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Podcast Editors Mastermind

Podcast Editors Mastermind

By: Steve Stewart Mark Deal
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Do you like podcast editing? Are you a Podcast Editor or want to be a Podcast Editor? This is the show for you. It's for Podcast Editors, by Podcast Editors. We mastermind topics with your peers, industry leaders, and talk about podcast editing as a career or serious side-hustle. Follow the show, get involved in the Podcast Editors Club Facebook group, and stay in touch with the latest events and news through the newsletter at https://www.PodcastEditorAcademy.com/newsletter. When you're ready, consider joining us in the Podcast Editor Academy! This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy© Podcast Editor Academy Politics & Government
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  • Just another PodCon, or is PM SXSW the Industry Leading Event?

    Just another PodCon, or is PM SXSW the Industry Leading Event?
    Mar 25 2026

    In the ever-evolving podcast industry, attending big podcons events can be pivotal for creators and service providers alike.

    Chad Parizman shares his experience from the new Podcast Movement SXSW event in March 2026.

    I ask Chad:

    1. What was different?
    2. How much did he spend?
    3. Was it worth it?
    4. Will he go again?

    About Chad Parizman

    Chad provides Podcast Production and Strategy for brands and organizations. Connect with him at https://www.adercommunications.com or on LinkedIn

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    40 mins
  • Storytelling as a Service, with Pat Fenner and Mark Deal

    Storytelling as a Service, with Pat Fenner and Mark Deal
    Mar 4 2026
    "Storytelling as a Service” (SaaS, as Mark Deal would say) is a way Podcast Managers, Producers, and even Editors can make money on the development of a serialized, documentary-style podcast.Mark Deal and Pat Fenner created “Habitat: Heart, Hammer, and Home”, a documentary podcast about housing, hope, and the people building stronger communities. The project serves as a proof of concept for a higher-tier service, with the core idea of creating compelling, narrative-driven audio experiences that differentiate your offerings in a crowded market.Key moments:(05:43) How Storytelling as a Service Benefits Podcast Professionals(08:10) Challenges in Storytelling as a Service(12:43) Benefits of Storytelling as a Service(24:13) Resource Management and Project Momentum(28:12) Inspirations for Storytelling and Structuring Content(30:34) The Importance of Connection in Podcasting (even for us Editors)(32:54) Song: Level Up the Craft!Our GuestsAbout Pat Fenner:Pat is a podcast producer and strategic storyteller who helps business owners get their message from the mic to the masses. She specializes in story-forward podcasts for coaches, consultants, and service-based brands that build connection.As both a producer and author, she knows how to find the signal in the noise—and turn it into content people actually want to hear, share, and stick with.Get Pat's glossary of Podcast-related words free https://www.patfenner.me/PodWordsAbout Mark Deal:Mark's background begins in engineering and data science, then moved into global corporate marketing and strategy. Over time, that evolved into what he does today… help people think clearly, make better decisions, and build systems that actually hold up in the real world.Mark has been working in the podcast industry since 2013, and that journey led to the creation of Podcast Editor Academy, Podcast Atlanta, Podcast Guest Academy, and several other podcasting communities serving more than 15,000 members combined.A lot of his work lives at the intersection of structure and conversation. I help editors and producers step back, see the bigger picture, and design their business in a way that supports the life they actually want to live.Inside Podcast Editor Academy, Mark work alongside Steve Stewart to guide conversations, shape the direction of the community, and help members navigate the decisions that come with growth… from first clients to long-term sustainability.Join the Podcast Editor Academy while the doors are still open.Resources mentioned in the show:Podcast: Habitat: Heart, Hammer, and HomePat Fenner's website | InstagramGet Pat's glossary of Podcast-related words freeBook: Building a StoryBrand 2.0 by Donald MillerMark Deal Podcast Editor Academy | PodATL______________________________Tools we used:*Riverside.fm to RECORDWe used Riverside to record this episode and create video shorts for marketing the show.*WhisperTranscribe for SHOW NOTESWhisperTranscribe assisted in the crafting of this episode description. It probably saved me 30 minutes by providing a summary and a list of chapters.PodChapters for podcast chaptersThe fastest way to add chapters to mp3s from an outline, or have the AI tool generate them for you. I probably save at least 2-4 minutes over using another AI tool to generate them and another 4-5 minutes from embedding them to the mp3. PodChapters does it all.*Captivate.fm for our podcast MEDIA HOSTCaptivate offers amazing features, including dynamic insertion tools, embedded chapters, and Blocks/Shortcodes to quickly add content to show notes (like this section you are reading right now)*Use of the above affiliate links may earn us a commission, which is used to support the efforts of this show. Thank you in advance for your support!______________________________Mentioned in this episode:Podcast Editor AcademyNew, Events, and Tips in the Podcast Editor Industry NewsletterPodcast Editing NEWS, Podcast Editing EVENTS, and Podcast Editing TIPS... You can get all this information FREE by subscribing to the Podcast Editor Industry newsletter. Podcast Editor Industry NewsletterThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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    37 mins
  • Flowers Instead of Rush Fees: How to Deal With Clients Who Are Late

