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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.

  1. What Exactly is AI Slop?

    3D AGO

    What Exactly is AI Slop?

    Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we got a question from Kenny from the CuzWilson Show (not a typo). "I'm Kenny Wilson and my new podcast is The Cuz Wilson Show and I talk about people, places, and things named Wilson. I created a YouTube show to supplement the podcast with topic visuals and showcase personalized merch with Wilson in the graphics to support non-profits named Wilson. My concern is about AI Potslop because I hate it like you guys do, however I love Notebook LM. My YouTube show is half my real recorded text invoice and half Notebook LM hosted explainers with static images but no videos or AI talking heads. I record my real voice for the intro, tease the topic of the day, then I describe a Wilson thing or place and then I show the explainer and then I discuss the explainer after that. I do a transition and then I repeat the format for the next topic. It helps me to have visuals to describe the things I talk about, but I don't want to turn off those who also hate Potslop like I do or reduce my credibility. I categorize my cautious use of AI as Potslop-lite, therefore I like your definition of what makes Potslop so I can avoid the irritation it causes. I know you say it's your podcast and you can do what you want, but I highly respect your opinions from all your help over the last two years of being a member of the school of podcasting and listening to your show. Thanks guys!" Today we attempt to answer that question. We reference Jeanine Wright on the New Media Show. Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Podcast Hot Seat Magai AI Tool Cuz Wilson Show FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 1m
  2. Best Practices for Podcast Co-Hosts, Cloud Storage, and Avoiding Website Fiascos

    MAY 16

    Best Practices for Podcast Co-Hosts, Cloud Storage, and Avoiding Website Fiascos

    Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we start with the basics (quit saying "New Episode Out" and for Pete's sake, have a domain for your website even if you don't have one). Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Podcast Hot Seat iDrive Dropbox Backblaze Monetize This! Show Featured Supporter: Jodi Krangle Check out her show: Audio Branding the Hidden Gem of Marketing Chapters: 00:00 Introduction 00:50 You Win or you Learn 01:22 Sponsor: Podcast Branding.co https://www.podcastbranding.co 02:37 Sponsor: Based on a True Story Podcast https://www.basedonatruestorypodcast.com 03:37 Back to Basics: Social Media Promotion 04:41 Podcast Website Design 10:01 Making Co-Hosting Work 22:37 PWA vs. WordPress for Podcast Websites 31:50 School of Podcasting Clarification https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/sixweeks 32:57 Thanks For the Support https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome 33:26 Join the School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com 33:45 Fix My Podcast! https://www.podcasthotseat.com 34:00 Try Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com 34:15 Home Gadget Geeks https://www.homegadgetgeeks.com 34:23 Featured Supporter: Jodi Krangle https://voiceoversandvocals.com/ 35:19 Give Some Value Back  35:57 Best Cloud-Based Storage for Data 48:35 Glenn the Geek's Award-Winning Niche 50:24 Addressing Recording Challenges 53:57 Recording Quality vs. Effort 59:39 What's Coming Up https://www.askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Featured Supporter: AI Goes to CollegeCheck out AI talk from an academic point of view. Dr. Craig Van Slyke and Dr. Robert E. Crossler.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 1m
  3. Are You Ready for the Shift from RSS to API in Podcasting?

    MAY 9

    Are You Ready for the Shift from RSS to API in Podcasting?

    Send us feedback/questions via Text In this episode we talk about the following: sharing stories about our moms for Mother’s Day, discussing the latest changes with Spotify’s video podcast distribution and the shift from RSS to API models, reflecting on how these changes could impact podcasting’s open ecosystem, and worrying about being locked into certain platforms. We also dive into the increasing use of AI in content creation, how to stand out in a world filled with “AI slop,” and what it means for trust and originality. We tackle questions about the future of websites for podcasters, how much editing is too much, and what makes a podcast worth listening to. Plus, we answer gear questions about shotgun microphones, debate the human connection in sports and comedy, and share thoughts on affordable tools for video editing—all while fielding lots of great input from the chat. Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Podcast Hot Seat The Audience Is Listening Book FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Podcast Hot Seat: Podcast FeedbackGet your show going in the right direction. Your audience will thank you.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 30m
  4. Why All In One Podcast Platforms Usually Disappoint

    MAY 2

    Why All In One Podcast Platforms Usually Disappoint

    Send us feedback/questions via Text All-in-one podcast platforms are everywhere again, and they’re selling the same dream: one login, one bill, one magical dashboard that handles hosting, editing, video, email, websites, and growth. We slow down and ask the uncomfortable question: if a tool does everything, what corners did it cut and what will that cost you in time, quality, or control? We also unpack the bigger industry trend behind it all: consolidation, rising prices, and why “free” tools (especially AI) rarely stay free forever. Video Version Mentioned In This Episode Captivate Buzzsprout Bourbon Barrel Podcasting Riverside FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Podcast Branding.coMark Des Cotes makes professional podcast artwork, websites and moreBased on a True Story PodcastHave you ever wondered how much of those "based on a true story" movies are true?School of PodcastingGet access to courses, community, and unlimited one-on-one consultingPodcast Hot Seat: Podcast FeedbackGet your show going in the right direction. Your audience will thank you.Featured Supporter: AI Goes to CollegeCheck out AI talk from an academic point of view. Dr. Craig Van Slyke and Dr. Robert E. Crossler.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 31m
  5. Hobbies are Not Free and That Includes Podcasting

