The Nathan Barry Show The New Way To Grow a Podcast in 2026 | 112
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Jan 22, 2026 
Chris Hutchins, creator and host of the All The Hacks podcast, dives deep into the art of podcast growth. He shares how to leverage deep expertise and innovative networking to maximize reach. Chris discusses the power of guesting on other shows and crafting value-driven pitches. He reveals strategies like post-roll ads and calculating listener lifetime value to enhance monetization, while also addressing smart ways to promote podcasts everywhere. Plus, he throws in savvy travel and finance hacks that will elevate your next adventure!
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Corner-Scroll Networking Tactic
- Chris scrolled an attendee list at a conference and forced himself to start conversations by matching faces to names.
- He used a 'leaving energy' move to end conversations first and stand out to busy people.
Win Connections By Adding Odd Value
- A friend befriended a speaker's wife at a conference and offered to tour the city, which led to a four-hour connection with the speaker and lasting friendship.
- Adding non-obvious value outside your domain unlocks high-leverage relationships.
Go Deep To Become The Go-To Expert
- Deep specialization on one niche makes you the go-to expert and accelerates relationships.
- Teaching others what you learn compounds your knowledge and network rapidly.
