We are back from a quick hiatus and having a great time. There were some interesting articles on the number of podcasts in Anchor that only have one episode.  SPONSOR: PodcastBranding.co If you need artwork, a website, or a Podcast Branding Audit, then go see Mark at www.podcastbranding.co TOPICS: 00:00 Welcome! 01:08 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co 03:19 67% of One and Done Are Anchor Shows 05:55 Are Crap Shows Inhibiting Discovery 09:30 Should You Edit Your Show? 13:37 I Launched My Podcast Today 17:12 Mike Rowe Changed His Format 18:26 No Safe Places Adam Carolla Documentary 23:46 Awesome Supporters 26:23 Meeting Listeners 29:11 Managing a Big Group 30:19 Attending Conferences 32:17 Speakers Who Don't Time Themselves 36:24 Clubhouse Mic Hogs 41:07 Zealous.space 43:29 Conference Schedules 49:18 Stopping Microphone Bleed Ready to Start Podcasting? www.schoolofpodcasting.com/workwithme Support the Show Go to www.askthepodcastcoach.com/store

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Today's episode is all about the fascinating (and kinda spooky) world of AI voices and their role in reshaping the podcasting landscape. From discussing the impact of AI technology on audio production to sharing tips on recording and editing, we delve into the possibilities and challenges that AI brings to the podcasting realm. Join us as we explore the evolving trends in podcast monetization, share thoughts on transcript accessibility, and engage in lively discussions surrounding the future of podcasting. 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 true those movies are that are based on a true story? Find out at www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com  Become an Awesome Supporter Get Bonus Content Live Group Coaching www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome or consider a one-time donation. 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  Feature Awesome Supporter Glenn Hebert - Horse Radio Network https://www.horseradionetwork.com Mentioned In This Episode Eleven Labshttps://supportthisshow.com/elevenlabs  Podpage www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks www.homegadgetgeelks.com  The School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach  Become an Awesome Supporter www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome  Voice and Vocals Jodie Krangle https://voiceoversandvocals.com/  Shure MV7 Microphone  https://geni.us/shure-mv7-usb Samson Q2U https://supportthisshow.com/q2u Audio Technica ATR2100X https://podclick.me/atr2100xx  Coinbase https://supportthisshow.com/bitcoin  Gary V Gets Sponsors for His Blog https://youtu.be/UgvjT6W31hM?si=qYvXMelFv2S5mfjq  Profit From Your Podcast Book https://www.profitfromyourpodcast.com/book  Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World Book https://geni.us/platform-michael-hyatt Leaning Towards Wisdom Podcast https://leaningtowardwisdom.com/  Chapter Markers: 00:01:04 - Sponsor: podcastbranding.co (https://www.podcastbranding.co) 00:02:26 - Mugshot: basedonatruestorypodcast.com (https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com ) 00:03:06 - AI Voicer Good and Spooky 00:03:30 - AI Copies My Pace and Influctions (https://supportthisshow.com/elevenlabs ) 00:05:16 - Podcast Hot Seat Intro (https://www.podcasthotseat.com ) 00:06:00 - Is This As Scary as the Rodeo?  00:06:26 - Was That Scary? 00:07:43 - VO Artists Aren't Worried  00:08:55 - Chat GPT Version of YOU  00:17:34 - Guess The Microphone  00:25:04 - Noise Reduction Tip  00:30:22 - Robo Dave and Plosives  00:33:47 - Riverside and Descript Roller Coaster  00:37:44 - Automated Editing  00:39:57 - Who Ate Robo Dave's Yogurt?  00:42:15 - Can I Get Advertisers ?  00:50:06 - Affiliate Marketing  00:54:24 - Get Noticed in a Noisy World (https://geni.us/platform-michael-hyatt ) 00:58:40 - Programmatic Ads - Are They Worth It?  01:03:20 - Monetizing Your Back Catalog  01:05:03 - THANK YOU (https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome ) 01:11:37 - Advertising AI  01:15:55 - Spotify Chapters - and Transcripts  01:24:56 - Robo Dave Wants To End the Show  01:26:37 - Reason To Have a Transcript  01:27:20 - What's Coming Up?  Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 484 is part of the Power of Podcasting Network

