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Ask the Podcast Coach

Dave Jackson, Jim Collison
Podcasting
Audience Engagement
Content Creation
Youtube
AI In Podcasting
Community Building
Spotify
Monetization Strategies
Podcast Growth
Advertising
Artificial Intelligence
Podcast Production
Branding
Podcast Advertising
Community Engagement
Podcasting Tools
Niche Markets
Content Quality
Social Media
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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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This week Dave and Jim dig into the messy, human side of podcasting — Jim debuts a brand-new recurring segment where he calls out his own mistakes from past episodes (yes, really), a listener spirals over editing ... more

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Adam Curry asked an AI agent to download the latest episode of a popular podcast and remove the ads. Eight minutes later it was done, and it turned out half the file was ads. Dave and Jim react to the clip and ask... more

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Dave is back from Podcast Movement in New York City with a full report on the new venue, the split business and indie days, and the $1.50 pizza. He and Jim cover a lot this week. 

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What do you do when YouTube dies mid-livestream, a fire alarm goes off in your office, and a guest sits frozen on screen for seven awkward minutes? Dave and Jim tackle real live-show disasters this week, plus how ... more

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Recent Guests

Craig Van Slyke
Professor and AI educator featured on AI Goes to College
ai goes to college (aigoestocollege.com)
Episode: Hobbies Cost Money - Quit Wasting Your Time
Craig from AI Goes to College
Representative from AI Goes to College, discussed AI work and SEO impacts
AI Goes to College
Episode: What Exactly is AI Slop?
Jodi Krangle
Voiceover artist featured supporter and guest on an episode about podcast branding
Audio Branding Podcast / voiceoversandvocals.com
Episode: Best Practices for Podcast Co-Hosts, Cloud Storage, and Avoiding Website Fiascos
Dan Lefebvre
Based on a True Story podcaster
Based on a True Story podcast
Episode: Monetize Your Audience, Not Your Podcast
Rob Walsh
Podcasting veteran, discussed industry shifts
Captivate (former Lipson)
Episode: Monetize Your Audience, Not Your Podcast
Glenn The Geek Hebert
Host at Horse Radio Network
Horse Radio Network
Episode: Don’t Be Boring: Performance, Coaching, and Community in Podcasting
Ray Arnott
Model railroading enthusiast and podcast host
Around the Layout
Episode: Getting More From Your Podcast Guests: Sharing, Branding, and Engagement
Chuck Jaffe
OG podcaster with over 3,000 episodes
Money Life Show
Episode: What Am I Missing, Why Isn't My Show Growing?
Jim Clayton
World renowned basketball coach and co-host of Shooting It Straight
Shooting It Straight Podcast
Episode: Quit Spamming My Facebook Group!

Hosts

Dave Jackson
Host with deep experience in podcasting fundamentals, workflow, and education-focused coaching; founder of a well-known podcasting school.
Jim Collison
Co-host with long-running tech/podcasting background; brings hands-on experience with live shows and audience interaction.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 86 ratings
  • Love this show !

    Been listening for a long time ! Love it !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jared diehl
    United States6 months ago
  • My favorite podcast on podcasting!

    I try to tune into the live version of the show each Saturday morning (7:30am my time) can be a bit tricky at times. So I always listen to the podcast later. I remember the old radio shows with live callers and questions - this feels exactly like that but about podcasting.

    Fantastic work, love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris of Podtastic Audio
    United Statesa year ago
  • A fun community to spend Saturday morning with

    I’ve been a big fan of this Saturday morning live show for the last few years. Dave and Jim always bring their A game, delivering helpful advice on podcasting. You can even dial into the show via video to join the conversation that way if the mood strikes you. Several episodes have helped with specific challenges I have had as a beginner podcaster. The chat room is always teeming with conversation, and I have made friends with several people in there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gstockton
    United States2 years ago
  • Always love listening to this podcast for ideas on improving my own podcast. Thank you for all you do!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    River City Mystery
    2 years ago
  • Always love listening to this podcast for ideas on improving my own podcast. Thank you for all you do!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    River City Mystery
    4 years ago

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Listeners praise practical, actionable advice for launching and running podcasts.
Many appreciate the hosts' depth of experience and entertaining chemistry, with occasional critiques about pacing or interruptions.
Fans enjoy the live call-ins and interactive chat/community aspects.

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#228
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Talking Points

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Embedding Live Streams to Reinforce Your Brand
Q: How familiar are you with RTMP links for embedding live video on your site?
They discuss using RTMP as a wrapper around streams from platforms like YouTube or Rumble, and how PodPage may not natively support a full RTMP wrapper yet, so you might rely on platform embeds or third-party wrappers.
What Exactly is AI Slop?
Q: What exactly is AI Slop and why should podcasters care?
AI Slop is a pejorative term for low-quality, mass-produced content generated by AI, which can clutter the web and degrade listener trust if used without care. Podcasters should care because authentic, well-reviewed content builds credibility, while lazy, unreviewed AI content damages perception and potential monetization.
Are You Building A Podcast Or Just Adding Work
Q: Do you think for your Akron podcast you would get local radio ads to see how much it would be?
Yes, exploring local radio ads could be valuable to reach a specific geographic audience, and it may be worth surveying rates and potential ROI before committing, since sponsorship budgets for small shows can be limited.
The Truth About Podcast Guesting in 2025 (And AI Pitch Slaps)
Q: How can I improve my audio quality when recording with multiple guests?
Consider using dynamic microphones, treating your room acoustically, and using multi-track recording.
Getting More From Your Podcast Guests: Sharing, Branding, and Engagement
Q: What methods do you use to encourage and supply the tools necessary for interview guests to promote the show after it has been posted?
The best strategy is to provide promotional materials and to follow up with guests post-release to remind them to share.

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What is Ask the Podcast Coach about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical podcasting guidance for creators, covering gear, budgeting, production workflows, monetization, and audience growth. Across recent episodes, hosts discuss time and cost trade-offs, the role of AI in editing and scripting, live-call formats, and the evolving landscape of podcast hosting, distribution, and measurement. Regular sponsor mentions and live interactions with listeners shape a conversational, hands-on style that blends technical tips with actionable business insight. A recurring strength is the duo's deep, long-running experience and willingness to challenge norms, making it a valuable resource for both new podcasters and veterans looking to optimize workflows and strategy without sacrificing authentic... more

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2. Craig from AI Goes to College
3. Jodi Krangle
4. Dan Lefebvre
5. Rob Walsh
6. Glenn The Geek Hebert
7. Ray Arnott
8. Chuck Jaffe

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