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Interview podcasts are a dime a dozen these days which means it's more important than ever for yours to stand out above the rest. Though it might be the least sexiest part, your interview prep is the thing that will most define your success or failure.
On this episode of the Q'd Up Podcast on Podcasting, we're continuing our series on interview podcasts with a discussion about your preparation. I'll explain why your interview prep is important, what things you should focus on to get it done not just well but efficiently, and how you can get your guest's guard down to get better answers for your podcast.

As you begin to think about creating a podcast for yourself or your business, you need to figure out what style you want your podcast to have. On this episode of the Q'd Up Podcast on Podcasting, we're going to be discussing why an interview podcast should be on your radar.
Join host Matthew Stevens as he takes a look at what an interview podcast entails, the benefits of having one, and the unique challenges you'll likely face along the way. If you're contemplating starting an interview podcast, this is a must-listen episode to learn what's needed to make it great.

It's that time of the year again . . . The new Infinite Dial report has come out, providing insight on how the podcast industry is moving. On this bonus episode of the Podcast Industry Experts, hosts John and Matt take you through the highlights of the Infinite Dial 2022 report.
Matt and John look at important metrics that can help you as a podcaster. From what social media apps are most popular and the lack of emergence in social audio to how the pandemic continues to impact where and when people listen to podcasts. This episode will give you unique insights you can use on your podcast and in your marketing so you stay ahead of the curve.

Music is practically a necessity in podcasts these days. Listeners expect higher production value and one of the easier ways to improve the sound of your podcast is by incorporating royalty-free podcast music and sound effects. But where you get your music matters a great deal as a copyright strike can ruin your day or potentially even cost you serious money. On this episode of the Q'd Up Podcast on Podcasting, we're going to take a closer look at royalty-free podcast music -- from its importance to a list of reputable websites where you can find high-quality tracks that won't break your budget.

From independents podcasters looking to quit their day jobs to do this full time to brands wanting to offset their costs, podcast monetization is seemingly on everyone's mind right now. But is it actually right for everyone and where should you even start?
That's what we'll be discussing on this week's episode of the Q'd Up Podcast on Podcasting. Join host Matthew Stevens as he discusses when you should begin thinking of podcast monetization and details a few of the best options available for both large and small podcasts alike.
If you've been looking to make a few bucks from your podcast, this is the episode to listen to.

When writer's block hits, it hits hard and absolutely no one is immune to its effects. But did you know that writer's block can refer to a ton of different issues all with wildly different symptoms and solutions? That's precisely what we're talking about on this episode of Cover 2 Cover.
Join host Isabelle Mongeau as she breaks down some different types of writer's block you'll likely come across and tips on how to overcome each of them. Whether you're a professional writer, an amateur, or you have to write anything ever; this is an episode you're surely going to want to listen to.