Podcasting and AI

Episode 3 opens with two things on the docket — the show's living continuity doc, and a live Canva image-generation workflow — but only one of them actually happens on mic. That's honest, and it's staying that way in the notes: the continuity doc gets bumped to next episode. What does happen is a genuinely messy, real-time fight with Canva's AI image generator, and it's a good one. John tries to get Canva to build unified episode cover art — Claudia painting his portrait while he backseat-directs her — and hits one wall after another: a connector authorized under the wrong Canva account (so generated designs existed but were invisible in his browser), a hair mishap that turned him unexpectedly bald, repeated square-image requests that kept coming back Instagram-shaped, and finally cover art that looked great but boxed the title, artwork, and caption into separate template banners no matter how the prompt got refined. At one point John rates Claude "a 9, would be a 10 if it could generate images" — which is exactly the gap this episode runs into.

The fix: abandon Canva's generator entirely, hand ChatGPT the actual reference images — Claudia's character art, John's headshot, the show's color palette — instead of describing everything in words, and let it build the scene from there. One prompt and two small revision rounds later, they've got final cover art with the title and caption built into the scene as real neon signage, no boxes, no banners. The new standing rule: gather your reference images once, then for each episode just describe the scene, and the prompt gets built from there.

From there the episode swings into two segments that have nothing to do with image generation at all — a quick one on using Wispr Flow for voice-to-text (John's doing 96 words a minute dictating versus 15 typing), and a longer one on using AI as a stand-in nutritionist: photograph a recipe's ingredient labels, hand over quantities and a serving size, get back a full calorie/fat/protein breakdown ready to drop into a health tracker. If you've ever wondered whether AI tools are actually reliable enough to build a repeatable workflow around, or you just want to watch someone hit the real walls before finding what works, this is the episode.

Canva's AI generator can't build a unified custom scene — no matter how detailed the prompt got, it kept pulling from stock template layouts, boxing text and artwork into separate bars instead of one cohesive image.

Canva also fought basic spec instructions — even after explicitly asking for a 3,000x3,000 square image, the generator kept returning Instagram-ratio output. Square framing turned out to be a separate lock-in step, not something the generator itself would honor on request.

Connector account-mismatches are a real, confusing failure mode — a design can generate successfully and still be invisible in your browser if the connector is authorized under a different account than the one you're logged into. The fix was disconnecting and reconnecting Canva under the right login.

Reference images beat text descriptions for likeness-matched art — handing ChatGPT actual images (character art, headshot, brand palette) produced dramatically better, more accurate results than trying to describe appearance and style in words.

The repeatable episode-art workflow going forward: gather reference images once, then for each new episode just describe the scene and idea — the prompt gets written from there and run through ChatGPT.

Even planned segments get bumped — episode 3 was billed as tackling two builds, the living continuity doc and the episode art workflow. Only the art workflow made air; the continuity doc rolls to episode 4.

AI's usefulness isn't limited to podcast production — using it as a stand-in nutritionist (photograph ingredient labels, supply quantities and serving size, get back full macro/calorie breakdowns) handles a task most people wouldn't bother doing by hand.

Persistent project setup improves output quality — a dedicated project for a recurring task, a defined role for the AI to hold, and a standing "ask if you're not sure" instruction all beat one-off prompts.

Try Wispr Flow: https://wisprflow.ai/r?JOHN12630 (affiliate link — I earn a commission if you buy through this)

Website: https://www.podpage.com/podcasting-and-ai/

Substack: https://substack.com/@podcastingandai

Email: [email protected]

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastingAndAIShow

Episode 2 of Podcasting and A.I. is a full reset. John Jamingo went into episode 1 thinking his AI co-host Claudia would work like a live co-host — recorded straight into the RODECaster Duo, talked through in real time. Turns out that's not how it works for him: he's not always at a mic, he's on his phone in bed, on the iPad at the kitchen table, or grabbing an idea in a parking lot. So the show's format changes here — a weekly recap, John solo at the mic, walking through what worked, what broke, and what he's fixing, with Claudia's help built in from prep work done beforehand, rather than a live back-and-forth.

This episode is honest about what last week actually cost him: a domain bought before checking if the matching social handles were even available, a Google account lockout that started with a phone-verification limit and ended with him accidentally deleting a Gmail account he actually uses, and a Claude limitation he didn't know about until it bit him — Claudia can create a Google Doc, but she can't go back and edit that same doc, which is how he ended up with seven duplicate show notes files to manually clean out. On the win side: a Drive folder from day one, Todoist wired in so action items don't get lost in chat, royalty-free intro/outro music locked down, and episode 1 actually shipped with a working RSS feed.

