#183 - 8 Things That Are A Total Waste Of Money

What if the biggest thing slowing your podcast down is where you are spending your money? In this episode, I call out the spending habits that quietly stall podcast growth and create false confidence. I share what actually moves the needle, what looks impressive but delivers nothing, and how I learned these lessons the hard way. This episode is for podcasters who want real traction, not vanity wins, and who are ready to grow their podcast with intention instead of chasing shortcuts. Stop paying for progress that never shows up. Learn more about: A free 30-minute call with Kevin: https://calendly.com/kevinpalmieri/free-30-minute-podcast-breakthrough-session-with-kevin?month=2025-08 Podcast Growth Nation - https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FyLeJB5H5/ If you want to learn more about podcasts, reach out to Kevin: IG: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/ Email: [email protected] Need help with your podcast? Check out Next Level Podcast Solutions: https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-podcast-solutions/ 🎙️ If you want to start, grow, scale, or monetize your podcast? Join our “Next Level Podcast Accelerator” Use promocode: NLULISTENER , for 30% off - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/group-coaching/ Show notes: (1:44) Why ads fail without monetization (4:01) Paying for podcast networks explained (5:00) Fake views and reviews damage growth (6:24) Awards and paid interviews are overrated (9:31) Why hosts should read their own intros (10:34) Subscriptions you forgot to cancel (13:57) High-end gear before earning listeners (16:28) Courses from people who do not podcast (21:29) Outro Looking for a platform to record high-quality audio and video? We use Streamyard, and you can get a $10 credit by using my link: https://streamyard.com/pal/c/5352552165277696 If you’re looking for a new place to host your podcast, we use Buzzsprout . You get a $20.00 bonus if you use my link: https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=680114 Podcast Growth Nation is up and running! If you’re looking for a group of other amazing podcasters like you, here’s your spot! https://www.facebook.com/groups/3361307260840872 Send us a text 🎙️ Hosted by Kevin Palmieri With over 3,000 podcast episodes of experience, Kevin Palmieri brings you Podcast Growth University. Your go-to show for growing your podcast, building an audience, and monetizing your message. Learn the strategies that actually work from someone who’s done it consistently. Subscribe for weekly growth tactics that help you turn your podcast into a business