A Model for Viral Content (Big Podcast Insider Issue 181)

In this episode of Build a Big Podcast, David Hooper discusses the importance of creativity over constant upgrades in podcasting equipment and shares valuable insights on creating viral content and effective public speaking for podcasters. Key Themes Upgrade: Software and equipment improvements Content Creation: Writing books, viral content Public Speaking: Tips for engaging presentations Humor: Effective use in podcasting Equipment: Budget-friendly podcast studio setup Podcast Growth: Tools for audience expansion Coaching: Personalized podcasting guidance Topics covered in this episode:​ Upgrading software and equipment for podcast production Writing and publishing multiple books in a short timeframe The importance of grabbing attention and delivering on promises for viral content 10 Rules of Public Speaking and how they can apply to podcasting Embracing spontaneity and humor in podcasting to keep the audience engaged Using a $100 podcast studio setup for budget-friendly podcast production Episode Timestamps 05:14 Creating a good podcast setup with a tight budget 06:36 Minimal equipment upgrades force you to focus on functionality 10:40 Choose your friends wisely 15:21 "Overplanning" your podcast can hinder spontaneous and interesting conversations 17:08 Stay flexible, trust yourself, embrace humor 20:59 Old-school marketing toolkit for podcast growth - get it free! The Newsletter for Podcasters Big Podcast Insider - Weekly Podcasting Newsletter ​ This episode of Build a Big Podcast is brought to you by Riverside ...​ Riverside is online recording software that makes it easy for podcasters to record studio-quality interviews from anywhere. Try it free and, if you like it, get 15% off any membership plan when you use the code BIGPODCAST.​​ About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​ This is the audio companion to Issue 181 of Big Podcast Insider. If you're interested in more info on what I talk about on this episode and also links, that's where to go. On this episode, I dive into where the money is made in podcasting. how to get more reviews (and subscribers) for your podcast, podcast hosting, and more.   ​ Big Podcast Insider is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode, you can subscribe here – it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time with a single click.​ Want more help growing your podcast audience? Big Podcast Extra - Podcasting Tips Big Podcast AMP (Audio Monetization Program)