#173 The New Age of Podcasting and Artificial Intelligence with Mark Savant

Ever thought how a simple microphone and your voice can turn you into a networking powerhouse? That's what we explore in our enlightening conversation with Mark Savant, a podcasting maverick whose forte lies in helping thought leaders establish their podcasts. Podcasting, as Mark elucidates, is a game-changer - a tool that's not just expanding the horizons of mainstream media but also challenging the dominance of social media's blink-and-miss content style. For anyone with a compelling narrative, podcasting is a platform that favors the bold, the authentic, and those willing to go beyond the traditional 15-second soundbite.

In our deep-dive, we also unlock the potential of AI in podcasting. Picture this - a solo episode, powered by AI, that cuts through the noise, offering sharp insights to entrepreneurs and saving them valuable time. Mark and I, delve into the versatility of AI in podcasting, discussing applications like Chat GPT for scripting, cutting-edge video editing software, and audio-to-text conversion tools. And if you're wondering about the intricacies of starting a podcast, Mark’s advice is to start simple - all you need is a laptop or a mobile phone.

Finally, we steer towards the art of turning your podcast into a profitable venture. Mark's journey of networking with thought leaders like James Altucher is a testament to the enormous potential of podcasting as a platform for building relationships and generating value. We discuss the nuances of using podcasting as a genuine value-creation tool, not just a sales funnel. The secret of monetizing a podcast, as Mark explains, lies in offering high value, attracting sponsorships, and focusing on packaging the whole experience, not just the downloads.

You can listen to Mark's podcast here:

https://urlgeni.us/applepodcast/AfterHoursEntrepreneur

Check Mark's Website:

https://marksavantmedia.com/