Affiliate Marketing for Podcasters

Quick answer: Affiliate = mention a product with a special link that pays you commission on purchase. A 5,000-listener podcast at 0.5% conversion = $500-5000/month passive. Secret: only products you actually use.

3 Types of Affiliate Links

• Software / SaaS — recurring monthly commission (20-50% recurring)
• Physical products — Amazon Associates (1-10% one-time)
• Digital products / courses — 30-50% one-time

Recommended Programs for Podcasters

How to Mention in a Podcast

1. Tell the story — how you use the product
2. Describe specific problem it solved
3. Measurable result (saved me 5 hours per week)
4. Give disclaimer (this is affiliate)
5. Give the discount code if exists

Trust-Breaking Mistakes

• Mentioning a product you haven't used
• Link with no disclaimer (FTC requires it)
• 3+ affiliate links per episode
• Link to product that doesn't fit your audience