Evergreen Podcasts
Hosted by Evergreen Podcasts
A meta-podcast where host Julie Holiday interviews other podcasters about their craft, process, and the stories behind their shows.
This is a 'show-within-a-show' for the Evergreen Podcasts network, acting as a public-facing platform to promote its roster of talent. Host Julie Holiday interviews the creators behind other Evergreen podcasts, using their experience as a lens to explore the art and business of podcasting. Each episode deconstructs a different show, covering its origin, the host's unique perspective, and practical tips on everything from research to audience growth.
“Instead of interviewing mainstream celebrity guests, the show spotlights working podcasters from its own network. This provides a grounded, 'from the trenches' perspective on creating a show, focusing on craft and process over fame.”
Who hosts this show
Evergreen Spotlight is the official showcase podcast for the Evergreen Podcasts network. Host Julie Holiday, a member of Evergreen's marketing team, sits down with the creators of other shows on the network to explore their content, creative process, and personal stories. The show serves as both a discovery engine for listeners and a masterclass for aspiring podcasters, drawing practical advice from hosts in diverse genres like true crime, history, comedy, and music.
Credentials & credits
- Host, Evergreen Spotlight
- Marketing Team, Evergreen Podcasts
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01Improve Your Storytelling SkillsFeb 28, 2025 · 14 min
- 02What Is It Like Being a Podcast Host?Feb 28, 2025 · 5 min
- 03For the Love of Podcasting: Wedding Planning with Leah HaslageFeb 12, 2025 · 23 min
- 04Top Podcasting Tips You Should KnowFeb 3, 2025 · 6 min
- 05Countdown to Success: Our Hosts' Top 10 Podcasting Tips Revealed!Jan 10, 2025 · 21 min
- 06What's it Like to Join a Podcast Network?Jan 6, 2025 · 4 min
- 07Benefits of Joining a Podcast Network: French History PodcastDec 19, 2024 · 22 min
- 08Making Your Passion Into a Podcast: Conspiracy TheoriesDec 6, 2024 · 24 min
Notable episodes
- 01Improve Your Storytelling Skills (with Feliks Banel)
A strong example of the show's format, this episode deconstructs historical podcasting, ethics in interviewing, and practical storytelling techniques.
- 02For the Love of Podcasting: Wedding Planning with Leah Haslage
Showcases how the host interviews a niche podcaster (wedding planning) to extract universal advice on managing stress, setting boundaries, and reviving a dormant show.
- 03Countdown to Success: Our Hosts' Top 10 Podcasting Tips Revealed!
This recap episode serves as a great introduction to the show's purpose, compiling the best advice from a year of guests on topics like planning and authenticity.
What you'll be asked on this show
Julie Holiday opens interviews by establishing the guest's unique background, often contrasting their podcasting life with a previous career in a different medium like TV or radio. [l438sYDMAck] She probes with curiosity-driven questions, frequently using phrases like 'I'm curious' or 'I would love to know' to create a collaborative, conversational feel. [5_bI6nlNEgs] Throughout the discussion, she is highly affirming, using phrases like "so good" and "I love it" to build rapport and encourage guests to elaborate. [8nHAdnstsgI] Many interviews conclude with a signature 'Rapid Fire' segment, a series of short, fun questions that reveal more about the guest's personality and their show's identity. [5_bI6nlNEgs]
Julie Holiday hosts with an affirming, conversational style, often sharing her own takeaways and building rapport with guests. [8nHAdnstsgI] Interviews flow naturally from topic to topic, but frequently conclude with a structured 'Rapid Fire' question round to cover several points quickly. [5_bI6nlNEgs, l438sYDMAck]
Questions Evergreen Podcasts keeps coming back to
13 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Evergreen Podcasts reaches for it.
craft
2- Q.01
“What is it like to be a podcast host from your perspective?”
Often asked early to contrast podcasting with a guest's prior career, such as TV or radio.
- Q.02
“How would you describe your podcast in one word?”
A rapid-fire question that challenges the guest to distill their show's core identity.
origin
1- Q.01
“How did you come across your podcast or get started with it?”
Used to uncover the origin story of the guest's show, especially if they inherited it or it was revived.
backstory
1- Q.01
“Can you fill our listeners in on the story of [a specific topic from your show]?”
This question invites the guest to showcase their storytelling skills by sharing a core narrative from their podcast.
process
2- Q.01
“How do you approach your research for the podcast?”
Seeks to understand the guest's production workflow and content-gathering methods.
- Q.02
“How far out do you schedule your content?”
A process-oriented question asked during the rapid-fire round to learn about production habits.
advice
2- Q.01
“How can aspiring podcasters get better at storytelling?”
Aims to extract actionable advice for the show's audience of fellow and future creators.
- Q.02
“Is there a common mistake your audience can avoid?”
This question is tailored to the guest's niche to provide practical, often money-saving, tips for listeners.
technique
1- Q.01
“Can you give a concrete example of [advice you just gave]?”
The host uses this follow-up to press for specific, actionable details after a guest offers general advice.
mindset
2- Q.01
“How do you manage [a specific stressor] related to your topic?”
This question explores the mindset and emotional challenges related to the guest's subject matter.
- Q.02
“Do you have a golden piece of advice, a quote, or a motto?”
A recurring rapid-fire question to capture the guest's core philosophy or a key takeaway.
future
1- Q.01
“Who would be a dream guest for your podcast?”
This question reveals the guest's aspirations and the ultimate direction they envision for their show.
industry
1- Q.01
“What's your favorite trend of the moment in your niche?”
Asks the guest to comment on the current state of their industry or topic.
Signature segments
- · Rapid Fire Questions
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Hosts of podcasts on the Evergreen Podcasts network. Guests are chosen to represent the network's genre diversity and can speak to both their show's specific subject matter and their broader podcasting process.
- Feliks Banelon Improve Your Storytelling Skills
- Leah Haslageon For the Love of Podcasting: Wedding Planning with Leah Haslage
- Gary Girodon Benefits of Joining a Podcast Network: French History Podcast
- Sean Barneson Making Your Passion Into a Podcast: Conspiracy Theories
- Chris DeMakeson Countdown to Success: Our Hosts' Top 10 Podcasting Tips Revealed!
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The podcast appears to be an internal marketing vehicle for the Evergreen Podcasts network itself, designed to cross-promote its shows rather than feature third-party sponsors.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch Evergreen Podcasts
People also ask
- Who is the host of Evergreen Spotlight?
- The host is Julie Holiday, who is also on the marketing team at Evergreen Podcasts.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's an interview-based podcast where Julie Holiday talks to hosts of other podcasts on the Evergreen network about their shows and their creative process.
- Is this podcast still being produced?
- Yes, based on the recent episode dates from early 2025, the podcast is actively releasing new content.
- Who are the typical guests?
- The guests are exclusively other podcast hosts from the Evergreen Podcasts network, covering a wide range of topics from history and true crime to weddings and pop culture.
- Where can I listen to the podcast?
- Evergreen Spotlight is available on the Evergreen Podcasts website and its official YouTube channel.
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- [01]Evergreen Spotlight Official Pageevergreenpodcasts.com
- [02]Evergreen Podcasts - The Teamevergreenpodcasts.com
- [03]Evergreen Podcasts YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [04]Episode: For the Love of Podcasting: Wedding Planning with Leah Haslageyoutube.com
- [05]Episode: From Kenneth Branagh to Keke Palmer | Pop Culture Confidentialyoutube.com
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