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This is a podcast about entrepreneurs providing solutions to social and environmental challenges across the world. In 8 episodes we will take you on a global tour to meet these impact entrepreneurs. How have their companies been built? Which problems are they trying to solve? And what are the honest personal stories behind them? This season will teach you all about the biggest transitions of our time and the role entrepreneurship can play. It will leave you inspired and ready for action. But ...
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"Welcome to Podcast Solutions Made Simple, the show dedicated to all things podcasting! If you are an existing podcaster, this is for you! If you are a coach, consultant, speaker or other subject matter expert and you've dreamed of having a show but the thought of it all seems too technical, confusing, time consuming or just waaaayyy out of your reach, then this podcast is for YOU! Every week your host, Carl Richards, share their insights and expertise on the latest trends, tools, and techni ...
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Ever wonder what it's like to hop from the dynamic airwaves of radio into the calculative world of financial services and back again? Tune in to our latest episode where Dave Cunningham, a man of many talents, sits with me, Carl Richards, to recount his enchanting journey. He opens up about his love for radio discovered at university, leading to a …
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Navigating the twists and turns of a broadcasting and speaking career has never been a straightforward path, but it's one I've walked with passion and dedication. As I've transitioned from the airwaves to the podcasting agency helm, I've garnered a treasure trove of insights that have shaped not just my career, but also the direction of this very p…
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We're continuing our deep dive into the myths, misconceptions and misinformation about the podcasting space. Today we're talking about the actual reason for lauching the show. Has your curiosity ever been piqued by the thought of starting your own podcast? Ever wondered where to begin, how to engage your listeners, or even how to promote your show?…
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Are you aware of how many people are tripping over 'free' advice in the podcasting world? Not all information is as good as it seems. In our latest episode, we peel back the layers of what 'free' really means in the podcast industry. What's the catch and is it really worth the hidden costs? As experts looking to level-up, we dive into why it's cruc…
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Battling the beast of misinformation, especially within the podcasting space, can sometimes feel like a daunting task. But fear not, fellow podcast lovers and creators! Today, we're shining a spotlight on this tricky issue, dissecting it from every angle, and giving you the tools to combat it effectively. Fold up your sleeves as we explore the myri…
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Imagine one day waking up and deciding to ditch your corporate job to chase the entrepreneurship dream. That's exactly what Shari Doherty, a successful real estate agent from Kingston, Ontario, Canada, did. In our insightful conversation, Shari opens up about her leap of faith into the entrepreneurial world, the struggles she encountered, and the r…
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If you've ever wondered the secret to growing your podcast and extending its reach, you're in the right place. Join us for a lively and informative session with Alex Sanfilippo, a podcasting pro, the man behind the highly popular Podcasting Made Simple, and founder of Pod Pros. Alex shares his insights on how guesting can be a game-changing strateg…
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Have you ever wondered how automation can catapult your podcast to the next level? Then, you're in for a treat! We had the pleasure of chatting with Kevin Snow. As a tech-enthusiast and sales expert, Kevin shared exciting insights on how technology has drastically transformed over time and how you can leverage it to focus on expanding your business…
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Sunny Drake and his latest project, CLIMATE CHANGE & OTHER SMALL TALK. This innovative project is a constellation of creative works, starting with a podcast featuring nine short audio dramas written and created by teams from around the world. Using humor, satire, and absurdity, Drake’s shorts expose the human forces and stories shaping our response…
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So you have a podcast...very cool! You have content you put out consistently...Amazing! You promote that content on all your platforms to reach a bigger audience...Excellent! You promote that content once, and then pray the podcasting gods will take it from there and turn you into a massive star! Sigh! That analogy is pretty much the path of most p…
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When it comes to marketing your podcast, it's an ongoing thing. The idea of 'if you build it they will come' may have worked for some (back in the day), but for most podcasters it's something that requires regular attention. And here's the thing: you DON'T need to spend a fortune on paid ads to get the word out. There are also some simple strategie…
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As new podcasters embark on their journey, they often face a plethora of challenges. Overcoming these struggles often requires dedication, perseverance, and a willingness to learn and adapt to the ever-evolving podcasting landscape. The old adage of, if you want to win the game, you need to know that game and the playing field. Todays' guest has sp…
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'I just don't have the time!' How often have we said that, not really meaning it? Have you ever noticed if you need or want something bad enough you find the time? Not only that, but our concept of time as it refers to podcasting is often misguided. The Time Myth, as we explored in the last episode is as made up as time itself. Today Carl and his g…
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In the last episode Carl Richards and Diana Lidstone talked tech. Not really Diana's favourite subject...and she admitted TECH was holding her back from launching a podcast. Not now! She doesn't need to worry about it...she has a team that supports her and the show! One Podcast Myth remains, and we're about to eradicate it, for good! Here's a quick…
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As we discovered in the previous episode, the Tech Myth isn't just about technology. It's about how confusing and difficult something can seem, especially when it's not in your wheelhouse. In part two of the Tech Myth, Carl's guest reveals on top of everything about podcasting seeming super confusing and 'too techy,' she admits she was asking the W…
