Welcome to a captivating episode of Podcasting Smarter, the second episode with special guests Oliver Wellington, the founder of Headliner, and their marketing manager, Elissa Craig. Together, they share invaluable tips and practices for promoting podcasts and unravel strategies such as visual engagement and adapting to the ever-evolving landscape of social media. We kick off with exploring the concept of content repurposing and how Headliner, equips creators to share their podcast content across various platforms. Next, we share insights about the blend of strategies that successful podcasters employ, including the use of automated clips and crafting custom clips.   Not shying away from experiments, Oliver and Elissa advise podcasters to dabble with in-depth videos, animated content, and AI tools along with the potential of AI as a game-changer within the podcasting domain, with robust tools at creators' disposal to convert creative concepts into dynamic and engaging content. Delving into audience engagement techniques, Elissa underscores the significance of adopting a community-driven approach to podcasting. She emphasizes the role of listener engagement, communication through different channels, and content optimization in leading a podcast to success. Our conversation further explores strategies for extending your podcast's reach and emphasizes the power of audience engagement and collaborations in podcast growth, and delves into the potential of promo swapping and guesting on other relevant podcasts. A broader analysis reveals additional channels such as leveraging podcast networks, participating in podcast conferences, and reaching out to podcasting services for potential collaborations. The episode also offers their forecasts the future of podcast marketing. Elissa focuses on the importance of SEO optimization and entails experimenting with elements like chapter art. Oliver, on the other hand, foresees an increasing bias towards video content, even for predominantly audio podcasts. This episode is a treasure trove full of practical knowledge for those who aspire to elevate their podcast to an unprecedented level. "At Headliner, we're basically just repurposing content, right? So you have your core podcast recording, and then from that you can create transcript, basically like tons of different things with very minimal effort, transcript, videos and all the different aspect ratios for all the different social networks stuff." - Oliver Wellington In this episode, you'll learn how to: Learn how to effectively repurpose your podcast content to reach a wider audience and maximize engagement. Discover powerful strategies to engage your podcast listeners and build a thriving community on social media. Explore collaboration techniques that can skyrocket your podcast growth and expand your listener base. Stay ahead of the game by uncovering the latest trends in podcast marketing and SEO to elevate your podcast's visibility. Uncover the potential of AI in revolutionizing podcast production and promotion, and how it can benefit your show's success. Today's special guests are Oliver Wellington and Elissa Craig. Oliver Wellington is the founder of Headliner, a platform that has significantly influenced podcast promotion. His journey began with a simple idea for a social audio app, which evolved into Headliner, reflecting his commitment to improving the podcast industry. Oliver's insight into the effectiveness of visuals and audiograms in podcasting has helped many podcasters expand their audience and engagement. Elissa Craig works alongside Oliver as Headliner's Marketing Manager, specializing in using AI tools for enhancing podcast content. Her practical experience and strategic thinking have proven her to be a key player in podcast marketing. Elissa offers hands-on advice that helps podcasters confidently adapt to the ever-changing digital landscape. Together, Oliver and Elissa bring a grounded and insightful approach to podcast promotion, providing podcasters with the tools and knowledge to elevate their shows. The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:30 - Expert Insights on Content Repurposing 00:06:24 - Engagement Techniques and Audience Interaction 00:08:35 - Amplifying Podcast Reach through Collaboration 00:11:41 - Emerging Trends in Podcast Marketing 00:12:31 - The Importance of AI in Podcasting 00:13:01 - Embracing SEO and Chapter Art 00:13:31 - The Rise of Video in Podcasting 00:14:57 - Experimenting with Different Video Formats 00:16:00 - Excitement for Podcasters   Resources: Subscribe to our email newsletter to get industry updates: https://www.podbean.com/email-subscribe  Sign up for all of Podbean's Free Live Events here: https://www.eventbrite.com/o/podbeancom-31329492977    Other episodes you'll enjoy: How to Use AI to Promote Your Podcast with Headliner Podbean AI: What You Need to Know Podbean's Apple Subscription Integration  Podbean's Descript Editing Integration    Get in Touch with Headliner, Oliver and Elissa: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/headlinerapp/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/headlinerapp/, https://www.linkedin.com/in/elissa-craig , https://www.linkedin.com/in/oliver-wellington/ Twitter (X): https://twitter.com/headlinerapp_ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/headliner.app/   About us: Podcast Smarter is the official in-house podcast by Podbean.  Podbean is a podcast publishing and monetization service, hosting almost 640,000 podcasts.  If you’re looking to start your own podcast, monetize your podcast and livestream directly to your listeners, you can set up an account at podbean.com  Connect with us: Subscribe to our email newsletter to get updates from the team head over to: https://www.podbean.com/email-subscribe Find us on socials: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podbean  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/podbeancom YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0H3hvTa_1_ZwFg6RjGNXGw/  Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/podbeancom   LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/podbean  Website: https://podcast.podbean.com/    Email us: To contact Podcasting Smarter with questions get in contact at podcastingsmarter@podbean.com