VIC Podcasters: Grow Your Podcast: Podcasting Tips for Beginners and New Hosts

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Ready to start a podcast, or grow the one you’ve already got, with confidence? VIC Podcasters is your monthly community check-in plus a library of tutorials to help you plan, launch, and build your audience. We’re shaped by what our members are asking in our email list, Facebook group, and LinkedIn group. Based in Victoria, Australia and OPEN TO EVERYONE! Join us at vcc.training/vic-podcasters. Proudly produced on Wadawurrung land.

  1. Burnout, Bandwidth, and Big Dreams 💭

    JAN 19

    Burnout, Bandwidth, and Big Dreams 💭

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/068 | Kicking off the year with a personal check-in of sorts… We’re now a monthly show. So make sure to join the community on email, Facebook, or LinkedIn to get updates on podcasting grants, burnout realities, and how to connect with the community for support and growth 🎙️ | Chapters ⏰ 00:38 - Why this episode is a phone-recorded reality check 01:34 - Upcoming podcasting grants from councils and interest groups 02:30 - A beginner-friendly webinar is coming: contribute your questions 03:20 - Honest reflections on burnout, goals, and giving yourself grace 04:15 - A reminder that all podcasting goals are valid: big or small 05:00 - Encouragement to take care of yourself in 2026 | We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig. | 🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters ⁠| 🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters ⁠| 🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/ | 🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/ | 🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way) Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia | Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠ | VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2026 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    5 min
  2. 067 Podcast Wins + Gratitude 🙏

    12/28/2025

    067 Podcast Wins + Gratitude 🙏

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/067 | As the year comes to a close, this short but sweet episode celebrates the highlights of VIC Podcasters in 2025 and thanks the community that keeps it all going. Expect reflection, gratitude, and a few shoutouts to fan-fave episodes that shaped the year. | Chapters ⏰ 00:00 - New year vibes and celebrating the wins. 00:45 - Endless thank-yous to everyone who’s been listening, sharing and lurking. 01:00 - The top five episodes of 2025 (and why y’all loved them). 02:03 - Highlights from VIC Podcasters growth and new faces across Victoria. 02:39 - A shoutout from the Video Confidence Coach, keeping it all going. 02:49 - Reflection time: lazy edits, wild jokes, and big appreciation. 03:58 - What’s staying, what’s pivoting, and how we’ll keep showing up.|We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig.|🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/|🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/|🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way)Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia|Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠|VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2025 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    5 min
  3. 066 From Weekly to Worthwhile ⭐

    12/23/2025

    066 From Weekly to Worthwhile ⭐

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/066 | We’re not going anywhere…. But we are changing how we do things. We share our big updates for 2026, including monthly podcast episodes, new quarterly Q&As, and more ways to connect without the burnout. | Chapters ⏰ 00:00 - Evil laughter and a promise: change is coming (but we're not stopping). 00:43 - Weekly episodes are out, monthly mid-month drops are in. 01:31 - From evergreen to engaging: what's next for our content style. 02:43 - Why the newsletter matters more than ever (thanks, algorithms). 03:24 - Collaboration toolkits and peer-led resources are coming. 04:05 - Introducing quarterly Zoom Q&A sessions for real-time support. 05:10 - Growing the group and making it easier to ask (and answer) questions. 06:02 - Listener gratitude, greatest hits from the archive, and what’s next.|We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig.|🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/|🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/|🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way)Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia|Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠|VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2025 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    7 min
  4. 065 Podcasting Doesn’t Have to Be Lonely 💔

    12/21/2025

    065 Podcasting Doesn’t Have to Be Lonely 💔

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/065 | Podcasting can feel lonely 💔 even if you’ve got a team or a co-host. Explore how joining VIC Podcasters helps you stay motivated, connected, and excited about your show, with real support from people who get it. | Chapters ⏰ 00:00 - Kicking things off with a podcasting existential crisis (and a good laugh). 00:44 - The real talk: podcasting is isolating unless you have a crew. 01:43 - How community stops burnout and boosts creativity. 02:21 - What VIC Podcasters offers: Q&As, newsletters, collabs, meetups and more. 03:02 - Access to tips, grant alerts, and a space to shape the community. 04:16 - Who we’re here for: newbies, relaunchers, biz owners, and podcast nerds. 05:22 - How to get involved and why your next best idea might be hiding in a comment thread.|We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig.|🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/|🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/|🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way)Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia|Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠|VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2025 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    6 min
  5. 064 Grow Your Pod With Community 📲

