Best Julia Levine Podcasts (2024)

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52. Thinking About Taking a Break From Your Podcast? Podcasting Tips for When You’re Feeling Stagnant 13:11

1d ago13:11

13:11

Are you feeling like your podcast is stuck in a rut? Thinking about taking a break but not sure if it’s the right move? In this episode, I dive into why your show might feel stagnant and whether or not taking a break is the best option. Plus, I break down my ARC (Attraction, Retention, Conversion) framework to help you diagnose what's going wrong w…

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My Vampire Plus-One by Jenna Levine 22:37

1d ago22:37

22:37

We were completely charmed by this contemporary vampire rom-com. I know! Who am I?

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Taken by the Night by Kathryn Smith 37:57

3d ago37:57

37:57

We start off spooky season with Laine cackling like a witch with glee at how absurd this book is.

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51. How Can I Create My Episodes Faster? Podcasting Tips for Planning, Recording, and Editing 4:58

5d ago4:58

4:58

FAQ Friday answering the question of "How Can I Create My Episodes Faster?" This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com. 👋 Send me your podcasting question! I'll answer it in an upcoming episode. Include your name and the name of your podcast/business if you'd like a shout out! 😀 Get on the waitli…

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I Will Steal You The Stars by Alivia Fleur 23:10

7d ago23:10

23:10

This book makes you FEEL how precarious the characters' lives are (credit to Meg). Apparently it's less steamy than her usual fare, but it's definitely doing something new. That thing is just kinda stressful for Laine.

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50. Her Downloads Doubled in 1 Month! Podcasting Growth Strategies with Lisa Oldson, MD 23:46

8d ago23:46

23:46

Nope, that's not a typo...Lisa's podcast downloads doubled in just one month! Lisa joins me in this episode to discuss how we worked together to implement a few simple changes that produced big results for her podcast! Listen to the Smart Weight Loss Coaching Podcast or check out Lisa's offers (including her Women's Wellness Retreat) at www.SmartWe…

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The Finest Print by Erin Langston 30:10

9d ago30:10

30:10

I cannot get the name of this book right for the life of me, but it's so good I need to figure it out.

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49. When Should My Podcast Be Marked Explicit? Podcasting Tips and Strategies 4:48

12d ago4:48

4:48

FAQ Friday answering the question of "When Should My Podcast Be Marked Explicit?" Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com. …

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My Word as Vorkosigan: Interview with Lois McMaster Bujold 1:15:10

15d ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Alex and Meg wrap up this series with a bang!

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48. SHOW REBRAND: Welcome to Podcasting for Solopreneurs! 12:36

15d ago12:36

12:36

New podcast name!! Curious about what it means for you and the future of the show? In this episode, I’m diving deep into the reasons behind the transition from "Podcasting for Introverts" to "Podcasting for Solopreneurs." Tune in to find out what this change means for you! This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@Th…

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The Suitor by Mary Balogh 15:14

16d ago15:14

15:14

Meg and Laine try a new author, though this book was too short for us to draw any conclusions. If you've seen this book advertised as steamy, that is incorrect.

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47. Which Link Should I Use When Sharing My Podcast? Podcast Marketing Strategies 4:45

19d ago4:45

4:45

FAQ Friday question of "Which Link Should I Use When Sharing My Podcast?" Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com. 👋 Send m…

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46. Who Are You Talking To? Why Identifying Your Ideal Listener is Key for Podcasting Success 14:56

22d ago14:56

14:56

Is your message getting lost because you're trying to speak to everyone? In this episode, I dive into why your podcast should cater to just one ideal listener. I share my own mistakes and recent "aha" moments. Plus, I'll reveal a small but exciting pivot I'm making with this show and what it means for you. Mentioned in this episode: The Audience is…

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Earl of My Dreams by Sylvie Sinclair 26:30

23d ago26:30

26:30

Ok look. We can't stay on topic to save our lives and we end up talking more about our platonic ideal of a romance novel. In short: this book is good. We want there to be a way to understand what open door means to each author so we have reasonable expectations.

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Stranger in My Arms by Lisa Kleypas 32:19

26d ago32:19

32:19

Meg has fond feelings about this 90s-tastic Kleypas, and Laine read it for the first time. It brought us both joy, just in different ways.

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45. Should I Number My Podcast Episodes? Podcasting Tips & Strategies 3:58

26d ago3:58

3:58

FAQ Friday answering the question of "Should I Number My Podcast Episodes?" Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.com. 👋 Send…

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44. The #1 Podcasting Mistake (And How to Avoid It!) 13:28

29d ago13:28

13:28

If you're frustrated with the slow growth of your podcast, you might be tempted to make this tragic mistake. Tune in to find out what this mistake is, why you might be tempted to make it, and some strategies for avoiding it. Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Re…

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My Word as Vorkosigan: Gentleman Jole and the Red Queen 1:02:09

29d ago1:02:09

1:02:09

Meg and Alex are joined by Sarah Wendell to discuss the final book in the Vorkosigan Saga.

