Ask the Podcast Coach

Ask the Podcast Coach

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Dave Jackson has been helping people launch podcasts since 2005 and every Saturday he is joined by Jim Collison to is runs the Average Guy Network. Together they have 20 years of podcasting experience and coaching.

Episode List

The Truth About Podcast Ads: Creativity, CPMs, and Audience Impact

Feb 21st, 2026 7:00 PM

Send us feedback/questions via TextHey friends, welcome to another episode of Ask the Podcast Coach! I’m Dave Jackson from School of Podcasting, joined by my buddy Jim Collison from Home Gadget Geeks. This week’s show was packed with tons of insights from my trip to Nashville for the NRB (National Religious Broadcasters) conference, navigating the quirks of networking, and battling a post-conference cold.Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvPodcast Hot SeatSupercastPatreonBuy Me a CoffeeWant to keep more of the money you are making as a creator. Check out the Content Creator's Account show with Ralph Estep Jr. Podcast Hot SeatGrow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/storeYour Audience Will Thank You! Leave Your QuestionGo to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show.Content Creator's AccountantKeep the money you're making. Go see the Content Creator's Accountant.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the showBE AWESOME!Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome

Monetize Your Audience, Not Your Podcast

Feb 14th, 2026 9:00 PM

Send us feedback/questions via TextJim is back and he and dave talk about Rob and Elsie going to work for Captivate, Jim's new Samson Q2U microphone, and monetization when you fist start podcastingSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvPodcast Hot SeatSponsor Magnet BookProfit From Your Podcast BookSamson Q2UFeatured Supporters: Jill and Alison from the Keep the Flame Alive Podcast.The podcast for fans of the Olympics and Paralympics at flamealivepod.comFeatured Supporters: Jill and Alison from the Keep the Flame Alive Podcast.The podcast for fans of the Olympics and Paralympics at flamealivepod.com Podcast Hot SeatGrow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/storeYour Audience Will Thank You! Leave Your QuestionGo to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show.Support the showBE AWESOME!Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome

Don’t Be Boring: Performance, Coaching, and Community in Podcasting

Feb 7th, 2026 9:00 PM

Send us feedback/questions via TextSend us feedback/questions via TextDave gets to hang with Glenn "The Geek" Hebert from the Horse Radio Network and talk about using your voice, building communities, Networks, and moreSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvHorse Radio NetworkPodcast Hot SeatFeatured Supporter: Keep the Flame AliveJordan Harbinger on the New Media ShowFeatured Supporters: Jill and Alison from the Keep the Flame Alive Podcast.The podcast for fans of the Olympics and Paralympics at flamealivepod.com Podcast Hot SeatGrow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/storeYour Audience Will Thank You! Leave Your QuestionGo to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show.Support the showBE AWESOME!Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome

Should You Join a Podcast Network: The $300 Question

Jan 24th, 2026 8:00 PM

Send us feedback/questions via TextDave is back from Podfest with some insights and stories and Ralph has a question about joining a network.Sponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvPodcast Hot SeatFeatured Supporter: Max at aviationnewstalk.com00:00 Introduction02:24 PodcastBranding.co https://www.podcastbranding.co03:50 Based On a True Story Podcast https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com06:35 Why Events are Expensive10:58 Hall of Fame Highlights19:41 Ralph's Faith Network Question37:00 Reviewing Pitch a Podcast Form43:00 Audio vs Video Podcasting53:00 In-Person Video Production Tips01:02:00 Streaming Tools Discussion01:11:00 DJI Mic Video Transfer Issues01:12:12 Libsyn's Ability to Move From their Platform is Not Working Properly01:15:06 Thank You Supporters https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome01:15:39 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com01:15:59 Podcast Hot Seat https://www.podcasthotseat.com01:16:25 Podpage.com http://www.podpage.com/preview01:16:40 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com01:17:33 Featured Supporter: Aviation News Talk https://aviationnewstalk.com/01:17:52 Please Support The Show https://podcastcoach.supercast.com/01:18:00 Monetizing 5K Downloads01:18:33 Podcast Insurance https://supportthisshow.com/thimble01:18:53 Moving Giant Files From Your Phone to Your PCThis week's awesome support is Max Trescot from Aviation News Talk. If you're a pilot (or know one), go over to aviationnewstalk.com Podcast Hot SeatGrow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/storeYour Audience Will Thank You! Leave Your QuestionGo to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show.Support the showBE AWESOME!Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome

Is Organic Growth Dead? Is RSS losing it's Power?

Jan 11th, 2026 12:00 AM

Send us feedback/questions via TextTo we talk about the power of RSS (and is it diminishing)? Is Organic search (word of mouth) dead? and the importance of backing things up.Send us feedback/questions via TextSponsors:PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear youBasedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?Video Version (unedited)Mentioned In This EpisodeSchool of Podcastinghttps://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/joinPodpagehttp://www.trypodpage.comHome Gadget Geekshttp://www.theaverageguy.tvPodcast Hot SeatFeatured Supporter: Chris at Castahead.netEquipment MentionedHollyland Lark M2 Wireless SystemRode Wireless MicroShure MV88 Usb-CZoom Podtrak P4 Portable RecorderFeatured Supporter Chris StoneCast Ahead has carved a niche in the podcasting industry by providing full-spectrum podcast production services tailored to each client’s unique needs See castahead.net Podcast Hot SeatGrow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/storeYour Audience Will Thank You! Leave Your QuestionGo to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show.Support the showBE AWESOME!Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome

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