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The How To Podcast Series - Podcast Co-Hosts, Practical Podcasting Tips, and Podcast Community
The How To Podcast Series is a guide to podcasting success hosted by Dave Campbell with rotating guest co-hosts. It offers practical tips on podcasting SEO, audience growth, guest booking, audio setup, social media marketing, and hosting platform suggestions. The podcast provides real-world advice, creative inspiration, and confidence to build a podcast community. Listeners are invited to join a free Podcast Community on Meetup.
Episodes
E787 - Start Your Podcast - Find Freedom, Get Feedback, and Discover Future Opportunities
Episode 787 - Start Your Podcast - Find Freedom, Get Feedback, and Discover Future OpportunitiesStarting a podcast can give you far more than an audience. It can change how you communicate, how you think, and how you connect with other people. Dave explores three long-term benefits that often get overlooked when new podcasters focus entirely on downloads, growth, or making money.Find Freedom Throu
E786 - Reflections on My Daily Podcast Episode Challenge For 2026 - This is Day 234
Episode 786 - Reflections on My Daily Podcast Episode Challenge For 2026 - This is Day 234234 Days of Showing UpTwo hundred and thirty four days into a 365-day podcasting challenge, Dave reflects on what the commitment has taught him about creativity, discipline, resilience, and finding time within the margins of everyday life. He has continued producing daily episodes while working full time, car
E785 - Shelf Space for Podcasts - What Book, Music, and Movie Comps Teach Us About Standing Out
Episode 785 - Shelf Space for Podcasts - What Book, Music, and Movie Comps Teach Us About Standing OutFind Your Podcast ShelfEvery podcast occupies a shelf. Categories group shows with similar content, just as bookstores organize books, music stores organize albums, and video stores organize movies. Your job as a podcaster is to understand where your show belongs and make that position clear to po
E784 - Stop Sounding Smart, Start Being Clear - The Words You Use Matter in Podcasting, and They Don't Have To Be Big
Episode 784 - Stop Sounding Smart, Start Being Clear - The Words You Use Matter in Podcasting, and They Don't Have To Be BigPodcasting works best when listeners can understand what you mean and connect with how you say it. Using complicated language or industry jargon can create distance, especially when your audience lacks the same background or expertise.Know Your AudienceTechnical language
E783 - Read the Room - The Skill Every Podcast Meetup Facilitator Needs
Episode 783 - Read the Room - The Skill Every Podcast Meetup Facilitator NeedsLeading a podcast meetup, panel discussion, interview, or other multi-voice event requires more than keeping a conversation moving. A skilled facilitator learns how to read the room, recognize who needs encouragement, manage dominant voices, and create space where participants feel welcome and heard.Community Requires Pa
E782 - What Your Podcast and A Red Door Have in Common - People Remember A Great Podcast
Episode 782 - What Your Podcast and A Red Door Have in Common - People Remember A Great PodcastWhat Your Podcast and a Red Door Have in CommonA memorable podcast gives listeners something they can hold onto after the episode ends. Dave uses the image of a red door to explain how podcasters can create that kind of lasting connection. When people toured houses, a red door could become the detail tha
E781 - The Best Podcasters Show Up - For Their Audience, With Purpose, Intent and for Themselves
Episode 781 - The Best Podcasters Show Up - For Their Audience, With Purpose, Intent and for Themselves Showing Up MattersPodcasting demands more than pressing record. Dave explores what showing up means when life gets complicated, using his own experience with two floods and major home renovations as the backdrop. Even with unexpected disruption, he continues creating because podcasting gives him
E780 - Shared Mic Sessions - Dave Guesting on the Podcast - They Call Me Mista Yu
Episode 780 - Shared Mic Sessions - Dave Guesting on the Podcast - They Call Me Mista YuEvery Thursday, the flagship, "They Call Me Mista Yu" is where we have the deepest conversations on just about everything from society and culture to family dynamic to sports to world affairs. This is straight out of the mind of Mista Yu! Buckle up! At the end of the day, this is where our edges get s
