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Today we have a few topics. First, its a new year! Are you ready? I go through a list of things that you might want to make sure you have.  We talk about asking WHY to help you find additional motivation, and to TIME yourself so you can make informed decisions.  Lastly, some people are making bad decisions for their podcasts as a business, and I give some advice on what to watch out for....

The goal of this episode is to help you understand what makes a GOOD podcast, and help you decide if you should also be a video podcast.  As it's the beginning of the year, MANY people will be selling you on how you can quit your job with no effort, no work, and how easy it is to leave the 9 to 5. They rave at how much money you will make, after all, they are on a boat! And you will do it qui...

I have a tradition that the last episode of the year is you answering WHY your favorite show is your FAVORITE. You know the show, you get notified in your app, and you immediately stop listening to whatever show and IMMEDIATELY go to theirs. Thanks to all who participated. I did something different and had AI summarize all the "WHYs" together. A special shout-out to Matt Rafferty from . I assemble...

Today on episode number 910, what if you took a feedback tool like SpeakPipe and you combined it with the convenience of my podcast reviews and the networking functionality of something like Refonic and then combined it with someone who is obsessed over data that will help you understand and grow your audience named Daniel j Lewis? Well, you get , and that's what we're gonna talk about today. Join...

I read an article by Leslie Thompson titled, , and it really moved me. It points out that even if you end up ceasing to produce your podcast, the time is not waste. It may feel that way, but Leslie shares how her time on the podcast was not a wate of time and she has used her skills in other projects including her now show .  Join the School of Podcasting Community Risk-Free Are you looking t...

You get to do something new. You've never done it before, and you are feeling uncomfortable. In some cases, that feeling will stop you from starting your podcast. Today we talk about that feeling and how to overcome it.  Full show notes with video of the performance at JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING COMMUNITY Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know where to begin? Look no furt...

I was listening to an episode of the where people who work in the advertising space answered if they listened to ads. I know I am not a fan of bad ads, but I wondered what my audience thought. If you're considering putting advertisements into your podcast, you want to hear what NOT to do.  Join the School of Podcasting Community Risk-Free Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't kn...

One of the benefits of podcasting is your get to talk to experts. For me, LinkedIn is my weakest social platform. I know I should do more, but I don't. Well, 2024 is right around the corner, and LinkedIn is on the radio, so I brought on Daniel Alfon (who has been on Linkedin since 2004, has written a book on LinkedIn, offers courses, coaching, etc, and generally knows this stuff when it comes to L...

Today I talk about some practices I've seen and heard about that may be designed to prey on the uninformed and/or be designed to serve the podcaster and not their audience. I also comment on , which ties in nicely with a documentary called "" which shows how Z100 in New York City described their show in a way that positioned themselves as an authority. Join the School of Podcasting Community Risk-...

David Hooper published an episode where he gives the "behind the scenes" view of  on his t show.  I've known Dave for years and respect his insights and snarkiness, and when I heard this episode, I felt compelled to tell everyone about it. That triggered me. Why exactly was I sharing this? Today I brought Dave on as I dissected his episode and got his comments.  Check Out Dave's Boo...

We all know the feeling of hearing a brilliant thought or idea during a podcast, only to have it slip away just as quickly. Well, fear not! In this episode, our host shares their struggles with capturing and remembering information, as well as some incredible insights about how to overcome this challenge. I asked my audience and they shared their strategies which range from No Tech to Multi-level...

While there are no rules for podcasting, there are best practices, and today I'm talking with , who helps people get into the top 100 of the Apple Charts. We also discuss how podcasting can give you back your voice and help you be heard.  An entrepreneur can boost sales when their podcast is On a regular schedule (it helps you be seen as reliable). Makes points through personal stories (it he...

Today, we are talking about your episodes down to a proverb. Proverbs are crafted phrases that have successfully passed wisdom from generation to generation. Proverbs are the ultimate "long story short" that draw their power from the simplicity of their presentation. Are there things you repeat in your show often? Maybe you should embrace your proverb and turn it into swag. Boiling your content do...

