Ask the Podcast Coach - podcast cover

Ask the Podcast Coach

Dave Jackson, Jim Collisonwww.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.

Episodes

National Mental Awareness Day

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today is National Mental Awareness day. Jim and Dave talk about the importance of mental health in all of aspect of life. Sponsor: Podcastbranding.co [0:38] Check out podcastbranding.co for your website, podcast artwork and more. Step # 1: Initial Consultation Step # 2: Design and Presentation Step # 3: Approval and Deployment Check it out at www.podcastbranding.co Topics: 02:21 Word Mental Health Day 09:55 Podcasting is Cheaper than Therapy 11:24 Journaling C...

Oct 11, 202059 minEp. 314

Marathon Livestream Sessions

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we hear from Jason Bryan of https://www.mattalkonline.com/ who just did a marathon Livestreaming session and shares his insights. Here are other topics: Sponsor: 01:26 Check out podcastbranding.co for your website, podcast artwork and more. Step # 1: Initial Consultation Step # 2: Design and Presentation Step # 3: Approval and Deployment Check it out at www.podcastbranding.co Mentioned in This Episode Dave's Book Profit from Your Podcast Additional ...

Oct 03, 202059 minEp. 313

Zoom Announces Podtrak P8

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we are excited to talk about another new toy that has been announced (Dave has a demo on the way). Other topics include: SPONSOR: Podcastbranding.co 00:01:15 If you need podcast covert art, a logo, lead magnets, you name it Mark at Podcastbranding.co can make you look AMAZING. BONUS- He is a podcaster as well so he really understands the space. Check out his work at www.podcastbranding.co TOPICS IN TODAY'S SHOW 02:41 Zoom Announces Zoom Podtrak P8 0...

Sep 27, 202059 minEp. 312

Amazon Music/Audible Launches Podcast Directory

Send us feedback/questions via Text Dave is back from phase I of his moving into a new location, and is glad to catch up with everyone as Amazon launches their podcast directory. Topics include: 00:00:35 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co 00:01:49 Dave's Moving Journey 00:03:20 Amazon Music Adds Podcasting 00:20:50 Jim's Feedback on Seasons 00:22:31 One Person's Feedback 00:25:42 Amazon Terms Of Service 00:29:34 Our Awesome Supporters 00:30:50 Joe Rogan's Apology 00:33:17 Are Podcas...

Sep 19, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 311

Podcasts are like Digital Babies

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today I talk to Jim who has five kids and we compare the overwhelm of new parents to compare it to the feelings that "wanna be" podcaster who can't seem have. TOPICS INCLUDE 00:45 SPONSOR: PodcastBranding.co 02:17 Podcasts Are Like Children 11:39 How to do a Solo Show 14:39 What is your strength? 25:53 Thanks to The Patrons 27:28 Boom Arms 29:57 Dynamic Ad Revenue 34:31 bass Drum Boom Arm 35:37 How Do You Know You're Successful? 39:37 Zoom ...

Sep 06, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 310

Do I Need a Podcast Manager?

Send us feedback/questions via Text As money starts to flow into the podcasting space, there are more people starting to swarm around the space. I worry sometimes that they prey on the uninformed and having you spend tons of money that you may not have on products you may not need. We talk about Joe Budden, editors, big money, and more today. 00:40 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co 01:47 Streamyard Adds Drag and Drop 03:32 Zoom Podtrack P4 Demo 06:41 Joe Budden Leaving Spotify 18:54 Doing a Solo Podca...

Aug 29, 202059 minEp. 309

Dave Got to Play with a Zoom Podtrack P4 Portable Podcast Recorder

Send us feedback/questions via Text Zoom is coming out with a new portable recorder designed specifically for podcasters and it's only $199. It's got a ton of features and should take the world by storm. Dave got to play with one and gives his report. In the Post-show ( Patrons Only ), Dave and Jim have a very interesting discussion. https://youtu.be/9eiR-9UHm08 00:00:53 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co ( see examples ) 00:03:18 Leggo Of Jim's Eggo Featured Supporter: Ask Ralph Podcast...

