Insights Episodes
July 17, 2025
The YouTube Myth: Just Talk and Go?
Jumping into the world of YouTube isn’t just about pointing a camera and chatting away. Sure, that sounds like a walk in the park, but it’s actually more like a hike up a mountain with a backpack full of gear. You’ll need a d...
June 12, 2025
Moving Your Podcast? Here’s How Not to Mess It Up!
We dive into the world of podcasting domains like pros (or at least like folks who pretend to know what they’re talking about). I mean, have you ever tried to switch your podcast domain? It’s like moving your entire life, but...
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...
April 28, 2025
Why Can't You Get Guests? I've Got The Answer
So, you're having trouble getting guests on your podcast? That can be frustrating. But have you taken a good look at your website lately? Because sometimes the issue isn’t your pitch—it’s your presentation. If your site looks...
Feb. 14, 2025
Podcaster Blues: When Your Show Just Won't Take Off
So, your podcast isn’t growing, huh? You've got the podcaster blues. Yeah, it’s like throwing spaghetti at the wall and hoping it sticks, but all you get is a messy wall. When I was married, I bought flowers for my wife once ...
Feb. 7, 2025
Don't Let Tech Scare You: Podcasting Is Easier Than You Think!
If you're sitting there sweating bullets about diving into the world of podcasting because technology gives you the heebie-jeebies, relax, my friend. The real villain stopping you isn’t the tech; it’s your brain playing trick...
Jan. 18, 2025
Is Podcasting Still Worth It in 2025?
Is it worth starting a podcast in 2025? Dave Jackson dives into this question, addressing common concerns about the podcasting landscape and whether it remains a viable medium. He emphasizes that despite the increase in podca...
Sept. 13, 2024
Avoiding Middlemen: Directly Monetizing Your Podcast
Why would you put a limit on how much someone in your audience would give to you as a way of saying "Thanks" for doing your show? When someone creates a product, they need to ask, "Who is this for, and what problem does this ...
March 9, 2024
Don't Let Your Podcast Die With Your Editor
Today I help you avoid a podcasting headache such as finding out you don't own your show. Summary Podcast ownership and control. David Jackson advises maintaining ownership of podcasts by controlling hosting and credit cards. Starting a...
Oct. 1, 2023
Authenticity: The Bridge that Brings Podcasters and Audiences Closer Together
Have you ever felt like you needed to put on a persona to be a successful podcaster? Well, I'm here to tell you that being yourself is the key to creating great content. Drawing from my recent experiences at various speaking gigs, I've noticed a...
June 15, 2023
8 Reasons Every Coach Should Have a Podcast
Are you a coach wondering if starting a podcast is worth the effort? Look no further! Podcasting offers an array of compelling reasons for coaches to take the plunge and hit the airwaves. From establishing thought leadership and expanding reach to...
March 1, 2023
Can I Play This Song in my Podcast?
This is one of the most frequently asked questions about podcasting. I hear things like: But I'm a small show My podcast doesn't make any money I'm only playing (X amount of time) I bought the CD The reality is, it doesn't matter. You need...
Jan. 15, 2023
Making Smart Purchasing Decisions for Your Podcast
In this podcast, Dave Jackson talks about how he was able to save himself over one thousand dollars by setting logical criteria while making purchasing decisions regarding podcasting equipment. He also shares his experiences with YouTube product reviews and how some of these reviews can be misleadi…
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...
Aug. 1, 2022
What Happened When I Ignored My Own Advice
I have advice that I tell my clients: Record a few test episodes so you can see how long it will take to create an episode - then pick your schedule. Get some feedback from someone you are not related to, or didn't grow up with. You need constructive...
July 1, 2022
Is It Time to Re-Record My Intro?
When you first start out, you are not as confident on the microphone, you may be using some "not so great" equipment (like your camera's microphone) and you haven't mastered mixing audio (so your music bed is too loud). Now 10 episodes later you...
March 15, 2022
Avoid Having Your Podcast Hijacked
When you let someone configure your podcast, there is a good chance you "Didn't know what I didn't know" and you may not even own your show. Today I cover some tips. 1. Make your media host offers a redirect ( use the coupon code sopfree to get a free...
June 15, 2021
What Do I Do With a Bad Podcast Interview?
You've ended up with an interview that is a real stinker? How do you save your interview? Acknowledge it's your fault Turn it into a narrative style podcast Remove it, or don't publish it. What and How Can I Edit My Podcast? Never forget it is...
March 1, 2021
Is Clubhouse Going to Kill Podcasting?
I see people mesmerized by the new Clubhouse App. It's interesting and has 10 million people on it. Here are some other interesting tidbits: It's on iOs only. So 70% of THE WORLD can't use it. They are using FOMO (fear of missing out) like a jedi...
Feb. 15, 2021
Should I Move to a Different Media Host?
When we start to panic, we make bad decisions. Consequently, when your show isn't growing as fast as you want, you might upgrade your equipment (when you didn't need to), or move to a different media host (thinking it will help you get more...
Feb. 1, 2021
Bad Audio in Your Podcast - Who is to Blame?
Your podcast is your brand, and while your guests might not be as nerdy as you are with as nice as gear as you have, that doesn't mean we give them a pass when it comes to audio quality. In movies, plays, television, people audition to get a...
May 27, 2020
Why Joe Rogan Got Paid
Today I talk about Joe Rogan who just got a guesstimate $100 million dollars to make his show available exclusively on Spotify. Why did they buy Joe? Because he is one of the top (if not THE top podcast). So why is he so popular? Joe has a...
May 20, 2020
Everyone Can't Be Your Target Audience
As I record this, it is May 21, 2020, and we are still dealing with the pandemic. This resulted in a lot of zoom meetings. When I'm trying to help a new podcast, and I'll be trying to get them to tell me their target audience. "Oh, it's for everybody,...
May 13, 2020
Obsessing Over Apple Podcast Reviews
People are hip to fake reviews. The general public is not that stupid when it comes to reviews. Review swaps result in really horrible reviews that are NOT helpful to the potential listener. A good review has details as to why something was good...