When these numbers are high, you’ll be more attractive to not only other new listeners, but to brand sponsors as well. And, we all want to get this thing monetized, right?! So, today we’re discussing ways to increase your podcast downloads and find new listeners. Here it is: How To Get More Podcast Downloads What Are Podcast Downloads? Podcast downloads can sometimes be mistaken as the number of times a user downloads a podcast file for offline use....
Posting video podcasts on Youtube is a great way to develop brand awareness and encourage interaction among your audience. In fact, it’s one of the best content search engines that can help grow your podcast audience and popularity. Plus, according to our research, there is a growing number of people who actually prefer to listen/watch podcasts on Youtube. Ready to hop on the Youtube train? Let’s go over how to create a podcast on Youtube....
First, what does it even mean to transcribe your podcast? Podcast transcription is the process of turning your audio content into readable text. Not to be confused with your show notes or your podcast script. Transcribing your podcast episodes can have plenty of benefits. Most importantly, it can make your content more appealing to a wider range of audiences. Especially to those that may be deaf or hard of hearing....
On Not Skinny But Not Fat, Duhamel opened up to Amanda Hirsch about his now-celebrated relationship, along with his imposter syndrome (even at his level of stardom), the “most douche-y” Hollywood thing he’s ever done, and his resume of Blockbuster rom-coms, including his latest project: Netflix’s steamy cowboy drama Ransom Canyon, co-starring Minka Kelly. Hirsch admits her fangirl status immediately—and honestly, so do we. Josh Duhamel remembering when he first met Amanda on the red carpet for Shotgun Wedding on Hollywood Boulevard in 2021?...
What’s the Deal with Vibration Plates? Vibration plates are fitness devices that create rapid oscillations to stimulate your muscles. When you stand, sit, or exercise on the plate, your muscles stabilize your body against the vibrations. This engagement enhances strength, balance, and flexibility while boosting your workout. Here’s the surprise: These plates aren’t just for gym bros, and it’s not all hype. According to the Cleveland Clinic, vibration therapy can help with muscle recovery, circulation, and even bone density in some instances....
On a recent episode of The Long Game podcast, hosts Brittany and Anthony Xavier shared their eye-opening experience with toxic mold in their rental home. It started with some preventative health testing, which led to a diagnosis of mycotoxin poisoning. As Brittany explained, “My doctor, Dr. Julie Taylor, told me that I had inflammation, but we couldn’t figure out the source… She said, ‘Maybe you were sick when you took the test....
It’s no secret that we LOVE podcasts, and we’re not the only ones. Tons of people are getting hooked on podcasts, with more and more listeners tuning in each year. In 2023, there were 76 million podcast listeners in the US, compared to 49 million in 2020. See what we mean!? People looove podcasts! So much so that many are creating their own podcasting experience and becoming podcast hosts! But, curious minds over here at Dear Media have been buzzing with curiosity....
Whatever the reason is, it’s a darn travesty. Female friendships can truly be some of the most rewarding, fulfilling, supportive, and let’s face it REAL relationships we can have. Furthermore, it’s been shown that same-sex friendships are beneficial in times of stress, as detailed by this study published by Barbara A. Winstead and Valerian J. Derlega. Even more, it’s no secret that women tend to stay friends for a really long time, often sharing strong bonds and wholesome memories....
“Here I am a year without alcohol—a year of choosing to not numb out, a year of choosing to not dim my light, a year of being able to wake up in the morning and feeling like my best self, a year of having so much confidence and joy from within, and year of really getting to know myself so deeply,” she says. Now, Spalter, the co-founder of the wellness platform Form alongside bestie and co-host Sami Clarke, is sharing why she made the decision to live an alcohol-free life on Transform....
We are OBSESSED with the way affirmations totally change our daily life and long-term trajectory. There is something so calming, freeing, and empowering about incorporating affirmations into our everyday lives but you probably already know that. Plus, research shows that thought patterns and practicing affirmation regularly is super beneficial for productivity. The better you treat yourself and your mind, the more you’ll feel good in what you do. If you’ve already experienced the #blessings of daily affirmations, we recommend you actually focus your affirmations on specific areas of your life that need growth!...
