What Makes This Great? Behind the Scenes With David Hooper
David Hooper published an episode where he gives the "behind the scenes" view of his interview with Dolly Parton on his Build a Big Podcastt show.
I've known Dave for years and respect his insights and snarkiness, and when I heard this episode, I felt compelled to tell everyone about it. That triggered me. Why exactly was I sharing this? Today I brought Dave on as I dissected his episode and got his comments.
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What I Liked About This Episode
Dave would increase the pressure by talking about the stakes of the situation. There was also a lot of "I wonder what happens next," which is always great.
At one point, he launched into a story that somewhat relieved the pressure and helped establish Dave's street credibility (he has interviewed a TON of people on his Music Business Radio show).
You will also hear Dave be vulnerable as he shares his thoughts on the interview with Dolly. Ultimately, you can't wait to hear how the interview goes. Did it happen? Was it good? Did Dave cry? Did he blow it? You can hear the uninterrupted full version of the episode at https://podcast.bigpodcast.com/audio/9113/571115
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Podcaster / Author / Radio Personality
David Hooper is a podcasting strategist, author, and marketing expert known for helping creators grow audiences, build influence, and monetize their content.
Podcasting & Media
David is the host of Build a Big Podcast, where he shares practical advice on podcast growth, branding, and audience development. His work focuses on helping podcasters stand out in a crowded space by developing a clear message and consistent content strategy.
Author & Speaker
He is the author of Big Podcast, a book that outlines proven methods for:
Growing a loyal podcast audience
Positioning yourself as an authority
Turning content into income
David is also a speaker and consultant, working with individuals and organizations to improve their messaging and marketing effectiveness.
Marketing Expertise
His background includes radio promotion and digital marketing, which informs his approach to podcasting. He emphasizes:
Building a strong personal brand
Understanding audience psychology
Creating content that connects and converts
Philosophy
David Hooper is known for encouraging creators to:
Think beyond downloads and focus on influence
Treat podcasting as a long-term business asset
Be intentional with branding and positioning
