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Each episode of Audience goes behind the scenes of all kinds of podcasts to uncover the creative process that powers audio creators. Audience... more

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And That's a Wrap...

As Audience comes to an end, we're signing off with a collection of podcasting tips from our season 3 guests

01 Feb 2024 · 10 minutes
Feedswap: Podcast Perspectives

We're excited to collaborate with our friends at The Podglomerate and their show, Podcast Perspectives:   How does the Washington Post share... more

21 Dec 2023 · 27 minutes
A Psychedelic Western with David Weinberg

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart and David talk about his limited series, Dreamtown, the Story of Adelanto.... more

14 Dec 2023 · 37 minutes
Audio and Artifacts with Tania Mohammad

Stuart talks to Tania Mohammad, the host and producer of the award-winning podcast, Undiscarded: Stories of New York. They talk... more

07 Dec 2023 · 33 minutes
Asking "Dumb" Questions with Christopher Linnane

Today, Stuart and Chris Linnane discuss Chris' podcast The Parlor Room, and what it's like to talk to experts. Chris... more

30 Nov 2023 · 36 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Drilled: Rigorous Audio Journalism (ft. Amy Westervelt)

As we continue to work on new Audience episodes, here's an episode from one of our other shows, 3 Clips.... more

23 Nov 2023 · 41 minutes
Laughing at Ourselves with Charles Austin

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart talks to Charles Austin about the comedy podcast, Episode One. Episode One is... more

16 Nov 2023 · 35 minutes
Hostiness with Elaine Appleton Grant

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart and Elaine talk about her podcast "Sound Judgment" and what it takes... more

09 Nov 2023 · 35 minutes
A Novel Concept with Bethanne Patrick

Today Stuart talks to Bethanne Patrick about her podcast, Missing Pages. Being a critic of your professional industry can go... more

02 Nov 2023 · 36 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Creating With Sensitivity

While we work on new episodes, here's an episode from another Castos Original, 3 Clips. It firt aired in October... more

26 Oct 2023 · 53 minutes
A Podcast About (Almost) Everything with Anisa Khalifa

On this episode of Audience, Stuart talks to Anisa Khalifa about her podcast, The Broadside, which is a podcast that... more

19 Oct 2023 · 29 minutes
Creating Moments with Rick Wimberly

Today, Stuart chats with Rick Wimberly about how to create great moments during a podcast. He is a great storyteller... more

12 Oct 2023 · 24 minutes
The Stories Food Can Tell with Melissa Hall

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart and Melissa talk about the podcast, Gravy and how it's a springboard... more

05 Oct 2023 · 28 minutes
Re-Air: Realism in Audio Fiction

As we continue work on new episodes, let's listen in on an episode from August of 2022.    *****************************   Some of the best,... more

28 Sep 2023 · 26 minutes
Looking for Wonder with Aaron Millar

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart and Aaron Millar discuss his travel and adventure podcast, Armchair Explorer. On... more

21 Sep 2023 · 38 minutes
Passion and Compassion with Jenna Flanagan

On this episode of Audience, Stuart chats with Jenna Flanagan about her podcast, After Broad and Market, a show about... more

14 Sep 2023 · 46 minutes
Fiction Reveals Truth with Jonathan Mitchell

Jonathan Mitchell, the creator and producer of The Truth takes Stuart and the listeners behind the scenes of this award... more

07 Sep 2023 · 36 minutes
Introducing Creative Architects by Castos

Introducing Creative Architects by Castos. Join creative entrepreneur Angela Hollowell as she talks to the creators shaping the future of the... more

10 Aug 2023 · 34 minutes
Re-Air: Hearing Pictures with Allen Clark

RE-AIR:  As we work on new episodes for season 3, listen in on this episode from November 17, 2022. Stay... more

20 Jul 2023 · 46 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: You Heard Me Write: Structure Sets Us Free (ft. Kacie Willis)

We are currently between seasons, so in the meantime, enjoy a re-air from another Castos Original:   Every so often we come... more

29 Jun 2023 · 52 minutes
Do No Harm with Jasmyn Morris

Stuart talks to journalist Jasmyn Morris, the host and producer of a limited series called Hitman. They discuss true crime... more

15 Jun 2023 · 48 minutes
Season 2 Podcasting Tips

As we prepare to wrap up season 2, this week's episode features many of our guests's podcasting tips.    Next week's episode... more

