Tuesday Sep 26, 2023

Fitting Your Podcast Into Your Life with Eric Nevins and Amy Fritz

Does this sound familiar?

You pour your heart and soul into your podcast, but you just can't seem to gain traction.

You've been told to hustle harder, to push through the exhaustion and squeeze every spare minute into podcasting. But let's face it, this approach only leads to burnout and frustration.

Your passion deserves better than that. It's time to step back, reevaluate, and discover the strategies that will truly maximize your time and productivity in podcasting part-time.

Quotes from the episode:

"Consistency is key in podcasting because it allows you to become a part of your audience's life." - Eric Nevins

"Batching is a game changer for maximizing time when podcasting part-time. It allows you to stay in the groove and be more productive." - Amy Fritz

"Get ahead of your podcasting schedule by recording and scheduling episodes in advance. This gives you the freedom to take breaks and ensures consistency for your audience."- Amy Fritz

In this episode, you will be able to:

  • Uncover the significant role of consistency in attaining a successful podcast.

  • Realize the huge advantages of producing batch content for effective time management.

  • Profoundly grasp how scheduling episodes ahead of time can optimise your podcast operations.

  • Understand how to mitigate guest availability issues and schedule conflicts seamlessly.

  • Glimpse into the invaluable advantages of CPA Gold membership and the upcoming sessions on offer.

Timestamped summary of this episode:


00:00:00 - The Importance of Consistency,
Consistency is key in podcasting as it helps you become a regular part of your audience's life.

00:00:31 - Introduction to Christian Podcasters Association,
The podcast is affiliated with the Christian Podcasters Association, which supports and connects believers who have podcasts to help them grow their faith and their audience.

00:01:15 - Meeting at Podcast Movement,
The hosts discuss their recent meeting at Podcast Movement, where they had the opportunity to connect with other Christian podcasters and learn from each other.

00:02:46 - Maximizing Time as a Part-Time Podcaster,
Many podcasters have other jobs and podcasting is done part-time. The hosts discuss the challenges of balancing podcasting with other responsibilities and share strategies for maximizing time.

00:08:06 - Slow Batching Method,
The slow batching method involves dedicating specific blocks of time for recording and production. This allows for focused work and helps podcasters stay consistent with their content creation.

00:11:04 - Fast Batching Method,
The fast batching method is a more intensive approach where podcasters dedicate a whole week to recording and editing multiple episodes. This method is ideal for podcasters who have a backlog of recorded episodes.

00:13:13 - Consistency and Showing Up,
It is important to continue showing up in people's feed and be consistent in releasing episodes. Consistency helps to build a loyal audience who knows when to expect new content and will keep coming back for more.

00:14:43 - The Value of Consistency,
Consistency is key in podcasting because it helps you become a part of your audience's life. When listeners know that your podcast is released on a specific day or time, they will make it a part of their routine to listen to your show.

00:16:54 - Batching Work,
Batching work is a great way to stay ahead and be more efficient with your podcast production. Whether you choose to do a little at a time or hyper-focus and get a lot done in one go, finding dedicated time to work on your podcast is crucial.

00:18:16 - Creating a Long Runway,
By setting aside a good amount of time to work on your podcast, you can create a "runway" to get into the right mindset and be more productive. This allows you to fully focus on the task at hand without interruptions.

00:22:54 - Scheduling and Flexibility,
Scheduling interviews and podcast production in advance can help accommodate both your schedule and your guests' availability. Being flexible and open to finding a time that works for both parties is important for a successful podcasting experience.

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