As It Relates to Podcasting with Simona Costantini
Looking for expert tips on how to launch, grow, and monetize your podcast? You’re in the right place! As It Relates to Podcasting is your go-to resource for entrepreneurs, business owners, content creators, coaches, and consultants who want to leverage podcasting to build their brand, boost their business, and create meaningful connections with their audience. Hosted by full-time podcast strategist and producer Simona Costantini, this show dives into everything you need to know—from successfully starting your podcast to growing your listener base and turning your show into a revenue-generating machine. Whether you’re looking to optimize your strategy or hitting record for the first time, you’ll find practical insights that cut through the noise. Each episode breaks down actionable strategies for burning questions like: - How do I successfully launch my podcast and stand out from the crowd? - What are the most effective ways to increase my downloads and grow my audience? - How can I monetize my podcast without overwhelming my listeners? - What steps should I take to attract sponsors, partners, and collaborations? - How can I use my podcast to drive clients, customers, and revenue for my business? - What are the best tools and systems for running a smooth, stress-free podcast? This show isn’t about fluff or recycled advice—it’s all about providing real-world tips, tested strategies, and expert guidance to help you avoid burnout, stay consistent, and scale your podcast into a successful platform. Through solo episodes and deep-dive roundtables, you’ll gain access to insider knowledge that helps you sidestep common podcast pitfalls and maximize your impact. Tune in weekly as we cover everything from content creation and audience engagement to advanced marketing tactics and monetization methods that actually work. Plus, get exclusive backstage access to tips and resources you won’t find anywhere else, so you can fast-track your growth and start seeing results. Subscribe now and take the next step in turning your passion for podcasting into a profitable venture that reaches and resonates with your ideal audience!
Episodes
AI for podcasters is everywhere in 2026.
But faster does not automatically mean better.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona breaks down the right way to use AI in your podcast workflow without sacrificing originality, emotional nuance, or trust with your audience.
AI can help you move faster. It can help you outline episodes, generate show notes, draft captions, pull timestamps, and simplify editing. But when you le...
How do you grow a podcast in 2026 when you have no team, no momentum, and no audience?
If I had to start from zero today, I would not try to do more. I would not try to be everywhere. And I definitely would not chase algorithms.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, I walk you through exactly how to grow a podcast in 2026 from scratch and what I would do differently if I were rebuilding everything from the ground up.
This is...
Why is my podcast not growing in 2026?
Most creators think they need better promotion, more episodes, or more content. The real issue is structural. Your podcast is not the product, and treating it like one is quietly stalling your growth.
If your podcast is the only thing you’re building, your growth will always feel fragile.
Most creators are trying to grow downloads, followers, and subscribers. But they’re building their podcast li...
Video podcasting is everywhere, but most creators are adding video without understanding what problem it actually solves.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona Costantini breaks down when video actually helps your podcast grow, when it quietly hurts your momentum, and why audio still does the heavy lifting when it comes to trust, retention, and long-term loyalty.
This episode dismantles the myth that every podcast mu...
Growing a podcast in 2026 has nothing to do with posting everywhere or chasing virality. It has everything to do with being findable, useful, and sticky.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona Costantini breaks down exactly how she would grow a podcast from zero to 1,000 downloads today, without burning out or flooding social media. This episode is a practical roadmap for creators who want sustainable, search-driven ...
How to grow a podcast in 2026 isn’t about posting everywhere or marketing harder. It’s about podcast discoverability, building a show that platforms can understand and listeners can find through search.
In this solo episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona Costantini explains why discoverability beats marketing in 2026, and how to grow a podcast organically by improving the parts most creators ignore: podcast titles for search...
How I’d Launch a Podcast in 2026 If I Had to Start Over (Zero Audience, Zero Momentum, No Shortcuts)
If you had to launch a podcast in 2026 with zero audience, zero momentum, and no shortcuts, you wouldn’t start with fancy gear or “clever” branding. You’d start with being found.
In this solo episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona Costantini breaks down exactly how she’d launch from scratch today, using what actually works now: search-first episode design, a trailer plus a 3-episode drop, content buckets that help platforms ...
What Your Podcast Producer Wants You to Know in 2026 (Producer Tips That Save Time, Money & Burnout)
Podcasting in 2026 is less about flashy tools and more about sustainable workflows, clean execution, and respecting the listener experience.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona Costantini is joined by Emily, Lead Editor at VOLT Productions, for an honest, behind-the-scenes conversation about what podcast producers actually notice, fix, and wish creators understood sooner.
