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On this special episode of the Podcast Review Show, my co-host Erik K Johnson and I take a step back from our regular podcast reviews to delve into an intriguing topic—why so many podcasts fail to make it past the 7-episode mark. We discuss the very real phenomenon of podcast burnout and explore the reasons behind it. From the misconceptions around the amount of work involved in podcasting to the challenges of growing an audience and generating revenue, Erik and I share our own experiences and insights. By sharing practical tips and shedding light on common pitfalls, we hope to provide valuable perspectives for podcasters who may be grappling with similar challenges. So if you’re a podcaster looking for advice on understanding the dynamics of podcasting, avoiding burnout, and growing your show, this episode is for you. Tune in as we uncover the reasons why many podcasts fade away and how to overcome these hurdles to keep your show thriving. Get a Review of Your ShowYou select an episode to listen to, and Dave and Erik listen to it and go over it with a fine tooth comb along with your website, branding, audio quality, flow, and much more. Podcast Review Show Meet Your HostsDave Jackson from the School of Podcasting Erik K. Johnson the Podcast Talent Coach Chapters00:00 Why Podcasts Fade Away and How Coaching Can Help 00:44 No Line No Waiting 01:16 What We Do Here 01:53 Why Most Podcasts Fade Away 02:06 7 Episode Hurdle 04:46 1. Harder Than You Thought 05:30 Our Episode Process 09:14 2. It Grows Too Slow 10:37 18 Million Downloads 14:14 It Doesn't Generate Income Quickly 16:53 How Many Downloads Do I Need? 18:19 Meausring Success 19:10 What Is Your Purpose 20:14 An Outside Viewpoint Will Spot Things You Miss Mentioned in this episode: The Power of Podcasting Network Looking for more shows about podcasting? Check out the Power of Podcasting Network. Power of Podcasting Network

Dr. Brad Miller is writing a book and wanted to start building and audience so he launched the show Beyond Adversity with Dr. Brad Miller. His current description in Apple Podcasts is: Beyond Adversity with Dr. Brad Miller is all about the belief that every person has a God-given promised life of peace, prosperity, and purpose. And that you must implement a planned pathway with the proper people to quickly overcome adversity and depression to achieve that promised life. Dr. Brad Miller teaches practical strategies to defeat depression and live a life of joy as well as interviews successful people who have overcome great adversity to arrive at a place of peace, prosperity and purpose. His website is https://www.drbradmiller.com/ What We Liked About ItThe intro had a nice vibe with the music. You introduced the guest before the intro clip so people had the context of who he was. You had a nice transition into the interview. The website has a nice clean look. The audio sounded good. You did a good job of promoting future episodes. What We Thought Needed TweakedYou introduced the guest multiple times. Once is all we need. Your guest somewhat ran away with the interview. Instead of making it a three-part interview, identify the key turning point, and get to that content as quickly as possible. Leave the rest on the editing room floor. While the guest fit one of your "D's" (Depression), the stakes weren't very high in a way that made me wonder, "What is going to happen next." Have a lead magnet for your newsletter. Give them a reason to sign up. The audio had some "interesting timing," which you later explained was caused by a cold. Mentioned in this episode: Get Your Podcast Reviewed Looking to take your podcast to the next level? Want to get honest feedback and valuable insights from experienced professionals in the industry? Look no further than the Podcast Review Show! Dave and Erik have years of experience in the podcasting and radio world, and we know what it takes to make your show stand out from the crowd. When you order a review from Podcast Review Show, you'll get in-depth feedback on everything from your content and delivery to your production quality and marketing strategy. But we don't just offer criticism - we also provide actionable tips and advice on how to improve your show and reach more listeners. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, our reviews will give you the tools you need to take your show to the next level. So why wait? Order your review today and start growing your podcast audience like never before. With Podcast Review Show, you'll be on the path to podcasting success in no time! Podcast Review Show

