050 - How to have a successful vegan podcast (with special guests Katrina Fox, Jim Moore & Hayley Akins)
Oct 20, 2021
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Join seasoned podcasters Katrina Fox, Jim Moore, and Hayley Akins as they share their invaluable insights into the world of vegan podcasting. They discuss how to start your own podcast without fancy equipment, the importance of content over perfection, and how to effectively engage guests. The trio emphasizes the power of community and storytelling in navigating the vegan space, while also exploring monetization strategies and audience engagement tips. This is a treasure trove for anyone looking to make their mark in vegan podcasting!
Building a clear mission for your podcast helps maintain motivation and ensures content remains valuable for your audience.
Networking and collaborating with other podcasters can significantly enhance visibility and foster a supportive vegan community.
Utilizing story-driven content in podcasting serves as a powerful tool for activism, promoting veganism and social justice effectively.
Deep dives
The Journey to 50 Episodes
Reaching the milestone of 50 episodes highlights the dedication and effort put into creating the podcast. Initially, there were uncertainties about whether the podcast could sustain weekly content and maintain listener interest over an extended period. The hosts celebrated this achievement by engaging with the audience, asking them what they wanted to learn more about in this special episode. This interaction emphasized their commitment to community and the desire to provide meaningful content for vegan business owners.
Insights from Vegan Podcasting Legends
The episode featured discussions with three notable guests who shared their experiences and insights about podcasting. Katrina Fox, Jim Moore, and Hayley Aikins each brought unique perspectives on starting and maintaining successful podcasts in the vegan niche. They explored topics like finding guests, effective formats, and how to use podcasts as a tool to enhance their respective businesses. Their collective wisdom offered valuable advice, particularly for aspiring podcasters looking to engage their audiences effectively.
The Power of Community and Networking
Building a supportive community around vegan businesses and podcasts was a recurring theme throughout the episode. The hosts and guests shared how networking with other podcasters and vegan professionals can lead to collaborations that enhance visibility and grow audiences. They emphasized that asking for support from friends, family, and community members can significantly amplify reach. This approach not only fosters stronger connections within the vegan community but also creates opportunities for guests to join their shows, enriching the content.
Finding Your Podcast's Purpose
The guests discussed the importance of identifying the problem their podcasts aim to solve for specific audiences. Each host emphasized that having a clear mission is crucial for maintaining motivation and direction. Whether providing information about veganism, business strategies, or creative design, understanding the audience's needs guides content creation. This focused approach ensures that the podcast remains relevant and valuable to listeners, ultimately helping to build a loyal following.
Tips for Engaging Podcast Growth
To grow their podcast audiences, the hosts shared practical tips such as leveraging guest platforms and engaging in social media marketing. They highlighted the significance of cross-promoting episodes and collaborating with guests who have established followings. This mutual promotion can facilitate discovery by new listeners, enhancing the chances of subscriber growth. Additionally, they suggested utilizing analytics tools and feedback from listeners to refine content and marketing approaches.
Activism Through Podcasting
The discussion underscored how podcasting serves as a form of activism, promoting veganism and social justice through storytelling and education. Each host expressed their commitment to using their platforms to highlight important issues related to veganism and responsible business practices. By sharing inspiring stories and challenges, they strive to engage listeners in conversations surrounding the ethical implications of veganism. This commitment helps foster a stronger community dedicated to making impactful changes, both personally and collectively.
How to start and run your own vegan podcast. Join us for this special celebratory show as we reach episode 50! To celebrate, we are joined by three vegan podcasting legends to get their advice, stories and tips on how to run your own successful podcast.
Each of our guests have over 100 podcast episodes under their belt and you will learn: Why you or your business should have your own podcast; How to start, and if you need expensive equipment and software; How to find high-quality people to interview; How to use your website to pre-qualify your guests; How to keep your motivation going and your quality of content high; Using your podcast to find more customers and develop a relationship with potential clients; Where to promote your podcast to pick up more listeners and how to use your podcasting to further the vegan agenda, even if you're not leading with a vegan message on your show.
Our three guests are:
Katrina Fox - Journalist, author, animal activist and host of the Vegan Business Talk Podcast and the VIVAS - Conversations with Vegan Women Leaders Podcast.
Jim Moore - Host of the Bloody Vegans Podcast and podcast mentor and editor.
Hayley Akins - Vegan motion designer, mentor and host of the Motion Hatch Podcast.
And as always, hosted by our own David Pannell - Co-Founder of Vegan Business Tribe, host of The Vegan Business Tribe Podcast and vegan business advocate.
About Vegan Business Tribe
Hosted by Vegan Business Tribe co-founder, David Pannell. Lisa & David have worked with some of the largest high-street brands and food manufacturers to help them understand and connect with the vegan marketplace. David is also the official UK agent for The Vegan Society's Vegan Trademark and Lisa writes the monthly business column in Vegan Food & Living - the biggest vegan print publication in the UK.
Vegan Business Tribe is where they give back with weekly content, seminars, business clinics, networking events, mentoring and online courses to help you create a successful vegan business. If you want to go beyond the podcast and connect with our community of like-minded vegan entrepreneurs or get support from Lisa & David, then head over to www.veganbusinesstribe.com where you will be welcomed with open arms!
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