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PodSchoolShould you create a transcript for your podcast episodes?Wondering whether it's worth creating a transcript for your podcast? In this episode, I explain why transcripts are more useful than ever, not just for accessibility and SEO, but as a way to save time and streamline your content creation workflow. If you're using AI tools like ChatGPT, a transcript can be the secret to turning one episode into your entire content ecosystem.What You’ll Learn:Why podcast transcripts are still important for SEO and accessibilityHow transcripts help you repurpose content with AI tools like ChatGPTWhat you can create from one tr...2025-07-2007 minPodSchoolCan you use a podcast to build your brand?If you’re starting from scratch, launching a podcast can feel daunting, especially if you don’t have an audience. But podcasting is one of the most powerful tools for building trust, authority and connection over time. In this episode, I share why your voice is your best branding asset, how to use podcasting as the foundation of your content and why consistency matters more than anything.What You’ll Learn:Why podcasting builds trust faster than any other mediumHow to grow an audience and brand at the same timeTips for using your p...2025-07-1308 minPodSchoolHow to re-record audio without it sounding obviousEver had to re-record a section of your podcast and worried it would sound awkward or disconnected? In this episode, I share simple techniques to make sure your 'pickups' blend seamlessly into your original recording.What you’ll learn:When it’s worth re-recording a section of your podcast (and when to leave it)How to capture ambient noise to cover up your editsWhy recording ‘cold’ doesn't sound naturalTips for matching mic setups and audio levelsTricks to smooth transitions in post-productionEPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: Josh New...2025-07-0612 minPodSchoolHow to make money from a podcastCan you actually make money from podcasting?In this episode, I answer one of the most common questions new podcasters ask...how do you make money from a podcast?The truth is, most podcasts don’t make a dime but that doesn't mean it's not possible for your show.You just need the right strategy, the right audience and the right expectations.To help you get to that point, I break down what actually works, what to avoid, and why ads aren’t the only (or best) way to monetise your show...2025-06-2918 minPodSchoolHow do you record people in different locations?Recording with guests in other cities or countries? You’re not alone.Remote recording is a BIG part of podcasting, and while Zoom is the default for many, it’s not built for great audio. So what should you use instead?In this episode, I walk through the best remote recording options and how to make sure your podcast sounds as professional as possible, even if your guest is on the other side of the world.What you’ll learn:Why Zoom isn’t ideal for podcast audioThe benefits of remote recording platform...2025-06-2208 minPodSchoolCan you use music in your podcast?Using music in your podcast can make your show sound polished and professional but it can also get you into serious legal trouble if you don’t know the rules.In this episode, I answer a listener question about using music in podcasts, and cover when to use it, how to use it well, and how to avoid getting your episodes pulled down by platforms like Spotify.What You’ll LearnWhen and where music works best in a podcastWhy music should never cover up weak contentHow to use intro/outro music to make your...2025-06-1516 minPodSchoolWhat's the ideal length for a podcast?One of the most common questions I get asked is “What’s the ideal length for a podcast?”And the answer is…there’s no perfect length.In this episode, I explain what you need to consider when deciding how long your episodes should be, including your audience’s attention span and lifestyle, the quality of your content as well as your own time and energy.Whether you’re doing solo episodes, interviews, or highly produced content, the key is finding a length you can stick to consistently, without burning out.What you’ll le...2025-06-0808 minPodSchoolWhat are the hidden costs of podcasting?It’s easy to assume podcasting is a low-cost content format, and it can be. But if you’re in this for the long haul, there are a few hidden costs that might catch you off guard.In this episode, I walk through some of the sneaky expenses new podcasters often overlook, including tech upgrades, marketing tools, podcast hosting, and the biggest cost of all - your time.What you’ll learn:The real cost of starting a podcastWhy free tools sometimes cost you moreThe one resource new podcasters forget to budget forHow...2025-06-0109 minPodSchoolShould you release your podcast in seasons?If you're trying to decide whether to release your podcast week-by-week or in seasons, this episode is for you.I answer a listener question about the pros and cons of podcast seasons and share why batching and taking breaks can actually help your show survive long term, even if it means slower growth.This is especially helpful if podcasting isn’t your full-time job and you’re trying to keep your show going alongside the juggle of everything else.