08 Jun 2023 · 10 minutes
Beyond the Big Screen with Jenny Turner Hall

Stuart talks with director, writer and producer, Jenny Turner Hall about her groundbreaking kids' podcast, The Unexplainable Disappearance of Mars... more

01 Jun 2023 · 31 minutes
Re-Air: Immersive Storytelling with Morgan Givens

This episode is a re-air from November of 2022. We're currently working on new episodes, but if you missed Morgan's... more

25 May 2023 · 49 minutes
When Objects Tell Human Stories, with Shin Yu Pai

Stuart talks with Shin Yu Pai about her podcast Ten Thousand Things from KUOW Public Radio. They discuss how commonplace... more

18 May 2023 · 38 minutes
Honoring a Legacy with Joe Skinner

Stuart talks to Joe Skinner, the host and producer of PBS's American Masters: Creative Spark. Storytelling is everywhere and provides... more

11 May 2023 · 31 minutes
Entertainment in a Time of Crisis with Emily Y. Wu

Stuart talks to Emily Y. Wu, the co-founder of Ghost Island Media to talk about the podcasting scene in Taiwain,... more

04 May 2023 · 38 minutes
Introducing The Limelight, a Castos Original Series (plus a preview for our next episode.)

Introudcing The Limelight, a new Castos Original series.    The Limelight is a short form audio and video series that talks to... more

27 Apr 2023 · 3 minutes
Hearing the Past with Tricia Vita

Stuart chats with Tricia Vita, from the Coney Island History podcast, about how an oral history archive was converted into... more

20 Apr 2023 · 45 minutes
More Than a Hobby at The Place to Be

Today Stuart talks to Eric and Adam from The Place to Be, a Seinfeld Podcast. There are plenty of fan-made... more

13 Apr 2023 · 45 minutes
Documenting Culture with Andi Murphy

Today, Stuart and Andi Murphy chat about her award-winning podcast, Toasted Sister. Andi Murphy is Navajo from Crownpoint, N.M., and... more

06 Apr 2023 · 40 minutes
Re-Air: Owning and Earning a Platform with Sangeeta Pillai

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart is talking with Sangeeta Pillai from the award-winning Masala Podcast about what it is... more

30 Mar 2023 · 28 minutes
Stories to be Lived with Clem Snide [Explicit]

Everyone deserves a song.  Today, Stuart chats with Eef Barzelay, the lead singer of indie rock band Clem Snide, about his... more

23 Mar 2023 · 45 minutes
A Brighter Future with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas

On this episode of Audience, Stuart talks with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas of the What Could Go Right?, a... more

16 Mar 2023 · 40 minutes
Weaving the Endless Thread with Ben Brock Johnson and Amory Sivertson

On this episode of Audience, Stuart chats with Ben Brock Johnson and Amory Sivertson from the acclaimed podcast, Endless Thread. It... more

09 Mar 2023 · 40 minutes
Art and Vox Pop with Tamar Avishai

Stuart and Tamar go inside her critically acclaimed podcast, The Lonely Palette. The Lonely Palatte started its wonderful journey in... more

02 Mar 2023 · 55 minutes
Season 2 Trailer

Audience is an original series by Castos. At it’s core, it’s a podcast about podcasting. The team here at Castos... more

23 Feb 2023 · 2 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Design Matters with Debbie Millman

Since Audience is between seasons, we’re offering up a great episode from our 3 Clips archives. Today’s episode features an... more

09 Feb 2023 · 54 minutes
2022 Wrap-Up

Today on Audience, Stuart and Matt talk about 2022 and the future of podcasting. There was a lot of news... more

29 Dec 2022 · 31 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Smithsonian's Sidedoor

On this episode of the Audience podcast, we’re going back into our archives for another episode of 3 Clips. This... more

22 Dec 2022 · 41 minutes
World Building with Jonathan Goldberg

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart chats with award-winning playwright Jonathan Goldberg about how he builds a world... more

15 Dec 2022 · 40 minutes
Creating Complex Characters with Jenny Turner Hall and Florencia Lozano

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart chats with Jenny Turner Hall and Florencia Lozano about how they created... more