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RE-RELEASE: The Madness of Miss Grey by Julia Bennet 40:32

1M ago40:32

40:32

This book is... a lot. It handled a difficult subject in a compelling way but left us wanting more from the characters. The main couple really works, but this book didn't feel like an escape.

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43. Introducing FAQ Fridays! Your Podcasting Questions Answered 4:09

1M ago4:09

4:09

Today marks the start of a new series on the podcast! Tune in for all of the details. Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No Fancy Tech Required!) at www.ThePodcastTeacher.com/roadmap This episode was produced by me, The Podcast Teacher! Contact me at Hello@ThePodcastTeacher.c…

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42. 5 Podcasting Strategies to Get Your Listeners to Leave Reviews 18:14

1M ago18:14

18:14

Struggling to get podcast reviews? Tune in to find out why they're important (though perhaps not for the reason that you think!) and for 5 ways to encourage your listeners to leave reviews. When you're done listening, please leave a review for Podcasting for Introverts identifying which episode is your favorite! How to Write a Review About Apple's …

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Passion at the Palais Royal by Delphine Roy 20:39

1M ago20:39

20:39

Delphine Roy deals with some themes that are not our favorite, but does seem aware of the difficulty and makes some fun choices within a very not fun context. Mind the trigger warnings here for sure.

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The Bladesmith Queen by Sarah MacLean 16:28

1M ago16:28

16:28

MacLean really nails the prose as she goes full medieval. We liked it.

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41. 3 Things You Need to Know About the Future of Podcasting (Podcast Movement Conference 2024 Recap) 18:03

1M ago18:03

18:03

The podcast landscape is changing every year - is your show (or show idea) ready for the future? I learned a LOT at the recent Podcast Movement 2024 Conference and in this episode, I'm sharing the top 3 things that are important for future-proofing your podcast. Mentioned in this episode: Episode 39: Are You Accidentally Sabotaging Your Show? Avoid…

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My Word As Vorkosigan: Cryoburn 54:52

1M ago54:52

54:52

Meg and Alex are joined by Kelsea Yu to spend most of the episode talking about the ending of this book.

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How to Fall for a Scoundrel by Kate Bateman 19:45

2M ago19:45

19:45

Good news! This book was wayyyyy less problematic than the first in the series, in that it was not problematic at all.

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Good Duke Gone Wild by Bethany Bennett 28:59

2M ago28:59

28:59

There are many things to enjoy about this book and a ton of well developed B plots. Maybe too many, but we could have looked beyond that if all the talk of erotica had lived up to the hype. As such, we liked this, but didn't love it.

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40. Podcasting Tips to Get Your Show Discovered Faster (POP: Two Consoles Too Late) 19:02

2M ago19:02

19:02

Do you want potential listeners to find and choose your show through a simple search in their podcast player? Who doesn't?!? In this episode, I sit down with Jackson Kuebler, host of the Two Consoles Too Late podcast, to dive deep into optimizing his show's discoverability. We discuss the power of a show subtitle, updating episode titles, and inten…

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Full Speed to a Crash Landing by Beth Revis 21:57

2M ago21:57

21:57

Meg loved this, Laine didn't, so maybe don't start here if you're new to SciFi?

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39. Are You Accidentally Sabotaging Your Show? Avoid This Common Podcasting Mistake! 20:40

2M ago20:40

20:40

Ever wondered why your podcast isn't gaining as many listeners as you'd like? In this episode, I’m hopping on my soapbox to unpack a really common podcasting mistake. Tune in for examples and actionable tips to help you make your podcast more appealing and accessible to your audience. Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap:…

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My Word as Vorkosigan: Captain Vorpatril's Alliance 59:48

2M ago59:48

59:48

Meg and Alex are joined by Jim Butcher to discuss Captain Vorpatril's Alliance, which TBH sounds like a romp.

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The Ornithologist's Field Guide to Love by Indian Holton 25:21

2M ago25:21

25:21

Laine isn't a bird person and apparently Meg isn't a this book person, so we struggled a bit here.

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38. Podcasting FAQs: How Long Should Your Episodes Be? And Other Questions! 13:57

2M ago13:57

13:57

I'm always asked how long podcast episodes should be, why we care about the Apple Podcasts charts, and many other things. In today's episode, I'm answering 5 of my most frequently asked questions. Do you have a podcasting question? Scroll down and click to text me your question! Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Si…

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Hot Earl Summer by Erica Ridley 32:58

2M ago32:58

32:58

This series keeps getting more and more bonkers. There are moments of fun, but we untimately had trouble connecting with the characters.

