Mics To Millions: Podcast Growth & Monetization Strategies for Health & Wellness Podcasters

Discover the strategy to help you nail your next podcast guest interview!  
 
In this episode, we speak with Sarah Rosensweet, Certified Peaceful Parenting Coach and host of The Peaceful Parenting Podcast. Sarah helps parents end power struggles and create calm, connected homes, and she brings that same empathy and intuition to her interviews.
 
You’ll hear:
-How Sarah uses Adaptive Interviewing to quickly read guests and adjust her approach in real-time for natural, engaging conversations.
- Techniques for balancing curiosity, excitement, and active listening without interrupting your guest.
-How aligning your podcast with your core values builds listener trust, and why saying no to the wrong guests matters as much as saying yes to the right ones.
 
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✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting? Check out how PodWritten can help:
-https://podwritten.com/services/-https://podwritten.com/
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Free Podcast Guesting Framework:
-https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
💡 Bonus tips & resources:
-Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
Connect with Sarah Rosensweet:
-Substack: https://sarahrosensweet.substack.com 
-Podcast: https://pod.link/1572343021 
-Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/
 
If you enjoyed this, you might also like our previous episode:
Thriving as a podcaster with ADHD with Tracy Otsuka:
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💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at: sam@podwritten.com

You’ve heard it a hundred times: “Leave a rating or review, it really helps grow the show.”
But does it actually? In this episode, we dig into this podcast marketing myth and explore how much ratings and reviews really impact podcast growth.
 
In this episode, we hear from:
- James Cridland, Editor of Podnews- Lauren Passell, Founder of Tink Media
- Kylee Chandler, CEO and Founder of Podcast Marketing Hub- Chris Stone, Podcast Strategist and Founder of Podcast Crew
 
You’ll hear:
Why Apple and Spotify reviews don’t directly influence discovery algorithms
The underrated ways ratings and reviews still help your show grow
How social proof shapes listener behavior (and why it matters more than ever)
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
 
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting? Check out how PodWritten can help: https://podwritten.com/services/ https://podwritten.com/
 
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Podcast Guesting Framework (Free): https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
 
💡 Bonus tips & resources: Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
Connect with those mentioned:
Steve (Simple English News Daily): https://www.send7.org/
James Cridland: https://podnews.net/
Lauren Passell: https://www.tinkmedia.co/
Kylee Chandler: https://www.podcastmarketinghub.com/podcast
Chris Stone: https://podcastcrew.com/
 
Previous episodes mentioned: 2025 podcasting trends: AI, video podcasting, discoverability, & more with James Cridland | Ep 49 - https://shorturl.at/rxcBS
 
Consistency problem? Follow these steps to optimize podcast workflow with James Cridland | Ep 65 - https://shorturl.at/2SVkc
 
The game-changing podcast marketing hacks NOBODY is talking about with Lauren Passell | Ep 50 - https://shorturl.at/7Lecx
 
Grow Your Show Using The Podcast Marketing Map with Chris Stone | Ep 74 - https://shorturl.at/BrGfD 
 
Podcast Growth Expert Behind Amy Porterfield and Cathy Heller Shares Top Insights with Kylee Chandler | Ep 71 - https://shorturl.at/GrPnS
 
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com

Ever wondered how top podcasters grow a profitable show without burning out? 
The secret isn’t working harder; it’s building the right team and leveraging expertise. 
In this episode, we speak with Zora Benhamou, gerontologist, biohacker, author, and host of the Hack My Age podcast.
You’ll hear:
-How Zora turned her hobby podcast into a profitable, multi-stream business by hiring the right support team-Her strategies for growing an audience organically through guest appearances, niche-focused content, and smart titles-How she balances authenticity, sponsorships, and monetization without compromising her credibility
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting? Check out how PodWritten can help: https://podwritten.com/services/ https://podwritten.com/
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Podcast Guesting Framework (Free): https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
💡 Bonus tips & resources: Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
Connect with Zora Benhamou:Website: HackMyAge.com
Podcast: https://pod.link/1531105768Social: @HackMyAge on Instagram, Facebook, and X/Twitter
 
If you enjoyed this, you might also like our previous episode:Mastering the art of securing sponsorships for your podcast with Jonathan Levitt
https://shorturl.at/hJXSD
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com

This week, we’re doing something a little different. 
 