08 Dec 2022 · 45 minutes
Changing a Show with Sam Sethi

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt chats with Sam Sethi about what he’s been up to and about... more

01 Dec 2022 · 30 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Dirt Cheap: Serious Goofballs (ft. Amanda Meadows and Geoffrey Golden)

As always, we’re working really hard on new episodes of Audience. In the meantime, we're going to take a trip... more

24 Nov 2022 · 43 minutes
Hearing Pictures with Allen Clark

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart chats with photographer Allen Clark about photography, his journey as an artist... more

17 Nov 2022 · 46 minutes
Immersive Storytelling with Morgan Givens

In this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart talks with Morgan Givens about how he uses field recordings and immersive... more

10 Nov 2022 · 47 minutes
The Joy of Collaboration with Wil Williams

Introduction: On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart talks with Wil Williams of Hug House Productions. Together they chat about... more

03 Nov 2022 · 49 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Darknet Diaries

As work on new episodes continues, we're going to take a trip into our archives this week and listen in... more

27 Oct 2022 · 34 minutes
Think Globally, Pod Locally with Angela Hollowell

Introduction: On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart talks with Angela Hollowell from Ang H Studios based out of Durham,... more

20 Oct 2022 · 34 minutes
Blending Art and Utility with Bruce Wawrzyniak

Introduction: How do you monetize without alienating your audience? What is the right mindset when going into a podcast?  On this episode... more

13 Oct 2022 · 37 minutes
The Editor's View with Stephanie Fuccio

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt chats with Stephanie Fuccio, a multi-passionate creative who produces podcasts for herself... more

06 Oct 2022 · 32 minutes
Discussing September Headlines

Matt and Stuart catch up with some headlines from the audio space   If you have quesitons that you want answered on... more

29 Sep 2022 · 35 minutes
Re-Air: Creating an Audio Experience with Eric Nuzum

**Do you use stock media for your creative projects? Are you a creator who makes stock media for others to... more

22 Sep 2022 · 19 minutes
Owning and Earning a Platform with Sangeeta Pillai

Introduction: On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart is talking with Sangeeta Pillai from the award-winning Masala Podcast about what... more

15 Sep 2022 · 27 minutes
Writing for Audio with Megan Bagala

Introduction: On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart talks with Megan Bagala about what it means to write for audio.... more

08 Sep 2022 · 32 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Nice Try with Avery Trufelman

On this episode, we dive back into our archives and an old episode of 3 Clips. This episode aired on... more

01 Sep 2022 · 38 minutes
Centralized vs. Decentralized: The Space Between

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt and Stuart share their discussions with Juleyka Lantigua, Sam Sethi, and Skye... more

25 Aug 2022 · 40 minutes
Centralized vs Decentralized: Value 4 Value

In this episode of Audience, you’ll hear Part II of our “Centralized vs. Decentralized” series.  Matt and Stuart are joined... more

18 Aug 2022 · 43 minutes
Centralized vs Decentralized: The Case for Discoverability

As podcasters (and creators in general) look for ways to generate more interest in their work, the method of distribtuion... more

11 Aug 2022 · 38 minutes
Realism in Audio Fiction

Some of the best, most diverse, and talented audio creators alive make their living creating audio fiction. Shows like Welcome... more

04 Aug 2022 · 26 minutes
Discussing podcast industry headlines for July 2022

Stuart and Matt are back to discuss their top podcast industry news stories for the month of July.  Acast continues to... more

28 Jul 2022 · 28 minutes
Coping with (creative) loss

Matt interviews Dr. Sherry Walling about her new book, Touching Two Worlds: A Gudie for Finding Hope in the Landscape... more

21 Jul 2022 · 27 minutes
Grant Funding a Podcast with Danielle Desir Corbett

Funding a podcast can be tricky. Unless you’re one of the top-rated podcasts, ads typically won’t generate all that much... more

14 Jul 2022 · 23 minutes
3 Clips Re-Air: Bellwether

For this episode, we’ll go back into our Archives to listen to an episode of 3Clips. It features Sam Greenspan... more

07 Jul 2022 · 34 minutes
In the News: White Noise Podcasts, Spotify’s Proclamation and More

Stuart and Matt gather to discuss a few stories from the world of audio.   Pod Voices In light of the recent Supreme... more

