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Ever wondered what's lurking in your podcast stats? This week, we tackle a mysterious surge in ThinkBot downloads that has creators scratching their heads. When this web crawler suddenly outpaces even Apple Podcasts in your analytics, it's time to investigate—and we'll walk you through exactly what to do when bots inflate your numbers.

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In today's show Dave is back from Podcast Movement 2025 in Dallas and shares some of the things he saw. We are joined by Marty and get an inside scoop of podcasting blind.

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What truly builds podcast audiences - authentic connections or inflated metrics? This episode explores the fascinating contrast between Taylor Swift's approach to audience building and questionable industry practices like buying fake downloads.

When Taylor Swift recently proclaimed "I'm in the business of human emotion" on a podcast, she revealed the secret behind her ...

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Ever wonder if your podcast title is helping or hurting your discoverability? We unpack a fascinating case study of "Booked on Planning" – a podcast about city planning that highlights the tension between creative naming and searchability. As one listener aptly notes: "What are people typing in trying to find your show?" This question alone could transform your approach to podc...

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Welcome to our show, where we dive deep into the secrets of growth and why your favorite shows might not be hitting the big time.

Are lackluster plots or poor marketing to blame? We'll analyze the common pitfalls and obstacles that keep shows from expanding their viewership.

Hear from Dave, Jim and the chat room as we share behind-the-scenes knowledge on what it really takes...

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Is there something podcasters are doing that is a waste of time, and if so, what should we doing instead?

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Jim has 12 monitors, and the chat room can't get over it. He explains how he uses them and if it keeps him warm in the winter. Check the chapters for other topics.

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We have a new Awesome Supporter! Randy Black from the Shooting Straight Podcast with Jim Clayton. Jim and Dave start with helping Ray figure out how to handle a potential sponsor spamming his Facebook group. 

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Jim tried something new on his latest episode, he added "Mick" his AI Co-host. So we talked about the roll of AI in podcasting.

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Ever wonder why some podcast episodes get shared like wildfire while others barely get a whisper? This week on Ask the Podcast Coach, we're diving deep into the mysterious world of podcast shareability - uncovering the secret sauce that transforms good content into must-share moments. From emotional triggers to building trust, we'll break down exactly what makes listeners hit that share ...

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Today we start off by talking about using social media to promote your show, and what it takes to get someone to stop the scroll, and come listen to your show (hint: it's not "episode 16 is out!). 

This podcast uses chapters to make it easy to skip to different topics. 

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In this episode, we talk about the unpredictability of podcasting when things like power outages shut things down, strategies for running better interviews, and the importance of prepping your guests and your own questions. We dig into what actually makes a podcast “advanced,” swapping thoughts on whether it’s about the gear, the content, skill, style, or just deeper expertise, and debate the valu...

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Spotify announced that it is to add a “play” count, visible within the app, for all podcasts. “Plays will capture engagement across audio and video content on Spotify.” Do we care?

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Today we start where we left off. We talked about the $ button in Pocketcasts and how you can add a payment link (see video). NOTE: There was a technical glitch in the middle where Dave couldn't hear Jim. This has been left in - the solution was to "Jiggle the cable."

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Today we kick things off with insights into the ever-changing world of podcast advertising—where should ads go, how many is too many, and can you make money without alienating your audience? From discussing the chaos of TV ad breaks to sharing smart strategies for host-read sponsorships, Dave and Jim dig into the nuts and bolts of monetizing podcasts while keeping listeners happy.

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We start off talking about your top three podcasting tips, and then get into creating episodic artwork and do you need it. 

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In today's episode, we explore various intriguing topics that resonate closely with the podcasting community. From the challenges of seasonal allergies affecting podcasters to the heated discussions about Spotify's handling of podcasting statistics and whether it's impacting download numbers, we cover it all. We also tackle the age-old debate of repurposing old episodes and when it ...

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This episode covers the nuances of podcast analytics on platforms like Spotify and Apple, the intricacies of streaming services such as StreamYard and Ecamm Live, and the importance of podcast titles. We also talked about audio enhancement tools like Adobe Enhance and Descript. Special thanks to our supporters and guests for their questions and participation.

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