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Unlock Your Podcast’s Full Potential: Dave Jackson’s Secrets from School of Podcasting to PodPage

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Release Date: 02/25/2025

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In this episode of Podcasting Tech, we sit down with Dave Jackson from the renowned School of Podcasting to discuss the ins and outs of podcasting success and the industry's evolution.

Dave Jackson is a prominent figure in the podcasting world. He founded the School of Podcasting in 2005 and is currently the head of podcasting at PodPage. His School of Podcasting show has over 2.7 million downloads, and he has helped hundreds of people plan, launch, and grow their podcasts. In 2018, he was inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame. In 2024, after spending eight years at Libsyn, he joined PodPage as the Head of Podcasting.

Dave’s experience spans teaching, industry-level podcasting work, and continuous engagement with cutting-edge tools and strategies. In this episode, we cover Dave's journey from podcasting enthusiast to industry professional, valuable lessons on staying ahead in podcasting, insights into PodPage's latest audience survey feature, and why creativity keeps podcasts intriguing and unique.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:

  • Dave's Journey into Podcasting: How an early laid-off teacher became a pivotal figure in the podcasting space through passion and curiosity. (00:01:44)
  • Navigating the Podcasting Industry: Dave discusses the often tough balance of staying true to niche topics while growing a dedicated audience. (00:05:32)
  • PodPage's Audience Survey Feature: Learn about this tool's development with inputs from Tom Webster, and how it helps podcasters understand and grow their audience. (00:08:40)
  • Building the Right Audience: Insights into why focusing on the ideal audience, rather than everyone, will better serve your podcast’s success. (00:12:19)
  • Engaging Your Audience: Strategies for getting actionable feedback from listeners and making your show more interactive and community-focused. (00:19:22)

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