💡 What you’ll learn:The pros and cons of releasing your show in seasonsHo...2025-05-2509 minPodSchoolWhy do some podcasts succeed when so many fail?Some podcasts blow up while others never get off the ground. So what’s the difference? In this episode, I’m answering a listener question about what makes a podcast successful. Is it promotion? A unique idea? Celebrity status? Or is it just about sticking at it?Spoiler alert: It’s not about going viral. But there are consistent things successful podcasters do and they’re things you can do too.💡What you’ll learn:What big shows have in common (that you might not see)The eight things successful podcasters focus onWhy consist...2025-05-1814 min
Me And My Tiny HumanThe juggle is real: Can you do it all as a solo mum?Is the juggle doable as a solo mum? Technically, yes. But it might break you a little.In this final episode of this season, I talk about how I'm trying to keep everything going and the importance of not forgetting about yourself in that mix. I also explain why I’m taking a short break from the podcast (don't worry, it's not for long!) and why sometimes you just need to take something off your plate before you fall to bits.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of th...2025-05-1312 minPodSchoolCan you use a lapel mic for your podcast?If you’re tossing up between a lapel mic (also called a lav mic) and a more traditional podcast mic, this episode breaks down the pros and cons of both.While lapel mics are great for video, they often sacrifice the sound quality you need in a podcast. I explain why podcast audio needs to be more intimate, and why your mic setup can make or break your connection with your audience.💡 What You’ll Learn:The difference between lapel mics and traditional podcast micsWhy audio intimacy matters in a podcastWhat makes a mic s...2025-05-1104 minPodSchoolDo podcast guests need to sign a release form?In this episode, I answer a listener question about whether you need to get your podcast guests to sign a release form when they appear on your show.While consent forms are common in the television industry, podcasting is still a bit of a legal grey area. So, what’s best practice?I explain how consent is usually implied, when you might need a signed form, and the simple steps you can take to protect yourself without adding extra admin to your workflow.🎧 What You’ll Learn:Whether guest release forms a...2025-05-0404 minMe And My Tiny HumanThat time strangers judged me for my parentingThis week I'm answering a question about whether I've ever been judged for my parenting.This came into my inbox at the perfect time because I'd had someone judge me that very same week.And let's just say, I wasn't that jazzed about it.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here...2025-05-0414 minMe And My Tiny HumanThe hardest phases of solo mum life (so far)This week, I'm answering a question about the hardest stages of solo motherhood so far.I've got a whole episode on the first 6 weeks so we don't need to explore that hellscape again 😂.Instead, I'm going to share my thoughts on a phase I'm in the middle of right now that is pushing me to my absolute limits.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel Corbett2025-04-2914 minPodSchoolWhat’s the difference between downloads and plays in podcasting?This week I’m answering a question about podcast analytics... how do downloads work, what actually counts as a play, and how much of your audience data is real?Spoiler: It’s more complicated than it should be.💡In this episode I cover…What podcast downloads really mean Whether you can tell how many people really listened to your podcastWhat counts as a “stream” (and why it doesn’t exist)How to get better data using Apple & Spotify dashboardsWhy audience growth matters more than round numbersIf you’ve ever wondered what’s really going on b...2025-04-2709 minMe And My Tiny HumanThe three baby items I couldn’t live without as a solo mumThis week I'm talking about a few items you must have if you're a solo mum.When you don’t have anyone to hand your baby to so you can take a shower or the toilet, these three things are a life saver. EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the showWant to start your own podcast? Check out my online podcasting course, PodSchool.Email me: rachel@meandmytinyhuman.comFo...2025-04-2207 minPodSchoolWhat are the benefits of partnering with a podcast network?In this episode, I’m answering a listener question about podcast networks...what they do, when they’re useful, and how to know if partnering with one makes sense for your show.If you’ve ever thought “a network will help me grow my audience,” this one’s for you, because the truth might surprise you.