Aug 23, 202057 min

Microphone Placement in a Video

Send us feedback/questions via Text Jim is back from his Mom's birthday, and we address a listener question about mic placement in video along with many other topics including: 01:06 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co 03:28 Microphone Placement in Video 18:36 Do You Remember The Brand? 21:30 Updating User Interfaces 23:47 WordPress 5.5 26:01 Daves Book Release is Coming Soon 38:37 The Awesome Supporters 39:52 Dave's Podfest Presentation 40:50 Working With Spotify and Amazon 47:03 Removed From...

Aug 15, 202059 minEp. 307

The Rode NT Mini USB In Action

Send us feedback/questions via Text Jim is out for his Mom's 90th birthday, so Craig Hewitt from Podcast Motor and Castos sits in the char joining us from France. As he is on vacation (and all the other mics are sold out) he bought a Rode NT Mini, and (beyond his control) was in a room that was high ceiling and hard surfaces (so Dave has run this through a deverb, knowing it somewhat is too aggressive on Dave's voice, but not too much on Craig (I should've witch the Rodecaster to ...

Aug 09, 202055 minEp. 306

Podcast Media Kits

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we start with a question from Patron Shame Whaley from spybrary.com about tools to make a media kit. SPONSOR: Podcastingbranding.co If you need podcast artwork, websites, lead magnets, and more, check out Mark and podcasting branding. He is an award-winning graphic artist and podcaster ( so he understands our space). Check him out at www.podcastbranding.co TOPICS FOR THIS THIS EPISODE 00:47 Sponsor: Podcastbranding.co 02:10 Podcast Media Kits 17:21 Great...

Aug 01, 202059 min

Amazon Inches More Towards Podcasting

Send us feedback/questions via Text Amazon is going to be adding podcasting the Amazon music. We don't have a lot of details. We just know they are working with Libsyn.com (get a free month using the coupon code sopfree) they are populating a database that is NOT AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC (YET). If you are a Libsyn customer you can add your show to Amazon using the steps in this tutorial SPONSOR: PodcastBranding.co If you need some podcast artwork, or a website, or a lead magnet, or anything ...

Jul 25, 20201 hrEp. 304

In Pursuit of Silence

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today Jim talks about his pursuit of obtaining silence in his basement. He replaced a fan, and once that noise was gone... We also talk about 00:51 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co 02:58 Jim Search For Silence 10:29 Dave is Moving into a House This Year 12:16 New Patron: tipsoftheslung.com 14:59 Still Troubleshooting 18:21 Post Production Burnout 19:58 Dave Has a Rant 23:04 Windows update News 27:45 How Dave Solved The Issue 29:48 Our Awesome Patrons 31:55 Studio T...

Jul 18, 202055 minEp. 303

ID3 Tags Do Not Boost SEO for Your Podcast

Send us feedback/questions via Text I wondered about ID3 tags and podnews.net took that idea and ran with it and proved that ID3 tags do not boost your SEO score. Other topics: Thanks to Mark from podcastbranding.co for Sponsoring the Morning Pour Here are the topics for today 00:00:46 Sleep is Important 00:05:21 ID3 Tags Do Not Help SEO 00:18:31 Backup Your Files 00:27:28 This will not end well 00:34:58 Awesome Supporters 00:37:00 iTunes Reviews 00:40:02 Ankylosing spondylitis 00:41:06 Is This ...

Jul 11, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 302

The Power of Feedback

Send us feedback/questions via Text Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 301 is part of the Power of Podcasting Network. Covered in this episode 02:39 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co 03:30 Vote For Us in the Technology Category at podcastawards.com 04:25 The Power of Feedback 11:03 Products based on Audience Interest 31:13 Thanks To Our Patrons 33:47 Feedback Helps Shape Dave's New Trailer...

Jul 06, 202058 minEp. 301

Podcast interview Secrets

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today is episode 300 of the podcast and we reflect a little on where we've been, the future including the new podcast academy, and we get into tips for doing a good interview. SPONSOR: podcastbranding.co 01:57 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co Topics include: 03:28 Pandemic Review 09:44 Podcast Equipment is Hard To Find Now 11:22 The Podcast Academy 18:39 An Interesting Time in the USA 22:59 New Toys? 29:38 Our Awesome Supporters 31:24 Profit from Your Podcast ...

