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Podcast Legitimacy: It Depends
Today, we look at the topic of, "Does having an ad int your show make it more legitimate?" I hate this because there are very legitimate shows that NEVER want to monetize, and I can also see a new listener …
Chat GPT for Podcasters Harnessing the Power of AI
I have seen Larry Roberts from Red Hat Media do presentations on Chat GPT multiple times, and when Jim let me know he was out this week, I saw it as an opportunity to bring Larry in have Larry Co-Host. …
Is Taking a Break REALLY Bad?
Today I talk about a book called and it mentions how REALLY bad taking a break can be for your show. While I agree consistency is important, Jim has taken a few breaks off and on (as does this show …
Drunk Podcasters and Why Nobody in My Family is Listening
I had no idea Jim would answer, "YES" when I asked, "Have you ever had to do a podcaster that was drunk? We also help someone understand why nobody in your family is listening to your show. JOIN THE SCHOOL …
Pushing Through the Learning Curve
Today's show starts off a little rocky as this is my first time using Ecamm Live (which I love). JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. …
Feed Drops and Collaboration: Exploring the Benefits and Techniques f…
This episode covered a wide range of topics, from recommendations vs feed drops to event experiences, audio engineering, and more. Here are three key takeaways that I think will be valuable for you: The Power of Clear Communication: As podcast …
What Works for THEIR Audience May Not Work For Yours
Today we have a theme that what works for one podcaster may not work for you because your audience is different. We start by sharing that after putting a video version of this show on Spotify for Podcasters, I've received …
Podcasting For Your Job
Today someone asked, " Can I protect my rights to a podcast if I do the podcast for the company I work for? My boss wants me to start a podcast for work. Under the slim chances this podcast gets …
My Podcast Isn't Growing
Today Dave and Jim talk about a show that appears to be stuck. We also talk about media hosts, electricity and microphones, Clarity Sound, Bad Audio, Dave's Garage Sale and More. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of …
Best Way To Market a Podcast
This show is brought to you by the School of Podcasting and sponsored by , and . Welcome to another episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach" with your hosts Jim Collison and Dave Jackson! In Episode 447, we have a …
Simplifying Surveys for Actionable Insights: Tips for Keeping Your Qu…
On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Jim Collison and Dave Jackson along with special guest Max Trescott cover a wide range of topics related to podcasting. They start by emphasizing the importance of keeping surveys simple and concise, …
Launching a Top Podcast: Building a Pre-Launch Team for Buzz and Succ…
Today Adam A. Adams from joins Dave Jackson from the and we talk about what stops a podcast from launching, and what makes for a successful podcast launch. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using …
Bored with Meta Threads and Impressed with the Rode Pod Mic USB
Meta Thread is out...YAWN...I mean it is twitter with a different name. Dave was (originally) confused by the new Rode Pod Mic USB but has since figured out to PUSH the volume know to enable monitoring through headphones. JOIN THE …
When an Obnoxious Listener Ruins Your Community
Today Dave Jackson and Jim Collison answer some classic questions and one that has us stumped. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will …
Tools and Techniques from a Full Time Podcaster
On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, the guest Dan LeFebvre from the show . Dave and Dano discuss audio exporting tools like Descript and Adobe Enhance, Ads (programmatic and host read) along with the issue of self-hosting a …
You Need an Honest Friend
On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Jim Collison and Dave Jackson discuss various tips and tricks for podcasters looking to improve their viewership and discoverability. They talk about the benefits and downsides of adding video versions to...
Overcoming Your Fear of Podcasting
On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Jim Collison and Dave Jackson discuss various topics related to podcasting. They explore the idea of downloading and re-hosting RSS feeds from a podcast host to a personal website and the importance …
Is Your Podcast A Performance?
You're supposed to be yourself. Be authentic, but you also need to bring some energy if you want to keep people's attention right? Let's Discussion along with many other questions from the podcasting space. The episode covers various topics related …
How Long Should Your Podcast Test Be?
We know to get the podcast to grow; you may need to tweak it until you find the right formula that resonates with your audience. Today we talk about how long do you leave a "Tweak" in place before you …
Can You Learn to be Funny?
What Daw for a mac? How do I make my true crime show funny? What do I use to make "Ask the Podcast Coach?" and other questions answered? JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using …
Help I Hate My Voice! - How to Overcome This Podcast Hurdle
Someone on Facebook can't get over their voice. Other people can't get comfortable doing a solo show. How long is too long when it comes to shoutouts? What to do with Rude guests? Dave Jackson from the and Jim Collison …
Your Top Podcast Tip For Newbies
On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, the hosts discuss various topics such as podcast trends, taxes, storytelling techniques, feedback, private podcasts, competition, and many more. They also share their funny and insightful personal experiences...
How Much Research Is Enough? Research vs Record?
Jim is out taking care of an old kitty, so we are joined by Uncle Marv from IT Business Podcast. We start by talking about research, and when do you stop researching and start recording? JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING …
I'm Not Done!!!
We talk about words on your show's artwork, how Dave made $125 CPM, what percentage of television is commercials, podcasting WITHOUT the Internet. Recording Platforms: StreamYard, Squadcast, Riverside, Ecamm & More. The episode concludes...