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As we approach the final days of November, it’s a fitting time to look back at what this year taught us about podcasting — not just as creators, but asContinue reading “The 10 Things Podcasting Taught Us in 2025”

Black Friday always brings a certain energy — urgency, excitement, noise, offers everywhere. But beneath all the hype, there are a few lessons podcasters can take into 2026… and aContinue reading “What Podcasters Can Learn From Black Friday (And What They Should Ignore)”

Late November is a powerful time to begin something — not because you need to rush, but because almost no one else is starting anything right now. Beginning before JanuaryContinue reading “Why Starting Before January Gives You a Head Start (Even If You Only Start Planning)”

Because podcasting isn’t just about listening — it’s about connecting. Every great project needs a bold, ambitious goal. For GROW Radio, that’s GROW Live — our long-term vision to bring podcasters, listeners,Continue reading “GROW Radio’s Big Hairy Audacious Goal: GROW Live”

Because success in podcasting starts with patience, not pressure. Launching a podcast is exciting — but it’s also easy to expect too much, too soon. You picture thousands of downloads,Continue reading “Managing Expectations When You Launch a Podcast”

Because every “yes” costs you something — time, focus, or energy. Podcasting often starts as a passion project — and before long, it can take on a life of itsContinue reading “Saying No: Protecting Your Time as a Podcaster”

Because your podcast should work around your life, not the other way round. Many podcasters start strong, then quietly fade when the pressure of keeping up becomes too much. TheContinue reading “How to Plan a Sustainable Podcast Schedule (That Doesn’t Burn You Out)”

10 Reasons to Create a Media Kit for Your Podcast Because your podcast deserves to look as professional as it sounds. If you’re serious about growing your podcast — throughContinue reading “10 Reasons to Create a Media Kit for Your Podcast”

True crime podcasts have shaped modern audio storytelling more than almost any other genre. Even if your podcast isn’t about solving mysteries or revisiting real-life cases, there’s a lot everyContinue reading “What Podcasters Can Learn from True Crime Podcasts”

It’s one of the most common questions podcasters ask: “What time should I release my episodes?” And the answer is… it depends. There’s no one-size-fits-all “perfect time.” But there isContinue reading “What’s the Best Time of Day to Release Your Podcast?”