Coming to Feed Drops and what we Reviewed in July
Feed Drops on Substack is now Feed Drops Monthly
🎙️ Big News: Expert Articles Are Live!
Starting in August, Feed Drops Monthly is leveling up. We’re thrilled to introduce a brand-new benefit for our paid subscribers: weekly exclusive expert-written articles, curated just for you.
These aren’t just blog posts. They’re real-world insights, proven strategies, and unfiltered advice from podcasting pros who’ve built audiences, landed dream guests, and turned their shows into powerful engines for growth and connection.
Why are we doing this? Because podcasting is evolving fast, and to stay ahead, you need more than motivation. You need a clear path, guided by those who’ve walked it.
Whether you’re refining your message, rethinking your monetization, or launching your first show, we are here to help move you forward.
👉 If you’re a free subscriber, now’s the time to leap.
For the cost of one fancy coffee and a doughnut a month, you’ll unlock the kind of high-impact knowledge that can save you hours of guesswork and years of trial and error.
🚀 Go pro. Get the edge. Join the premium tier today and start building your podcasting future with confidence.
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Big News: Feed Drops Monthly Welcomes Michael Birchfield as Our New Partner
Podcasting is at its best when collaboration fuels creativity, and today, we’re taking that to a whole new level.
I’m thrilled to announce that Michael Birchfield, podcast producer, strategist, and all-around creative force, is joining Feed Drops Monthly as our new partner.
Michael’s résumé spans award-winning productions, content strategies for multimillion-dollar brands, and leadership roles in organizations pushing the boundaries of space, science, and storytelling. He knows how to connect the dots between creativity, technology, and mission-driven content, and now, he’s bringing that expertise to you.
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Education Through Example: How Podcasters Can Learn by Listening
In "Education Through Example: How Podcasters Can Learn by Listening," we break down the art of reverse-engineering great shows so you can elevate your storytelling, polish your sound, and hook audiences like a pro.
You’ll learn:
✅ What to listen for in masterful episodes
✅ How to turn any podcast into a blueprint for your own
✅ Why this free exercise can fast-track your monetization goals
Plus — get the inside scoop on The Sonic Laboratory, our new creative incubator for podcasters who want to sharpen their craft through intentional, group-based listening sessions.
If you’re ready to build better episodes, one insight at a time — this one’s for you.
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Why Your Podcast Feels Too Long, and Why That's Exactly What Your Audience Wants
Podcasters everywhere stress over the same question: How long should my episodes be?
The truth? Your audience doesn’t care about minutes; they care about value. Whether your show runs 15 minutes or 50, listeners will stay as long as you’re giving them something worth hearing.
In "Why Your Podcast Feels Too Long, and Why That’s Exactly What Your Audience Wants," we bust the myth of the “perfect runtime” and show you:
✅ Why long episodes aren’t the problem, misaligned expectations are
✅ How audio thrives where video often struggles
✅ The secret to using short-form video as your best traffic driver
✅ The simple mindset shift that will free you from the length trap
If you’ve been trimming your episodes just to fit some made-up rule, stop.
Let the story set the pace. Deliver the value. And your audience will follow you to the very last word.
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Podcasts we reviewed in July
MCA Scuttlebutt
In this episode of Feed Drops, host Brian Colburn reviews MCA Scuttlebutt, featuring Jonathan JT Taylor, president of the Scout Sniper Association.
Love Mary Kill
In this episode of Feed Drops, host Brian Colburn reviews a powerful bonus episode from the True Crime Podcast "Love Mary Kill," focusing on the harrowing case of the Decker sister’s murder.
Seven Minute Leadership
In this episode of Feed Drops, host Brian Colburn spotlights the podcast 'Seven Minute Leadership,’ hosted by EMS Chief Paul Falavolito.
Leaders of Tomorrow
In this episode of Feed Drops, podcast reviewer Brian Colburn dives into the “Leaders of Tomorrow” podcast, featuring a conversation with Retired Fire Chief Randy Bruegman.
History Unhinged
Join Brian Colburn in this episode of Feed Drops as he reviews an enthralling crossover episode between History Unhinged and PNW Haunts and Homicides. Dive into the haunted and historical facets of Portland’s Crystal Hotel.
Somewhere out there is a friend who’s about to thank you for sending them this email. That “Oh my gosh, I loved that!” text? That’s the magic we’re chasing. If you found something here worth talking about, pass it along. Good podcasts are meant to be shared — and so are good friends.