The Podcast Producers

Jessica Rhodes and Corey Coates of Podcastica

The Podcast Producers is a seasonal show that focuses on subjects related to the art and business of podcasting. Hosts Jessica Rhodes and Corey Coates bring a polished, journalistic, audio experience to present a multifaceted insight into the world of podcasting and the personalities who produce them. Each season presents conversations with podcasters who have experience and expertise in areas such as podcasting for hobby or business, statistics and demographics of listeners, advertising models, podcast networks, the psychology of podcasting, production, broadcast radio and more.

  1. 05/17/2016

    Align Your Podcast with Your Business and Staying Motivated

    This week Jessica and Corey welcome podcaster and entrepreneur, Natalie Eckdahl of BizChix to the show. Natalie is a seasoned podcaster, successful business person, and devoted mother who manages to not only find time to balance her business and life, but is a coach and inspirational figure for helping hundreds of others like her.   Key Takeaways: [01:30] The Podcast Producers is recorded after hours on Thursdays as a fun, personal project. [03:00] Is Corey addicted to Tic Tacs? [03:55] When is it time to change things up in your podcast show format? [05:30] Natalie Eckdahl is today's guest, and friend of the show. [06:55] Does everybody want to hug Corey? [07:32] - ADVERTISEMENT - Season 2 is sponsored by PODCAST MOVEMENT [09:40] Today's guest, Natalie Eckdahl is welcomed on the show...again? [13:45] Natalie has a tough time turning off her entrepreneurial mind, and needs to intentionally eliminate distractions related to work. [16:45] Turning off or not checking email - be careful to wait for work to come to you. Though it makes you feed "needed", it's a very inefficient way to work. [20:00] Natalie speaks to where she finds the talent and creativity in helping podcasters align their business with their podcast. [24:30] Jessica and Natalie talk about the evolution of business podcasts in the last 3 years, including how BizChix is mixing up the format. [27:20] Should podcasters replay old episodes instead of making fresh content? [30:45] Wait, where the heck is Corey? [35:30] Lots of podcasters podfade, and Natalie shares some anecdotal stats. [40:00] When are "seasons" appropriate for your show format? [43:30] Natalie shares some of her more vulnerable moments and how to she gets past impostor syndrome. [48:20] Private Facebook groups are an amazing support system for podcasters, and entrepreneurs alike. [51:30] There is a growing need for higher-level podcasting groups for those who want to go beyond the basics. Mentioned in This Episode: Podcast Movement BizChix Jessica's Blog Podfly

    59 min
  2. The Power of Podcast Conferences

    05/03/2016

    The Power of Podcast Conferences

    Katie and Chris Krimitsos are a true podcasting power couple. As the event organizers of Podfest, Chris and Katie connect podcasters and have helped launch dozens of successful shows. Chris produces the highly original and creative, Story Jam Theatre. Katie is very well-known and respected in the female entrepreneur space with her show, Biz Women Rock. Tune in to hear this husband and wife team share how they balance work, life, family, and podcasting! Key Takeaways: [00:10] The Podcast Producers is sponsored by Podcast Movement. Use the promo code PRODUCERS to get $50 off the cost of registration. [01:50] Corey and Jessica remind listeners that there is often a "blooper reel" at the end of each episode, including many fumbles and some of the little goodies that didn't make the final cut. [02:48] This week Katie and Chris Krimitsos are introduced as guests - will the baby join the show? [04:28] Jessica shares her story of the first time she had met Katie and their subsequent working relationship. [05:45] Corey shares his story of the first time he met Chris in person at Podcast Movement. [07:35]  - Podcast Movement Advertisement - [12:56] Jessica and Corey welcome Chris and Katie to the show and ask how he and Katie got started with podcasting. [16:25] Katie and Chris have helped launch about 50 podcast locally. [16:45] Chris records Story Jam Theatre live, and explains the pre and post production work involved. [22:15] Chris shares how they have taken turns supporting each other in their professional and creative ventures. [28:37] Where does Katie find her passion? What lights her up? [35:45] Is there a secret brotherhood among men in podcast? [38:15] Chris makes a special announcement for Podfest.us 2017 in Orlando and an update on their upcoming podcast documentary. [45:30] Katie and Chris share how they focus on balancing work, life, health, and family. Mentioned in This Episode: Podcast Movement Podfest Story Jam Theatre Biz Women Rock Jessica's Blog Podfly

    54 min
  3. 04/19/2016

    Uncomfortable Interviews and Surviving the Apocalypse

    The Podcast Producers welcomes Harry Duran of the Podcast Junkies onto the show. Harry's podcast is incredibly unique in both style and vibe. You feel like you're able to let loose and relax into your chair whenever you listen to his show. We invited this Podcast Junkie on the show today to get to know him a little bit better. Harry believes that the 15-20 minute mark is when an interview tends to hit the sweet spot and start to get good. He also loves to interview people with the video on so that he can see his guests' reactions to his thought-provoking questions.   Key Takeaways: [1:20] Jessica has lost her voice. [2:30] Could you be silent for 11 days? [2:50] Harry Duran joins us on today's show! [3:50] Jessica loves Harry's podcast because you can let your hair down and get loose! [4:50] Thank you so much Podcast Movement for sponsoring us! [5:00] Why are you going to Podcast Movement? Call us at 347-480-1153 and leave us a message. [7:15] Harry, do you ever listen to your own show? [9:25] Shout-out to all our Lebanese listeners. [10:50] There are many layers to producing really good music. [11:50] What was the most uncomfortable interview Harry ever did? [18:45] Doesn't it get distracting when you have a Skype interview with video on? [19:55] Harry is trying to get more comfortable with the silence during an interview. [21:25] Waiting and letting people continue their secondary thought after a question is answered can reveal much more than their initial response. [21:50] The real meat of the conversation comes in about 15-20 minutes into an interview. [23:05] Who is Harry? [23:50] Harry is spiritual, but not religious. [25:25] Harry and his wife, Nathalie, have a dog named Disco who has been with them for 11 years. [26:50] Who is Nathalie? [29:15] Harry is a pure New Yorker at heart, but it's important to get out of your comfort zone. [30:05] Harry talks about living through Hurricane Sandy. [32:30] Most people will not be able to survive more than three days because they don't have an emergency plan. [36:00] Jessica doesn't want to teach her kids that strangers are bad, because most people aren't like that. [38:10] Harry is sooooo good at marketing. [40:25] You're never trying to sell the mattress, you're trying to sell a good night's sleep. [41:40] Hey Harry, help us come up with a retention hashtag! [43:45] First three people to hashtag Harry will get a free Podcast Junkies t-shirt. [46:15] Heads up listeners! We're recording these shows and then releasing them. We're not batch producing The Podcast Producers this season.   Mentioned in This Episode: www.podcastmovement.com/ www.thepodcastproducers.com www.podcastjunkies.com www.twitter.com/podcast_junkies www.cedarsoil.com www.jessicarhodes.biz www.podfly.net

    54 min

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The Podcast Producers is a seasonal show that focuses on subjects related to the art and business of podcasting. Hosts Jessica Rhodes and Corey Coates bring a polished, journalistic, audio experience to present a multifaceted insight into the world of podcasting and the personalities who produce them. Each season presents conversations with podcasters who have experience and expertise in areas such as podcasting for hobby or business, statistics and demographics of listeners, advertising models, podcast networks, the psychology of podcasting, production, broadcast radio and more.