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Launch Your Private Podcast

Launch Your Private Podcast

Written by: Lindsay and Nora Co-founders of Hello Audio
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Are you a creator, solopreneur, coach, or consultant who's ready to take your digital offerings to the next level? Looking for a fresh, exciting, and personal way to connect with your audience and deliver your content? It's time to tune in to "Launch Your Private Podcast," the podcast all about the power of private podcasting.

Co-hosted by Lindsay and Nora, the founders of Hello Audio, this podcast is your inspiring and practical guide to creating, launching, and growing your own private podcast. With our focus on making private podcasting easy and accessible, you'll discover the immense potential of private podcasting for delivering your programs, boosting your marketing, enhancing team communication, and even personal growth.

Each week, we dive deep into the world of private podcasting, with a mix of expert advice, actionable strategies, case studies from successful users, and breakdowns of the latest tools and technologies. We'll debunk myths and help you avoid common mistakes so you can harness the benefits of private podcasting.

Whether you're just starting your journey into private podcasting, or you're looking to optimize your existing private podcast, "Launch Your Private Podcast" is your go-to resource. Join us and the rest of the Hello Audio community as we revolutionize digital content delivery, one private podcast at a time.© 2026 Hello Audio All Rights Reserved.
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Episodes
  • 146: Brenna McGowan Pioneers Purpose-Driven Audio Summits with Private Podcasts
    Jul 15 2026

    In this episode, we explore how launch strategist Brenna McGowan has created a unique audio summit called "Behind the Launch" that serves multiple purposes: generating leads, warming up prospects, and supporting a meaningful cause. Discover how she uses Voxer for asynchronous interviews, structures her summit as a pre-launch strategy, and leverages private podcasting to create anticipation marketing that drives consistent program enrollment.


    Topics Covered

    • Creating audio summits using asynchronous Voxer interviews
    • Transitioning from MP3 files on web pages to private podcasting
    • Using events for lead generation and audience warming
    • Anticipation marketing and strategic content restraint
    • Donating proceeds to Learning Ally nonprofit
    • Pre-launch strategy versus traditional launch tactics
    • Building affiliate-friendly launch assets


    Links Mentioned

    • Website: https://brennamcgowan.co/
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brennamcgowanco/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/behindthelaunchwithbrennamcgowan

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    50 mins
  • 145: Michelle Pontvert's Low-Lift Audio Event: How She Grew Her List and Re-engaged 924 People in 34 Hours
    Jul 8 2026

    In this episode, we explore Michelle Pontvert's approach to hosting online events using private podcasts. Discover how this "easy events enthusiast" created a 33-contributor audio event in just 34 hours, achieved an 872-person listen-through rate, and saw a 40% uptick in overall business sales. Learn why Michelle chose audio over traditional summit formats and how she designed an experience that benefits hosts, collaborators, and listeners equally.


    Topics Covered

    • Why audio-only events create better experiences for all parties
    • The 34-hour event creation process from pitch to launch
    • Outreach strategies that resulted in 33 out of 42 people saying yes
    • Using 30-60 day access periods instead of traditional 24-hour urgency
    • Re-engagement strategies for existing email subscribers
    • Native integrations between Thrive Cart, Kit, and Hello Audio
    • Follow-up email sequences to maintain engagement over extended periods


    Links Mentioned

    • Website: http://www.michellepontvert.com
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michellepontvert
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.pontvert
    • www.michellepontvert.com/event-debrief

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    38 mins
  • 144: Expert Roundup: Using Private Podcasts for Summits, Events, and Bundles
    Jul 1 2026

    In this special roundup episode, we explore how successful event creators are using private podcasts to enhance their summits, bundles, and live events. You'll hear from Claire Paniccia, Elizabeth Goddard, and Erin Kelly as they share proven strategies for structuring feeds, driving engagement, and creating more accessible experiences that convert before, during, and after their events.


    Featured Guests

    • Claire Paniccia - Business coach for neurodivergent entrepreneurs, creator of Annual Neurodiverse Entrepreneur Summit
    • Elizabeth Goddard - Multi-offer online business strategist
    • Erin Kelly - CEO and Co-founder of Member Vaul


    Topics Covered

    • Feed structure and content organization for events
    • Marketing tactics to drive podcast subscriptions
    • Accessibility benefits for neurodivergent audiences
    • Affiliate strategies for event promotion
    • Integration with course platforms and embedded players
    • Future plans for audio-first event experiences


    More From the Featured Guests


    Claire Paniccia is a business coach for neurodivergent online entrepreneurs and creator of the Annual Neurodiverse Entrepreneur Summit, focused on making business content accessible for those who don't fit traditional molds.

    • Website: https://neurodiverseentrepreneursummit.com


    Elizabeth Goddard is a multi-offer online business strategist and course creator who hosts virtual summits and digital product bundles, pioneering the use of free private podcast feeds for all summit attendees.

    • Website: https://www.elizabethgoddard.co.uk


    Erin Kelly is the CEO and Co-founder of Member Vault, a course and membership platform. She has successfully run multiple audio summits using private podcasts for list growth, affiliate rewards, and enhanced content consumption.

    • Website: https://membervault.co/

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    25 mins
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