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Podfest Podcast

The First Official Podcast from
Podfest Multimedia Expo

co-hosted by Producer Jaime

The official podcast of the Podfest community, presented by Podfest Multimedia Expo–the largest podcasting conference for independent podcasters in the United States. Hosted by Podfest veterans, Glenn the Geek (Glenn Hebert) and Producer Jaime (Jaime Legagneur), each episode is a mini Podfest conference experience filled with lessons from past Podfest speakers (some of the BEST in the industry). These segments will be centered around Podfest’s content tracks: Creation / Launch; Technology / Innovation; Audience Growth; Monetization / Marketing; YouTube / Video; and Culture / Lifestyle. Their tips and your hosts’ entertaining commentary will help you learn, grow your podcast, and reach your goals. PLUS, we are celebrating YOU on this show with shoutouts and chances to win amazing prizes. Join us for some fun and learn a lot about the craft of podcasting along the way!

Releases the 10th and 25th of each month!

Latest Episodes:

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We are going to give you tips you can use to make Podfest 2023 your best Podfest conference EVER. And, that means Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are sharing both tips for final preparations before you go AND tips for while you are there. We'll see you at the conference!
January 24, 2023
Let's keep meeting some of our Pofest 2023 speakers! Dave Jackson joins us from the School of Podcasting to share some reasons that your show may not be growing. Then, Jennifer Longworth of Bourbon Barrel Podcasting shares some tips on starting your podcast the right way. Hear these great speakers today and then meet them at the conference!
December 25, 2022
Let's begin meeting some of our Pofest 2023 speakers! First up for you today is Mark Asquith joining in with a preview of his talk on Podcast Marketing. Then, Eddie Garrison, Founder at Clover Media, shares some tips for generating revenue with Facebook videos. Plus, Chris Krimitsos stops by with some new updates you need to know about Podfest 2023. Welcome to the conference!
December 10, 2022

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Jaime Legagneur of Flint Stone Media and the Florida Podcast Network and Glenn the Geek of Horse Radio Network are some of the original members of the Podfest community. Between them, they have a combined podcasting experience of over 18 years and have themselves hosted 5,000+ episodes. They are full time podcasters who have helped launch and produce 40+ shows with over 13,000 episodes across their production portfolios.

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We are going to give you tips you can use to make Podfest 2023 your best Podfest conference EVER. And, that means Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are sharing both tips for final preparations before you go AND tips for while you are there. We'll see you at the conference!
January 24, 2023
Let's keep meeting some of our Pofest 2023 speakers! Dave Jackson joins us from the School of Podcasting to share some reasons that your show may not be growing. Then, Jennifer Longworth of Bourbon Barrel Podcasting shares some tips on starting your podcast the right way. Hear these great speakers today and then meet them at the conference!
December 25, 2022
Let's begin meeting some of our Pofest 2023 speakers! First up for you today is Mark Asquith joining in with a preview of his talk on Podcast Marketing. Then, Eddie Garrison, Founder at Clover Media, shares some tips for generating revenue with Facebook videos. Plus, Chris Krimitsos stops by with some new updates you need to know about Podfest 2023. Welcome to the conference!
December 10, 2022
In Track 1 for Creation and Launch, Elizabeth Pampalone from Marketing Minimalism talks about how your equipment is less important than the quality of your content when getting started. Then, in Track 2 for Audience Growth, Elikqitie from the Travel Gluten Free Podcast returns to help us understand how to turn our podcast into a book. And, in our Keynote Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime tap into Podcasting Basics and discuss how often should you release episodes and also whether you can change your release schedule. Welcome to the conference!
November 25, 2022
Valerie Hail of the Wealth Yoga Wine podcast joins us again! She's contributing our tip for Track 1, which will really help your podcast grow: the benefits of volunteering at Podfest. Then for Track 2 on Monetization and Marketing, our friends at Buzzsprout did a great video on creating a brand around your podcast, which we'll share with you today--and there's a reason we are highlighting their YouTube channel, in particular. And, for our Key Note today, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are answering a question that Glenn found on Facebook that really got us thinking:
November 10, 2022
First, Chris Krimitsos stops by for an update on his Podfest MeetUp Tour. Then, for Track 1, Marc Guberti of the Breakthrough Success Podcast throws us some Podcasting Basics by talking about the importance of choosing your guests wisely. On Track 2, Elikqitie from the Travel Gluten Free Podcast follows with tips on repurposing your content. And, for today's Key Note, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime will talk about building a Facebook group for your podcast and discover the four horseman of a Facebook group apocaplypse. Welcome to the conference!
