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It’s Halloween, and the scariest thing on this episode isn’t a costume. Jim is back from Brazil with an urgent warning: a serious PHP zero-day is putting WordPress sites at risk, and he explains why you should patch today or take your site offline. Dave has a deadline of his own: if you ever used Podcorn as a prefix, your podcast could break tomorrow. From there, the guys look at Instagram’s new 90-minute videos and ask who wanted them. They cover how to run an audience survey people will actually answer, and why being “too busy” means you should raise your prices. They also take on free discovery calls, whether your show needs its own app, and Zoom vs. StreamYard. Grab your candy and press play before your website gets spooked.

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Today I'm joined by Neal Veglio of Podmastery.co as Jim is in Brazil.
Are you struggling to find the sweet spot between harnessing the power of AI and keeping your creative voice front and center in your podcast? This week, we’re diving deep into how creators can use AI as a tool—without letting it take over—to save time, spark new ideas, and still deliver the authentic, engaging content your listeners crave. Join us for a conversation that will inspire you to work smarter, create boldly, and stand out in a world where technology and originality can work hand in hand. Hit play and discover how to make AI your creative sidekick, not your replacement!

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https://podknows.co.uk/

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:05 Let guests tell their stories
03:21 Sponsor PodcastBranding.co https://www.podcastbranding.co
04:26 Sponsor: Based on a True Story podcast https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com
05:20 We Both Love Spotify
07:47 Podcast Audits
08:55 Why radio habits hurt podcasts
10:47 Win attention with immediate retention
14:15 PHP Worries
17:54 Balance AI efficiency with authentic show notes
19:56 Build a workflow that keeps your voice
22:04 Protect integrity when using AI
26:13 Avoid copying other creators with AI
29:40 Find the middle ground with AI
33:42 Use AI creatively, not lazily
35:32 Pair AI with critical thinking
39:55 Define a distinct audience and purpose
44:13 Measure the value your show delivers
46:40 Fix common podcast production mistakes
47:50 Please Support the Show ($5) https://podcastcoach.supercast.com
48:16 Ad: School of Podcasting courses, coaching, and community https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com
48:45 Ad: Add clickable chapters with PodPage https://www.podpage.com
48:54 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com
48:54 Podcastmastery: Podcasting Insights https://podmastery.co/
49:15 Podindy.com Conference http://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987753467129/?discount=sop
50:26 Did I Hear That Right? https://www.didihearthatrightpodcast.com/
50:44 Featured Supporter: A Long Look Podcast https://www.alonglookpodcast.com/
50:58 Become an Awesome Supporter https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/support/
51:27 Mix background music without overpowering voices
56:28 Keep effective production simple
58:26 Where to Find Neal https://podmastery.co/
01:00:24 Recognize your real audience through feedback

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What do you do when your mic won’t work, a guest keeps tapping the desk, or life throws a furnace breakdown into your podcast plans? This week, Dave, Jim, and Randy share practical ways to handle live-show hiccups, explore audio tools and podcast workflows, and get real about juggling multiple shows—and knowing when it might be time to move on. Press play for useful ideas, honest stories, and a reminder that every podcaster needs a backup plan.

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Randy Black
https://randallblack.com/
Auphonic Audio Processing
https://supportthisshow.com/auphonic

After Further Review on This Episode
https://theaverageguy.tv/2026/10/17/ask-the-podcast-coach-after-further-review-597-adapt-walk-away-shorts/

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This week Dave and Jim dig into the messy, human side of podcasting — Jim debuts a brand-new recurring segment where he calls out his own mistakes from past episodes (yes, really), a listener spirals over editing software and begs for a faster workflow, and the guys argue over whether $9 a month is worth switching streaming platforms. Throw in a deep dive on why YouTube Shorts and clips might be the secret weapon you’re ignoring, a surprisingly practical lesson on matching your website colors to your show art, and some hard truths about trimming the fat out of your interviews, and you’ve got another fast-moving, genuinely useful hour of live podcast coaching.

