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Chatmosa - Podcasters in Training Starting and growing a podcast can sometimes feel like an overwhelming, solo mission, but it doesn't have to be. We know that the real secret to a successful show is having a strong community of fellow creators to share experiences, bounce ideas off of, and support each other through the roadblocks. Here is what you can expect going forward: Weekly Sessions: We host "Podcasters in Training" every Friday (unless we give you a heads-up otherwise). Ongoing Support: We are here to help you ditch the complicated tech stacks and focus on what actually matters: your content. Real Growth: Our ultimate goal is to support your podcasting journey and help you build a brand-new pipeline to earn money directly from your audience. Bring any questions or ideas you've been working on. We're building this together!

  1. Oct 31 ·  Video

    Episode 39: Comments, Backchats, Longer Titles and Descriptions

    CHATMOSA — Chatmosa Drop: Comments Backchats Longer Titles and DescriptionsDavid, Camille, Sandra, and Auntie Derek were joined by special guests Nish and Nicole for a working session on the latest Chatmosa feature releases, and how to get your episodes found and how to turn listeners into fans who stick around.What you'll learn:✅ Titles and descriptions that pull traffic. The team raised title limits from 50 to 100 characters and expanded brief descriptions to 250. Auntie Derek saw a noticeable jump in YouTube views right after making the change.✅ The Instagram link trick. Nish's rule is to post a strong visual with no link in the caption, then put the episode link in the first comment. You get the reach without the algorithm penalty.✅ Comments are live on Chatmosa. Listeners can now respond directly on episodes and articles. Search engines crawl those comments too, so every conversation also helps people discover your show.✅ Your mailing list is your real asset. Camille's point was that platforms change, but your email list goes with you. Ask listeners to join it every episode.✅ Redo it if it's not right. The hosts talked openly about re-recording. Quality comes from iterating, not from getting it perfect on the first take.✅ New platform tools. Upgraded chat and new email templates make it faster to promote episodes and stay in touch with your audience.The bottom line: Reach gets people in the door. Engagement keeps them coming back. As Auntie Derek put it, the feedback from engagement shows you what's working.👻 Watch the replay, drop a comment, and join us next week for more. — Click for more.

  2. Oct 24 ·  Video

    Episode 38: Every Great Podcast Is a Story First

    CHATMOSA — 77,000 views in 30 days. Auntie Derek did it, and he's here to tell you how. 🎙️On this episode of Podcasters in Training, David, Camille, Auntie Derek, and Nicole get into what actually grows a show: titles that get clicked, stats that tell you what's working, and stories people come back for.🔥 In this episode:✅ Camille walks through Chatmosa's new sign-in: just your email and a one-time code, no passwords✅ Why your podcast title matters more than you think, and how to write one as a question listeners need answered✅ Auntie Derek's 77K-view month and what the new stats dashboard reveals✅ How to attract sponsors and turn visibility into revenue✅ Nicole's publishing plans and why author interviews are a storytelling goldmine: the voice behind the story is the hook💡 Steal these for your show:1️⃣ Write titles as questions, with keywords people actually search for2️⃣ Check your stats weekly and double down on what's landing3️⃣ Follow up with a live Q&A so your audience turns into a community4️⃣ Tell the story behind the storyNot just downloads. Fans who stick around. 💜👉 Watch the full interactive replay, ask questions, and join the community on Chatmosa: https://chatmosa.chatmosa.com/🎧 Start your own podcast in your browser. No downloads, no tech skills: https://chatmosa.com#Podcasting #PodcastTips #PodcastGrowth #Chatmosa #CreatorEconomy #PodcastersInTraining — Click for more.

