Podcasting Made Simple

Podcasting Made Simple helps podcast hosts and podcast guests reach more listeners, create better interviews, and earn more from podcasting. Each week, Alex Sanfilippo and other podcasting industry experts share practical strategies for podcast growth, podcast guesting, audience growth, podcast marketing, and podcast monetization. Whether you're a host or guest, you'll learn how to improve on your side of the mic and get more from every podcast interview!

Podcasting since 2019 • 409 episodes

Podcasting Made Simple

Latest Episodes

How to Set Podcast Guests Up for Success | Shontra Powell

Preparing podcast guests for a great interview takes more than finding the right people and planning what you want to discuss. Guests also need to understand the show and trust the host to guide the conversation when needed. Thankfully, hosts c...

November 03, 2026 • Episode 408 • 9:09

Podcast Episodes That Keep Getting Listeners | Jordan Blair

Most podcast hosts and guests put a lot of effort into creating great podcast episodes, then move on after publishing. But those episodes can keep attracting new listeners long after they’re released! In this episode, Alex Sanfilippo and Jordan...

October 27, 2026 • Episode 407 • 33:50

How to Connect With Podcast Listeners | Alex Sanfilippo

Many podcast hosts and guests focus on sounding more polished, but polish alone doesn’t create the kind of connection listeners remember. Thankfully, podcasting gives you a unique opportunity to help listeners feel like they belong! In this epi...

October 20, 2026 • Episode 406 • 15:03

How to Stop Procrastinating as a Podcaster | Jon Acuff

Most podcast hosts and guests have big goals, but procrastination can leave a gap between what they intend to do and what they actually follow through on. Thankfully, the answer isn't simply becoming more productive! In this episode, Jon Acuff ...

October 13, 2026 • Episode 405 • 33:02

How to Make Podcast Interviews More Engaging as a Guest

Most podcast guests rely on their expertise to add value, but information alone isn't enough to make people want to keep listening. Thankfully, the way you deliver what you know can make your interviews more engaging! In this episode, Ivan Wani...

October 06, 2026 • Episode 404 • 13:12