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Today on the show we talk a little Fourth of July fun, and Dave taking a tumble leaving his knees all bloody. We answer some great questions like, "Should my ad be an ad for the ad?"
"Are you ready to handle a podcast emergency?"
"Recommended Email List Providers"
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Home Gadget Geeks
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The School of Podcasting
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Become an Awesome Supporter
www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome
HeartBeat Community
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Substack
https://podcastingobservations.com/
ConvertKit
https://supportthisshow.com/convertkit
Mailerlite
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Aweber
https://podcastcoach.aweber.com/
Captivate Media Hosting
https://supportthisshow.com/captivate
Supercast Crowdfunding
https://supportthisshow.com/supercast
Patreon Crowdfunding
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Red Circle
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https://geni.us/rode-wireless_pro
Shure Move mic
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GroupMe
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Descript
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Chapters
00:00:00 - Introduction and Greetings
00:00:31 - Dave's Scab Story
00:01:56 - Podcast Branding and Sponsorships
00:03:50 - Fireworks and Fourth of July Reflections
00:08:57 - Podcasting Preparedness and Backup Plans
00:20:55 - Advertising on Your Podcast
00:41:39 - Discord Interface and Usability
00:42:45 - Family Communication on Discord
00:43:00 - Exploring Discord Features
00:44:13 - StreamYard and Dark Mode
00:45:32 - Software Development and Pricing
00:48:47 - Managing Online Communities
00:53:45 - Heartbeat and Volley for Coaching
00:57:03 - Email Marketing Tools
00:59:00 - Podcast Hosting Platforms
01:09:46 - Recording Equipment for Podcasts
01:24:43 - Closing Remarks and Announcements
Understanding your audience is non-negotiable when crafting an exceptional podcast. All good podcasters start by clearly identifying their audience. Are you catering to 24-year-old women or 59-year-old women? Knowing your audience is essential to producing content that resonates. This involves diligent research to understand your listeners' preferences and needs.
Today, we're talking about how to do ENGAGING interviews as well as how to GET MORE INTERVIEWS.
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This is episode 938 of the School of Podcasting
00:00:00 - Based on Feedback
00:00:22 - Opening
00:01:14 - Conducting Interviews
00:01:40 - Where Do You Start?
00:03:19 - Your Podcast Is Your Home
00:07:18 - How to Avoid Guests With Terrible Audio
00:11:25 - Telling a Guest Their Audio Isn't Good Enough
00:12:58 - Get a Scheduling Tool
00:14:39 - Send Reminders
00:15:24 - Your Checklist
00:17:36 - How to Ask Questions
00:19:30 - My Interview Setup
00:21:01 - LISTEN
00:21:43 - No Active Listening
00:22:25 - Worst Question Ever
00:24:19 - Scheduling Nightmares
00:24:54 - Double-Intro
00:25:29 - Let them Think
00:26:15 - No Value Answers
00:27:55 - Share Your Insights Last
00:29:56 - EDIT EDIT EDIT EDIT
00:32:53 - Make It Easy to Share
00:33:37 - Why Guests Don't Share Their Appearance
00:34:24 - A Greatest hits Interview
00:34:56 - The Biggest Benefit of interviews
00:38:11 - What Do I Do With a Bad Interview?
00:38:50 - The Awkward Conversation
00:40:28 - Rearrange The Content
Today, we're joined by special guest D.R., and we'll be exploring the intricate craft of building a compelling story arc for your podcast episodes.
We'll also touch on how reviews influence our decisions, the evolving role of AI in editing and summarizing content, and why good audio quality is crucial for listener engagement. Plus, Dave shares some personal tips on using Hindenburg software for narrative podcasting, and both hosts discuss the ever-present challenge of setting the right default audio settings.
Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co
If you need podcast artwork, lead magnets or a full website, podcastbranding.co has you covered. Mark is a podcaster in addition to being an award-winning artist. He designed the cover art for the School of Podcasting, Podcast Rodeo Show, and Ask the Podcast Coach. Find Mark at https://podcastbranding.co
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Home Gadget Geeks
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The School of Podcasting
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Chapters
00:00:00 Introduction
00:01:21 Podcast Branding .co
00:02:48 Based ON a True Story Podcast
00:03:20 D.R. To the Stage
00:04:34 Creating a Story Arc
00:09:57 We All Run Into Snags
00:14:22 Narrative Style Podcasting
00:23:14 Throwing in the Towel
00:29:09 Choosing a Podcast Topic
00:36:35 Flooded Basements
00:39:29 Subscribe buttons in Podpage
00:41:04 Reg vs V4V Apps
00:42:03 Challenges in Podcasting 2.0
00:45:16 Rebranding/Name Change
00:53:10 Is Anyone Blogging?
01:00:16 THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT
01:03:42 I Am Nasal
01:06:46 We All Sound Different and it's OK
01:14:05 What Makes You Press Stop?
01:17:24 Breathers
01:23:18 Do reviews Influence You
01:25:14 Wrap Up
Today we talk about if your show is feeling stale, maybe a change of input could help. One form of content that might be getting overlooked is books. In addition to libraries, there are online tools. In Ohio we have Libby and Hoopla Digital that allow you to listen audiobooks for free. Spotify has recently added audiobooks to their service and Amazon has Audible.
When you change the information that is feeding your brain, you change the output of your show.
