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: Amanda Hsiung-Blodgett
Amanda Hsiung-Blogett transforms Mandarin teaching into storytelling magic through podcasting. She discovered that listeners can feel when you talk with a smile, creating unexpected connections across diverse audiences. Students and families find joy in her accessible format, but what surprises her most is what resonates—sometimes it’s discussing ice cream rather than formal lessons. Podcasting allows… more →
The ask that worked because it asked for less
Robin Waite had earned a guest spot on a podcast with millions of listeners. The goodwill was there. The door was open. Instead of asking for what he wanted, he asked to be a backup if someone canceled. Forty-eight hours later, he got the call. Asking for less often positions you to receive more—not because… more →
The audience is already in the moment
Jeff Revilla runs a live podcast theater where prepared material consistently bombs. The audience isn’t just tolerant of spontaneity—they came for it. But here’s the uncomfortable part: most podcasters never perform live. So what keeps them honest? Possibly nothing. The home studio offers no feedback loop. The mic picks up everything except whether you were… more →
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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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