Podcutz

Every video tells a story.

That mission is the initiative behind my brand, Podcutz: a global post-production company that’s shaping the podcasting world.

We built it for podcast studios, creators, coaches and consultants who want to stay in their zone of genius while we handle the technical heavy lifting.

Together, we’ve created a system that delivers:
1. High end video assets for podcast marketing
2. Enhanced quality and revenue
3. A seamless system that makes all of this consistent

All without borders because great talent (and stories) live everywhere.

Founder

Mindstream

What began as a casual conversation with Adam Biddlecombe about his videos turned into a full-blown creative partnership. 1.8 years later, I’m leading video and design at Mindstream, working with a team that’s as thoughtful as it is ambitious.

It’s been a journey of learning, experimentation, and growth within a company that genuinely cares. The role gives me the best of both worlds: creative autonomy and a shared mission.

Along the way, I’ve been able to:
1. Lead video and design projects at Mindstream
2. Collaborate with a thoughtful, ambitious team
3. Balance creative autonomy with a shared vision
4. Grow through constant learning and experimentation

It goes on to show how sometimes the most unexpected conversations spark the most meaningful work.

Head of Video and Design

NewForm

Production of high retention short form video ads to assist in brand growth and engagement.

Performance Video Editor

Video Editor

Helping brands turn podcasts into high-converting content that fuels brand growth.

At Podcutz, we don’t just edit podcasts.
We turn them into viral, high-converting and impactful content.

If you’re anything like our clients, you know how to create great video content.

But it can be a headache to get there.

I’m sure you know the struggle:
→ Low quality videos
→ The expense and time taken for multiple revisions
→ The stress of finding and managing the right talent

Podcutz is the answer.
We solve all of the above and more.

So far, we’ve helped over 75 clients:

-Turn long-form video content into attention-grabbing, viral clips
-Save time podcasting and in turn become more consistent
-Monetise podcast content (and save money in the process)
-Win more clients, customers and leads with ease
-Attract key media attention

…And achieve any other goals you may have.

Whether you’re:

↳ A creator struggling to grow your podcast
↳ A small team with no editing support
↳ Or a production company who want to boost revenue

We help brands and creators do just that through a simple, two-step system:

You send us your recordings.
We work our magic and send you back polished, social media-ready video assets.

No need to worry about the stress of managing a team, overseeing freelancers or paying expensive agency fees.

As one of the leading post-production startups, we have helped our clients achieve some amazing results, such as:

➡️Halving post-production costs and improving video quality for an American brand
➡️Scaling from 2 clients to 10+ for an independent filmmaker
➡️Tripling revenue for a British production company

How can we work together?
1. White-label partnerships
2. Project-by-project collaborations
3. Monthly editing packages 

With us, your video content can be your biggest asset.

If you want to find out more, send me a DM or book a call with me here - https://meetings.hubspot.com/nakram

If you’re not quite ready yet, that’s fine too. I post content on here showing you what my journey looks like as co-founder of Podcutz and I also talk about all things video, editing and podcasting.

Thanks for reading :)

I made the biggest decision of my life last week.

I got married.

Even though I am only 22 years old...
This has been one of my biggest goals.

And I am so proud to have achieved it.

But why did I decide to get married at a young age?

1️⃣ I decided to marry early to be more accountable, responsible and more focused towards my other goals in life. Now that one part of my life is so complete, I feel like I can turn my attention to the other areas with much less stress.

2️⃣ I think the relationship between husband and wife is a bond unlike any other. It's the best relationship in terms of friendship and trust. Honestly? I needed that.

3️⃣ I believe that marrying early and having a simple wedding has a lot more benefits than marrying later in life when you might be able to afford a much more grand wedding. I decided I didn't want to delay something I really want just because it could be more luxurious in the future. 

4️⃣ I feel that marrying early gives a couple a chance to grow emotionally together and create a lifetime of happiness with one another!

5️⃣ I will give this message to my community as it's what inspired me on this journey: lead with a simple Nikkah (Islamic marriage ceremony) and a good Walima (from the boy's side) and marry as soon as possible. I personally think a man is incomplete without his wife and Islam also says that your wife is half of your deen.

Some people might ask why I'm sharing this on LinkedIn?

This platform is all about work, work, work.

But we often forget that the whole point of work...
Is to live.

And marriage is one of the biggest decisions you'll ever make in your life.

So it doesn't matter if you're a broke student or a multi-millionaire business owner...

