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The description of the Steve and Jeff show in Apple is, "Comedy, Improvisation, and strange, but cool interviews, are all bundled into one weekly podcast. Steve and Jeff have been friends for more than 50 years, funny since 2022. Enjoy the "Malk Show" (mock talk show) and visit www.steveandjeff.com to find out more.www.steveandjeff.com"
The type of humour came quickly and let you identify is "this was for you" or not. You kept that style of humor throughout the episode.
The format of conducting mock interviews with quirky, everyday characters played by local improvisers provided a fresh and engaging approach to podcasting, which Dave and Erik found both innovative and entertaining.
The long-standing friendship between Jeff and Steve translated well into their on-air chemistry, making the interactions more natural and enjoyable for listeners.
The premade mock commercials were some of the funniest parts of the show.
Erik mentioned that the opening of the show lacks context and structure, which can lead to confusion for new listeners who might not immediately grasp what to expect from the show.
Dave Jackson pointed out that improvements could be made to the podcast's website, especially in providing more descriptive text on the "About Us" page to enhance search engine optimization and accessibility.
Dave pointed out that having the episodes on the website could boost SEO. It allows people to sample the show before following it, and it makes it easier to share an episode.
It was recommended that a tagline or a concise description be used at the beginning of each episode to help clarify the show's content and provide immediate context to new listeners.
Some sketches seemed to drag and could benefit from concise delivery and sharper punchlines to keep the audience engaged and entertained.
Minimizing overly local references (or ensuring they are explained) could help them be more relatable to an international or non-local audience so as not to alienate listeners who might not understand specific regional humor.
incorporate more structured calls to action, both at the beginning and the end of the podcast, possibly in a humorous manner that fits the show’s theme and effectively encourages listener engagement and conversion.
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Today erik and I go over the Ask Ralph: Mastering Your Finances with a Christian Perspective show.
Are you a Christian longing to honor God in every aspect of your life, including your finances? The Ask Ralph Podcast is your guide to finding financial freedom, making wise money decisions, and aligning your resources with your faith. Your host, Ralph Estep, Jr., brings a unique combination of expertise and genuine experience to the table. He's an accountant, a business coach, a podcast host, an author, a farmer – but above all, a husband, father, and a man seeking to follow Jesus wholeheartedly.
Ralph has been through the highs and lows of managing money - he's made mistakes, learned powerful lessons, and wants to share that journey with you. Expect a refreshing blend of practical advice and Biblical principles. We'll cover everything from creating a rock-solid budget and ditching debt to building ethical businesses and exploring the transformative power of generous giving. Whether you're a business owner yearning to integrate your faith into your work, or simply a person desiring wise stewardship of what you've been given, this podcast is for you. Get ready to ditch financial stress, gain clarity and confidence, and use your resources to fulfill God's calling in your life.
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On this special episode of the Podcast Review Show, my co-host Erik K Johnson and I take a step back from our regular podcast reviews to delve into an intriguing topic—why so many podcasts fail to make it past the 7-episode mark. We discuss the very real phenomenon of podcast burnout and explore the reasons behind it. From the misconceptions around the amount of work involved in podcasting to the challenges of growing an audience and generating revenue, Erik and I share our own experiences and insights.
By sharing practical tips and shedding light on common pitfalls, we hope to provide valuable perspectives for podcasters who may be grappling with similar challenges. So if you’re a podcaster looking for advice on understanding the dynamics of podcasting, avoiding burnout, and growing your show, this episode is for you. Tune in as we uncover the reasons why many podcasts fade away and how to overcome these hurdles to keep your show thriving.
You select an episode to listen to, and Dave and Erik listen to it and go over it with a fine tooth comb along with your website, branding, audio quality, flow, and much more.
Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting
Erik K. Johnson the Podcast Talent Coach
00:00 Why Podcasts Fade Away and How Coaching Can Help
00:44 No Line No Waiting
01:16 What We Do Here
01:53 Why Most Podcasts Fade Away
02:06 7 Episode Hurdle
04:46 1. Harder Than You Thought
05:30 Our Episode Process
09:14 2. It Grows Too Slow
10:37 18 Million Downloads
14:14 It Doesn't Generate Income Quickly
16:53 How Many Downloads Do I Need?
