

Grow The Show
Kev Michael
Grow The Show is the podcast that grows YOUR podcast. Hosted by Kev Michael, a full-time podcaster since 2018 and growth coach to over 500 creators. Each episode delivers actionable strategies, real-world coaching, and expert interviews that help you build a bigger audience and turn your podcast into a powerful business asset. With millions of downloads and several million dollars in podcast-driven revenue under his belt, Kev brings the proven playbook for podcasters who are ready to go beyond the hobby and into growth. Subscribe now to learn how to grow your podcast — and make it work for you.
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Jul 23, 2024 • 11min
183 | The Email Hack That Led to a 2000% Increase in Podcast Downloads
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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A large email list or social media following means nothing if you don’t have the right strategy to back it up. After analyzing one client’s email content, host Kevin Chemidlin discovered how one simple change could significantly increase podcast downloads. In today’s episode, he shares this easy hack that led to a 20x increase in downloads and how to integrate it into your current email marketing strategy.
Don’t wait — find out how you can boost your podcast downloads with this game-changing hack!
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MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

Jul 16, 2024 • 27min
182 | The 4-Step Social Media Growth Strategy, with Katie Brinkley
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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Have you ramped up your social media efforts only to see minimal engagement? This is a common mistake podcasters make when trying to grow their show. In this episode, host Kevin Chemidlin talks to social media strategist Katie Brinkley about her simple and effective approach to using social media for podcast and business growth. She outlines a four-post strategy that will turn your social media into a powerful marketing tool and drive real results. That means spending less time posting, avoiding social media burnout, and focusing on meaningful engagement!
Tune in for tips on creating impactful content, reaching your target audience, and more!
Topics Discussed
How podcasters are using social media wrong
Why posting less can actually grow your audience
Creating content for and engaging with your target audience
Social media audit: how to optimize your bio
Katie’s four-post social media strategy
Tailoring content for different social media platforms
MORE FROM KATIE BRINKLEY:
Learn more about Katie Brinkley and her book, The Social Shift, on her website!
Want more tips? Download Katie’s FREE Instagram Guide!
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MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

Jul 9, 2024 • 15min
181 | How to Find Your Next Podcast Sponsor
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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In this episode, Kevin Chemidlin reveals the secrets to rapidly monetizing your podcast by attracting the right advertisers. Drawing from his extensive experience and success in the podcasting world, Kevin emphasizes the power of reverse engineering to identify potential sponsors. He introduces listeners to tools like Rephonic, which can help pinpoint podcasts with similar audiences, and shares strategies to approach companies already investing in podcast advertising. By the end of the episode, podcasters will have a clear roadmap to boost their revenue by securing the perfect advertisers.
Topics Discussed:
The importance of identifying the right podcast sponsors.
The distinction between "sponsors" and "advertisers" in the podcasting world.
The power of reverse engineering to achieve podcast success.
The significance of Rephonic and its graph tool in identifying potential advertisers.
Strategies to approach companies already familiar with podcast advertising.
The concept of "listeners also subscribed to" on Apple Podcasts.
The benefits of collaborating with similar podcasts to grow your audience.
The pitfalls of trying to figure things out from scratch versus building upon others' success.
The value of feedback: Engaging with your audience on platforms like YouTube.
The call to action: Encouraging listeners to leave reviews and share their experiences.
Resources:
Use the Rephonic graph to identify podcasts that share the same audience as yours and collaborate with those creators to grow your podcast audience.
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MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

Jul 2, 2024 • 48min
180 | The Art of Staying Niche and Reaching A Big Audience, with Brian Luebben
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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Establishing a lucrative business around your podcast and reaching financial freedom may sound like a fantasy, but podcasters like Brian Luebben have cracked the code to make it happen. In this episode, he joins host Kevin Chemidlin to reveal how he built a million-dollar business around his podcast, monetized his content, and grew his social media following — all while traveling the world. Brian shares his top strategies for turning a podcast into a profitable venture, including how he leverages social media, converts listeners into sales, and stays niche while reaching a large audience. Tune in to hear his tips for crafting a winning content strategy, getting started on YouTube, and more!
Topics Discussed
Building a backend business around a podcast
Brian’s proven content strategy
Creating niche content and increasing conversions
Brian’s effective podcast guesting strategy
The unique advantages of YouTube content
Brian’s unconventional sales and marketing strategy
Leveraging his podcast to build a high-performing team
Key lessons from top content creators
How to create content as a solopreneur
MORE FROM BRIAN LUEBBEN:
Connect with Brian on Instagram!
Listen to The Action Academy Game podcast!
Check out Brian’s book, From Passive To Passionate: How To Quit Your Job - Grow Your Wealth & Turn Your Passions Into Profits!
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MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

