335. 2026 Podcast Predictions: What's Working and What's Not for More Visibility and Growth ft. Eric Singer w/ Coupe Studios, Boulder CO

Most people just want more downloads.. but what if you’re chasing the wrong metric?

In this episode, Samantha sits down with Eric Singer—Creative Director and Partner at Coupe Studios—to unpack what actually makes a podcast work: sound, storytelling, trust, and respect for the listener.

This isn’t about chasing downloads, viral clips, or overnight monetization. It’s about understanding podcasting as an intimate, neurological medium—and why authenticity, production choices, and identity alignment matter more than polish or reach.

Because podcasting isn’t about being everywhere, it’s about resonance, storytelling and connection to the listener.

🧠 Key Topics Discussed

• Why sound bypasses logic and goes straight to the nervous system

• Podcasting as the most intimate form of modern storytelling

• Raw vs. polished audio—and what actually builds trust

• Why authenticity matters more than production level

• The myth of instant monetization and vanity metrics

• Respecting your listener’s time as a leadership practice

• Why aligned audiences outperform large ones

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Connect with Eric + Coupe Studios:

• Connect with Eric on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-singer-audio

• Coupe Studios in Boulder Colorado: https://coupestudios.com/

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