Navigating AI in Podcast Creation

In this episode, they'll walk you through their unique experiences and insights on the importance of authenticity, critical self-evaluation, and embracing one's uniqueness in podcasting. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, lead agents 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   Support the Show on Patreon Be an Awesome Supporter!   Featured Paton Horse Radio Networkhttps://www.horseradionetwork.com  - **Embrace Authenticity:** Both Dave and Jim emphasize the importance of developing a consistent and genuine on-air personality. Imitating others won't resonate as well as being your true self. Authenticity draws in listeners and builds trust. - **Master the Art of Receiving Compliments:** Learning to gracefully accept compliments can be challenging but is crucial for personal growth. Jim suggests saying "thank you" and making eye contact, while Dave shares personal stories of deflecting compliments with humor and the need to own his achievements. - **Enhance Your Delivery Techniques:** Effective podcasting isn't just about what you say but how you say it. Utilize pitch, pauses, volume, and word stress to engage your audience fully. Dave even uses a guitar analogy to illustrate how these elements can create a more dynamic and memorable experience. Key Takeaways Embrace Authenticity Both Dave and Jim emphasize the importance of developing a consistent and genuine on-air personality. Imitating others won't resonate as well as being your true self. Authenticity draws in listeners and builds trust. Master the Art of Receiving Compliments  Learning to gracefully accept compliments can be challenging but is crucial for personal growth and rejecting the compliments may be inadvertently rejecting your audience. Enhance Your Delivery Techniques Effective podcasting isn't just about what you say but how you say it. Utilize pitch, pauses, volume, and word stress to engage your audience fully. Dave even uses a guitar analogy to illustrate how these elements can create a more dynamic and memorable experience. Mentioned In This Episode Podpage www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks www.homegadgetgeelks.com  The School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach  Become an Awesome Supporter www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome  Storyworthy Book https://amzn.to/3E2HCxp  In and Around Podcasting https://www.inandaroundpodcasting.com  Chapter Markers: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Greetings  00:00:30 - Technical Difficulties and Shoutouts 00:01:41 - Coffee Break and Sponsor Mentions 00:01:56 - Sponsorships and Branding 00:02:07 - Podcast Branding and Rebranding 00:04:49 - Spotify for Podcasters Update 00:05:48 - Podcasting on Phones Debate 00:08:45 - Storytelling and Delivery Tips 00:10:52 - Accents and Presentation Skills 00:17:14 - Accents and Authenticity in Podcasting 00:31:01 - Business Names and Branding 00:44:56 - Sydnie's Unique Performance on Britain's Got Talent 00:46:19 - The Value of Unexpected Content 00:47:19 - Creating True Content 00:50:43 - Pure Prairie League's One-Hit Wonder 00:52:23 - The Importance of True Fans 00:54:15 - Recognizing and Appreciating Supporters 01:04:36 - The Power of Recognition and Encouragement 01:09:45 - Recognizing and Accepting Compliments 01:20:31 - Favorite Podcast Swag 01:24:48 - Upcoming Episodes and Final Thoughts 01:26:10 - Wrapping Up and Thanking Supporters Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 483 is part of the Power of Podcasting Network

Improving Podcast Performance and Delivery

Today, we dive deep beyond the surface, exploring a cornucopia of topics from the resurgence of classic '70s music influenced by modern media to the practicalities and trends in technology, like the evolving use of iPads and the nuances of studio setups. We'll discuss not just experiencing moments but capturing them, ponder the durability of PC v.s. laptop usage, and give you the inside scoop from the Content Entrepreneur Expo with actionable tips on audience retention shared by our very own Dave at the expo. Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co If you need podcast artwork, lead agents or a full website, podcastbranding.co has you covered. Mark is a podcaster and 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 Support the Show on Patreon Be an Awesome Supporter!  Featured Supporter Radio Free Pro Wrestling https://www.radiofreepw.com/  Mentioned In This Episode Podpage www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks www.homegadgetgeelks.com  The School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach  Become an Awesome Supporter www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome  Born Standing Up: A Comic's Life - Steve Martin https://amzn.to/3yfwIr3 (aff) Apple Crush Commercial https://youtu.be/ntjkwIXWtrc?si=hsYAH3ycq0YwUnPC  iPad 13 with M4 Chip https://amzn.to/44KFlWQ (aff) Building a Storybrand https://amzn.to/3wD0XHO  00:03:19 - Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co (https://www.podcastbranding.co ) 00:04:44 - Mugshot:BasedOnaTrueStoryPodcast.com (https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com ) 00:05:36 - More Than Reading Wiki 00:10:23 - Kevin Hart Preparation  00:11:51 - Thumbs Down?  00:14:47 - Steve Martin and Being Unique  00:18:56 - Silly Zagging  00:20:34 - Jim's Take  00:25:05 - Apple's iPad Commercial  00:30:14 - Who is Using iPads?  00:38:20 - Bad Singing At Concerts  00:39:46 - Multiple Apple Devices  00:44:30 - Getting Clients From Your Podcast  00:48:55 - Your Podcast Website Episode 3 https://www.yourpodcastwebsite.com/3   00:51:15 - Thank You! https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome   00:53:23 - Featured Supporter: Radio Free Pro Wrestling https://www.radiofreepw.com/   00:54:45 - Jim's New Lights https://amzn.to/4by9Ktp  01:01:28 - Seeing Passion and Pet Peeves in the Wild  01:05:34 - Pretty Links and Podpage  01:07:29 - A Guests Bad Audio  01:13:20 - Wrap up