DescriptionPodcast Review Show – Get Your Podcast Reviewed Weekly podcast dedicated to supporting heavy metal music in every way possible. Hosted and produced by Jon “The Vernomatic ‘’ Verno, Metal Mayhem Roc presents a blend of feature interviews with heavy metal legends and stars of tomorrow. With in house created content like ”Streaming for Vengeance”, ” Mount Rushmore of Metal” ‘Metal Confessions” and the “Business of Metal “you, the listener, is left both educated and entertained. With an emphasis on presentation and professional industry audio imagery, Metal Mayhem ROC is your go-to source for everything metal. Website: https://www.metalmayhemroc.com/ This is a Special EpisodeToday Jon "THE VERNOMATIC" Vernon paid to have us listen to TWO episodes of his show. Hence there is a bit more feedback, but also, at the end of every show the guest is allowed to ask as many questions as they want (which really adds value in addition to having two consultants at the same time) and Jon had some really good questions (and we kept them in). Also, the power went out as we were recording you won't hear Erik or Jon at the end. What We Liked About This EpisodesJon has just the right amount of energy on the microphone. Dave loved the trivia that had him learning new things. You all have passion for the subject. You did a great job of introducing the panel and getting to the topic The intro leaves no doubt that this is a Metal show The tease at the end of the show really left us wanting more. Erik found the story of the upstart record label fascinating. The artwork on the website is amazing. What We Thought Could Use Some PolishingOn the interview show, your tease gave away the whole story There was some tapping on the table(?) and of course, Dave caught the popping P's and ums. Dave found some of the details about the bands that he didn't know and didn't get to hear dull. The recap episode, it was very much like a Wikipedia entry. There are facts but no personality Make your "blog" into the "listen" part of your website and embed the player from your media host. When you force feed people into an app (Spotify) that can rub people the wrong way. Embed a spotify player in the blog posts (making them "episodes) and then have links to subscribe to Apple, Spotify, Google, and Amazon in each episode (and maybe a page on your website to make it simple) There are times when you sound like you're doing radio (group speak, "Hey everybody") when people don't listen in groups. They listen in the car or in earbuds, etc. "Thanks for listening, I'm so glad you're here (singular). Inject your personalities into the show. Look at that Metal Show on VH1 Classic where they would have to compile a list. This pulls the audience in as they try to decide if they agree with you or not. You can do this without turning into endless arguments. Jon mentioned you had a timer. Jon Wants You To Listen to 1986You can check it out here and check out the site at www.metalmayhemroc.com/ The Goal Of This ShowThis show aims to help you make the best episodes and grow your downloads. Check out Dave and ErikFind Dave at schoolofpodcasting.com Find Erik at podcasttalentcoach.com Subscribe and Follow the Show a...

Live Well and FlourishIf you’re ready to think beyond material and external success, if you’re ready to take control of who you are and the kind of life you live, if you’re ready to flourish, this podcast is for you. The topics I cover help you understand what it means to live a flourishing life, a life of meaning, satisfaction, and enduring happiness. Check it out at www.livewellandflourish.com What We Liked About the ShowThe intro is great that lets you know where you're going along with the warm of a campfire in the cabinCraig does a little housekeeping, but its shortSome great stories about losing weightAny "fancy" words were explainedInstead of reading someone's bio, you explained why they were important and stuck to the facts that were relevant to the audience.The website uses Podpage (learn podpage at www.learnpodpage.com ) and has a great layoutCraig had the best ending EVER on this show. One, a completely clear call to action.Great length. You said what you needed to say, and left.The "three things" is a great way to summarize the episode.Audio sounded great, and the musical branding was nice. What We Thought Might Need Some TweakingCraig scripts this show and for 90% of it, his reading is fine, but at times we need a little more smile, and some pauses. Some of the color choices on the website make it slightly hard to read in some places.Craig's old branding is on his mastodon community.Add a few more stories when you make a point (if possible)Maybe add a "so that you can" to the introPotentially add a specific question, "Have you ever done a little thing that ended up with big results? I'd love to read or play it on the show. More InformationFind Craig at www.livewellandflourish.com Find Dave at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Find Erik At www.podcasttalentcoach.com Get Reviewed at www.podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme

