Ask the Podcast Coach

By: Dave Jackson Jim Collison
  • Summary

  • 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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Episodes
  • Different Episodic Artwork YAY or NAY?
    Apr 19 2025

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    We start off talking about your top three podcasting tips, and then get into creating episodic artwork and do you need it.

    00:00 Introduction and Greetings
    01:15 PodcastBranding.co
    02:32 Based on a True Story Podcast
    03:53 Health Tips and Fun Tangents
    05:23 Podcasting Advice for Newbies
    14:07 Debate on Custom Artwork for Episodes
    28:45 Spotify and Video Monetization Discussion
    35:15 Shoutouts and Sharing Links
    44:13 The Cost of Domain Renewals
    44:42 Selling Domains for Profit
    44:58 The Geeks Network and Domain Names
    46:44 Domain Hoarding and Creativity
    48:22 Challenges in Contacting Podcasters
    50:14 Importance of Checking Your Email
    56:18 Podcast Hosting and Video Streaming
    56:33 Awesome Supporters
    56:53 Join the School of Podcasting
    57:26 Try Podpage
    57:37 Ecamm Live
    57:57 Home Gadget Geeks
    58:06 Featured Supporter
    59:08 Support the Show
    01:09:00 Music Streaming Services
    01:12:19 Podcast Ads and Listener Experience
    01:21:21 The Decline of AM Radio
    01:24:38 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Episodes

    Sponsors:
    PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
    Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?

    Mentioned In This Episode

    School of Podcasting
    https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join

    Podpage
    http://www.trypodpage.com

    Home Gadget Geeks
    https://www.homegadgegeeks.com

    Ecamm Live
    https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm

    Mentioned In This Episode

    Predictable Profits: Transform Your Business from One-Off Sales to Recurring Revenue with Memberships and Subscriptions

    Grow Your Business with Livestreaming

    Make live streaming a revenue generator. Monetize your talent, expertise, and content. Drive traffic to your business.
    Check out https://livestreamuniverse.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

    Support the show

    BE 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

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    1 hr and 27 mins
  • The Spotify Dilemma: Understanding Its Impact on Your Podcast Stats
    Apr 12 2025

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    In today's episode, we explore various intriguing topics that resonate closely with the podcasting community. From the challenges of seasonal allergies affecting podcasters to the heated discussions about Spotify's handling of podcasting statistics and whether it's impacting download numbers, we cover it all. We also tackle the age-old debate of repurposing old episodes and when it might be beneficial for your show. Plus, the episode wouldn't be complete without a touch of humor, with discussions about pineapple on pizza and the ever-profound question, "Is a hot dog a sandwich?"

    Sponsors:
    PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
    Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?

    Mentioned In This Episode

    School of Podcasting
    https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join

    Podpage
    http://www.trypodpage.com

    Home Gadget Geeks
    https://www.homegadgegeeks.com

    Ecamm Live
    https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm

    Mentioned in This Episode

    Cooler Websites
    coolerwebsites.com

    Name Cheap Domains
    https://supportthisshow.com/namecheap

    Brian's Article on Spotify
    https://soundsprofitable.com/article/the-impact-spotifys-video/

    Video Version

    This week's awesome support is Max Trescot from Aviation News Talk. If you're a pilot (or know one), go over to aviationnewstalk.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

    Support the show

    BE 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

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    1 hr and 29 mins
  • Navigating Podcast Analytics and Growing Your Audience
    Apr 5 2025

    Send us feedback/questions via Text

    This episode covers the nuances of podcast analytics on platforms like Spotify and Apple, the intricacies of streaming services such as StreamYard and Ecamm Live, and the importance of podcast titles. We also talked about audio enhancement tools like Adobe Enhance and Descript. Special thanks to our supporters and guests for their questions and participation.

    Sponsors:
    PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
    Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?

    Mentioned In This Episode

    School of Podcasting
    https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join

    Podpage
    http://www.trypodpage.com

    Home Gadget Geeks
    https://www.homegadgegeeks.com

    Rogue Ameba
    https://rogueamoeba.com/

    Check out All of Randy's Stuff!
    https://randallblack.com/

    Christian Principals
    https://www.christianprincipalspodcast.com/

    Grow Your Business with Livestreaming

    Make live streaming a revenue generator. Monetize your talent, expertise, and content. Drive traffic to your business.
    Check out https://livestreamuniverse.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

    Support the show

    BE 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

    Show more Show less
    1 hr and 27 mins
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