# Sonic Branding: Why Podcast Engagement Beats Downloads | Neil Cowling

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Published: 2026-07-29T10:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://voiceoversandvocals.com/blog/audio-branding/sonic-branding-why-podcast-engagement-beats-downloads-neil-cowling/
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“ We did a sort of special launch episode with the King, um, who’s so knowledgeable, so passionate, you know. I don’t know whether he’d just read up about it, but it doesn’t feel like it. It feels like it really tapped into something that he wants to talk about and knows how to talk about. Um, so yeah, a dream guest, frankly, in so many ways. Um, and Kate’s a great interviewer, and there are another three episodes of that after it, but yeah, it was. When you talk about sonic branding, you know, there aren’t many people in the world whose voice everybody recognizes.” – Neil Cowling This episode is the second half of my conversation with podcast and audio promotions expert Neil Cowling as we discuss the scams and pitfalls of podcast promotion, why podcasting’s evolved a more collaborative culture than traditional radio, and what the King of England has for breakfast. As always, if you have questions for my guest, you’re welcome to reach out through the links in the show notes. If you have questions for me, visit audiobrandingpodcast.com , where you’ll find a lot of ways to get in touch. Plus, subscribing to the newsletter will let you know when the new podcasts are available, along with other interesting bits of audio-related news. And if you’re getting some value from listening, the best ways to show your support are to share this podcast with a friend and leave an honest review . Both those things really help, and I’d love to feature your review on future podcasts. You can leave one either in written or in voice format from the podcast’s main page. I would so appreciate that. (12:28) – How Sound Influences Brand Identity My conversation with Neil continues as he tells us his process for building an authentic connection between a brand and podcast. “We do try and spend…

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