In this strategy-rich and story-driven episode of Uncensored Entrepreneurs, the hosts sit down with Amy Hartmann—founder of SoTrue Digital and a podcast strategist for mission-driven businesses—to explore the power of creating a bingeable, limited-series podcast. Amy introduces the "Gilmore Girls Effect"—the emotional resonance and repeatable impact that comes from well-crafted, episodic storytelling—and explains how businesses can harness that same effect to create audience connection, lead flow, and revenue.
This conversation is packed with practical insights about podcast formats, evergreen content strategy, marketing funnels, sponsorship integration, and what it actually takes to make a podcast convert. Whether you're just starting out or looking to refresh your brand’s voice, Amy breaks it all down: why 2025 is the year of podcasting, how to structure your show, and why your audience doesn’t need polish—they need connection.
Key Takeaways:
What the “Gilmore Girls Effect” means—and how it applies to marketing through audio storytelling
The difference between ongoing podcasts and bingeable limited-series shows—and when to choose each
Why most podcasts never make it past Episode 10—and how to beat those odds with purpose-driven planning
How limited series podcasts act as mid-funnel assets to convert warm leads into paying clients
The ideal episode count for a binge-worthy series (6–12) and how to structure each one strategically
Why consistency matters for both your audience and podcast platforms like Spotify and Apple
How to integrate midroll ads, sponsorships, and CTAs at optimal moments for maximum conversion
Tips for those afraid of the tech or camera: how to start with simple audio and still win
Your Hosts:
Starr Codd:
Starr Codd is a business strategist, SaaS founder, and seven-figure entrepreneur who helps business owners scale online with automation, lead generation, and systems that create real freedom. After breaking through corporate glass ceilings and building a seven-figure beauty brand, she launched her all-in-one software and now empowers others to stop admiring someone else’s empire and build their own. Learn More: shehasclients.com
Tina Torres-Wilson:
Tina Torres-Wilson is a self-publishing expert and founder of Pink Door Marketing Agency, helping female entrepreneurs and coaches write, publish, and market their books to become best-selling authors. After overcoming personal hardships, she rebuilt her business and now empowers women to share their stories and grow their brands through her signature programs like Aspiring Authors Academy and 120 Days to Best Seller. Learn More: pinkdoormarketingagency.com/
Robert Wall:
Robert Wall is a best-selling author, transformational speaker, and business strategist who’s helped launch over $28 million in new programs. As the founder of The Branding Collaborative and creator of the YOUniversal Brand Alignment method, he guides entrepreneurs and leaders to build authentic brands aligned with their heart, mind, and soul. On stage or behind the mic, Robert brings real-world wisdom, unshakable faith, and a mission to help others rise, reconnect with purpose, and create lives they don’t need a break from. Learn more: brandingcollaborative.com
New Heights with Jason & Travis Kelce
Football’s funniest family duo — Jason Kelce of the Philadelphia Eagles and Travis Kelce of the Kansas City Chiefs — team up to provide next-level access to life in the league as it unfolds. The two brothers and Super Bowl champions drop weekly insights about the weekly slate of games and share their INSIDE perspectives on trending NFL news and sports headlines. They also endlessly rag on each other as brothers do, chat the latest in pop culture and welcome some very popular and well-known friends to chat with them. Check out new episodes every Wednesday. Follow New Heights on the Wondery App, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. You can listen to new episodes early and ad-free, and get exclusive content on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. And join our new membership for a unique fan experience by going to the New Heights YouTube channel now!
Dateline NBC
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On Purpose with Jay Shetty
I’m Jay Shetty host of On Purpose the worlds #1 Mental Health podcast and I’m so grateful you found us. I started this podcast 5 years ago to invite you into conversations and workshops that are designed to help make you happier, healthier and more healed. I believe that when you (yes you) feel seen, heard and understood you’re able to deal with relationship struggles, work challenges and life’s ups and downs with more ease and grace. I interview experts, celebrities, thought leaders and athletes so that we can grow our mindset, build better habits and uncover a side of them we’ve never seen before. New episodes every Monday and Friday. Your support means the world to me and I don’t take it for granted — click the follow button and leave a review to help us spread the love with On Purpose. I can’t wait for you to listen to your first or 500th episode!