Episodes

Joe Rogan "broke a promise" to his listeners, and his fans aren't happy after Spotify quietly added unskippable midroll ads to his podcast—despite Rogan once claiming he'd never interrupt conversations with ads. Would you be...

Podfest 2025 is just around the corner, taking place from January 16th to 19th at the Renaissance Hotel in Orlando, Florida! As the longest-running in-person podcasting event, it's the perfect opportunity to connect, learn, a...

How do you stay true to your values while creating an engaging podcast? Today, we discuss "What would you do" scenarios that many podcasters encounter when featuring guests with differing opinions, all while preserving the in...

Have you ever faced a professional opportunity that challenged your integrity for the sake of financial security? Today, we're weighing in on a 'Would You Rather' scenario sparked by a real-life story of a producer leaving Th...

Have you ever grappled with growing your podcast audience or monetizing your show? You’ve poured your heart into creating engaging content, but it feels like you’re spinning your wheels without seeing the growth you deserve. ...

What if you could grow your podcast audience from hundreds to thousands starting with with just $2-3 a day? That’s exactly what Tyler Perry (no, not the filmmaker…the host of the 'Believing the Bizarre' podcast) did. I had th...

Happy 2025! Did you know that 23% of people give up on their goals just one week after New Year's Day? This phenomenon is known as Quitter's Day, and today, we're here to help you make steps to start small and determine the ...

( Available in video and audio formats ) In today’s episode, the tables are turned as I take the hot seat in an interview originally recorded for Dr. Jen Riley’s digital marketing master’s students at Vanderbilt University. D...

The end of 2024 is closing in on us quickly, so today, we’re sharing our podcast intentions for the remainder of the year. The Empowered Podcasting Community continues to grow, and this year was no exception, making it a win ...

What’s on your holiday wishlist for your podcast? In today’s episode, we kick things off by sharing our podcast holiday wishlists, featuring gear upgrades and dream tools that could elevate our setups. Then, we dive into the ...

Today, we’re diving head-first into the latest podcasting news and tools shaping the industry. We discuss Google AI Studio’s groundbreaking multimodal capabilities and ChatGPT’s enhanced video analysis features. We also exami...

Have you ever heard someone say, “Just press record and start your podcast!” That’s easier said than done, especially when starting your podcast journey as a solo creator. Today, we’re talking about the craft of solo podcasti...

While our fearless leader, Marc, is traveling, the co-hosts take the driver’s seat to explore the joys and challenges of podcast co-hosting. We discuss finding the ideal co-host, building strong on-air chemistry, and creating...

The co-hosts are stepping in while our fearless leader, Marc, is traveling! Today, we’re sharing our favorite podcast episodes of the year that we have recorded ourselves. We reflect on memories, standout interviews, and the ...

What's the key to turning an audience into a thriving, supportive community? Today's discussion is inspired by the recent DMV Podcaster Meetup, where someone asked me, "'how do you build a community?"'The Empowered Podcasting...

Is Kylie Kelce the new queen of podcasting? Could she really be dethroning Joe Rogan from his reign at the top of the charts? Let's find out more! In today's episode, we're diving into the latest podcasting headlines, includi...

Is video podcasting the missing piece in your content strategy? Today, we’re continuing our conversation about video podcasting and some of the challenges that come with it. Do you really need fancy equipment, or can you star...

Video podcasting is exploding in popularity, and we’re here to help you get started confidently! This week, we’re exploring ways to elevate your video podcasting game. Today, we focus on keeping your recording setup simple, i...

Today, we're bringing back David Griffiths for an exceptional follow-up to our last conversation. He offers suggestions for creative growth strategies, consistent content creation, and learning how to leverage viral trends li...

In this episode, I sit down with David Griffiths, a faith-based content creator with over 1.5 million TikTok followers and the visionary behind the Content Creating Academy. From his humble beginnings as a gospel singer to be...

Is YouTube set to dethrone Spotify as the Alpha and Omega of podcasting? The video platform has made strides over recent years, finally surpassing Spotify and becoming the leading podcast platform. Find out more as we cover h...

Do you want to break the podcasting mold? Today, we set bold intentions for 2025—challenging traditional norms, defying conventional advice, and creating content on our terms. We explore how to take the pressure off ourselves...

Can you believe it? The final weeks of 2024 are here! It’s time to recognize the growth, lessons, and small victories that define our personal and podcasting journeys. We talk about the importance of nurturing creativity, bui...

What if your creative ideas were living beings waiting for you to bring them to life? Today, we touch on this idea and explore ways to keep your creative flame burning bright by focusing on overcoming self-doubt, acting on id...