💡 What You’ll Learn:Why podcast networks aren’t a silver bullet for growthThe minimum audience you’ll need for networks to consider youThe difference between sponsorship and programmatic revenueWhat networks really look for in a partner showThe three partnership mod...2025-04-2011 minMe And My Tiny HumanI've never looked worse in my lifeThis week’s not a cry for help, I promise 😂It’s just a moment, between you and me, to talk about something I wasn’t ready for...how bad I would look 95% of the time after becoming a parent.From constant scratches and bruises to hair so bad I've asked ChatGPT for a hair routine (twice). I already had a pretty low bar for the amount of effort I was willing to put into my appearance. Bu it really hits another level when time, sleep, and energy vanish into the solo mum vortex.2025-04-1512 minPodSchoolWhat's the best way to grow your podcast audience?In this episode, I answer a listener question about every podcasters obsession... audience growth.From consistency and content quality to SEO, guest strategy, and engaging your listeners I explain what actually works (and what doesn't).Spoiler alert: If you're looking for a silver bullet or a shortcut to massive downloads, there isn't one (sorry!)💡 What You’ll Learn:Why podcast growth is slowHow consistency impacts podcasting successThe importance of high-quality audioHow to use SEO and your podcast website effectivelyWhat promotion strategies actually workWhen guest appearances and cross-promotion helpWhy audience engagement and email lists...2025-04-1320 minMe And My Tiny HumanThe sheer terror of a wide open dayThis week there’s no listener question, just a moment, between you and me, to unpack the unexpected panic that can set in when you're a solo parent with zero plans.I've never been one for the Sunday Scaries but what I have experienced is the Real Life Scaries that can often happen when you've returned from a holiday with parent friends and you realise "Holy crap. I've got to do this on my own?"It's almost easier to do it when you don't get a sneak peek into how much easier it is to pa...2025-04-0807 minPodSchoolWhat makes a bad podcast idea?Not all podcast ideas are created equal, especially when you’re just starting out. In this episode, I answer a listener question about what makes a podcast idea bad and share the one mistake many new podcasters make when choosing a concept for their show.If you want people to press play on your podcast, your idea needs to be more than just “talking to interesting people.”What you'll learn:Why vague podcast ideas don’t work (especially if no one knows you)The common pitch that sounds good… but isn’tHow to think abo...2025-04-0604 minMe And My Tiny HumanDo I miss companionship as a solo mum?This week I'm answering a listener question about one of the most common fears people have when considering solo motherhood - what about companionship??Q: "I know you said a partner is out of the question but what about companionship? How do you manage to incorporate that? I am 39 and have a few eggs frozen and still feel unsure about so much including if I even want to go down this path on my own. All my friends are married with kids and I just feel people look at me confused."I hear ya! I...2025-04-0211 minPodSchoolCan you reserve your podcast name before you launch?In this episode, I answer a listener question about protecting your show name (which we can all get VERY attached to) and explain why it’s not as simple as registering a business name or grabbing a URL. I'll explain how to avoid naming conflicts, when (if ever) you should trademark your podcast and why it pays to see what's out there before you get to attached to the name you've got.What you'll learn:Why podcast names can't be reservedThe risks of choosing a name that existsWhen trademarking your show might make sense (an...2025-03-3007 minMe And My Tiny HumanDid I consider how my daughter would feel being a donor child?Today I'm answering a meaty question from Anonymous...Q: "How much time did you give to considering how your daughter will feel and what she will experience being born into a situation where she will not be raised by and have a relationship with her biological father, and her biological father's side of the family? She has 50% of her DNA from a stranger. Did you talk to any donor conceived people or adopted people and ask them about their perspectives? How much will you disclose about her biological father's identity to her and others? 