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The CLIPPED Podcast

The Clipped podcast is our flagship show, produced in-house at The Podcast Haven. Each week, we break down the strategies, tools, and workflows that help content creators grow faster and monetize smarter.

Hosted by Eric Montgomery—founder of The Podcast Haven—Clipped features solo episodes and expert interviews focused on podcasting, video, SEO, affiliate marketing, and creative business strategy.

If you're serious about building an audience or turning content into revenue, this is the podcast to bookmark.

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How to Create YouTube Thumbnails That Get Clicks with Nano Banana in Google AI Studio

If you’ve been struggling with YouTube thumbnails, Nano Banana might be the tool you didn’t know you needed. Built into Google AI Studio, this feature lets creators design thumbnails quickly,…

Jonathan Lane and Mike Turner of Clearly Music explain the role of a music supervisor in a recording studio.

Why Every Creator Needs to Understand Music Supervision: A Conversation with Clearly Music

In this episode, we sit down with Jonathan Lane and Mike Turner of Clearly Music to unpack the often-misunderstood world of music supervision — and why creators across YouTube, Podcasts,…

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Professional YouTube Setup For Under $250

Want to start creating excellent sounding and looking content without dropping thousands on gear? Here’s the thing everyone’s missing,  you don’t need expensive equipment to build a professional YouTube setup.…

Robert Teegarden Smiling wearing a Kings baseball cap and gray t-shirt speaking into a podcast microphone with text "Success is not about views, it's about this..." on a beige background

From Music Business to Video Production: A Creative’s Journey Through Industry Evolution Ft. Robert Teegarden

In this episode, Eric sits down with Robert Teegarden, a creative professional whose journey from music business to video production offers valuable insights for modern creators navigating today’s digital landscape.…

Collaborative Storytelling in Filmmaking: Why Josh Emerick Rejects High-Volume Content

In this episode of CLIPPED, I sit down with Josh Emerick—founder of JECP (Josh Emerick Creative Partners)—to talk about collaborative storytelling in filmmaking, why depth beats output, and how he…

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3 Best Portable Podcast Setups for Travel

Whether you’re poolside, road-tripping, or hiding out in a cabin somewhere, podcasting doesn’t have to stop just because you’re not in your home studio. If you’ve been searching for the…

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Creator Economy News Roundup: Spotify’s $5K Ad Credits, New Gear from KRK, and Podcast Movement 2025

Coming off the long July 4th weekend, I’m back with three fast updates shaping the creator economy this summer. From gear drops to platform moves, there’s a lot happening—and a…

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How to Rerun Podcast Episodes Without Losing Listeners

Rerunning old podcast episodes isn’t lazy—it’s smart. In this episode, I break down why replaying your greatest hits can actually help grow your show, re-engage your audience, and give you…

Eric Montgomery with microphone and headphones promoting how to start a podcast for under $100

How To Start a Podcast For Under $100 with Quality Equipment

Want to launch a podcast without draining your bank account? In this episode of Clipped, you’ll learn how to start a podcast for under $100 using gear and tools that…

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