Podcasts SUCK! (a podcast about how to start a podcast)

Send us a textIn episode forty-four of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk explores the realities of podcasting and the challenges faced by new podcasters. He discusses a recent post by Alex Hormozi that highlights how only 10% of people who start a podcast make it past their first episode, and only 1% reach 21 or more episodes. Tune in for some valuable advice and a deeper understanding of what it takes to succeed in the podcasting arena!TIMESTAMPS[00:01:54] Podcast persistence and statistics...

Send us a textIn episode forty-three of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the extreme importance of not editing your own podcast episodes. He dives into the benefits of delegating editing work to professionals, emphasizing the value of time and quality in podcast production.Tune in to learn why it's crucial to focus on what you do best and leave the editing to the experts.FREELANCE SERVICES:Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/TIMESTAMPS[00:00:59] The importance...

Send us a textIn episode forty-two of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk shares valuable insights on how bulk recording can help you stay ahead in your podcasting game, streamline your production process, and create more opportunities for your show. Tune in to learn how bulk recording can make your podcasting journey smoother and more efficient!TIMESTAMPS[00:00:39] Bulk recording for podcast success.[00:06:12] Streamlining podcast production with bulk recording.[00:08:10] Bulk recording your ...

Send us a textIn episode forty-one of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk dives deep into the transformative power of starting a podcast. He shares personal stories and insights and challenges listeners to step out of their comfort zones and into a new version of themselves. Tune in to the importance of taking action, getting uncomfortable, and showing up for yourself.TIMESTAMPS[00:03:00] Who's missing out?[00:06:55] Reality show dating experience.[00:08:26] Personal development and resistance...

Send us a textIn episode forty of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of taking action even when you don't feel like it, and how prioritizing mental health can impact your podcasting journey.Tune in as we explore the intersection of mental health and podcasting, and learn valuable tips to support your well-being on this podcasting journey.ONLINE COUNSELINGBetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com/TIMESTAMPS[00:02:35] Finding motivation for workouts.[00:06:49] Mental health epi...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-nine of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk breaks down the ultimate podcast launch checklist to help you navigate the process smoothly from defining your podcast goals to planning out your content.Tune in as we share tips, advice, and what not to do when starting your podcast.ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SOFTWAREChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/FREELANCE SERVICES:Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/Fiverr: https://www.fiverr.com/EQUIPMENT:Audio Technica USB Mic: https://amzn....

Send us a textIn episode thirty-eight of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk dives into the essential topic of creating compelling content for your podcast. He also discusses the importance of engaging your audience and keeping them coming back for more. Tune in for insights on how to captivate your audience and grow your show!TIMESTAMPS[00:01:25] Compelling content for your podcast.[00:04:26] Understanding Audience Feedback.[00:09:33] Be 100% your authentic self.[00:13:06] Actionable tips for...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-seven of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk interviews Matt Shields as they discuss the ins and outs of using ads to promote podcasts, the importance of consistency, and the key factors that contribute to podcast success. Tune in to learn about the strategies, challenges, and opportunities in podcast marketing. TIMESTAMPS[00:02:31] Podcast marketing world.[00:05:19] Video content for podcast promotion.[00:07:43] Navigating social media advertising challeng...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-six of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk explores the importance of consistency in podcasting as he delves into how maintaining a regular schedule can lead to growth and better results for a podcast.Tune in for a deep dive into the key role consistency plays in the podcasting world.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:11] Consistency in Podcasting.[00:05:41] Consistency in Podcast Recording.[00:09:03] Planning Your Content.[00:12:46] Consistency in Engaging with Audience.[00:15:49] Br...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-five of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk interviews Carlos Gil, a renowned speaker and marketer, to dive into the world of podcasting and entrepreneurship. They discuss Carlos's journey in the industry, from starting a sneaker and sports card business to transitioning to a new role as a brand evangelist.Tune into the importance of feedback, the challenges of running a business, and the value of personal growth and self-reflection. TIMESTAMPS[00:03:19] Develop...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-four of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses podcast formats and the benefits of choosing an interview format, solo episodes, or a hybrid model. Sebastian also shares insights on why interviewing people can help build relationships and grow your business, while also emphasizing the importance of consistent social media content.Tune in to learn more about the different podcast formats, the benefits of each, and why getting started is the most important step i...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-three of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses a unique approach to podcast advertising and sponsorships, focusing on creating opportunities for solopreneurs and small businesses to monetize their podcasts.Tune in to discover how to grow your podcast without getting bogged down by traditional metrics!TIMESTAMPS[00:00:59] Podcast Advertising and Sponsors.[00:04:59] Monetizing Podcast Through Sponsorship.[00:09:27] Monetizing Podcasts for Beginners.[00:12:01] P...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-two of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses leveraging a podcast to grow your business. He shares personal experiences and strategies, highlighting the power of inviting potential business partners on the podcast. Tune in for insights on utilizing podcasting to make an impact on your business and brand, and generate sales.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:33] Leveraging a Podcast for Business.[00:04:47] Starting a Podcast Benefits.[00:09:26] Podcast Guest Outreach Strat...