  3. Oct 17 ·  Video

    Episode 37: Podcasting Doesn’t Need to Be Perfect

    Join Us — If a couple of 14-year-olds can launch a podcast from their couch, what's stopping you? 🎙️Every new podcaster hits the same walls: tech headaches, platform fatigue, and waiting until everything is perfect. On this episode of Podcasters in Training, the Chatmosa team and guest creators break down how to get past launch anxiety, run a lean solo production, and build a real community. They also cover two new features built straight from creator feedback.🚀 New on Chatmosa:✅ Auto-Publish Scheduler: Record on your schedule and publish on theirs. Pre-record, pick the exact go-live time, and keep your page unlisted until launch. It works whether you recorded on Chatmosa or somewhere else.✅ Password-free sign-in: Enter your email, get verified, and you're in. Nothing to remember, and no passwords stored.💡 What the panel taught us:1️⃣ Progress beats perfection. Auntie Derek's advice is to climb the stairs one step at a time.2️⃣ Respect the invisible work. A clean 45-minute show hides hours of prep, so set up your editing and clipping workflow early.3️⃣ You don't need a studio. Nicole produces her shows solo, and the connection with listeners matters more than the gear.4️⃣ Protect your community. Access codes and private rooms keep sensitive conversations under your control.5️⃣ Video gets attention, and personality keeps it. Clips drive discovery, but authenticity is what builds retention.🎯 Start before you feel ready. Show up consistently. Let your personality turn casual listeners into fans who stick around. 💜👉 Watch the interactive replay and join the community: https://chatmosa.chatmosa.com/🎧 Start your show today. All you need is a browser: https://chatmosa.com📅 Join us live next week for the next Podcasters in Training!#Podcasting #NewPodcaster #PodcastTips #SoloPodcast #Chatmosa #PodcastersInTraining #CreatorEconomy — Click for more.

  4. Oct 10 ·  Video

    Episode 36: Hip-Hop Journalism and Daytime Tea

    CHATMOSA — What does it take to write about rap and hip-hop, and what happens when a podcast makes the jump from audio to video? 🎤On Episode 36 of Podcasters in Training, Nicole breaks down her latest episode with veteran music journalist Billy Johnson Jr., the first one she shot on video. David, Camille, Auntie Derek, and Sandra join to dig into co-host chemistry, comfort on camera, and why being real beats being polished every time.🔥 In this episode:✅ Behind the scenes of Nicole's interview with Billy Johnson Jr. on the craft of music journalism✅ Going from audio to video, and how to stay comfortable on camera✅ Private recording: get loose first and publish when you're ready✅ Why co-host chemistry makes podcasting easier and more fun to watch✅ Nicole's solo workflow, from recording to distribution everywhere✅ A first look at what's next on Chatmosa, including the search feature you've been asking for 👀💡 Takeaways for your show:1️⃣ Authenticity wins over production polish2️⃣ Record privately until the camera feels natural3️⃣ Co-host rapport is a feature, so lean into it4️⃣ Use AI tools for the busywork so you can focus on the conversation5️⃣ Strong titles and active social presence keep people coming back🎯 Auntie Derek put it best: be your authentic self on your podcast. That's how listeners become fans who stick around. 💜👉 Watch the interactive replay and join the conversation: https://chatmosa.chatmosa.com/🎧 Start your own show in your browser: https://chatmosa.com📅 Catch Podcasters in Training live every week!#Podcasting #HipHop #MusicJournalism #VideoPodcast #PodcastTips #Chatmosa #PodcastersInTraining — Click for more.

  5. Oct 3 ·  Video

    Episode 35: One RSS Feed, Whole New Show

    CHATMOSA — Chatmosa: Podcasters in Training, Followers Are Temporary. Community Isn't.Chatmosa: Podcasters in TrainingThis week David, Chatmosa's Head of Product, CEO Camille, CTO Sandra and Auntie Derek, Head of Growth and special guest podcaster Nicole, from Keipeki Publishing leads the discussion through a packed session: a brand-new logo, a simple way to bring your existing podcast to Chatmosa, fresh Jumbotron controls, and how to start getting paidWarm-up: snack warsAuntie Derek and Nicole open with the important questions, like whether pineapple belongs on pizza and why a Jamba Juice Mango-A-Go-Go is always the right call.A new look for a new quarterCamille, Chatmosa's CEO, unveils the new Chatmosa logo. With a recent office move and a new quarter ahead, she says the timing was right: "It's time to wake up and refresh our branding."RSS - Bring your podcast with youAlready have a show somewhere else? Your RSS feed is the key. The team walks through how importing your feed moves your existing episodes into Chatmosa, with no starting over. The case study is Catch a Break, an established podcast that made the move and gained a more interactive experience for its audience across both audio and video. As Camille puts it: "It's about bringing life back to the podcasts that you've built."New this week: more control over your JumbotronAuntie Derek and Sandra demo the latest slide management features, including the ability to reorder slides after you upload them. Clickable links and visuals turn an episode into something your audience can explore, not just play. "Your Jumbotron should be an interactive experience for your listeners," says Auntie Derek.Getting paid with StripeNicole explains how connecting your Stripe account unlocks paid subscriptions and exclusive content, and why it matters for trust: "By connecting your Stripe account, you're essentially verifying your legitimacy." Auntie Derek sets the goal: "We want to hear you say, 'I need another bank account because I'm making too much money.'"Key takeaways✅ Your RSS feed lets you move an existing podcast to Chatmosa without losing your back catalog✅ Jumbotron slides can now be reordered after upload✅ Use links and visuals on the Jumbotron to make episodes interactive✅ Connect Stripe to offer paid subscriptions and exclusive content✅ Build for community, not follower countsCamille closes with the line of the episode: "Followers are temporary, but building a community around your content is vital."Join us next week for another Chatmosa: Podcasters in Training session. — Click for more.