I’m sharing my recent podcast guest feature on The Mindful Marketing Podcast with Andréa Jones, where I dive into how to approach podcast guesting strategically, so it’s not just about sharing tips, but about building relationships, creating opportunities, and attracting clients.
 
In this episode, you’ll hear how to:
-Prep effectively for podcast guest interviews-Share your work naturally without over-promoting-Build lasting relationships with podcast hosts and make the most of every appearance
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review!Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
 
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting?Check out how PodWritten can help:https://podwritten.com/services/https://podwritten.com/
 
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Podcast Guesting Framework (Free):https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
 
💡 Bonus tips & resources:Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
Connect with Andréa Jones:The Mindful Marketing Podcast: https://pod.link/1390672198
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/onlineDrea/Website: https://onlinedrea.com/
 
More Past Podcast Interviews: 
https://podwritten.com/podcast-interviews/
 
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com
 

Struggling to grow your podcast audience on Instagram or TikTok? Tune in to discover how Pinterest can become your secret growth engine, helping you drive traffic, build your email list, and attract listeners who are already searching for what you offer.
 
In this episode, we speak with Nadalie Bardo, blogger, Pinterest strategist, and founder of Your Pin Coach. Nadalie went from 1 million Pinterest views in her first month to building a 24,000+ subscriber email list and serving thousands of happy customers. 
 
You’ll hear:
-Why Pinterest is a goldmine for podcasters (and why it’s less competitive than Instagram or TikTok)
-Nadalie’s step-by-step strategy for setting up your account, doing keyword research, and optimizing pins for discoverability-How to repurpose podcast content into eye-catching visuals and build a batching workflow that keeps promotion simple and sustainable
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
 
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting?Check out how PodWritten can help:https://podwritten.com/services/https://podwritten.com/
 
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Podcast Guesting Framework (Free):https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
 
💡 Bonus tips & resources:Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
Connect with Nadalie Bardo:Website: https://yourpincoach.com/
Pinterest Cheat Sheet + Free Masterclass: https://yourpincoach.com/freeInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nadaliebardo/
 
If you enjoyed this, you might also like our previous episode:Boost visibility, increase engagement, and secure leads on LinkedIn with Richard van der Blom (Part 1) | Ep 60
https://shorturl.at/KrJO1
Boost visibility, increase engagement, and secure leads on LinkedIn with Richard van der Blom (Part 2) | Ep 61
https://shorturl.at/iEzjD
 
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com

Joining a podcast network might sound tempting - they promise exposure, professional production, and faster growth. But what happens when the trade-off is losing creative control and splitting your ad revenue?
 
In this episode of Mics to Millions, we speak with Cass Dunn, host of the top 0.5% podcast Crappy to Happy, and a clinical and coaching psychologist. Cass has racked up millions of downloads, been featured by Apple Podcasts, and navigated both the highs and lows of working with podcast networks before choosing independence.
 
You’ll hear:
-The reality of podcast networks (the pros, the cons, and what most podcasters don’t realize before signing a contract).
-How Cass balanced loyalty to long-term listeners while keeping content fresh and attracting new audiences.
-Why solo episodes and authenticity often resonate more than big-name guests, and how to use that to your advantage.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review! Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.
 
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting?Check out how PodWritten can help:https://podwritten.com/services/https://podwritten.com/
 
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Podcast Guesting Framework (Free):https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
 
💡 Bonus tips & resources:Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
Connect with Cass Dunn:Website: https://cassdunn.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassdunn_xo
Podcast: Crappy to Happy (available on all podcast platforms)
 
If you enjoyed this, you might also like our previous episode:Podcasting from New Zealand: How to Rise Above Tall Poppy Syndrome with Kim Crossman | Ep 67
https://shorturl.at/roOzQ
 
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com

Here’s the inside scoop on how live shows and strategic, well-crafted content can turn casual listeners into loyal, raving fans who can’t wait to hit play the moment your episodes drop.
 
In this episode, we speak with Janey Lee Grace, host of the Alcohol Free Life podcast, bestselling author, broadcaster, life coach, and founder of The Sober Club. With more than six years of consistent podcasting, Janey has built a thriving, engaged community while staying true to her mission of celebrating self-care and sobriety.
 