Send us a textIn episode thirty-one of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk challenges listeners to rethink their approach to podcasting and how it can radically change their lives and business. He provides valuable insights on why starting a podcast can solve social media content problems and offers practical tips on equipment, marketing, and creating engaging content.Join Sebastian as he shares his expertise and encourages listeners to step into a new version of themselves through the power of pod...

Send us a textIn episode thirty of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk dives into the world of podcasting and shares insights on how to start and monetize a podcast. He discusses the strategies to make money with your podcast by leveraging it for networking, building relationships, and converting leads into clients.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:02] Making Money with a Podcast.[00:05:08] Starting a Podcast for Business.[00:08:15] Monetizing Through Strategic Podcasting.[00:11:02] Repurposing Content for Marketin...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-nine of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk talks about the importance of titling your podcast episodes correctly to increase downloads and traction. We discuss how using SEO-friendly titles, detailed show notes, and transcriptions can make a significant impact on the discoverability of your podcast.ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI) SOFTWAREChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/TIMESTAMPS[00:01:31] SEO Friendly Podcast Titles.[00:08:57] SEO-Friendly Podcast Episode Titles.[00:...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-eight of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses why starting a podcast on your own might not be the best idea. He highlights the numerous steps involved in launching a podcast and emphasizes the challenges of tasks like graphic design and audio editing for beginners. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE SOFTWAREChatGPT: https://chat.openai.com/CALENDAR BOOKING SOFTWARECalendly: https://calendly.com/signupGo High Level: https://www.gohighlevel.com/TIMESTAMPS[00:00:39] ...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-seven of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk delves into essential tips for new podcasters, inspired by a recent newsletter shared on LinkedIn. The host discusses the popularity of podcast genres, highlighting comedy as the most favored, with education and news close behind. EQUIPMENT:Audio Technica USB Mic: https://amzn.to/3HfhQdPRing Light: https://amzn.to/3r6dalaWebcam: https://amzn.to/3pnNHmRFREELANCE SERVICES:Upwork: https://www.upwork.com/Fiverr: https://w...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-six of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk delves into the topic of imposter syndrome in the realm of podcasting. He debunks the concept of imposter syndrome and shares insights on why some individuals may feel hesitant to start a podcast due to this perceived notion. TIMESTAMPS[00:01:12] Imposter Syndrome.[00:05:16] Imposter Syndrome and Fear.[00:08:06] Fear Isn't Even Real.In this episode, Sebastian Rusk discusses that imposter syndrome is not a genuine phenom...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-five of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of starting a podcast and provides valuable insights into the world of podcasting. He encourages new listeners to start from the beginning to learn about the podcasting process.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:39] Starting a Podcast Journey.[00:03:39] Are There Too Many Podcasts?[00:09:09] Podcast Listener Statistics.[00:12:21] Video Podcasts on the Rise.[00:18:13] Questions About the Podcast.In this episode, Sebas...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-four of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the process of changing podcast hosting accounts. He explores why someone might want to switch to a more robust platform and highlights the additional features and benefits that some hosting platforms provide. PODCAST HOSTING PLATFORMSBuzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=2226139TIMESTAMPS[00:01:00] Changing Podcast Hosting Accounts.[00:04:34] Podcast Hosting One-on-One Tutorial.[00:07:13] Movin...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-three of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses why 2024 is the perfect year to start a podcast. He highlights 10 reasons why starting a podcast now is beneficial, including expanding audiences, improved technology, niche markets, flexibility in format, enhanced discoverability, networking opportunities, personal branding, monetization potential, and creative freedom.TIMESTAMPS[00:01:53] Reflecting on the end of 2023.[00:05:38] Top 10 reasons to start a podcas...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-two of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of marketing and promoting your podcast. He emphasizes the need to create micro-content from each episode and shares his favorite tool, for chopping up and repurposing podcast content. By actively promoting and sharing your podcast, you can effectively grow your show and reach a wider audience. PODCAST EDITING/HOSTING PLATFORMSHeadliner: https://www.headliner.app/Descript: https://www.descript.c...

