Ask the Podcast Coach

Ask the Podcast Coach

Dave Jackson, Jim Collison

Episodes 548
Avg. Duration 1h 9m
Activity Highly Active
Since Dec 2013
Latest Episode Feb 2026

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About This Podcast

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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From Airwaves to RSS: Is Podcasting the New Radio?

Feb 28, 2026 1h 31m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextHey 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 Truth About Podcast Ads: Creativity, CPMs, and Audience Impact

Feb 21, 2026 1h 29m

Send us feedback/questions via TextHey 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

Feb 14, 2026 1h 28m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextJim 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 start…

Don’t Be Boring: Performance, Coaching, and Community in Podcasting

Feb 07, 2026 1h 27m

Send us feedback/questions via TextSend 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…

Should You Join a Podcast Network: The $300 Question

Jan 24, 2026 1h 29m

Send us feedback/questions via TextDave is back from Podfest with some insights and stories and Ralph has a question about joining a network.Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they…

Is Organic Growth Dead? Is RSS losing it's Power?

Jan 11, 2026 1h 27m

Send us feedback/questions via TextTo 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…

Computer Gear Talk, Plugins, and 13 Years of ATPC

Jan 03, 2026 1h 34m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextTo 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…

Getting Real About Podcast Improvement: Audio, AI, and Authenticity

Dec 27, 2025 1h 29m

Send us feedback/questions via TextToday Jim is back and we are looking at 2026 and what podcasters may be considering to improve their show. Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they…

Is It a Podcast Without an RSS Feed? The Great Debate

Dec 21, 2025 1h 27m

Send us feedback/questions via TextWelcome 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 Show.…

New Tip Legislation May save you Big in taxes

Dec 15, 2025 1h 30m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextOn 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…

The Truth About Podcast Guesting in 2025 (And AI Pitch Slaps)

Dec 06, 2025 1h 25m

Send us feedback/questions via TextWelcome 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,…

Rechargeable vs. Alkaline: Best Batteries for Podcasting Gear

Dec 01, 2025 1h 27m

Send us feedback/questions via TextWelcome 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…

Has Podcasting Become Just Like Radio? Surviving the Age of Ads and Consolidation

Nov 22, 2025 1h 27m

Send us feedback/questions via TextIn 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…

Getting More From Your Podcast Guests: Sharing, Branding, and Engagement

Nov 15, 2025 1h 27m

Send us feedback/questions via TextFirst 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…

No Engagement? Maybe You Should Check Your Website

Nov 01, 2025 1h 29m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextEver 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…

Three Years Till We're All Replaced?

Oct 25, 2025 1h 30m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextWhat 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 Doomscrolling To Downloads: What Social Feeds Really Do To Podcasts

Oct 18, 2025 1h 29m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextThe feed isn’t “social” anymore—it’s an endless parade of AI-recommended video. So why are we still hoping a 30-second short will magically convert strangers into…

AI, Co‑Hosts, and Keeping It Human

Oct 11, 2025 1h 33m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextWhat happens when AI gets good enough to sit in the co-host chair—but not good enough to replace a heartbeat? We dig into the real trade-offs behind AI in…

From Swear Words to Show Growth: What Podcasters Can Learn the Hard Way

Oct 04, 2025 1h 26m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextEver feel like your show is stuck at 30 downloads and your guests won’t share your episode? We’ve been there, and we’re putting it all on the table—how language…

What Happens When Spotify Deletes Everything?

Sep 20, 2025 1h 27m Transcript

Send us feedback/questions via TextDave Jackson flies solo this week (with special guest appearances from Randy Black and Ralph Estep Jr.) to tackle this challenging question and more. Randy shares a…

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