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Today we talk about how your show can be in all the directories, but until you start telling everyone you know, your show isn't launched.

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00:00 Introduction
02:35 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co https://www.podcastbranfing.co
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04:34 Taylor Swift Wedding
04:55 Dan on How to Pitch a Podcast https://www.pitchapodcast.com/ture-story/
05:24 How to Pitch a Podcast Trailer https://www.pitchapodcast.com
10:44 Co-hosting and Finances
17:10 Editor's Financial Information
35:12 Howard Stern's Interview Style
42:25 You Can Say Thanks and Support the Show https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome
43:04 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com
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01:01:45 Upcoming Episode on the Average Guy TV
01:02:01 Trolls and Feedback https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/follow

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Dave Jackson and Jim Collison are back with another lively Saturday morning, ready to answer all your podcasting questions live. In this episode, the hosts dig into a range of hot topics from the evolving landscape of YouTube podcast uploads and title changes, to the pitfalls and promises of utilizing AI in your podcast workflow. You'll hear practical discussions about launching a show with or without video, monetizing with sponsors or affiliates, the frustrations of streaming platforms, and even a touch of podcast-related sphincter humor. Plus, they talk about backing up video content in case of YouTube bans, the realities of music licensing in podcasts, and the ever-changing culture on platforms like LinkedIn. Get ready for insights, laughs, and real-world advice to help you take your show to the next level!

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So we are still playing with EVMux (which locked up on me 4 minutes into the show) and we explored why validation matters, the importance of understanding your tech platforms, and how to balance podcasting as a hobby versus a business. Whether you’re starting with passion or planning for profit, remember: focus on great content, know your numbers, and never stop learning from your own journey. 

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I like Ecamm. When I bought it, I was will to pay for a tool that helped me make lessons for the School of Podcasting and it did live streaming with TONS of options. I now use Tella to make screenshare videos for the School of Podcasting, and I don't really need the features in Ecamm so I'm CONSIDERING moving to Evmux. The problem is I didn't practice enough so this episode is a bit rough at times as I run into areas where I thought I knew what I was doing, but didn't. Pardon me please. I will practice much more before next week.

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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!).

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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.

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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 show is half my real recorded text invoice and half Notebook LM hosted explainers with static images but no videos or AI talking heads. I record my real voice for the intro, tease the topic of the day, then I describe a Wilson thing or place and then I show the explainer and then I discuss the explainer after that. I do a transition and then I repeat the format for the next topic. It helps me to have visuals to describe the things I talk about, but I don't want to turn off those who also hate Potslop like I do or reduce my credibility. I categorize my cautious use of AI as Potslop-lite, therefore I like your definition of what makes Potslop so I can avoid the irritation it causes. I know you say it's your podcast and you can do what you want, but I highly respect your opinions from all your help over the last two years of being a member of the school of podcasting and listening to your show. Thanks guys!"

Today we attempt to answer that question. We reference Jeanine Wright on the New Media Show.

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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).

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00:50 You Win or you Learn

01:22 Sponsor: Podcast Branding.co https://www.podcastbranding.co

02:37 Sponsor: Based on a True Story Podcast https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com

03:37 Back to Basics: Social Media Promotion

04:41 Podcast Website Design

10:01 Making Co-Hosting Work

22:37 PWA vs. WordPress for Podcast Websites

31:50 School of Podcasting Clarification https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/sixweeks

32:57 Thanks For the Support https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome

33:26 Join the School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com

33:45 Fix My Podcast! https://www.podcasthotseat.com

34:00 Try Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com

34:15 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com

34:23 Featured Supporter: Jodi Krangle https://voiceoversandvocals.com/

35:19 Give Some Value Back 

35:57 Best Cloud-Based Storage for Data

48:35 Glenn the Geek's Award-Winning Niche

50:24 Addressing Recording Challenges

53:57 Recording Quality vs. Effort

59:39 What's Coming Up https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome

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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 means for trust and originality. We tackle questions about the future of websites for podcasters, how much editing is too much, and what makes a podcast worth listening to. Plus, we answer gear questions about shotgun microphones, debate the human connection in sports and comedy, and share thoughts on affordable tools for video editing—all while fielding lots of great input from the chat.

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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 (especially AI) rarely stay free forever.

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The fastest way to burn out in podcasting is believing you can build a professional show on “free” forever. We get honest about the real cost of remote interviews, why Zoom at $20 a month is not the villain, and how the market always moves from free to paid once tools have to support real users at scale.

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We also draw a hard line between a podcast and a YouTube-only show. If you want your work to live beyond one platform’s rules, you need an RSS feed and reliable podcast hosting. That point gets painfully real when we react to a creator who says they lost four years of work after platform enforcement and vague policy flags. From backups to hosting choices to owning your distribution, we talk about what actually keeps your catalog safe.

Then we tackle the clip dilemma: spending more time making TikTok, Reels, and Shorts than producing the main show. We break down why many clips fail out of context, how “views” can be misleading, and how to use AI tools responsibly without letting them erase your voice. Jim also answers questions about local AI with LM Studio and what it means for privacy, workflow automation, and the very real hardware costs behind the AI boom.

If you want smarter podcast strategy, better production habits, and fewer wasted hours, hit play and come hang with us. Subscribe, share this with a podcaster friend, and leave a review so more creators can find the show.

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