Send us feedback/questions via Text You never know what you're going to get when we start a show with a live audience. We are rounding out the end of the year and start talking about cleaning up things for 2024, while eye-balling black Friday specials. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated al...
Nov 18, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 460
Send us feedback/questions via Text Spotify has added audio books to their platform (great more competition for podcasts! Ugh). We talk a little about merchandise and affiliate marketing. There is a new service that seems A LOT fishy, in Dave's opinion. The longer you podcast the more files pile up, so how do you organize them, and what do you do with them (cheap ways to backup your files). NEW PATRON!!! Ronnie from Dancing is Forbidden: An Aqua Teen Hunger Force Exploration THANK YOU RONNIE. Yo...
Nov 11, 2023•1 hr 19 min•Ep. 459
Send us feedback/questions via Text Jim has been meeting one-on-one with his audience and getting great feedback. We also talk about advertising (how many is too many?) based on a new report. Evernote raised their price, and we talk about making sure you understand the tools you have. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your bu...
Oct 28, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 458
Send us feedback/questions via Text In today's episode, we tackle a range of topics that are sure to intrigue and spark discussions. From the potential shortcomings of Google's foray into podcasting with YouTube Music, to Apple taking steps that may result in fewer downloads and why newsletters may be the best call to action available. Click play, and let's go! Source: https://podcasters.apple.com/support/3146-apple-podcasts-charts JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worr...
Oct 21, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 457
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 hearing and ad for Ford and thinking, Big Sponsor = Big Show. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equ...
Oct 14, 2023•1 hr 35 min•Ep. 456
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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. He is also the co-host of the show Branded . The "Cherry on top" was School of Podcasting member Craig Vanslyke from the Live Well and Flourish show (who teaches Information Systems at Louisiana Tech University) Check out Larry's slides . JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODC...
Oct 07, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 455
Send us feedback/questions via Text Today I talk about a book called Listenable 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 occasionally) so we ask is it really REALLY bad? JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for...
Sep 23, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 454
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is ...
Sep 17, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 453
Send us feedback/questions via Text Today's show starts off a little rocky as this is my first time using Ecamm Live (which I love). https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee Go to https://www....
Sep 03, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 452
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 hosts, it's crucial to provide clear information about your show's theme or target audience. This helps potential guests understand the interview questions better, leading to more engaging and insightful conversations. N...
Aug 26, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 451
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 zero downloads of the video. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your b...
Aug 19, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 450
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 big & starts to generate revenue, how do I protect my rights to it? I'm the host, I'm creating the content, I came up with the idea, the name, etc. We haven't started recording it yet, so I'm just trying to get ahead of the ball here. Not sure if I need to lawyer u...
Aug 13, 2023•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 449
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day wo...
Aug 05, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 448
Send us feedback/questions via Text This show is brought to you by the School of Podcasting and sponsored by Podcast Branding , and Based on a True Story Podcast . Welcome to another episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach" with your hosts Jim Collison and Dave Jackson! In Episode 447, we have a jam-packed show filled with insightful discussions and expert advice to help you on your podcasting journey. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach...
Jul 29, 2023•1 hr 32 min•Ep. 447
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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, sharing their own experiences with survey development and discussing the potential conflicts that can arise from customer feedback. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon co...
Jul 23, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 446
Send us feedback/questions via Text Today Adam A. Adams from the Podcast on Podcasting joins Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting 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 the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the glo...
Jul 15, 2023•1 hr 31 min•Ep. 445
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicat...
Jul 08, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 444
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee Go to https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach Sponsor...
Jul 01, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 438
Send us feedback/questions via Text On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, the guest Dan LeFebvre from the show Based on a True Story Podcast . 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 podcast on a personal WordPress website. Additionally, the episode covers topics like when to start running ads on a podcast, technical issues faced while editing, podcast advertising, and Sweetwater's ge...
Jun 24, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 442
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 podcasts on platforms like Spotify and YouTube and offer advice on whether to include links in show or episode descriptions. The hosts also discuss optimal computer requirements for podcasting and highlight a useful t...
Jun 17, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 441
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 of treating each episode as a blog post. In addition, they provide advice on networking opportunities, changing a podcast's name and artwork, and using titles to differentiate content within a single podcast feed. Dave emph...
Jun 10, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 440
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 to podcasting, including equipment, social media, and hosting and guesting podcast interviews. In addition, Jackson and co-host Jim discuss Super Chats and YouTube requirements. Video Version JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODC...
Jun 03, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 437
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 decide if it is working or not (along with all of your other questions) JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the bes...
May 14, 2023•1 hr 28 min•Ep. 436
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee Go to https:...
May 07, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 435
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from Home Gadget Geeks provide answers for all of your questions along with the world's most engaged chat room. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save ...
Apr 29, 2023•1 hr 30 min•Ep. 434
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 throughout their careers. They stress the importance of adapting to changes, focusing on quality content, and getting feedback for improvement. They also discuss different platforms for hosting private podcasts an...
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 18 min•Ep. 433
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 3...
Apr 15, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 432
Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 with a discussion on the latest technology, including Chat GBT Four and new offerings in the market. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your...
Apr 08, 2023•1 hr 34 min•Ep. 431
Send us feedback/questions via Text Today there are several questions asking, "Is my baby ugly?" as "This should be growing..." (why???). I'm joined by Fuzz Martin from Epiccreative.com who has a background in radio and advertising. We talk about the need of having "Truth Tellers" who will help you because they want you to be these you can be." JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " ask " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding co...
Apr 01, 2023•1 hr 29 min•Ep. 430
Send us feedback/questions via Text Dave is back from the road and today we talk about podcast marketing, newsletters, events, and backing up your data. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " ask " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee Go to https://courses.schoolofpodc...
Mar 25, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Ep. 429
