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Ask the Podcast Coach
Hosted by Dave Jackson, Jim Collison · EN
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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Zero to Sixty Podcast
Yesterday01:01:02Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextEveryone wants the 10,000-download podcast, but almost nobody wants to talk about how you actually get there. In this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Dave Jackson and Jim Collison dig into a listener's question that stops most podcasters cold: can you really study a podcast's rise from zero to sixty the way a business school studies a company? The answer gets messy fast. Copying what worked for someone else, chasing burger-chain nostalgia, and mistaking a microphone for a financial plan all come up before Dave and Jim land on what actually separates the podcasts that make it from the ones that quietly disappear around episode eight. If you've ever wondered whether there's a real playbook for podcast growth, or just a lot of hustle dressed up as one, this conversation is the honest version nobody's selling you.Video VersionSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with HistoryVideo Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttps://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.comFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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How Do I Get People To Fill Out My Survey
1w ago01:05:00Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextOne way to grow your show is to make sure people like your show. So you put out a survey, but nobody provided any feedback. How do you get people to fill out your survey?Video VersionSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with HistoryVideo Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttps://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.comsMentionedGeniuslink Affiliate Tool for AmazonFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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From Recorded to Live: Should You Switch?
2w ago01:02:59Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextToday we help Ralph who does a daily show that he records, and is switching to a daily show recorded live. What are the pros and cons of doing a live show? Which leads us to talking about what makes a good co-host? Should I ask my best friend to join me?Video VersionSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with HistoryVideo Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttps://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.comPodindy Conference November 7thwww.podindy.com (use coupon code pacer)Featured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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Promotions May Need a Longer Runway
3w ago01:01:19Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextToday Dave and Jim talk about the examples movies are providing by releasing trailers months in advance. We also talk about the loss of John C. Dvorak from the No Agenda Show.Video VersionSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.comI Play Rocky TrailerChapters:00:00 Introduction01:17 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co https://www.podcastbranding.co02:23 Sponsor: Based On a True Story Podcast https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com03:34 Promotions Are Months Not Days or Weeks06:32 Daves Workflow for an Episode09:27 One Comment Can Change Everything12:07 John C. Dvorak Has Passed https://www.noagendashow.net21:57 Dave's Newsletter Article https://podcastingobservations.com/p/impacting-your-audience23:27 Streamdeck Controlling Lights28:55 Thank You For Your Support https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome29:33 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com29:44 Build Your Podcast Website with Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com29:59 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com30:19 Podindy.com Use the Coupon Code: pacer http://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987753467129/?discount=pacer31:17 Featured Supporter: Shane from Spybrary https://www.spybrary.com32:24 Please Support the Show and Give Back https://podcastcoach.supercast.com32:49 People are Still Writing Books34:40 AMP and the new podcast definition46:43 Number one mistake new podcasters make49:15 First steps starting from zero56:16 One piece of advice to reach 1,000 listenersFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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What's one piece of podcasting advice that turned out to be completely wrong for you?
4w ago01:00:20Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextToday I'm joined by Jennifer Longworth from Bourbon Barrel Podcasting (she's an editor who has been doing this for 10 years). We talk about advice that people give that may not work for you. We also talk podcast events, series and more.Video VersionSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.comJennifer's Book Build a Strong PodcastFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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Picking the Right Streaming Platform: Streamyard, Ecamm, EVMux, and OBS Compared
Jul 1101:03:52Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextDave and Jim share their thoughts and experiences with streaming platforms like Streamyard, Ecamm, EVMux, and OBS—breaking down the pros, cons, and learning curves for podcasters of all skill levels.The hosts dive into some great listener questions, from strategies for discovering the right audience for niche content, to tackling podcast burnout and knowing when—or if—it’s time to take a break. They get real about what it takes to pay a co-host for a daily show, discuss the ups and downs of local podcast audiences, and offer true-to-life advice for podcasters feeling nervous to start recording.Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.com00:00 Introduction01:48 Sponsor: Podcast Branding https://www.podcastbranding.co02:58 Sponsor: Based on a True Story https://www.basedonatruestory.com04:52 We are Using Streamyard This Month https://supportthisshow.com/streamyard09:02 Which on is Best?12:03 Who is the Audience For Your Show?25:14 When to quit31:53 Consider Supporting the Show https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome33:01 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com33:26 Try Podpage 14 Days Free http://www.trypodpage.com33:38 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com34:34 Podcast Indy35:26 Podindy.com https://www.podindy.com35:39 Featured Supporter: SonicCupcake.com https://www.soniccupcake.com37:16 Please Support the Show https://podcastcoach.supercast.com38:24 What Should I Pay a Co-Host? https://www.askralph.com01:01:16 The Average Guy01:01:54 Dealing with trolls and getting feedback https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/followFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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A Podcast Launch Doesn't Start Until You Tell Someone
Jul 401:04:27Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextToday 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.Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.comHow to Pitch a Podcasthttps://www.pitchapodcast.comChapters00:00 Introduction02:35 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co https://www.podcastbranfing.co03:50 Sponsor: Based On a True Story https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com04:34 Taylor Swift Wedding04:55 Dan on How to Pitch a Podcast https://www.pitchapodcast.com/ture-story/05:24 How to Pitch a Podcast Trailer https://www.pitchapodcast.com10:44 Co-hosting and Finances17:10 Editor's Financial Information35:12 Howard Stern's Interview Style42:25 You Can Say Thanks and Support the Show https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome43:04 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com43:21 Try Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com43:45 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com44:19 Podindy.com https://www.podindy.com44:55 Featured Supporter: Castahead.net https://www.castahead.net01:01:45 Upcoming Episode on the Average Guy TV01:02:01 Trolls and Feedback https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/followFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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Are You Confusing Your Audience with Split Tests?
Jun 3001:03:10Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextDave 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!Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvFix My Podcasthttps://www.fixmypodcast.comFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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Pressure Free Podcasting
Jun 2001:02:02Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextSo 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. Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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Experimenting with EvMux
Jun 1301:28:29Tap to summarizeSend us feedback/questions via TextI 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. Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvPodcast Hot SeatsMentionedEcammEvmuxPodanalystFeatured Supporter:Chris Stonewww.castahead.netFeatured Supporter of the Week Glenn HebertCheck out Glenn's Horse Radio Network: Free Podcasts for Every Horse Enthusiasthttps://www.horseradionetwork.com/ Start a Podcast In Six Weeks Weekly classes. Come learn how to start your show (designed for people who have not launched). Grow Your PodcastAvailable to members of the School of Podcasting. Weekly meetings to grow your downloads, reach, and influence. Join today.PodMatchPodMatch Automatically Matches Ideal Podcast Guests and Hosts For InterviewsSupport the showBE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.
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