Bringing Back the Classics: Music, Tech, and Making Lasting Podcast Content

This show is brought to you by the School of Podcasting Today we talk about realistic growth of a podcast audience. I've always said the formula is  Value in Episode X Smart Promotion = Downloads A recent episode of the Grow Your Show podcast mentioned we might want to mention audience size (social, email list, etc).  Spending money on ads is a strategy, but it relies on many different aspects to have success so you may not strike gold on your first try 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   Support the Show on Patreon Be an Awesome Supporter!  Featured Supporter: Live Well and Flourish  Check out Craig Van Slyke at https://www.livewellandflourish.com or his new show for educators https://www.aigoestocollege.com  Follow the Show  Follow the show on the following apps and never miss an episode Apple Podcasts- Spotify- Podurama- Podcast Guru - Castomatic   Mentioned In This Episode Podpage www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks www.homegadgetgeelks.com  The School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach  Become an Awesome Supporter www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome  Remo on App Sumo https://supportthisshow.com/remo  Pyle Bullhorn https://amzn.to/4dkecxT (aff) Streamyard Video Streaming https://supportthisshow.com/streamyard  Captivate Media Hosting https://supportthisshow.com/captivate  Libsyn Media Hosting https://supportthisshow.com/libsyn  Buzzsprout Hosting https://supportthisshow.com/buzzsprout Blubrry Hosting https://supportthisshow.com/blubrry  Overcast Ads https://overcast.fm/ads  Buzzsprout Ads https://www.buzzsprout.com/ads  Ray Edwards Books https://amzn.to/3UtBHeZ (aff) Mouse Flow https://supportthisshow.com/mouseflow Switchy Link Tracker https://supportthisshow.com/switchy  Profit From Your Podcast https://www.profitfromyourpodcast.com/book  Rumble https://rumble.com/register/schoolofpodcasting/  

Growing Your Podcast Audience: Time, Tools, and Techniques

Today, Dave and Jim start off by looking at the motivational forces of a podcaster. "I think you need to be about 55% passion so that you have enough, "I MUST do this, and 45% logic helps you then steer it in the right direction." You need both for success. Also, maybe NOT start a podcast. 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   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   Support the Show on Patreon Be an Awesome Supporter!  Featured Supporter https://www.indiedropin.com  Mentioned In This Episode Podpage www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks www.homegadgetgeeks.com  The School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.com/coach  Become an Awesome Supporter www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome  Home Gadget Geeks Podcast https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com  Podtrak P4 https://supportthisshow.com/zoomp4 Rodecaster Duo https://supportthisshow.com/rodecasterpro  RSS Importer Plugin from Second Line https://wordpress.org/plugins/podcast-importer-secondline/  Simple Podcast Press https://supportthisshow.com/simplepodcastpress  In and Around Podcasting https://www.inandaroundpodcasting.com/  Jeff Sieh Social Media News Live https://socialmedianewslive.com/  The Audacity to Podcast on AI  https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/11-tips-for-sharing-urls-in-your-podcast/  Ask Ralph Podcast https://www.askralphpodcast.com    Follow the Show  Follow the show on the following apps and never miss an episode Apple Podcasts- Spotify- Podurama- Podcast Guru - Castomatic Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 480 is part of the Power of Podcasting Network  

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