Steve Stewart | #PodcastEditor 🎧
@stevestewart.me
Editing podcasts since 2016! 🤑 // I eat, drink, and breathe #PodcastEditing🎧 // Co-founder of the Podcast Editor Academy, Co-host of the Podcast Editors Mastermind Show 🎙️
Following up on my post the other day: Your episode title, description, and (especially) blog post are some of the most important assets you have for discovery.
Think about what Google search and ChatGPT results are based one: It's mostly text-based mediums.
Don't discount the written medium!
Think about what Google search and ChatGPT results are based one: It's mostly text-based mediums.
Don't discount the written medium!
December 24, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Following up on my post the other day: Your episode title, description, and (especially) blog post are some of the most important assets you have for discovery.
Think about what Google search and ChatGPT results are based one: It's mostly text-based mediums.
Don't discount the written medium!
Think about what Google search and ChatGPT results are based one: It's mostly text-based mediums.
Don't discount the written medium!
What do you do as a self-employed contractor, already watched all the Christmas movies you wanted because you've been sick, and are caught up on work in the middle of December?
You run a mock tax return to make sure you withheld enough taxes for the year. #nosurprises #planaccordingly
You run a mock tax return to make sure you withheld enough taxes for the year. #nosurprises #planaccordingly
December 22, 2025 at 2:44 PM
What do you do as a self-employed contractor, already watched all the Christmas movies you wanted because you've been sick, and are caught up on work in the middle of December?
You run a mock tax return to make sure you withheld enough taxes for the year. #nosurprises #planaccordingly
You run a mock tax return to make sure you withheld enough taxes for the year. #nosurprises #planaccordingly
Looking for guests to talk about money topics on your podcast? Topics like:
-Taxes and Social Security
-Financial Independence and Retirement
-Kids & Money
-College Aid and Student Loans
Find all sorts of experts you can contact: stevestewart.me/findaguest
-Taxes and Social Security
-Financial Independence and Retirement
-Kids & Money
-College Aid and Student Loans
Find all sorts of experts you can contact: stevestewart.me/findaguest
December 21, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Looking for guests to talk about money topics on your podcast? Topics like:
-Taxes and Social Security
-Financial Independence and Retirement
-Kids & Money
-College Aid and Student Loans
Find all sorts of experts you can contact: stevestewart.me/findaguest
-Taxes and Social Security
-Financial Independence and Retirement
-Kids & Money
-College Aid and Student Loans
Find all sorts of experts you can contact: stevestewart.me/findaguest
This year's Spotify Wrapped highlighted something many podcasters are forgetting:
Spotify offers comments.
What to do:
Log into creators.spotify.com, then click on Comments in the left sidebar. Moderate and reply.
Spotify offers comments.
What to do:
Log into creators.spotify.com, then click on Comments in the left sidebar. Moderate and reply.
December 19, 2025 at 9:50 PM
This year's Spotify Wrapped highlighted something many podcasters are forgetting:
Spotify offers comments.
What to do:
Log into creators.spotify.com, then click on Comments in the left sidebar. Moderate and reply.
Spotify offers comments.
What to do:
Log into creators.spotify.com, then click on Comments in the left sidebar. Moderate and reply.
The #1 word we say when recording the Podcast Editors Mastermind Show (including our guests) is "Clients".
What's the second most used word? It's one you will rarely hear in the audio episode we release:
What's the second most used word? It's one you will rarely hear in the audio episode we release:
December 18, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The #1 word we say when recording the Podcast Editors Mastermind Show (including our guests) is "Clients".
What's the second most used word? It's one you will rarely hear in the audio episode we release:
What's the second most used word? It's one you will rarely hear in the audio episode we release:
EXCELLENT review of Audio-only and shows that are both Audio & Video.
But you MUST read everything. Without context, the results could mislead you podcastmarketingacademy.com/podcast-mark...
But you MUST read everything. Without context, the results could mislead you podcastmarketingacademy.com/podcast-mark...
Podcast Marketing Trends: Audio vs Video - Podcast Marketing Academy
Video podcasting via algorithmically-driven platforms like YouTube and Spotify promises creators more and better discovery opportunities than have ever existed in podcasting. But how much does it…
podcastmarketingacademy.com
December 17, 2025 at 2:44 PM
EXCELLENT review of Audio-only and shows that are both Audio & Video.
But you MUST read everything. Without context, the results could mislead you podcastmarketingacademy.com/podcast-mark...
But you MUST read everything. Without context, the results could mislead you podcastmarketingacademy.com/podcast-mark...
This might be a good support document to bookmark, especially if you are thinking of launching a new podcast:
Apple Podcasts for Creators Sign-in Troubleshooting document: podcasters.apple.com/support/5571...
Apple Podcasts for Creators Sign-in Troubleshooting document: podcasters.apple.com/support/5571...