You’ll hear:
How to balance consistency with personal boundaries and why taking seasons or breaks can protect your momentum.
The power of live podcast shows for deepening audience connection and creating unique guest experiences.
Why engagement, not downloads, should be your guiding metric for growth and long-term loyalty.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review!
Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever your listen to podcasts.
 
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting?Check out how PodWritten can help:https://podwritten.com/services/https://podwritten.com/
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Podcast Guesting Framework (Free):https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
 
💡 Bonus tips & resources:Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
Connect with Janey Lee Grace:
Website: https://www.thesoberclub.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/janeyleegrace
Podcast: Alcohol Free Life (available on all podcast platforms)
 
If you enjoyed this, you might also like our previous episode:Hiring a podcast booking agency to reach new audiences with Ali Shapiro | Ep 13
https://shorturl.at/ymLdG
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com

Feeling overwhelmed by all the podcast growth advice out there? You’re not alone. With so many strategies and tools being shared online, it’s easy to get stuck wondering what will actually move the needle for your show.
 
In this episode, we speak with Chris Stone, podcast strategist, writer of Podcast Strategy Weekly, and founder of Podcast Crew.
 
You’ll hear:
-The Podcast Marketing Map framework that went viral on LinkedIn, breaking podcast growth into four clear zones: owned, earned, paid, and bartered.-Which strategies are truly worth your time (and which ones are overrated) if you’re short on budget or bandwidth.-Practical, underutilized tactics, from reusing old podcast feeds to leveraging newsletters, that most podcasters are missing.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review!
Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever your listen to podcasts.
 
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting? Check out how PodWritten can help: https://podwritten.com/services/ https://podwritten.com/
 
🎁 Get Booked on Podcasts with PodWritten’s Podcast Guesting Framework (Free):
https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
 
💡 Bonus tips & resources: Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
Connect with Chris Stone:
-Newsletter: https://podcaststrategy.substack.com/
-LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrisstonetv/
-Podcast Crew (waitlist): https://www.podcastcrew.co.uk/
 
If you enjoyed this, you might also like our previous episode:Using email to convert podcast listeners into sales with Jeremy Enns | Ep 41
https://shorturl.at/6XfVv
 
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com

It’s been a standout year for Mics to Millions, and in this special episode, I am sharing a few reflections, some exciting behind-the-scenes updates, and what’s coming next for the show. Tune in to find out what’s changing, what’s staying the same, and how you can stay connected while the show takes a short break.
 
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✅Interested in podcast guesting to boost online visibility and grow your business? Discover how PodWritten can help:
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Get your free guide to get yourself booked as a guest in 4 weeks here:
https://podwritten.com/podcastguesting/
 
💡 For additional tips:
Check out our blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/
Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
👉 Connect with me and Göz:
Sam Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/samuelbrakeguia/
Sam Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sambguia/
Göz Linkedin: https://co.linkedin.com/in/gozdeguzey
Göz Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gozbguia/
❤️If you have questions or just want to say hi, drop us an email at sam@podwritten.com

Here’s a breakdown on podcast guesting, outsourcing, and growing your show, from someone who’s done it all.
 
Kelly Smith, host of the Mindful in Minutes Meditation podcast, which ranks in the top 0.1% globally for downloads, joins us to share what her experience working with PodWritten has been like. 
 
In this episode, you’ll hear why she decided to work with PodWritten when she had success booking herself on shows in the past, the impact of podcast guesting on her podcast and brand, and advice she’d give to other health and wellness podcast hosts and businesses considering podcast guesting
 
Plus, my wife and PodWritten co-founder, Goz, joins us for the first time on the show, making this a truly special episode.
 
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Love the show? We’d love a review!
Leave us a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more creators find us!
 
✅ Want to grow your visibility through podcast guesting?
Check out how PodWritten can help: https://podwritten.com/services/ https://podwritten.com/
 
🎁 Grab your free guide to get booked as a podcast guest in 4 weeks: https://podwritten.com/links/
 
💡 Bonus tips & resources: Blog: https://podwritten.com/blog/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/podwritten/
 
Connect with Kelly:Website: https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yogaforyouonline/?hl=en
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mindful-in-minutes-meditation/id1295718287
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7s1ydwJkcWeJD1TngMN9Rk
 
💌 Questions or want to say hey? Reach us at sam@podwritten.com