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Upon Further Review Posts
Episode 595 Review
Episode 594 Review
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https://www.whosondrums.com — new awesome supporter (Stevie Taylor & Jonnie Adams)
https://www.pitchapodcast.com — Hear the horror stories of bad podcast pitches
https://www.podindy.com — November 7th live event in Indianapolis (code SOP)
https://color.adobe.com/ - pull the hex codes from your artwork

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Adam Curry asked an AI agent to download the latest episode of a popular podcast and remove the ads. Eight minutes later it was done, and it turned out half the file was ads. Dave and Jim react to the clip and ask whether this is the end of podcast advertising or just the next round of an ad-blocking arms race that YouTube has already survived. Then they get practical. Why "cap it at 10%" might be the smartest ad strategy around. Why a $12 book sale beats 2,400 downloads. And how a 42-second social media post turned out to be worth far more clicks than Dave expected. If you've ever wondered whether ads, subscriptions, or social media are worth your time, press play.

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Mentioned in this episode

• New supporter: Karen Jackson of A Long Look Podcast
• short.io and Switchy (trackable links)
• Wispr Flow (voice dictation)
• Profit From Your Podcastby Dave Jackson: https://profitfromyourpodcast.com
• PodIndy, November 7, 9am to 4pm, with Cliff Ravenscraft. Use code SOP at https://podindy.com

Coming up: Phil Hawthorne of the Home Assistant Podcast joins Jim on Home Gadget Geeks at https://theaverageguy.tv. Next week, a shout-out to Stevie from Who's on Drums.

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Dave is back from Podcast Movement in New York City with a full report on the new venue, the split business and indie days, and the $1.50 pizza. He and Jim cover a lot this week.

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Randy Black plays a before-and-after demo of Auphonic's new Studio Voice beta that turns an echoey 8-year-old Skype call into something that sounds like it came from a treated studio. A new industry stat puts Netflix at number three for podcast consumption, ahead of Apple, which leads to a debate about what counts as a "podcast" and why a closed platform matters to independent creators.

Dan Schultz makes the case that audio-first shows can skip the YouTube algorithm games, handle SEO in ten minutes, and spend the rest of their time making the show good. Jim shares early results from his YouTube Shorts experiment and a surprisingly powerful stats tool hiding in YouTube Studio.

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Home Gadget Geeks
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Fix My Podcast
https://www.fixmypodcast.com

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Auphonic
https://supportthisshow.com/auphonic

Sounds Profitable
https://www.soundsprofitable.com

Podcast Movement
https://www.podcastmovement.com

Randall Black
https://www.randallblack.com

Dan Schultz Banned Camp
https://www.bannedcamppodcast.com/

Feature Supporter
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What do you do when YouTube dies mid-livestream, a fire alarm goes off in your office, and a guest sits frozen on screen for seven awkward minutes? Dave and Jim tackle real live-show disasters this week, plus how to embed your own live stream on your website without touching an RTMP link, why AI keeps butchering your guests' last names, and whether those "automatic clip maker" tools are actually saving you any time (spoiler: maybe not). They also dig into resurrecting old blog content with ChatGPT, the real conversion rate on 60-second clips, and why "7-figure podcaster" claims deserve a serious side-eye.

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Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History
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http://www.trypodpage.com/
Home Gadget Geeks
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Fix My Podcast
https://www.fixmypodcast.com

Feature Supporter
Ralph Estep Jr along with Juliet Chuang produce the Becoming Financially Confident show where they help you
break free from financial shame one conversation at a time.
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It's Labor Day weekend, but Dave and Jim aren't taking one off from the AI rabbit hole — this episode covers everything from free (and not-so-free) transcription services to the moment ChatGPT started recommending third-party apps mid-workflow, plus a candid gut-check for the podcaster who's 89 episodes in and wondering if it's time to quit. Throw in Audacity 4's big redesign, a debate over how often you really need to disclose affiliate links, and a war story about paying influencers gone wrong, and you've got a jam-packed hour of practical advice, real talk, and the usual Dave-and-Jim banter to kick off your holiday weekend.

