Today we start with the news of Marc Maron retiring his podcast, and a possible shake up at the New Media Show (two shows with 16+ years). So who will fill their space you?Bri Leever is a community building strategist at <a href="https://www.emberconsulting.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ember Consulting</a> and host of the show "<a href="https://www.emberconsulting.co/blog/categories/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Bri</a>." I saw her present at a webinar put on by <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/heartbeat" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Hearbeat</a> (my favorite community tool) and immediately joined <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/ember" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">her community</a> (which lead to me asking her on the show). Full show notes at <a href="https://www.schoolodposcasting.com/987" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">schoolodposcasting.com/987</a>Mentioned in the Show:<a href="https://www.emberconsulting.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Ember Consulting</a><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/ember" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bri's Community of Community Builders</a><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/heartbeat" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Heartbeat Community Tool</a><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/circle" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Circle Community Tool</a><a href="https://links.podcastingresources.com/mightnetworks" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mighty Networks</a><a href="https://supportthisshow.com/skool" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Skool</a> <a href="https://supportthisshow.com/skool" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Community Tool</a><a href="https://www.honeycommb.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Honeycomb App</a><a href="https://episodes.fm/1761885901" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Dear Bi Podcast</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UHgJ_3YaZro" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Circle vs Skool Video</a><a href="https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">School of Podcasting Community</a>Takeaways:<ul><li> Marc Maron is hanging up his podcasting hat after 16 years, and that's a big deal. </li><li> Having both free and paid communities can actually mess up your growth, who knew? </li><li> If you want a thriving community, you gotta focus on what people actually want, duh! </li><li> Starting a podcast with a small team is totally doable; you don't need a squad of 20. </li><li> Don't be surprised if your free community outshines your paid one; it happens more than you'd think. </li><li> People love talking about themselves, so just ask them questions and you'll be golden. </li></ul> Mentioned in this episode:You Have A Message That Needs to Be HeardYou have a message that needs to be shared. Discover the art of podcasting at the School of Podcasting. We teach you to shine a light on your stories, inspiring others one episode at a time.
Let your voice be your legacy. Go to www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join<a href="https://school-of-podcasting.captivate.fm/start">School of Podcasting</a>Live AppearancesI'd love to meet you in person, I'm currently coming to
July 12th, 20025 Higher Ed Podcon, Chicago, Ill
AUGUST 18-21, 2025 Podcast Movement, Dallas, TX.
September 26-28, 2005, Empowered Podcasting Conference, Uptown Charlotte, NC
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If you'd like for me to speak at an in-person or online event, go to schoolofpodcasting.com/contact<a href="https://school-of-podcasting.captivate.fm/where">Where Will I Be?</a>Question of the Month Jne 2025We hear how great Spotify is, but is it? Let's find out. Go into your media host and see what percentage of your total downloads came from Spotify. We don't need the number of downloads, just the percentage. I need your answer by 6/27/25. Don't forget to tell us a little bit about your show, and your website address.<a href="https://school-of-podcasting.captivate.fm/qotm">Question of the Month</a>

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