Episode Details

One of the most overlooked podcast marketing strategies takes less than 15 minutes a week and uses content you’re already creating to reach entirely new listeners: newsletter swaps.

Lauren Passell of Tink Media is back to break down this little-known organic strategy independent podcasters are using to grow without spending hours chasing guest spots, creating endless short-form videos, or pouring money into ads. If you’re ready for a podcast marketing strategy that gets you more reach without demanding more hours, hit play and let’s dive in.

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3:01 – Why Guesting and Social Media Don’t Deliver Long-Term Growth

7:12 – The Real Reason Newsletter Swaps Work Even for Small Shows

12:34 – Why Your Own Email List Makes Every Swap More Valuable

19:57 – What to Offer Collaborators Even If You Think You Have Nothing to Give

23:41 – How to Tell If a Newsletter Swap Actually Worked

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Episode Links:

• Meet Lauren Passell: Website | LinkedIn
• Read Lauren’s Podcast The Newsletter
• Rephonic.com/graph

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