October 25, 2022
In our first track today, Jon Gay of JAG in Detroit talks about how getting to the point right away will help your Audience Growth. Then, David Pasqualone chimes in on Podcasting Basics for Track 2, talking about how aiming for fame can hit the target of podfade, instead. And, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime then have a very special secret guest for Track 3's Key Note. And, he's coming in hot with a HUGE announcement! Plus, we celebrate TWO very special birthdays. Welcome to the conference!
October 10, 2022
On Track 1, Ina Coveney of the The Global Phenomenon Podcast tells us her trick for reducing editing time... and it's BRILLIANT!! Then, on Track 2, we turn towards Marketing and Monetization with Elikqitie from the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, who shares tips on how to improve your podcast's SEO. Then, for our Track 3 Key Note, Glenn the Geek refocuses us on Audience Growth by sharing the results of a poll he did of his Horse Radio Network listeners; and, the results remind us that our shows should be ever-evolving and ever-changing to keep up with those wanting to consume our content: the listeners. Welcome to the conference!
September 25, 2022
Chris Krimitsos gives us an update on Podfest 2023. Then, for Track 1, Terry Brock from Stark Raving Entrepreneurs brings us some Podcasting Basics, talking to us about how to get ideas for your show. For Track 2, Julie Hood from the Course Creators HQ Podcast shares her thoughts on creating courses to monetize. And, for our Track 3 Key Note, Glenn had the opportunity to help out at the Podfest booth at Podcast Movement. And, while he was there, he also sat in on some sessions. So, he will be sharing notes and takeaways from what he learned with us. And... Happy Birthday to Producer Jaime! Welcome to the conference!
September 10, 2022
Producer Jaime's OTHER co-host--Jason Hill from the Owwll Podcast--is substituting for Glenn the Geek today. Marc Guberti shares a tip that really cuts to the core of the power of podcasting in terms of building your brand: Interviewing Guests Who Align with Your Business. So, he'll be sharing that tip as our Track 1 for Monetization & Marketing. Then, on Track 2 for Podcasting Basics, Valerie Hail shares a simple lesson that's great to keep in mind for our next Podfest conferences, which will be here before you know it!! Then, as our final track today, Producer Jaime and Jason decided to dig into Buzzsprout's treasure chest of tips, and bring you a REALLY great clip featuring several ways to give your show a boost... Welcome to the conference!
August 25, 2022
Glenn recently asked a critically-important question of his own dedicated community of Horse Radio Network listeners: When you are trying a new show for the first time, what turns you off? So, today, we are doing things a bit differently. Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are going to review and discuss his audience's answers, because they didn't hold back! And, their feedback can really help you to grow YOUR audience, too. Welcome to the conference!
August 10, 2022
First on Track 1 today, Mark Maynor of Podcast Production Music shares a tip that crosses both monetization AND marketing. Then, on Track 2, Mobile Home Gurl Rachel Hernandez shares a podcasting tip that truly couldn't bring things more back to basic and fundamental. And, for our Key Note today on Track 3, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime wanted to speak about repurposing content, because it can really help grow your audience. So, we will talk about how and why to repurpose YOUR content... Welcome to the conference!
July 25, 2022
For Track 1, Deb Schell of The Community Strategy Podcast drops us some tips on Monetization through building community. On Track 2 for Audience Growth, Allen C. Paul of Gods and Gigs reminds us all of how important it is to engage your audience AFTER you've put in all the work to prepare and release an episode. Glenn is out of the studio traveling today. So, Producer Jaime is joined by a special guest co-host: long-time friend of Podfest Multimedia Expo, Niel Guilarte of Wildstyle Media!! And, he provides the tip for our Key Note on Track 3--a simple, but VERY powerful Tech tip to improve your production. Welcome to the conference!
