Dave Jackson, Jim CollisonBusiness, Technology, Marketing
Dave Jackson, Jim CollisonBusiness, Technology, Marketing
Dave Jackson, Jim CollisonBusiness, Technology, Marketing
Dave Jackson, Jim CollisonBusiness, Technology, Marketing

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Dave Jackson has been helping people launch podcasts since 2005 and every Saturday he is joined by Jim Collison to is runs the Average Guy Network. Together they have 20 years of podcasting experience and coaching.

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  • Unveiling Dave's Latest Podcast Venture and Tips for Maintaining Audio Quality
    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...
  • SMS and Podcasting: A Match for Audience Engagement?
    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...
  • The Art of Podcast Feedback: Public or Private?
    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...
  • How Do You Brainstorm With Yourself?
    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...
  • AI and Podcasting: Generating Episode Ideas
    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...
  • Navigating Formatting Challenges in Apple Podcast Descriptions
    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,...
  • Engaging Listeners with Giveaways(?)
    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...
  • Can Your Podcast Suffer From Story Overload?
    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...
  • The Crucial Balance of Background Noise in On-Location Podcasting
    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...
  • I Just Started My Podcast - How Do I Monetize...
    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...
  • Should I Share My Emotions? Can You Be Too Transparent?
    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...
  • Understanding Copyright and Liability in Podcasting with Gordon Firemark
    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...
  • Editing Lessons: AI Tools are Not Quite There
    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 he ran into when he let AI do ALL the editing. I...
  • Overcoming Podcasting Frustrations: Fake Reviews, Fake Promotions, Bad Pitches
    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...
  • Finding a Quiet Space: Podcast Recording Tips for Peaceful Episodes
    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,...
  • Podcasting Dilemmas: Giveaways, Equipment Value, and Co-host Commitment
    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...
  • Rethinking Podcast Episode Re-Releases: Strategies for Engagement and Content Enhancement
    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. JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code "...
  • The Power of Content: Strategies for Engaging Listeners and Increasing Podcast Retention
    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...
  • The Streamdeck Ecamm Live Combo
    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 , a powerful device that allows him to assign different functions to buttons, making his...
  • The Podcast Clean-Up Guide: Content Strategy, Livestreams, and AI-Assisted Voice Cloning
    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...