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The Earl Who Isn't by Courtney Milan 32:09

2M ago32:09

32:09

This book might be quintessential Milan. She deals with real issues with a lot of resonance today in a way that is still so true to the Romance novel genre. This one is definitely on the angsty side, but it really plays with the expected.

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37. Overthinking Your Podcasting Decisions? 5 Ways to Get Unstuck and Out of Analysis Paralysis! 19:51

2M ago19:51

19:51

Do you find yourself getting stuck in the overthinking loop, unable to make decisions and move forward with your podcast? In this episode, I share my personal struggles with overthinking and reveal five practical techniques I've learned to get unstuck and beat analysis paralysis. Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 S…

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My Word as Vorkosigan: Diplomatic Immunity 54:11

2M ago54:11

54:11

Meg and Alex are joined by Yoon Ha Lee to discuss Diplomatic Immunity.

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Viscount in Love by Eloisa James 34:23

2M ago34:23

34:23

Torie is basically the best and Dominic is... trying, but in a way we both REALLY enjoyed.

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Ne'er Duke Well by Alexandra Vasti 27:39

3M ago27:39

27:39

Alexandra Vasti's first full-length novel is here and we stan it almost as hard as Peter stans Selina.

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36. Podcasting Discoverability Strategies: Less Marketing and More Listeners! (POP: Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple) 20:05

3M ago20:05

20:05

Do you wonder how to get your show discovered without turning into a 24/7 marketer? In this episode, I sit down with Heather Davis, host of the Speculative Fiction Writing Made Simple podcast, to dive deep into optimizing her show's visibility. We discuss the power of adding subtitles to episode titles, the importance of focusing on one primary key…

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Trope Talk: Sunshine/Grump with Eloisa James 46:38

3M ago46:38

46:38

We asked Eloisa James to join us for a discussion of one of the tropes in her new book, and she said yes! We touch on so many topics, but it was fascinating to get an author's take on how romance evolves with the times. Thank you, Elosia!

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35. Does Your Podcast Need a Trailer? Podcasting Tips for Making a Great First Impression! 14:10

3M ago14:10

14:10

Spoiler alert: yes! In this episode, I dive into the nitty-gritty of podcast trailers, explaining why they’re a key tool for both launching and promoting your show. Plus, I'll share my top six tips to make sure your trailer hits the mark! Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps to Launch Your Own Podcast (No…

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My Word as Vorkosigan: Winterfair Gifts and Flowers of Vashnoi 58:44

3M ago58:44

58:44

Meg and Alex have paired the Ekaterin Vorkosigan novellas, and they are definitely Ekaterin defenders.

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On a Midsummer Night by Liana De La Rosa 19:30

3M ago19:30

19:30

We both had expectations for this seasonally-appropriate novella, which was probably a mistake.

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34. Podcasting Clarity: Defining Your Audience and Message (POP: Freedom Before FI) 20:51

3M ago20:51

20:51

Do you struggle to get your target audience to listen to your show? It's a common struggle among podcasters. In today's episode, I chat with Greg, host of the Freedom Before FI podcast, and create a Podcast Optimization Plan (POP). We discuss content delivery, along with messaging and SEO strategy to attract his audience. Tune in to hear my tips fo…

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When the Earl Desired Me by Lydia Lloyd 27:37

3M ago27:37

27:37

To be honest, we were both nervous about this book, but Lydia Lloyd stunned us both in the best way possible. Fake rakes are our favorite rakes, and this is a second chance romance we can both get behind.

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The Undermining of Twyla and Frank by Megan Bannen 27:24

3M ago27:24

27:24

Ok real talk, this book was inevitably going to suffer by comparison to "The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy" becuase that book was surprising and perfection. It it fair? no. Did we appreciate the risks taken? yes. Are we ready for Rosie? Yes.

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33. Podcasting FAQs: Should You Add Video to Your Podcast? And Other Questions! 22:15

3M ago22:15

22:15

Uh oh...I've gone unscripted! This week, I'm answering some of the most frequently asked questions during my Podcasting 101 Workshops, including if you need to do video for your podcast and whether or not it's a good idea to use ChatGPT to help you with your episodes. Thinking about starting a podcast? Grab my free Podcast Roadmap: 10 Simple Steps …

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My Word As Vorkosigan: A Civil Campaign 1:05:08

3M ago1:05:08

1:05:08

Listening to this episode had me rereading the Lord Peter Wimsey books, if you're wondering how much of the conversation is about the dedication and comedies of manners and romance. The episode is celebration that works out way better than Miles' dinner party.