2025-03-2512 minPodSchoolHow to share your podcast to everyone with a single linkThis might seem like a simple thing to cover but it wasn't always easy!And making sure everyone can access your podcast from every link you send out is essential if you want to grow your show.So in this episodes I share a few of the options you have for a universal link to your podcast that will work for everyone.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:2025-03-2308 minMe And My Tiny HumanI've never been more tired doing nothingNo question today, just a little observation from my time as a solo parent...the truly unfair notion that you spend most of your days doing absolutely nothing and yet you've never been more tired.HOW DOES THAT WORK?This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing Assistance: LINKS & OTHER IMPORTANT STUFF:Click here to submit a question to the show2025-03-1809 minPodSchoolCan you fix audio after you've recorded it?Today I'm answering a question from Katrina...Q: Is it easy to fix audio after you've recorded it?Unfortunately, not always!And sometimes, even when you can fix it, it comes at the expense of your voice because if you're removing sound from the background you're also removing sound from your voice.That can make you sound more robotic and less warm and like a real person.And in a podcast, that's not what you want.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people...2025-03-1605 minMe And My Tiny HumanMy baby has a bougie palateIn this episode I'm answering a question from Sam..."How did you go with feeding your kid solids? I'm terrified my daughter is only going to want to eat chicken nuggets."Oh Sam. I hear you!This was my greatest fear too.I get that kids like what they like, and if she only wanted chicken nuggets after I'd introduced her to everything else, there wasn't much I could do about that.But I was determined to get her to try as many different things as possible so she...2025-03-1115 minPodSchoolCan you have a successful podcast without video?Today I'm answering a question from Ottilie...Q: Is it better to start with an audio only format or dive straight in to you Tube? Pros' and cons??Video has become a point of OBSESSION in podcasting and everyone is starting to feel like if they're not filming full length episodes of their podcasts and putting them on YouTube their show will never be a success.But that's absolutely not the case.Full length video episodes work brilliantly for some shows and are an absolute waste of resources for others.2025-03-0914 minMe And My Tiny HumanWas I prepared for the outcome of not having a baby?Today I'm answering this question from Anonymous..."I’m currently doing IVF to become a solo mum and while I’m super hopeful and optimistic it will work out, the realities are starting to dawn on me that it may not. And I may have to make peace with that at some point. So I guess my questions are - Did you think about this? Did you have a limit on how many round you would do? How did you handle the IVF rollercoaster once you decided you were ready to be a mum? Do you know anyo...2025-03-0415 minPodSchoolDo you need social media if you're starting a podcast?Today I'm answering a question from Allan...Q: Is it necessary to have a social media page whilst podcasting?If you're anything like me, you'll try to do anything you can to avoid social media.But unfortunately, if you're build an audience for your podcast from scratch you're probably going to need it.This podcast was recorded on the lands of the Wangal people, of the Eora Nation. I pay my respects to Elders past and present.EPISODE CREDITS:Host: Rachel CorbettEditing...2025-03-0207 minMe And My Tiny HumanHave I robbed my daughter of something by going solo?Today I'm answering this question from Carly..."Do you ever feel any level of guilt for your daughter that because of your (our) choice, she won’t have a father (one of the good ones - engaged, mature, loving) in her life? Yes it was the right decision for me but i do question myself on that sometimes." - Carly (& my little one, Gracen)Do I ever think about whether I should have gone down a different path? You'll have to listen to find out!This podcast was recorded on the lands of th...2025-02-2518 minPodSchoolWhat do you do if you can't release episodes weekly?Today I'm answering this question from Donna...Q: In the beginning if weekly too hard to commit to, can you start once a fortnight? Isn't it better to have a crack and then increase it to weekly over time?If releasing your show fortnightly or monthly is going to mean the difference between your show getting out there or never seeing the light of day then you can definitely work on a frequency that suits you.The main thing you MUST do, whatever frequency you choose, is be consistent.This podcast...2025-02-2305 min