July 10, 2022
On Track 1 of today's episode, Shawn Yesner of the Crushing Debt Podcast will give you a solid understanding of how to be both consistent AND flexible in presenting your podcast, and how that balance can contribute to your Audience Growth. Then, for Track 2, we have one of this year's Pecha Kucha speakers, Valerie Hail, sharing advice on structuring your episodes... And, for our Key Note, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are FINALLY going to make good on their promise from Episode 12 and share their tips for optimizing the sound of your remote recording sessions. Better late than never, right?? Welcome to the conference!
June 25, 2022
On today's episode, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are catching up post-Podfest 2022!! Then, on Track 1, Genesis Amaris Kemp covers some Podcasting Basics for us with a tip on the best way to be a guest AND how to support your guests. And, on Track 2 for Audience Growth, Maya Chupkov of Proud Stutter provides a tip on listener surveys. Finally, for our Key Note on Track 3, Glenn and Jaime share with you the tips they presented at Podfest: Ten Tips for Working with a Co-host. Welcome to the conference!
June 10, 2022
Take a walk down memory lane with us on today's special episode! These longtime Podfest attendees submitted their favorite memories to get you jazzed up for Podfest 2022: Lee Silverstein, Ellen Ferranti, James Van Prooyen, Niel Guilarte, Elsie Escobar, Scott Johnson, Izzy Jay, Nick Snapp, Ariel Smith, and Paul Desmond Adams. Plus, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime give you a reminder of their presentation schedules, so you can be sure to mark your agendas, haha! Enjoy these wonderful memories on your way to Podfest 2022. (And, we may or may not make you both laugh and cry...) Welcome to the conference!
May 25, 2022
Podfest is less than a month away! O... M... G!!! On this special episode, we have one of the ORIGINAL Podfesters, Liz Covart, joining in as our Legend in Podcasting guest. As the host of Ben Franklin's World, she shares her passion for the craft of podcasting from a historian's perspective, digs into the depth of her content prep and process, and gives advice on how to stay sustainable--even when burnt out. After reaching 10 MILLION downloads, Liz is here to share the secrets to her success!! Then, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are diving into their list of 10 secrets to a successful Podfest. Welcome to the conference!
May 10, 2022
Chris Krimitsos joins in for the big reveal on the Podfest parties! Then, in Track 1, Glenn and Jaime will be joined by Jeff Dwoskin to hear all about something BRAND SPANKING NEW: the Podfest Entertainment Track! And, in Track 2, Rosie from the Life 100 Podcast helps us pay homage to one of our FAVORITE pieces of podcasting advice. And, in the Keynote, we discuss some of the answers people posted to the question:
April 25, 2022
On today's episode, we are joined by Jennifer Henczel, host of the Women in Podcasting Show, to review The Women in Podcasting track at Podfest. Then, on Track 2, Colleen Gallagher of
April 10, 2022
On today's episode, our first two tracks cover some essential Podcasting Basics. On Track 1, we'll hear from Mark Savant of the
March 25, 2022
We are going to begin meeting some of the voices of the faces you are SURE to see at this year's Podfest, coming up in May! Glenn is out of the studio today. So, Producer Jaime is joined by a special guest co-host--long-time friend of Podfest Multimedia Expo, Niel Guilarte of Wildstyle Media!! On our first track, Zack Demopoulos of the Raising Rents Podcast and leader of Podfest's Healthcare Con covers a Podcasting Basic--fighting podfade. Then, in Track 2, we continue supporting the podcaster's mindset with Josh Cary of the Hidden Entrepreneur (who will be leading the all new Personal GrowthCon at Podfest). We'll discuss overcoming the fear that holds you back. And, for our Track 3 Key Note on Technology and Innovation, Producer Jaime and Niel discuss Forbe's Four Podcast Predictions for 2022. Plus, we'll share our latest from Podfest and our community shout outs. Welcome to the conference!
