Phil Donahue vs. Rush Limbaugh (Big Podcast Insider Issue 195)

Unlock powerful podcasting tips, from mastering interviews to creating online radio stations, and learn how to amplify your message in this episode of Build a Big Podcast!

Topics covered in this episode:​

• Phil Donahue and Oprah Winfrey
  • Phil Donahue's Impact on Daytime Talk Shows
  • Oprah Winfrey's Acknowledgment of Donahue
  • Encouragement to Engage Listeners
  • Reference to Phil Donahue and David Letterman Interview
• Own Your Niche
  • Concept of Niche Ownership in Podcasting
  • Examples of Podcasters Adopting Words on Wordnik
  • Benefits of Word Adoptions for Engagement and SEO
• Larry King's Interview Preparation
  • Claim: Larry King Never Prepared for Interviews
  • Discussion on Authenticity vs. Preparation
  • Comparison with other Professionals (e.g., Guitarist Yngwie Malmsteen)
  • Advice on Traditional and Non-Traditional Preparation
• Apple Podcasts Web Edition
  • Benefits for Non-Apple Device Users
  • Increased Accessibility for Listeners
• Creating an Online Radio Station
  • Introduction to Radioize
  • Benefits of Online Radio Stations for Podcasters
  • Different Use Cases: Music, Fitness, Comedy
• The Gang Run Printing Method
  • Explanation of Gang Run Concept
  • Advantages in Cost and Time Efficiency
  • Advice on Scheduling Multiple Podcast Episodes for Recording
• Top 50 Podcasts in the United States
  • Trends in Top Podcasts
  • Advice Against Chasing Charts
  • Emphasis on Authentic Content Creation

Episode Timestamps

• 04:47 Engaging with your audience create impactful podcasts
• 09:11 The importance of authenticity in podcasting interviews 
• 10:23 Preparation is key ...
• 15:33 Using podcast programming to drive traffic
• 16:17 Increase live interaction for your podcast by using this tool
• 20:01 New podcast content, including entertainment and talk
• 24:29 Gratitude for you

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About this episode of Build a Big Podcast:​

This is the audio companion to Issue 195 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.   ​

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