74. Review: Podcast Databases and Networking Sites

Recently I've been getting asked a lot of questions about podcast networks and databases - are they worth your time or money? Podcast databases are usually Software As A Service (or SAAS) products that allow you to search, network, and pitch podcast hosts (or guests). So because they keep coming up, and it's likely to be the kind of service that keeps on growing, I decided to take a closer look at them, along with Kim Stewart, our Account Exec here at The Podwize Group. We chose to review four podcast databases - Podcast Hawk, Podcast Guests, PodMatch, and The Podcast Collaborative. We describe how each works, the different price points, what the user experience is like, and who we think will benefit from using them. Full disclosure: although there are some definite benefits for this kind of service, I don't think any of them is going to change the way that we go about things at the Podwize Group. However, if you're just getting started guesting on podcasts, these services can give you a real jump-start. And the fact that most of them offer a free membership or a trial period for you to experiment and check out what is offered is a no-brainer to see what they can do for you. Topics covered include: What a podcast database is and isn't Why using a Podcast Database can be good for Podcast Guests who don't have the time to research new shows - and how they can help Podcast Hosts to find guests Our main issue with all of these services is how do you build meaningful relationships? Our reviews of four Podcast Databases - with pros and cons for Podcast Hawk, Podcast Guests, PodMatch, and The Podcast Collaborative A reminder of the benefits of appearing on so-called "small" shows - the riches are in the niches! The benefits of joining the Podwize Co-Op Full show notes and resources: https://www.thepodwizegroup.com/podcast-databases-networking-sites