Ask the Podcast Coach

Dave Jackson, Jim Collison•www.askthepodcastcoach.com

Dave Jackson has been helping people launch podcasts since 2005 and every Saturday he is joined by Jim Collison to is runs the Average Guy Network. Together they have 20 years of podcasting experience and coaching.

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AMP Measurement: Does Anyone Care?

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we start of talking about the new AMP measurements that were unveiled. Do we care? Will anyone implement this? We also talk podcast monetization, and Jim has a new Coffee Pot (exciting!). Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join Podpage http://www.trypodpa...

Jun 06, 2026•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 580

Is Video a Fad?

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today Dave is join by guest co-host Marc Ronick from iRonick Media , and the founder of the Empowered Podcasting Conference. They talk about a post from Hall of Fame Podcaster and Head of Community at Captivate Elise Escobar stating that the gold rush to video may be a passing fad. Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode...

May 30, 2026•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 579

What Exactly is AI Slop?

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we got a question from Kenny from the CuzWilson Show (not a typo). " I'm Kenny Wilson and my new podcast is The Cuz Wilson Show and I talk about people, places, and things named Wilson. I created a YouTube show to supplement the podcast with topic visuals and showcase personalized merch with Wilson in the graphics to support non-profits named Wilson. My concern is about AI Potslop because I hate it like you guys do, however I love Notebook LM. My YouTube...

May 24, 2026•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 578

Best Practices for Podcast Co-Hosts, Cloud Storage, and Avoiding Website Fiascos

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we start with the basics (quit saying "New Episode Out" and for Pete's sake, have a domain for your website even if you don't have one). Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Pod...

May 16, 2026•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 577

Are You Ready for the Shift from RSS to API in Podcasting?

Send us feedback/questions via Text In this episode we talk about the following: sharing stories about our moms for Mother’s Day, discussing the latest changes with Spotify’s video podcast distribution and the shift from RSS to API models, reflecting on how these changes could impact podcasting’s open ecosystem, and worrying about being locked into certain platforms. We also dive into the increasing use of AI in content creation, how to stand out in a world filled with “AI slop,” and what it mea...

May 09, 2026•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 576

Why All In One Podcast Platforms Usually Disappoint

Send us feedback/questions via Text All-in-one podcast platforms are everywhere again, and they’re selling the same dream: one login, one bill, one magical dashboard that handles hosting, editing, video, email, websites, and growth. We slow down and ask the uncomfortable question: if a tool does everything, what corners did it cut and what will that cost you in time, quality, or control? We also unpack the bigger industry trend behind it all: consolidation, rising prices, and why “free” tools (e...

May 02, 2026•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 575

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