👍"It depends."

Hey friends,

There is a phrase I use over and over when speaking about podcasting.

If you’ve been in a session with me or picked my brain on a discovery call, you’ll have heard me say the phrase, "it depends."

“How long should an episode be?”

“What is the best number of episodes to publish each month?”

“Do I have to buy a microphone?”

“How many times must I promo each episode on social media?”

“Must I use video?”

Answers to questions like these hinge on your unique goals, interests, and audience.

This is why making things personal is really important.

Your podcast's success is influenced by various factors, including but not limited to:

• Your personal skills and passions;

• Your show objectives;

• What is already happening in your niche;

• Who your target audience is;

• Your capacity and resources at hand etc

Given this complexity, there are no one-size-fits-all answer.

What works for one podcaster may not work for another.

And so, it depends.

But there is a way to gain clarity.

To navigate uncertainties effectively, it’s crucial to build a solid foundation in podcasting basics.

Because at the end of the day, the success of your podcast depends on you.

Understanding the fundamentals of podcasting will empower you to create a show that resonates with your audience, is sustainable and fulfills your aspirations.

While “it depends” might not be the answer a new podcaster is hoping for, attending a Podcast Starter Workshop might be the confidence boost you are looking for.

Perfect for new audio creators who want to understand the fundementals, upskill themselves and do as much as they can on their own, but also want to be sure they are headed in the right direction.

I am hosting a Podcast Starter Workshop next month and you are invited.

Date: Saturday 29 March 2025, from 10:00 - 12:00
Venue: Latitude Podcast Studio, 9th floor Latitude Aparthotel
Cost: 1950pp - This includes a 1-hour Solo Session in the Latitude Podcast Studio to record your first episode at a later date valued at R800-00.

To confirm your attendance, email podcasts@seanloots.com before Friday 7 March 2025.

One last thing.
If you livestream your podcast using Facebook, your videos will be deleted within 30 days.

Facebook announced the change to their Live Video Storage Policy last week.

P.S. There are only 10 spots available for the Podcast Starter Workshop.

Keep creating,

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