18:19 Meausring Success
19:10 What Is Your Purpose
20:14 An Outside Viewpoint Will Spot Things You Miss
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Want proven methods to make your next book launch more successful? Then you need to know about a webinar I’m co-hosting that will do exactly that. In the webinar, you’ll learn proven principles and methods to help your next book launch go off like a rocket. Then, at the end of the webinar, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and I will answer any and every one of your questions about how to launch a book. Webinar Details: Topic: Book Launch Secrets Cost: Free Hosted By: Dave and Thomas Umstattd Jr. When: This Thursday, March 21st at 2:30pm PST, 4:30pm CT, 5:30pm EST Register by clicking the link below. Free replay? Yes, but only if you register. I’ve known Thomas for a long time and can think of no better person to teach you the keys to having a successful book launch. This is going to be excellent. Don’t miss it. Register for the free webinar with the link below
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Dr. Brad Miller is writing a book and wanted to start building and audience so he launched the show Beyond Adversity with Dr. Brad Miller. His current description in Apple Podcasts is:
Beyond Adversity with Dr. Brad Miller is all about the belief that every person has a God-given promised life of peace, prosperity, and purpose. And that you must implement a planned pathway with the proper people to quickly overcome adversity and depression to achieve that promised life. Dr. Brad Miller teaches practical strategies to defeat depression and live a life of joy as well as interviews successful people who have overcome great adversity to arrive at a place of peace, prosperity and purpose.
His website is https://www.drbradmiller.com/
The intro had a nice vibe with the music. You introduced the guest before the intro clip so people had the context of who he was.
You had a nice transition into the interview.
The website has a nice clean look.
The audio sounded good.
You did a good job of promoting future episodes.
You introduced the guest multiple times. Once is all we need.
Your guest somewhat ran away with the interview. Instead of making it a three-part interview, identify the key turning point, and get to that content as quickly as possible. Leave the rest on the editing room floor.
While the guest fit one of your "D's" (Depression), the stakes weren't very high in a way that made me wonder, "What is going to happen next."
Have a lead magnet for your newsletter. Give them a reason to sign up.
The audio had some "interesting timing," which you later explained was caused by a cold.
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Want proven methods to make your next book launch more successful? Then you need to know about a webinar I’m co-hosting that will do exactly that. In the webinar, you’ll learn proven principles and methods to help your next book launch go off like a rocket. Then, at the end of the webinar, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and I will answer any and every one of your questions about how to launch a book. Webinar Details: Topic: Book Launch Secrets Cost: Free Hosted By: Dave and Thomas Umstattd Jr. When: This Thursday, March 21st at 2:30pm PST, 4:30pm CT, 5:30pm EST Register by clicking the link below. Free replay? Yes, but only if you register. I’ve known Thomas for a long time and can think of no better person to teach you the keys to having a successful book launch. This is going to be excellent. Don’t miss it. Register for the free webinar with the link below
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Podcast Review Show – Get Your Podcast Reviewed Weekly podcast dedicated to supporting heavy metal music in every way possible. Hosted and produced by Jon “The Vernomatic ‘’ Verno, Metal Mayhem Roc presents a blend of feature interviews with heavy metal legends and stars of tomorrow. With in house created content like ”Streaming for Vengeance”, ” Mount Rushmore of Metal” ‘Metal Confessions” and the “Business of Metal “you, the listener, is left both educated and entertained.
With an emphasis on presentation and professional industry audio imagery, Metal Mayhem ROC is your go-to source for everything metal.
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Today Jon "THE VERNOMATIC" Vernon paid to have us listen to TWO episodes of his show. Hence there is a bit more feedback, but also, at the end of every show the guest is allowed to ask as many questions as they want (which really adds value in addition to having two consultants at the same time) and Jon had some really good questions (and we kept them in).
Also, the power went out as we were recording you won't hear Erik or Jon at the end.
Jon has just the right amount of energy on the microphone.
Dave loved the trivia that had him learning new things.
You all have passion for the subject.
You did a great job of introducing the panel and getting to the topic
The intro leaves no doubt that this is a Metal show
The tease at the end of the show really left us wanting more.
Erik found the story of the upstart record label fascinating.
The artwork on the website is amazing.
On the interview show, your tease gave away the whole story
There was some tapping on the table(?) and of course, Dave caught the popping P's and ums.
Dave found some of the details about the bands that he didn't know and didn't get to hear dull.
The recap episode, it was very much like a Wikipedia entry. There are facts but no personality
Make your "blog" into the "listen" part of your website and embed the player from your media host. When you force feed people into an app (Spotify) that can rub people the wrong way. Embed a spotify player in the blog posts (making them "episodes) and then have links to subscribe to Apple, Spotify, Google, and Amazon in each episode (and maybe a page on your website to make it simple)
There are times when you sound like you're doing radio (group speak, "Hey everybody") when people don't listen in groups. They listen in the car or in earbuds, etc. "Thanks for listening, I'm so glad you're here (singular).
Inject your personalities into the show. Look at that Metal Show on VH1 Classic where they would have to compile a list. This pulls the audience in as they try to decide if they agree with you or not. You can do this without turning into endless arguments. Jon mentioned you had a timer.
