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Feb. 6, 2022

Cross Promotional Networks

Dave shares some great insights from the book by Eric Nuzum about Networks in general. You can make your own cross-promotional network to boost downloads.  Jim shares what it's like to be on a zoom webinar with a boatload of people. ...

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Jan. 31, 2022

Translate Your Live Stream On The Fly

Today Jim brings a new toy he's been playing with to the show. Microsoft Translate is an amazing tool if you are up against any kind of language Barrier. SPONSOR: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, logos, or a full website (or a branding...

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Jan. 24, 2022

New Tools - New Features

Today we talk about some of the changes at Spotify (the good and the bad). Some audio quality comparisons and some new tools aimed at podcasters (and one that isn't but could be a great feedback tool).  Thanks to all of our . You can support the...

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Jan. 15, 2022

Let's Not Pit Podcasters Against Each Other

I heard a podcaster talking about different "Classes" of podcasters (think upper and lower class). He mentioned "Elites" and it made me sad. Likewise, there was an article about podcasting not having hits lately and it made me scratch my head. ...

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Jan. 8, 2022

Multiple Languages in a Single Podcast?

Today we answer a question that came in from the website at askthepdocastcoach.com (see the microphone in the bottom right-hand corner. Thanks to the following: Podcast Branding Based on a True Story Podcast Dog Podcast Network Our Awesome...

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Jan. 1, 2022

Being Yourself Can Be Hard - But Worth It

Dave and Jim are back after a week off!. We tweaked some things with the show. We've done away with the "shout out" section as it was getting a bit long. The definition of a Patron is "a person who gives financial or other support to a person,...

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Dec. 25, 2021

The Ultimate Podcast Lightning Round (Replay)

Merry Christmas Everyone! This is a replay of episode 700 of the School of Podcasting titled, "Fifty Four Podcast Questions in Twenty Six Minutes." (along with some updates as that episode is from December 2019).  We will be back on January 1,...

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Dec. 18, 2021

Are Podcasters Setting Themselves Up to Be Sued?

A recent about SiriusXM being sued by  National Association for the Deaf (NAD) and the Disability Rights Advocates (DRA) for failing to provide captioning and transcripts for “the vast majority” of its podcasts.  SPONSOR: Podcast...

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Dec. 12, 2021

What's Up with YouTube and Podcasts?

Different shows are saying different things. Is it going to merge with Google podcasts? We play two clips and scratch our head together.  Tascam Mixcast 4 Update: Last week we had an unpleasant situation and I had a call with some Tascam...

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Dec. 4, 2021

Before You Buy That Tascam Mixcast 4...

Hello PAtrons! Welcome to the trainwreck (well, not really Jim kept the boat afloat). I'll keep you posted as I work with Tascam to if this is an operator error. At this point I'm 95% sure the Tascam Mixcast 4 is going back.  Today Dave is using...

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Nov. 27, 2021

What to do when you notice your podcast content isn't working anywhere

Today we start off with someone who has tried audio and now video, but their show isn't growing as fast as they would like.  SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on branding audit, let the...

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Nov. 20, 2021

How Do I Shape My Podcast Idea Into Content That Inspires Engagement?

Today we are joined by Dave who wants to launch a show in December but needs a little feedback. We walk him through identifying his goals and audience. We also talk about how the show might be changing in 2022. SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need...

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Nov. 13, 2021

How To Make Your Podcast Stand Out

Today we start by discussing how to make your podcast stand out and later talk promotion, website hosting, and "New Podcaster Syndrome." SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on branding audit,...

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Oct. 30, 2021

My Guest's Sound is Horrible

Quick Reminder No Show Next Week Today we are asked about shipping microphones to guests who are (more than likely) going to sound band. We also talk about what exactly is a hobby podcaster, self-care, and more. SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you...

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Oct. 23, 2021

Is Fear of Rejection Stopping Your Podcast

Today I noticed a number of people asking questions that seemed fairly obvious. The common theme amongst these questions was the fear of rejection.  SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on...

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Oct. 16, 2021

Should I Tweak My Podcast Format - Back Away From the Rogan

Today Dave is playing with a new microphone, and Jim is answering upset emailers (post-show). Follow the show on the following apps and never miss an episode - - SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a...

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Oct. 9, 2021

Podcast Pop Quiz - Hot Seat

Today as we wait for Jim to arrive I look at someone's website who wanted some insights as to why his podcast was not growing.  SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on branding audit, let...

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Oct. 3, 2021

Podcast Branding Insights with Mark Des Cotes

Today Mark from podcastbranding.co came on for an impromptu discussion of Podcast Artwork SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on branding audit, let the award-winning graphic artist (and fellow...

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Sept. 25, 2021

Can You Be Successful Without Apple Podcasts?

Jim is back from his trip and we are fielding questions from the chat room.  SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on branding audit, let the award-winning graphic artist (and fellow...

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Sept. 19, 2021

Connecting With Your Audience

Today Jim was visiting Dave Garafolo in New Hampshire along with Ed Sullivan. It's always fun to catch up with Dave who had a meetup of 400 people. SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on...

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Sept. 11, 2021

Overthinking Your Podcast Launch

Today it is the 20 year anniversary of 911, we share a bit about where we were and dive into a question about launching with details we're not sure really matters.   SPONSOR: If you want your podcast to grab people's attention, make you...

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Sept. 5, 2021

Let's Talk Podcast Interview

Today we are back after testing a new system last week. The chat room had a ton of questions about podcast interviews. SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on branding audit, let the...

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Aug. 28, 2021

Kicking the Tires on Riverside.fm as a Streaming Platform

Today we attempt to use as a streaming platform. This is a remote recording tool that gives you separate tracks for both video and audio. We did not have a good experience with it as a streaming tool. SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork,...

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Aug. 21, 2021

First Podcast Review Blues

Today Dave and Jim tackle the mental challenge of negative reviews, reading ads, google forms, and more.  SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co If you need artwork, a logo, a custom podcast website, or a full-on branding audit, let the award-winning...

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