Two Decades of Podcasting Insight

489 - The Long Game: How Real Thought Leaders Are Made
March 12, 2026

489 - The Long Game: How Real Thought Leaders Are Made

In this episode, I share one of the most important lessons I’ve learned from more than twenty years of podcasting and content creation. Success in this space, more often than not, comes down to two simple things: getting star...
488 - Why a Bigger Audience Won’t Fix Your Podcast
March 5, 2026

488 - Why a Bigger Audience Won’t Fix Your Podcast

Have you ever felt like your podcast is a grind? You’ve been showing up consistently. Publishing episodes every week. Doing everything people say you should do. And yet, after months or even years, it feels like nothing is re...
487 - Podcasting Has Officially Surpassed Talk Radio.
Feb. 26, 2026

487 - Podcasting Has Officially Surpassed Talk Radio.

In this episode of Podcast Answer Man, I talk about a milestone moment that I never thought I’d see so soon. For the first time in history, audio podcasting has surpassed AM/FM talk radio as the most popular way Americans con...
486 - Video Is Not the Future of Podcasting and Why Audio Still Wins
Feb. 19, 2026

486 - Video Is Not the Future of Podcasting and Why Audio Still Wins

Lately, I’ve been seeing a growing narrative that video podcasting is no longer optional. That if you’re not producing high-quality video alongside your podcast, you’re already behind. I don’t buy it. In this episode, I offer...
485 - An In-Depth, Thoughtful Defense of Why RSS Still Matters
Feb. 12, 2026

485 - An In-Depth, Thoughtful Defense of Why RSS Still Matters

In this episode, I share a conversation that was recorded at the Cincinnati Podcast Studio with Brian Erickson . I originally invited Brian to join me for an episode of my What Are You Creating? podcast, which I typically pro...
484 - The Long Game of Podcasting: Lessons From 5,000+ Episodes with Guest Scott Smith
Feb. 5, 2026

484 - The Long Game of Podcasting: Lessons From 5,000+ Episodes with Guest Scott Smith

In this episode, I sit down with Scott Smith, host of The Daily Boost , for a wide-ranging conversation shaped by more than two decades of podcasting experience. This is an honest exploration of what it actually takes to stay...
483 - Does Podcasting Take Too Much Time and Cost Too Much Money to Produce?
Jan. 29, 2026

483 - Does Podcasting Take Too Much Time and Cost Too Much Money to Produce?

Does podcasting really take too much time and cost too much money to produce? That question came up for me after a series of conversations with experienced podcasters who have stepped away from shows they once loved. In this ...
482 - Why You Should Consider Creating a Separate Podcast with Only 5 to 10 Episodes
Jan. 22, 2026

482 - Why You Should Consider Creating a Separate Podcast with Only 5 to 10 Episodes

What if the most powerful podcast you ever create is not one you plan to produce every week for years, but one you intentionally decide to end before you ever hit record on episode one? In this episode, I share the full recor...
481 - How to Start a Podcast and Still Be Around 12 Years Later
Jan. 15, 2026

481 - How to Start a Podcast and Still Be Around 12 Years Later

If you would like to learn how to start a podcast and still be around 12 years later, you will want to listen to this episode. In it, I share a powerful conversation with Laura McClellan, host of The Productive Woman podcast ...
480 - Why Podcasting Conferences Still Matter. PodFest 2026
Jan. 8, 2026

480 - Why Podcasting Conferences Still Matter. PodFest 2026

In this episode, I share why podcasting conferences still matter in 2026. Attending podcast-focused conferences has shaped my entire career. From the early days of missing the very first podcasting events to the way conferenc...
479 - How Long a Podcast Episode Should Be: Consistency, Habit, and the Truth About Video
Jan. 1, 2026

479 - How Long a Podcast Episode Should Be: Consistency, Habit, and the Truth About Video

One of the most common questions I get from podcasters is how long a podcast episode should be , and in this episode I go much deeper than just throwing out a number. Podcast Episode Length In the first half of this episode, ...
478 - Stephen Bartlett, Diary of a CEO, and The Myth of Six Simple Tips for Podcast Success
Dec. 25, 2025

478 - Stephen Bartlett, Diary of a CEO, and The Myth of Six Simple Tips for Podcast Success

