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Send us feedback/questions via Text This show is equipped with Podcasting 2.0 chapters. Get a modern podcast app at https://podcasting2.org/apps Hello everyone, Dave Jackson here, your trusty guide through the podcasting landscape, welcoming you back to another episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach." T…

Send us feedback/questions via Text On today's episode, "Are Contests a Good Audience Builder?," we tackle a burning question: Are contests really the hidden gem for growing your podcast listenership, or are they just a magnet for spam and fake entries? I'll look at some of the crucial podcasting t…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Are podcasts getting boring? The same format with the same "inspirational" story? Stories are awesome unless they are predicatable as an AC/DC song. Is it true, or does Dave just need a nap? JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free u…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Please enjoy this completely AI generated opening: Hey there, podcast enthusiasts! It's me, Dave Jackson, your trusted Podcast Coach, and I'm super excited to welcome you back to another fascinating episode you won't want to miss. I've teamed up with the incredib…

Send us feedback/questions via Text On this week's episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, as we take a deep dive into a plethora of podcasting topics, technical challenges, personal anecdotes, and industry insights. Together, we navigate issues such as monetization strategies, engaging with guests, hand…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we have a NEW PATRON Radio Free Pro Wrestling!. Then we talk about Dave getting feedback after sharing emotional times on his podcast. Can you be too transparent? JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code "…

Send us feedback/questions via Text NOTE: The LEgal talk starts at 44:00 I put out a short yesterday that got 2000+ views where my videos get around 200 views (that is 6% of my 3000 subscribers). This did result in 2 people subscribing to my show (so .1% growth). Then I dug in a bit deeper and saw …

Send us feedback/questions via Text Editing is a subjective art form that often includes the words, "It depends" when explaining how to do it. Today we start off with Ralph From AskRalph.com who shares somewhat of a nightmare...

Send us feedback/questions via Text In this episode we start off with someone being blackmailed by a podcast promoter, along with bad pitches, bad reviews, and more. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast wil…

Send us feedback/questions via Text In today's episode, Jim and Dave delve into a wide array of podcasting topics, including finding a quiet place to record, balancing podcasting with other hobbies and life, and the challenges of managing communities. They also discuss technical issues, content cre…

Send us feedback/questions via Text This week we open with "What to do if you put out a survey and nobody answers? We also talk about merch sales, some equipment updates, overthinking your podcast launch and more. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full websit…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we get an update on Jim's health and start answering your questions on re-releasing files, media hosts (new and old), Podcasting 2.0, and more. Video Version JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coac…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Someone asked "How do you boost retention percentage?" (you see this in podcastsconnect.apple.com ) so we talk about that today, as we also take a look at how Ask the Podcast Coach wrapped up in 2023. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting wo…

Send us feedback/questions via Text In this episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach," Dave Jackson reveals a secret that has been giving him endless fun during podcast recordings. He recently acquired a Stream Deck, a powerful device that allows him to assign different functions to buttons, making his po…

Send us feedback/questions via Text You never know what you're going to get when we start a show with a live audience. We are rounding out the end of the year and start talking about cleaning up things for 2024, while eye-balling black Friday specials. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School …

Send us feedback/questions via Text Spotify has added audio books to their platform (great more competition for podcasts! Ugh). We talk a little about merchandise and affiliate marketing. There is a new service that seems A LOT fishy, in Dave's opinion. The longer you podcast the more files pile up…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Jim has been meeting one-on-one with his audience and getting great feedback. We also talk about advertising (how many is too many?) based on a new report. Evernote raised their price, and we talk about making sure you understand the tools you have. JOIN THE SCHO…

Send us feedback/questions via Text In today's episode, we tackle a range of topics that are sure to intrigue and spark discussions. From the potential shortcomings of Google's foray into podcasting with YouTube Music, to Apple taking steps that may result in fewer downloads and why newsletters may…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today, we look at the topic of, "Does having an ad int your show make it more legitimate?" I hate this because there are very legitimate shows that NEVER want to monetize, and I can also see a new listener hearing and ad for Ford and thinking, Big Sponsor = Big S…

Send us feedback/questions via Text I have seen Larry Roberts from Red Hat Media do presentations on Chat GPT multiple times, and when Jim let me know he was out this week, I saw it as an opportunity to bring Larry in have Larry Co-Host. He is also the co-host of the show Branded. The "Cherry on to…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today I talk about a book called Listenable 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? JOIN …

Send us feedback/questions via Text 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 Podcasting worry-free us…

Send us feedback/questions via Text Today's show starts off a little rocky as this is my first time using Ecamm Live (which I love). https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast wi…

Send us feedback/questions via Text 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, it's crucial…