    Flowers Instead of Rush Fees: How to Deal With Clients Who Are Late
    Feb 11 2026
    Implementing fees without alienating clients is a key challenge for contractors like us. Things become exceedingly difficult when trying to balance a normal full-time workload and "incentivize" clients to send their files on time.What are the options we have to shuffle jobs around to accommodate a client who "needs it tomorrow"? Angelina Gurrola and Charles Commins provide solutions you can use in your own business.Key moments:(00:00) Defining Late and Rush Fees(06:35) Enforcing Fees Without Alienating Clients(12:13) Including Fees in Proposals and Contracts(15:38) Client Choices and Boundaries(22:00) Transparency and Trust in Client Relationships(27:53) Preventing Late Submissions and Rush Jobs(35:54) Percentage vs. Flat Rate Rush FeesResources mentioned in the show:Charles was Non-Employee of the Week (week 38)Thanks to Chad Parizman and Alejandro Ramirez for their contributionsSee flowers sent instead of paying a Rush Fee__________________________Our Panel:Angelina Gurrola is a podcast producer, manager, and strategist offering full-service launch and monthly management packages to creative businesses & brands.She helps her clients connect more deeply with their audience, disrupt the status quo, and create a profitable ecosystem of content through values-aligned support, systems, and accountability.A former music producer & current DJ, Angelina resides in Chicago with her cats, hobbies, and a growing vinyl collection.Website: https://wildwavepodcasting.comThreads: https://www.threads.com/@_angelinagurrolaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angelina-gurrolaCharles Commins is the host of the award winning It's All Cobblers To Me podcast, founder of podcast production company, Vibrant Sound Media and co-runner of the largest UK podcaster community, MIC's Podcast Club.From Warrington, Charles spends most of his time running - be that for exercise or simply chasing his two kids around!Website: https://vibrantsoundmedia.com______________________________Tools we used:*Riverside.fm to RECORDWe used Riverside to record this episode and create video shorts for marketing the show.*PodChapters for CHAPTERSPodChapters allows us to create chapters, incorporate them into the MP3 and RSS feed, and include chapters in the show notes.*Captivate.fm for our podcast MEDIA HOSTWe use Captivate to host the podcast. Captivate offers amazing features for a low monthly price, including full control of dynamic insertion, embedded chapters, and Blocks/Shortcodes to quickly add content to show notes (either static or dynamically!)*Use of the above affiliate links may earn us a commission, which is used to support the efforts of this show. Thank you in advance for your support!______________________________Mentioned in this episode:New, Events, and Tips in the Podcast Editor Industry NewsletterPodcast Editing NEWS, Podcast Editing EVENTS, and Podcast Editing TIPS... You can get all this information FREE by subscribing to the Podcast Editor Industry newsletter. Podcast Editor Industry NewsletterPodcast Editor AcademyThis podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy
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    50 mins
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