I Made A Podcast : How to Start a Podcast, Grow Your Show and Monetize a Podcast from Scratch

I Made A Podcast : How to Start a Podcast, Grow Your Show and Monetize a Podcast from Scratch

Welcome to I Made a Podcast. I'm here to show you How to Start a Podcast, Grow Your Show and Monetize a Podcast from Scratch. I speak to podcasters to hear about the wisdom that they learned since starting their own podcast so you can do the same. Listen and hear about some great journeys that your favorite podcasters have been on. If you have a guest suggestions or just general questions about making a podcast you can email me at imappodcast@gmail.com. I promise you I’ll reply back. 😀

Episodes

June 3, 2025 55 mins

In this insightful episode, I had a conversation with Manisha Solomon, the passionate host and producer of The Archery Parent Podcast. Manisha shares her transformative journey from being a newcomer in the archery world to becoming a dedicated “Archery Mom” and a guiding voice for parents navigating the sport with their young archer.


Tune in to hear:

  • Why Manisha started this very niche podcast.
  • How she is planning to create reve...
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In this episode, we dive into the game-changing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in podcasting. Whether you’re a solo creator or a full-scale production team, AI tools are transforming how podcasts are recorded, edited, marketed, and distributed.

I covered:

  • The top AI tools for podcasters in 2025
  • How to automate your editing, transcriptions, and content repurposing
  • The biggest AI trends in podcast production and promotion
  • The ad...
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In this inspiring episode, I had a conversation with Anne Alexander-Sieder—host of the Act Bold podcast. Anne shares her bold journey through multiple life pivots, the vision behind her podcast, and how she empowers others to live and lead with purpose. Whether you’re navigating a career shift or seeking the courage to act on your calling, this conversation is packed with wisdom, authenticity, and actionable insight to help you mov...

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In this episode, I had a conversation with Alex Dumas—international keynote speaker, best-selling author, and leadership coach—who shares his powerful journey in the world of podcasting. Since launching his podcast, he has interviewed high-impact guests and offered listeners transformational insights drawn from his own experiences as a coach and entrepreneur. Alex dives into how podcasting became a vital tool in his mission to help...

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Have you ever wondered what it takes to launch a podcast that strengthens marriages and impacts lives? In this episode, I sat down with the hosts of the Beyond I Do podcast to hear their inspiring story—how a simple idea turned into a powerful podcast for couples.

Bryon and Margaret opened up about the challenges, breakthroughs,...

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Are you stressing over the wrong things as a podcaster? In this episode, I break down 5 things you should NOT worry about—and 5 things you absolutely SHOULD focus on to grow a successful and impactful podcast.

Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take your show to the next level, these tips will help you stay focused, motivated, and consistent. Forget perfection and downloads; instead, learn what really matters for buildi...

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Today I spoke with Christopher A. Panagiotu. He has a podcast called "CAPatalize your Finances". He the was introduced to investing at the tender age of 10 and his company manages over $100 million dollars. We touched on Branding, starting podcast and the mindset needed to overcome the negative perceptions of others.

Connect with Chris Panagiotu:

Tune in on Spotify:  https://open.spotify.com/show/2eaXdmgmuEygxHfCvS6kij?si=qAE8gQHcQuW...

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Today I spoke with Susan Saller who is a passionate writer, speaker, small business operator, people connector, teacher, coach, podcaster, and host of the SMALL STEPS BIG WINS.

She has been podcasting for just over two years now and in our conversation we got into how incremental steps into the right direction can lead to big wins. You can listen to the episode at the links below.

Connect with Susan at the links below.

Small Steps, B...

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In todays episode I spoke with Matt Drinkahan. He gave us some tips on how to land big guest on our podcast and talked about he prepares for each interview so that the conversation can flow smoothly.


Check out his life’s work on the social media channel of your choice below:

Website: www.eternaloptimistpodcast.com

Instagram:

Eternal Optimist Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/eternaloptimistpodcast/

Facebook:

Eternal Optimist Podcast: ht...

