Grow The Show
Grow The Show is the podcast that grows YOUR podcast. Hosted by Kev Michael, a full-time podcaster since 2018 and growth coach to over 500 creators. Each episode delivers actionable strategies, real-world coaching, and expert interviews that help you build a bigger audience and turn your podcast into a powerful business asset. With millions of downloads and several million dollars in podcast-driven revenue under his belt, Kev brings the proven playbook for podcasters who are ready to go beyond the hobby and into growth. Subscribe now to learn how to grow your podcast — and make it work for you.
Episodes
October 7, 2025 • 40 mins
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Going viral before you even post your first episode? Nicole Holleman of Fantasy Fangirls proves that it's possible — but it's not what kept the show growing.
In this episode, she shares the strategy behind their podcast launch that helped them monetize and hit one million downloads in just three months. Her insights can help...
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September 30, 2025 • 19 mins
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Think your podcast only costs you a few hours a week? Today’s the day you’ll uncover just how much time and money it really takes to keep your show running — and whether it’s worth the investment.
Spoiler: the real cost might include lost revenue, wasted hours, missed opportunities and growth!
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September 23, 2025 • 18 mins
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John Lee Dumas has built a 7-figure podcast working just five hours a week, and you'll be surprised by what helped him get there. Tune in to learn how he went from novice to legendary podcaster, why most shows fail before they even get started, and what it takes to build a show that lasts!
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September 16, 2025 • 27 mins
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That "rate and review" callout at the end of your show? It's not working for a reason. In this episode, Kev explains why most CTAs flop and eight things that will actually get more listeners to take action. Find out what to do before the ask, the crucial elements that make CTAs work, and how to stop overthinking so they fee...
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September 4, 2025 • 22 mins
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Finally, the definitive answer: do podcasters need to be on YouTube? If you're worried that YouTube is leaving some podcasters behind, this episode breaks down four ways to grow your show while staying audio-only.
Host Kev Michael also shares the unique advantage audio podcasters have over YouTubers, the differences betw...
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August 26, 2025 • 10 mins
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Your growth strategy isn't working. Is it time to try something new? This is a question every podcaster asks themselves when their growth stalls. In this episode, Kev shares a simple 30-day rule to help you decide when to pivot and when to be patient — so you’re not was...
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August 21, 2025 • 31 mins
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Yes, you can monetize a small podcast — but not if no one sees it. And that's getting harder and harder to do on audio platforms. In this YouTube masterclass, Kev Michael shares a four-level framework to help you get seen, grow faster, and start getting paid. It's the sa...
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August 12, 2025 • 18 mins
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You asked, we answered! This Q&A episode covers everything from podcast growth to YouTube setups and podcast cover art. Discover why your show isn’t growing despite consistent publishing, how to get more engagement, and three strategies that will actually grow your sho...
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August 5, 2025 • 23 mins
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Are your best episodes getting ignored on YouTube? Ours were too, and the reason surprised us. In this episode, Kev Michael explains why even great content can flop and what it takes to grow fast on YouTube. Find out what caused our reach to drop, how the YouTube algorithm actually works, and why it led us to go back ...
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July 15, 2025 • 8 mins
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Let’s be honest… trying to grow everywhere is burning you out. The good news? Doing LESS can actually help you grow faster. In this episode, Kev shares how to simplify your strategy so that you can get more traction, let go of the FOMO that keeps you posting everywhere, and stop wondering if you're doing enough. Tune ...
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July 8, 2025 • 13 mins
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There’s a new (better) way to choose your episode topics! If you're tired of low engagement and slow growth, this episode is your game plan for choosing winning topics. You'll learn five strategies to pick episode ideas that connect with your audience and make content planning faster, including a quick 10-minute ex...
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July 4, 2025 • 8 mins
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The biggest ad spend mistake? Thinking more views means more growth. In this episode, Kev explains how the YouTube algorithm really works and why your paid ads aren't working. Learn what you need to fix before running paid ads on YouTube, how to tell if paid ads are working, and a hack that will actually give you the gro...
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July 1, 2025 • 21 mins
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Most YouTube podcasts lose viewers in the first 30 seconds. If you're not seeing growth, a few simple changes can help you "win the click" and keep people watching. In this episode, Kev shares the five steps that will help you grow on YouTube and start turning views into revenue. You'll learn what you might be getting wr...
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June 27, 2025 • 8 mins
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Waiting 30 days to figure out what’s working? Now there's a faster way to get podcast feedback. This quick hit episode will tell you three things: why YouTube is superior for podcast growth, which two metrics you should track weekly, and what you can start doing today to improve your show. Learn how to look beyond downlo...
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June 24, 2025 • 25 mins
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How do you grow your podcast when the old strategies don't work anymore? The answer is YouTube.
In this episode, Kev shares six reasons YouTube is the #1 platform to grow and monetize your podcast. You'll learn why it’s getting harder to grow audio podcasts, what strategies are (and aren’t) working in 2025, and the adva...
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June 17, 2025 • 27 mins
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Email isn’t outdated – it’s still one of the best ways to drive sales. Today, find out why email converts better than social, how to get your audience to join your email list, and what to do with them once they're on it. Host Kev Michael shares the exact email strategy that increased his revenue 226% and helped him cut ...
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June 13, 2025 • 6 mins
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Let's build you an audience of buyers.
I’m Kev Michael, and Chief Audience Officer is where I share what I’ve learned (and what I’m still learning) about how to build an audience that actually buys your stuff.
This show is for business owners who are already showing up. You’re publishing content. You’ve launched the p...
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June 10, 2025 • 13 mins
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Did you know that downloads aren't what get you on the Apple Top 100 charts? It’s not a secret, but a lot of podcasters are still getting it wrong. In this episode, find out what actually drives rankings and three tactics to get your show there. You'll also learn what happens (and what doesn't) when you reach the top, ho...
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June 3, 2025 • 27 mins
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Your CTAs aren’t working, and there are a few reasons why. This episode will tell you why your audience is ignoring your CTAs (or not even hearing them) and what you can do to fix that without being pushy. You’ll learn the common mistakes that are killing your CTAs, which type is the most effective, and a framework for ...
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May 27, 2025 • 30 mins
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Love it or hate it, Chief Audience Officer is here to stay. So in this episode, Kevin gets real about how he chose the name, and what led to renaming the podcast and rebranding the business. Find out why this was a good decision (even though it breaks an OG Grow the Show rule), how this new name supports long-term growth...
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