The Showmakers' Podcast - Tips and Advice on How to Make Better Podcasts
The Showmakers’ Podcast is your shortcut to building a show that actually works. Hosted by Ed Barker, each 10-minute episode delivers focused, practical advice for marketers, founders, business leaders and creatives who want to launch, grow, or sharpen their podcast. From gear to growth strategy, format to distribution—this is the podcast for people who make podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episodes
Finding Your Unique Angle in a Crowded Podcast Space
In this episode of Showmakers, Ed Barker from Studio 1878 talks about the importance of identifying and honing a unique angle for your podcast. He addresses the common pitfalls of brand podcasts sounding generic and provides three key questions to help find your distinct voice: Who is your specific audience? What unique viewpoints or insights do you offer? Why is a podcast the...
In this episode of the Showmakers Podcast, Ed Barker, founder of Studio 1878, discusses different types of podcast formats and how to choose the best podcast format for your show. He emphasizes that there's no one-size-fits-all solution, offering valuable podcasting tips for brands who are considering launching a podcast to help tailor your podcast type to your content and audience needs. Discover how to start a podcast that truly ...
🎙️ Why Start a Podcast?
In the first episode of the Showmakers Podcast, host Ed Barker, founder of Studio 1878, explores the booming world of podcasting. He discusses why launching a podcast can be valuable for your business or brand, highlighting the deep engagement and lasting connections it fosters. Ed covers the key benefits of podcasting, including building authority, engaging with your audience, owning your platform,...
🎙️ Welcome to The Showmakers’ Podcast, hosted by Ed Barker. Each short-form episode offers straight-talking advice on podcast strategy, production, and growth. Whether you're launching your first show or scaling an existing one, this series helps you make smarter audio decisions—one episode at a time.
About Your Host
Ed Barker has been producing and recording podcasts since 2009. After a long career as a corpor...
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