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One of the biggest myths in podcasting: that you have to be everywhere to grow. Spoiler alert — you don’t. Instead of burning out trying to post across every social media platform, this episode will help you understand the power of focus.

In this episode, Eric makes the case for doubling down on 2-3 key platforms that actually move the needle for your podcast, based on your content format and strengths.

🧠 What You’ll Learn:

• Why being on every platform is a waste of your time early on
• How to choose channels that actually align with your business/goals
• Platform suggestions based on your podcast format
• The difference between real growth vs. fake busy work

This episode is sponsored by Riverside.fm - With Riverside you can record high quality audio and video podcasts remotely. Use promo code CLIPPED for 20% off.

🛠️ Resources:

• Podcast Name Checker Tool - Starting a podcast? Use our Podcast Name Checker to ensure the name you want is available across Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and the web
• Podcast Equipment Finder - Fill out a 1 minute questionnaire and our equipment finder will automatically suggest podcast equipment for you based on your needs. You can purchase that gear through our Amazon links.

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Spotify just dropped a new metric: Plays. It’s supposed to show how many times your episode was played—similar to YouTube views—but as of now, it’s only visible inside Spotify for Podcasters, not to the public.

This episode is sponsored by Riverside.fm - With Riverside you can record high quality audio and video podcasts remotely. Use promo code CLIPPED for 20% off.

In this episode, I break down:

• What the “Plays” metric actually tracks
• Why creators are confused (and a little worried)
• The difference between Spotify Plays, Streams, and Apple Podcast Downloads
• What this means for advertisers and how they buy podcast ad space
• And the bigger question—how do we define success with so many overlapping metrics?

Right now, it’s a mess. But it’s also part of podcasting growing up. I’m not sure how I feel yet, but I’m watching closely—and still focused on making content I love.

📖 Related Reading:

• NBC News: Spotify’s new play count feature has podcasters worried
• Spotify’s official metric breakdown
• Spotify For Podcasters
• Apple Podcasts Connect

🎥 Check out more gear reviews, tutorials, and content tips on my YouTube channel: youtube.com/@thepodcasthaven

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• Podcast Name Checker Tool - Starting a podcast? Use our Podcast Name Checker to ensure the name you want is available across Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and the web

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In this episode, I take you on a step-by-step walkthrough of how I edit a podcast using Pro Tools. I’m breaking down my exact process—from importing audio into my custom template, to cutting filler, cleaning up breaths, applying effects, and delivering a polished final mix. Whether you’re new to editing or just curious how it’s done at a professional level, this episode gives you a behind-the-scenes look at a typical podcast editor’s workflow.

I’ll also touch on tools like iZotope RX, Riverside.fm, and how I manage my plugin chain to get crisp, broadcast-ready audio.

This episode is sponsored by Riverside.fm - With Riverside you can record high quality audio and video podcasts remotely. Use promo code CLIPPED for 20% off.

This episode is perfect for:

• Aspiring podcast editors
• Podcasters looking to DIY their editing
• Clients who want to understand what editing actually involves
• Anyone curious about Pro Tools or my setup

🛠️ Tools I Use In This Episode:

• ProTools
• Izoptope RX
• Waves Plugins
• Slate Plugins

🛠️ Resources:

• Podcast Name Checker Tool - Starting a podcast? Use our Podcast Name Checker to ensure the name you want is available across Apple, Spotify, YouTube, and the web

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• LinkedIn
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