Are you a podcaster and serious about enhancing your podcast's sound and reach? Whether you’re a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, mastering podcast creativity, audience engagement, and unique show concepts is key to standing out in a crowded space. If you are interested in mastering podcasting, and learning expert insights from a podcasting veteran who knows the ropes, don't miss this episode!
In this episode of Podcasting Tech, we sit down with Dave Jackson from the renowned School of Podcasting, https://schoolofpodcasting.com/, to explore the ins and outs of podcasting success and industry evolution.
Dave Jackson is a prominent figure in the podcasting world, founding the School of Podcasting in 2005 and is currently head of podcasting at PodPage - https://www.podpage.com/. His School of Podcasting show has over 2.7 million downloads and he has helped hundreds of people plan, launch, and grow their podcasts. In 2018 he was inducted into the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame. In 2024, after spending eight years at Libsyn. he joined Podpage as the Head of Podcasting.
In this episode, we cover Dave's journey from podcasting enthusiast to industry professional, valuable lessons on staying ahead in podcasting, insights into PodPage's latest audience survey feature, and why creativity keeps podcasts intriguing and unique. Tune in and unlock the full potential of your podcast.
IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER:
Dave's Journey into Podcasting: How an early laid-off teacher became a pivotal figure in the podcasting space through passion and curiosity. (00:01:44)
Navigating the Podcasting Industry: Dave discusses the often tough balance of staying true to niche topics while growing a dedicated audience. (00:05:32)
PodPage's Audience Survey Feature: Learn about this tool's development with inputs from Tom Webster, and how it helps podcasters understand and grow their audience. (00:08:40)
Building the Right Audience: Insights into why focusing on the ideal audience, rather than everyone, will better serve your podcast’s success. (00:12:19)
Engaging Your Audience: Strategies for getting actionable feedback from listeners and making your show more interactive and community-focused. (00:19:22)
Links and resources mentioned in this episode:
School of Podcasting -
schoolofpodcasting.com
PodPage -
podpage.com
Tom Webster's Book - "The Audience is Listening"
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Podcast Movement and Podfest events -
podcastmovement.com
Connect with Dave Jackson on Social media:
Twitter: @davejackson
Linkedin: @davejackson
Follow School of Podcasting on Facebook
Explore PodPage features - podpage.com/features
Discover all of Dave’s favorite podcasts:
The Geologic Podcast - http://geologicpodcast.com/
No Agenda - https://www.noagendashow.net/
New Media Show - https://newmediashow.com/
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