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<\/figure>\n\n\n\nIf there\u2019s one thing that\u2019s clear from the responses, it\u2019s that<\/strong> creators have strong feelings about this topic either way.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n In this piece, we’ll dive into why some podcaster respondents avoid listening to others in their space, and how intentional, selective listening can actually strengthen your show rather than dilute it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n First, let’s give some space to why some podcasters choose not to listen to other shows in their niche.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Understandably, some creators worry about accidental plagiarism and have legitimate concerns about losing their originality if other podcasters’ ideas bleed into their show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One podcaster implied there’s a direct correlation between listening to other podcasts and losing originality. He told us straight up: “I don\u2019t want to be like other shows in my niche<\/em>.” <\/p>\n\n\n\n Jayna Marie, the host of Big Lash Energy podcast, also told us that listening to adjacent shows in her niche doesn’t feel right to her:<\/p>\n\n\n\n “For some reason, listening to other shows like mine doesn\u2019t sit right in my spirit. As someone who prides herself as being unique, I never want to feel like I\u2019m being influenced by or copying someone else. I\u2019d rather know my content\/ format \/ editing style is all me. The best part is, that\u2019s the feedback I get the most: \u201cI\u2019ve never heard a show like yours before!<\/em>\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2013 Jayna Marie, Big Lash Energy<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n But while these are totally valid concerns, you can avoid these risks with the right approach \u2013 and doing so could massively benefit your show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n So now, let’s consider why listening to similar shows in your niche can help you make an even better podcast, while retaining what makes your show unique.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Hopefully you started your podcast because you have a genuine interest and passion for that topic. So why would you stop consuming content about it just because you’re making your own? <\/p>\n\n\n\n Listening to other shows in your niche helps you retain that buzz, and your enthusiasm will shine through in your show. <\/p>\n\n\n\n OK, so some creators worry that they might subconsciously copy another podcaster’s work if they tune in, which is a totally fair concern. <\/p>\n\n\n\n But the flip side of this argument is that listening to others’ shows can help ensure you don’t<\/em> do this<\/em>. When you keep tabs on what other hosts in your niche are saying and how they’re saying it, you get the information you need to keep your content original.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wider listening also helps you identify gaps and come up with new angles that other hosts in your niche aren’t talking about. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Sure, you might know more about your niche than anyone (if you may say so yourself!), but that doesn’t necessarily mean you’re entirely ‘in the know’ about the topic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Staying abreast of your niche means also paying attention to people you disagree with, podcasters who occupy a different position in the discussion or have beliefs that are contra to your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n One podcaster explained what keeping on top of the whole discussion looks like for her:<\/p>\n\n\n\n “The other podcasts in my niche are from the doctor perspective, so I like to hear what they have to say. I remind myself that my patient perspective will be different and it\u2019s best if I don\u2019t compare myself<\/em>” <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2013 Denise Allen, Healing Our Sight podcast<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Keeping on top of what other podcasters are doing, what they’re talking about and what their listeners seem interested in is just as important as you delivering your episode plan to your own audience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Another host told us: <\/p>\n\n\n\n “I like to hear other perspectives on history and learn from experts in the field. We learn from each other to give the most complete picture possible about history and how we got to this point<\/em>” <\/p>\n\n\n\n \u2013 Pete Stamm, That History Podcast<\/a><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n Podcasting is deeply community-driven, so choosing not to get involved in the wider community of your niche would be a wasted opportunity. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Running a podcast isn’t about you being the sole oracle in your niche. It’s about being part of a community that cares about the topic, and sometimes that means eating some humble pie. Listening to other shows, leaving reviews and engaging with other hosts and listeners on social media brings you deep into that community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Andrew Martin, host of The Family Histories Podcast<\/a>, told us, “I often Like, Share, or Comment on their posts because my niche’s podcasts feel like a community<\/em>“.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhy Some Creators Choose Not to Listen <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Why Listening to Similar Shows Will Help You Make a Better Podcast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Brings you deep into the community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n