Episodes
Strategies to help you learn how to start a podcast. If you're a beginner these are the steps that can help you avoid common podcasting mistakes.
May 12, 2025
Time Hacks for Podcasters: Fitting Podcasting into Your Busy Schedule
In this episode, we look at essential strategies for fitting podcasting into a hectic schedule. Whether you're balancing a full-time job, family, or other commitments, maintaining consistency in podcast creation can be challe...
Jan. 11, 2025
Is Audio on YouTube Worth It? Here’s My Take
Should you put your audio podcast on YouTube? The answer, as Dave Jackson explains, is a resounding yes if you’re not currently utilizing the platform. With YouTube being the second largest search engine, it offers a valuable...
Aug. 9, 2024
Should I release my entire podcast seasons at once?
I saw this question from Stanley Adoyi in a Facebook group and thought I'd use it today. If you have a question you can leave it at www.podcastconsultant.com/voicemail Seasons makes sense in two situations: 1. You have a team...
Aug. 2, 2024
How to Become the McDonald's of Your Podcast Genre
Today we're diving into a topic that might not seem connected to podcasting at first glance—McDonald's. When you think of McDonald's, you might picture those golden arches and maybe even crave an Egg McMuffin or those unforge...
July 26, 2024
Remote Interviews Part 2
Last week talked about gear. This week we are talking about being a good guests and finding a good guest.
March 29, 2024
Podcast Integrity: Are You Accidentally Lying To Your Audience?
Today I point out that as cool as AI can be, you need to be careful. You may end up accidentally lying to your audience. My buddy Elsie Escobar made a great point on her show The Feed, and I wanted to bring this topic to you. READY TO START YOUR...
Jan. 5, 2024
Say No to Reruns: Increase Your Podcast Downloads with this Smart Strategy
Today we talk about the common podcasting dilemma of whether to rerun old episodes or take a break. I offer a fresh perspective on this issue, emphasizing the importance of leveraging previous content in a way that can boost engagement and downloads....
Dec. 8, 2023
From Word Salad to Reader's Delight: Transforming Transcripts to Engaging Blog Posts
Are you using transcripts for your podcast? Well, hold on! Before you copy and paste, let's talk about using them properly. In this episode of Your Podcast Consultant, Dave Jackson shares valuable insights on transforming your transcripts into...
Nov. 15, 2023
The Most Effective Strategy For Podcast Growth: Guest Appearances Or Content Improvement?
You only have so much time, so which should you prioritize first, your show or your guest appearances on other shows? In this episode I emphasize that value and smart promotion are key to growth. I also highlight the need to understand the audience...
Nov. 1, 2023
Finding Your Podcasting Sweet Spot: Embracing the Best of Both Scripted and Free-Form Formats
today we're diving into the age-old debate of scripted vs. free-form podcasting. Many believe that podcasting falls into two categories: the casual, conversational style made popular by Joe Rogan, and the rigid structure of scripted shows. But what if...
Jan. 1, 2023
Growing Your Podcast With Advertising On Other Podcasts
We mentioned in the last episode that advertising rates don't work for more podcasters trying to make a living with podcasting. Today we are looking at advertising from a different angle. That angle is to make an ad to run on other podcasts. After all...
Nov. 15, 2022
Does My Podcast Need Its Own App?
There are millions of apps in the different Apple and Google stores. Most people know how to download and install one. With this in mind, should you have someone create an app for your podcast? As always, it depends with podcasting. If your audience...
Aug. 15, 2022
I've Been Gone so Long How Do I Bring My Podcast Back?
In a way it doesn't matter WHY you were away, but you started a podcast and were consistent in your schedule, until you weren't. Life happened and what was supposed to be a few days turned into a few weeks, maybe months, or even years. Now...
July 15, 2022
What to Include in your first podcast episode
In the past, I would recommend what we called, "episode zero" where you would share about yourself, what to expect, and why you started the podcast. Then I read something In the book, by Joe Pulizzi states, “Your customers don’t care about you,...
Dec. 1, 2021
When Is Your Podcast Good Enough to Publish?
With a Thanksgiving Turkey, they now have that little red peg that pops up to let you know the turkey is ready. How does that work in podcasting? You've worked for HOURS on this first episode. IS it ready? Don't Publish The First Thing You...
Oct. 1, 2021
Is the Curse of Knowledge Ruining Your Podcast Interview?
You’ve probably heard the phrase knowledge is power. I always say knowledge is power when you act on it. Today I’m going to explain when knowledge is a curse. When you do an interview, picture yourself sitting at a table with your guest across...
Dec. 1, 2020
Is Your Podcast Missing Love From Google?
Today we are going to talk a little about Podcast SEO - (Search Engine Optimization) There are types of players that media hosts provide that are often called: Show Player (instead of an episode player) Podcast Juke Box Binge Box There are WordPress...
Nov. 1, 2020
How to Tell How Many People Subscribe To Your Podcast
How many subscribers does my podcast have? Just this morning, I've had three people email me this question this morning (and I heard it on my last coaching call). The answer is: you can't. There's no actual way to get that number. YouTube Vs...
Sept. 15, 2020
Before You Pay to Promote Your Podcast - DO THIS
I was in a Facebook group and someone asked, "What are your tips for getting more listeners to your podcast?" and the very first comment was, "Marketing.. Facebook ads" and while there were other decent suggestions, many of the suggestions were BUYING...
Aug. 15, 2020
Charging Your Podcast Guest An Appearance Fee?
Supply and Demand The "law" of supply and demand is this: The more demand there is for a product, the more you can charge for it. There are many things that lead and boost demand, and that is outside the scope of today's show. In general, you are...
Aug. 2, 2020
How to Do An "Ask Me Anything (AMA)" Episode
Oscar Trimboli asked me, "Hey, do you have anything about doing an Ask me anything sometimes called AMA's. That type of episode?" Well, there are a couple of things to think of number one, for this to work you need an audience. So this is the first...
June 17, 2020
Can You Have TOO MUCH Voice Inflection?
When you are podcasting you are talking to your audience, but you also have to realize there is a bit of "performance" mixed in. This is why you had people like Wolfman Jack and other people who were super high energy. Then you had people like Paul...