Podcast Growth University
Want to grow your podcast and turn it into a real business?
You’re in the right place. Hosted by Kevin Palmieri, Podcast Growth University is your weekly masterclass on how to scale your podcast, grow your audience, and monetize effectively... without selling out.
With over 3,000 episodes of podcasting experience and a multi-7-figure brand built from the ground up, Kevin shares the real strategies used to grow one of the most consistent podcasts on the planet. You’ll get proven tips on how to:
- Increase downloads consistently
- Build a loyal listener base
- Land sponsorships and brand deals
- Turn your podcast into a client engine
- Create binge-worthy content that converts
Whether you're a coach, creator, or business owner, this show will help you turn your podcast into a powerful platform for growth and impact.
New episodes weekly.
Subscribe now and start growing your show on purpose.
Episodes
188 episodes
#187 - The Things You’re “Supposed To Do” Are Holding You Back
Progress comes from alignment, not accumulation. In this episode, I explain why doing more often slows podcast growth instead of speeding it up. Following every rule can scatter your focus, limit audience growth, and delay monetization. I walk ...
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#186 - What IF You’re Better Than You Think?
What would change if you stopped waiting to feel ready and trusted yourself sooner?In today’s episode, I speak directly to podcasters and creators who feel stuck, hesitant, or unsure about taking the next step. This episode is about self...
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#185 - Products, Pricing, and Positioning
In this episode of Podcast Growth University, I call out a mistake that keeps too many podcasters spinning their wheels. It sounds logical. It feels productive. And it quietly prevents real growth. I have seen it across thousands of episodes an...
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#184 - The #1 Reason You Should Be Doing YouTube In 2026
Growth gets easier when the system works with you. In today’s episode, I share a clear truth about podcast growth as we head into 2026. After thousands of episodes and years of coaching podcasters, I have seen what creates momentum and what qui...
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#183 - 8 Things That Are A Total Waste Of Money
What if the biggest thing slowing your podcast down is where you are spending your money?In this episode, I call out the spending habits that quietly stall podcast growth and create false confidence. I share what actually moves the need...
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#182 - You Can’t Overthink Your Way Into Action…
In today’s episode of Podcast Growth University, I call out one of the most common reasons podcasters stay stuck while waiting for the right time to press publish. I explain why planning harder rarely creates momentum and why action, r...
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#181 - 2 Big Reasons Your Podcast Isn’t Growing
Why effort, not volume, decides who actually grows. In today’s episode, I break down how podcast growth really works when more episodes, more guests, and more noise stop delivering results. I share how I think about audience acquisition, moneti...
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#180 - The Habit Most Podcasters Hate
What if the fastest way to grow your podcast is the one habit you’ve been avoiding? In this episode, I share the small practice that has helped me grow through more than a thousand episodes and years of coaching. It is the habit that boosts ret...
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#179 - Chat GPT Is Sabotaging You…
In today’s episode of Podcast Growth University, I break down one of the biggest traps podcasters fall into without even realizing it by choosing pricing that feels good on paper but destroys real-world momentum. AI tools like ChatGPT ...
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#178 - How To Stand Out From All The Other Podcasts Out There…
Standing out in podcasting isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing what only you can do. In today’s episode, I’m breaking down a hard truth most podcasters never hear, and it can change the way you create, communicate, and grow. I’ll share the...
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#177 - Give Me 20 Minutes And I Will Give You 8 Years Of Podcasting Lessons
What if you could skip the confusion and grow your podcast the way winners do? In this high-impact episode, I break down the real truths behind growth, strategy, confidence, and community, and I share the mistakes I made so you don’t have to re...
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#176 - The Simple Perspective That Has Helped Me Record 3520 Episodes
In today’s episode of Podcast Growth University, I share the straight shot of truth about what really keeps your podcast growing when motivation fades. No fluff, no hype, just the mindset that’s helped me record over 3,500 episodes wit...
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#175 - The One Thing That Beats AI...
Real voices build what algorithms can’t. In this week’s episode, I open up about what truly sets us apart in a world obsessed with automation. This isn’t another “AI vs. humans” debate. It’s a reminder of where real growth still comes from. I s...
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#174 - Freestyle Friday
Ever feel like your podcast isn’t growing the way it should? I’ve been there. In today’s tactical freestyle episode, I share the truth about why most creators struggle to scale, and the key shifts that finally turned things around for me. I tal...
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#173 - 1 Question That Will Help You Get WAY More Clarity About Your Podcast
In this episode of Podcast Growth University, I break down the one question that completely shifts how you think about your show. It’s the same question I ask my clients when their downloads stall and clarity disappears, and it changes...
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#172- What Does It Mean To Be "On Brand"?
Own your message, command your brand. In today’s high-impact episode, I’m breaking down what it really means to be on brand and how staying consistent across every platform builds trust, loyalty, and growth. I’ll share real stories, hard lesson...
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#171 - Having Guests Lined Up For The Next Months Means NOTHING
Are you mistaking motion for progress in your podcast? In this episode, I share why having months of guest interviews lined up isn’t the flex it seems. After hosting over 1,000 episodes, I’ve learned that a full calendar doesn’t always mean gro...
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#170 - 3 Books That Every Podcaster Should Read
In today’s episode of Podcast Growth University, after recording thousands of episodes, I’ve narrowed it down to three game-changing reads that have shaped how I run my show. These aren’t the typical books on microphones or editing. Th...
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#169 - Would Your Science Teacher Be Proud Of Your Podcast?
Growth is measured, not imagined. In this week’s episode, I share why I believe the most successful shows don’t rely on chance. Instead, they follow a process of testing, tracking, and measuring, just like a science experiment. Over the years a...
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#168 - A Simple Way To Create Reels For Your Episodes
What if you could grow your podcast without expensive tools or chasing trends? In today’s episode, I share the simple storytelling framework I use to turn full episodes into authentic, engaging micro-content that connects with listeners, sharpe...
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#167 - A Principle You NEED To Learn To Be More Successful
In this episode of Podcast Growth University, I share how applying the Pareto Principle helped me simplify, focus, and finally see results. From cutting distractions to connecting with listeners, I’ll show you what really drives downlo...
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#166 - Is Niching Down Too Much Actually A Bad Thing?
Clarity cuts through, growth follows true. In today’s episode, I share why narrowing your focus helps you attract the right listeners, build a strong reputation, and create deeper connections that last. Through real examples and simple framewor...
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#165 - Why You Should Give Your Best Stuff Away
What if the secret to growing your podcast wasn’t holding back, but giving more? In this week’s episode, I share why offering your best content for free builds trust, authority, and long-term success. I’ll walk you through how generosity attrac...
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