The Podcast Gauntlet - Throw Down, Discuss, Rise & Shine in Podcasting

Mike Wilkerson & Bryan Entzminger
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The Podcast Gauntlet - Throw Down, Discuss, Rise & Shine in Podcasting

It’s time to Throw-Down, Discuss, Rise & Shine in Podcasting! Two Podcasters bring up the Podcasting industries “requirements”, hallmarks and “must-do or you will FAIL!” elements and share their valuable perspectives!

  1. SEP 20

    Forget the Fundamentals: Just Get a Professional Podcast Promoter!

    Everyone's been been burning the midnite oil when - whattya' know?! Help has arrived! It's time to cast aside all of the fundamentals that have allowed you to enjoy the program you and/or your cohosts have compiled - TIME TO BRING IN THAT PROFESSIONAL PODCAST PROMOTER promising "A1 success and huge audiences around the globe!", right? Hold on a minute there, Soon-To-Be-Howard-Stern! It's time to crack that subject wide open inside this episode of the Podcast Gauntlet where we Throw-Down, Discuss, Rise & Shine in Podcasting! The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!        Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet:   Timestamps for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: 00:00 Be cautious of unsolicited pitches from podcast promoters promising rapid success. 05:00 Indie podcasters struggle to compete with shows having professional teams. 09:13 Pre-event disorganization impacts post-convention follow-up and outcomes. 10:52 Skeptical about organic traffic promises reliant on ads and dubious contacts. 15:45 Scammer,

    22 min

  2. AUG 30

    Money is Money: Just Sign the Contract, Dummy…

    Those of you that are in podcasting, whether it be as talent as a podcaster or perhaps as a podcast editor, you'll find value in contracts. And no, really. You'll find value in contracts. In fact, you know what? Money is money. Just sign the contract, dummy. That's the focus of this episode of the podcast gauntlet That's what we're gonna talk about inside this episode of the Podcast Gauntlets, where we throw down, discuss, rise, and shine in podcasting The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!        Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet:   Timestamps for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: 00:00 Understanding the multipronged podcast content editing process. 05:29 Podcast editing takes time, so ask questions. Contact us at podcastgauntlet.com to inquire. 07:00 Clear communication and solid agreements are essential for understanding expectations and requirements. 12:33 Understanding the relationship terms outlined in contracts. 16:12 Good reputation, stable customer base, and essential contracts.

    36 min

  3. JUL 18

    You MUST MONETIZE Your Podcast

    Look. Everyone's interested in money. I'm not saying everybody's greedy, but I am telling you that when it comes to podcasting, there's this dangling little carrot out in front, and very often, it's got dollar signs. Well, you know what? You must monetize your podcast. Or do you? That's what we're gonna talk about inside this episode of the Podcast Gauntlets, where we throw down, discuss, rise, and shine in podcasting The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!        Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet:   Timestamps for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: 00:00 Securing a giant sponsor in 2007 greatly boosted my podcast network, allowing me to invest in new ideas and experiments. While there is definite value in monetizing podcasts, it also enables people to share valuable knowledge and potentially make sales. Embracing the tools available on the internet is essential. 05:02 Pre-screen conversations online to streamline in-person visits. 09:58 Genuine conversations lead to impactful storytelling in podcasting, revealing relatable humanity and inspiring insight.

    17 min

  4. JUN 18

    Facebook Ads Will Make Your Podcast Successful

    We've all got a face. You know, a lot of us still even have books. But you know what everybody's got? Facebook. You're using it daily, whether it's to chat with family, friends, your coworkers, people you don't know, people that just wanna be your friend, whatever it is, you're using Facebook. But you know what else Facebook is good for? Ads. But you know what it's best for? To make your podcast successful. We're gonna talk about that inside this episode of the Podcast Gauntlet. The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!        Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet:   Timestamps for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: 00:00 Recognizing the complexity of effective advertising planning. Understanding the need for audience targeting and the misconception of instant results from advertising. Emphasizing the importance of thorough planning and audience understanding, especially in podcast promotion 05:43 Identifying ideal listener, market differentiation, and offering stories. 08:13 Engaging users effectively across platforms is key.

    18 min

  5. JAN 24

    Do I Have Time to Podcast? Dividing Your Life’s Pie

    Another day/week/month/year has started and - oh my - you've finally gotten the Podcast Bug! Time to get the gear, plot out some time, and issue the next "excellent thing" that's going to conjure an amazing audience, an outlet for your ideas, energy and perspective. Isn't that AWESOME? Just a quick question though: DO YOU HAVE TIME? We continue to pile upon ourselves, our families and - others around us to "make the dream happen" but how many times have you actually taken a moment to ask yourself: "Do I Have Time to Podcast?" You'll start thinking a LOT harder as you listen to this episode of The Podcast Gauntlet that challenges YOU to Throw-Down, Discuss, Rise and Shine in Podcasting!   The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!      Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!

    15 min

  6. JAN 7

    The Brilliance of The Blue Yeti Microphone

    In 2009, Blue released The Yeti, a handsome, silver recording tool that was destined to change the landscape when it comes to sound/audio/podcast/voiceover capture. The results were likely not what they were expecting, but not because the product wasn't good, but because - well - people don't read the manual and don't understand how best to use it. No matter which side of the argument you land on, there's a LOT to learn about the Blue Yeti and this episode of The Podcast Gauntlet challenges YOU to Throw-Down, Discuss, Rise and Shine in Podcasting!   The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!      Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: -- Learn All About The Yeti: a href="https://www.historyextra.

    13 min

  7. 12/11/2023

    Constructive Criticism: Says Who?

    Few things will light the fuse on a variety of emotions, perspectives and life directions faster and deeper than FEEDBACK. How many of YOU ask for take in and - then DO SOMETHING WITH IT? How many of you have the proverbial "SHIELDS UP" moment when you receive (especially CONSTRUCTIVE) feedback? As always, it's time to THROW DOWN, Discuss, Rise and SHINE in Podcasting as Mike and Bryan talk about this and a whole lot more inside this episode of The Podcast Gauntlet!   The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!      Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet: -- What is "Constructive Feedback?" https://www.valamis.

    19 min

  8. 11/18/2023

    Can I Use a 3-Second Disney Clip In My Podcast?

    Few things make Podcaster Satisfaction Meters PING harder, than being able to include a copyrighted clip into your content. STOP DOING THIS! if you don't own it, then DON'T USE IT! Mike & Bryan talk about that and a whole lot more inside this episode of The Podcast Gauntlet!   The ultimate success for every podcaster – is FEEDBACK! Be sure to take just a few minutes to tell the hosts of this podcast what YOU think over at Apple Podcasts! It takes only a few minutes but helps the hosts of this program pave the way to future greatness! Not an Apple Podcasts user? No problem! Be sure to check out any of the other many growing podcast directories online to find this and many other podcasts via The Podcaster Matrix!       The Podcast Gauntlet Podcast Connection Links:   Connect with The Hosts (and View Direct Contact information Below!)   Subscribe to This Podcast & Listen Now!      Subscribe, Like, and Share Everywhere! Help The Podcast Gauntlet Grow!   The Shownotes for this Episode of The Podcast Gauntlet:  -- What is Disney? https://www.forbes.com/companies/walt-disney/?sh=377b4b115730 -- What is Copyright? https://www.

    14 min
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It’s time to Throw-Down, Discuss, Rise & Shine in Podcasting! Two Podcasters bring up the Podcasting industries “requirements”, hallmarks and “must-do or you will FAIL!” elements and share their valuable perspectives!

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