Ask the Podcast Coach – Details, episodes &amp; analysis

In this episode, we talk about the unpredictability of podcasting when things like power outages shut things down, strategies for running better interviews, and the importance of prepping your guests and your own questions. We dig into what actually makes a podcast “advanced,” swapping thoughts on whether it’s about the gear, the content, skill, style, or just deeper expertise, and debate the value and pitfalls of reading guest bios and how to make your intros less boring.

We explore why podcasting should stay fun (using Kevin Chemidlin’s rebranding example), how to analyze whether your episodes are resonating through completion stats, and why being flexible and responsive to your audience is key. We also field questions about buying email lists for podcast marketing, talk about using AI for scripting and idea generation, and share advice for podcasters who want to stand out and grow their shows, emphasizing relationships and community over shortcuts. As always, we have a ton of laughs, plenty of audience participation, and the kind of practical tips and real talk every podcaster craves.

Sponsors:
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School of Podcasting
https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join

Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com

Home Gadget Geeks
https://www.homegadgegeeks.com

Ecamm Live
https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm

Ember Community Training
https://supportthisshow.com/ember

Dealcasters Appearance
https://www.podpage.com/dealcasters/unlock-your-podcasts-front-door-with-dave-jackson/

Video Version

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

00:31 Power Outage Stories

01:40 Sponsor Shoutouts

04:57 Interview Tips and Techniques

20:04 Advanced Podcasting Discussion

30:50 Listener Questions and Feedback

41:46 The Value of Longer Content

44:06 Effective Call to Action Strategies

44:39 Monetizing Your Content

45:35 The Importance of Audience Engagement

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Obsessing Over Downloads and Metrics

Episode 531

samedi 10 mai 2025 • Duration 01:21:06

Spotify announced that it is to add a “play” count, visible within the app, for all podcasts. “Plays will capture engagement across audio and video content on Spotify.” Do we care?

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School of Podcasting
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Podpage
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Home Gadget Geeks
https://www.homegadgegeeks.com

Ecamm Live
https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm

The Audio Branding Podcast:
https://voiceoversandvocals.com/podcast/

Descript
https://supportthisshow.com/descript

Trainwreck Version on Video
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Navigating Tax Season for Podcasters

Episode 522

samedi 8 mars 2025 • Duration 01:29:13

Today, we noticed it's March, and that means taxes are right around the corner. Always, we have tons of topics from making good first impressions, how many UMS are too many, starting another podcast, and more (see chapters).

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Mentioned In This Episode

School of Podcasting
https://learn.schoolofpodcasting.com

Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com

Home Gadget Geeks
https://www.homegadgegeeks.com

Ecamm Live
https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm

Ask Ralph Podcast
https://www.askralphpodcast.com

Jeff Sieh
https://www.jeffsieh.com

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This Should Be Growing..

Episode 430

samedi 1 avril 2023 • Duration 01:29:09

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 of having "Truth Tellers" who will help you because they want you to be these you can be."

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If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full website, podcastbranding.co 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 podcastbranding.co

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Zip Message

Podcasting Power Hour

Indie Drop In

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Podcast Marketing - Close to the Click

Episode 429

samedi 25 mars 2023 • Duration 01:32:53

Dave is back from the road and today we talk about podcast marketing, newsletters, events, and backing up your data.

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No Show This Week Enjoy Dan and Visit Mark

Episode 427

samedi 18 mars 2023 • Duration 19:40

The Good news: I'm back from Las Vegas The bad news: I'm still on the road in Nashville. So be sure to visit Mark at www.podcastbranding.co (and tell a friend) and enjoy Dan's show based on a true story Got a question? Go to https://askthepodcastcoach.com/ask Become a Supporter www.askthepodcastcoach.com/support Grow Your Business with Livestreaming

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Is YouTube a Podcast? Do We Care?

Episode 427

dimanche 5 mars 2023 • Duration 01:17:18

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.

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Podcasts Coming to Google's Music Platform... Again

Episode 428

samedi 25 février 2023 • Duration 56:35

Google announced, according to Podnews, "We will soon start to bring both audio and video-first podcasts to YouTube Music for users in the US.." Today we acknowledge that this could be huge if Google sticks with it (after all didn't they do this back in 2016). We also discuss the fact that you don't have to do a video version if you want to start a podcast, the joys of updating drivers, and a loving tangent on cereal bags.

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Walking Brad Through a Podcast Launch Using David Hooper's S.C.R.A.P.E. Method

Episode 426

samedi 18 février 2023 • Duration 01:26:00

Today as have David Hooper from Build a Big Podcast and Brad Miller joins us to help him "start strong" with a new cancer related podcast he is hoping to launch in April.

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Is Google Done With Podcasting (and do we care)?

Episode 425

samedi 11 février 2023 • Duration 01:29:16

You create a QR code. Maybe you use a service like Linq; where do you send your potential audience? Google is backing away from podcasting, but how far? Dave and Jim tackle your questions and more.

Got a question? Leave it at www.askthepodcastcoach.com/ask and we will use it in a future show.

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If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full website, podcastbranding.co 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

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