  6. Sep 12 ·  Video

    Episode 34: New Office, New Energy, New Stories

    CHATMOSA — The Chatmosa team is back—and this week, we're podcasting our way through startup life. Fresh from our move to Playa Vista, California, David, Camille, Auntie Derek and Nicole reunite to talk about what it really means to build a company—and a podcast—in public. Camille shares why transparency and collaboration have become part of the Chatmosa journey, while Auntie Derek gets to the heart of what makes a podcast worth listening to: your voice is your brand. In a world overflowing with polished content, authenticity, personality, and a point of view matter more than ever. And because this is Podcasters in Training, things don't stay too serious for long. Nicole brings the unexpected with a rapping intro, the team trades stories from the trenches, and everyone shares what they're learning about finding an audience, creating consistently, and turning listeners into a real community. Along the way, we dig into some of the questions every new podcaster eventually faces:- How do you find your authentic voice?- How can social media and clips help people discover your show?- How do you turn listeners into participants instead of passive viewers?- And what does it actually take to keep publishing when you're still figuring everything out? That's what Podcasters in Training is really about. We're not pretending to have podcasting completely figured out—we're learning, experimenting, making mistakes, and building Chatmosa at the same time. New headquarters. New ideas. A few laughs. And another week of learning how to podcast in public. Come along for the ride. 🎧 — Click for more.

  7. Aug 15 ·  Video

    Episode 33: Does Your Podcast Really Need Video?

    CHATMOSA — Is video taking over podcasting, or is audio still the format that listeners love most?This week on the Chatmosa Podcast, David, Camille, Auntie Derek, Sandra, and returning guest Nish, dive into one of the biggest debates in podcasting today: Video vs. Audio. From YouTube's explosive growth to the enduring power of audio during commutes, workouts, and everyday life, the team explores why the future isn't about choosing one format—it's about giving audiences the freedom to engage however they want.Along the way, they share practical advice for creators, including why shorter episodes can outperform longer ones, how AI-powered articles can dramatically improve podcast discoverability, and why consistent branding matters more than flashy graphics. You'll also get a behind-the-scenes look at how Chatmosa is connecting podcasts with interactive visuals, articles, and clickable content that deepen audience engagement.Whether you're an experienced podcaster or thinking about launching your first show, this episode is packed with insights on content strategy, SEO, AI, production quality, and building a podcast people actually want to come back to.In this episode you'll discover:- Why video and audio podcasts serve different audiences—and why both matter.- How AI and written companion articles can help your podcast get discovered.- The surprising benefits of shorter episodes for audience growth and social media.- Tips for creating consistent podcast branding and artwork.- Real examples from new podcasts launching on Chatmosa.- Why your unique perspective is your greatest advantage as a creator.As Nish reminds us, "Your experience and your point of view may not exist yet, so put that out there."Whether you're watching on YouTube or listening through your favorite podcast app, this conversation will change the way you think about creating—and consuming—podcasts. — Click for more.

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Chatmosa - Podcasters in Training Starting and growing a podcast can sometimes feel like an overwhelming, solo mission, but it doesn't have to be. We know that the real secret to a successful show is having a strong community of fellow creators to share experiences, bounce ideas off of, and support each other through the roadblocks. Here is what you can expect going forward: Weekly Sessions: We host "Podcasters in Training" every Friday (unless we give you a heads-up otherwise). Ongoing Support: We are here to help you ditch the complicated tech stacks and focus on what actually matters: your content. Real Growth: Our ultimate goal is to support your podcasting journey and help you build a brand-new pipeline to earn money directly from your audience. Bring any questions or ideas you've been working on. We're building this together!