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If you’re ready to think beyond material and external success, if you’re ready to take control of who you are and the kind of life you live, if you’re ready to flourish, this podcast is for you. The topics I cover help you understand what it means to live a flourishing life, a life of meaning, satisfaction, and enduring happiness.
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Want proven methods to make your next book launch more successful? Then you need to know about a webinar I’m co-hosting that will do exactly that. In the webinar, you’ll learn proven principles and methods to help your next book launch go off like a rocket. Then, at the end of the webinar, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and I will answer any and every one of your questions about how to launch a book. Webinar Details: Topic: Book Launch Secrets Cost: Free Hosted By: Dave and Thomas Umstattd Jr. When: This Thursday, March 21st at 2:30pm PST, 4:30pm CT, 5:30pm EST Register by clicking the link below. Free replay? Yes, but only if you register. I’ve known Thomas for a long time and can think of no better person to teach you the keys to having a successful book launch. This is going to be excellent. Don’t miss it. Register for the free webinar with the link below
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Today we are looking at the Skeptic Metaphysicians. Their description is, "Like Mulder from the X-Files, we want to believe. So we've embarked on a journey of discovery. We've talked to people deeply entrenched in the spiritual, metaphysical, mental health and self-help worlds. We've thrown ourselves into weird and wonderful experiences, and we're sharing them with you in an effort to find the trick to self-growth. Whether your interests lie in the metaphysical or the spiritual or even grounded in the three-dimensional world, this show will help you explore the endless possibilities of self-growth....tinged with a hint of the supernatural. New episodes every Wednesday!
Check out their website at www.skepticmetaphysician.com
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Today we are joined by Perry Carpenter from the 8th Layer Insights podcast.
Description: Get ready for a deep dive into what cybersecurity professionals often refer to as the "8th Layer" of security: HUMANS. Welcome to 8th Layer Insights (8Li). This podcast is a multidisciplinary exploration into how the complexities of human nature affect security and risk. Author, security researcher, and behavior science enthusiast Perry Carpenter taps experts for their insights and illumination. Topics include cybersecurity, psychology, behavior science, communication, leadership, and more
Website: https://8thlayerinsights.com/
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Want proven methods to make your next book launch more successful? Then you need to know about a webinar I’m co-hosting that will do exactly that. In the webinar, you’ll learn proven principles and methods to help your next book launch go off like a rocket. Then, at the end of the webinar, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and I will answer any and every one of your questions about how to launch a book. Webinar Details: Topic: Book Launch Secrets Cost: Free Hosted By: Dave and Thomas Umstattd Jr. When: This Thursday, March 21st at 2:30pm PST, 4:30pm CT, 5:30pm EST Register by clicking the link below. Free replay? Yes, but only if you register. I’ve known Thomas for a long time and can think of no better person to teach you the keys to having a successful book launch. This is going to be excellent. Don’t miss it. Register for the free webinar with the link below
Today we are looking at the Dream Believe with George DeMartino Podcast. The description of the show is:
98% of people live their lives and don't achieve their dreams or goals. They’re not really living - just following a routine. I’m George DeMartino and I hope to inspire you to take the path less beaten through my stories and the stories of others that are just as unorthodox. So step into the arena. Subscribe and listen now to the Dream Believe podcast We hope we can inspire you to take your first step
George's website is https://dreambelievepodcast.com/
George has tremendous energy and tons of experiences and stories. He has an enthusiasm to help cheer you on to greater things.
Very conversational filled with great stories.
George has that New York flavor, and his personality shines through.
You have an obvious passion for your subject.
He had some great questions and you built a nice story arch.
You had a great question at the end that brought everything full circle
The website loaded fast
His intro was missing a bit of setup to let us know where we are going.
His first questions need a little pacing (one question at a time
Be aware of the curse of knowledge. You may know things about the guest that the audience doesn't. You need to make sure to bring the audience up to speed. What is Hydroflax?
Your editor could remove some of the stammers, which results in you and your guest sounding more confident in what you're saying. There is also a slight buzz in your audio at times.
Work on your call to action at the end of the show.
If you want to monetize, you should start working on an email list with tools like Mailerlite, or Convertkit
The website had lots of different topics from different parts of your life. It was confusing.
Give each episode its own blog post with show notes and a player to attract Google.
Clean navigation at the top of the page would help your website.
Maybe use the blurb on your website as the intro to the show.
At the end of the interview put your stamp on it and summarize and inject yourself into the show.