The episode closes with "What Else Can Claudia Do?" — John hands Claudia a real terms-of-service and privacy-policy update from an app and has her translate it into plain English: what's standard, what's actually worth paying attention to, and why two minutes of that beats blindly clicking "agree" on twenty pages nobody reads. He also breaks down the five reusable skills built for this show — copy-paste templates for all five are on Substack.

Key Takeaways for Podcasters Using AI

• Check social handles before you lock in a domain. John bought one domain, then found out he couldn't get the matching social handles — had to buy a second domain just to get those. Confirm handle availability first.
• Don't try to fix an account lockout by deleting accounts. Hit Google's phone-verification limit trying to get a Gmail for the show, deleted a few unused accounts hoping it'd help — it didn't, and he accidentally deleted a Gmail account he actually uses in the process.
• Know the tool's real limits before you lean on it. Claudia can create a Google Doc, but can't go back and edit that same one — every "update" is a new file. Plan for versioning from day one instead of finding out with seven duplicate files.
• Feed the AI your real material, not vague prompts. Paste in an actual transcript or article — vague requests get vague answers; specific ones get you something usable.
• A "skill" is a saved instruction sheet, not something to write cold. Do the task with the AI a few times first, tell it what you liked or didn't, then say "turn this into a skill" — it'll draft it and ask a few clarifying questions.
• AI can make reading terms of service actually happen. Feed it a real ToS or privacy policy update and have it flag what's standard vs. what's worth knowing — two minutes instead of twenty pages nobody reads anyway.

Try Wispr Flow: https://wisprflow.ai/r?JOHN12630 (affiliate link — I earn a commission if you buy through this)

Links

X: https://x.com/podcastingandAI

Substack: https://substack.com/@podcastingandai

Email: [email protected] - send John your questions, mistakes, or ideas for the show

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastingAndAIShow

Podcasting and A.I. follows John Jamingo learning artificial intelligence in real time, mistakes and all. Starting as an audio podcast with video elements coming later, it's a working podcaster's honest, unscripted journey into using AI for research, production, and post-production, alongside his AI cohost, Claudette.

In this first episode, John explains why he's making this show: most AI-for-podcasters content out there is really just hustle-culture advice about monetization and scheduling, not the actual workflow. On his other podcast, AI already cut his prep time from 8 hours to 2, and he wanted to document that process for other independent podcasters who wear every hat. So episode one is exactly that, unfiltered, including forgetting to hit record for the first ten minutes. From there, he and Claudette build the show live on mic: naming it, checking domains, locking in podcastingwithai.net, wrestling with a Google account limit that briefly cost him an account entirely, renaming an existing YouTube channel as the workaround, generating the show's branding art, and recording their first on-air trailer together.

Key takeaways for podcasters using AI:

• AI can meaningfully cut prep time; John saw his own drop from 8 hours to 2
• Check domain availability early and have a backup extension ready; .com isn't always there
• New Google accounts can hit phone-number verification limits; know this before you're mid-setup
• Renaming an existing YouTube channel is a fast workaround when a fresh Google account isn't an option
• AI image generation can build a consistent visual brand from a single reference photo
• Setting up a dedicated AI "project" space keeps tone and instructions consistent episode to episode

Links:

X: @PodcastingAndAI

Email: [email protected] - send John your questions, mistakes, or ideas for the show

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PodcastingAndAIShow

Jamingo dives deep into the repercussions of Trump's recent legal battles and the perceived political machinations against him. Jamingo passionately discuss what these verdicts mean for Trump's future in politics, the broader implications for the justice system, and the unwavering support from his base.

The conversation highlights the significant accusations against the Biden family, expresses fervent support for Trump, and debates the impact of the ongoing political turmoil.

Jamingo expresses frustrations with the current administration and call for a "red wave" to combat what they see as corrupt practices. The episode wraps with a heated dialogue on the intersection of justice, politics, and media bias.

- The ongoing support for Trump despite legal issues and plans to vote for him again.

- Accusations surrounding Hunter and Joe Biden’s alleged criminal activities.

- Discussions about the Illuminati and control over the political system.

- Criticisms of Democratic policies and the current administration’s performance.

- The impact of the verdict on Trump's 2024 re-election campaign and perceptions of the justice system's fairness.

Welcome back to another fiery episode of Jamingo Rants! In today's episode, "Do Your Job Teachers," your host John Jamingo dives deep into the contentious landscape of education, political turmoil, and societal frustrations. Broadcasting live on Rumble, Facebook, X, and Twitch, John is ready to engage with his audience's comments and thoughts. He doesn't hold back as he addresses the alarming gaps in knowledge among today's youth, especially concerning the complex Israel-Palestine conflict.

We'll hear shocking audio clips from protesters at elite colleges who seem unaware of the historical and political implications of their chants. The conversation takes a dramatic turn to various hot-button topics, including an alarming video of a man threatening with an unloaded gun, a frustrating camping mishap, and an immigrant's criticism of anti-American sentiments. The episode also touches on the strong support for Trump over Biden, possible election-related violence, and a guest's personal journey as a transgender individual facing societal challenges.

