Best Rate And Subscribe Podcasts (2024)

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Special Guest Co-Host Scott Kurtz — How to make a graphic novel 46:27

1h ago46:27

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Show note: Unfortunately, we had some daunting technical difficulties during this recording session, so we had to switch to Zoom to record half of the show. As Dave Kellett recovers from a successful San Diego Comic-Con, Scott Kurtz steps in to help Brad talk about making a graphic novel. In the second half, the two spill some tea over early webcom…

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How Much Value Should We Give To The "Golden Glove" GK Award at Tournaments? Gloves Off! 34:36

5d ago34:36

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The Olympics have wrapped w/ the USWNT Taking Gold & Bill Reno & 99 WC Winner Saskia Webber are here to break down all the GK action of the past 2 weeks! They chat Alyssa Naeher's "Star Jump" Save, Schmeichel's history with it, Liga MX 's growth & whether the "Golden Glove" Award has any real value? Gloves Off! Send your comments or questions - con…

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I18 GK Podcast Hall of Fame - Seattle Sounders Stefan Frei and how to reverse direction within an action 1:30:04

4d ago1:30:04

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Insiders! During the Olympic Break we are featuring some our favorite "Hall of Fame" I18 GK Podcast Episodes you may have missed! Check out this amazing one w/ a GK Legend! Seattle Sounders Legendary GK Stefan Frei joins comedian Michael Magid and Angel City FC 1st Team GK Coach (Pro GK Academy) Omar Zeenni to discuss his art work and how to proper…

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How to use a sketchbook 1:00:05

5d ago1:00:05

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SHOW NOTE: Brad's microphone had some technical difficulties this week. Please excuse the momentary dip in sound quality. This week, we're talking about the right way to use a sketchbook. Also, is it a good idea to abandon social media completely and replace it with blogging? SUMMARY The hosts discuss the different ways they use sketchbooks and emp…

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How to Boost Traffic, Build Your Email List, and Increase Subscriptions with the Right Paywall Strategy 46:50

5d ago46:50

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This episode of the Paywall Podcast, sponsored by LeakyPaywall, Pete and Tyler provide an in-depth analysis on how news and magazine publishers can increase website traffic, build email lists, and grow paid subscriptions with effective paywall strategies. Common concerns among publishers, such as the fear of paywalls reducing traffic and ad revenue…

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Are International Goalkeepers Treated Fairly By The Media? Gloves off! 33:22

13d ago33:22

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Bill Reno is back from Camp Shutout and The USWNT Is off to the Quarterfinals against Japan! We break down all the GK news from Week 1 of The Olympics and discuss whether International GK's are too harshly treated for their actions or not? Plus Summer Cup actions against Liga Mx. Gloves off! Send your comments or questions - contact@insidethe18medi…

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How to get better faster and faster better 55:07

15d ago55:07

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Sometimes, it seems as if the more your skills improve, the longer it takes to get something done! Shouldn't it be the other way around?! Also... what's the most polite way to tell a comic-con shopper to just stop reading and BUY the danged comic? ON TODAY'S SHOW How to get better faster and faster better Sites with links to webcomics Stop reading …

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Leadership Programs for Youth Goalkeepers w/ Richmond GK Academy Members 35:31

18d ago35:31

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It's Episode 340! To Celebrate this momentous moment, we are showcasing the reason we do this content. For the goalkeepers! So today Richmond Goalkeeping Academy Leadership Program Members join comedian Michael Magid to discuss their roles and responsibilities, and how other youth Gk's can empower other with not only their words, but their actions!…

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The Subscription Page Formula: Best Practices Blueprint 36:18

23d ago36:18

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In this episode of the Paywall Podcast, sponsored by LeakyPaywall, Pete and Tyler provide an in-depth analysis of successful paywall strategies for news and magazine publishers. Highlighting examples like the Civil War Monitor and Salem Reporter, they stress the critical importance of simplifying subscription landing pages to enhance user experienc…

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How to get subscribers on Substack 1:05:24