Send us a textIn episode twenty-one of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of starting a podcast in 2024. He encourages listeners to take action and shares personal experiences and insights about the benefits of podcasting. Whether you're just starting out or contemplating launching a podcast, this episode provides motivation and advice to help you get started. TIMESTAMPS[00:01:15] Why Start a Podcast?[00:04:23] Podcasting Can Change Your Business.[00:08:53] Imperfect ...

Send us a textIn episode twenty of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of finding quality podcast guests and getting yourself booked on other podcasts using LinkedIn. He emphasizes the power of LinkedIn as a platform for networking, building relationships, and growing businesses. Sebastian also shares his own experiences with hiring someone to handle guest bookings and highlights the challenges he faced. TIMESTAMPS[00:04:23] LinkedIn Profile Importance.[00:10:45] Booki...

Send us a textIn episode nineteen of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the benefits of going live during podcast recordings to engage with listeners and reach new audiences. He highlights the importance of understanding the unknowns in the world of podcasting and how their podcast aims to provide valuable insights. He also mentions their new newsletter on LinkedIn and emphasizes the platform's value for networking and content sharing.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:55] Podcast Pulse Recap on LinkedIn....

Send us a textIn episode eighteen of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk dives into the world of podcasting, offering insights and advice on starting and growing a podcast. He explores the various ways in which chat GPT can be utilized to gather feedback and analyze reviews for the continuous improvement of a podcast. Through this, it can save time and simplify the lives of do-it-yourself podcasters by providing valuable hacks and maximizing the benefits of AI in podcasting.ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE ...

Send us a textIn episode seventeen of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of interviewing someone on a podcast and shares tips on how to do it effectively. He addresses common mistakes made by podcast hosts and aims to improve the overall quality of podcast interviews.TIMESTAMPS[00:05:44] How to Structure an Episode.[00:10:07] Backstory and Present-Day Journey.[00:13:19] Interviewing SkillsIn this episode, Sebastian Rusk emphasizes the importance of creating a comfortable a...

Send us a textIn episode sixteen of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of having a booking system in place for podcast guests. They emphasize the need to create a seamless process for scheduling and coordinating interviews with potential guests. Whether you're just starting out or have been podcasting for a while, this episode provides valuable insights on streamlining the guest booking process.CALENDAR BOOKING SOFTWARECalendly: https://calendly.com/signupOnceHub: https://...

Send us a textIn episode fifteen of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of starting from the beginning and following a step-by-step process for launching a podcast. He also highlights the opportunity for those with business-related podcasts to utilize their existing pipeline when seeking interviewees. Listeners are advised to consider individuals they have been in touch with over the past few months and include them on their dream 50 list.TIMESTAMPS[00:02:23] Dream 50 List ...

Send us a textIn episode fourteen of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk explores the world of live podcasting and shares his experiences with different software options. He emphasizes the importance of simplicity when starting out in podcasting and highlights the need to find a rhythm and avoid trying to cater to everyone as he shares their struggles with technical errors and the challenges of recording a podcast episode while live streaming. TIMESTAMPS[00:02:33] Going Live on Podcast Episode...

Send us a textIn episode thirteen of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk explores the topic of monetizing your podcast and finding sponsors. He discusses the importance of making up your own rules when it comes to attracting sponsors and highlights the potential of even small podcasts to secure sponsorship. Whether you're just starting out or have an established show, this episode offers valuable insights on how to generate support for your podcast. Tune in to learn more about the world of pod...

Send us a textIn episode twelve of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the topic of monetizing a podcast. He shares that he frequently gets asked how to make money with a podcast and provides answers to those questions. He highlights the potential for making money through podcasting by interviewing guests who are willing to financially support the podcast. He emphasizes that monetizing guests through interviews is the most effective strategy for generating income and reveals that he activ...

Send us a textIn episode eleven of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk kicks off a new series on podcast marketing. He discusses the challenges of marketing audio content and the benefits of incorporating a video aspect into your podcast. By repurposing visual content, you can easily enhance your content game and effectively market your podcast. Sebastian also highlights the importance of surrounding yourself with individuals who possess knowledge and insights beyond your own. PODCAST EDITING/...

