The Independent Podcaster Monthly: February 2025

New Podcast Alert: Welcome the Let's Be Well Together Podcast

We are beyond excited to announce that the Let’s Be Well Together Podcast, hosted by John Webster, has officially joined the Bespoke Productions Hub network! This podcast offers a unique and thought-provoking take on wellness.

John is joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts and a variety of interesting guests who share their personal experiences, insights, and tips to inspire listeners to prioritize their health and well-being.

Support a fellow Bespoke Productions Hub member. Tune in, subscribe, and be sure to rate and leave a comment on your favourite podcast platform. Read More

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New Podcast Launch: The FxCK You 50s

It's been a busy month here at Bespoke Productions, and we couldn't be more excited to share our latest launch. A couple of weeks ago, we introduced a brand-new podcast that is already making waves. Hosted by the incredible Andrea Claire and edited and produced by Bespoke, The FxCK YOU 50s is the podcast you won't want to miss.

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Downloads Don't Define You!

If you missed our webinar with Adam McNeil, you can now watch the full recording on our website. Don’t miss this insightful discussion on why download numbers can be misleading and which alternative metrics truly matter. Read More.

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The Independent Podcaster Monthly

Welcome to The F*CK YOU 50s: A Bold New Podcast from Bespoke Productions

It's been a busy month here at Bespoke Productions, and we couldn't be more excited to share our latest launch. A couple of weeks ago, we introduced a brand-new podcast that is already making waves. Hosted by the incredible Andrea Claire and edited and produced by Bespoke, The FxCK YOU 50s is the podcast you won't want to miss.

This is the podcast for women who are DONE tolerating the BS. Let's face it — Aging is trending. And commercialism is cashing in.

Brands are turning our reality into their next big revenue stream, pushing products, promises, and influencers disguised as saviours. They're selling "solutions" to "problems" they invented while we're out here juggling hot flashes, career pivots, and figuring out who the hell decided our laugh lines were something to fix.

Sound familiar? Exhausting, right?

That's exactly why The FxCK YOU 50s exists. It's unfiltered, unapologetic, and undeniably needed. This is your fabulously filter-free dose of real talk, real stories, and a much-needed reality check. 

So what are you waiting for? Support a Bespoke Productions Hub podcast by tuning in to their latest episodes. Subscribe, rate, and leave a comment on your favourite podcast platform.

New Webinar: The Download Illusion!

Why Downloads Don't Define Your Podcast's Success and What to Measure Instead

If you're an independent podcaster, chances are you've set goals around downloads. It's the easiest metric to track, and it's often the first thing that comes to mind when measuring podcast success. But what if downloads aren't the best indicator of your show's influence or growth?

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In our latest webinar, I sat down with podcast industry expert Adam McNeil to break down the data that really matters. We explored why download numbers can be misleading, what alternative metrics to focus on, and how independent podcasters can set more meaningful goals.

Here are a couple of key takeaways:

Retention Matters More Than First-Week Hype

Many podcasters obsess over their first seven days of downloads, but Adam emphasized that retention is far more critical. Are listeners coming back for the next episode? Are they binge-listening to past episodes? A podcast with steady, engaged listeners will always have more long-term value than one with high initial downloads but no repeat audience.

Building a Podcast Worth Recommending

One of the most powerful growth drivers is word-of-mouth. If listeners are excited to tell their friends about your podcast, that organic growth will be more valuable than any marketing campaign.

This conversation is a must-watch for any independent podcaster looking to shift their mindset from chasing downloads to building an engaged, sustainable audience. Adam shares practical, data-driven strategies that can help you refine your goals and measure success in a way that truly benefits your show's growth.