19d ago1:05:24

1:05:24

Dave and Brad share proven strategies for building your audience on Substack. Also: What are the best approaches for dummy lettering — lettering that's supposed to be unreadable? TODAY'S SHOW How to get new sign-ups on Substack UPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab pin at Dave Kellett's booth (#1228) during Comic-Con International UPDATE: The Nationa…

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Norwich City FC's Jordan Felgate on how to align your Goalkeeper Academy with 1st team demands (rate, review, subscribe!) 1:04:10

30d ago1:04:10

1:04:10

Norwich City FC Academy Goalkeeper Coach Jordan Felgate joins comedian Michael Magid and 99 WC Winner Saskia Webber to discuss what practices lend best to preparing players for your 1st team’s demands, yet still building a solid foundation for their career. Download The Union GK Community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! Video Link Here - h…

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When to throw in the towel 59:43

26d ago59:43

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Have you ever wanted to just quit? When all seems lost... when you're all out of hope... when you're about to give up, just remember... it can always get worse. Dave and Brad talk about surviving those dark nights of the soul and finding a little light. ON TODAY'S SHOW When to throw in the towel UPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab pin at Comic-Con …

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Should Mary Earps Be The Highest Paid GK In World? Goalkeepers To Watch At Paris '24, USL Super League Snags Overseas GK's . Gloves Off! 1:10:14

1M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

England International GK Mary Earps is headed to PSG and we break down the move! Should She be the highest paid GK in the world? What does the deal say about the state of Man Utd & the WSL in general? Plus we break down Olympic Groups & who could be tournament sleepers, USL's grab of overseas talent & the top Plays in NWSL. Gloves off! Send your co…

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How to raise your rates on Patreon 1:15:55

1M ago1:15:55

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Dave and Brad each realize they must raise their rates on their individual Patreon campaigns. This results in a surprising bout of Impostor Syndrome for Brad that nearly immobilizes him — if not for a meaningful intervention from a trusted friend. SHOW NOTES Raising rates on Patreon UPDATE: Get your exclusive ComicLab enamel pin at Comic-Con Intern…

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Matt Turner's Form, USMNT Identity & What USWNT can learn from Copa Exit. Gloves Off ! w/ 99 WC Winner Saskia Webber & Bill Reno 55:06

1M ago55:06

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The USMNT are out of Copa in the group stage & could this foreshadow a similar fate to USWNT in Paris? Bill Reno & 99 World Cup Winner Saskia Webber examine what lessons Emma Hayes & Company can take from the USMNT failure. Plus Matt Turner's form, USL signings & top NWSL GK Saves of the month. Gloves off! Send your comments or questions - contact@…

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Canada WNT & Bay FC Goalkeeper Lysianne Proulx on improvisation and problem solving , why Australia simulates an NWSL environment and being an Olympic Alternate 1:06:42

1M ago1:06:42

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Canada WNT & Bay FC GK Lysianne Proulx joins comedian Michael Magid and 99 WC Winner Saskia Webber to discuss why youth GK's must receive unannounced service during sessions to teach them how to improvise & problem solve. Download The Union GK Community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! Video Link Here - https://www.theunionsports.com/feeds/…

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Special guest Asia Simone 59:01

1M ago59:01

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Marvel/Scholastic illustrator Asia Simone (Instagram, Twitter)shares her experience of illustrating a "Moon Girl & Devil Dinosaur" book, navigating the world of YA graphic novel publishing, and... surviving Brad's studio! Next, a listener asks... "Should I jump to Cara?" TODAY'S SHOW Special guest Asia Simone Should I jump to Cara? San Diego Comic-…

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Should FIFA Recognize Copa '71? No Alex Morgan, but Korbin Albert for USWNT? - Gloves Off! 1:04:13

2M ago1:04:13

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Bill Reno & 99 World Cup Winner Saskia Webber enjoyed their convo so much Thursday, they decided to do it again! (This time pressing record :P ) They discuss the Olympic USWNT Roster Drop, Korbin Albert's inclusion, FIFA not recognizing Copa '71 & The Past Week's GK Actions in NWSL. Gloves off! Send your comments or questions - contact@insidethe18m…

