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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Today, we noticed it's March, and that means taxes are right around the corner. Always, we have tons of topics from making good first impressions, how many UMS are too many, starting another podcast, and more (see chapters).
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School of Podcasting
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Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com
Home Gadget Geeks
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Ecamm Live
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Ask Ralph Podcast
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Jeff Sieh
https://www.jeffsieh.com
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
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Today we kick off March with engaging discussions, bringing you the latest insights and advice for your podcasting journey. They tackle questions spanning from the technicalities of audio equipment to the intricacies of podcast branding and the ever-evolving landscape of the industry.
This episode digs deep into the value of personalized artwork for your podcast episodes and explores the balance between regularity and creativity in your podcast schedule. Plus, you'll hear from guests like Mark from the Christian Principles Podcast, who shares his success with niche podcasting, providing a masterclass in community engagement and monetization
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PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned In This Episode
School of Podcasting
https://learn.schoolofpodcasting.com
Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com
Home Gadget Geeks
https://www.homegadgegeeks.com
Profit From Your Podcast Book
https://www.profitfromyourpodcast.com/book
Heartbeat Community Tool
https://supportthisshow.com/heartbeat (aff)
Christian Principals Podcast
https://www.christianprincipalspodcast.com/
Todd the Gator
https://www.guardiandowncast.com/
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
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We talk WordPress woes, how much AI is too much AI, portrait monitors, pop ups, YOU make your show different and more. See chapters for time stamps.
Sponsors:
PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned In This Episode
School of Podcasting
https://learn.schoolofpodcasting.com
Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com
Home Gadget Geeks
https://www.homegadgegeeks.com
Onvocado Pop Up Maker
https://supportthisshow.com/onvocado (aff)
Elementor Site Builder for WordPress
https://supportthisshow.com/elementor
Podnews Report Card (Please fill out)
https://podnews.net/report-card
Captivate
https://supportthisshow.com/captivate
Buzzsprout
https://supportthisshow.com/buzzsprout
Blubrry
https://supportthisshow.com/blubrry
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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Today Dave and Jim tackle everything from epic promo swap strategies and podcast growth tips to how feedback and understanding your audience can take your podcast to the next level. They also share humorous anecdotes, valuable recommendations on tools like ChatGPT for podcast critiques, and even some hardware tips for your equipment setup. Plus, hear about all the exciting updates on platforms like Riverside and Descript. Grab your coffee, leave your phone in the car on date night, and join the fun for a podcasting masterclass you won't want to miss!
Sponsors:
PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned In This Episode
School of Podcasting
https://learn.schoolofpodcasting.com
Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com
Home Gadget Geeks
https://www.homegadgegeeks.com
Dave on Creator News Live (Podcast Monetization)
https://www.youtube.com/live/IHIq1I408Ms?si=En-v4AxjTNEKhkE7
Stampede Social Instagram Marketing
https://supportthisshow.com/stampedesocial (affiliate)
Many Chat
https://supportthisshow.com/manychat (affiliate)
Magai AI Tool
https://supportthisshow.com/magai (affiliate)
Riverside
https://supportthisshow.com/riverside
Descript
https://supportthisshow.com/descript
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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Today, I'm thrilled to be joined by my good friend Glenn Hebert from the Horse Radio Network. We're going to dive deep into the strategies and tactics that have helped Glenn build an incredibly engaged audience for his shows over the past 15 years. From leveraging Patreon to fostering a tight-knit community, Glenn has a wealth of experience to share on how to truly connect with your listeners. Whether you're just starting out or looking to take your podcast to the next level, you won't want to miss the valuable insights we'll be exploring today.
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PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
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Ed Sullivan of Sonic Cupcake. Get Ed to edit your show at
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School of Podcasting - Use the coupon code "coach."
Home Gadget Geeks - Your favorite gadgets that find their way into your home
Podpage - Make an excellent website for your show with no coding!
Ecamm Live - The tool we use to live-stream
Become an Awesome Supporter - Get the show Ad free!
Episode on the Feed about when to release an episode (45:02 of episode)
Sponsor Magnet - Book By Justin Moore.
Murf - AI Voice Infrastructure
Creator News Live - Jeff Sieh's Show
The Podcast Therapist - The Shan Man's show
Horse Radio Network - Glenn's Network for Horse Peopl
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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In this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, we delve into several interesting topics. We kick things off by celebrating Dave’s upcoming sixtieth birthday, discussing plans and events surrounding it, and Jim’s stair-climbing challenge. We also tackle a series of listener questions, including concerns about potentially dubious podcast producers, the complexities of launching a new podcast, and the best practices for publishing and promoting episodes. Jim and I share our thoughts about using AI in content creation, the importance of understanding podcast basics, and the benefits of getting involved in the podcasting community before launching your own show. Towards the end, we appreciate our awesome supporters and feature some useful tools and tips for podcasters.