Send us a textIn episode ten of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of podcast hosting and where to host your podcast. He shares his experience with different hosting platforms and explains the functionalities of podcast hosting, including distribution on platforms like Apple and Spotify. Sebastian also mentions the free option of using Spotify for podcasters but highlights the benefits of paid hosting accounts with additional features. Whether you're a beginner or an exper...

Send us a textIn episode nine of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses podcast editing. He advises only editing your podcast if you enjoy the process, as it can be time-consuming and take away from other important tasks. Sebastian also offers tips on how to edit your podcast if you choose to do it yourself, as well as quick tips, tricks, and tools for outsourcing the editing process. SOFTWARE FOR MAC USERSAudacity: https://www.audacityteam.org/Garage Band: https://www.apple.com/ph/mac/...

Send us a textIn episode eight of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of having a dedicated recording space and debunk the myth that you need an expensive studio to start a podcast. He encourages listeners to start with just your iPhone in a quiet area like your closet. Sebastian emphasizes the need to go back and listen to previous episodes for a step-by-step guide to starting a podcast. TIMESTAMPS[00:02:44] Your Recording Space.[00:06:41] Where Do I Need to Record?[0...

Send us a textIn episode seven of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk taps into the changing landscape of podcasting and how in-person interviews have become rare and unnecessary in the current technological era. He also discusses the importance of planning your podcast episode and answers a frequent question, “How long should your podcast episode be?”. He then highlights the ideal duration for podcast episodes, depending on whether it is a solo episode or an interview format. The advice given is t...

Send us a textIn episode six of Podcasts Suck, Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of planning your podcast episode and how to structure it effectively. He emphasizes the need to find the right balance between providing enough content without overdoing it. Whether you prefer pen and paper or a digital template, Sebastian then highlights the need for proper planning to ensure your episodes are neither too long nor too short. Thus, having a structured plan or template while recording an epi...

Send us a textIn episode five of Podcast Suck, Sebastian discusses podcast equipment and emphasizes that you don't need fancy or expensive gear to start a podcast. He highlights the option of using corded headphones with a microphone on the cord or even recording on your phone. He also mentions Spotify for podcasters, which allows for easy recording and uploading. Sebastian recommends the Audio-Technica USB mic as a great option for quality sound. EQUIPMENT: Audio Technica USB Mic: https://am...

Send us a textIn this episode, the host emphasizes the significance of keeping podcast intros and outros short, concise, and focused. These elements serve as the bookends for each episode and are typically accompanied by a jingle or a brief message. While it is debatable whether listeners truly pay attention to intros and outros, it has become customary to include them.The host advises against creating lengthy intros and outros that provide a detailed explanation or summary of the podcast. In...

Send us a textWelcome back, future podcaster, existing podcaster, or returning podcaster, to another exciting episode of "Podcasts SUCK!"In this episode, we're diving headfirst into the world of podcast cover art and your podcast logo. Sebastian Rusk discusses the importance of podcast cover art and how it serves as the first impression for potential listeners. He emphasizes the need for a professional and visually appealing design that reflects the podcast's brand. He also encourages seeking...

Send us a textThis episode is all about getting started and understanding why you want to begin a podcast journey. Sebastian Rusk emphasizes the importance of getting clear on why you want to start a podcast and suggests asking yourself questions to determine your unique why. He also advises seeking feedback from others to gain clarity and avoid blind spots, as well as highlighting the significance of choosing a catchy and relatable name for your podcast that complements your brand. If y...

Send us a textSebastian Rusk is the founder of Podcast Launch Lab and host of the podcast "Podcasts SUCK!", a show dedicated to helping people understand how to start a podcast. He has been a podcaster for over a decade and has built a career around assisting others in starting their own podcasts. He is also a speaker and comedian, using his skills to entertain and educate his audience.In the pilot episode, Sebastian Rusk introduces himself and the purpose of the podcast. He shares his j...

Send us a textWelcome to Podcasts SUCK, a podcast about how to start a podcast for podcasting enthusiasts and aspiring creators! Welcome to a podcast that's about starting a podcast! Now we don't actually think podcasts suck. In fact, we're absolutely obsessed with them!I'm your host, Sebastian Rusk, and this is the show where we dive headfirst into the wild, wacky, and sometimes frustrating world of podcasting.If you've ever wondered what it takes to start your own podcast, how to stand...