    APR 25

    Hobbies are Not Free and That Includes Podcasting

    Send us feedback/questions via Text The fastest way to burn out in podcasting is believing you can build a professional show on “free” forever. We get honest about the real cost of remote interviews, why Zoom at $20 a month is not the villain, and how the market always moves from free to paid once tools have to support real users at scale. Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Podcast Hot Seats Clubhouse Streamyard Ecamm We also draw a hard line between a podcast and a YouTube-only show. If you want your work to live beyond one platform’s rules, you need an RSS feed and reliable podcast hosting. That point gets painfully real when we react to a creator who says they lost four years of work after platform enforcement and vague policy flags. From backups to hosting choices to owning your distribution, we talk about what actually keeps your catalog safe. Then we tackle the clip dilemma: spending more time making TikTok, Reels, and Shorts than producing the main show. We break down why many clips fail out of context, how “views” can be misleading, and how to use AI tools responsibly without letting them erase your voice. Jim also answers questions about local AI with LM Studio and what it means for privacy, workflow automation, and the very real hardware costs behind the AI boom. If you want smarter podcast strategy, better production habits, and fewer wasted hours, hit play and come hang with us. Subscribe, share this with a podcaster friend, and leave a review so more creators can find the show. FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Featured Supporter: AI Goes to CollegeCheck out AI talk from an academic point of view. Dr. Craig Van Slyke and Dr. Robert E. Crossler.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 26m
  6. Are You Building A Podcast Or Just Adding Work

    APR 19

    Are You Building A Podcast Or Just Adding Work

    Send us feedback/questions via Text Today we talk about artwork for Dave's new show, and look at why people aren't using clubhouse like they use to? Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Podcast Hot Seats Clubhouse Streamyard Ecamm Streamlabs Talk Studio Every week Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting and Jim Collison from the Average Guy Network answer your podcast questions. This episode 573 is part of the Power of Podcasting Network FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Featured Supporter: AI Goes to CollegeCheck out AI talk from an academic point of view. Dr. Craig Van Slyke and Dr. Robert E. Crossler.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 29m
  7. Apple Video Podcasts Reality Check

    APR 11

    Apple Video Podcasts Reality Check

    Send us feedback/questions via Text We dig into Apple’s upcoming video podcast changes and why pulling audio straight from a video file can wreck a careful audio-first edit. Then we shift to what actually helps creators right now: show notes that serve listeners and search, plus AI workflows that save time without handing your laptop the keys.  Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Podcast Hot Seat Openclaw.ai Curse Cutter HLS Discussion on Podnews Weekly Review Topics Included • debating whether curse word removal tools solve a real podcasting problem  • unpacking Apple’s video podcast plan and what “switching” implies for audio quality  • estimating the real costs of video podcast hosting, HLS chunking, and insertions  • questioning the need to “compete with YouTube” instead of serving listener habits  • arguing for editing for value over editing for algorithms  • explaining why better measurement may shock creators and reshape ad expectations  • breaking down what show notes do for listeners, SEO, and AI discovery  • sharing automation wins for publishing workflows while warning about agent security  • defining APIs as safer access than browser control and stressing revocable keys  Go over to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome and be an awesome supporter today.  If you go over to schoolofpodcasting.com/question.  When you go over to schoolofpodcasting.com/start   FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Featured Supporter: AI Goes to CollegeCheck out AI talk from an academic point of view. Dr. Craig Van Slyke and Dr. Robert E. Crossler.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 27m
  8. OpenClaw Isn’t Magic

    APR 4

    OpenClaw Isn’t Magic

    Send us feedback/questions via Text Let an AI agent loose on your computer and you may learn a lesson the hard way: “automation” isn’t the same thing as “safe.” We dig into OpenClaw and the sudden shift from AI that only chats to AI that can act, locally, with access to your files, your scripts, and whatever permissions you hand over. If that sounds like Zapier with a rocket booster, you’re not wrong and that’s exactly why we talk guardrails, sandboxing, approvals, and why you should never treat a beta tool like it’s magic. Sponsors: PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History? Video Version (unedited) Mentioned In This Episode School of Podcasting https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join Podpage http://www.trypodpage.com Home Gadget Geeks http://www.theaverageguy.tv Podcast Hot Seat Openclaw.ai Michael Girdley "The Rise and Fall" Guy FEATURED SUPPORTER: Dr. Craig Van Slyke from AI Goes to College Generative artificial intelligence systems, like ChatGPT, are transforming the world of higher education. AI Goes to College covers the latest developments in generative AI as they relate to higher ed. Each episode is filled with insights and practical tips that you can use to navigate an AI-enabled world.  Check it out at aigoestocollege.com Leave Your Question Go to askthepodcastcoach.com/voicemail and leave your message to be answered on the next show. Support the show BE 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 want a one time donation? Buy Dave a Coffee.

    1h 24m
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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.

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  • Creator
    Dave Jackson, Jim Collison
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2026
  • Episodes
    562
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