If you want to get married and have found your person, follow your heart ♥️

Noman Akram 

Founder of Podcutz | Helping Production Companies Triple Revenue | Turning Podcasts into Viral Content

(Realistic) Day in the life of a Muslim founder:


6 AM
→ Wake up
→ Pray Fajr

7 AM 
→ Go running
→ Have breakfast

9 AM
→ Attend classes
→ Check in with Podcutz team

1 PM
→ Talk to my family back in Pakistan
→ Have lunch

2-5 PM
→ More university work 
→ Work on the business
→ Midday prayers

6 PM
→ Make dinner and pray Maghrib
→ Work on assignments/business

8 PM
→ Go to my evening job (security)

Why am I sharing this?

- Because as Muslims we can make so many excuses

"I can't pray because of X..."
Or
"Prayer is too time consuming:

❌ This is the wrong approach.

Prayer is the pillar the rest of your success is built on.

If I can find time for it while:

- Being a full time student
- Running a startup
- Working a night job

What's your excuse?

(P.S. This post is a reminder to myself as much as anyone else reading this)

What’s the point of working if our rizq is already set by Allah?


I was listening to a talk the other day that focused around this question.

They shared a very interesting story from the scholars:

There were two brothers, let's call them A and B.

A did not want to work.
He stayed at home and said,
"My rizq (sustenance) comes from Allah so I don't need to do anything."

B said,
"No, you have to put your effort in and work for it."

B went out to find work and came across some apples on the street.

He sold the apples to make some money and also kept some for himself and his brother.

He brought an apple back to A and said, 
"See, I went out to work and received my sustenance."

A laughed and said,
"Well I stayed at home and received mine. 
You brought the apples right to me."

So, which brother was right in their approach?

➡️ BOTH of them.

There are two types of rizq:
→ The rizq with effort 
→ The rizq without effort 

The amount is variable, depending on how much Allah wants to give you but majority of your rizq will come from your working.

So here's the difference between the two brothers:

A received the sustenance that was written for him.
Your rizq is your destiny, after all. 
It doesn't matter what you do/don't do, it won't miss.

But B received the sustenance in this life AND the reward in the next.

That is the meaning of the statement:
"The person who gives is better than the person who receives."

Because we were meant to work, do good and help others in this life.
So your work and pursuit DOES contribute to your rizq.

Our Creator intends for us to work and progress in our lives.
That's how you get the true reward in both this life and the next.

So the next time you feel unmotivated in your work,
Remember this -
You're on this path for a reason.

There's ALWAYS a 'point' to working.
And your efforts won't go unrewarded.

Business isn’t about making more sales.
 

If your focus is:

→ Chasing after new clients
→ Marketing like crazy
→ Booking as many calls as possible

...Then you're doing things wrong.

Once you shift from selling to delivery
The game changes.

That's why at Podcutz our number 1 focus is:
RETENTION.

We do the best job we can for our current clients.
Because they are what makes our business.

In this video, I break it all down and share 3 tips that always work for me ⤵️

(P.S. This isn't to say that sales and outreach aren't important. They are, especially at the beginning. But once you get the ball rolling, your approach should shift)

I'm back in Pakistan.


After spending most of the year in Scotland.

Does it feel different? 100%.

It's like two opposite worlds:

→ Trading 10 degree cold for 30 degree heat
→ Swapping public transport for walking
→ Meeting with family rather than networking

Don't get me wrong, Pakistan will always be my home.

But living in the UK provides opportunities
That most people here can only ever dream of...

→ A startup-friendly environment
→ Smoother processes and systems
→ Higher earning potential
→ Coffee shops, libraries, fast WiFi
→ Meeting people from different backgrounds

I could go on.

My point is, I'm thankful for my life in the UK.

But I never forget where I came from
And I'm happy to be back here alhamdulilah

Something I missed about Pakistan:

→ The way of life.

The slowness.
Sense of community.
Hospitality.

It's unparalleled here.
Nowhere else comes close.

Being in Pakistan reminds me of what really matters.

As I watch the children run around and play.
The elderly neighbours make time for each other.
The shopkeepers who always help out and talk to you.

I'm reminded of the deep sense of connection here.

Something many of us really need more of.

(P.S. I'll be back in the UK soon. This is just a short trip...)

Some of the BEST lessons I've learned from multi-millionaire business owners:


Over the past few months, I've networked with some incredible people.

Successful founders.
Serial entrepreneurs.
Award-winning creators.

They've given me great tips and advice.

Some of which include:

1️⃣ Motivation doesn't last. 
Discipline does.

2️⃣ Clients aren't paying you?
Stop giving them a reason not to.

3️⃣ You need to set boundaries.
With your team, your clients and yourself.

4️⃣ Delegate as much as you can.
It's the best way to narrow your to-do list.

5️⃣ Build in public.
Your personal brand will speak for you.

6️⃣ Problems don't stop.
The change is how you react to them.

