The How To Podcast Series - Revolving Guest Co-Hosts, Podcast Tips and A Community for Podcasters

BONUS - Christina Al Zahrani - The News As I See It Podcast - A Question About Finding A Guest

Bonus episode here! Christina Al Zahrani from The News As I See It Podcast called in a question around finding guests for our new podcast! Finding a great guest is not impossible!

If you can find your audience, go to where they are, participate in the conversation by adding value, you will find guests for your show! Remember that you do not have to release every episode, especially when you are new - practice makes all of us better, so practice, practice, practice - and if you need a practice buddy, I have my hand raised! I love to help new podcasters!

As Christina mentioned - guesting and being a guest is a great way to improve and connect with others!

Thanks Christina for reaching out, commenting on the episodes and for starting a podcast! The world needs more Christina's in this world!

If you are interested in our free monthly Podcaster's Zoom Rooms - we are starting this February, first Friday of the month at 10 am est - for an invite hit me up and I will send you the link! We will talk about a current podcasting topic, do a little Q&A and then go around the room offering to be a guest or to find a guest for our show - we need you to make this work - no salesy stuff - pure connection and support for all involved! Hope to see you there!

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Episode 210 - CO-HOST - Suswati Basu - Podcasting Changed My Life and Continues to Create Legacy

Hi, I’m Suswati, journalist and editor, discovering what makes us human and “how to be”, whilst showcasing polarising conversations. Hoping to explore important social and psychological issues together with you.

Do you struggle with anxiety and overwhelm, does this stand in the way of you starting your podcast? Suswati joins us to talk about how her podcast changed her path.

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Setting up Your Podcast on Your YouTube Channel and a Warning For Your Show Notes - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips

The Daily Dave - Have you set up your podcast on YouTube yet? Need help? I can help you!

My YouTube Podcast has landed on page one of Google Search for my show!

You should be there. Here is a tip - set up your YouTube Channel under a new Gmail Account separate from your everyday email account - just in case - and beware!

A bad link to a guest's website can get you in trouble - listen to what happened to me! I included a link to a guests website that was fine when the podcast was released and then months later, something happened to my guest's site - it was flagged and YouTube sent me a nasty warning that a bad link to an external site was a violation hit for my channel! So, instead of having the entire site address like - https://howtopodcast.ca/ in your show notes - you might want to future proof your notes with howtopodcast.ca instead. You have NO CONTROL over what happens to your guest's website, so if want to be safe, drop the clickable link and shorten it to avoid breaking a guideline for YouTube!

If you need help with your podcast contact https://howtopodcast.ca/ - My website is safe, so all good here! See you there!
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E51 - Nail Down Your Topic - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series

Welcome to our Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series - Part 1

Nail Down Your Topic you have to have something to podcast about

Choosing a topic for your content can be challenging, but here are a few things you can consider to help you decide:

1. Think about your passions and interests. What are you knowledgeable about or interested in learning more about? Chances are, if you are passionate about a subject, you will be more motivated to create content about it.
2. Consider your target audience. Who do you want to reach with your content? What topics would be of interest to them?
3. Look at what's popular. What are people talking about or interested in right now? You don't necessarily want to follow trends blindly, but it can be helpful to know what's currently popular in your field.
4. Do some research. Look at other content in your industry and see what topics are being covered. You don't want to copy what others are doing, but you can get ideas and see what gaps in the market exist that you could potentially fill.
5. Test out a few ideas. If you're still unsure, try creating some content on a few different topics and see how it is received. This can help you gauge what resonates with your audience and what doesn't.

Ultimately, the best topic for your content will depend on your interests, audience, and goals. It's important to choose a topic that you are knowledgeable about and can create meaningful content for.

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Being Quiet When Your Guest Speaks - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips

To save time in editing, and, when you are hosting with a guest on your show,

Stay quiet while your guests speak!

It is so tempting to drop in simple phrases like “yes” and “right” and “okay” while your guests speak.

Those are natural parts of language that we use without realizing, but they can distract your listeners.

Yes, you can remove them during editing, but that’s a lot of unnecessary work.

It’s easier to train yourself to limit interjections and allow your guest or co-host to complete their thought.

Learning to be an active listener can translate beyond your podcast - you can be a better listener at work, in your home, with family and friends!

When you have a guest on your show, it is about them! Let them talk. Be engaging without being in the way!

If you need help with your podcast, if you are looking for an inclusive podcast community focused on you, if you are looking for a caring coach - not a snarky judge, head over to our site - we would love to connect with you today!

Want the email version of the Daily Dave or more information on our regular zoom rooms for podcasters? Go now to...

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