Troubleshooting account sign-in - Apple Podcasts for Creators
Get help activating your Apple Account, verifying all relevant payment methods, and agreeing to service terms.
podcasters.apple.com
December 16, 2025 at 2:44 PM
This might be a good support document to bookmark, especially if you are thinking of launching a new podcast:
Apple Podcasts for Creators Sign-in Troubleshooting document: podcasters.apple.com/support/5571...
Apple Podcasts for Creators Sign-in Troubleshooting document: podcasters.apple.com/support/5571...
What does it actually take to build a real community—not just a social media following or a membership list?
Seth Resler allowed me to share some behind-the-scenes stuff about my 9,500 member Podcast Editors Club Facebook on his Community Case Studies podcast: podlink.com/1828044852
Seth Resler allowed me to share some behind-the-scenes stuff about my 9,500 member Podcast Editors Club Facebook on his Community Case Studies podcast: podlink.com/1828044852
Community Case Studies
Listen to Community Case Studies wherever you get your podcasts!
podlink.com
December 15, 2025 at 9:50 PM
What does it actually take to build a real community—not just a social media following or a membership list?
Seth Resler allowed me to share some behind-the-scenes stuff about my 9,500 member Podcast Editors Club Facebook on his Community Case Studies podcast: podlink.com/1828044852
Seth Resler allowed me to share some behind-the-scenes stuff about my 9,500 member Podcast Editors Club Facebook on his Community Case Studies podcast: podlink.com/1828044852
Do you think everyone else understands finances and you’re the only one that doesn’t?
That’s because we don’t talk about money in America.
But GOOD NEWS! Free, non-judgmental, private education is out there.
Listen to podcasts about 💰.
Here’s a place to start SteveStewart.me/podchaser
That’s because we don’t talk about money in America.
But GOOD NEWS! Free, non-judgmental, private education is out there.
Listen to podcasts about 💰.
Here’s a place to start SteveStewart.me/podchaser
SteveStewart.me
December 11, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Do you think everyone else understands finances and you’re the only one that doesn’t?
That’s because we don’t talk about money in America.
But GOOD NEWS! Free, non-judgmental, private education is out there.
Listen to podcasts about 💰.
Here’s a place to start SteveStewart.me/podchaser
That’s because we don’t talk about money in America.
But GOOD NEWS! Free, non-judgmental, private education is out there.
Listen to podcasts about 💰.
Here’s a place to start SteveStewart.me/podchaser
HUGE news!
First of all, congrats to James Cridland, who will be added to Podcast Hall Of Fame in January.
But get this:
DAN MILLER will be inducted too! ...and it will be presented by his close friend Dave Ramsey.
I'm not crying. You're crying 😢
podcasthall.com/hall-of-fame/
First of all, congrats to James Cridland, who will be added to Podcast Hall Of Fame in January.
But get this:
DAN MILLER will be inducted too! ...and it will be presented by his close friend Dave Ramsey.
I'm not crying. You're crying 😢
podcasthall.com/hall-of-fame/
December 11, 2025 at 2:23 PM
HUGE news!
First of all, congrats to James Cridland, who will be added to Podcast Hall Of Fame in January.
But get this:
DAN MILLER will be inducted too! ...and it will be presented by his close friend Dave Ramsey.
I'm not crying. You're crying 😢
podcasthall.com/hall-of-fame/
First of all, congrats to James Cridland, who will be added to Podcast Hall Of Fame in January.
But get this:
DAN MILLER will be inducted too! ...and it will be presented by his close friend Dave Ramsey.
I'm not crying. You're crying 😢
podcasthall.com/hall-of-fame/
The process to find a Podcast Editor that fits your needs is very simple:
1. Copy this template
2. Change the questions
3. Send me the link
...and wait for qualified submissions to come in.
Let me help you find an editor: stevestewart.me/find-a-podca...
1. Copy this template
2. Change the questions
3. Send me the link
...and wait for qualified submissions to come in.
Let me help you find an editor: stevestewart.me/find-a-podca...
December 10, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The process to find a Podcast Editor that fits your needs is very simple:
1. Copy this template
2. Change the questions
3. Send me the link
...and wait for qualified submissions to come in.
Let me help you find an editor: stevestewart.me/find-a-podca...
1. Copy this template
2. Change the questions
3. Send me the link
...and wait for qualified submissions to come in.
Let me help you find an editor: stevestewart.me/find-a-podca...
A friend of mine who loves to use leverage just paid off his house.
He's excited about it -- and feels weird.
Yep, that's what paying off debt does. It makes you as weird as you feel.
He's excited about it -- and feels weird.
Yep, that's what paying off debt does. It makes you as weird as you feel.
December 9, 2025 at 9:50 PM
A friend of mine who loves to use leverage just paid off his house.
