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Today I talk about a book called and it mentions how REALLY bad taking a break can be for your show. While I agree consistency is important, Jim has taken a few breaks off and on (as does this show occasionally) so we ask is it really REALLY bad?...

I had no idea Jim would answer, "YES" when I asked, "Have you ever had to do a podcaster that was drunk? We also help someone understand why nobody in your family is listening to your show.  JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of...

Today's show starts off a little rocky as this is my first time using Ecamm Live (which I love). JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding...

This episode covered a wide range of topics, from recommendations vs feed drops to event experiences, audio engineering, and more. Here are three key takeaways that I think will be valuable for you: The Power of Clear Communication: As podcast hosts,...

Today we have a theme that what works for one podcaster may not work for you because your audience is different. We start by sharing that after putting a video version of this show on Spotify for Podcasters, I've received zero downloads of the...

Today someone asked, " Can I protect my rights to a podcast if I do the podcast for the company I work for? My boss wants me to start a podcast for work. Under the slim chances this podcast gets big & starts to generate revenue, how do I protect...

Today Dave and Jim talk about a show that appears to be stuck. We also talk about media hosts, electricity and microphones, Clarity Sound, Bad Audio, Dave's Garage Sale and More. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free...

This show is brought to you by the School of Podcasting and sponsored by , and .  Welcome to another episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach" with your hosts Jim Collison and Dave Jackson! In Episode 447, we have a jam-packed show filled with...

On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Jim Collison and Dave Jackson along with special guest Max Trescott cover a wide range of topics related to podcasting. They start by emphasizing the importance of keeping surveys simple and concise, sharing...

Today Adam A. Adams from joins Dave Jackson from the  and we talk about what stops a podcast from launching, and what makes for a successful podcast launch. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon...

Meta Thread is out...YAWN...I mean it is twitter with a different name. Dave was (originally) confused by the new Rode Pod Mic USB but has since figured out to PUSH the volume know to enable monitoring through headphones.  JOIN THE SCHOOL OF...

Today Dave Jackson and Jim Collison answer some classic questions and one that has us stumped. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding...

On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, the guest Dan LeFebvre from the show . Dave and Dano discuss audio exporting tools like Descript and Adobe Enhance, Ads (programmatic and host read) along with the issue of self-hosting a podcast on a personal...

On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Jim Collison and Dave Jackson discuss various tips and tricks for podcasters looking to improve their viewership and discoverability. They talk about the benefits and downsides of adding video versions to...

On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Jim Collison and Dave Jackson discuss various topics related to podcasting. They explore the idea of downloading and re-hosting RSS feeds from a podcast host to a personal website and the importance of...

You're supposed to be yourself. Be authentic, but you also need to bring some energy if you want to keep people's attention right? Let's Discussion along with many other questions from the podcasting space. The episode covers various topics related to...

We know to get the podcast to grow; you may need to tweak it until you find the right formula that resonates with your audience. Today we talk about how long do you leave a "Tweak" in place before you decide if it is working or not (along with all of...

What Daw for a mac? How do I make my true crime show funny? What do I use to make "Ask the Podcast Coach?" and other questions answered? JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save...

Someone on Facebook can't get over their voice. Other people can't get comfortable doing a solo show. How long is too long when it comes to shoutouts? What to do with Rude guests? Dave Jackson from the and Jim Collison from provide answers for all...

On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, the hosts discuss various topics such as podcast trends, taxes, storytelling techniques, feedback, private podcasts, competition, and many more. They also share their funny and insightful personal experiences...

Jim is out taking care of an old kitty, so we are joined by Uncle Marv from IT Business Podcast. We start by talking about research, and when do you stop researching and start recording? JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting...

We talk about words on your show's artwork, how Dave made $125 CPM, what percentage of television is commercials, podcasting WITHOUT the Internet. Recording Platforms: StreamYard, Squadcast, Riverside, Ecamm & More. The episode concludes...

Today there are several questions asking, "Is my baby ugly?" as "This should be growing..." (why???). I'm joined by Fuzz Martin from who has a background in radio and advertising. We talk about the need of having "Truth Tellers" who will help you...

Dave is back from the road and today we talk about podcast marketing, newsletters, events, and backing up your data.  JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " ask" and save 20%. Your podcast...