Episodes

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...

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...

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...

Last week talked about gear. This week we are talking about being a good guests and finding a good guest.

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...

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....

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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,...

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...

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...