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Cincinnati Podcast Studio Podcast
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Join Josh & Brian from the Cincinnati Podcast Studio as we talk about marketing and brand building for businesses, organizations, and thought leaders in the Greater Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area.
Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio.
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We Almost Killed Our Own Podcast. Here's the Audit We Ran Instead.
2w ago01:16:30Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment - https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitBook a Discovery Call - https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryWe Almost Killed Our Own Podcast. Here's the Audit We Ran Instead.Brian and Josh open up the Cincinnati Business Podcast -- their other show - and audit it live, on camera. A year and a half in, over a million content impressions, and they were still asking each other whether it was worth keeping. This is the full teardown: what was broken, what they're changing, and the three-part framework they use on client shows to make that call.In this episode:Why "is this worth it?" is the right question to ask about your podcast -- and why viewership is almost never the metric that answers itThe 3 P's audit framework: Positioning, Packaging, and PromotionWhy a podcast without a defined ICP is a networking hobby, not a business assetHow narrowing your guest list actually increases views instead of shrinking themWhy the host's job is to represent the audience in the room, not himselfThe "does this bring me joy?" filter for guest selection -- and why an obligation-driven show diesHow wardrobe, set design, and thumbnail direction are all positioning decisions, not aesthetic onesWhy YouTube Promotions is a shotgun when you need a rifle - and what to run insteadWhat it looks like to promote a podcast the way a media network would, not the way a creator does"Cold caking," typewriter thank-you notes, and building moments of delight into the guest experienceThe guest promotion handoff most shows get wrong -- and the simple fixTimecodes:00:38 Why we're auditing our own show in public01:49 V1: The "city name business podcast" play -- and why it drifted05:15 A million views and still asking "is this worth it?"07:03 V2: Narrowing the show to our actual ICP11:55 What finally started working: recognition and a revenue correlation17:14 Hobby podcast vs. business asset20:14 The 3 P's: Positioning, Packaging, Promotion21:22 Positioning: Who is this show actually for?31:00 Positioning: What do we want the show to do for the business?41:50 The "will this guest bring me joy?" filter44:18 Packaging: Visual identity, wardrobe, and show flow55:19 Promotion: Right content, right platform (the LinkedIn SSI)59:31 Blog posts, SEO, and sharing credibility with your guest1:00:29 Why YouTube Promotions was a mistake1:02:41 Thinking like a media network: billboards and paid placement1:06:04 "Cold caking" and creating moments of delight1:11:10 Making it easy for your guest to promote the episodeResources mentioned:- The Power of Moments by Chip & Dan Heath- LinkedIn Social Selling Index (SSI)Connect with us on LinkedIn:Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewisSubscribe and listen:Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcastYouTube: https://youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-podcast/id1811723379Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGuProduced by Cincinnati Podcast StudioYou were never hard to trust. You were just hard to find.Cincinnati Podcast Studio helps trusted business leaders show up on video every week - so the right clients find you before you ever have to chase them. You show up and talk. We can handle the rest.Book a discovery call: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryFollow the studio:YouTube: /@cincinnatipodcaststudioInstagram: /cincinnatipodcaststudioFacebook: /cincinnatipodcaststudioTikTok: /cincinnatipodcaststudioLinkedIn: /cincinnatipodcaststudio
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Building an Online Reputation: The 8 Steps From Invisible to the Obvious Choice
4w ago01:00:10Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment - https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitBook a Discovery Call - https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryBuilding an Online Reputation: The 8 Steps From Invisible to the Obvious ChoiceBrian and Josh break down the exact content sequence they've observed from people like Gary Vaynerchuk, Alex Hormozi, and Codie Sanchez -- the order to build a trusted personal brand if you're starting from zero, and why most people skip the step that actually matters first.In this episode:- Why "product before content" is the step almost everyone skips -- and how to document your process if you don't have a product yet- Why a video podcast works as the hub that fuels every other piece of content you make- How to turn one long-form conversation into a week's worth of short-form content instead of guessing what to post next- Why a newsletter converts better than social media -- you own the list, you don't own the platform- What has to be true before you build an online community (you need a team behind you, not just yourself)- The real difference between courses (a transformation tool) and webinars (a sales tool)- Why "share the knowledge, sell the implementation" lets you give away expertise without giving away the outcome- What a "shredder" is and why