Unveiling Dave's Latest Podcast Venture and Tips for Maintaining Audio Quality
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Dave is making some of his new show, , and explains how he made decisions. We also talk formatting in apps, hate watching shows, avoiding bad audio from your guests and much more. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full website, o has you covered. Mark is a podcaster in addition to being an award-winning artist. He designed the cover art for the School of Podcasting, Podcast Rodeo Show, and Ask the Podcast Coach. Find Mark at Mugshot: Based on a True Story Podcast Ever wonder how much of those "Based on a true story" movies are real? Find out at JOIN...
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SMS and Podcasting: A Match for Audience Engagement?
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Hey there, and welcome back to "Ask the Podcast Coach," the show where your podcasting queries get the spotlight. Today, I've got an action-packed episode for you that's brimming with insights on using SMS to grow your podcast audience. I'm super excited to share my conversation with the clever folks at Buzzsprout and dive into the nuts and bolts of SMS marketing—what it takes, what it costs, and the impact it can make. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full website, o has you covered. Mark is a podcaster in addition to being an award-winning artist....
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The Art of Podcast Feedback: Public or Private?
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In this episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach," we dive into the nuances of adding enhanced content like slides to your YouTube videos. I discuss with Jim the evolving landscape of podcasting, the tricky transition from hobby to business, and the balance needed when offering personalized coaching. We also touch on the significance of community-driven podcasting and the essence of constructive feedback. Additionally, we share our personal experiences with website migration and the tribulations of various hosting platforms. As always, we celebrate our supporters in our "wheel o' names" segment,...
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How Do You Brainstorm With Yourself?
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Today, someone asked, How do you brainstorm with yourself? Jim and Dave provide a few options and strategies that you can use so you don't have to be by yourself. We also talk about what to do if the name of your show is being used by a dead show. 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 confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee. Go to Sponsor:...
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AI and Podcasting: Generating Episode Ideas
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Today we help Dave with new artwork along with using AI to help you evaluate and generate topic ideas for your show. We talk editing, and the joys of rolling your chair over your headphone cable (again). 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 confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee Go to Sponsor: If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full...
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Navigating Formatting Challenges in Apple Podcast Descriptions
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This show is equipped with Podcasting 2.0 chapters. Get a modern podcast app at Hello everyone, Dave Jackson here, your trusty guide through the podcasting landscape, welcoming you back to another episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach." Today, we're tackling a topic that's become a bit of a thorn in the side of podcasters everywhere: Apple Podcasts Formatting Issues. I've been there, wrestling with descriptions and ensuring everything looks as sharp as an HD display, no matter the platform. Whether you're tuning in from Spotify or Apple, we've got you covered with tricks of the trade. I'm...
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Engaging Listeners with Giveaways(?)
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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 tools out there, like the demise of Evernote, and the rise of , and , and we'll dissect what these platforms offer in terms of features and price points. Dave's going to fill you in on the intricate dance of dealing with explicit content in podcasts, especially for those of you hoping to go global—we've got a list of countries with...
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Can Your Podcast Suffer From Story Overload?
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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 using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee Go to Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full...
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The Crucial Balance of Background Noise in On-Location Podcasting
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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 incredible (from the ) to drill down into the essentials of audio quality. We're talking about how your microphone can be your best friend in filtering out unwanted noise, to grabbing the attention of your listeners with the immersive world of spatial audio. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the...
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I Just Started My Podcast - How Do I Monetize...
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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, handling sensitive content, and much more. Tune in as we explore the ever-evolving landscape of podcasting, offering practical advice, insightful commentary, and thought-provoking discussions that resonate with both newbie and veteran podcasters. If you're as passionate about podcasting as we are, or eager to gain valuable insights...
info_outline6:30 Society of Canadian Composers?
Is this a real deal? This seems weird, some say it is (it is a legit organization) but the podcaster has no music in his show? this (if its real) is just a blanket email to every.
9:14 Prime Day at Amazon.com
Amazon had "black Friday" type deals (or so they said) for those on Amazon Prime (where yo uget free shi[[ing, videos, music, etc) for a one time fee. They had $50 off the Amazon Echo
12:55 What Cables Do I need to Setup a Mixer to Record with a Zoom H5
To go from the mixer to the recorder use this cable from the RCA Out to line in of the mixer.
16:47 How Can I Get Rid of the Sound of the Air Conditioner?
If possible turn it off. If you cut out frequency, you will be cutting out the frequencies of the voice.
18:45 Example of a Speakpipe (not so great) Voice Message (so it depends on who is leaving the message).
Dave plays a great testimonial that unfortunately was recorded a little too loud.
20:35 Is it best to have everyone record their own side of a conversation?
Yes the best way is to have everyone recorded, but it requires more work to put it together
23:10 Whats the Next Piece of Equipment?
Dave loves his DBX 286, but its not for everyone there is no one size fits all.
25:00 How Many Downloads Should I Have?
Value multiplied by Time Spent Promoting = Number of Downloads.
33:20 Gimlet Media Has 19 Employees!
We have a general discussion on download stats.
It would be interesting to see how much some of the bigger shows are promoting their shows.
Coming from a bigger show doesn't Guarantee you get a big audience. It's all about the relationships.
When your audience is small, reach out to your audience (call them using a Google voice) and it will AMAZE the people you call.
47:05 How Do I Grow My Audience on Twitter?
Connect with them personally.
When was the last time you discovered a podcast via Twitter?
When was the last time you subscribed to a podcast because of Twitter?
Some shows need to grow and change to keep an audience.
Just because you interview real people doesn't mean it is really interesting.
Cut out the chit chat.
51:05 Listen to Your Show And See How You Can Improve
Don't obsess, but you should always have room for improvement. Try to put yourself into the shoes of a new listener.
We will talk about Voicemeter on the next show. We should also talk about Asure.
Jim is now the know it guy
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