Apple recently added support for video podcasts using HLS. Which naturally leads to the question: Should you be using it? The honest answer is - it depends. Because while video can be a great addition to a podcast, it’s not automatically the right move for every show. Should You Use Apple’s New V... Apr 17 · One Minute Podcast Tips... 2:01 If your podcast is already video-first - or you’re recording interviews and publishing them on platforms like YouTube - then this is a fairly easy win....
22 days ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, So, a little back story (if you weren't following the podcast previously). I stopped One Minute Podcast Tips almost a year ago. Not because I ran out of ideas. Not because it wasn’t working. But because I needed a break. And honestly? That was the right call. Stepping away gave me some space to think about what I actually enjoy about podcasting, and what I don’t (and I highly recommend you taking stock like this yourself now and again for your own podcast). And one thing kept...
about 1 month ago • 1 min read
Hi Reader, Every December, Spotify Wrapped shows up and podcasters everywhere think: “Cool… but this only shows part of my audience.” If you want something actually useful, it’s time to make your own Podcast Wrapped - one that pulls from all your analytics, across all platforms, and helps you make smarter decisions for next year. Here’s how to do it, plus how to turn that data into a plan for 2026. Step 1: Gather Your 2024 vs 2025 Numbers Start with your hosting provider - this is your source...
5 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, As the year winds down, it’s tempting to coast into the holidays and tell yourself, “I’ll figure things out in January.” But if you’re serious about podcasting, now is when the real groundwork for 2026 begins. Because the truth is, reflection is one of the most underrated tools a podcaster has. Review 2025: What Were Your Goals & How Did You Do? Let’s dive into your 2025 goals. Think back - what did you intend for your podcast this past year? Did you aim to publish X episodes? Grow...
6 months ago • 3 min read
Hi Reader, If you spend any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen the headlines: “AI hosts are replacing humans!” “AI podcasts are flooding Spotify!” “Is this the end for indie creators?” It’s easy to panic. But here’s the thing - AI isn’t replacing podcasters. It’s reshaping how we create. And if you approach it the right way, that can actually work in your favour. The Rise of AI in Podcasting AI-generated shows are popping up faster than ever - news summaries, interview...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, If you’ve been podcasting for a while, you’ve probably seen the advice: “Hack your growth.” “Explode your downloads.” “Go viral.” And, sure, that all sounds great in theory. But for most indie podcasters, the reality looks a little different. Growth is slow.It’s steady.Sometimes, it’s downright invisible. And that’s not a bad thing. Fast Growth Isn’t Always Good Growth When you grow fast, you don’t always grow right. It’s like going viral on social media - you might see a huge...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, When you think of great brands, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s Apple, where the packaging feels as carefully designed as the product.Maybe it’s Spotify, where discovering new music feels natural and frictionless.Or maybe it’s something as simple as your favourite coffee shop, where the barista remembers your order. What all of these have in common is user experience (UX). They’ve thought beyond the product itself, and into how people feel when they interact with it. And podcasting...
7 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, One of the most common questions I see a lot with podcasters - right after “How do I grow my audience?” - is whether they should be doing video. And honestly? It depends. I know, the usual cop-out phrase - but in this case, it really does. So which one makes sense for your show? Audio-Only This is where most of us start. It’s just you, your mic, and your editing software. Why it’s great: Super low barrier to entry. You can get started with just a decent mic. Easy for listeners to...
8 months ago • 2 min read
Hi Reader, When you finish recording, you’ve only done half the job. What happens in post-production determines whether your show sounds like a polished, professional podcast or just a raw recording. Great audio isn’t about expensive gear or fancy studios. It’s about making the listening experience as smooth and distraction-free as possible. And that comes down to how you process your voice. Here, I'm going to walk you through my preferred post-production workflow, step by step. You’ll learn...
8 months ago • 4 min read