In this final episode of the series, hosts Cheryl and Thomas celebrate the success of d/Deaf and disabled podcasters around the world. They reflect on the journey from discussing the importance of including d/Deaf and disabled voices in podcasting to sharing practical tips on recording, editing, and branding. Very special thanks to all of our podcasters for sharing their time and expertise!

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In this episode of "POD Access," hosts Thomas and Cheryl dive into the financial aspects of podcasting. They explore various motivations behind podcasting, from sharing ideas and branding oneself as an expert to the dream of making podcasting a full-time job.

Takeaways:

• Financial costs of podcasting

• Statistics and analytics

• Funding options

Featured Podcasters:

• Ajani AJ Murray- "Acting Up With AJ and Crew"

• Keith Jones - "Black Disabled Men Talk"

• Maxwell Joy Moore- "Power Not Pity"

• Maya Chupkov- "Proud Stutter Podcast"

• Qudsiya Naqui- "Down to the Struts"

• Rebecca Vallas- "Off-Kilter Podcast"

What are you doing to make podcasting financially sustainable? Share in the comments!

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In this episode, the hosts Cheryl and Thomas dive into the world of promo sharing and cross promotions.

Takeaways:

• What is a promo?

• Promo ingredients

• Why cross-promote?

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Transcript and show notes: https://PodAccess.net/pod-access-podcast/

In this episode, hosts Thomas and Cheryl welcome back Sofia Webster to discuss the importance of having a clear brand strategy before diving into social media.

Takeaways:

• Consistency in branding across all platforms, including websites and social media

• Personal vs. podcast presence

• Platforms, templates, and aesthetics

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Transcript and show notes: https://PodAccess.net/pod-access-podcast/

In this episode of POD Access, hosts Thomas and Cheryl dive into the world of branding with special guest Sofia Webster, Lead Consultant of Content Marketing and Strategy at LaVant Consulting, Inc.

Takeaways:

• Branding as a lighthouse

• Benefits of branding

• Developing your podcast's identity

Tune in to this insightful episode to learn how to make your podcast stand out with effective branding strategies!

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• Website: PodAccess.net

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Transcript and show notes: https://PodAccess.net/pod-access-podcast/

Season: 01 Episode: 06

In this episode, hosts Thomas and Cheryl dive into the crucial topic of podcast hosting. Some how they relate delivering newspapers to the convenience of podcast subscriptions.

Takeaways:

• What is a hosting service?

• Features to consider

• Deciding on the best host

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Transcript and show notes: https://PodAccess.net/pod-access-podcast/

Season: 01 Episode: 05

In this episode, hosts Cheryl and Thomas dive into the world of podcast editing. They start with a humorous exchange about recording and reordering, setting a lighthearted tone for the episode. Advantages of editing:

• Clean up mistakes

• Remove unwanted background noise

• Craft a more concise and engaging story

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• Website: PodAccess.net

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Transcript and show notes: https://PodAccess.net/pod-access-podcast/

In this episode, hosts Thomas and Cheryl dive into the importance of being familiar with the tools we use, especially for d/Deaf and disabled podcasters. They share a humorous anecdote and discuss the lessons learned from that experience. Takeaways:

• Preparation is key

• Become familiar with the tools

• Accessibility is a significant part of the process

Connect with Pod Access:

• Instagram: @ThePodAccess

• Website: PodAccess.net

• POD Access: on Substack

Transcript and show notes: https://PodAccess.net/pod-access-podcast/