7️⃣ Doubt is normal.
You will never have it all figured out.

The biggest thing I learned?

It doesn't matter whether you're making $100 or $100k.

The same lessons still apply...

Which of these resonated with you most?
Let me know in the comments below.

“You’re a computer guy.”

I was always told this growing up.

Getting my best grades in Computer Science at school.

Business wasn't on my radar.

Never thought about finances, revenue or profit.

And definitely not posting on social media.

So all I was good for was coding, right? 

❌ WRONG

We should never put ourselves in a box.

Being good at A doesn’t mean you can’t be good at B.

I had an idea and I went with it.

The past year of working at my startup has showed me that I am so much more than just a computer guy.

Today, I spend more time:

→ Speaking to my team
→ Communicating with clients
→ Reviewing systems of my startup 

Than I do on anything technical.

The point of this?

You're not defined by whatever labels have followed you in life.

Doesn't matter if those labels come from you, family or society. 

If you tell yourself you're 'just a computer guy' or 'just a numbers guy'

Then that's all you'll ever be.

And you have to ask yourself:
What else are you holding yourself back from achieving?

Let me know in the comments below if you relate.

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I've generated 1 million+ organic views for 5+ podcast hosts.

Here’s why most podcasts fail:

→ It’s not because they give up too soon
→ It’s not because the market is too saturated
→ It’s not because people don’t have time to listen

For the right podcast, none of those things matter.

So why do they fail?

Because of a bad post-production process.

It doesn't matter if it's a one-person podcast,
Or a show with a big team behind it.

The problem is the same:

The editing is either too:

- Time-consuming
- Expensive
- Inconsistent

(Or all of the above)

As a result, the podcast becomes a headache.

"No point filming when the editing takes longer"

And what could've been a record-breaking podcast...
Fails.

So what to do instead?

Outsource your post-production to experts.

❎ No freelancers
❎ No overheads
❎ No stress

The most successful podcast hosts don't spend their time editing.

They spend it planning and producing the content.

📩 Send me a DM today if you want to learn more

A very productive few days in London!


London is one of my favourite cities in the world.

→ Energetic
→ Diverse
→ Full of opportunities

I had a great time and feel so recharged after visiting London.

My main purpose was to visit a summit held by one of our clients, Tim Grey.

But I left with so much more than that...

Full of new ideas for Podcutz
And stronger in who I am as a person.

From Jummah prayer to meeting with Naim Ahmed, this trip reminded me how far I've come and how much I yet want to achieve.

I'm already excited to return.

(P.S. Let me know if you enjoyed this video and want to see more vlog-style content from me in the future)

I'm not a perfect founder.


At least, by LinkedIn's standards.

❌ I don't wake up at 5 AM every morning.
❌ I don't take ice baths and cold plunges before work.
❌ I don't spend every single hour of the day on my business.

Somehow, we've fallen into the trap of thinking all that's normal.

Because it's so common to read about on here.

But honestly?

I don't live like that - and neither do many of the actually successful founders I know in real life.

Instead, I'd call myself a committed founder:

✅ I'm hands on and show up for my team
✅ I know what needs to get done each day
✅ I'm fiercely dedicated to our clients

Don't get me wrong, I wish I could focus all day on my business.

But right now, I have to balance it with my other priorities.
(University studies + working night shifts).

And it's because of that
- Because my time is so limited
That I've learned to focus on what REALLY matters.

In my eyes, that's what being a good founder is all about.

Everything else is just taking away from what's truly important.

5 years ago I didn't know what a podcast was.
Now, I've built a business around them.

Surprising? 
Maybe.

But podcasts are only just becoming a thing in Pakistan.

Most people there still don't know about them.
Let alone 5 years ago.

However, I always had a thirst for knowledge.

Loved learning about different parts of the world.
Different people.
Different walks of life.

So imagine the day I stumbled across podcasts...
And discovered it was just people talking?

→ About their life journeys
→ Their career paths and lessons
→ Their hobbies and passions

One thing led to another and I quickly became a big fan of podcasts.

They literally transformed my mindset.

And opened my eyes to a new world of opportunity.

Back then, I didn't think I'd have my own business.

I was too young.
I had to focus on studies first.

But the podcasts instilled a drive in me.
And an idea I couldn't ignore!

So it really was a full circle moment -
That the medium that helped me discover my business mindset

...Is the same one I've built that business around.

My favourite part of what we do now?

→ Getting to watch our clients' interesting videos and conversations during post-production.

I'm very fortunate!

So rest assured, if you work with Podcutz -
You'll be working with someone who is as passionate about your work as you are!

Let me know in the comments below - 
What's your favourite podcast?

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