March 10, 2022
On our first track this week, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are joined by Stu Goffman from a brand new podcast app called Picked Cherries to discuss how their helping us all with Audience Growth by increasing the discoverability and shareability of our podcasts.. Then, we are bringing things back to Podcasting Basics in our second track, as Joel Lounds from Shady Side Media and Florida Man News provides some great ways to tweak your recording environment for better sound. And, our third track is a key note on Marketing and Monetization brought to you by your hosts who answer the age-old question: How much to charge for ads?! Plus, we'll discuss Spotify's latest acquisitions, share our latest community shout outs, AND catch up with the man himself, Mr. Chris Krimitsos, on how the team's planning for Podfest in May is coming along. Welcome to the conference!
February 25, 2022
We're back!! And, our guest speaker this week, Robyn M. Sayles of Launching Your Success, gives us a lesson on brand consistency for Track 1 on Monetization and Marketing. Then, on Track 2 for Technology and Innovation, our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout, shares the top 3 transcription services for podcasters. And, our third track is a key note brought to you by your hosts! As a Creation & Launch track, Jaime and Glenn will run down the technical basics of launching a show. Plus, we'll share our latest Podfest updates and community shout outs. Welcome to the conference!
February 10, 2022
We get an update on May's Podfest from Founder, Chris Krimitsos. Bruce Wawrzyniak, host of Now Hear this Entertainment and Catholic Sports Radio, shares a few ways to help promote your podcast for our first track on Audience Growth. And, we're adding Podcasting Basics in as a new type of converence track for you, and you'll get a double-dose today. Our friends over at Buzzsprout share tips for avoiding podfade in 2022. And, our third track is a key note on interviewing authors brought to you by your hosts. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout out and reveal our holiday trivia prize winner. Welcome to the conference!
January 10, 2022
Happy Holidays!! On our first track this week, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are joined by Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins who reveals how writing a book can really help with Audience Growth. Then, on Track 2 for Marketing and Monetization, our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout, shares 7 ways to grow your podcast with Instagram stories. And, our third track is a key note brought to you by your hosts! As a Creation & Launch track, Jaime and Glenn will discuss creating your show art the right way. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and trivia prize for the holidays. Welcome to the conference!
December 25, 2021
Katie Krimitsos of the Women's Meditation Network joins Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime for an interesting spin on Creation and Launch for our first track, discussing the decision TO and the process OF transitioning from one podcast to another. Then, she hangs around for our second track and a chat on Audience Growth. Katie shares her experience with finding an untapped audience to serve. And, our third track is brought to you by our hosts! Producer Jaime schools Glenn on audiograms--what they are, how to make them, and how to use them. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and remind you of Jonathan's trivia question for the holidays, so you can win an AMAZING TASCAM TM-70. Welcome to the conference!
December 10, 2021
This week, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime share our final LIVE recording from Podfest Origins in Tampa! Ariel Smith of The Food Truck Scholar takes us down a track on Audience Growth, sharing how she's used her podcast as a positioning piece. Then, on Track 2, Alex Sanfilippo of Podmatch.com and PodcastSOP.com talks about surviving and thriving during your first year or NEXT year as a podcaster. And, our third track is a key note brought to you by our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout! To help you out with your Monetization and Marketing, they will share how to ask for your listeners' support without sounding desperate. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and reveal our trivia prize for the holidays. Welcome to the conference!
November 25, 2021
This week, we recorded LIVE and in-person at Podfest Origins in Tampa, FL! Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime begin with Mike Wiston and Joe Rubin of Mowpod, who take us down our first track on Audience Growth, sharing how they've built a solid community around their podcast, Friday Night Karaoke. Then, on Track 2, we dip into Culture & Lifestyle with LaGina Harris of LaRae Infinity: Let's Talk. She chats with us about the growth of cultural microniches. And, our third track is brought to you by our hosts, who discuss using conferences to your advantage. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs, crown our trivia winner from October, and bring you a brand new trivia question from Jonathan Oakes of Trivial Warfare, so you have another chance to win a great prize. Welcome to the conference!