Sponsors:
PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned
School of Podcasting - Use the coupon code "coach."
Home Gadget Geeks - Your favorite gadgets that find their way into your home
Podpage - Make an excellent website for your show with no coding!
Ecamm Live - The tool we use to live-stream
Become an Awesome Supporter - Get the show Ad free!
Creator News Live - Jeff Sieh's Show
Midjourney - AI Art Generator
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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Today Dave is back from Podfest, he explains what it was like working a booth and some of the magic that happened. We get a question about Monetization which we provide some frank talk about crowdfunding. Being in Podcasitng means you are always learning.
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PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned
School of Podcasting - Use the coupon code "coach."
Home Gadget Geeks - Your favorite gadgets that find their way into your home
Podpage - Make an excellent website for your show with no coding!
Ecamm Live - The tool we use to live-stream
Become an Awesome Supporter - Get the show Ad free!
Pensite - Sell Courses and Digital Products
PayHip - Another tool to sell digital products
Patreon - Crowdfunding Tool
Supercast - Dave's favorite crowdfunding tool
See chapters for more info.
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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Dave Jackson (School of Podcasting) and Jim Collison (The Average Guy TV) tackle tech tips, creative podcast naming, and listener questions on growth, monetization, and social media. The episode kicks off with reflections on recent events in Los Angeles, followed by hard drive tips, Shure MV7i insights, and why a newsletter could be your secret weapon. Please tune in for this packed episode, and check out our sponsors!
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PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned
School of Podcasting - Use the coupon code "coach."
Home Gadget Geeks - Your favorite gadgets that find their way into your home
Podpage - Make an excellent website for your show with no coding!
Ecamm Live - The tool we use to live-stream
Become an Awesome Supporter - Get the show Ad free!
Shure MV7i
Chris Stone's review of MV7i
Dealcasters Show
Newsletter Ninja Book
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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Today we talk about Auphonic and how it can help bad audio. Using YouTube for better visibility (as SEO loses some of it's power), we share some books to read, and listen about a podcast that may ruin long term relationships.
Sponsors:
PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned
School of Podcasting - Use the coupon code "coach."
Home Gadget Geeks - Your favorite gadgets that find their way into your home
Podpage - Make an excellent website for your show with no coding!
Ecamm Live - The tool we use to live-stream
Become an Awesome Supporter - Get the show Ad free!
Superfans - Pat Flynn Book
100 Predictions Volume 4 - Ross Brand
Tipping Point - Malcom Gladwell
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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Welcome to the final 'Ask the Podcast Coach' of 2024! Join Dave Jackson from schoolofpodcasting.com and Jim Collison from theaverageguy.tv as they reflect on the past year, share tips on preparing for taxes, and discuss various podcast monetization strategies and community building. They also touch on the impact of Spotify and YouTube on podcasting, the importance of keeping your finances in check, and much more. Don't miss out on their predictions and plans for 2025! Tune in and get ready to elevate your podcast game. Cheers to another year of podcasting!
Sponsors:
PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned
School of Podcasting - Use the coupon code "coach."
Home Gadget Geeks - Your favorite gadgets that find their way into your home
Podpage - Make an excellent website for your show with no coding!
Ecamm Live - The tool we use to live-stream
Become an Awesome Supporter - Get the show Ad free!
Ask Ralph Podcast
AI Goes to College
SOFI Banking
Acorns Banking
Heartbeat Community Tool
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
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In today's episode, we delve into the nitty-gritty of podcasting, from choosing the right recording environment and equipment to using AI tools for transcription and organization. We share practical advice on growing your audience, the importance of quality interactions, and balancing the ego that drives creativity. (see time stamps and chapters for more information
Sponsors:
PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned
School of Podcasting - Use the coupon code "coach."
Home Gadget Geeks - Your favorite gadgets that find their way into your home
Podpage - Make a great website for your show with no coding!
Ecamm Live - The tool we use to live stream
Become an Awesome Supporter - Get the show Ad free!
Episode 1 of the School of Podcasting
Focusrite Interface
Zoom Podtrak P4
Rodecaster
Captivate
Buzzsprout
Blubrry
Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn Hebert
Check out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiast
https://www.horseradionetwork.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
Want more shows from Dave? Check out EVERYTHING Dave does at powerofpodcasting.com
Featured Supporter: Horse Radio NetworkBE AWESOME!
Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome