{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Baby Reindeer Podcasting (Big Podcast Insider Issue 178)","description":"David Hooper talks about a Dave Ramsey impersonation scam, explores essential podcasting tools like Audacity 3.5.1, and delivers tips for podcast growth and authenticity Key Themes  Avoiding scams and impersonation in podcasting Importance of tailored coaching for podcasters Equipment options for budget-friendly podcast setups Audience growth through effective improvement strategies Innovating within the podcast format Using professional tools for audio enhancement Continuous self-improvement and critique in podcasting  Topics covered in this episode:\u200b  Discussion on a scam involving someone posing as Dave Ramsey to sell investment schemes and debt reduction plans Overviews of podcast studio packages available for purchase, including details on equipment included in both a $100 and $200 option Analysis of new features in Audacity 3.5.1, including cloud project saving, pitch shifting, and a simplified interface Techniques for improving podcast hosting skills, focusing on one area at a time such as enhancing listening capabilities or delivery Impostors on social media impersonating podcasters Insights on creative risk and content delivery that meets audience expectations but also pushes boundaries  Episode Timestamps  04:52 Robin Williams' struggles in show business ... similar to a lot of people 09:08 Identify podcasting roadblocks, focus on improving and implementing 10:35 Repetitive interview questions that hinder genuine conversations 15:10 Voiced audiobooks, podcasting templates, training 18:29 Learning podcasting from music industry and pioneering digital media 20:38 Podcast uniqueness lost with copied interview format 24:11 Impersonators appear on social media, even inpersonating podcasters 28:02 Free tools and templates for podcasters' success 29:43 Subscribe to this podcast at bigpodcast.com for podcast growth tips  The Newsletter for Podcasters   Big Podcast Insider - Weekly Podcasting Newsletter&amp;nbsp;\u200b   This episode of&amp;nbsp;Build a Big Podcast&amp;nbsp;is brought to you by Riverside ...\u200b Riverside&amp;nbsp;is online recording software that makes it easy for podcasters to record studio-quality interviews from anywhere.&amp;nbsp;Try it free&amp;nbsp;and, if you like it, get 15% off any membership plan when you use the code BIGPODCAST.\u200b\u200b About this episode of&amp;nbsp;Build a Big Podcast:\u200b This is the audio companion to&amp;nbsp;Issue 178 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.&amp;nbsp; &amp;nbsp;\u200b Big Podcast Insider&amp;nbsp;is a weekly newsletter on podcasting. If you like the content of this episode,&amp;nbsp;you can subscribe here&amp;nbsp;\u2013 it's free and you can unsubscribe at any time with a single click.\u200b Want more help growing your podcast audience?  Big Podcast Extra - Podcasting Tips Big Podcast AMP (Audio Monetization Program)  ","author_name":"Big Podcast Playbook - Grow Your Podcast. Build Your Audience.","author_url":"https:\/\/podcast.bigpodcast.com\/","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/31182692\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/content\/171745197"}