November 10, 2021
Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime begin with Lee Silverstein taking us down our first track, as he shares three tips to a great interview--a pretty key component for many podcasters! Then, Helena Harris helps you make your guest's EXPERIENCE even MORE successful with two amazing extra tweaks. And, our third track is brought to you by our hosts, who discuss five keys to long term success as a podcaster--tips pulled from their combined experience of over 20 years in the industry. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and revisit this month's trivia question from Jonathan Oakes, so you have a chance to win a great prize. Welcome to the conference!
October 25, 2021
It's the INAUGURAL episode of the Podfest Podcast, and Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are excited to get you on this train down a fast track to podcast success, while celebrating our Podfest Multimedia Expo community along the way. We start with our first track on Creation & Launch from Heneka Watkis-Porter, as she helps you uncover what you should podcast about--a great place to start! Then, Coach Chris Hines takes us for our first ride on the Monetization & Marketing track, sharing three ways you can make money with your podcast. And, our third track is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout, who breaks down how to measure podcast subscribers for our first time down the Audience Growth track. Plus, with shout outs for our community's milestones and a trivia question from Jonathan Oakes that gives you a chance to win a great prize, you'll want to listen to every minute. Welcome to the conference!
October 10, 2021
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We are going to give you tips you can use to make Podfest 2023 your best Podfest conference EVER. And, that means Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are sharing both tips for final preparations before you go AND tips for while you are there. We'll see you at the conference!
January 24, 2023
Let's keep meeting some of our Pofest 2023 speakers! Dave Jackson joins us from the School of Podcasting to share some reasons that your show may not be growing. Then, Jennifer Longworth of Bourbon Barrel Podcasting shares some tips on starting your podcast the right way. Hear these great speakers today and then meet them at the conference!
December 25, 2022
Let's begin meeting some of our Pofest 2023 speakers! First up for you today is Mark Asquith joining in with a preview of his talk on Podcast Marketing. Then, Eddie Garrison, Founder at Clover Media, shares some tips for generating revenue with Facebook videos. Plus, Chris Krimitsos stops by with some new updates you need to know about Podfest 2023. Welcome to the conference!
December 10, 2022
In Track 1 for Creation and Launch, Elizabeth Pampalone from Marketing Minimalism talks about how your equipment is less important than the quality of your content when getting started. Then, in Track 2 for Audience Growth, Elikqitie from the Travel Gluten Free Podcast returns to help us understand how to turn our podcast into a book. And, in our Keynote Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime tap into Podcasting Basics and discuss how often should you release episodes and also whether you can change your release schedule. Welcome to the conference!
November 25, 2022
Valerie Hail of the Wealth Yoga Wine podcast joins us again! She's contributing our tip for Track 1, which will really help your podcast grow: the benefits of volunteering at Podfest. Then for Track 2 on Monetization and Marketing, our friends at Buzzsprout did a great video on creating a brand around your podcast, which we'll share with you today--and there's a reason we are highlighting their YouTube channel, in particular. And, for our Key Note today, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are answering a question that Glenn found on Facebook that really got us thinking:
November 10, 2022
First, Chris Krimitsos stops by for an update on his Podfest MeetUp Tour. Then, for Track 1, Marc Guberti of the Breakthrough Success Podcast throws us some Podcasting Basics by talking about the importance of choosing your guests wisely. On Track 2, Elikqitie from the Travel Gluten Free Podcast follows with tips on repurposing your content. And, for today's Key Note, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime will talk about building a Facebook group for your podcast and discover the four horseman of a Facebook group apocaplypse. Welcome to the conference!
October 25, 2022
In our first track today, Jon Gay of JAG in Detroit talks about how getting to the point right away will help your Audience Growth. Then, David Pasqualone chimes in on Podcasting Basics for Track 2, talking about how aiming for fame can hit the target of podfade, instead. And, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime then have a very special secret guest for Track 3's Key Note. And, he's coming in hot with a HUGE announcement! Plus, we celebrate TWO very special birthdays. Welcome to the conference!
October 10, 2022
On Track 1, Ina Coveney of the The Global Phenomenon Podcast tells us her trick for reducing editing time... and it's BRILLIANT!! Then, on Track 2, we turn towards Marketing and Monetization with Elikqitie from the Travel Gluten Free Podcast, who shares tips on how to improve your podcast's SEO. Then, for our Track 3 Key Note, Glenn the Geek refocuses us on Audience Growth by sharing the results of a poll he did of his Horse Radio Network listeners; and, the results remind us that our shows should be ever-evolving and ever-changing to keep up with those wanting to consume our content: the listeners. Welcome to the conference!