    12/20/2025

    064 Grow Your Pod With Community 📲

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/064 | Is it the group’s job to grow your podcast audience? Know what community support looks like (and what it doesn’t) so you can stop shouting into the void and start building real connections. | Chapters ⏰ 00:00 - A spicy Godfather reference and a cheeky intro. 00:16 - Why VIC Podcasters exists and how we help podcasters grow…. Community style. 00:44 - We’re not your marketing agency (and we never promised to be). 01:30 - What we do offer: feedback, collabs, cross-promo and real pod-to-pod connection. 02:40 - Marketing tips? Yes. Guaranteed listeners on demand? Nope. 03:00 - Your job as the podcaster: know your audience and keep showing up. 04:00 - VIC Podcasters is a village, not a vending machine. Engage first, promote second. 05:10 - If you're still listening, come join us! (And maybe don’t be spammy.)|We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig.|🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/|🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/|🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way)Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia|Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠|VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2025 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    6 min
  6. 063 Flashback: Crickets? Here’s How to Get Listeners Talking 🦗

    12/19/2025

    063 Flashback: Crickets? Here’s How to Get Listeners Talking 🦗

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/26 ⁠| Getting feedback from your listeners can feel like shouting into the void, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Hear practical strategies to encourage audience interaction, from making direct asks to leveraging social media and email lists for engagement. | Chapters ⏰ 00:00 - The struggle of talking into the void and why listener feedback is essential 01:15 - How feedback shapes content, builds community, and boosts growth 02:30 - The power of directly asking for feedback (and making it easy) 03:45 - Using social media and email lists to encourage responses 05:00 - Ethical bribery: Incentives to motivate audience participation 06:15 - Troubleshooting: Why you might not be getting feedback and what to tweak|We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig.|🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠|🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/|🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/|🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way)Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia|Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠|VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2025 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    7 min
  7. 062 Make Podcast Ideas Work Harder 💪

    12/17/2025

    062 Make Podcast Ideas Work Harder 💪

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/062 | No more scrambling for episode ideas at the last minute. Learn how to group your content, repurpose past hits, and create a content calendar that keeps you sane and your podcast running smoothly. | Chapters ⏰ 00:00 - Kicking panic to the curb: no more scrambling for episode topics. 00:42 - Using a content calendar to batch your themes and ideas. 01:20 - How grouping episodes by vibe or topic can save you serious effort. 02:15 - Ideas for seasonal themes and series to make content easier and more engaging. 03:45 - Repurpose past episodes into new content with updates, expansions, or spins. 04:30 - Create an idea bank and save your good ideas when inspiration strikes. 05:40 - Refresh your formats: rotate styles, simplify solo episodes, and prep for busy months. 06:30 - Final nudge: book a date, pick 5 titles, and start your own content bank. | We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig. | 🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters⁠ | 🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters ⁠| 🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/ | 🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/ | 🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way) Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia | Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠ | VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2025 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    7 min
  8. 061 Never Run Out of Podcast Ideas 💡

    12/15/2025

    061 Never Run Out of Podcast Ideas 💡

    Find episode show notes here 🎙️⁠ https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters/061 | Discover how to use your existing audience (no matter how small) to fuel engaging podcast episodes that actually get listened to. Find out exactly how and where to ask for ideas, plus how to stretch one question into multiple episodes with ease. | Chapters ⏰ 00:00 - How FAQs can spark F-A-ntastic episode ideas. 00:47 - The power of asking your audience, even if they’re new or niche. 01:20 - Where to ask: Facebook, LinkedIn, Discord, even your inbox. 02:55 - What if your audience is small or basic? Make one question into three episodes! 04:00 - Getting specific with formats: rants, responses, hot takes. 05:00 - Use follow-ups and clarifying questions to deepen content. 06:00 - Why you’re the best person to answer your community’s Qs. | We’re all about connecting Victorian podcasters. Newbies, pros, and the “i’m-gonna” crowd. Well put your money where your mouth is and join our mailing list, and Facebook and LinkedIn groups for exclusive updates, resources, and our community Q & A, because podcasting doesn’t have to be a solo gig. | 🎙️ Website: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters ⁠| 🎙️ Join Our Email Exclusives: ⁠https://www.vcc.training/vic-podcasters ⁠| 🎙️ Join Us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14588134/ | 🎙️ Join Us on Facebook: ⁠www.facebook.com/groups/vic.podcasters/ | 🎙️ Slide into our PO Box (the classy way) Video Confidence Coach PO BOX 5435 201 Thompson Road Geelong North LPO (Wadawurrung Country) Victoria 3215 Australia | Sponsored by ⁠Video Confidence Coach⁠ | VIC Podcasters acknowledges the Wathaurong people of the Kulin Alliance as the traditional custodians of the land on which this content was created. © 2025 Video Confidence Coach. All Rights Reserved.

    7 min
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Ready to start a podcast, or grow the one you’ve already got, with confidence? VIC Podcasters is your monthly community check-in plus a library of tutorials to help you plan, launch, and build your audience. We’re shaped by what our members are asking in our email list, Facebook group, and LinkedIn group. Based in Victoria, Australia and OPEN TO EVERYONE! Join us at vcc.training/vic-podcasters. Proudly produced on Wadawurrung land.

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