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How We Find and Book Guests for Podcasts

Posted on September 1, 2016 (November 17, 2022) by rockthecast

If you are a host of an interview based podcast, you know the importance of having great guests on your show. These guests must not only fit within your niche topic, but also have relevant and compelling content that resonates with your target audience. Just because the market seems to be saturated with so-called “experts” and you may be receiving an abundance of pitches from them, does not mean that you are getting the right guests for your show. So how do we at Interview Connections find and book the best guests for our client’s podcasts? […]

Why Your Company Should Start Podcasting

Posted on August 29, 2016 by rockthecast

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How We Choose What Podcasts We Book Our Clients On

Posted on August 25, 2016 (March 30, 2022) by rockthecast

A question I am often asked by prospective Interview Connections clients is “How do you determine what podcasts you will pitch me to and book me on?”. Whether or not you’re thinking of working with us as a guest expert, this blog will help you decide which shows are the right fit for you as a guest expert. […]

List Building Tips for Podcasters

Posted on August 18, 2016 (March 23, 2022) by rockthecast

Whether you have your own podcast or you are getting interviewed as a guest expert, one of the great benefits you’ll experience is building your email list. In order to have the maximum number of listeners opt-in to your list, you need to have a killer landing page with the following elements:

1. A simple URL. At some point during your interview or podcast, take the opportunity to direct listeners to a clear, simple URL. Remember, most people are listening while in the car, at the gym, etc. so they may not have the opportunity to write down what you are saying. Make it logical, short, and easy to remember. […]

How to Introduce a Guest on Your Podcast

Posted on August 11, 2016 (November 18, 2022) by rockthecast

When you have an interview-based podcast, there is going to be a time in your show when you introduce your guest to your audience. It’s easy to fall into a rut of just reading their standard bio from their one sheet and moving on to the interview. But if you really want to entice your listeners right from the start of your show, take your intros to the next level and get personal.

Why are you excited to have this guest on your show? That’s what your audience wants to know. Because if you’re not excited to interview your guest, your audience isn’t going to be excited to listen! Share with your audience how you met the guest or how you personally connected with their story or content […]

How to Pitch a Podcaster

Posted on August 10, 2016 (February 14, 2022) by rockthecast

Podcasters are being pitched by potential guests more than ever before! Some podcasters love it and a lot of podcasters hate it. If you want to be booked as a guest, you need to know how to pitch a podcaster the right way. In this episode, I’ll teach you the 5 skills I learned going door to door for a non profit, and how you can apply those skills to pitching podcasters […]

Podcasts vs. Internet Radio: Key Differences & How They Work

Posted on August 4, 2016 (February 10, 2025) by rockthecast

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One of my most frequently asked questions is: What is the difference between a podcast and an internet radio show? Even with the popularity of podcasts on the rise, the difference between these mediums isn’t always clear. Here are 4 main differences between a podcast an internet radio show.

1. Podcasts are pre-recorded. Internet radio shows air live on a specific day and time, while podcasts are pre-recorded. This allows for podcasts to be edited, while the content on internet radio shows is raw and live as it happens. […]

How to Select the Right Topics for Your Podcast Interviews

Posted on July 21, 2016 (November 18, 2022) by rockthecast

You believe in the power of podcasting to grow your business and you’re ready to start getting interviewed on podcasts yourself. With the huge number of shows and topics out there, how do you know which topics you should be interviewed about? Here are three ways to determine your guest expert interview topics.

1. Know why you are getting interviewed – First and foremost, you need to identify your goal for doing interviews. Are you hoping to grow your email list? Do you want more buyers for your online course? Having a clear goal in mind will help you focus your topic list down to drive listeners to what you want them to do most. […]

What Podcasts Should I Be a Guest Expert On?

Posted on July 14, 2016 (March 30, 2022) by rockthecast

With the exploding popularity of podcasts in recent years, there are thousands of interview-based podcasts on iTunes. When you’re using podcast interviews to grow your business, it can be difficult to know which shows you should be a guest expert on. Contrary to popular belief, “big” shows with huge download numbers are not [necessarily!] the answer. Before you start sending mass pitch emails to every podcast you can find, reach about these four criteria so you know if the podcast is a good fit for you. […]

Return the Favor for Greater Business Results

Posted on July 12, 2016 (October 26, 2017) by rockthecast

Hey everyone, thanks for joining me for today’s episode of Interview Connections TV. I’m Jessica Rhodes and here to help you rock the podcast from both sides of the mic. One very important tip I have for you today, if you are using podcast interviews as a way to grow your business and you host […]

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