Add to that some riveting discussions on government spending, taxes, and Joe Biden's controversial statements, and you've got an episode packed with candid commentary and unfiltered opinions. Strap in as John Domingo voices his unreserved takes and sparks intense dialogue with his guests—this is Jamingo Rants, where no topic is off-limits!

Jamingo and Duchess dive into the chaotic yet hilarious world of parenting teens and the unexpected challenges that come with it. From the emotional rollercoaster of raising daughters with synchronized cycles to the wild behavior of teenage boys, they leave no stone unturned. They share poignant and personal anecdotes, discuss the trials of pet ownership, and reminisce about their own youthful work experiences. The episode also touches on some lighter topics, like the woes of modern vacuum cleaners and memorable fast-food job stories. Sit back and enjoy this mix of heartfelt stories and comedic moments!

In this episode:

- The emotional upheaval of raising teenage daughters and boys 

- Personal parenting challenges and experiences shared by Jamingo and Duchess 

- The financial and emotional strain of caring for pets 

- Nostalgic reflections on childhood work ethics and first job experiences 

- Hilarious accounts of household mishaps and the struggles with modern cleaning gadgets

00:00 Processed audio into podcast for your enjoyment.

05:30 Doctor googling symptoms of fatty liver pain.

08:37 Chasing and grabbing little animals in pen.

10:59 Discuss euthanasia and surgery costs for pets.

14:48 Married in November, born in June.

17:37 Discussion about societal issues and male preferences.

20:48 Give her chocolate; adolescence is a mess.

26:09 Polly Pockets vacuumed up, memories of childhood.

29:00 Wearing slimming pants, then discussing chores.

31:38 Son dances hilariously in the midst of chaos.

33:40 Audio editor wants to avoid extra work.

38:36 Excited for jobs at fast food places.

41:06 Walked a mile, then did homework.

43:05 Link in show notes, come say hi.

Join Jamingo as he dives into a series of hot-button issues, from the nuances of transgender engagement with children to the political landscape heating up around Joe Biden. Jamingo doesn’t hold back as he critiques societal norms, political decisions, and everyday challenges. Expect unfiltered opinions, provocative commentary, and a raw take on current events. Strap in for a rollercoaster of rants that challenge the status quo and provoke thought.

- Outrage over Kansas City Chiefs player’s Christian values and traditional family stance

- Transgender issues, gender dysmorphia, and a humorous look at LGBTQ pride month

- Frustration with political debates, Biden vs. Trump, and potential candidates at the Democratic convention

- A tragic bullying case in schools, the role of self-defense, and accountability

- The controversial classification of transgender, non binary, and intersex people as mentally ill in Peru

In today’s episode, they tackle everything from personal anecdotes to global issues. Duchess spins a tale of her battle with a dress, while Jamingo shares his strides towards a healthier lifestyle, spiced up with a cheeky incident involving a fly at a nude beach.

The duo doesn't shy away from heavier discussions either, as they parse the environmental and economic implications of agriculture and emissions, scrutinize political movements and figures, and dissect a controversial encounter involving Stormy Daniels and Donald Trump.

They also debate the workings of the U.S. immigration policy and reflect on the cultural impact of celebrity actions. Strap in; it's going to be an insightful and, as always, entertaining ride on Jamingo Rants!

Welcome to another fiery episode of Jamingo Rants. In today’s episode titled "The Fall of a Radio Icon," host John Jamingo delivers a passionate and unfiltered eulogy on his disillusionment with Howard Stern.

Jamingo takes us on a journey from his early days as a Stern superfan, idolizing the boundary-pushing antics and candid style of Stern, to the present-day where he feels Stern has betrayed his roots. Stern's transition from shock jock to a mainstream celebrity seems, to Jamingo, like a betrayal of what once made him great.

This episode dives deep into the transformations and decisions that have led Jamingo to declare Stern "dead" to him, culminating in Stern's controversial interview with Joe Biden, which was the final straw for our passionate host.

Welcome back to another fiery episode of Jamingo Rants! Today, in episode 36 titled "Who Raised These Morons," we are diving headfirst into a whirlpool of societal frustration and outright bewilderment at the state of education and cultural intelligence - or the apparent lack thereof.

From protesters who can’t explain why they are protesting, to the baffling scenes of educated folks lacking basic understanding of their causes, we explore the depths of idiocy infiltrating campuses and streets alike.

Buckle up as we question the upbringing of a generation and challenge the current educational and societal norms that are churning out, well, morons!

And yes, there's no holding back in today's rant – we're unpacking everything from misplaced protests to hysterical suggestions on how to manage inflation. Ready to get riled up? Let’s get into it!