He's excited about it -- and feels weird.
Yep, that's what paying off debt does. It makes you as weird as you feel.
He's excited about it -- and feels weird.
Yep, that's what paying off debt does. It makes you as weird as you feel.
I'm SO excited to read this in today's Podnews:
"The first inductees for the Podcast Hall of Fame 2026 have been announced. They are: DAN CARLIN, ARIELLE NISSENBLATT, AND MARK ASQUITH!!!"
(The "!!!" was my addition, not Podnews's)
podnews.net/update/laura...
"The first inductees for the Podcast Hall of Fame 2026 have been announced. They are: DAN CARLIN, ARIELLE NISSENBLATT, AND MARK ASQUITH!!!"
(The "!!!" was my addition, not Podnews's)
podnews.net/update/laura...
December 9, 2025 at 2:44 PM
I'm SO excited to read this in today's Podnews:
"The first inductees for the Podcast Hall of Fame 2026 have been announced. They are: DAN CARLIN, ARIELLE NISSENBLATT, AND MARK ASQUITH!!!"
(The "!!!" was my addition, not Podnews's)
podnews.net/update/laura...
"The first inductees for the Podcast Hall of Fame 2026 have been announced. They are: DAN CARLIN, ARIELLE NISSENBLATT, AND MARK ASQUITH!!!"
(The "!!!" was my addition, not Podnews's)
podnews.net/update/laura...
What do Podcast VIDEO Editors Charge?
I'll be sharing data from a survey conducted a few months ago. It's not an intensive study, but does give an idea of what's involved when working with an editor on video episodes.
Set a reminder for Tuesday 3pm ET / 12pm PT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ftqw...
I'll be sharing data from a survey conducted a few months ago. It's not an intensive study, but does give an idea of what's involved when working with an editor on video episodes.
Set a reminder for Tuesday 3pm ET / 12pm PT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ftqw...
December 8, 2025 at 9:50 PM
What do Podcast VIDEO Editors Charge?
I'll be sharing data from a survey conducted a few months ago. It's not an intensive study, but does give an idea of what's involved when working with an editor on video episodes.
Set a reminder for Tuesday 3pm ET / 12pm PT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ftqw...
I'll be sharing data from a survey conducted a few months ago. It's not an intensive study, but does give an idea of what's involved when working with an editor on video episodes.
Set a reminder for Tuesday 3pm ET / 12pm PT: www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ftqw...
I'm going to create an international podcast conference for all creators.
It'll be called the "It Depends Podcast Expo" and have the answer to ALL podcasting questions.
#moneybackguarantee
It'll be called the "It Depends Podcast Expo" and have the answer to ALL podcasting questions.
#moneybackguarantee
December 5, 2025 at 9:50 PM
I'm going to create an international podcast conference for all creators.
It'll be called the "It Depends Podcast Expo" and have the answer to ALL podcasting questions.
#moneybackguarantee
It'll be called the "It Depends Podcast Expo" and have the answer to ALL podcasting questions.
#moneybackguarantee
This could possibly be the most unappreciated stat shared in the Spotify Wrapped reports that went out this week.
"40% hit play within 24 hours of a new episode drop." Regardless of the number of people who listen on Spotify, that's a huge indicator that people want to hear your stuff!
"40% hit play within 24 hours of a new episode drop." Regardless of the number of people who listen on Spotify, that's a huge indicator that people want to hear your stuff!
December 5, 2025 at 2:44 PM
This could possibly be the most unappreciated stat shared in the Spotify Wrapped reports that went out this week.
"40% hit play within 24 hours of a new episode drop." Regardless of the number of people who listen on Spotify, that's a huge indicator that people want to hear your stuff!
"40% hit play within 24 hours of a new episode drop." Regardless of the number of people who listen on Spotify, that's a huge indicator that people want to hear your stuff!
Did anyone's Spotify Wrapped list anyone other than Taylor Swift as the listener's #1 "Top Artist"?
I'd actually be surprised if they didn't. Please share!
I'd actually be surprised if they didn't. Please share!
December 4, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Did anyone's Spotify Wrapped list anyone other than Taylor Swift as the listener's #1 "Top Artist"?
I'd actually be surprised if they didn't. Please share!
I'd actually be surprised if they didn't. Please share!
The Podcast Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place in Orlando (the same place as Podfest) on the evening of January 16th.
I've been to six of them, and have a feeling I'm going to really regret missing this next one.
Get your pass at www.eventbrite.com/e/podcasting...
I've been to six of them, and have a feeling I'm going to really regret missing this next one.
Get your pass at www.eventbrite.com/e/podcasting...
December 1, 2025 at 9:50 PM
The Podcast Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony will take place in Orlando (the same place as Podfest) on the evening of January 16th.
I've been to six of them, and have a feeling I'm going to really regret missing this next one.
