Ask the Podcast Coach
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.
Episodes
557 episodes
Why All In One Podcast Platforms Usually Disappoint
All-in-one podcast platforms are everywhere again, and they’re selling the same dream: one login, one bill, one magical dashboard that handles hosting, editing, video, email, websites, and growth. We slow down and ask the uncomfortable question...
Hobbies are Not Free and That Includes Podcasting
The fastest way to burn out in podcasting is believing you can build a professional show on “free” forever. We get honest about the real cost of remote interviews, why Zoom at $20 a month is not the villain, and how the market always moves from...
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Are You Building A Podcast Or Just Adding Work
Today we talk about artwork for Dave's new show, and look at why people aren't using clubhouse like they use to?Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co...
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Apple Video Podcasts Reality Check
We dig into Apple’s upcoming video podcast changes and why pulling audio straight from a video file can wreck a careful audio-first edit. Then we shift to what actually helps creators right now: show notes that serve listeners and search, plus ...
OpenClaw Isn’t Magic
Let an AI agent loose on your computer and you may learn a lesson the hard way: “automation” isn’t the same thing as “safe.” We dig into OpenClaw and the sudden shift from AI that only chats to AI that can act, locally, with access to your file...
Sync Is Not Backup: Saving Your Podcast Files (and Your Sanity)
In this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Dave and Jim dive deep into one of the least sexy—but most critical—parts of podcasting: how you store, sync, and back up your files without losing your mind (or your episodes). They talk throu...
From Podcaster to Seller: The School of Podcasting Acquisition Story
In this episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach," Dave Jackson and Jim Collison kick off a jam-packed Saturday morning with some major news—the School of Podcasting has been acquired by Podpage! They dive into what this means for members, reminisce a...
The Real Time Cost of Podcasting: Editing, Publishing, and Promotion Breakdown
In today’s jam-packed episode, we break down what really goes into producing a podcast—spoiler alert, it’s way more than just hitting record for an hour! I share and reflect on a listener’s detailed time-tracking for their weekly show,...
Why Your Podcast Chair Matters More Than Your Microphone
This episode spent a good chunk of time exploring the importance of having a supportive, comfortable chair for podcasters, with both Dave Jackson and Jim Collison sharing their experiences with back pain, various chair types, and why investing ...
From Airwaves to RSS: Is Podcasting the New Radio?
Hey there, Dave Jackson here! In this episode, Jim Collison and I dove deep into some hot topics in podcasting and audio media. We kicked things off with a look at the latest Edison Research findings showing that, for the first time, more time ...
The Truth About Podcast Ads: Creativity, CPMs, and Audience Impact
Hey friends, welcome to another episode of Ask the Podcast Coach! I’m Dave Jackson from School of Podcasting, joined by my buddy Jim Collison from Home Gadget ...
Monetize Your Audience, Not Your Podcast
Jim is back and he and dave talk about Rob and Elsie going to work for Captivate, Jim's new Samson Q2U microphone, and monetization when you fist ...
Don’t Be Boring: Performance, Coaching, and Community in Podcasting
Send us feedback/questions via TextDave gets to hang with Glenn "The Geek" Hebert from the Horse Radio Network and talk about using your voice, building commu...
Should You Join a Podcast Network: The $300 Question
Dave is back from Podfest with some insights and stories and Ralph has a question about joining a network.Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co
Is Organic Growth Dead? Is RSS losing it's Power?
To we talk about the power of RSS (and is it diminishing)? Is Organic search (word of mouth) dead? and the importance of backing things up.Send us feedback/questi...
Computer Gear Talk, Plugins, and 13 Years of ATPC
To we talk about Dave needing another montitor (and no Jim doesn't have a problem using 11 monitors) along with plugins to make things sound better, using switchy for link shortening, and some plugins to clean up audio.
Getting Real About Podcast Improvement: Audio, AI, and Authenticity
Today Jim is back and we are looking at 2026 and what podcasters may be considering to improve their show. Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co<...
Is It a Podcast Without an RSS Feed? The Great Debate
Welcome to another episode of Ask the Podcast Coach! I’m Dave Jackson from School of Podcasting, joined by podcasting legend Rob Greenlee from the New Media...
New Tip Legislation May save you Big in taxes
On this episode, I was joined as always by Jim Collison, and we had the pleasure of welcoming Ralph Estep from AskRalph.com—the Content Creators' Accountant—to dive into recent changes in how the IRS handles tips for content creators. Ralph wal...
The Truth About Podcast Guesting in 2025 (And AI Pitch Slaps)
Welcome to this holiday edition of Ask the Podcast Coach! I’m Dave Jackson, flying solo with special guest Chris Stone from Castahead.net. In this lively episode, we kick things off debating the most overplayed Christmas songs (sorry, Mariah Ca...
Rechargeable vs. Alkaline: Best Batteries for Podcasting Gear
Welcome to this week’s episode of Ask the Podcast Coach! I’m Dave Jackson, and I’m excited to be joined by my good friend Jim Collison as we kick back after Thanksgiving and dig into everything from surviving power outages as a podcaster to get...
Has Podcasting Become Just Like Radio? Surviving the Age of Ads and Consolidation
In this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Dave Jackson and Jim Collison dive into the evolving world of podcasting where authenticity wrestles against the growing pressures of monetization and consolidation. Are podcasts losing their unique spi...
Getting More From Your Podcast Guests: Sharing, Branding, and Engagement
First up, I share some behind-the-scenes updates, including my recent move from a lifetime video hosting deal that went south to Voomly, and how AI tools like ChatGPT are helping me generate show notes and summaries more efficiently. We also di...
No Engagement? Maybe You Should Check Your Website
Ever wonder if daily podcasting helps or hurts? We break down how to use November-style challenges to build reps without burning yourself out, and why the best consistency is consistently delivering value. From there, we get real about “reality...
Three Years Till We're All Replaced?
What happens when your listener’s device can generate a personalized podcast on command—your voice, their preferences, zero friction? We dig into a bold forecast from Joe Pulizzi and use it as a springboard to map what creators must do now to s...
