Pol Rodríguez

How many hours have you put into your podcast strategy? Into your system design?

The answer might sting. But it could also be the perfect starting point to make it better.

Because every system can be better aligned. And with each adjustment, effort goes down and results go up ☝️

That’s why it often feels like everything is “so hard.” Because we’re not aligned with the most efficient route. We drift. We take detours. And the system we’ve built, instead of amplifying our efforts, just dilutes them. It’s inefficient.

✅ Build an editorial calendar where each episode moves your listener a step closer to becoming a client.

The problem: almost no one designs their podcast this way.

✅ Produce a show that attracts your ideal listener and reinforces your brand values.
✅ Create a repeatable format you can stick to without burnout, that naturally includes your brand message in every episode. If there’s burnout, there’ll be podfade.

Does such a route exist for your podcast? Absolutely. And here’s how to get closer to it:

✅ Have a clear, measurable goal for your content. 99% of podcasts fail right here.
✅ Design a strategy that uses each channel (email, social, events, lead magnets…) efficiently, aligned with that goal.

Same goes for podcasts. Between the idea and the final result, there are always obstacles. And it's easy to waste time, energy, and focus on things that don't really matter.

Applied to a podcast, the most direct and efficient route is the system that gives you the most output with the least effort.

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The most direct and efficient route between two points is a straight line.

But… we all know that “in the real world” it’s not always possible to draw a straight line, because there are things in the way.

The first negative podcast review is a weird milestone, but it means you’re growing.

There’s a tiny % of people who need to leave bad feedback just to feel better, the fact that they found you means it’s reaching wider.

It’s totally normal to take it personally but try to see it as a progress 💪

No more tips Hey there! I'm Pol. In this edition of the Mumbletter you can read: No more tips.

A few days ago, I saw a post on LinkedIn that said:

“Share helpful tips every day and clients will flood in.”
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Spoiler: it doesn’t work like that ❌

Sharing tips isn’t enough. What turns a listener into a customer it’s how you help them see their problem in... 👇

www.linkedin.com/pulse/more-t...

Amazing Dmytro! Just checked mumbler.io I’ll share it on my newsletter. Thanks!

Nice to know! Thks

Congrats man!!

Amazing 🎉

Can I ask you for the main marketing channel Dmytro?

We're at the back of the line, but growing 🚀 Hi there! I'm Pol, and in this edition of the Inside Podcasting newsletter, you’ll find: We appear in a global ranking of podcast hosting platforms 🚀 Three industry news. One cool thing.

Being featured in a global ranking is always good news.

To be honest, I never thought we'd make it onto any, but…

✅ Livewire Labs published a study analyzing which platforms host the most new podcast episodes.

And guess what? Mumbler made the list! 💪

www.linkedin.com/pulse/were-b...

We're at the back of the line, but growing 🚀 Hi there! I'm Pol, and in this edition of the Inside Podcasting newsletter, you’ll find: We appear in a global ranking of podcast hosting platforms 🚀 Three industry news. One cool thing.

Being featured in a global ranking is always good news.

To be honest, I never thought we'd make it onto any, but…

✅ Livewire Labs published a study analyzing which platforms host the most new podcast episodes.

And guess what? Mumbler made the list! 💪

www.linkedin.com/pulse/were-b...

Substack is a trap.

Absolutely insane 😂

Are we crazy? Hi there! I'm Pol, and in this edition of the Inside Podcasting newsletter, you’ll find: My take on 4x. Three industry news.

Are we crazy?

Yesterday, I read that YouTube is testing 4x playback.

It seems the video platform is experimenting with a new feature that allows YouTube Premium subscribers to play podcasts at four times the...

Keep reading 👇👇

www.linkedin.com/pulse/we-cra...

Mil gracias por la invitación Cele 🙌

With @celediaztristan.bsky.social recording and testing @riversidefm.bsky.social 😉

Waiting for it 😉

Peliculón!

Talk with your future customers first

Agree!!!

Clarify the podcast's purpose🎯

What's your podcast's purpose?

Podcasts are powerful for building connections, not just audiences.

Define its role in your ecosystem now!

#Podcast #Podcasting #Growth

Que nadie se relaje 😂

Unos cuantos 🤪

Here we are!

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Having a company podcast offers more than just listeners:

✅ Learn and grow through meaningful conversations
✅ Connect with clients, collaborators, suppliers, and industry leaders
✅ Build trust, break barriers, and showcase expertise in your field

My answer to the "Will video kill the audio podcast" question.

If video kills the audio star then, by the same progression, audiobooks should have killed the book industry. Or ebooks kill the paperback industry.

Ain't happening. There is room for all.

Early morning always!