Smarter Podcasting: Making Podcasts Better
Welcome to Smarter Podcasting, by Niall Mackay, The Podcast Guy, founder of Seven Million Bikes Podcasts.
Niall has years of experience in podcasting, producing, editing, and hosting podcasts in various fields. He’s now on a mission to help podcasters create, publish, and build their communities through podcasting by sharing the techniques and lessons he’s learned.
The show is designed to provide valuable insights and practical tips for any podcaster, whether they are individuals or businesses. Niall shares his tried and tested techniques for creating, publishing, and building a show, along with success stories of his own and his clients’ podcasts.
Whether you’re interested in starting a podcast or improving an existing one, Smarter Podcasting is a great free resource to help you.
Join Niall on this podcasting journey by subscribing or following Smarter Podcasting today.
Episodes
126 episodes
Podpast: How To MONETIZE Your Podcast - 7 Expert Tips
Dreaming of quitting your job to podcast full-time? Discover how in the latest episode of Smarter Podcasting!Join Niall Mackay as he shares his journey and practical advice on growing and monetizing your podcast. This empowering...
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PodPast: How To Name A Podcast – 10 Tips!
Struggling to name your podcast? Tune into the latest episode of Smarter Podcasting, where I share 10 essential tips for finding the perfect name for your show. Your podcast name is the first thing that potential listeners wil...
PodPast: How To Grow Your Podcast - 25 Tips In 25 Minutes
Are you struggling to expand your podcast audience and take your show to the next level? You're in the right place! In this episode, Niall Mackay reveals 25 actionable growth hacks designed to build your audience and strengthen your connection ...
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PodPast: How To Build Trust And Connection With Your Audience, With Mark Steadman
Are you ready to create a podcast that listeners can't get enough of? In this episode of Smarter Podcasting, Mark Steadman from Origin joins Niall Mackay to share essential strategies for putting your listener first and crafting conten...
AUDIT: From Great Storytelling to Audio Glitches, A Real Podcast Breakdown
“Audio is non-negotiable. If it’s hard to listen to, people won’t stay.”I did a full podcast audit for Christopher Welsh, the host of a brand new philosophy podcast. I love doing audit episodes because they reveal things that most podcas...
PodPast: The TRUTH About SEO For Podcasts, with guest Ian Paynton
In this episode of Smarter Podcasting, host Niall Mackay explores the controversial topic of SEO in podcasting and its potential to transform your business. Joined by Ian Paynton, an entrepreneur revolutionizing his content agency with...
PodPast: How To Plan Your Content - 3 CAN’T-MISS Tips, with Brian Beidenbach
In this episode, the host discusses the importance of content planning in podcasting, emphasizing how good planning can prevent "pod fade," where many shows disappear after just 10 episodes. With the right approach, your podcast can continue fo...
PodPast: How To Create a Podcast on a Budget, with Brian Biedenbach
In this episode of Smarter Podcasting, Niall interviews Brian Biedenbach from Summit City Studios about how to kickstart a podcast without spending a fortune. They challenge the idea that podcasting requires costly equipment by reveali...
PodPast: How To Make Your Podcast A SUCCESS Using Podcast Analytics
Are you a podcaster looking to grow your audience and measure the success of your show?In this episode, we dive deep into the world of podcast analytics. From basic metrics like downloads and listener retention, to demographic and conver...
Don't Miss Out on Radim Malinic's BEST Kept Secrets to Reaching Episode 100!
“The best part of podcasting was actually just enjoying the patience and the process and not overthinking it too much.”That line from Radim stayed with me long after we finished recording.My guest today is Radim Manilic, ho...
Podcast: How To Use AI To Grow Your Show With Praveen Telu
Podcasting has been revolutionized with the integration of AI technologies. Podcasters can now save time and produce better content with the help of AI tools. In this episode, we discover how AI can be used to enhance audio quality,...