Get your pass at www.eventbrite.com/e/podcasting...
I've been to six of them, and have a feeling I'm going to really regret missing this next one.
Get your pass at www.eventbrite.com/e/podcasting...
The only way to become an O.G. at:
-Podcasting
-Cryptocurrency
-Using A.I.
is to start and then continue for years & years.
Even if you start now, you'll be an O.G. after many others quit, sell off, or the industry evolves.
But you'll be an O.G.
-Podcasting
-Cryptocurrency
-Using A.I.
is to start and then continue for years & years.
Even if you start now, you'll be an O.G. after many others quit, sell off, or the industry evolves.
But you'll be an O.G.
November 30, 2025 at 7:50 PM
The only way to become an O.G. at:
-Podcasting
-Cryptocurrency
-Using A.I.
is to start and then continue for years & years.
Even if you start now, you'll be an O.G. after many others quit, sell off, or the industry evolves.
But you'll be an O.G.
-Podcasting
-Cryptocurrency
-Using A.I.
is to start and then continue for years & years.
Even if you start now, you'll be an O.G. after many others quit, sell off, or the industry evolves.
But you'll be an O.G.
Does it make cents (pun intended) to pay for Podcast Award submissions?
The Podglomerate and Sounds Profitable will Host Webinar on Strategic Podcast Awards Budgeting on December 11th podnews.net/press-releas...
(Thanks to Podnews for bringing this to my attention via their newsletter).
The Podglomerate and Sounds Profitable will Host Webinar on Strategic Podcast Awards Budgeting on December 11th podnews.net/press-releas...
(Thanks to Podnews for bringing this to my attention via their newsletter).
November 29, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Does it make cents (pun intended) to pay for Podcast Award submissions?
The Podglomerate and Sounds Profitable will Host Webinar on Strategic Podcast Awards Budgeting on December 11th podnews.net/press-releas...
(Thanks to Podnews for bringing this to my attention via their newsletter).
The Podglomerate and Sounds Profitable will Host Webinar on Strategic Podcast Awards Budgeting on December 11th podnews.net/press-releas...
(Thanks to Podnews for bringing this to my attention via their newsletter).
Don't forget to update your copyright with the new year if you are ahead in your production!
Better yet, just leave the year out of the © line
Better yet, just leave the year out of the © line
November 29, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Don't forget to update your copyright with the new year if you are ahead in your production!
Better yet, just leave the year out of the © line
Better yet, just leave the year out of the © line
I can’t recall any of the personal finance shows that I edit discuss the Subsidy Cliff in 2026.
This is a BIG DEAL for many self employed people and small businesses. However, there’s not much to say about it for Employees except “health insurance is going up”.
This is a BIG DEAL for many self employed people and small businesses. However, there’s not much to say about it for Employees except “health insurance is going up”.
Why Health Insurance Backfired for My Team (And What I’m Doing Now) | Power in Numbers LIVE
Health insurance premiums are going up fast heading into 2026, and if you’re a small business owner, you’re probably feeling it whether you’re on a marketpla...
www.youtube.com
November 28, 2025 at 9:50 PM
I can’t recall any of the personal finance shows that I edit discuss the Subsidy Cliff in 2026.
This is a BIG DEAL for many self employed people and small businesses. However, there’s not much to say about it for Employees except “health insurance is going up”.
This is a BIG DEAL for many self employed people and small businesses. However, there’s not much to say about it for Employees except “health insurance is going up”.
November 28, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Why should podcasts be edited? I mean, we all want authenticity, right?
Books aren't edited. Movies aren't edited. Video shorts aren't edited (can you sense the sarcasm here?).
Watch the replay of "Why Podcasts SHOULD cut the CRAPP" stevestewart.me/why-podcasts...
Books aren't edited. Movies aren't edited. Video shorts aren't edited (can you sense the sarcasm here?).
Watch the replay of "Why Podcasts SHOULD cut the CRAPP" stevestewart.me/why-podcasts...
November 27, 2025 at 9:50 PM
Why should podcasts be edited? I mean, we all want authenticity, right?
Books aren't edited. Movies aren't edited. Video shorts aren't edited (can you sense the sarcasm here?).
Watch the replay of "Why Podcasts SHOULD cut the CRAPP" stevestewart.me/why-podcasts...
Books aren't edited. Movies aren't edited. Video shorts aren't edited (can you sense the sarcasm here?).
Watch the replay of "Why Podcasts SHOULD cut the CRAPP" stevestewart.me/why-podcasts...
Your partner called and asked what you wanted for Christmas.
Ummmm... www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1409...
Ummmm... www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1409...
November 27, 2025 at 2:44 PM
Your partner called and asked what you wanted for Christmas.
Ummmm... www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1409...
Ummmm... www.teepublic.com/t-shirt/1409...