some of the biggest creators online have someone whose only job is turning their day into contentTimecodes:01:25 Step 1: Product before content07:03 Step 2: Start a video podcast20:50 Step 3: Short-form content from the podcast32:21 Step 4: Newsletter37:11 Step 5: Online community49:29 Step 6-7: Courses vs. webinars54:01 Step 8: The "shredder"Resources mentioned:Gary Vaynerchuk (Wine Library), Alex Hormozi (Acquisition.com, Gymshark/Gym Launch), Codie Sanchez, Caleb Ralston's six-hour YouTube videoConnect with us on LinkedIn:Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewisSubscribe and listen:Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast/id1811723379Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGuProduced by Cincinnati Podcast StudioYou were never hard to trust. You were just hard to find.Cincinnati Podcast Studio helps trusted business leaders show up on video every week -- so the right clients find you before you ever have to chase them. You show up and talk. We can handle the rest.Book a discovery call: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryFollow the studio:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cincinnatipodcaststudio
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How Financial Advisors, Banks & Credit Unions Can Use Video Podcasting — Compliance and All
Jun 2600:55:45Tap to summarizeHow Financial Advisors, Banks & Credit Unions Can Use Video Podcasting — Compliance and AllIf you market for a financial advisory firm, a bank, or a credit union, you already know the objections: compliance won't allow it, we'll overwhelm people on social, our advisors and leadership are too busy, we're not "cool" enough. In this episode, Josh and Brian take those objections one at a time and show why video podcasting is the most effective trust-building tool in financial services — and why compliance is a creative constraint, not a wall.What you'll learn:- Why compliance officers actually say no (it's narrower than you think) — and how to bring them in as a creative partner instead of a gatekeeper- How to make a video podcast the hub of your marketing instead of one more thing on your plate- The repurposing math: one studio session → a full episode + ~14 shorts + email newsletters + blogs- Why "I'll overwhelm my followers" is an outdated fear in an interest-based, algorithmic feed- How to pitch the vision to a busy advisor, CEO, or leadership team- Why "trustworthy" beats "cool" every time in financial content- Concrete show formats — from a high-net-worth advisory show to a basic-budgeting podcast to an internal CEO podcast — you can launch right nowChapters:0:00 — The trustworthy thing, not the cool thing0:31 — Who this episode is for: marketers in banking, finance & advisory1:00 — Objection #1: "Compliance makes this not worth it"4:00 — Compliance as a creative constraint (work with your compliance officer)6:15 — The real risk: looking stuffy, faceless, and inhuman8:42 — Where podcasting fits: start with trust, work backward13:40 — Make the podcast your marketing hub, not another task15:40 — The multiplication math: one hour = weeks of content23:00 — Objection #2: "I'll overwhelm people on social media"27:18 — More shots at the algorithm beat one perfect post28:25 — Getting buy-in: how to pitch advisors, CEOs, and leadership32:21 — Objection #3: "I'm not cool enough" (you don't need to be)33:25 — Trustworthy beats cool: what actually builds an audience38:06 — The "translator" co-host model for complex topics40:36 — Brainstorm: show formats for advisors and institutions47:26 — Game-show & lightning-round formats that create clips50:07 — Internal podcasts for large, growing organizations54:54 — No faceless companies — and how to startMentioned in this episode:Key & Peele's "anger translator" sketch:https://youtu.be/6OQAHcB72dg?si=2ZUPK8aJfC8R0_iuConnect with us on LinkedIn:Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewisSubscribe and listen:Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast/id1811723379Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGuProduced by the Cincinnati Podcast StudioYou're great at what you do. Your clients trust you. But online, you might still feel invisible. If you're a financial advisor, a business leader, or a marketer in Greater Cincinnati / Northern Kentucky who wants to scale trust and grow awareness through video podcasting, we'd love to talk.You show up and talk. We can handle the rest.Book a discovery call: cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discovery
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How to Pull Real Answers Out of Anyone on Camera
Jun 1001:23:44Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment :arrow_right: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitBook a Discovery Call :arrow_right: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryHow to Pull Real Answers Out of Anyone on CameraBrian Erickson and Josh Lewis break down everything that separates a flat podcast conversation from one people actually remember -- and it starts before you ever press record. This episode covers the full arc: how to interview your boss, your employees, outside experts, and what to do when you're the one in the hot seat.In this episode:- Find your angle before you research your guest -- knowing where you want to land lets you steer without a script- Send themes, not questions: guests who over-prepare give you rehearsed answers; the ones who don't give you the real conversation- Silence is a technique -- letting a pause stretch past the awkward point pulls out things guests