Sound Strategy with Lucas Dickey: The Most Meta Podcast About Podcasting Ever
Where the art and science of podcasting meet the innovators shaping its future.Dive into the multifaceted world of podcasting with Sound Strategy, an insider's guide to the evolving landscape of audio content creation. Each episode features in-depth conversations with the diverse minds behind successful shows, revolutionary platforms, and cutting-edge technologies transforming how we create, distribute, and consume podcasts.From independent creators finding their voice to network executives scaling production, from AI-powered tools revolutionizing workflows to monetization strategies that build sustainable businesses—we explore the full spectrum of what makes podcasting such a dynamic medium.Join our host as we un...
Legal Tides: Gordon Firemark on Copyright, Contracts, and AI’s Impact on Creators in Podcasting
IN THIS EPISODE: A deep dive into the legal landscape of podcasting, offering expert advice on protecting creative work, navigating intellectual property challenges, and establishing professional practices in the rapidly evolving digital media environment.
TOPICS: AI, monetization, Law, Podcasting, Copyright, Contracts
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Lucas interviews Gordon Firemark, known as the 'Podcast Lawyer', who discusses the critical legal considerations for podcasters. He highlights key legal aspects such as the need for collaboration agreements, understanding intellectual property rights, and being intentional about content creation.
The conversation delves into various...
From Rules to Resonance: Tiffany Kane and the Future of Spatial Podcasting
IN THIS EPISODE: Tiffany Kane champions authenticity and creativity in podcasting through her spatial audio technologies, awards program, and belief in breaking traditional industry rules.
TOPICS: spatial audio, community, monetization, authenticity, VR, video games
KEY FIGURES: Dolby Atmos, KaSa Media Productions, Sonic Bloom Awards
SUMMARY: Our guest: Tiffany Kane, a multi-faceted podcast professional and entrepreneur deeply passionate about the podcasting ecosystem. Kane discusses her diverse projects, from the creation of a Dolby Atmos recording studio in Orange County plus an innovative app designed to enable...
The Echo of Community: Elsie Escobar & Rob Walch on Feedback and Longevity in Podcasting
IN THIS EPISODE: Lucas Dickey interviews long-time podcasting veterans Rob Walch and Elsie Escobar about their 17-year collaboration on 'The Feed', exploring their podcasting experiences, content creation strategies, and the evolution of their industry involvement.
TOPICS: Feedback, Production, Community, Podcasting, Customers
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This episode features Rob Walch and Elsie Escobar, two long-time podcasting veterans who have been co-hosting 'The Feed' for Libsyn for over 17 years. Both Walch and Escobar share their extensive backgrounds in podcasting, with Escobar noting she entered podcasting in 2006 as a creative outlet without any...
Charting Inner Waters: Katie Krimitsos on Meditation, Mission, and Podcasting + Media Strategy
IN THIS EPISODE: Entrepreneur Katie Krimitsos built a successful meditation podcast network by creating intimate, high-quality content that empowers women to know themselves through mindfulness and self-reflection.
TOPICS: Women's health, Digital media, Podcasting, Meditation, Entrepreneurship, Self-reflection, Self-improvement, Honesty
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Katie Krimitsos is the founder of the Women’s Meditation Network, a thriving collection of podcasts focused on mindfulness, sleep, and wellness. After launching her first business podcast in 2014, she pivoted in 2018 to meditation content specifically for women—a move that transformed her entrepreneurial path. Today, her network includes 20 show...
Signal and Story: Maribel Quezada Smith on Media, Identity, Independence, and Impact
IN THIS EPISODE: Media producer Maribel Quezada Smith discusses her path to creating meaningful content, the importance of understanding diverse audiences, and the future of creator-driven media production.
KEY FIGURES: Faybeo'n Mickens, Alex Santiago, Diferente Creative, BIPOC Podcast Creators
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MQS, founder of Diferente Creative, recounts her journey from a high school broadcasting enthusiast to a seasoned media producer, shaped by her entrepreneurial upbringing and her grandparents’ resilience. Initially challenged by barriers to entering journalism school, she laid the groundwork for her career through early internships and a se...
Navigating The Podcast Profit Map: SEO, Audience Growth, and Monetization Strategies with Adam Schaeuble
IN THIS EPISODE: Podcasting entrepreneur Adam Schaeuble reveals how creators can transform their podcasts from hobby projects to sustainable businesses by implementing strategic naming, focused content creation, and smart monetization approaches.