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Contributors
Zo from Back Look Cinema
https://www.backlookcinema.com/podcast
J from Okie Bookcast
https://www.okiebookcast.com/
John Finkelde - Grow a Healthy Church
https://growahealthychurch.com/
York from Welcome to Earth Stories
https://welcometoearthstories.com/
Mark from Practical Prepping
https://practicalprepping.info/
Mike from the 70's Vs the 80s
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-70s-vs-the-80s/id1527870389
(mike buy a domain at coolerwebsites.com and point at something).
Craig from Live Well and Flourish
https://www.livewellandflourish.com
Mark From PodcastBranding.co
https://www.resourcefuldesigner.com/
Ralph From Ask Ralph Show (Personal Finance from a Christian Persepctive)
https://www.askralphpodcast.com
Books Mentioned
Old Man's War
https://amzn.to/3zfJ6ru
Bird by Bird
https://amzn.to/45zUB9p
Crucial Conversations
https://amzn.to/3XAGOxp
The Giving Tree
https://amzn.to/4bl2658
Success Principles
https://amzn.to/3KXKTnI
Born to Run
https://amzn.to/4cyWNjO
Letters From a Stoic
https://amzn.to/3VCfOLl
Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World
https://geni.us/platform-michael-hyatt
Storybrand
https://amzn.to/3VEY81o
How to Win Friends and Influence People
https://amzn.to/4esKCqi
Mastering Your Finances (Free when you sign up for newsletter)
https://www.askralphpodcast.com
Storyworthy by Mathew Dicks
https://amzn.to/3E2HCxp
Profit From Your Podcast
https://www.profitfromyourpodcast.com/book
Other Items
00:25:39 - Quit Encouraging Fraud
00:28:43 - Weird Spotify Video Thing
00:31:53 - Eyes on Streamyard https://supportthisshow.com/streamyard
00:33:30 - Podcast Rewind: EO Fire https://www.eofire.com/podcast/davejackson/
00:34:16 - Question of the Month https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/question
00:37:14 - Live Appearances https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/where
Today we delve into the world of format changes in radio shows and how long to test them, comparing the trial durations with TV shows. We discuss the ins and outs of running podcast ads and the complexities of measuring their effectiveness.
From sharing anecdotes about failed experiments like the ill-fated jingle to recounting the successes of artists like Justin Timberlake, Marky Wahlberg, and members of boy bands who ventured into acting, we explore the intersection of luck, money, and hard work in achieving success. We also spotlight useful podcast tools like PodPage and Ecamm, and debate the future of platforms like StreamYard amid recent acquisitions and staff layoffs.
We touch on the importance of calls to action in your episodes, strategies for engaging your audience on YouTube, and the impact of AI on podcast production. Plus, you'll hear about notable episodes from other popular podcasts and listener experiences with starting their own shows. So, strap in and get ready for insights, advice, and a few laughs along the way as Dave and Jim guide you through another insightful episode of "Ask the Podcast Coach."
Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co
If you need podcast artwork, lead magnets or a full website, podcastbranding.co has you covered. Mark is a podcaster in addition to being an award-winning artist. He designed the cover art for the School of Podcasting, Podcast Rodeo Show, and Ask the Podcast Coach. Find Mark at https://podcastbranding.co
Mugshot: Based on a True Story Podcast
Ever wonder how much of those "Based on a true story" movies are real? Find out at www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com
JOIN THE SCHOOL OF PODCASTING
Join the School of Podcasting worry-free using the coupon code " coach " and save 20%. Your podcast will have you sounding confident, sound great (buying the best equipment for your budget), and have you syndicated all over the globe. There is a 30-day worry-free money-back guarantee
Go to https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach
Become an Awesome Supporter
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Podpage
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Home Gadget Geeks
www.homegadgetgeelks.com
The School of Podcasting
www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach
Become an Awesome Supporter
www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome
Ecamm
https://supportthisshow.com/ecamm
Streamyard
https://supportthisshow.com/streamyard
Riverside
https://supportthisshow.com/riverside
NoteJoy (Evernote Replacement)
https://supportthisshow.com/notejoy
Evmux
https://evmux.com/
Tubebuddy
https://supportthisshow.com/tubebuddy
VidIQ
https://supportthisshow.com/vidiq
Jillian Michaels California Got Too Crazy
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kiX8UrJkY5w
Chapters
00:00:00 - Introduction and Welcome
00:00:43 - Community and Guest Appreciation
00:01:28 - Podcast Branding.co (https://www.podcastbranding.co )
00:02:43 - Based On a True Story Podcast (https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com )
00:03:19 - Starting a Yapping Podcast
00:07:47 - Solo vs. Dialogue Shows
00:15:42 - Listener Feedback and Engagement
00:26:28 - Call to Action Strategies
00:32:42 - YouTube and AI Innovations
00:43:13 - Engaging with Negative Comments
00:43:47 - The Challenges of Growing on YouTube
00:44:21 - Dealing with Trolls and Nasty Comments
00:45:13 - The Vulnerability of Content Creators
00:45:27 - Lighthearted Banter and Audience Interaction
00:47:31 - WordPress Themes for Podcasters (https://supportthisshow.com/secondline )
00:48:25 - Exploring PodPage for Podcast Websites (http://www.trypodpage.com )
00:56:02 - StreamYard and the Future of Live Streaming
01:13:53 - The Reality of Podcast Growth
01:25:34 - Final Thoughts and Audience Engagement
