"Authenticity" is just lack of effort? 👀 (Podcraft Pointers)

Published about 1 month ago • 1 min read

Hello, Podcrafters!

Does agreeing too much make for boring conversations? Will your podcast fail if you don't listen to other shows? And does the definition of a podcast really matter?

To support this newsletter, please check out Alitu.com - the best, quickest, and easiest podcast editing software on the planet.

We tackle these hot takes and more on this week's Podcraft. It was a fun yet thought-provoking chat, and we're really enjoying the new format...

👉 Listen to the latest episode of Podcraft

Mic Drop Fact: Sound energy turns into heat
As sound travels, it gradually loses energy, mostly converting into tiny amounts of heat due to air friction.

⬆️ How to Open (& Close) With a Bang ⬇️

Every episode you put out could be the first one someone stumbles across, so your intro is doing a lot of heavy lifting. Get it right, and you're setting the tone straight away, giving listeners a proper feel for what the show's about and making it dead clear this is exactly what they've been looking for.

Then, when you get to the outro, don't just trail off. That's your moment to turn a curious first-timer into a regular, so make sure you're giving them a reason to come back for more.

Check out our guide for a masterclass on opening and closing your episodes for maximum effect...

👉 Podcast Intro Script Template

😋 Sound Bites

A tasting platter of tools, tips, and treats for your podcast. Short links, big value!

🧙‍♂️ The Podcasting Sage Says:

“Small episodes still build big catalogues.”

Consistency compounds.

⛔ Tech Getting in Your Way? 😣

Most podcasters don't start because they want to become audio engineers or spend hours editing.

We built Alitu so you could focus on your voice, your message, and your audience. Try it free for seven days, and see for yourself how quick and easy it makes everything.

Some notable features include text-based editing, automatic filler-word removal, and you'll be amazed at how it cleans up your audio and fixes the volume levels.

You can also record and publish your podcast in the Alitu interface, meaning you don't need multiple subscriptions to other platforms.

It's the ultimate all-in-one podcast platform, built for podcasters, by podcasters. And you can earn $25 for each new customer you refer to Alitu, too!

Cheers!
Matthew & Jacob

The Podcast Host, Stephen’s Street, Inverness, Scottish Highlands IV2 3JP
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