Today we are looking at the Skeptic Metaphysicians. Their description is, "Like Mulder from the X-Files, we want to believe. So we've embarked on a journey of discovery. We've talked to people deeply entrenched in the spiritual, metaphysical, mental health and self-help worlds. We've thrown ourselves into weird and wonderful experiences, and we're sharing them with you in an effort to find the trick to self-growth. Whether your interests lie in the metaphysical or the spiritual or even grounded in the three-dimensional world, this show will help you explore the endless possibilities of self-growth....tinged with a hint of the supernatural. New episodes every Wednesday!Check out their website at www.skepticmetaphysician.comWhat We Liked About the Show* Some really good questions were asked* You did a GREAT job of being skeptical without being cynical (a very safe space)* You didn't interrupt the guest when they were in the thick of a story* We loved your description of the show* You did a great job of stepping into the shoes of your guest.* You take the show seriously but still kept it light.* The website looks great using Podpage (http://www.trypodpage.com)* Your "final" answer showed vulnerability and was amazing.* Great job explaining the roles (scientist) of the people involved.* The podcast sounds great.What We Thought Needed Tweaked* We loved your description, but it took a little long to get to that description* Who is Karen? (neither the episode or the website answered this question).* You (in some cases) ask a question and add a description/backstory. Flip the content around and set up the question and ask the question last (so the guest hears the question last).* Don't forget to use people's names when you have multiple hosts.* Get comfortable with awkward pauses* Use one call to action (and rotate if needed). * FYI, ratings and reviews do not help you be found in Apple (social proof only)* Do not refer to the listener as "listeners."Get ReviewedGo to www.podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme (https://www.podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme)Mentioned On This EpisodeSchool of Podcasting (https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/start)Podcast Talent Coach (http://www.podcasttalentcoach.com)trypodpage.com (http://www.trypodpage.com)learnpodpage.com (http://www.learnpodpage.com)

Today we are joined by Perry Carpenter from the 8th Layer Insights podcast.Description: Get ready for a deep dive into what cybersecurity professionals often refer to as the "8th Layer" of security: HUMANS. Welcome to 8th Layer Insights (8Li). This podcast is a multidisciplinary exploration into how the complexities of human nature affect security and risk. Author, security researcher, and behavior science enthusiast Perry Carpenter taps experts for their insights and illumination. Topics include cybersecurity, psychology, behavior science, communication, leadership, and moreWebsite: https://8thlayerinsights.com/ (https://8thlayerinsights.com/)Things You're Doing Correct* The audio production is amazing.* The sidekick of "Carl" was creative* Asked some really good questions and stayed out of the guest's way.* As the episode isn't super long, the summaries at the end of a point signaled you were moving on to a new point.* Loved the insights and vulnerability* The website is clean and very useful* Very well put togetherThings That Might Need Some Buffering* The show needs an intro to explain "Here is what we do here." You explain it later in the show. I would move it to the beginning of the show. The description really suggests a name change. Start with the end in mind, and look at who hires you to speak? If you're trying to spotlight soft skills, then tie them back to cyber security.* The name is somewhat inside baseball. Maybe add a tagline to make it easier to get found* I would’ve added a link to the sponsor and the steve king book in your show notes. I totally missed it in the sidebar.* You have a lot of voices and from time to time we're not sure who said what.They all sounded different but we forget who is who.Get ReviewedHave your Show Reviewed by going to podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme (https://www.podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme)Find Dave at schoolofpodcasting.com (http://www.schoolofpodcasting.com) and Erik at podcasttalentcoach.com (http://www.podcasttalentcoach.com)

Today we are looking at the Dream Believe with George DeMartino Podcast. The description of the show is:98% of people live their lives and don't achieve their dreams or goals. They’re not really living - just following a routine. I’m George DeMartino and I hope to inspire you to take the path less beaten through my stories and the stories of others that are just as unorthodox. So step into the arena. Subscribe and listen now to the Dream Believe podcast We hope we can inspire you to take your first stepGeorge's website is https://dreambelievepodcast.com/ (https://dreambelievepodcast.com/)What We Liked About the PodcastGeorge has tremendous energy and tons of experiences and stories. He has an enthusiasm to help cheer you on to greater things.Very conversational filled with great stories.George has that New York flavor, and his personality shines through.You have an obvious passion for your subject.He had some great questions and you built a nice story arch.You had a great question at the end that brought everything full circleThe website loaded fastWhat He Might Want to PolishHis intro was missing a bit of setup to let us know where we are going.His first questions need a little pacing (one question at a timeBe aware of the curse of knowledge. You may know things about the guest that the audience doesn't. You need to make sure to bring the audience up to speed. What is Hydroflax?Your editor could remove some of the stammers, which results in you and your guest sounding more confident in what you're saying. There is also a slight buzz in your audio at times.Work on your call to action at the end of the show. If you want to monetize, you should start working on an email list with tools like Mailerlite, or ConvertkitThe website had lots of different topics from different parts of your life. It was confusing.Give each episode its own blog post with show notes and a player to attract Google. Clean navigation at the top of the page would help your website.Maybe use the blurb on your website as the intro to the show. At the end of the interview put your stamp on it and summarize and inject yourself into the show.Check out George's show at https://dreambelievepodcast.com/Get Your Show ReviewedGet some constructive feedback from TWO podcast consultants as we help you identify your goals, and then evaluate your show, your website and make sure you are headed in the right direction to achieve those goals.Go to podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme