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How to build an audience on Substack 1:03:34

2M ago1:03:34

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Substack is one of the few social-media newcomers that actually produces visible results. It delivers audience-building, reader retention, advanced messaging, intelligent analytics, savvy promotion, and discovery. Better yet, it has a user interface that's a joy to use. So why are so many cartoonists perplexed by it? Brad and Dave do a deep dive in…

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Showbiz Sandbox 659: Hollywood Continues To Turn Itself Inside Out 44:50

2M ago44:50

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In the midst of the summer entertainment news doldrums, as Hollywood laments a fading (for now) box office, along comes Pixar with “Inside Out 2.” The sequel earned nearly $300 million in its opening weekend proving, once again, that all the industry really needs for audiences to head back to movie theaters is… well, movies. […] The post Showbiz Sa…

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Is College Soccer Still the best pathway for Goalkeepers to become Pros?? Gloves Off! 59:10

2M ago59:10

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99 World Cup Winner Saskia Webber is back from TST which means more heated debates with the one and only Bill Reno! They discuss whether college soccer is still the best pathway to the pros for GK's, The USL Super Leagues combines, and if Sandra Panos will ever get the #1 back for Spain. Gloves off! Send your comments or questions - contact@insidet…

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Are dad jokes ~bad~ jokes? 1:01:56

2M ago1:01:56

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A new father asks if his baby will change how he writes. "Hey, Comics Dads, I'm worried," he says. "Hey, Worried, we're Comics Dads," we reply. And then Dave invites Brad to pull his finger. After they discuss the effects of parenthood on creativity, a friendly zinester writes in to take Brad to task over his dismissal of zines as "nutty." ON TODAY…

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How to Grow Newsletter Subscribers by Turning Readers into Fans 12:23

2M ago12:23

12:23

When you're building a blog, one critical component is having a plan to grow your newsletter subscribers. The goal is to turn casual readers into devoted fans. Here's how to make that happen and grow your newsletter subscribers along the way. View the full article here: https://clearpath.online/resources/grow-newsletter-subscribers…

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Colorado Rapids GK's Zack Steffen & Adam Beaudry On How To Create An Inclusive Learning Environment. Special Guest Host Chris Sharpe 1:10:37

2M ago1:10:37

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Legendary Goalkeeper Zack Steffen & Highly Touted MLS Prospect Adam Beaudry join Colorado Rapids Dir of GK & Comedian Michael Magid to discuss why it is instrumental to the health of a goalkeeping department to create learning opportunities for Veteran GK's to communicate and share w/ younger GK's. Not one to miss! Download The Union GK Community o…

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It's Friday — am I famous yet? 59:46

2M ago59:46

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After six weeks of working on their comic, a listener asks how soon they can expect to make a living doing this — and gets an earful from Brad and Dave. Plus, Brad and Dave share more of their picks for Reuben Award nominees. In this episode, Brad and Dave discuss the importance of having realistic expectations and enjoying the creative process whe…

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Who Are The Top 5 Replacements in Goal for USWNT?- Gloves Off! 55:45

2M ago55:45

55:45

99 World Cup Winner Saskia Webber is off coaching Angel City at TST, but before she leaves her & Bill Reno get at it breaking down the USWNT 's options at GK for the upcoming Summer. They also chat Alyssa Naeher's replacement in Chicago & preview some of the great work TKI is doing back East. Gloves off! Send your comments or questions - contact@in…

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Achieving a 20% Conversion Rate: The Local Publisher’s Winning Formula 17:52

2M ago17:52

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In this episode of the Paywall Podcast, sponsored by LeakyPaywall, Pete and Tyler discuss effective paywall and subscription strategies for news and magazine publishers. The discussion highlights the importance of free registrations as a pathway to paid subscriptions, revealing a 20% conversion rate with current data. Key points include the ineffic…

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They can't all be winners 1:09:57