Jun 27, 202059 minEp. 300

Podcasting without a Good Cable Connection is Torture ATPC 6/20/20

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today Dave and Jim are back and Jim explains what he went through last week, and how not being able to hear your co-host is absolute torture. Maybe its time to check your internet connection? 00:31 Jim Shares His Nightmare from Last Week 01:24 Sponsor : podcastbranding.co If you're looking for artwork, website design or any great looking graphics, go talk to Mark at podcastbranding.co 02:31 Jim Super Cool Technician 09:03 Wiring Connections Are Important ...

Jun 21, 20201 hrEp. 299

Grow Your EMail List with Your Podcast

Send us feedback/questions via Text While you can grow your influence and relationship with your audience via a podcast, how do you go about getting them on your email list? VIDEO VERSION 00:01:14 The Pour: from podcastbranding.co Get your website and artwork today 00:02:22 The Fun of Last Week 00:03:39 Podcast Awards.com 00:04:43 Email Lists 00:17:20 Video Newsletter 00:23:20 Using Email to Keep the Community Informed 00:25:09 Mighty Networks Class Feedback 00:27:19 Dave's Survey on Podcas...

Jun 13, 202057 minEp. 299

The Show Must Go On

Send us feedback/questions via Text Note: Dave's internet provider went on the fritz throughout this episode and eventually he just lost all contact and Jim finished solo. He did a great job and as the old saying goes, "The Show Must Go On." Live podcast is always fun... well, not always. 02:31 Multiple Shows 05:15 Rookie Mistakes 07:58 Dave is playing with another podcast 09:37 Interesting Content for you and your audience 11:33 Daves New to Cooking Show 13:54 Jim's All Feed...

Jun 06, 202059 min

When is the best time to Release Your Podcast?

Send us feedback/questions via Text Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 296 is part of the Power of Podcasting Network Sponsor : podcastbranding.co Mark will make you look GREAT. 00:03:36 Publishing Time Does it Matter? 00:11:04 Feedback and Typos 00:14:11 Web Hosting Suggestions 00:17:55 All Your Eggs in One Basket? 00:24:24 Domain Stealing? 00:25:54 Awesome Supporters 00:29:35 Facebook S...

May 30, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 296

Is Joe Rogan Still a Podcaster?

Send us feedback/questions via Text Joe Rogan got a lovely $100 million check from spotify to make him exclusive on Spotify - no place else. As he won't have an RSS feed is he still a podcast? Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 295is part of the Power of Podcasting Network Time Table of Topics 00:49 Sponsor : podcastbranding.co 03:03 Where's All The Energy 06:27 Joe Rogan's...

May 23, 20201 hrEp. 295

Google Podcasts Manager - Don't Panic

Send us feedback/questions via Text Sometimes when we don't know what we don't know it can be tightening. Today Dave and Jim explain the new Google Podcasts Manager and answer questions about starting your own podcast network. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co Affordable, professionally designed podcast websites and artwork to help your show stand out. Cover Art Logos Websites Social Media ebooks and Lead magnets Blog Mark is an award-winning graphic and web designer with over 30 years in th...

May 17, 202058 minEp. 294

Do we have to talk about the virus?

Send us feedback/questions via Text Are we allowed to talk about something besides this stupid virus? Is it disrespectful? SPONSOR : Podcastbranding.co Affordable, professionally designed podcast websites and artwork to help your show stand out. Cover Art Logos Websites Social Media ebooks and Lead magnets Blog Check out at www.podcastbranding.co Time Table 00:00:44 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co 00:02:50 What Have We Learned in 8 Weeks 00:07:42 Descript 00:09:47 Is it disrespectful to NOT talk COV...

