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July 29, 2023

The Best Way To Market Your Podcast

This show is brought to you by the School of Podcasting and sponsored by Podcast Branding, and Based on a True Story Podcast. See www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach Welcome to another "Ask the Podcast Coach" episode with your hosts Jim Collison and Dave Jackson! In Episode 447, we have a jam-packed show filled…

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July 24, 2023

Avoiding Podcast Rabbit Holes

Bright and Shiny objects distract us from the things that actually grow your audience (making AMAZING content and promoting it). A deeper dive is in the audio version at http://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/889

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July 22, 2023

Simplifying Surveys for Actionable Insights: Tips for Keeping Your Questions Concise and Impactful

Watch Live at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/live and ask questions via chat or go to www.askthepodcastcoach.com/question to jump into the video and ask your question (video is optional) 00:00:54 - Opening 00:01:28 - Sponsor: podcastbranding.co (http://www.podcastbranding.co) 00:03:05 - Mugshot: basedonatruestorypodcas.com (www.basedonatruestorypodcas.com) 00:03:35 - Name Confusion 00:04:23 - Podcasting 2.0 Lit and Live Thing?…

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July 15, 2023

Launching a Top Podcast: Building a Pre-Launch Team for Buzz and Success

Today Adam A. Adams from the Podcast on Podcasting joins Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting 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 code…

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July 8, 2023

Bored with Meta Threads

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 PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using…

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July 1, 2023

When an Obnoxious Listener Is Ruining Your Community

Dave Jackson and Jim Collison answer your podcasting questions. This show show is brought to you by the School of Podcasting

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June 24, 2023

Tools and Techniques from a Full Time Podcaster

On this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, the guest Dan LeFebvre from the show Based on a True Story Podcast. 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 WordPress…

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June 17, 2023

You Need an Honest Friend

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 podcasts on platforms like Spotify and YouTube and offer advice on…

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June 10, 2023

Overcoming Your Feed of Podcasting

Full shownotes at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/440 00:01:00 - Sponsor: podcastbranding.co 00:02:26 - Mugshot: basedonatruestorypodcast.com 00:02:57 - Jim's Mammoth Event 00:05:28 - Selfies with Listeners 00:06:19 - What Software Do You Use For Webinars 00:08:48 - Repeat Guests? 00:15:02 - In-Person Meetup Tips 00:23:40 - Paying for Things You Don't Use 00:25:53 -…

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June 3, 2023

Is Your Podcast A Show Or A Conversation?

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 podcasting, including equipment, social media, and hosting and guesting…

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May 27, 2023

Ask the Podcast Coach 5-27-23

Watch at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/live and join in the show and ask your question at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/question Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/5690820929781760

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May 20, 2023

Ask the Podcast Coach 5-20-23

Watch live at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/live or jump into the show and ask your question at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/question Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/5690820929781760

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May 13, 2023

How Long Should Your Podcast Test Be?

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…

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May 6, 2023

Ask the Podcast Coach 5-6

Go to www.askthepodcastcoach.com/live to watch live and go to www.askthepodcastcoach.com/question to jump into the show and ask your question Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/5690820929781760

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April 29, 2023

Help I Hate My Voice! - How to Overcome This Podcast Hurdle

Chapters 00:00:00 - Opening () 00:01:11 - Sponsor: podcastbranding.co (https://www.podcastbranding.co) 00:02:31 - Mugshot: basedonatruestorypodcast.com (http://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com) 00:03:00 - I Hate My Voice () 00:09:46 - Be You and Don't Care What Other's Think () 00:11:01 - Altering Your Voice in Post () 00:12:42 - Dave's SD Card Takes A Dump ()…

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April 22, 2023

Your Top Podcast Tip For Newbies

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 throughout their careers. They stress the importance of adapting to changes, focusing on quality…

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April 15, 2023

Ask the Podcast Coach 4-15-23

Jim is out taking care of a cat, so we have "Uncle Marv" from the IT Business podcast. We talk about research; how much is enough? Is it better to have a guest on YOUR show or to be a guest on someone else's show? [00:02:58] Podcast editor discusses the…

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April 8, 2023

I'm Not Done! - Ask the Podcast Coach

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 with a discussion on the latest technology, including Chat GBT Four and new offerings in the…

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April 7, 2023

When and How to Rebrand Your Podcast

Oops, you picked a "Cute" name. Oops, your brand is associated with, um, sucking. Oops, your co-host stole your show, and you legally can't use it anymore. It's not hard to rebrand your show. Here are some steps: 1. Make a "we are changing the name" episode that says, (you…

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April 1, 2023

Ask the Podcast Coach 4/1/23

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

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March 25, 2023

Podcast Marketing - Close to the Click: Ask the Podcast Coach

Dave is back from the road and today we talk about podcast marketing, newsletters, events, and backing up your data. 00:00:00 - Opening () 00:00:49 - Tails From the Road () 00:02:04 - Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co (http://www.podcastbranding.co) 00:03:14 - Bugshot: Based On a True Story Podcast (http://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com) 00:04:38 - Repurposing Content…

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March 23, 2023

Social Proof Better Than Apple Podcasts Reviews

Rating and Reviews in Apple Podcasts is social proof that is it. They DO NOT help you "Get found." Read it from Apple at https://podcasters.apple.com/support/3146-apple-podcasts-charts https://podcasters.apple.com/support/3686-search-on-apple-podcasts That social proof can come in handy if a potential sponsor wants proof that your audience is engaged. Reviews could help in that scenario.…

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March 22, 2023

Overcoming Podcast Overwhelm

In this episode, Dave Jackson speaks about how to avoid feeling overwhelmed as a podcaster. He shares a strategy and three free tools to help avoid feeling overwhelmed. The episode includes a discussion of Podcast Movement Evolutions and Rock and Pod, as well as an introduction to the School of…

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March 4, 2023

Is YouTube a Podcast? Do We Care?

Dave starts us off with a Power Rant on how YouTube is NOT a podcast, and Jim wants to know why this even matters. This is based on Dave's YouTube video. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " ask" and save…

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