Fiction podcasts often hold listeners for longer than non-fiction shows. But what can non-fiction creators learn from this? We break down the simple storytelling tools that keep audiences hooked, including open loops, stronger intros, clearer arcs, and themed seasons. We also highlight some easy wins that improve retention, such as smoother transitions, cleaner audio, and titles that set clearer expectations.We then dive into a detailed review of a history and policy podcast and explore the lessons it offers for growth. Naming clarity, smarter show notes, and better use of a back catalogue all come up as high-impact opportunities. We also look at ways to reach more listeners through collaborations, community spaces, news-reactive episodes, and in-app promotion. The thread throughout is simple. Strengthen retention first, then build reach with structure, consistency, and relevance.Mentioned<ul><li><a href="https://luskincenter.history.ucla.edu/then-now-podcast/" target="_blank">Putting the Past to Work: The History-Policy Podcast at UCLA</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fFf9wnnIWDs" target="_blank">How to Record the Perfect Podcast Intro</a></li><li><a href="https://www.thepodcasthost.com/promotion/apple-podcasts-promotion-request/" target="_blank">Apply to be Featured on Apple Podcasts</a></li><li><a href="https://alitu.com/creator/content-creation/how-to-promote-a-podcast/" target="_blank">The SCALE Podcast Growth Framework</a></li><li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1tNhLsGbZsM" target="_blank">The Bumper Dashboard: The Future of Podcast Analytics</a></li></ul>Podcraft is brought to you by <a href="https://alitu.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=podcraft&utm_campaign=shownotes" target="_blank">Alitu</a> and <a href="https://www.thepodcasthost.com/podcraft-podcast/" target="_blank">The Podcast Host</a>

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