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In the last episode Carl Richards and Katherine Burrows talked about Katherine's love for words and stories. She revealed the difference between spoken word and written word and how she tackled being 'raw and real' with the spoken word and eliminated the Content Myth! There are still two podcast myths we need to 86 or put in the cylindrical file be…
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In the previous episode Carl Richards unpacked the Content Myth. There's no shortage of content...you have boat loads of it already, you just need to know how to package it...and that's what todays' guest discovered. She realized she was curating it for the written word. Once she explored ways to speak about her content more freely, it was like mag…
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In the last episode Carl Richards and Bernie Franzgrote talked about how Bernie overcame the competition myth, and revealed the real competition, wasn't an external thing. The real competition holding him back, was himself! There are still three podcast myths we need to look at. Here's a quick look at the list of what those myths are: Money myth (d…
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In the last episode Carl Richards shared in detail what the Competition Myth is as it relates to podcasting. The competition isn't just about how many shows, it's about seeing yourself as THE go to expert and knowing your value! Today Carl and his guest showcase how he overcame the Competition Myth, and the discovery of where that idea of competiti…
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In the last episode we totally debunked the Money Myth with help from Cindy Little. There are still four other myths keeping a lot of people stuck from being seen as the go-to expert. Here's a quick look at the list of what those myths are: Money myth (debunked by Cindy Little) Competition myth Content myth Tech myth Time myth In this episode Carl …
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In the last episode Carl Richards shared in detail what the Money Myth is as it relates to podcasting. Today Carl and his guest do a deep dive into how she overcame the Money Myth, and replaced the word MONEY with VALUE! Cindy in her spare time is a Health Podcaster, Public Speaker, aspiring author, and is an avid reader and learner of self growth.…
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There are five reasons as we found out in the last episode why people are gun shy to jump into the podcasting space. These reasons or 'myths' can truly hold people back from being seen as THE go-to expert. Those myths are: Money myth Competition myth Content myth Tech myth Time myth In this episode Carl unpacks the first myth, the Money Myth. Check…
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Why would anyone want to start a podcast? I asked myself that same question back around 2012, when I was first introduced to the concept. I was working full time in broadcasting and had a part time speaker training gig. One of my colleagues suggested I launch a show. "Why?" was my not so educated response. "What will I do with a podcast?" Since the…
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In this episode the bigger picture of regreening cities is briefly laid out by Stientje van Veldhoven, former minister and Vice President of the World Resources Institute. How do we create the cities of the future? Following, an in-depth conversation with one of the entrepreneurs contributing to this green transition starts: Tessa Duste from Makers…
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In this episode the bigger picture of our agriculture transition is briefly laid out by Stientje van Veldhoven, former minister and Vice President of the World Resources Institute. Why is our current way of farming no longer sustainable? Following, an in-depth conversation with one of the top entrepreneurs at the forefront of this farming transitio…
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In this episode the bigger picture of the fast fashion industry is laid out by Naz Kawan, social entrepreneur and sustainable fashion expert. Following an in-depth conversation with one of the entrepreneurs changing the world of fashion follows: Bert van Son, founder of Mud-Jeans, the first circular jeans brand in the world. This conversation is al…
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In this episode the bigger picture of greener and fairer supply chains is laid out by Willemijn Verloop, founder of Rubio Impact Ventures. Following, an in-depth conversation with one of the entrepreneurs starting the first fairchain in the world of coffee will follow: Guido van Staveren from Moyee Coffee. This conversation is all about being radic…
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In this episode the bigger picture of the circular economy is laid out by Michel Scholte, founder of True Price and Impact Institute and Minister of the New Economy. Following, an in-depth conversation with one of the entrepreneurs contributing to the circular economy will start: Willemijn Peeters from Searious Business. A company focussed on mind …
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In this episode the bigger picture of the circular economy is laid out by Maayke-Aimee Damen, director circular economy of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development. Following, an in-depth conversation with one of the entrepreneurs contributing to the circular economy will start: Mariam Lawani. A social enterprise tackling the plastic …
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I was certainly floored when I started conceiving the ideas for this show! With over 3 million podcasts worldwide (2023), there are shows about pretty much everything. In some cases, depending on the subject matter, there is even saturation! However, the actual art or skill or stories from podcasters and 'how they did it'...well, those shows are fe…
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In this episode the importance of natural climate solutions is briefly laid out by Paul Dobbins, Director of Impact Investment at the World Wildlife Fund in Washington DC. How can Seaweed change the world? Following, an in-depth interview with one of the entrepreneurs harnessing the potential of Seaweed will follow: Joost Wouters from the Seaweed C…
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In this episode the bigger picture of the Energy Transition is briefly laid out by Jaime de Bourbon de Parme, Climate Envoy of the Netherlands. What is the Renewable Energy transition all about? Following, an in-depth interview with one of the entrepreneurs breaking the system of fossil fuels will start: Judith Joan Walker from African Clean Energy…
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