30 Jun 2022 · 36 minutes
We Need Podcast Critics - with Keelin Peterson

Keelin Peterson runs the website Mentally a Magpie where she reviews podcasts. She joins Audience to discuss what she looks... more

23 Jun 2022 · 29 minutes
When Passion Meets Profession: How to fund a Project with Newt Schottelkotte

Newt Schottelkotte created their first audio drama in 2017 when they were only 15 years old. That led to the creation... more

16 Jun 2022 · 38 minutes
Camp Monsters (Re-Air)

For brands and companies, incorporating podcasting into their content marketing strategy probably seems like a no-brainer. But doing it well?... more

09 Jun 2022 · 47 minutes
Selling an audio book through a podcast

Matt and Jonathan get back together to give us an update on their “build in public” subscription podcast experiment. In... more

02 Jun 2022 · 12 minutes
From the Road to the Studio

In his decades-long relationship with audio, Marcus dePaula has been a musician, a live audio engineer touring with bands and... more

26 May 2022 · 31 minutes
Facebook quits while podcast listenership on the rise

Stuart and Matt are back with some of the most impactful headlines in the podcasting space. Listen for a breakdown... more

19 May 2022 · 29 minutes
Niche Podcasting and Learning to Love (work) Again

Ijeoma Ekeocha was over her job. A series of microaggressions and just blatant racism convinced Ijeoma, a talented Pharmacist and... more

12 May 2022 · 25 minutes
Making a Living (3Clips)

On this episode of the Audience podcast, we’re diving into the archives to show you an older but important episode... more

05 May 2022 · 50 minutes
Formatting for a niche podcast

“No one ever says that we should stop publishing books.” is the thought that popped into Stuart’s head while he... more

28 Apr 2022 · 25 minutes
You (Probably) Need a Producer w/ Alex Lewis

What does a producer actually do anyway? Well, it varies from one project to the next but the best podcasts... more

21 Apr 2022 · 31 minutes
Building a subscription podcast in public w/ Jonathan Jones

Are you curious about subscription podcasting? Do you know what a private podcast is? Are you scared about jumping into... more

14 Apr 2022 · 17 minutes
Starting a paid members-only podcast w/ Joe Casabona

Joe Casabona joins the Audience podcast today to talk about his journey as a podcast creator. Joe produces a mix... more

07 Apr 2022 · 28 minutes
Planning and Producing a Great Interview Show

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt and Stuart talk about what it takes (behind the scenes) to make... more

31 Mar 2022 · 37 minutes
Steal this podcast listener survey!

Today I'm hoping you can share in the improvement of the Audience podcast by taking part in our survey. Head... more

24 Mar 2022 · 2 minutes
Creating an audio experience w/ Eric Nuzum

Technology is only good if it solves a problem. In the case of podcasting it definitely does solve problems. It’s... more

17 Mar 2022 · 22 minutes
Create your own subscription podcast w/ Stripe and Castos

Today I’d like to talk about creating your own subscription podcast without the middle man taking a cut of your... more

03 Mar 2022 · 9 minutes
Researching & Producing a narrated podcast with Paulina Salmas

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt interviews Paulina Salmas from An Eyesore and a Plague podcast. Paulina talks... more

24 Feb 2022 · 28 minutes
6 Ways to be a better podcast guest

Chances are, if you're listening to this episode, you produce a podcast. There's a 90% chance that podcast is an... more

17 Feb 2022 · 5 minutes
Bob Ross: Finding inspiration from Different Mediums

What can a soft-spoken painter teach us about podcasting? In this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart talks about what we... more

10 Feb 2022 · 20 minutes
Podcast 2.0 app Fountain.fm with Oscar Merry

Is Bitcoin an option for podcasters? What should you be doing right now when it comes to monetizing your podcast? On... more

03 Feb 2022 · 36 minutes
3 Clips Season 2: How to start a war

Do you know how WWII started? How do you incorporate narrative elements into a nonfiction podcast? In what ways can... more

27 Jan 2022 · 40 minutes
How to hit the podcast reset button

Do you have more than one podcast? Have you been reconsidering your podcast goals? How do you continue to innovate... more

20 Jan 2022 · 20 minutes
Jonathan Jones: From public speaker to podcaster

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt talks with Jonathan Jones from the Your Podcast Mentor Show. Today they’re... more