didn't know they were going to say- Ask "What are you excited to talk about?" and "Is there anything off limits?" before the cameras roll -- these two questions unlock better content than any outline- When interviewing employees, use a specific story setup rather than a general question -- "Tell me about the time when..." lands where "What do you think about X?" doesn't- The best intro doesn't have to come at the top -- hyping your guest after 30 minutes of conversation can hit harder than a cold open- As a guest, restate the question before your answer: it creates self-contained clips, keeps your editor sane, and makes your moments stand on their ownTimecodes:00:35 - What type of conversation is your guest in? Practical, emotional, or social06:23 - Finding your angle and why to think about it before the research11:34 - How to use AI to curate your interview questions (not generate them)21:32 - The patience and emotional awareness that separates good interviewers from great ones24:31 - Why skipping pre-interview banter costs you the best 20% of the episode39:31 - The send-questions-ahead-of-time debate: themes vs. full outlines46:00 - How to interview your boss: t-up the SME so they sound like themselves53:51 - How to interview employees: psychological safety, specific story prompts, and the intro as armor01:02:38 - Interviewing outside experts: do the research, find the angle they haven't been asked before01:13:45 - The bonus section: how to be a good interviewee -- prep, point of view, and self-contained chunksResources mentioned:- Super Communicators by Dr. Charles Duhigg- CPS AI Prompt Guide: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com (Free Resources section)Connect with us on LinkedIn:Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewisSubscribe and listen:Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast/id1811723379Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGu
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Apple Podcasts Video, Google IO 2026, & Brandcast's BIG Reveal: Ask YouTube - What Every Business Podcaster Needs to Know
May 2800:44:02Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitBook a Discovery Call ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryApple Podcasts Video, Google Brandcast, and Ask YouTube - What Every Business Podcaster Needs to KnowApple, Google, and YouTube are all making the same bet -- and it's on video podcasting. Brian and Josh break down what the recent announcements from Google Brandcast, Apple Podcasts, and Google I/O actually mean for businesses creating video content, and why the window to get ahead is narrower than most people think.In this episode:- Apple Podcasts now streams video without requiring a download -- being early means getting organic visibility before the platform fills up- Google's own Brandcast data: people who watch an organic video about a brand are 13x more likely to search for it and 5x more likely to buy- "Ask YouTube" lets users chat with YouTube and surface specific video segments as answers -- which changes what "SEO" means for every video you publish- YouTube pays creators far better for long-form retention than volume, and recommends strong long-form content for years, not weeks- Connected TV is now YouTube's biggest watch-time platform -- someone putting your podcast on their TV is one of the highest-value attention signals you can get- Website clicks are declining as AI surfaces answers directly; video authority and topic clusters are how you show up in Gemini and Google results now- AI is moderating sensationalism in algorithms -- being genuinely knowledgeable is becoming more valuable than being the loudestTimecodes:00:35 -- Apple Podcasts video launch and the first mover advantage03:33 -- Why being early on a new platform feature actually matters08:22 -- Connected TV and why someone watching your podcast on their TV is a huge trust signal13:28 -- YouTube Brandcast: 13x search lift and 5x purchase intent from organic video19:18 -- How YouTube values long-form retention in its algorithm and ad payouts22:22 -- Ask YouTube: how AI is turning YouTube into a video-powered chatbot28:36 -- Why website SEO is declining and video authority is replacing it41:08 -- The window is still open -- and what "start now" actually looks likeResources mentioned:- Marques Brownless on New Apple CEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i9TvUGeTltE- Cincinnati Podcast Studio AI podcast idea assessment: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fit- Discovery call booking: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryConnect with us on LinkedIn:Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewisSubscribe and listen:Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast/id1811723379Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGuProduced by Cincinnati Podcast StudioYou were never hard to trust. You were just hard to find.Cincinnati Podcast Studio helps trusted business leaders show up on video every week -- so the right clients find you before you ever have to chase them. You show up and talk. We can handle the rest.Book a discovery call: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryFollow the studio:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cincinnatipodcaststudio
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Can AI Replace Humans? | Video Podcasting For Businesses