September 25, 2022
Chris Krimitsos gives us an update on Podfest 2023. Then, for Track 1, Terry Brock from Stark Raving Entrepreneurs brings us some Podcasting Basics, talking to us about how to get ideas for your show. For Track 2, Julie Hood from the Course Creators HQ Podcast shares her thoughts on creating courses to monetize. And, for our Track 3 Key Note, Glenn had the opportunity to help out at the Podfest booth at Podcast Movement. And, while he was there, he also sat in on some sessions. So, he will be sharing notes and takeaways from what he learned with us. And... Happy Birthday to Producer Jaime! Welcome to the conference!
September 10, 2022
Producer Jaime's OTHER co-host--Jason Hill from the Owwll Podcast--is substituting for Glenn the Geek today. Marc Guberti shares a tip that really cuts to the core of the power of podcasting in terms of building your brand: Interviewing Guests Who Align with Your Business. So, he'll be sharing that tip as our Track 1 for Monetization & Marketing. Then, on Track 2 for Podcasting Basics, Valerie Hail shares a simple lesson that's great to keep in mind for our next Podfest conferences, which will be here before you know it!! Then, as our final track today, Producer Jaime and Jason decided to dig into Buzzsprout's treasure chest of tips, and bring you a REALLY great clip featuring several ways to give your show a boost... Welcome to the conference!
August 25, 2022
Glenn recently asked a critically-important question of his own dedicated community of Horse Radio Network listeners: When you are trying a new show for the first time, what turns you off? So, today, we are doing things a bit differently. Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are going to review and discuss his audience's answers, because they didn't hold back! And, their feedback can really help you to grow YOUR audience, too. Welcome to the conference!
August 10, 2022
First on Track 1 today, Mark Maynor of Podcast Production Music shares a tip that crosses both monetization AND marketing. Then, on Track 2, Mobile Home Gurl Rachel Hernandez shares a podcasting tip that truly couldn't bring things more back to basic and fundamental. And, for our Key Note today on Track 3, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime wanted to speak about repurposing content, because it can really help grow your audience. So, we will talk about how and why to repurpose YOUR content... Welcome to the conference!
July 25, 2022
For Track 1, Deb Schell of The Community Strategy Podcast drops us some tips on Monetization through building community. On Track 2 for Audience Growth, Allen C. Paul of Gods and Gigs reminds us all of how important it is to engage your audience AFTER you've put in all the work to prepare and release an episode. Glenn is out of the studio traveling today. So, Producer Jaime is joined by a special guest co-host: long-time friend of Podfest Multimedia Expo, Niel Guilarte of Wildstyle Media!! And, he provides the tip for our Key Note on Track 3--a simple, but VERY powerful Tech tip to improve your production. Welcome to the conference!
July 10, 2022
On Track 1 of today's episode, Shawn Yesner of the Crushing Debt Podcast will give you a solid understanding of how to be both consistent AND flexible in presenting your podcast, and how that balance can contribute to your Audience Growth. Then, for Track 2, we have one of this year's Pecha Kucha speakers, Valerie Hail, sharing advice on structuring your episodes... And, for our Key Note, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are FINALLY going to make good on their promise from Episode 12 and share their tips for optimizing the sound of your remote recording sessions. Better late than never, right?? Welcome to the conference!
June 25, 2022
On today's episode, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are catching up post-Podfest 2022!! Then, on Track 1, Genesis Amaris Kemp covers some Podcasting Basics for us with a tip on the best way to be a guest AND how to support your guests. And, on Track 2 for Audience Growth, Maya Chupkov of Proud Stutter provides a tip on listener surveys. Finally, for our Key Note on Track 3, Glenn and Jaime share with you the tips they presented at Podfest: Ten Tips for Working with a Co-host. Welcome to the conference!