It’s not uncommon for people to become so attached to their significant other that they lose sight of themselves. They’re tied to their partner in a way that’s unhealthy and problematic. This can lead to a lot of pain during the relationship . . . and after. So, today, we’re discussing how to be independent in a relationship. It’s best for your mental health, self-esteem, and relationship if each of you maintains your own identity and holds fast to your individual values....
Yet despite how overwhelmingly important mental health is, it doesn’t always get the attention it needs to thrive. It’s often a lower priority than physical health. This can result in stress and burnout that further prevents mental health from being prioritized. But with such a wide-reaching effect on our lives, it’s crucial to prioritize your mental health. Guys, every part of you deserves to be cared for. And being cared for well starts with caring for yourself well!...
They jokingly rehash how they first met at a Page Six dinner in New York City, and Taylor shared that she’s a huge fan of Sofia’s podcast, having started listening during the pandemic and describing Sofia as her “guardian angel” during the time. Her favorite episode hysterically happens to be the only episode that Sofia’s mom has requested to be taken down. Sofia Franklyn on Bringing Your Authentic Self in Podcasting and in Life After this episode, the two officially decided that they’re new best friends....
And for those of us who’ve been following this story from the beginning, it’s hard not to see this as yet another ripple effect of the tension between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. A quick refresher: Lively vs. Baldoni If you missed the earlier chapters of this drama (or need a quick recap), we covered the astrology-fueled fallout between Lively and Baldoni. In short, Lively and Baldoni were working together on It Ends With Us, but things started to unravel....
We’ve also collected parenting wisdom from these hosts who’ve amassed considerable maternal knowledge. Whether you need immediate gift inspiration, reassurance on this emotional day, or just a knowing laugh from someone who gets it, this Mother’s Day cheat sheet has you covered. Mother’s Day Gift Ideas From Dear Media Hosts Several hosts are sticking with classic gifts this year. Madi Murphy of The Bad Broadcast is giving her mom flowers complemented by fresh bread and homemade jam....
If you’re on the fence regarding what type of content to create to grow your influence or brand presence, this post is for you. Below we’re discussing everything A-Z regarding blogs & podcasts. Specifically, what podcasts and blogs have in common and how they differ. Here we go! What Do Podcasts And Blogs Have In Common First, let’s make one thing clear. Content marketing, no matter what form you produce it in, is crucial because it allows you to directly address your audience’s inquiries....
“Vibing” is a word we all throw around 24/7 now, we know you’re no stranger to it. Whether it’s a “we vibed so well,” or “I don’t know, the vibe was totally off,” you’ve heard it, you’ve said it, you’ve consumed it in media, it’s everywhere. But, what does it even mean to vibe with someone? Today, we’re dedicating this post to talking all about what it means to vibe with someone....
Sex is kind of a big thing—as in, the definition of sex is hard to pin down. What counts as sex for some, doesn’t count for others. What you mean by sex—and how you prefer to have it—is entirely up to you. But there are some ways to narrow down what kind of sex we’re talking about. Different people prefer different kinds of sex, and they’re generally labeled in categories....
Modern dating . . . you’d think with today’s technology and centuries of practice this whole finding “the one” thing would get easier but it hasn’t! In fact, now we basically need a dating dictionary to keep up with all the terms used to describe the nuances and complications of dating in the 21st century. From benching and ghosting to roaching and zombieing, there are a bunch of different dating terms to keep up with....
Starting with Brynn: Friend or Frenemy? If there’s one thing we learned from Lichy’s chat with Amanda Hirsch, it’s that her relationship with Brynn Whitfield is… complicated. She opened up about the now-infamous Uber story, where Brynn twisted her words to suggest Erin said Jenna Lyons was “poor.” Spoiler alert: she didn’t. “I was so caught off guard,” Lichy recalled. “It felt so malicious and evil. Like, what? Why would you do that?...
