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How to Balance Podcasting With a Full-Time JobA podcasting side hustle is a great way to get started. And let's face it, the odds are against you starting a podcast and instantly making millions off of it. But if you're good with you're time you can use your full-time job to support your podcasting habit. And if your podcast grows...you'll be all set. Wavve has put together a list of 9 tips to help you manage the tenuous balance between your podcast and your regular job. Here are a few quick tips to get you started.
Forbes Has a Few Ideas About Making Money With a PodcastWe know what we're doing at Wavve, but if you want a second opinion, that makes complete sense. Forbes knows a thing or two about business and they have a few pointers in a recent post called, How to Start a Podcast and Make Money in 2024. It's a deep dive into podcasting and how to be successful at it. Analysis: Clarity is king here, and it's done with good messaging hierarchy. The podcast title is clear and resides at the top of the image. Info on the latest episode is front and center, and for potential listeners that's important. We're not the biggest fans of the overuse of exclamation points, but using it to add excitement to "New Episode" works just fine. 💲 How to start a podcast for your business. Learn more. 🤖 5 ways content marketing has changed since ChatGPT. See them. 📢^^ YOUR AD HERE! Knock, Knock. Who's there? Spotlight. Spotlight, who? This email goes to registered creators at wavve.co or those subscribed to The Wavve Blog. Wavve helps [WORK_ROLE GOES HERE] creators grow their influence online with social video and text. |
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How to Promote Your Podcast Effective promotion starts with a solid show. Validate a few episodes, then focus on clear messaging and consistent systems. 1. Build the Basics Define your topic, audience, and value. Create a clean, SEO-friendly website for easy discovery. 2. Use Your Own Channels Send episode updates via email. Share clips, quotes, and summaries on social. 3. Repurpose Smartly Short video clips Written summaries Simple quote graphics 4. Expand Your Reach List your podcast on all...
Podcast Diversity Report Reveals Major Gaps A new USC Annenberg Inclusion Initiative study shows that top U.S. podcasts still lack meaningful diversity—especially compared to leading TV, film, and music. Key findings: 64% of hosts on top 2024 U.S. podcasts are men. Video podcasts skew even more male, with the biggest imbalance in business & tech—92% male-hosted. Women-hosted shows still feature mostly male guests (54%). True crime is the only category with a female-majority of hosts (53%),...
Find Your Next Podcast Topic Choosing a strong topic is one of the most important steps in launching (or refreshing) a podcast. When you pick something you're genuinely curious about, it’s easier to stay consistent — and much easier to attract listeners who stick around. This guide offers 60+ niche topic ideas ranging from psychology, tech, DIY, reviews, outdoor adventures, storytelling, and true crime to finance, branding, food, fitness, and more. You’ll also find 15 podcast format options —...