You’ve niched down (at least, you think you have). You’ve defined your ideal listener, picked a category, maybe even reworked your show description and cover art (twice). But deep down, you’re wondering… have I niched down too far? Or not far enough?

In this Fix My Pod session, I help Anthony uncover the subtle red flags that were keeping listeners from hitting play on his content, and show you how to spot (and fix) the same signs in your own podcast so it’s impossible for your dream listeners to scroll past.

So if you’ve ever wondered whether your podcast is “specific enough” to stand out (and secretly worried that it’s not), hit play and let’s dive in.

0:43 – 3 Telltale Signs Your Audience Is Too Broad to Grow

2:51 – The #1 Reason Listeners Don’t Think Your Show Is for Them

6:17 – The Secret to Making Your Show Feel Like It’s Made for Your Dream Listeners

11:02 – How to Nail Your Niche WITHOUT Limiting Your Reach (or Boxing Yourself In)

16:48 – How to Make Your Podcast Impossible to Scroll Past

Other Episodes You’ll Love:

• Why Your Podcast Isn’t Getting Found (and How to Fix It)
• The Dark Side of Video Podcasting (And Why Many Podcasters Regret It)

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Hot topics get clicks. But what about the episodes you want to record, even if they’re not “trendy” or SEO-friendly? It's a smart question, and it begs an even bigger one: how do you make every episode sound like a must-listen so listeners can’t help but hit play, no matter what you’re talking about?

In this episode, I’m answering both and showing you how to strike the right balance between trending topics and thought leadership content that sets your show apart—and how to package those less “obvious” topics so listeners instantly see why those episodes are worth their time, too.

I’m breaking it all down in a simple framework you can steal right now so you can create a podcast you’re genuinely proud of (and never bored recording). So if you want every episode to earn its spot in your feed and get more listeners hitting play—hot topic or not—hit play and let’s dive in.

2:15 – Why Listeners Often Skip the Episodes You Care About Most

5:42 – How to Turn “Non-Trendy” Topics Into Must-Listen Episodes

7:58 – The Brain Cues that Drive Listeners to Hit Play

9:10 – The 3-Part Content Formula That Attracts Clicks and Builds Authority

13:48 – Why This Episode Mix Builds Loyalty and Long-Term Podcast Growth

Other Episodes You’ll Love:

• 3 Ways to Hook Your Listener Before They Ever Hit Play

→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U

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Think your podcast doesn’t need to solve a problem? In this episode, fellow podcast host and wine educator Kristi Mayfield shares how uncovering the problems her listeners cared about turned her “just for fun” show into a Top 100 podcast that’s now positioned to drive real revenue—and how you can do the same.

We’re breaking down how to find the problems your show solves, why they don’t have to be deep or life-changing to hook listeners, and why this one thing matters more than your audio quality, episode length, or even your guest lineup.

So if you want your podcast to stop being an expensive hobby and start positioning you for paid speaking gigs, clients, and revenue, hit play and let’s dive in.

0:45 – How to Stop New Listeners from Scrolling Past Your Show

2:08 – What “Solving a Problem” Means for Every Podcast (Yes, Even Entertainment and Community-Based Shows)

4:46 – The Fastest Way to Find the Problems That'll Make Your Listeners Hit Play

10:33 – Why Solving Small, Relatable Struggles Makes Your Podcast Instantly Addictive

15:00 – How to Frame Problems So Listeners Feel Seen (and Stick Around)

20:06 – How Clarifying Listener Problems Helped Kristi’s Podcast Break the Top 15

Episode Links:

• Check out Kristi’s podcast: Everyday Sommelier
• Connect with Kristi: Website | LinkedIn

Other Episodes You’ll Love:

• The Secret to a Podcast People Can’t Stop Talking About

→ This episode was recorded on the Deity VO-7U

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