May 1301:00:09Tap to summarizeGet The AI Prompt Guide for Video Podcasting ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/ai-prompts-for-podcasting-landingCan AI Replace Humans? | Video Podcasting For BusinessesBrian and Josh break down where AI actually helps podcasters and where it quietly damages the trust a business is trying to build. You will walk away knowing how to use AI as a research, prep, editing, and workflow tool without letting it replace the human perspective that makes people trust you.In this episode:- AI generated podcasts can work when the job is synthesizing huge amounts of information, like release notes or public documents, but they struggle to create real perspective.- If your marketing feels AI generated, people notice fast, and that can break trust before a conversation ever starts.- Human video podcasts help buyers see how you think, hear your tone, and decide whether you are someone they can trust.- The best AI prompts include boundaries, format, links, and clear instructions for what not to do, not just a vague request for content.- AI can save hours in guest research by turning LinkedIn profiles, prior interviews, and public context into better questions.- Tools like AutoPod and Opus Clips can speed up multicam editing, captions, and repurposing, but a human still needs to judge context.- Show notes, quote graphics, and podcast prep are strong AI use cases because they save time around the episode instead of replacing the episode.- The future of podcast AI will likely include prep companions, searchable knowledge bases, faster editing, and more live clipping workflows.Timecodes:00:00 Why AI generated business podcasts raise the trust question03:12 The Epstein Files AI podcast and when scale makes AI useful08:39 Why AI marketing can trigger people's BS meter13:29 Why human video podcasting builds trust faster18:19 Why the first AI answer is rarely the right one23:21 Turning blog posts and written content into audio28:32 How CPS uses AI for podcast ideation and research39:50 AI tools for editing, captions, and repurposed clips43:33 Using AI to write structured show notes50:12 Where AI may take podcasting nextConnect with us on LinkedIn:Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewisSubscribe and listen:Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcastYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast/id1811723379Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGuProduced by Cincinnati Podcast StudioYou were never hard to trust. You were just hard to find.Cincinnati Podcast Studio helps trusted business leaders show up on video every week -- so the right clients find you before you ever have to chase them. You show up and talk. We can handle the rest.Book a discovery call: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryFollow the studio:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cincinnatipodcaststudio
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How We Started Cincinnati Podcast Studio (Our Story)
Apr 2400:39:50Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitBook a Discovery Call ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryEP 026 - How We Started Cincinnati Podcast Studio (Our Story)How did two guys who've known each other 26 years end up co-founding a video podcast studio after a single coffee meeting? Josh Lewis and Brian Erickson tell the real origin of Cincinnati Podcast Studio — the LinkedIn post, the "devastated" reaction, and the 10-minute conversation that changed everything.Josh and Brian walk through their paths into video — Josh from explainer video company Epipheo to Director of Communications at his church, producing The Couch Time Podcast along the way; Brian from GoPro edits and live production at Cedarville to six years at Crossroads Church and his own production company. They cover how Brian found the Chicago Podcast Studio model, why Josh was planning a virtual setup when Brian's LinkedIn announcement hit his feed, and the coffee at Crossroads East Side where Brian said "I'm leaving my job" ten minutes in.From there: the OTR storefront that stretched from three months to 18 months, the Longworth Hall build-out that fell through, and the move to a two-studio space with concurrent recording. They close on where the business is heading — live stream webinars, subbrand shows, and why AI is pushing human conversation into premium territory.In this episode, we cover:- How Brian got started in video through GoPro edits and the early YouTube algorithm- Why Brian took a live production job at Crossroads after swearing off live production- Josh's path from Epipheo to producing The Couch Time Podcast for parents- The 26-year family friendship that made the partnership possible- How Brian found the Chicago Podcast Studio and realized the model was viable- The LinkedIn post that devastated Josh- The coffee meeting that turned two competitors into co-founders- The timeline: May 2024 coffee, June 2024 LLC, November 2024 OTR studio open- The move to the current two-studio space with concurrent recording- Why live streaming and webinar-style shows are the next frontier for B2B clients- How the TBN acquisition and OpenAI's $100M purchase signal where podcasting is headed- Why AI is making human conversation more valuable, not less- The kind of business owner Cincinnati Podcast Studio is built to serveIf you want to understand the philosophy behind trust-building video podcasting for business leaders, this episode shows you where we stand before you book a discovery call.Timecodes00:00 Why We Started Cincinnati Podcast Studio01:43 Brian's Path From GoPro Edits to Live Production07:36 Josh's Early Video Work and Explainer Video Career11:20 How Podcasting Became a Common Denominator for Video15:24 26 Years of Friendship Between Two Cincinnati Families17:44 Why Brian Left His Production Company to Build a Studio19:54 Discovering the Chicago Podcast Studio Model21:35 The LinkedIn Post That Devastated Josh22:36 Why Video Podcasting Is a Trust-Building Machine24:30 The Coffee Meeting That Turned Competitors Into Partners26:25 Opening the OTR Studio in November 202427:46 Why We Outgrew OTR and Moved to the Current Space30:03 Where Video Podcasting Is Heading in 202632:15 Why AI Is Making Human Conversation Premium Again35:22 The Future of Cincinnati Podcast Studio37:51 Who We Actually Work With and WhyConnect with us on LinkedIn!Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewisProduced by the Cincinnati Podcast Studio. We simplify video podcast production so credible business leaders can show up, share their message, and build trust — without drowning in the technical side.Learn more: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discovery
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How to Start a Business Podcast | Goals, Format, Naming, Content Plan & Launch Tips
Mar 2501:17:46Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitBook a Discovery Call ➡️ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discoveryEP 025 - How to Start a Business Podcast | Goals, Format, Naming, Content Plan & Launch TipsIf you are a CEO, founder, marketer, or thought leader trying to build trust and brand authority, this episode breaks down how to start a business podcast with a clear strategy instead of guesswork.  Josh Lewis and Brian Erickson walk through the big decisions that shape a podcast that actually supports your business: defining your goals, choosing the right format, naming the show clearly, planning your first 12 episodes, building a repeatable structure, setting a sustainable publishing cadence, and making smart decisions about branding, production, and hosting. They also explain why searchable titles matter, why your podcast should reflect the quality of your brand, and how to package your content so the right people actually click.This conversation is especially relevant for business leaders who want to use a video podcast as part of a bigger content strategy without overwhelming their internal team. It fits Cincinnati Podcast Studio’s core belief that busy experts should be able to show up, share their message, and create premium content that builds trust without getting buried by the technical side.   If you want to start a business podcast that helps people know, like, and trust your brand, this episode will help you make smarter decisions before you launch.Timecodes00:00 Why business podcasts need clear goals01:32 How to start a business podcast step by step12:00 Choosing the right podcast format13:50 Why video should do something for your business19:24 Why solo podcast episodes are harder than they look20:27 How to name your podcast clearly26:56 Why you should plan your first 12 episodes28:23 How to make your podcast sustainable30:32 Use searchable topics your audience would actually type in34:24 Create a repeatable episode structure36:33 Set a publishing cadence based on your business goals41:14 Choosing your podcast production route50:59 Podcast branding that feels human and real54:49 Album artwork, thumbnail templates, and visual identity56:02 The 20% thumbnail readability test57:09 The 3 main places to publish your podcast01:10:15 Packaging your podcast for search and clicks01:11:34 Why you should launch with 3 episodes01:13:18 Evaluate, iterate, and improve over time01:15:09 Stop researching and start recording--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with us on LinkedIn!Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewis--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe & Listen to more content here:➡️ Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudio➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast/id1811723379➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGu--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast StudioAre you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discovery--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with us!YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioInstagram: ➡ https://www.instagram.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioFacebook: ➡ https://www.facebook.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioTik Tok: ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioLinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cincinnatipodcaststudio
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How to Use A Video Podcast to Grow Your Business
Mar 1200:52:53Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment ➡️ cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitEP 024 - How to Use A Video Podcast to Grow Your BusinessIf you are a marketer, CEO, founder, or thought leader trying to grow your brand, this episode breaks down how video podcasting can become more than just a show. It can become the engine behind your content strategy.Josh Lewis and Brian Erickson unpack how to use a video podcast to create long-form content, short-form clips, newsletters, blog posts, and SEO-driven assets that help your business get found. They talk through where your podcast should live, how to think about YouTube and LinkedIn discoverability, how to choose topics based on what your audience is already searching for, and how to use AI without losing your perspective.This conversation is especially relevant for B2B brands in Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky that want to build trust, create more content from one recording session, and show up with a stronger point of view online.If you want your content to help people know, like, and trust your brand, this episode will help you think more strategically about podcasting as a business tool.Timecodes00:00 Why perspective still matters in the age of AI 01:16 How to use video podcasting to grow your business 01:26 Planning for SEO without sounding robotic 01:29 The 3 things you need to know to win at podcasting 02:00 Why video creates more repurposing opportunities than audio alone 04:24 Why video helps you reach people in more places 05:14 Where should you post your podcast? 