Episode #1004
How to Monetize a Podcast
May 01, 2019

In episode #1004, we discuss how to monetize a podcast. Tune in to hear how you can make money off of a free podcast.

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TIME-STAMPED SHOW NOTES:

  • [00:27] Today’s Topic: How to Monetize a Podcast
  • [00:32] The easiest thing you can do is run ads.
  • [00:41] You can charge based on your CPM.
  • [01:15] Another way to monetize is pushing your own product.
  • [01:30] You can push courses, as well.
  • [02:05] Another option is using Patreon, so you don’t have to run ads.
  • [02:40] There are some people that will run listeners through a funnel for a product and get them on the email list to remarket them later.
  • [03:25] There is a Chinese teacher who makes $8 Million per year through his educational podcast.
  • [03:40] That’s all for today!
  • [03:46] Don’t forget to check out Single Grain for more info about our live event in June.

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