Everything Everywhere Daily is going under Erik and Dave's microscope. The description of the show is:Everything Everywhere Daily tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, history, science, geography, and culture. The website is https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast (https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast) What We Liked About the Podcast Good use of Audible. Nice job of going the extra mile to make the sponsor fit the show. You have a good tease to open the show. Great presentation. Very natural sounding. Nice shout out to the listener at the end (where this type of content belongs). Nice story arc Your photography is amazing on your website. Easy to find subscribe buttons on your website. What You Might Try In the Future You don't mention your website. For Dave, there were too many details (who is this for?). There is music for the sake of nothing. Add a voice over to that to help explain the show. Change the link on your gear page so it opens in a new window. In Libsyn add your JioSaavn destination. There isn't much about you or your unique past (at least in this episode). There is no close to the show. It just ends. At least ask them to share the show with a friend.    

Today Dave and Erik review The Colon Health Podcast. Their description in Apple is, "Interviews with the world's leading professionals and experts in gastroenterology, research, nutritional science, medical technology, and more. If it impacts your colon health, we cover it here on the Colon Health Podcast. Hosted by Dr. Dac Teoli." Their website is https://www.colonoscopy.com/podcast/ What We Liked About The Show The intro is solid and gives you what you need. The phrase, "We have three big problems" really caught my attention (it's a great setup). I learned some stuff I could use at a dinner party. The host has great pipes. I love the “to be fair” and showing of both sides of the data. Really positioned the other Dr. Dale as the Expert. The website made it easy to find the podcast. Some Things You Might Try Moving Forward Add more about the benefit to the listener. You give lots of stats/data early in the episode. Numbers are hard to follow in audio. You can put the stats in the show description and direct people to the website. Erik thought you could sound friendlier, and Dave thought spelling the website and name was a little odd. You introduce the guest, and then we don't hear from him for a LONG TIME. Then you just dump the show into his lap, and he talks for a LONG TIME. It had the feel like you were doing a presentation instead of a conversation. At the end of the show, give the listener a benefit to take action. If possible (realizing Doctors may not be that tech savvy) get them off the phone. It was good that you sounded good and were on a microphone You have some "group Speak." Phrases such as, "Our listeners out there”, etc. “To you, our listener.” Who else would it be? A fair amount of calls to action at the end, and be sure to explain the benefits of those calls to action

Today Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting (https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com) and Erik K. Johnson from Podcast Talent Coach (http://www.podcasttalentcoach.com)take a look at the Pharmacist's Voice (https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/) hosted by Kim Newlove. Here is the description of the podcast: The Pharmacist’s Voice The Pharmacist's Voice (https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/) Podcast is a weekly, journey-style podcast about Ohio pharmacist Kim Newlove's career change from pharmacist to voice actor. She alternates solo shows and interview shows. The solo shows are about her career change, and the interview shows feature a variety of people who use their voices to advocate, educate, or entertain. What We Liked About the Show Kim does a good job explaining why the guest is on a show and has a clear idea of who should (and shouldn't be on her show). Kim does a good job of bringing the guest back on topic. Her audio sounds great. Her website is a PHENOMENAL example of someone who has a business AND a podcast and doesn't bury the podcast while keeping the business front and center. Some Things That Could Use Some Tweaking Kim is a voice actor, so her diction is perfect. Towards the end of the show, we conclude that when she slows down the speed of her talking it makes it appear that her diction and delivery is a bit stiff. Her demo is amazing and filled with energy. We want more of that. While Kim's website does a great job of promoting her business, she barely mentions her services in the podcast. She does ask people to visit her website but could boost this effort by explaining why. We provide a few examples of how to tie her business into her podcast. Conclusion As a journey podcast, Kim's podcast has already resulted in her getting some voice work. With 100 episodes under her belt, she is doing a lot of things correctly. He website is a great website where everything appears planned, and her brand just oozes professionalism. We wish her all the best. Check out her show at https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/ (https://www.thepharmacistsvoice.com/) Mentioned In This Episode Get Your Show Reviewed at https://www.podcasterviewshow.com/reviewme (https://www.podcasterviewshow.com/reviewme) Find Dave at https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com (https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com) Find Erik at https://www.podcasttalentcoach.com (https://www.podcasttalentcoach.com) Buy us a Coffee at   https://www.buymeacoffee.com/davejackson (https://www.buymeacoffee.com/davejackson)

