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• What impact do ratings and reviews have on your podcast?

  Should you ask for ratings and reviews on your podcast?If you’ve ever heard someone say “Leave a rating and review because it helps people find the show,” you’ve probably wondered… does it?In this episode, I’m breaking down the truth about ratings and reviews including what they do, what they don’t do and why they’re still worth asking for (just not for the reason you might think).Whether you’re chasing the charts or just hoping new listeners will stumble across your show, this episode will help you understand the real role reviews play in your podcast’s success and how to ask for them in a way that makes sense.What you’ll learn:Do ratings and reviews help your podcast get discovered?Why they don’t impact the charts anymore (even if they used to)The real reason they matter (spoiler: social proof)What to do if you get a bad oneEPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Find out how to work with me hereDownload my free podcasting guideCheck out my online podcasting course, PodSchoolClick here to submit a question to the showEmail me: [email protected] me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out my blog or the PodSchool website.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

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• How do you pitch your podcast to a network?

  Getting your podcast on a network can be a great way to monetise and potentially grow your show but only if there's a clear value exchange. In this episode, I walk through what podcast networks are looking for, how to pitch your show and what makes you stand out from the hundreds of other pitches landing in their inbox.What you'll learn:When your show might be ready for a networkThe key things networks look for in a pitchHow to articulate your value (beyond just download numbers)Why partnerships only work if both sides benefitEPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Find out how to work with me hereDownload my free podcasting guideCheck out my online podcasting course, PodSchoolClick here to submit a question to the showEmail me: [email protected] me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out my blog or the PodSchool website.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

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• What should you do if listeners want longer episodes?

  What do you do when your listeners say they want longer episodes but you’re already at capacity? In this episode, I’m giving you a giant permission slip to not do what your audience asks and why that’s often the best thing for them and you.What you’ll learn:Why listener feedback doesn’t always require actionHow to protect your time and energy as a podcasterWhat really matters when it comes to growing your audienceHow to add value without increasing your workloadWhen bonus episodes are better than longer onesEPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Find out how to work with me hereDownload my free podcasting guideCheck out my online podcasting course, PodSchoolClick here to submit a question to the showEmail me: [email protected] me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out my blog or the PodSchool website.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.

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• What AI tools should you be using for your podcast?

  Podcasting can take up a LOT of time but there are plenty of tools around that can take some of the most time consuming (and annoying) tasks off your plate.In this episode, I walk through the AI tools that can help you speed up your podcasting workflow without compromising the quality of your show output. From planning and transcripts to promotion and post-production, AI can take care o the grunt work so you can focus on the parts that need you.What You’ll Learn:How AI can help you come up with episode ideasThe best ways to use AI-generated transcripts to reduce workloadThe role AI can play in social content and video clipsWhy it’s still important to rely on your ear (and not just the tech) when you're using AI to fix audioPlatforms and tools mentioned:ChatGPT – for scripting, show notes, and content repurposingClaude – for content planning and AI writingAdobe Enhance – for cleaning up poor quality audioAuphonic – for levelling and audio polishOpus Clip – for auto-generating video clipsDescript – for editing audio and video with textRiverside – for remote recording and AI clippingVEED – for video creation and captioningCanva – for visuals, reels, and promo contentEPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Find out how to work with me hereDownload my free podcasting guideCheck out my online podcasting course, PodSchoolClick here to submit a question to the showEmail me: [email protected] me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out my blog or the PodSchool

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• How to tell the difference between good and bad audio

  If you’re new to podcasting it's hard to know what 'good' audio sounds like. But understanding this is essential if you want your podcast episodes to sound their bestThe challenge? It's not necessarily something you'll recognise straight away because you have to train your ear.In this episode, I share how to build that skill, from essential listening habits to editing techniques that will make your show sound seamless.Whether you’re editing your own episodes or just want to recognise quality when you hear it, these tips will help you spot (and fix) audio issues before they cost you listeners.What you’ll learn:How to train your ear through active listeningWhy listening to a wide range of quality podcasts accelerates your skillsHow to notice the details you like (and dislike) so you can apply them to your own showWhat makes a bad edit and how to avoid itHow to spot “obvious” edits and why they break immersionWhy over‑editing is as bad as under-editingThe importance of listening to audio around the spot where you're editingThe importance of spaceHow to use natural pauses, breaths and silence to keep your edit sounding naturalWhy cutting too tightly can make your podcast feel rushed and roboticThe most common beginner mistakes and how to avoid themWhy distracted editing always leads to missed errorsThe risks of editing while multitasking Why a final “just listening” pass is non‑negotiableTools and techniques that will help you improve your editsHow to use breath and silence files to smooth transitionsLeveraging AI tools like Adobe Enhance (without over‑processing your voice)Listening critically to your own edits with eyes closed to focus on the soundWhy editing well is worth the effortGood audio builds trust and keeps listeners engagedEven small improvements in editing can make your show sound dramatically betterEPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh NewthLINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Download my free podcasting guideCheck out my online podcasting course, PodSchoolClick here to submit a question to the showEmail me: [email protected] me: Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, YouTube, TikTok or check out my blog or the PodSchool website.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation....

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