June 10, 2022
Take a walk down memory lane with us on today's special episode! These longtime Podfest attendees submitted their favorite memories to get you jazzed up for Podfest 2022: Lee Silverstein, Ellen Ferranti, James Van Prooyen, Niel Guilarte, Elsie Escobar, Scott Johnson, Izzy Jay, Nick Snapp, Ariel Smith, and Paul Desmond Adams. Plus, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime give you a reminder of their presentation schedules, so you can be sure to mark your agendas, haha! Enjoy these wonderful memories on your way to Podfest 2022. (And, we may or may not make you both laugh and cry...) Welcome to the conference!
May 25, 2022
Podfest is less than a month away! O... M... G!!! On this special episode, we have one of the ORIGINAL Podfesters, Liz Covart, joining in as our Legend in Podcasting guest. As the host of Ben Franklin's World, she shares her passion for the craft of podcasting from a historian's perspective, digs into the depth of her content prep and process, and gives advice on how to stay sustainable--even when burnt out. After reaching 10 MILLION downloads, Liz is here to share the secrets to her success!! Then, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are diving into their list of 10 secrets to a successful Podfest. Welcome to the conference!
May 10, 2022
Chris Krimitsos joins in for the big reveal on the Podfest parties! Then, in Track 1, Glenn and Jaime will be joined by Jeff Dwoskin to hear all about something BRAND SPANKING NEW: the Podfest Entertainment Track! And, in Track 2, Rosie from the Life 100 Podcast helps us pay homage to one of our FAVORITE pieces of podcasting advice. And, in the Keynote, we discuss some of the answers people posted to the question:
April 25, 2022
On today's episode, we are joined by Jennifer Henczel, host of the Women in Podcasting Show, to review The Women in Podcasting track at Podfest. Then, on Track 2, Colleen Gallagher of
April 10, 2022
On today's episode, our first two tracks cover some essential Podcasting Basics. On Track 1, we'll hear from Mark Savant of the
March 25, 2022
We are going to begin meeting some of the voices of the faces you are SURE to see at this year's Podfest, coming up in May! Glenn is out of the studio today. So, Producer Jaime is joined by a special guest co-host--long-time friend of Podfest Multimedia Expo, Niel Guilarte of Wildstyle Media!! On our first track, Zack Demopoulos of the Raising Rents Podcast and leader of Podfest's Healthcare Con covers a Podcasting Basic--fighting podfade. Then, in Track 2, we continue supporting the podcaster's mindset with Josh Cary of the Hidden Entrepreneur (who will be leading the all new Personal GrowthCon at Podfest). We'll discuss overcoming the fear that holds you back. And, for our Track 3 Key Note on Technology and Innovation, Producer Jaime and Niel discuss Forbe's Four Podcast Predictions for 2022. Plus, we'll share our latest from Podfest and our community shout outs. Welcome to the conference!
March 10, 2022
On our first track this week, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are joined by Stu Goffman from a brand new podcast app called Picked Cherries to discuss how their helping us all with Audience Growth by increasing the discoverability and shareability of our podcasts.. Then, we are bringing things back to Podcasting Basics in our second track, as Joel Lounds from Shady Side Media and Florida Man News provides some great ways to tweak your recording environment for better sound. And, our third track is a key note on Marketing and Monetization brought to you by your hosts who answer the age-old question: How much to charge for ads?! Plus, we'll discuss Spotify's latest acquisitions, share our latest community shout outs, AND catch up with the man himself, Mr. Chris Krimitsos, on how the team's planning for Podfest in May is coming along. Welcome to the conference!
February 25, 2022
We're back!! And, our guest speaker this week, Robyn M. Sayles of Launching Your Success, gives us a lesson on brand consistency for Track 1 on Monetization and Marketing. Then, on Track 2 for Technology and Innovation, our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout, shares the top 3 transcription services for podcasters. And, our third track is a key note brought to you by your hosts! As a Creation & Launch track, Jaime and Glenn will run down the technical basics of launching a show. Plus, we'll share our latest Podfest updates and community shout outs. Welcome to the conference!