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Struggling to stay consistent with content creation without feeling exhausted? In this episode, I’ll share proven strategies to avoid burnout, stay motivated, and create high-quality content without stress. Whether you’re a YouTuber, podcaster, or content creator, these productivity hacks will help you manage your time, stay inspired, and maintain balance while growing your audience. Don’t let burnout hold you back—listen now and d...

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In todays episode, I shared at least one key thing I learned from every podcaster I spoke to for season number 1 of I Made a Podcast. You can use this episode as a summary of the entire season and then go back and listen to specific episodes to learn more. There was so much good things that I wanted to share. But I didn't want this episode to drag on for HOURS!! (LOL)


To go back and listen to any episodes from Season 1, Cl...

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Dropped an EPIC episode today. I spoke with Meisha Watson who is the host of My Single Story podcast. Meisha has been involved in media for more than 13 years. In my conversation during this episode, she unloaded her wisdom on how we should use social media to share our message of our podcast and so much more during this episode. You have to listen & watch! You can connect with Meisha using the links below.

https://open.spotif...

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In todays episode of I Made a Podcast, I spoke with Nicole Lopez.  Nicole is a seasoned realtor taking you on an exciting journey through the ins and outs of the thriving Toronto housing market.  She has been podcasting for one year but has learned so much during that time and shares some insight that you can use for your podcast. Connect with Nicole using the links below.

Instagram - Nicole Lopez (@realtornlopez) • Instagram pho...

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In this episode, I explored how to use AI to clean up bad podcast audio. I tested three AI-powered tools to see which one delivers the best results in real-life situations.  - Comparing Adobe Sound Enhancer, Auphonic, and Capcut for audio cleanup  - Testing wind noise and car sounds removal while recording in a moving vehicle  - Evaluating background noise suppression with construction sounds  - Analyzing outdoor recording with...

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Today I spoke with Sam Mitchell who started podcasting in 2019. In that time he has learned a great deal and has accomplished so much through his podcast. He has been on stages across the US and Canada as a Motivational Speaker. He has hosted events through his Non Profit. And has interviewed some BIG names on his podcast. Today he shared how he was able to do all this through his podcast. (Make sure you take notes. TRUST ME!)

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Today I spoke to Ty Hervey who host a podcast called Venture Tabernacle Podcast. Venture Tabernacle is a branch of Running H Ministries and was started because Ty realized that more often than not, spiritual conversations end when people walk out of the church on Sunday. In this episode Ty shared how his audio mixing skills helped him to be successful at podcasting. Website: https://www.venturetabernacle.com/

Facebook:https://www...

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As a podcaster Influencer, Bruce Chamoff sees hundreds of podcasts and can see what they do right and what they do incorrectly. He is also the Godfather of Podcast Network. We got into all of this and more during this episode. World Podcast Network https://worldpodcast.network/

Become A Successful Podcaster: 
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/become-a-successful-podcaster-with-bruce/id1553846808

Bruce's music artist pa...

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Today I'm speaking to a podcaster who has a show about the education system. Rée is a visual storyteller who develops interdisciplinary documentaries that question the status quo. Her latest project, homeroom, is an international podcast examining how education systems around the world have impacted its peoples’ lives, their career trajectories and overall health. Rée’s goal with homeroom is to rethink what education (both at ...

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July 3, 2024 25 mins

In today's episode of the podcast, I'm going over a podcasting workflow to show you how to make a podcast from start to finish. I'm using most of the resources found on my cheat sheet. So yes! If you decide to use these resources it will cost you little to no money to start. It is possible.


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June 26, 2024 48 mins

Today I’m speaking with Erin Harrigan and she is doing a sensational job in her podcast. She is crushing it.  During our conversation she actually went through her entire funnel and explained how she uses her podcast to generate revenue for her business.  And the way she explained it was easily transferable to other areas as well. 

If you ever wondered if it's possible to be ambitious and let God lead at the same time?   Does ...

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