2M ago1:09:57

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How much of your work would you consider "top tier?" Fifty percent? Twenty percent? And speaking of the top tier, Brad and Dave share a partial list of people they think should be nominated for a Reuben Award this year. In this episode, Brad and Dave discuss the ratio of their work that they consider to be top-tier. They also talk about the benefit…

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Choosing the Perfect Blog Name: What Should I Name My Blog? 7:10

2M ago7:10

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Deciding to use a branded blog name is a good start that leads to more questions. Here's a guide on how to choose the perfect blog name. View the full article here: https://clearpath.online/resources/what-should-i-name-my-blogBy ClearPath Online

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US Soccer GK Legend Tim Howard's HOF Comments, Should Portland Make A Goalkeeper Change? Gloves Off! 1:10:22

2M ago1:10:22

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Today 99 WC Winner Saskia Webber returns from her NWSL matches to join Bill Reno once more! The two discuss US GK Legend Tim Howard's HOF Comments, Should Portland Make A Goalkeeper Change & should there be a GK Hall of Fame? Gloves off! Send your comments or questions - contact@insidethe18media.com Video Link - https://www.theunionsports.com/feeds…

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Survivorship Bias 1:02:23

3M ago1:02:23

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We've all heard successful creators complain that younger hopefuls "just don't want to do the hard work." They disregard the complicated nature of achieving their status and dismiss aspiring novices on the basis of one single factor. Survivorship bias is undoubtedly a result of flawed reasoning. ...But is it bad advice? Brad and Dave discuss surviv…

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Showbiz Sandbox 658: Searching for Winners at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival 1:33:02

3M ago1:33:02

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The general consensus among attendees was that, unlike last year, the 2024 Cannes Film Festival was not one of its strongest editions. Few of the selections made a huge impact and, indeed, there were a few titles that left festival goers scratching their heads. Yet, it seemed more indicative of a general malaise affecting the […] The post Showbiz S…

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Would Mary Earps Dominate NWSL?, Laurel Ivory's Rise and can The Spread Save be Overused? 1:12:10

3M ago1:12:10

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Today Bill is joined by Inside The 18 GK Podcast's Michael Magid as Saskia is on NWSL Assignment. The two discuss would Mary Earps Dominate NWSL?, Laurel Ivory's Rise and can The Spread Save be Overused? Send Your Thoughts on Bill & Michael's discussion! Youth GK's & Coaches! This Is A New Weekly Sister Show hosted by NWSL Analysts Bill Reno & 99 W…

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Are we 'there' yet? 1:01:16

3M ago1:01:16

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How did Brad and Dave know when they'd "made it"? ALSO: Now that you have a website with a blog... what do you write?? Brad shares a heartwarming story about his dad's induction into the Michigan High School Bowling Hall of Fame. They discuss the concept of 'making it' as a cartoonist and the different definitions of success. They also address the …

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Should My Blog Name Be My Personal Name? 11:32

3M ago11:32

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Selecting a name for your blog can be a challenging task. Opt for a clever brand name? Or should my blog be my name? As with many questions in the realm of digital marketing, it depends. There are advantages and disadvantages to both options. Let’s dig into the pros and cons of using your personal name for your blog and when it’s most suitable to d…

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Holistic GK Development (Balancing Results w/ Individual Growth- Lexington Sporting Club's Chris Barocas 1:04:04

3M ago1:04:04

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One of the most difficult things for GK educators to do is balance training for results w/ training for individual growth.We chatted with Lexington Sporting Club's Dir of GK Chris Barocas who's found a holistic approach to incorporating both! Download The Union GK Community on Apple or Google Play Stores for more! Video Link Here - https://www.theu…

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How much story is too much story? 1:14:37

3M ago1:14:37

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How do you know when you're giving your readers too many details? — or not enough? Where's the sweet spot between action and exposition? We're going deep on storycraft this week! PLUS: Zines, gutters, and distribution! THIS WEEK'S SHOW How much story to write Should you be doing a zine? Gutters Borders Distribution You get great rewards when you jo…

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