Bad Podcast Pitches

Bad Podcast Pitches



There are tons of bad pitches out there. Listen to the bad ones to recognize them when you receive them and avoid sending them yourself.

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26 January 2026

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Slimy tactics. That's what I think we have this time.

Uncover why promises of increased YouTube podcast visibility often fall flat for audio shows. Learn actionable ways to recognize and avoid getting caught by misleading podcast pitches.

This week’s pitch comes from Eric of Steele Watching: A Remington Steele Podcast.


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Get a behind-the-scenes look at how some email marketing tactics use fake reply chains and snarky responses to push you into action, along with a breakdown of why these approaches hurt real podcasters like us. We demonstrate how common manipulation tactics in email pitches exploit our instincts and outline verification steps, such as checking timestamps and authentic replies.

You also learn how this pitch misses the mark for audio-only podcasts looking to make waves on YouTube. We explain why claims of gaining "5,000 new viewers" are hollow if your podcast only features a static image. We provide steps to identify and avoid misleading offers, allowing you to concentrate on effective growth strategies that genuinely engage your audience.

https://podcast.badpodcastpitches.com/episodepage/13



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Chapters

(00:00) The Setup

(01:25) The Pitch

(03:10) My Thoughts

(05:55) Eric's Thoughts

(09:55) Send Your Bad Pitches


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