How to Turn Your Podcast Into Public Speaking Opportunities with Marianne Hickman

Takeaways

Podcasters already have a stage and can use their show as a stepping stone into public speaking.
Building your own events and opportunities is often the fastest way to grow as a speaker.
Podcasting builds credibility, visibility, SEO value, and stronger audience relationships.
The best speakers focus on serving the audience rather than sounding perfect.
Social media is rented space, so creators should also build email lists and owned platforms.

In this episode of Abbey the Podcast Lady, Abbey Graves sits down with Marianne Hickman to explore the connection between podcasting and public speaking. Marianne shares how aspiring speakers can stop waiting for permission and start creating their own opportunities by hosting events, guesting on podcasts, and building platforms they control. The conversation covers podcast credibility, audience growth, speaking strategy, and why podcasters are often more ready for the stage than they realize. If you want to grow your brand, expand your reach, and use your voice more intentionally, this episode is packed with practical insight.

Key Topics Covered:

How podcasting can lead to public speaking opportunities
Why creators should build their own stage
The different types of stages: digital vs. physical, owned vs. borrowed
How podcasting increases authority and search visibility
Why audience service matters more than sounding scripted
The importance of owning your audience through email and CRM tools
Networking, guesting, and using your podcast to build real relationships

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