TOPICS: Monetization, Content creation, Podcasting, SEO, Marketing
KEY FIGURES: Charlie Munger, Tim Ferriss, The Great Mental Models, Joe Polish, Justin Welsh, TikTok, LinkedIn, YouTube, Dave Jackson, Voxer, Threads, Amy Porterfield, Rob Walsh, Allison Melody, Adam Schaeuble, Podcasting Business School
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Adam Schaeuble shares his journey from gym owner to podcast business coach, urging...
Anchoring Knowledge: Metacast's Journey to Transform Podcast Retention with Arnab Deka & Ilya Bezdelev
IN THIS EPISODE: Metacast founders explore the potential of transcript-based podcast technology to enhance content discovery, retention, and user experience while preserving the authentic connection between podcasters and their audience.
TOPICS: AI, Podcasting, Discovery, Transcripts, technology
KEY FIGURES: Google, Apple, Artificial Intelligence, Spotify, YouTube, Jason Fried, 37signals, ChatGPT, Joe Rogan, Neil de Grasse Tyson, Tim Ferriss, Descript, Josh Waitzkin, Whisper, Transistor, Overcast,
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In this episode, hosts Lucas and Allison interview Metacast co-founders about their app that enhances podcast listening through transcript technology. Frustrated...
Deep Connections: How Authentic Podcasting Creates Waves of Influence with OG Dave Jackson
IN THIS EPISODE: Veteran podcaster Dave Jackson provides a comprehensive overview of podcasting's current landscape, offering strategic advice on content creation, audience development, and maintaining authenticity in a rapidly evolving media environment.
KEY FIGURES: Apple, Spotify, YouTube, TikTok, ChatGPT, Joe Rogan, Muhammad Ali, Bill Maher, Claude, Libsyn, Podcast Movement, Zoom PodTrak P4, School of Podcasting
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Jackson, podcasting veteran and School of Podcasting founder, chronicles the medium's journey from obscurity in 2005 to today's mainstream status where 55% of people consume podcasts. Jackson stresses authentic passion, audience service, and community...
Podcast Marketing Tides with Joe Rubin: Staying Afloat in a Sea of Content
IN THIS EPISODE: Joe Rubin reveals the complexities of podcast growth, emphasizing the importance of strategic marketing, community networking, and finding unique ways to stand out in a crowded landscape.
GUEST: Joe Rubin, CMO & Co-Founder of Mowpod, a podcasting & newsletter marketing and technology firm. Find Joe at MowPod.com or at @itsmowpod. Joe's go-to karaoke song is any he can croon to slightly intoxicated or any Disney song with his daughter.
TOPICS: Monetization, Startup, Technology, Marketing, Podcasting
KEY FIGURES: AI, ChatGPT, Morning Brew, Acast, Streamyard, The Hustle, DeepCast, Pod Match, Friday Night Karaoke...
Sound Strategy with Lucas Dickey - The Most Meta Podcast About Podcasting
Gist: “Sound Strategy with Lucas Dickey” offers an insider's look at the podcasting world, celebrating individual creativity, technological innovation, and the passion driving content creators. And this is just the beginning!
Key Figures & Topics: YouTube, Joe Rogan, MetaCast, DeepCast Creator, School of Podcasting, SonanceCast, Tiphany Kane, Dave Jackson, Allison Melody, Faybeo’on Mickens, Authenticity, Voice, Success, Audio Quality, Experimentation, Democratization of Media, Audience Building as a Marathon, Format Diversity, Niche Audience, Monetization
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Sound Strategy features a candid discussion about the world of podcasting, with host Lucas Dickey...
Sound Strategy: An Introduction with Lucas Dickey
Gist: DeepCast founder Lucas Dickey discusses the future of podcasting, emphasizing technological innovations, global content discovery, and the powerful intimate connections created between podcast hosts and their audiences along with co-hosts Faybeon Mickens & Allison Melody.
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Longer Summary: Lucas Dickey, the founder of DeepCast, discusses the origins and mission of his podcast platform, which aims to solve key challenges in podcast discovery, content distillation, distribution, and knowledge retention. He and his co-founder identified problems in existing podcast ecosystems, such as difficulty finding relevant content and sharing podcast segments across different platforms. Their vision is to...
