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The Podcast Producers

The Podcast Producers is a seasonal show that focuses on subjects related to the art and business of podcasting. Hosts Jessica Rhodes and Corey Coates bring a polished, journalistic, audio experience to present a multifaceted insight into the world of podcasting and the personalities who produce them. Each season presents conversations with podcasters who have experience and expertise in areas such as podcasting for hobby or business, statistics and demographics of listeners, advertising models, podcast networks, the psychology of podcasting, production, broadcast radio and more.
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May 17, 2016

This week Jessica and Corey welcome podcaster and entrepreneur, Natalie Eckdahl of BizChix to the show. Natalie is a seasoned podcaster, successful business person, and devoted mother who manages to not only find time to balance her business and life, but is a coach and inspirational figure for helping hundreds of others like her.

 

Key Takeaways:

[01:30] The Podcast Producers is recorded after hours on Thursdays as a fun, personal project.

[03:00] Is Corey addicted to Tic Tacs?

[03:55] When is it time to change things up in your podcast show format?

[05:30] Natalie Eckdahl is today’s guest, and friend of the show.

[06:55] Does everybody want to hug Corey?

[07:32] - ADVERTISEMENT - Season 2 is sponsored by PODCAST MOVEMENT

[09:40] Today’s guest, Natalie Eckdahl is welcomed on the show...again?

[13:45] Natalie has a tough time turning off her entrepreneurial mind, and needs to intentionally eliminate distractions related to work.

[16:45] Turning off or not checking email - be careful to wait for work to come to you. Though it makes you feed “needed”, it’s a very inefficient way to work.

[20:00] Natalie speaks to where she finds the talent and creativity in helping podcasters align their business with their podcast.

[24:30] Jessica and Natalie talk about the evolution of business podcasts in the last 3 years, including how BizChix is mixing up the format.

[27:20] Should podcasters replay old episodes instead of making fresh content?

[30:45] Wait, where the heck is Corey?

[35:30] Lots of podcasters podfade, and Natalie shares some anecdotal stats.

[40:00] When are “seasons” appropriate for your show format?

[43:30] Natalie shares some of her more vulnerable moments and how to she gets past impostor syndrome.

[48:20] Private Facebook groups are an amazing support system for podcasters, and entrepreneurs alike.

[51:30] There is a growing need for higher-level podcasting groups for those who want to go beyond the basics.


Mentioned in This Episode:

Podcast Movement

BizChix

Jessica’s Blog

Podfly

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