Check out George's show at https://dreambelievepodcast.com/
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Want proven methods to make your next book launch more successful? Then you need to know about a webinar I’m co-hosting that will do exactly that. In the webinar, you’ll learn proven principles and methods to help your next book launch go off like a rocket. Then, at the end of the webinar, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and I will answer any and every one of your questions about how to launch a book. Webinar Details: Topic: Book Launch Secrets Cost: Free Hosted By: Dave and Thomas Umstattd Jr. When: This Thursday, March 21st at 2:30pm PST, 4:30pm CT, 5:30pm EST Register by clicking the link below. Free replay? Yes, but only if you register. I’ve known Thomas for a long time and can think of no better person to teach you the keys to having a successful book launch. This is going to be excellent. Don’t miss it. Register for the free webinar with the link below
Everything Everywhere Daily is going under Erik and Dave's microscope. The description of the show is:
Everything Everywhere Daily tells the stories of interesting people, places, and things from around the world and throughout history. Topics covered include, but are not limited to, history, science, geography, and culture.
The website is
https://everything-everywhere.com/everything-everywhere-daily-podcast
What We Liked About the Podcast
Good use of Audible. Nice job of going the extra mile to make the sponsor fit the show.
You have a good tease to open the show.
Great presentation. Very natural sounding.
Nice shout out to the listener at the end (where this type of content belongs).
Nice story arc
Your photography is amazing on your website.
Easy to find subscribe buttons on your website.
What You Might Try In the Future
You don't mention your website.
For Dave, there were too many details (who is this for?).
There is music for the sake of nothing. Add a voice over to that to help explain the show.
Change the link on your gear page so it opens in a new window.
In Libsyn add your JioSaavn destination.
There isn't much about you or your unique past (at least in this episode).
There is no close to the show. It just ends. At least ask them to share the show with a friend.
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Want proven methods to make your next book launch more successful? Then you need to know about a webinar I’m co-hosting that will do exactly that. In the webinar, you’ll learn proven principles and methods to help your next book launch go off like a rocket. Then, at the end of the webinar, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and I will answer any and every one of your questions about how to launch a book. Webinar Details: Topic: Book Launch Secrets Cost: Free Hosted By: Dave and Thomas Umstattd Jr. When: This Thursday, March 21st at 2:30pm PST, 4:30pm CT, 5:30pm EST Register by clicking the link below. Free replay? Yes, but only if you register. I’ve known Thomas for a long time and can think of no better person to teach you the keys to having a successful book launch. This is going to be excellent. Don’t miss it. Register for the free webinar with the link below
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Today Dave and Erik review The Colon Health Podcast. Their description in Apple is, "Interviews with the world's leading professionals and experts in gastroenterology, research, nutritional science, medical technology, and more. If it impacts your colon health, we cover it here on the Colon Health Podcast. Hosted by Dr. Dac Teoli."
Their website is https://www.colonoscopy.com/podcast/
What We Liked About The Show
The intro is solid and gives you what you need.
The phrase, "We have three big problems" really caught my attention (it's a great setup).
I learned some stuff I could use at a dinner party.
The host has great pipes.
I love the “to be fair” and showing of both sides of the data.
Really positioned the other Dr. Dale as the Expert.
The website made it easy to find the podcast.
Some Things You Might Try Moving Forward
Add more about the benefit to the listener.
You give lots of stats/data early in the episode. Numbers are hard to follow in audio. You can put the stats in the show description and direct people to the website.
Erik thought you could sound friendlier, and Dave thought spelling the website and name was a little odd.
You introduce the guest, and then we don't hear from him for a LONG TIME. Then you just dump the show into his lap, and he talks for a LONG TIME. It had the feel like you were doing a presentation instead of a conversation.
At the end of the show, give the listener a benefit to take action.
If possible (realizing Doctors may not be that tech savvy) get them off the phone. It was good that you sounded good and were on a microphone
You have some "group Speak." Phrases such as, "Our listeners out there”, etc. “To you, our listener.” Who else would it be?
A fair amount of calls to action at the end, and be sure to explain the benefits of those calls to action
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Want proven methods to make your next book launch more successful? Then you need to know about a webinar I’m co-hosting that will do exactly that. In the webinar, you’ll learn proven principles and methods to help your next book launch go off like a rocket. Then, at the end of the webinar, Thomas Umstattd Jr. and I will answer any and every one of your questions about how to launch a book. Webinar Details: Topic: Book Launch Secrets Cost: Free Hosted By: Dave and Thomas Umstattd Jr. When: This Thursday, March 21st at 2:30pm PST, 4:30pm CT, 5:30pm EST Register by clicking the link below. Free replay? Yes, but only if you register. I’ve known Thomas for a long time and can think of no better person to teach you the keys to having a successful book launch. This is going to be excellent. Don’t miss it. Register for the free webinar with the link below
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