In this episode, I respond to a popular video from Stephen Bartlett , host of The Diary of a CEO , where he shares how his podcast generates seven figures a year and suggests that "anyone else can do it too" by following six ...
477 - Why I Moved the Podcast Answer Man Website to Podpage
Dec. 18, 2025

477 - Why I Moved the Podcast Answer Man Website to Podpage

Podpage Features For Podcasts: In this episode, I share the full story behind why I’ve rebuilt the Podcast Answer Man website using Podpage and why I now believe it’s an excellent turn-key solution for podcasters who don’t wa...
476 - Twenty Years In and We’re Still Arguing About This - The Real Definition of a Podcast
Dec. 11, 2025

476 - Twenty Years In and We’re Still Arguing About This - The Real Definition of a Podcast

The Real Definition of a Podcast Podcasting has been around for more than two decades. You would think the definition would be settled by now. Yet here we are in 2025, and people are still confidently giving advice in large F...
475 - Podcast Answer Man Is Back. Your P4next Questions Answered
Dec. 9, 2025

475 - Podcast Answer Man Is Back. Your P4next Questions Answered

Your P4next Questions Answered After several years focused on business strategy and mindset coaching, I am stepping back into the role that shaped two decades of my work. Podcast Answer Man is officially back. This episode ma...
474 - The Zoom PodTrak P4next: The Most Impressive Podcast Device I’ve Used in Years
Nov. 26, 2025

474 - The Zoom PodTrak P4next: The Most Impressive Podcast Device I’ve Used in Years

In this episode I return to my Podcast Answer Man roots and share an in-depth review of my newest and most unexpected favorite piece of podcast gear. The Zoom PodTrak P4next! This tiny device delivers almost everything I rely...
473 - The Magic of Audio First Content Production
Nov. 26, 2024

473 - The Magic of Audio First Content Production

In this episode, I speak about the enduring power and benefits of audio-first content creation, specifically podcasting. Even as the media landscape continues to evolve, I firmly believe that audio podcasting remains a highly...
472- Outline Any Podcast Episode in 15 Minutes or Less: A Proven 9-Question Method
Nov. 4, 2024

472- Outline Any Podcast Episode in 15 Minutes or Less: A Proven 9-Question Method

In this episode, I'm thrilled to share a proven method for quickly and effectively outlining presentations, talks, webinars, or any form of communication. At the core of this approach are nine focusing questions I learned fro...
471 - The Million-Dollar Mistake Most Podcasters Make (And How to Avoid It)
Sept. 9, 2024

471 - The Million-Dollar Mistake Most Podcasters Make (And How to Avoid It)

In this episode, I reveal the complete 11-step formula I recommend for building an online business. This valuable content—which people have paid thousands of dollars to receive in my in-person workshops—is now being shared wi...
470 - Core Beliefs Every Entrepreneur Needs for Success
July 29, 2024

470 - Core Beliefs Every Entrepreneur Needs for Success

In this value packed episode, I share 19 core essential beliefs that I believe are critical for entrepreneurs in order to achieve success. These beliefs cover a wide range of topics, from believing in your ability to succeed ...
469 - Is It Worth Having A Video Version of Your Audio Podcast?
June 17, 2024

469 - Is It Worth Having A Video Version of Your Audio Podcast?

Have you ever felt the magic of something you love slowly slipping away? In this episode, I share how my experiment with creating a video version of this podcast was diminishing the magic of my beloved audio-first approach to...
468 - Let’s Put An End To The Myth of The Overnight Success
June 8, 2024

468 - Let’s Put An End To The Myth of The Overnight Success

I’ve been observing an alarming trend. Many people are prematurely quitting their day jobs, having fallen for the myth of overnight success. In this episode, I will discuss the myth of overnight success and its negative impac...
467 - Turning Podcasting Failures into Success: My Top Three Mistakes Over The Past Four Years
May 23, 2024

467 - Turning Podcasting Failures into Success: My Top Three Mistakes Over The Past Four Years

In this episode, I open up about the top three mistakes I've made over the past four years. I'll share how stopping my weekly podcast content, neglecting consistent email communication with my audience, and abandoning my life...
466 - Graham Cochrane | Do You Know Who You Are And What You Truly Want Out of Life?
May 16, 2024

466 - Graham Cochrane | Do You Know Who You Are And What You Truly Want Out of Life?

Most people are living a life that’s not even close to the life of their dreams. Some people are living parts of their dream, but they feel something is missing. Many feel stuck in this season of life or go through their day ...