Jun 25, 2024 • 28min
179 | How to Get Listeners to Buy Your Stuff
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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If your listeners are not buying your products or services, it's likely because you are not making the right CTAs at the right time.
Let's fix that!
In this episode, Kevin will:
Make it clear how often you should CTA your stuff
Share what others have accomplished by making the right CTA
Provide a 4-step framework for writing great CTA copy
Walk through an example CTA, so you can hear the framework applied
MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Make Your Show Sound Professional with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

Jun 18, 2024 • 35min
178 | The Uncomfortable Secret to 1 Million Downloads Per Month, with David Shands
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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In this episode, 1-million-download-per-month podcaster David Shands discusses the art of growing an audience into the hundreds of thousands.
David shares his unique approach to interviewing, emphasizing the importance of creating friction and genuine conversation rather than sticking to a rigid question-answer format. He also highlights the necessity of truly understanding your audience, not just in demographics, but their individual needs, interests, and struggles.
This conversation is a goldmine for podcasters seeking to improve their interviewing skills and create content that truly resonates with their audience.
Tune in to learn more about David's strategies and how they can transform your podcasting journey.
TOPICS DISCUSSED:
The importance of creating friction in podcast conversations.
The necessity of being good at podcasting and how to improve.
The role of audience feedback in improving podcast quality.
The strategy of disagreeing with guests to create engaging content.
The significance of being genuinely interested and curious during interviews.
The value of being around people and building a community.
The power of focus in entrepreneurship.
The importance of setting and achieving goals before making major decisions like leaving a corporate job.
MORE FROM DAVID SHANDS:
Follow David on Instagram
Watch/Listen to Social Proof on Youtube, Apple, Spotify
MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

Jun 11, 2024 • 17min
177 | Why You're Setting The Wrong Type Of Podcast Goals
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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If you are serious about podcasting, chances are you have set big goals for yourself, like growing your listenership tenfold. This is a great goal, the problem with it is that every podcaster shares the same goal, and reaching it could feel like an uphill battle.
Setting result-based goals, especially lofty ones, is detrimental to the success of your show. This may sound counterintuitive, but hear us out!
On today’s episode, our host, Kevin Chemidlin, explains why setting result goals isn’t as effective as we think they are, and how action goals are the key to the success of your podcast. Kevin shares his story about how he lost 120 lbs by switching from result goals to action goals, and how he used the same concept in podcasting.
The success from action goals is astounding, and Kevin wants to help change your perspective on how to set goals so you can grow your show exponentially too.
Tune in to hear how you can reframe your goals for the new year!
Topics discussed in this episode:
Result goal vs. action goal
Celebrating wins along the way
Why action goals accelerate growth
The biggest pitfall when setting action goals
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MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

Jun 4, 2024 • 12min
176 | 3 Effortless Hacks to Drive Sales & Podcast Growth
Want to grow your podcast on YouTube? Apply to the Grow The Show YouTube Accelerator Beta Cohort, Launching July 14th 2025
Work with Kevin 1:1 to Install a Revenue-Driving Podcast Into Your Business
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Sometimes a few easy changes are all it takes to elevate your podcast and boost sales. In this episode, host Kevin Chemidlin shares three simple but powerful hacks podcasters can try right now to maximize reach, build trust, drive engagement and increase sales — no special skills or resources required. He walks through a quick client case study, highlighting how they increased podcast downloads, leveraged social media, and improved conversions. Tune in to find out how to apply these hacks and get results!
Topics Discussed
Hack #1: leveraging social media presence
Hack #2: using your podcast as a sales tool
Hack #3: optimizing email campaigns
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MORE FROM KEVIN:
Take the FREE 12 Days of Podcast Growth Email Course to get 12 days of podcast growth lessons in your inbox!
Watch the FREE Grow The Show Masterclass to learn Kevin's four steps to growing a thriving podcast business!
Connect with Kevin on Twitter, Instagram, or LinkedIn
Subscribe to Grow The Show on Youtube
LINKS TO OUR PARTNERS:
Learn More about working with Podcast Boutique
Grab Kevin's Recommended Mic on Amazon
Build a Podcast Website in 7 Minutes on Podpage

May 28, 2024 • 50min
175 | Grow Your Show Just Like A Top 100 Podcast, with Chris Jordan
Experienced producer Chris Jordan discusses debunking myths of top podcasts, strategic guesting, YouTube growth, data-driven decisions, and balancing quality and quantity with host Kevin Chemidlin.

May 21, 2024 • 13min
174 | You Might Be Confusing Your Audience (Here's How I Confused Mine)
Reflecting on the confusion of multiple offers, the speaker emphasizes the importance of simplifying offerings. From a single coaching program to two main offers, the focus is on engagement and commitment. With program structure changes and clear offerings, the podcast delves into enhancing audience understanding and podcast growth.