Podcast by Colin Gray and Jacob Anderson
Podcast by Colin Gray and Jacob Anderson
01 November 2024
In this episode of Creator Toolbox, Colin and Jacob dive into three main topics:
Colin's recent launch of the revamped Podcraft Academy 2.0, Jacob's insights on First Promoter's new features for affiliate marketing, and a deep dive into community platform options.
Colin shares his experience running a week-long email campaign for the Academy launch, including his approach to writing daily emails with video content and managing customer responses.
Jacob then explores First Promoter 2.0's improvements, particularly their new focus on discount codes for podcast/video creators and enhanced communication features.
The episode wraps up with an extensive discussion about community platforms, comparing options like Circle, Discord, Slack, and others, before concluding with a conversation about the importance of content creators reviewing their own work.
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Chapter List:
[00:00] Introduction and catch-up
[01:13] Discussing upcoming topics
[02:15] Academy 2.0 launch experience and email campaign strategy
[19:11] First Promoter 2.0 features and affiliate marketing trends
[29:19] Community platform comparison and engagement strategies
[41:21] Creator self-review practices and improvement techniques
[48:27] Outro and promotional codes
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31 October 2024
Rob Lawrence joins us to share his unique perspective on podcasting for coaches, drawing from his experience as both a certified coach and professional podcast producer. In this value-packed episode, we explore everything from overcoming mental blocks to practical setup advice for coaches looking to expand their reach through podcasting.
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18 October 2024
In this episode of The Creator Toolbox, we dive into a bunch of cool topics that every creator should be thinking about. First up, we talk about private podcasting and how it can be an awesome way to monetize your content and build a tight-knit community around your show. We then explore Ripple, a new tool designed by Brian Cassell, which combines private podcasting with community-building features—perfect for creators looking to offer exclusive content and interact more directly with their audience.
Next, we tackle the topic of affiliate marketing—is it dead? We debate how affiliate marketing has changed, the rise of massive conglomerates dominating search results, and the shift from blogging to influencer and podcast-driven affiliate deals. Spoiler: it's not dead, but it's definitely evolved. Lastly, we chat about community engagement and why it's key to not only getting feedback on your episodes but also improving your show over time. With tools like Ripple, you can make that process seamless and fun!
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00:00 - Intro
00:52 - Mangoes and Thailand (Jacob’s adventures)
02:00 - Private podcasting and monetization options
05:00 - Ripple
10:00 - Building communities around podcasts: Public vs. private
15:00 - Should we use Ripple for our show? The debate begins
18:10 - Is affiliate marketing dead? The evolution of the industry
24:00 - The impact of big media conglomerates on affiliate marketing
29:00 - How creators can still win with affiliate deals
31:00 - Engaging superfans with private content and low-production podcasts
35:00 - Community-driven content creation: A secret to better episodes
40:00 - Final thoughts
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07 October 2024
In this episode of The Creator Toolbox, we explore how to turn everyday moments into content gold, helping podcasters and creators build thriving channels.
We share real-world examples from top YouTubers like the Aquarium Co-Op and The Hoof GP.
Tune in to learn strategies for growing your audience, monetising "boring" niches, and boosting productivity with flexible co-working and AI tools.
This episode is perfect for content creators wanting to leverage everyday life for maximum impact.
⌚ Timestamps
00:00 - Intro
02:00 - Turning Everyday Moments into Content
04:20 - Examples of Successful Real-Life Content
09:30 - Monetising "Boring" Niches
13:45 - Productivity Tips for Creators
17:50 - Co-Working Spaces for Focus
26:15 - Productivity Hacks
35:00 - Using AI to Maximise Book Insights
45:10 - Final Thoughts
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24 September 2024
In this episode of The Creator Toolbox, we kick things off with Jacob's viral Northern Lights photography story. He shares how his stunning images went a bit loopy online and how he used Shopify to capitalise on print-on-demand sales.
Colin then breaks down his current video lighting setup, discussing the best ways to use softboxes, LED panels, and smart lights like Philips Hue to create professionally lit backgrounds and achieve a high-quality video feel.
We then get into the barbell strategy for video content creation, where we either go all-in with highly-produced content or keep it rough and ready to deliver quick, relevant videos.
This episode is perfect for podcasters and content creators who want practical advice on streamlining production, enhancing video aesthetics, and avoiding burnout.
We also highlight a Creator of the Week, David Larbi, and his podcast, "Mindful Moments," as a great example for solo podcasters looking to build a deep connection with their audience.
Timestamps:
00:00 – Intro
03:00 – Going Viral
07:45 – Monetizing Creative Work
12:00 – Professional Video Lighting
20:30 – Optimising Video Backgrounds
25:00 – Creator of the Week
29:50 – Barbell Content Strategy
35:30 – Boosting Productivity
45:00 – Creative Energy Management
47:00 – Outro and Call to Action
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11 September 2024
In this special episode of The Creator Toolbox, we dive into the craft of producing highly polished, montage or documentary content. That means one or more episodes with narration, clips from multiple interviews, music and FX, all aimed at creating a way-above-average listening and viewing experience.
We'll share our experience in creating a podcast series in this way, but it applies to multi-interview YouTube episodes just as well.
We cover everything from setting up interviews with expert podcasters to editing multiple voices into a cohesive narrative, unpacking the strategies behind our latest (20th!) season of PodCraft.
We’ll walk you through how we source high-quality guests, create seamless transitions with narration, and blend in the perfect soundtrack. Whether you’re a podcaster, YouTuber, or content creator, these tips will help you elevate your production skills and streamline your workflow.
Join us as we show you how to turn a series of interviews into a compelling season of audio storytelling.
Chapters
00:00: Introduction and Welcome
02:10: Switching the Format for Season 20 of PodCraft
05:05: Finding the Right Podcast Guests
09:12: Structuring the Interviews
14:05: Scheduling and Recording the Interviews
17:30: Editing and Organizing the Content
24:00: Narration and Music Integration
30:15: Creating Blog Posts for Episodes
34:12: Publishing and Promoting the Season
38:00: Closing Thoughts and Final Tips
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