Book Marketing Mentors:  Jam-packed with smart, easy and simple ideas, this weekly podcast features experts who share proven techniques to add power and zest to supercharge your book marketing plan. Hosted by Susan Friedmann, CSP, international bestselling author, and founder of Aviva Publishing, this new and exciting podcast aims to rev up your marketing efforts with fewer struggles, and more success. Start listening today and discover how to get noticed in a crowded marketplace. Want Your Show Reviewed? Go to www.podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme (https://www.podcastreviewshow.com/reviewme) What We Liked About the Show Dave enjoyed the Emotion Wheel and felt it was something he would look deeper into that topic when the show was over. Your voice over guy did a nice single call to action. Solid interview style. Very comfortable. The questions set him up to give a ton of useful info. I like the big “subscribe” button on the home page. The intro tells us exactly who the show is for and what it is about. I like the category section - easy to binge listen What We Thought Could Be Improved I would prefer you tell me why YOU are excited to have this person on instead of reading his bio. The show doesn't mention authors, and it would help to tie any strategies back to authors. Dave felt you repeating what the guest just said was not helpful. Remove Google Play from you website and add Google Podcasts and Spotify. (maybe make a subscribe page with directions) While there is an "About" for the podcast, We need a paragraph to answer, “Why should I listen to Susan?” The call to action would come across better if it came from you. The WordPress theme you are on is from a company that went out of business. Check out Second Line Themes (https://supportthisshow.com/secondline). The answers were very technical. Get the guest to tell some stories. Engage. Examples. Lots of “schedule appointment” buttons. You ask “Need help with book marketing?” Is that the real pain? or is it “get noticed” “sell more books” “become a best seller”? “Contact” is just “schedule an appointment” again. Maybe e-mail or phone. Check Out Book Marketing Mentors Website: https://www.bookmarketingmentors.com/ (https://www.bookmarketingmentors.com/)

Today we look at Paypod the payments and fintech podcast (https://www.soarpay.com/podcast/). Here is their description from Apple podcasts: Welcome to PayPod, a show that explores the fast-changing world of payments and fintech. The show features interviews with leaders and entrepreneurs in the payments and fintech industries. Each episode, you’ll hear an interview directly with a leader of the payments industry. We talk with fintech entrepreneurs, security experts, mobile developers, eCommerce pros, and more... From credit card processing to bitcoin... from retail point of sale systems to cutting edge digital payments software… merchant accounts. mobile checkout, lending marketplaces, and beyond… we cover it all! What We Liked About the Show Once the interview started Scott seemed very relaxed and enjoyed having a conversation with his guest. While there was some "Bitcoin Rah Rah" it wasn't 100% a pep rally for bitcoin. Great short introduction that gets right to the point It was a good discussion about cryptocurrency itself worldwide. You do a good job balancing the discussion of the app with the discussion of the industry overall. The courage to cover contrarian views was great, and you did a great job of setting up the guest and then getting out of his way as his passion came through. I liked that you attempted to skip the guest's backstory (even though he admittedly went on some tangents). The website was clean and does a great job of having a podcast page without distracting from the business. Things That Might Need Improved You really need to determine who this show is for and talk specifically to that audience. There may be more than one type of listener, but you really need to embrace one. Erik thought a bit more on the benefit of the show for the listener. How am I going to benefit? Leave yourself a little room at the beginning of that before the discussion starts to demonstrate your authority in this space and what you do and how you help people. Not sure what you could do about this, but an Australian only app cuts out a chunk of the world. A walk through of the process of the app, what it does, and why I would use it. A fair amount of jargon. Depending on who the audience is, you might need to explain some of the terms. The guest had mentioned he had authored a book, and you mentioned you would put a link in the show notes (but didn't). You did a great job of having a single call to action, but that one call to action wasn't in alignment with your goals. You had stated you wanted more feedback on the topics that interest the audience. If this is the true goal, you need to specify this as your call to action. Add some more obvious subscribe buttons (instead of links) in the episodes (it is all about the subscribers). FIND THE PAYPOD​ THE PAYMENTS AND FINTECH PODCAST Check out the Paypod podcast at https://www.soarpay.com/podcast/ (https://www.soarpay.com/podcast/)