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Be a better podcaster in just a minute a week. One Minute Podcast Tips is a weekly podcast packed with quick, actionable podcasting tips to help you start, grow, and improve your show. Whether you're learning how to start a podcast or looking to level up your existing one, each episode delivers practical advice you can use right away. Hosted by Danny Brown, a podcaster with 10+ years of experience, the show covers everything from podcast recording, editing, and equipment to podcast marketing, audience growth, and promotion. No long episodes. No wasted time. Just clear, focused podcast tips designed to help you create a better podcast. Follow now on your favourite podcast app and improve your podcast in just a minute a week. Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards

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August 7, 20261 min

Give Your Podcast Permission to Breathe

Enjoying the show? Support it here.AI editing tools can save you hours of work - but they can also make your podcast sound over-edited if you're not careful.In this episode of One Minute Podcast Tips, I share why it's important to quality-check AI edits, embrace natural pauses and imperfections, and give your podcast room to breathe.Products I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

July 31, 20261 min

Let Your Analytics Shape Your Call to Action

Enjoying the show? Support it here.When you promote your podcast, are you making it as easy as possible for people to listen?In this episode of One Minute Podcast Tips, I explain how your podcast analytics can help you choose the best app to use in your calls to action, making it easier for listeners to press play and discover your latest episode.Additional reading and listening:PodlinkProducts I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

July 24, 20261 min

Which Podcast Monetization Option Is Right for You?

Enjoying the show? Support it here.One question I see a lot is:'What's the best way to monetize my podcast?'And it really depends on where your podcast is right now. So let's look at the options that are best for you.Products I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

July 17, 20262 min

Is Your Podcast Download Spike Real?

Enjoying the show? Support it here.A sudden spike in podcast downloads is exciting - but is it genuine audience growth or something else?In this episode of One Minute Podcast Tips, I share some simple ways to investigate unusual download spikes, spot potential bot traffic, and better understand what your podcast analytics are really telling you.Additional reading and listening:Living Her Purpose with God PodcastProducts I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

July 10, 20267 min

7 Podcast Experts Share Their Best Advice

Enjoying the show? Support it here.Today sees episode 150 of One Minute Podcast Tips. Instead of hearing from me, I invited some of the people whose work I really respect to share one piece of podcasting advice they think every creator should hear.Featuring insights from Arielle Nissenblatt, Gordon Firemark, Elsie Escobar, Freddy Cruz, Reena Friedman Watts, Tony Doe, and Amanda McLoughlin.Whether you're just getting started or hundreds of episodes in, there's something here you'll be able to put into practice straight away, from growth testing, thinking like a business, banishing tech gremlins, to finding clarity in your podcast, and more.Enjoy, and thanks for being here.(Note: the video version has 5 expert tips, while the audio version has 7)Additional reading and listening:EarBuds Podcast Collective | Explore Podcasts TodayElsie EscobarSpeke Podcasting | Professional Podcast Production OnlineGordonFiremark.comBetter Call Daddy - A Podcast for People Who Love StoriesMultitude | Podcasting With PurposeInto The Podverse: Innovation, Challenges & Opportunities In PodcastingProducts I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

July 3, 20261 min

Your Listener Only Wants One Thing

Enjoying the show? Support it here.As podcasters, it's easy to get caught up in microphones, editing, download numbers, and the latest trends.But your listeners are asking a much simpler question: Is this worth my time?In this episode, I share why focusing on the listener experience will always have a bigger impact than chasing perfection.Products I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

June 26, 20261 min

Stop Trying to Sound Like a "Proper" Podcaster

Enjoying the show? Support it here.Trying to sound like a "proper" podcaster can actually make your show feel less engaging.This week, I explain why authenticity beats performance every time, and how sounding more like yourself can help you build a stronger connection with your listeners.Products I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

June 19, 20261 min

How to Come Up With a Year's Worth of Podcast Content

Enjoying the show? Support it here.One of the questions I see podcasters ask all the time is:"How do I come up with enough content ideas?"But for me, that's the wrong question - because you don't need hundreds of random topic ideas.You just need to ask the right question.Here's one that works for almost any niche.Products I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

June 12, 20261 min

Can You Still Make It as an Audio-Only Podcaster?

Enjoying the show? Support it here.Can you still grow a podcast without video?With so much attention being given to video podcasting, it's easy to feel like every creator needs cameras, lighting, and a YouTube strategy just to compete.But is that really true?If you've been wondering whether audio-only podcasting still has a future, this episode is for you.Additional reading and listening:Audio Remains The Primary Mode Of Podcast Consumption, Despite Growing Video Use; 92% Say They “Listen” To Podcasts, According To Cumulus Media And Signal Hill Insights’ Podcast Download – Fall 2025 Report | Westwood OneReport Shows Podcasting Now Reaches More Than Half of the U.S. Population as Audio Remains Core and Video Strategy Becomes Genre-DependentProducts I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

June 5, 20261 min

Reverb and Echo Aren't the Same Thing

Enjoying the show? Support it here.Reverb and echo are often used as if they mean the same thing, but they're actually very different audio issues.In this episode of One Minute Podcast Tips, I explain the difference between reverb and echo, why understanding that difference matters for podcasters, and how each one can affect the quality of your recordings.You'll also learn some simple ways to reduce unwanted room sound, improve vocal clarity, and make your podcast sound more professional without spending money on new gear.If you've ever listened back to your recordings and wondered why they sound distant, hollow, or "roomy", this episode is for you.Products I Use for One Minute Podcast TipsNote: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.My equipment:RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser micRodecaster Pro II audio production studioSony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor HeadphonesElgato Wave Mic Arm Low ProfileRecommended resources:Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetizationBoomcaster remote recording and live streamingHindenburg Pro recording and editingAuphonic AI assistant for audio post productionIf One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.