13 Jan 2022 · 34 minutes
Less is more: How long should an episode be?

How long should a podcast episode be? Do longer episodes have more useful content than shorter ones? Do short episodes... more

06 Jan 2022 · 17 minutes
2022 Podcast Predictions

What is podcasting going to be like in 2022? What are your predictions for next year? What are your hopes... more

30 Dec 2021 · 9 minutes
30 Days to launch a podcast

Are you up for a challenge? How about launching a podcast in 30 days? Today, Matt talks about what it... more

23 Dec 2021 · 7 minutes
There's 92 Podcast Marketing Tips After This

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt talks about his latest Twitter challenge and how it led to Lauren... more

16 Dec 2021 · 11 minutes
Simplify Your Sound Design, Without Sacrificing on Quality

To state the obvious, Podcasting is an audio medium so how it sounds is crucial. But sometimes sound design can... more

09 Dec 2021 · 16 minutes
I listened to 3 hours of Tim Ferris so you wouldn't have to

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt talks about a 3-hour episode of Tim Ferriss’ podcast, where he and... more

02 Dec 2021 · 12 minutes
When to use a "Trailer Episode" and when to use an "Episode 0"

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt and Stuart talk about the differences and the importance of having a... more

25 Nov 2021 · 25 minutes
Gary Arndt on winning with short form podcasts + TikTok

What is a travel photographer to do when the entire world shuts down? Turn to podcasting and TikTok, of course.... more

18 Nov 2021 · 33 minutes
Data Doesn't Have to Be Scary w/ Alexandra Mannerings

Podcasting can be a really great medium for breaking down long-held ideas about a certain topic.  On this episode, Sam is... more

11 Nov 2021 · 36 minutes
Automations Engine and ConvertKit Integration

Castos’ private podcast automation makes it easier to make changes to subscriptions, engage with your audience, and make sure your... more

04 Nov 2021 · 19 minutes
Let's put on a show

Why do I want to start a podcast? What should my podcast be about? What do I want to get... more

29 Oct 2021 · 19 minutes
Craft Beer & Conversation: The Perfect Recipe for A Podcast w/ Joseph Bennecke

Today on the Audience podcast, Sam Chlebowski brings you the latest episode of the Castos Creator’s Spotlight series. In this... more

21 Oct 2021 · 35 minutes
Ushering in a community for your podcast w/ Arielle Nissenblatt

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt talks with Arielle Nissenblatt about building a community around your podcast. There... more

14 Oct 2021 · 30 minutes
Nathan Gathright of Steno.fm

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt talks with podcast veteran Nathan Gathright about his latest venture: Steno.FM. The... more

07 Oct 2021 · 28 minutes
Behind The Scenes Of A Brand Redesign

In this episode Craig takes you behind the scenes with 3 Castos team members as we describe the process of... more

30 Sep 2021 · 42 minutes
Thriving On Twitter with Bridget Willard

There aren't many more well-understood growth channels for a brand's audience than social media. But like a lot of things... more

23 Sep 2021 · 28 minutes
Podcasting with Friends

On this episode of the Audience podcast, Stuart talks about a different type of podcast. While most of the Audience... more

16 Sep 2021 · 14 minutes
Starting a Conversation and Engaging Your Community with Chris Desmond

On this week’s episode of the Creator’s Spotlight series, Sam talks with Chris Desmond about how to start a conversation... more

07 Sep 2021 · 41 minutes
10 Ways to save time as a busy podcaster

Today’s episode is all about saving time as a podcaster, especially a solo podcaster.  Running a podcast resembles running a small... more

02 Sep 2021 · 17 minutes
Podcast 2.0 apps + your new call to action

Today’s episode is all about new podcast apps + podcast 2.0.  It’s a big topic, and a bleeding edge one for... more

26 Aug 2021 · 10 minutes
Thoughts on using video to grow your podcast

In the last episode we talked about Tom Webster's approach to using YouTube for growing your podcast. A quick recap of... more

18 Aug 2021 · 6 minutes
Growing through word of mouth

Matt is back from vacation. On this episode of the Audience podcast, he tackles the subject of growing an audience... more

10 Aug 2021 · 18 minutes
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On this episode of the Audience podcast, Matt talks with podcast veteran Nathan Gathright about his latest venture: Steno.FM. The podcast 2.0... more