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Otter.ai
Castmagic.com
Monarch Money
Acrons banking
SoFi Banking

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AI Goes to College

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Dave and Jim spent most of the show riffing on conferences and community, sparked by Dave's recent trip to theEmpowered Podcasting Conference. He recapped the small-but-mighty vibe of the event, a "woo-woo" keynote that split the room (a good reminder that not every talk is for every audience), and reconnecting in person. We also talk about:

The new Supporter Ralph and Julia on Becoming Financially Confident
How to get feedback?
Jim's 20 minute fail.

Sponsors:
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School of Podcasting
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Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com/
Home Gadget Geeks
http://www.theaverageguy.tv/
Fix My Podcast
https://www.fixmypodcast.com

Feature Supporter
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Everyone wants the 10,000-download podcast, but almost nobody wants to talk about how you actually get there. In this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Dave Jackson and Jim Collison dig into a listener's question that stops most podcasters cold: can you really study a podcast's rise from zero to sixty the way a business school studies a company? The answer gets messy fast. Copying what worked for someone else, chasing burger-chain nostalgia, and mistaking a microphone for a financial plan all come up before Dave and Jim land on what actually separates the podcasts that make it from the ones that quietly disappear around episode eight. If you've ever wondered whether there's a real playbook for podcast growth, or just a lot of hustle dressed up as one, this conversation is the honest version nobody's selling you.

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https://www.fixmypodcast.com

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One way to grow your show is to make sure people like your show. So you put out a survey, but nobody provided any feedback. How do you get people to fill out your survey?

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Geniuslink Affiliate Tool for Amazon

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Today we help Ralph who does a daily show that he records, and is switching to a daily show recorded live. What are the pros and cons of doing a live show? Which leads us to talking about what makes a good co-host? Should I ask my best friend to join me?

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Fix My Podcast
https://www.fixmypodcast.com

Podindy Conference November 7th
www.podindy.com (use coupon code pacer)

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Today Dave and Jim talk about the examples movies are providing by releasing trailers months in advance. We also talk about the loss of John C. Dvorak from the No Agenda Show.

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https://www.fixmypodcast.com

I Play Rocky Trailer

Chapters:
00:00 Introduction
01:17 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co https://www.podcastbranding.co
02:23 Sponsor: Based On a True Story Podcast https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com
03:34 Promotions Are Months Not Days or Weeks
06:32 Daves Workflow for an Episode
09:27 One Comment Can Change Everything
12:07 John C. Dvorak Has Passed https://www.noagendashow.net
21:57 Dave's Newsletter Article https://podcastingobservations.com/p/impacting-your-audience
23:27 Streamdeck Controlling Lights
28:55 Thank You For Your Support https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome
29:33 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com
29:44 Build Your Podcast Website with Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com
29:59 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com
30:19 Podindy.com Use the Coupon Code: pacer http://www.eventbrite.com/e/1987753467129/?discount=pacer
31:17 Featured Supporter: Shane from Spybrary https://www.spybrary.com
32:24 Please Support the Show and Give Back https://podcastcoach.supercast.com
32:49 People are Still Writing Books
34:40 AMP and the new podcast definition
46:43 Number one mistake new podcasters make
49:15 First steps starting from zero
56:16 One piece of advice to reach 1,000 listeners

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Today I'm joined by Jennifer Longworth from Bourbon Barrel Podcasting (she's an editor who has been doing this for 10 years). We talk about advice that people give that may not work for you. We also talk podcast events, series and more.

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Jennifer's Book Build a Strong Podcast

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Dave and Jim share their thoughts and experiences with streaming platforms like Streamyard, Ecamm, EVMux, and OBS—breaking down the pros, cons, and learning curves for podcasters of all skill levels.

The hosts dive into some great listener questions, from strategies for discovering the right audience for niche content, to tackling podcast burnout and knowing when—or if—it’s time to take a break. They get real about what it takes to pay a co-host for a daily show, discuss the ups and downs of local podcast audiences, and offer true-to-life advice for podcasters feeling nervous to start recording.

