Learn to Podcast

Looking to expand your podcast audience? In this episode of Learn to Podcast, host Scott Wyden Kivowitz shares valuable strategies to help you leverage social media, collaborate with other podcasters, and engage with your audience to achieve podcasting success.

  • (00:00) - 0011
  • (00:23) - Introduction to Podcast Growth
  • (00:43) - Leveraging Social Media for Podcast Growth
  • (01:15) - Collaborating with Other Podcasters
  • (01:52) - Engaging with Your Audience
  • (02:24) - Conclusion: Achieving Your Podcasting Goals

In this episode, Scott dives into effective methods for growing your podcast audience. He emphasizes the importance of social media presence and engagement, with tips on posting regularly, using relevant hashtags, and running contests and giveaways to generate excitement. Scott also highlights the benefits of collaborating with other podcasters and provides practical advice on finding partnering opportunities. Lastly, he emphasizes the significance of audience engagement, including responding to comments, participating in online forums, and hosting live events.

"By leveraging social media and collaboration while engaging with your audience, you can build a loyal following and achieve your podcasting goals."

Ready to take your podcast to the next level? Start implementing these strategies today to grow your podcast audience. Don't forget to engage with your listeners and collaborate with fellow podcasters in your niche. Find out more by tuning in to this episode of Learn to Podcast now!

Key Lessons
  • Be active on social media and engage with your audience regularly.
  • Utilize relevant hashtags to reach a wider audience on social media.
  • Run contests and giveaways to generate excitement and attract new listeners.
  • Collaborate with other podcasters to retain and expand your audience.
  • Engage with your audience by responding to comments, participating in online forums, and hosting live events.

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Creators and Guests

Host
Scott Wyden Kivowitz
Scott Wyden Kivowitz is a multifaceted creative, a podcast host, and a celebrated professional photographer from New Jersey. He’s also a dedicated educator, teaching in-person workshops, webinars, and online courses. As an author, Scott has shared invaluable insights through his books on photography and the industry. Scott captivates listeners with his warm personality on his podcasts, making complex concepts accessible to all. He fosters a sense of community through diverse topics, from cutting-edge photography techniques to creative business challenges.

What is Learn to Podcast?

Welcome to Learn to Podcast, your comprehensive guide to creating, launching, and growing a podcast. Whether you're a complete novice or a seasoned podcaster looking to take your show to the next level, this podcast has something for everyone.

In this informative and engaging podcast, we'll cover everything you need to know about podcasting, from discovering your podcasting why and crafting your podcast idea to mastering the technical aspects of recording, editing, and publishing your episodes.

Along the way, we'll provide practical tips and strategies for promoting your podcast, growing your audience, and monetizing your success. We'll also discuss the importance of staying consistent, overcoming challenges, and continuously improving your podcast.

Join us on this exciting journey into the world of podcasting and learn how to create a successful show that resonates with your audience and makes an impact.

Welcome back to learn to podcast the
show that would teach you everything

you need to know to create, grow,
and monetize a successful podcast.

I'm your host, Scott Wyden Kivowitz.

In this episode, we're going to
talk about growing your audience.

This includes leveraging social
media and other platforms

collaborating with other podcasters
and engaging with your audience.

Social media is a great way
to connect with potential

listeners and promote your show.

You can use social media to share
teasers and excerpts from your

episodes, run contests and giveaways
and engage with your audience.

Here are a few tips for leveraging
social media to grow your audience.

Be active on social media posts
regularly and engage with your audience.

Use relevant hashtags that can
help you reach a wider audience.

Run contests and giveaways.

These are great ways to generate
excitement and attract new listeners.

Collaborate with other podcasters is
a great way to retain new audience.

It's also a great way to
cross promote your show.

You can collaborate by interviewing
each other, co-hosting episodes

or participating in joint events.

Here are a few tips for
collaborating with other podcasters.

Reach out to podcasters in your niche.

Find podcasters who have a
similar audience to yours.

Be specific about what you're looking for.

Let the podcast know what you
hope to achieve by collaborating.

Be flexible.

Be willing to work with the
podcast or to find a collaboration

that works for both of you.

Now, engaging with your audience is also
essential for building a loyal following.

You can engage with your audience
by responding to comments on social

media, participating in online
forums and hosting live events.

Here are a few tips for
engaging with your audience.

Be responsive.

Respond to comments and questions
from your audience in a timely manner.

Be helpful.

Be willing to answer questions and
provide support to your listeners.

And be friendly.

Be welcoming and approachable
to your listeners.

There are many ways to
grow your podcast audience.

By leveraging social media and other
platforms collaborating with other

podcasters and engaging with your
audience, you can build a loyal following

and achieve your podcasting goals.

Thank you for listening.

And I wish you all the best.

In your podcasting journey.