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PodPast: How To Start A Successful Podcast - 10 Expert Tips
Are you considering starting your own podcast but have no idea where to begin? In this episode, we cover everything you need to know to get started on the right foot.From choosing a topic and name to recording equipment and editing softw...
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PodPast: Smarter Podcasting Is Here
Thanks for listening to this brand new show, Smarter Podcasting. I’m Niall Mackay, the podcast guy and founder of Seven Million Bikes Podcasts. I’m a podcast fanatic, stand-up comedian, and teacher. My mission is to help you on this...
PodPast : EDITING: Revolutionizing Podcast Editing with Descript's Arielle Nissinblatt
"There's no perfect portion of the podcast that you need to get clipped, try something else if it doesn't hit the right demographic."Niall Mackay sits down with Arielle Nissinblatt, Community Marketing Manager at Descript...
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PodPast : CONTENT: Jordan Harbinger's Key to Podcast Success
In this episode I interview one of the biggest names in podcasting, Jordan Harbinger!We delve into the art of preparing for podcast interviews. Jordan, whose podcast has millions of downloads, shares his journey from being ...
PodPast : 10 Smarter Podcasting PodPast PLANNING expert Strategies how to create a successful show with Charlotte Lewis-West
"Podcast audiences absolutely love consistency." - Charlotte Lewis-WestNiall Mackay sits down with podcast strategist Charlotte Lewis-West to uncover the keys to effective podcast planning and promotion. With years of experience in radio...
PodPast : CONTENT: The Power of Storytelling: How Podcasting Shapes Our Lives and Creative Journeys
"Podcasting is a window to my world, and through it, I’ve met people I never imagined I’d connect with."Niall Mackay sits down with Radim Malinic, a creative designer, best-selling author, and the host of Creativity f...
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How To Stand Out In a Crowded Market with Mark Hunter
“If the marketplace is already crowded with podcasts that sound great, you’re going to have to start at that level.” — Mark HunterMark started way back in 2005, long before smartphones, video podcasts, or even basic podcast apps. ...
PodPast : GUESTS - Mastering Podcast Success the Art of Planning and Audience Connection Hugh Hiemstra
“Don’t underestimate who you can get—leaders in their field want to share their expertise with a dedicated audience.” - Hugh HiemstraTalking to Hugh Hiemstra was truly a game-changer for me, both as a podcaster and someone who’s...
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PodPast : SOFTWARE: 10 Programs You NEED For Podcasting & How Much They Cost!
I share my top 10 programs for podcasting and how much they cost. I discuss the importance of using these programs to create high-quality podcasts and streamline the editing process. I also highlight the benefits of using programs ...
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PodPast TIPS: Podcasting On A Budget
In this episode, I take you through my personal experience of evolving from a podcasting novice in 2019 to a professional editor and producer for over 30 shows globally. I provide my top five tips for those interested in starting t...
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MONETIZATION: How I Got A Sponsor From TikTok
“This sponsorship would never have come without TikTok. This brand did not hear my podcast… they saw a short video on TikTok.”When I recorded this episode, I wanted to share something that genuinely surprised even me: aft...
PodPast : TIPS: ChatGPT Interviews ME! My Evolution from Hobbyist to Pro Podcaster
"As soon as you start doing something for money, whether you like it or not. It's gonna change."Podcasting expert and host of Smarter Podcasting Niall Mackay is interviewed by Samantha an AI Voice powered by ChatGPT....
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AUDIT: Fixing Bad Audio and AI Show Notes | Podcast Audit with Arin Rockman
“If I’d turned this on, even if I was interested in the topic, I would’ve turned it off immediately.” – Niall MackayThat’s what I said during this podcast audit, and I meant it. It wasn’t about the content, Arin’s show, R...
PodPast : BUSINESS: How To Run a Podcast To Get More Customers and Clients? With Anii Hoang from The Aspiring CMO
Thank you to Anii Hoang from The Aspiring CMO podcast for letting me share this episode with you! In my journey with Seven Million Bikes Podcasts, a pivotal moment emerged when ...
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