May 09, 202059 minEp. 292

Your Name, Your Artwork Your Brand

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today Dave and Jim talk about artwork, your podcast name, and your overall brand, and the best podcast marketing ideas. TimeLine 00:00:40 Sponsor: www.podcastbranding.co 00:09:38 Chipotle Report 00:12:54 New Podcasts Are Up 00:16:35 The Daily Chicken 00:21:05 Turning Off Dead Podcasts 00:25:39 Dead Podcasts Hosts 00:29:04 Fat Fifty and Frisky 00:30:29 How do you grow your audience? 00:34:32 Its hard to approach random people 00:36:30 My Awesome Supporters 00:3...

May 02, 20201 hrEp. 291

Would You Attend a Virtual Conference?

Send us feedback/questions via Text April is behind us, and as we prepare to think about moving forward with the world, many things are still up in the air. The question is would you attend an online conference? Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 290is part of the Power of Podcasting Network Here is the timeline from today's show 00:40 The Morning Pour 04:15 Advertisements vs Downloa...

Apr 25, 202053 minEp. 290

Becoming a Zoom Master

Send us feedback/questions via Text As we end week five of the pandemic, we are talking about how people with no technical skills are now becoming masters of zoom. Educational systems are adapting. It's not fun, but we are learning to adapt and get through this tough time. Full show notes at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/289 Start Your Podcast Today Join the School of Podcasting Step by step tutorials Live group coaching (get your questions asked) Private Facebook filled with other brilliant p...

Apr 18, 20201 hrEp. 289

Employment Options for Podcasters

Send us feedback/questions via Text Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 288is part of the Power of Podcasting Network. Today Dave and Jim talk about Table of Contents 00:36 Coffee Pour 04:18 Easter Weekend 08:34 Top Podcast Hustles 19:32 Indeed and Linkedin 23:53 Our Awesome Supporters 25:39 Jim had the ultimate guest 28:45 Using Eventbrite to Promote Free Events 31:39 Video Replies 40:25 ...

Apr 11, 20201 hr 1 minEp. 288

How is Your About Page?

Send us feedback/questions via Text Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. Your about page is one of the most popular pages on your show. Are you helping people by giving them the information they are looking for? Today Jim and Dave tackle that question along with podcast stats, saving money, free hosting (not anymore) redirects and more. Subscribe to the show and never miss an episode. Become a supporter...

Apr 04, 202051 min

Broadcasters Welcome to Podcasting

Send us feedback/questions via Text While we deal with the pandemic, there are some brighter sides to life at the moment. Jim is spending more time with his kids and spouse. Dave is digging into some of the technology he uses. So today we talk about: 01:39 Jim and his Daughter being home 02:51 Getting More Out of Your Current Technology 03:38 Freshbooks Alternative And Co 07:56 Will you be my mentor? 08:48 Late Night Talk Shows 13:38 Trouble With Ideas 17:57 Yes Dave Does Consulting 20:02 Bon Jo...

Mar 28, 20201 hrEp. 286

Coping With the New Reality

Send us feedback/questions via Text Another week dealing with a pandemic, Dave and Jim talk about: 01:31 What are People Doing? 05:26 How Podcasters Can Survive 07:10 The Fall of Credible Sources 13:35 Numbers Up or Down? 20:50 What are you doing to fill time? 23:04 COFFEE NOW! 30:48 The Awesome Supporters 32:36 christiantt.com 33:26 s tudio21podcast.cafe 36:47 Open Live Streams 40:38 What About Captivate ? 45:45 Pinecast 51:58 Podcahser Keeps Adding Updates 53:01 IAB Certification 54:00 Switchi...

Mar 21, 20201 hr 2 minEp. 285

Podcasting Around COVID-19

Send us feedback/questions via Text Well with the world bracing and reacting to the coronavirus, Jim and Dave share what it's like to work from home and answer some podcast questions. Table of Contents 06:56 Working From Home 11:41 Zoom Isn't so Easy 12:29 Podfest Reflections 30:44 Our Awesome Supporters 34:46 Find the time to Podcast 40:40 Top Podcast Launch Tip 46:17. Which Show Do You Go to ? 47:44 Business with Employee Hosts 51:33 Should you publish an unedited podcast? 56:13 Spot...

Mar 15, 20201 hrEp. 284