Conversations with podcast creators.
Podtalk is short conversations with podcast creators, that are not just about podcasting… because I like to take the scenic route.
In each episode, I talk with podcast creators about their shows, experiences, what they’ve learned, what motivates them, and… well, everything related to podcasting from the indie creator’s point of view.
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From the archives: Catherine Jaeger
What happens when a solo podcaster adds a co-host? Catherine Jaeger compares it to jazz—getting the right group together so both people can drive the conversation forward. The challenge is balancing preparation with spontaneity, knowing when to plan and when to let the spark happen naturally. more →
The map, not the number
Leticia Latino van Splunteren doesn’t check her download numbers. She looks at the map. Two listeners in Africa wouldn’t move a chart, but it means her voice reached a continent she never expected to touch. Most podcasters ask “how many?” She asks “how far?” The number is tiny. The reach is enormous. more →
From the archives: Dave Swillum
How does podcasting empower individuals to express creativity and connect meaningfully with an audience? Dave Swillum explores how the medium democratizes creative expression by removing barriers to entry. Sometimes impact comes down to one person who sends a message saying you inspired them to act. That single connection can be enough reason to keep going. more →
About
I hope these episodes spark ideas and conversations for you, and lead to new ways of looking at this wonderful art of podcasting.
I appreciate your time and attention, and I don’t take it for granted.
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