Episode 900 (as was 800, 700, etc) has me breaking format. In this episode I share why all the not so great things that happened to you grow up help make you, YOU. Your uniqueness may be the EXACT thing that resonates with people who need to hear your content.  After coming back from the , I was able to book Jesus as a guest. Not to talk about the benefits of believing in him, but more about...

I first interviewed Branden Mullen from Podpage back on . Today he's back as they have added Podpage Eilite a new plan that adds tools to help your podcast get found, notify guests, provide stats on links and more.  Join the School of Podcasting Community Risk-Free Are you looking to start your own podcast but don't know where to begin? Look no further than the . Our comprehensive online...

Today we are diving into the strategy of "feed drops" in podcasting. Some special guests are joining us, including York Campbell, Randy Black, and Zoe Richardson. In this episode, we'll explore the concept of feed drops, where a show drops an episode into the feed of another show to gain new listeners. Our guests will discuss their experiences with feed drops and share their perspectives on whethe...

in today's episode, number 897, we'll dive into the crowdfunding world and discuss the best platforms to use. We'll discuss various crowdfunding platforms like Patreon, Glow, Supercast, Spotify and more, comparing their features and implementation. But crowdfunding comes with its own set of challenges and concerns. We'll address these issues, including worries about not making enough money, the ti...

What works for one podcast may not work for another podcast because their audiences are different. Think of the two female singers, Adele and Pink. The are both authentic, talented singers. One tends to stand on stage, tell stories, and perform in a dress. The other does gymnastics that include floating around the entire outside stadium. Could you see Adele flying around a stadium?  Instead,...

Alex Sanfilippo has the heart of a servant and has made tools for podcasters that help them, and in some cases pay them, to be better podcasters. He is one of the co-founders of PodPros (makes of , , ) and he is the host of . Today, he shares 10 Factors of Podcasting Success. Erase Your Weaknesses With you take a survey, and answer a few questions, and it identifies areas which you are doing well,...

In this episode of the School of Podcasting, we dive deep into time-saving tips for podcasters. I discuss my own experiences and lessons learned, along with a lineup of fantastic guests. We cover a wide range of strategies to improve productivity and efficiency in podcasting. From utilizing second screens and mastering keyboard shortcuts to automating tasks with templates and transcription tools,...

Are you running out of hard drive space due to the large files associated with your podcast, especially if you're playing with video? Worry not, because in this week's episode of The School of Podcasting, Dave Jackson provides a solution to this common problem. Dave discusses the benefits of using cloud storage services like Backblaze B2 Cloud Storage to free up space on your computer. He shares h...

, a man wearing many hats, found himself in the heart of the digital world, not by chance but by curiosity and sheer determination. His journey wasn't a straight line. Jeff kept evolving from dabbling in corporate video production and website building to exploring social media. During one of these explorations, he stumbled upon Pinterest on a podcast. Hearing about the surge of traffic it brought...

Today I'm introducing you to a show with my smallest audience, but also my most vocal. If I go too long without an episode they let me know. This podcast is my audio diary. So yes: I'm not trying to make money I don't care about downloads I'm just talking about me I try to make it entertaining. It is the cheapest therapy I've ever paid for. In today's episode you will hear my talk about a car acci...

One of the things podcasters say is “find your voice” without knowing that it’s Jargon. After all, is my voice lost? What does that mean? Today we will look at finding your voice, and I will tell you what the difference is to the listener. Because the interesting thing is your voice isn’t lost. It’s just got a lot of clutter on top of it. Join the School of Podcasting Community Risk-Free Are you l...

Are you audio or video first? If you want to ride the "Record the video, strip out the audio, cut the video into shorts, transcribe the audio, and become a millionaire" train, there are some things to remember. Your Legacy I saw someone today that I had not seen in at least 31 years and probably more. The last time I saw him he was a little boy who acted like a little boy. He didn't pay attention;...