Sponsors:
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Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
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00:00 Introduction
01:48 Sponsor: Podcast Branding https://www.podcastbranding.co
02:58 Sponsor: Based on a True Story https://www.basedonatruestory.com
04:52 We are Using Streamyard This Month https://supportthisshow.com/streamyard
09:02 Which on is Best?
12:03 Who is the Audience For Your Show?
25:14 When to quit
31:53 Consider Supporting the Show https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome
33:01 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com
33:26 Try Podpage 14 Days Free http://www.trypodpage.com
33:38 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com
34:34 Podcast Indy
35:26 Podindy.com https://www.podindy.com
35:39 Featured Supporter: SonicCupcake.com https://www.soniccupcake.com
37:16 Please Support the Show https://podcastcoach.supercast.com
38:24 What Should I Pay a Co-Host? https://www.askralph.com
01:01:16 The Average Guy
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Today we talk about how your show can be in all the directories, but until you start telling everyone you know, your show isn't launched.

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00:00 Introduction
02:35 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co https://www.podcastbranfing.co
03:50 Sponsor: Based On a True Story https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com
04:34 Taylor Swift Wedding
04:55 Dan on How to Pitch a Podcast https://www.pitchapodcast.com/ture-story/
05:24 How to Pitch a Podcast Trailer https://www.pitchapodcast.com
10:44 Co-hosting and Finances
17:10 Editor's Financial Information
35:12 Howard Stern's Interview Style
42:25 You Can Say Thanks and Support the Show https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome
43:04 Join the School of Podcasting https://community.schoolofpodcasting.com
43:21 Try Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com
43:45 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com
44:19 Podindy.com https://www.podindy.com
44:55 Featured Supporter: Castahead.net https://www.castahead.net
01:01:45 Upcoming Episode on the Average Guy TV
01:02:01 Trolls and Feedback https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/follow

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Dave Jackson and Jim Collison are back with another lively Saturday morning, ready to answer all your podcasting questions live. In this episode, the hosts dig into a range of hot topics from the evolving landscape of YouTube podcast uploads and title changes, to the pitfalls and promises of utilizing AI in your podcast workflow. You'll hear practical discussions about launching a show with or without video, monetizing with sponsors or affiliates, the frustrations of streaming platforms, and even a touch of podcast-related sphincter humor. Plus, they talk about backing up video content in case of YouTube bans, the realities of music licensing in podcasts, and the ever-changing culture on platforms like LinkedIn. Get ready for insights, laughs, and real-world advice to help you take your show to the next level!

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https://www.podcastbranding.co/ - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
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Home Gadget Geeks
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Fix My Podcast
https://www.fixmypodcast.com

Feature Supporter
Ralph Estep Jr along with Juliet Chuang produce the Becoming Financially Confident show where they help you
break free from financial shame one conversation at a time.
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So we are still playing with EVMux (which locked up on me 4 minutes into the show) and we explored why validation matters, the importance of understanding your tech platforms, and how to balance podcasting as a hobby versus a business. Whether you’re starting with passion or planning for profit, remember: focus on great content, know your numbers, and never stop learning from your own journey.

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http://www.trypodpage.com/
Home Gadget Geeks
http://www.theaverageguy.tv/

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Ralph Estep Jr along with Juliet Chuang produce the Becoming Financially Confident show where they help you
break free from financial shame one conversation at a time.
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I like Ecamm. When I bought it, I was will to pay for a tool that helped me make lessons for the School of Podcasting and it did live streaming with TONS of options. I now use Tella to make screenshare videos for the School of Podcasting, and I don't really need the features in Ecamm so I'm CONSIDERING moving to Evmux. The problem is I didn't practice enough so this episode is a bit rough at times as I run into areas where I thought I knew what I was doing, but didn't. Pardon me please. I will practice much more before next week.

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Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
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Podanalyst

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Ralph Estep Jr along with Juliet Chuang produce the Becoming Financially Confident show where they help you
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Today we start of talking about the new AMP measurements that were unveiled. Do we care? Will anyone implement this?

We also talk podcast monetization, and Jim has a new Coffee Pot (exciting!).

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Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Video Version(unedited)
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Podpage
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Home Gadget Geeks
http://www.theaverageguy.tv/
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Amp Announcement

Podcast Monetization

https://shouldidisclose.ai/about.html

Feature Supporter
Ralph Estep Jr along with Juliet Chuang produce the Becoming Financially Confident show where they help you
break free from financial shame one conversation at a time.
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