Where To Connect with Podcast Guests
Maybe you’re a host looking to do some cross-promotion by guesting on a different podcast, or Maybe you’re an industry expert looking to share you’re expertise and knowledge on a specialized subject. Whatever the reason, if you’re looking for how to guest on a podcast there are many platforms, apps, and websites dedicated to connected shows and potential guests with one another.
Some of these options require a fee to use their services, while others are completely free. This article will provide a list of these services, and a few brief notes letting you know what to expect for possible fees and insights into the platform.
Reddit — free
Reddit is a completely free home to thousands of communities, if you have an interest in something a subreddit probably exists for it. Two of these subreddits focused on connecting podcasts and guests are listed below.
r/podcastguests
r/podcastguestexchange
Matchmaker.fm — free with subscription plans
Matchmaker allows podcasts and potential guests to create public profiles and makes searching easy. They also have a companion app for messaging available on android and apple that is handy if you’re on-the-go.
Free
Limited functions and options
I use the free option and have had no complaints so far, some of my favorite guests have contacted through this resource.
Pro — $99/yr
Priority Listing
Unlimited conversations
Additional features
Concierge
This is their ultimate tier, with prices varying and matched to your needs
Podcast Guests — free with subscription plans
This platforms feels more targeted towards experts in fields, so if that’s what you are looking for this is the place for you.
Free
For being a guest you receive a weekly email with potential matches.
For finding guests, you fill out a form and submit to get featured in a future email.
Premium Listings — $29/month
Platinum Featured Expert — one time fee of $225
Don’t overlook the standard social media outlets for finding guests, these can also be wonderful tools for your podcast;
This post is a living article; more services will be added to this list over time.
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