Making your podcast accessible on major platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts is the first step to global reach. In this episode of Start, Grow, and Monetise Your Podcast, Alex Chisnall and James Burtt break down the exact steps to set up your podcast for seamless distribution.

Whether you’re new to podcasting or looking to optimise your setup, this episode provides everything you need to know about using RSS platforms, integrating with Spotify and Apple, and ensuring your podcast reaches its audience wherever they listen.

This show is sponsored by Pod School - your hub for information, education and expert support on starting, growing, scaling, monetizing and optimising your podcast to generate more reach, more impact and more revenue

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• How RSS Feeds Work: The role of hosting platforms like Libsyn, Buzzsprout, and Podbean in distributing your podcast.

• Setting Up on Spotify: The simple steps to manually link your RSS feed for smooth integration.

• Apple Podcasts Integration: A detailed walkthrough for creating an Apple Podcasts Connect account and linking your show.

• Challenges and Solutions: Common hurdles and how to overcome them with ease.

• Best Practices for Global Reach: Tips for building a strong foundation for podcast distribution.

Key Takeaways:

1. Your RSS feed is the backbone of podcast distribution—set it up correctly for effortless updates.

2. Platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts have different linking requirements; understanding them is key.

3. The process might seem daunting, but it’s a one-time setup that unlocks global reach.

4. Resources like Pod School can provide live training and support to help you through the setup.

Recommended Tools & Resources:

• Podcast Analytics: Tools to track listener engagement and optimise your schedule.

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