Intro\nRandy gives you his best methods to come up with online topics.\n\nThings I use to come up with podcast (or blog) topics:\n\n\t\u2022 Aside from a lightbulb going off in my head, here are a few tools that I recommend assisting in coming up with blog post or podcast ideas.\n\t\t\u25cb Portent's Content Idea Generator - I feel like this is an oldie but a goodie, which I could potentially see being a decent tool for students wanting to come up with essay topics. The site has a clean interface with no distracting ads either! - https://www.portent.com/tools/title-maker\n\t\t\u25cb Google Trends - As much as I try to wean myself off Google, the trends tool is still amazing to find out what people are searching for. When something is trending on Google, if you're big about wanting to get some visits on a topic, it's a good idea to chime in on a trending topic. I personally haven't been big on investing in this area for myself, but If I'm working with a client that is looking for results, I will Definitely push them toward this. - https://trends.google.com/\n\t\t\u25cb Answer the Public - This tool find questions that people ask about the keyword you may be interesting. Do not miss out on trying this site. It's helpful regardless of if you're trying to get visitors or if you're trying to come up with ideas. I think this is a good power combo tool alongside Portent's Content Idea Generator, mentioned above. - https://answerthepublic.com\n\t\t\u25cb Pod Pros channel on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFnQ4xF1089NWFMmAe8brZg\nA Podcasting Consultant named Ashley has some wonderful videos on YouTube, and one video she covers 7 Podcast Segment Ideas. I think this video breaks it down quickly and will give you great ideas. She puts out 3 videos a week, and I've found these videos to be helpful to recommend to users in my podcasting groups. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_d_KWs7Hiek\n\t\t\u25cb Become a member of blogging or podcast groups and see what they're posting. Check their results, collaborate with them. Something I don't necessarily practice, as I'm preaching it. It is helpful though.\n\t\nFollow our Podcast\n\u25cf If you're a new listener to the Manly Hanley Podcast, we would love to hear from you. Visit our website and leave a comment. While you\u2019re there, be sure to subscribe to the newsletter! https://randyhanley.com/\n\u25cf Follow Randrums on twitter https://twitter.com/randrums\n\u25cf Like the Manley Hanley Podcast Facebook page. - https://www.facebook.com/manlyhanleypodcast