February 10, 2022
We get an update on May's Podfest from Founder, Chris Krimitsos. Bruce Wawrzyniak, host of Now Hear this Entertainment and Catholic Sports Radio, shares a few ways to help promote your podcast for our first track on Audience Growth. And, we're adding Podcasting Basics in as a new type of converence track for you, and you'll get a double-dose today. Our friends over at Buzzsprout share tips for avoiding podfade in 2022. And, our third track is a key note on interviewing authors brought to you by your hosts. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout out and reveal our holiday trivia prize winner. Welcome to the conference!
January 10, 2022
Happy Holidays!! On our first track this week, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are joined by Joe Saul-Sehy from Stacking Benjamins who reveals how writing a book can really help with Audience Growth. Then, on Track 2 for Marketing and Monetization, our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout, shares 7 ways to grow your podcast with Instagram stories. And, our third track is a key note brought to you by your hosts! As a Creation & Launch track, Jaime and Glenn will discuss creating your show art the right way. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and trivia prize for the holidays. Welcome to the conference!
December 25, 2021
Katie Krimitsos of the Women's Meditation Network joins Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime for an interesting spin on Creation and Launch for our first track, discussing the decision TO and the process OF transitioning from one podcast to another. Then, she hangs around for our second track and a chat on Audience Growth. Katie shares her experience with finding an untapped audience to serve. And, our third track is brought to you by our hosts! Producer Jaime schools Glenn on audiograms--what they are, how to make them, and how to use them. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and remind you of Jonathan's trivia question for the holidays, so you can win an AMAZING TASCAM TM-70. Welcome to the conference!
December 10, 2021
This week, Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime share our final LIVE recording from Podfest Origins in Tampa! Ariel Smith of The Food Truck Scholar takes us down a track on Audience Growth, sharing how she's used her podcast as a positioning piece. Then, on Track 2, Alex Sanfilippo of Podmatch.com and PodcastSOP.com talks about surviving and thriving during your first year or NEXT year as a podcaster. And, our third track is a key note brought to you by our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout! To help you out with your Monetization and Marketing, they will share how to ask for your listeners' support without sounding desperate. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and reveal our trivia prize for the holidays. Welcome to the conference!
November 25, 2021
This week, we recorded LIVE and in-person at Podfest Origins in Tampa, FL! Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime begin with Mike Wiston and Joe Rubin of Mowpod, who take us down our first track on Audience Growth, sharing how they've built a solid community around their podcast, Friday Night Karaoke. Then, on Track 2, we dip into Culture & Lifestyle with LaGina Harris of LaRae Infinity: Let's Talk. She chats with us about the growth of cultural microniches. And, our third track is brought to you by our hosts, who discuss using conferences to your advantage. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs, crown our trivia winner from October, and bring you a brand new trivia question from Jonathan Oakes of Trivial Warfare, so you have another chance to win a great prize. Welcome to the conference!
November 10, 2021
Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime begin with Lee Silverstein taking us down our first track, as he shares three tips to a great interview--a pretty key component for many podcasters! Then, Helena Harris helps you make your guest's EXPERIENCE even MORE successful with two amazing extra tweaks. And, our third track is brought to you by our hosts, who discuss five keys to long term success as a podcaster--tips pulled from their combined experience of over 20 years in the industry. Plus, we'll share our latest community shout outs and revisit this month's trivia question from Jonathan Oakes, so you have a chance to win a great prize. Welcome to the conference!
October 25, 2021
It's the INAUGURAL episode of the Podfest Podcast, and Glenn the Geek and Producer Jaime are excited to get you on this train down a fast track to podcast success, while celebrating our Podfest Multimedia Expo community along the way. We start with our first track on Creation & Launch from Heneka Watkis-Porter, as she helps you uncover what you should podcast about--a great place to start! Then, Coach Chris Hines takes us for our first ride on the Monetization & Marketing track, sharing three ways you can make money with your podcast. And, our third track is brought to you by our Title Sponsor, Buzzsprout, who breaks down how to measure podcast subscribers for our first time down the Audience Growth track. Plus, with shout outs for our community's milestones and a trivia question from Jonathan Oakes that gives you a chance to win a great prize, you'll want to listen to every minute. Welcome to the conference!
October 10, 2021
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