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In this episode, we welcome special guest, Brian Johnson, from Buzzsprout! Brian joins us to discuss the latest updates in Audacity 3.6, including new master effects, an advanced compressor and limiter, and sleek themes. We also explore capitalizing on timely events to grow your podcast. We share strategies to maximize SEO and discoverability, emphasizing the power of straightforward titles and cross-promotion.

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Sound-off question: What is your podcast about, and what kind of current event can you leverage for growth?

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Check out Brian's podcast, Fandom from Afar!
• Audacity 3.6
• Buzzsprout Conversations episode: Jack Rhysider: How I Create Darknet Diaries
• Elle magazine article: The Rise and Rise of the Political Podcast

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In this snapcast, we are joined by Brian as we dive into Tom Webster's latest release, "The Audience is Listening: A Little Guide to Building a Big Podcast."

With his wealth of experience in podcast research and captivating presentation style, Tom's new book promises to offer practical strategies that will help sustain podcast growth!

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This episode highlights Overcast's game-changing features like Voice Boost and Smart Speed, which significantly enhance audio quality and eliminate awkward pauses. Learn about Spotify's approach to listener comments compared to YouTube's system, and hear our thoughts on the impact of requiring podcaster approval for comments. We also cover The Podcast Host's survey of top podcasting gear, and discuss the marketing prowess behind the Blue Yeti microphone, its pros, and cons, and explore affordable alternatives like the Q2U and ATR2100X.

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Sound-off question: What microphone do you use?

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Overcast's app update
• Spotify adds comments
• The Podcast Host's 2024 Podcaster Gear Survey
• Joe Casabona Blue Yeti video
• Adobe Podcast Studio
• Riverside's Conversation Studio

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