06:17 The 3 main podcast platforms to prioritize 07:16 How to plan a podcast for SEO without losing authenticity 09:11 What SEO actually means for a business podcast 22:22 Using SEO phrases naturally in your questions and conversations 23:01 Why hooks and provocative statements make better shorts 23:33 How to frame titles around outcomes instead of information 24:05 Storytelling, one-liners, and building stronger short-form clips 25:15 Pattern interrupts and the first 2–3 seconds of a video 45:15 How to use blog posts, internal links, and newsletters to support your podcast SEO 46:16 Bonus: turn podcast moments into quote graphics and screen grabs 47:35 Use captions and Google Business Profile posts for more discoverability 48:35 Think like your customer and answer their questions 49:25 The 3 things you need to know to win at podcasting Connect with us on LinkedIn!Brian Erickson: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwericksonJosh Lewis: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thatjoshlewis----------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe & Listen to more content here:➡️ Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudio➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast/id1811723379➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGu----------------------------------------------------------------------Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast StudioCreating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust.Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discovery----------------------------------------------------------------------
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7 Video Podcast Problems Solved For B2B Marketers
Feb 1100:58:18Tap to summarizeTake our FREE Video Podcast Idea Assessment ➡️ cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/fitEP 023 - 7 Video Podcast Problems Solved For B2B MarketersAre you a Marketing Manager in Greater Cincinnati or Northern Kentucky trying to launch a video podcast, but hitting roadblocks? You aren't alone.From CEOs who are "too busy" to film, to Legal teams worried about compliance, and the constant pressure to prove "Instant ROI"—launching a B2B podcast is full of friction.In this episode, we break down the 7 Major Problems keeping brands from creating consistent content and provide actionable solutions for each. We discuss why you need to move from a "Faceless Brand" to a "Key Person of Influence" and how to repurpose one hour of recording into a month's worth of LinkedIn, YouTube, and newsletter content.Whether you are dealing with stage fright or struggling to find a unique idea in a "Red Ocean" market, this episode is your playbook for building a media brand in the B2B space.TIMECODES00:00 – The 7 Problems Marketing Managers Face01:01 – Problem 1: "My CEO is too busy"04:01 – Problem 2: Dealing with Stage Fright (And who should really host)08:00 – Why "People Persons" aren't always good on camera11:22 – The Guest Problem: Curating vs. Thought Leadership19:27 – The "Instant ROI" Trap & The Long Game24:27 – How to get massive content volume from one episode28:58 – The Legal Problem: Navigating Compliance in Finance/Healthcare32:00 – The Idea Problem: Is the podcast market saturated?45:06 – Theme-Based Shows & Sponsorships51:28 – Free Tool: The Podcast Idea EvaluatorConnect with Brian & Josh:• https://www.linkedin.com/in/bwerickson• https://www.linkedin.com/in/devisinggood--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe & Listen to more content here:➡️ Web: https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/cincinnati-podcast-studio-podcast➡️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudio➡️ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grow-your-podcast/id1811723379➡️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6iR9FJcC5VZG0Aevp8nhGu--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Produced by the Cincinnati Podcast StudioCreating a high-quality DIY video podcast is complicated. Cincinnati Podcast Studio simplifies video podcast production so you can just show up and share your message, creating true fans while establishing your authority and building trust.Are you in the Greater Cincinnati area and interested in starting your own podcast? Learn more about the Cincinnati Podcast Studio: ➡ https://cincinnatipodcaststudio.com/discovery--------------------------------------------------------------------------------Connect with us!YouTube: ➡ https://www.youtube.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioInstagram: ➡ https://www.instagram.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioFacebook: ➡ https://www.facebook.com/cincinnatipodcaststudioTik Tok: ➡ https://www.tiktok.com/@cincinnatipodcaststudioLinkedIn: ➡ https://www.linkedin.com/company/cincinnatipodcaststudio
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