Episodes
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...
June 5, 2025
How to do a call in show with 2 hosts?
Ever wondered how to pull off a call-in show when your co-host is chilling in another state? Well, I'm here to spill the beans on my chaotic journey of figuring out this wild ride. Spoiler alert: it’s not all rainbows and but...
May 29, 2025
Stop! Don’t Upload That Picture to Your Media Host!
Adding images to your media host show notes? Yeah, that’s a recipe for disaster. I mean, picture this: you drop a brand new episode, and instead of a visually stunning experience, your notes look like a digital explosion. Not...
May 22, 2025
Red Flags for Podcast Guests: How to Spot 'Em
Let's chat about the biggest red flag when it comes to podcast guests: the obsession with audience size . Seriously, if the first thing a potential guest wants to know is how many downloads your show gets, it’s a major warnin...
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...
May 5, 2025
Why 20 Downloads Isn’t a Total Fail (Seriously!)
So, someone on Reddit wrote, “My podcast stinks,” and I think we should talk about it. Spoiler alert: just because your download numbers are low doesn’t mean your podcast is a total flop—like, it’s not the end of the world if...
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...
April 12, 2025
The Surprising Secret to a Growing Email List
Growing your newsletter can feel like trying to find a needle in a haystack, right? But fear not, because I've got a strategy that’s so simple, you might just roll your eyes and think it can’t be real. Spoiler alert: it is. W...
March 21, 2025
Frazzled Minds Make Frazzled Choices
Bad Environments Lead to Bad Decisions Bad environments lead to bad decisions, and boy, do we have stories to share! Ever looked back at some of your life choices and thought, “What on Earth was I thinking?” Yeah, me too! We ...
March 6, 2025
Sponsorship Shenanigans: How Not to Blow Your First Podcast Sponsorship Deal
Ever wondered how to navigate the wild world of podcast sponsorship? Well, grab your favorite snack and settle in because we’re diving deep into everything you need to know about snagging that sweet sponsorship deal. Picture ...
Feb. 21, 2025
Serving Algorithms or Serving Humans?
Algorithms are like that friend who bails you out one minute and then ghost you the next. Serving alogirthms can help you reach your audience or throw your content into the digital abyss. This episode looks into the wild worl...
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. 25, 2025
Stop Selling, Start Helping: The Secret to Self-Promotion in Podcasting
If you’ve ever struggled with promoting yourself or your offerings, I get it—it can feel awkward, even "salesy." But what if you thought of it as a nudge to value instead of just another call to action? In this episode, I div...
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...
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...
Jan. 2, 2025
Avoid These Common Corporate Podcast Pitfalls
Launching a corporate podcast can be an exciting yet daunting task, especially when you’re the one leading the initiative. In this discussion, I dive into the steps and considerations necessary to create a successful corporat...
Dec. 26, 2024
The Pros and Cons of AI in Podcasting: My Take on NotebookLM
NotebookLM is a new AI tool that allows users to upload PDFs and generate podcast content, raising questions about the role of AI in the podcasting world. Dave Jackson shares his insights on this technology, discussing both i...
Dec. 19, 2024
Mastering Content Consistency: Lessons from Hallmark Movies
Staying consistent with your podcast content is crucial for meeting your audience's expectations and fostering loyalty. Dave Jackson emphasizes the importance of sticking to a winning formula, much like the predictability of ...
Dec. 6, 2024
Why Aren't More People Listening to Your Podcast?
Are you wondering why more people aren’t tuning into your podcast? The truth is, it often comes down to the content you’re producing and how well it resonates with your audience. In this episode, Dave Jackson dives into the f...
Nov. 8, 2024
Don't Start a Podcast Without This Essential Ingredient
If you're contemplating starting a podcast, one crucial factor to consider is your passion for the topic. When a listener recently asked me about launching a history podcast, I emphasized that success isn't about the number o...
Nov. 1, 2024
The Real Secret to Monetizing Your Podcast: It’s Not What You Think
The podcasting landscape is often clouded by persistent myths that can derail the efforts of even the most dedicated creators. In this enlightening session, Dave Jackson confronts the widely held belief that consistency in ep...
Oct. 10, 2024
Forget the Critics: Love Your Podcast Voice
Navigating the complexities of podcasting can be challenging, especially when faced with self-doubt and external criticism. In a recent discussion, the importance of authenticity in voice and presentation was emphasized, part...
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 ...