The Perfect Podcast Launch: Maximising Your First 10 Episodes
In this episode of Start, Grow & Monetise Your Podcast, hosts Alex Chisnall and James Burtt reveal the ultimate blueprint for launching a successful podcast. Whether you're a first-time host or looking to relaunch with impact, this step-by-step guide covers everything from building pre-launch hype to keeping the momentum going post-launch.
Discover why the first 10 episodes are critical, how to leverage audience engagement, and what common mistakes to avoid during launch week. With over 400 launches between them, Alex and James share real-world examples, expert tips, and actionable tactics to help your podcast hit the charts—and stay there.
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What You'll Learn in This Episode:
The ideal timeline for building pre-launch hype
How to engage your audience before your show even drops
What to do (and what to avoid) during launch week
The critical importance of your first 10 episodes
How to keep your show growing after the launch buzz fades
Platform-specific tips for maximising your reach and downloads
Key Takeaways:
Launching with 3+ episodes and a trailer increases your chart success
The algorithm heavily favours new podcasts in the first 6–8 weeks
Pre-launch community involvement turns listeners into superfans
Launch week needs a precise schedule—don’t wing it
Consistency and planning post-launch are what separates hobbyists from pros
Recommended Tools & Resources:
Spotify for Podcasters – for publishing & analytics
Captivate.fm / Buzzsprout / Libsyn – podcast hosting platforms
Otter.ai – transcription tool for repurposing content
ChatGPT / Canva – for creating blogs, carousels, and social assets
SGMYP Launch Plan Course – full step-by-step roadmap
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In this show, we discuss:
podcast launch strategy, how to launch a podcast, first 10 podcast episodes, podcasting for beginners, podcast launch checklist, podcast promotion tips, grow your podcast audience, launch podcast on Spotify, podcast pre-launch marketing, podcast episode planning, podcast consistency tips, SGMYP podcast, James Burtt, Alex Chisnall, podcast algorithm Spotify, podcast discoverability Apple Podcasts
How To Start, Grow and Monetise Your Podcast
How To Start, Grow, and Monetise Your Podcast with James Burtt & Alex ChisnallTurn your podcast idea into an impactful brand and income stream! Join podcast experts James and Alex—who have launched 400+ top-charting podcasts—as they share practical and tactical steps to build, grow, and monetise your show. Each episode delivers actionable tips on podcast equipment, content strategy, audience growth, and brand monetisation to help you thrive in podcasting.Perfect for entrepreneurs, content creators, and anyone ready to amplify their voice, this is your weekly guide to profitable podcasting. Join the free Pod School community for exclusive resources, trainings, and support.Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, Amazon Music, and many more.
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