Drawing from years of editing experience ac...
Podcast growth in 2026 will not be driven by hacks, viral clips, or chasing charts. It will be built through community, discoverability on YouTube, intentional use of AI, and sustainable creator ecosystems.
In this forward-looking episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona Costantini sits down with Kendall from Riverside.FM to unpack what is actually changing inside the podcasting industry and what creators must adapt to now in ...
Podcast rankings look glossy on the surface, but what do they actually mean for your growth, your revenue, and your long-term visibility?
In this data-rich episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona Costantini is joined by Megan Dougherty, creator of the State of Business Podcasting Report, and Ana Xavier, founder of The Podcast Space, to unpack the real truth behind podcast rankings, retention, and sustainable growth heading in...
Your podcast is live, but now the real journey begins. Growth is where your show becomes a brand, a business asset, and a tool that compounds in visibility and authority.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, host Simona Costantini wraps up the 10-week launch series by diving into the strategies that take your show beyond day one. You’ll learn how to interpret your podcast analytics, measure the right KPIs, refine your con...
Launching a podcast in 2025 takes more than passion, it takes strategy.
Your podcast doesn’t grow just because it’s good. It grows because it’s launched with purpose and precision.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, host Simona Costantini walks you step-by-step through your podcast launch timeline, including when to release your trailer, how many episodes to drop on launch day, and how to choose a publishing cadence that...
Your podcast doesn’t grow just because it’s good, it grows because people see it.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, host Simona Costantini breaks down exactly how to turn your show into a visibility engine – using YouTube thumbnails, Instagram Reels, and LinkedIn clips that actually convert.
You’ll learn how to design graphics that attract attention, create clips that connect emotionally, and promote episodes across pla...
You don’t need to change your entire show to grow your audience. You just need to speak the language the algorithm understands.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona breaks down how to choose the right podcast categories and metadata so your show ranks higher, reaches the right listeners, and gets discovered by AI-driven search in 2025.
You’ll learn how to make the algorithm your ally, future proof your podcast for l...
You don’t need a Hollywood studio to start a podcast. You just need the right tools, clarity, and confidence to press record.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona breaks down exactly how to create a pro-level podcast setup using what you already have, whether you’re recording from your kitchen table or your laptop on the road.
You’ll learn how to make your audio sound professional, your video look polished, and your...
Your microphone isn’t the reason your podcast sounds flat, your energy is.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, you’ll learn how to use music, tone, and emotion to transform your episodes from “just okay” to captivating.
We’re talking about the invisible ingredients that make listeners stay: your voice, your vibe, and the sound that sets your brand apart.
Inside this episode:
- The truth about music licensing (and where to...
Your first 30 seconds can make or break your podcast.
In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, we’re breaking down how to create intros, outros, and trailers that actually hook your listeners — and keep them coming back for more.
You’ll learn:
- What separates a forgettable intro from a magnetic one
- The secret structure behind a scroll-stopping trailer
- How to use your outro to turn listeners into loyal followers
- Why the first 10...
Your podcast cover art isn’t decoration, it’s the billboard for your show. In today’s episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, I’m breaking down exactly how to create podcast artwork that stops the scroll, builds trust, and attracts listeners.
You’ll learn:
✅ Why your face + name beat a generic logo for building authority
✅ When to avoid using your face (and what to do instead)
✅ The biggest cover art mistakes podcasters make (tiny f...
Why do some podcasts become binge-worthy while others fade into the noise?
In this episode, I reveal the two foundations every successful podcast needs: a strong concept and a clear mission statement.
Whether you’re launching your first show or rebranding an existing one, this step-by-step breakdown will help you design a podcast that grabs attention and keeps listeners coming back.
You’ll discover:
✅ The difference between your podca...
Why 2025 is the best year to start a podcast? 🎙️ In this video, I break down the podcasting trends and strategies for 2025 that make now the perfect time to launch.
Whether you’re brand new or have been sitting on an idea for a while, this step-by-step guide to launching a podcast in 2025 will help you cut through the noise and claim your stage.
You’ll discover:
✅ Why YouTube and Spotify are the fastest-growing podcast platforms
✅ How...
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