC Sports and iHeartRadio. This 15-episode series delves into the 2024 Paris Olympics, offering engaging discussions on top storylines, Parisian culture, and behind-the-scenes insights from the Olympic Village. With humor and enthusiasm, Bowen and Matt highlight memorable Olympic moments and upcoming events, making it an essential listen for Olympic fans.
🎙️Podcasting Morning Chat Highlights🌅
Welcome to your essential morning brew of ideas and insights, the “Podcasting Morning Chat” is a daily show that’s by creators, for creators. A dynamic team of experienced podcasters, entrepreneurs, and producers hosts the PMC. Each episode peels back the curtain on the art of podcasting and content creation. The conversation is a mix of insights, stories, and strategies, tailor-made to keep your content fresh, your audience engaged, and your creative spark alive.
Recorded live every weekday at 7 AM EST on Clubhouse and available via podcast at 7 AM PST, our show has become a cornerstone for podcasters worldwide, offering a unique blend of expert advice, real-world success stories, and innovative ideas. Whether you’re here to enhance your content, expand your audience, or just soak in the collective wisdom of fellow content creators, the PMC is your source for inspiration, empowerment and connection in the podcasting world.
Catch up with the latest episodes and join our global community of creators to kick-start your day with creativity, strategy, and insight.
- July 25: Episode #119: Exploring the Benefits of Live Podcasting
- July 26: Episode #120: Boosting Audience Engagement, Optimizing Content Scheduling, and Celebrating Wins
- July 29: Episode #121: Creating the Ideal Podcast Name
- July 30: Episode #122: How To Prepare for a New Season
- July 31: Episode #123: AI-Advancements, bCast Shutdown, and Hosting Platform Insights
I’m so grateful to be connected with you and a part of your podcast journey.
All My Best,
👋Marc Ronick
This content was composed with assistance from OpenAI