E779 - Shared Mic Sessions - Dave Guesting on the Podcaster's Guide To A Visible Voice with Mary Chan
Episode 779 - Shared Mic Sessions - Dave Guesting on the Podcaster's Guide To A Visible Voice with Mary Chan Podcasting in the Margins of LifePodcasting can feel lonely, especially when creators rarely hear directly from the people listening. Dave Campbell shares how he has built a podcasting life around a full-time job, family responsibilities, and limited pockets of free time. With nine podc
E778 - When Your Podcast Co-Host Leaves, Do We Replace Them, End the Show and Move On - The Backyard Series
Episode 778 - When Your Podcast Co-Host Leaves, Do We Replace Them, End the Show and Move On - The Backyard SeriesLosing a Co-Host: A Crisis and Opportunity for PodcastersLosing a co-host ranks among the most disruptive events a podcaster can face. It shakes the show’s rhythm, tests audience loyalty, and forces hard decisions about the future. This episode tackles how to navigate that crisis with
E777 - Shared Mic Sessions - Dave Guesting on Pod Savvy Guide with Steph Shoell
Episode 777 - Shared Mic Sessions - Dave Guesting on Pod Savvy Guide with Steph ShoellWhat does it really take to publish more than 2,200 podcast episodes while working a full-time job, raising a family, and hosting nine different shows?In this episode, Steph sits down with podcasting educator Dave Campbell, host of How to Podcast and founder of True Media Solutions, to uncover the systems, mindse
E776 - From Flood to Flow - Using Real Life Struggles as Podcast Content
Episode 776 - From Flood to Flow - Using Real Life Struggles as Podcast ContentFrom Flood to FlowA flooded home forced Dave to record from his backyard in Canada, surrounded by boxes, renovations, birds, bees, barking dogs, and passing planes. The rough setting reflects the episode’s central idea: real-life hardship can create meaningful podcast content.Let listeners see the person behind the podc
E775 - Shared Mic Sessions - Podcast About Podcasting with Gabe Leal
Episode 775 - Shared Mic Sessions - Podcast About Podcasting with Gabe LealIn this Shared Mic episode, Dave steps behind the guest microphone for a thoughtful conversation on Gabe Leal's Podcast About Podcasting. Together, they explore what it really takes to build a podcast that lasts, moving beyond downloads and equipment to focus on purpose, consistency, and meaningful human connection.Dave
E774 - From Burnout to back Behind the Mic - How to Keep Podcasting Without Breaking
Episode 774 - From Burnout to back Behind the Mic - How to Keep Podcasting Without BreakingPodcasting can be a creative outlet, a business, and a responsibility - but when every episode, post, interview, and deadline starts to feel overwhelming, the work can begin to affect your mental health.In this short episode of the How To Podcast series, we explore how to recognize creative burnout, manage a
E773 - When Consistency Breaks - Letting Go of a Rigid Podcasting Schedule
Episode 773 - When Consistency Breaks - Letting Go of a Rigid Podcasting SchedulePodcasting can become difficult when life interrupts your plans. Flood damage, home repairs, unexpected costs, and daily responsibilities forced Dave to record from his backyard without his usual studio setup. The experience raised a larger question for every podcaster: what happens when your publishing schedule break
E772 - How To Podcast When Life Floods Over - Creating Through Crisis
Episode 772 - How To Podcast When Life Floods Over - Creating Through Crisis Creating Through CrisisDave records this episode from his backyard after two floods disrupt his home, damage his podcasting space, and force him and his wife to make difficult decisions about their belongings. The crisis consumes long days, emotional energy, and practical attention. Podcasting becomes Dave’s way to pause,
E771 - Reignite Your Passion for Podcasting - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Podcast Tips
Episode 771 - Reignite Your Passion for Podcasting - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Podcast TipsRecorded prior to our massive floods (plural) Have you lost your passion for podcasting? Where was the last place that you remembered seeing it? Like your keys, your purse, your wallet - you need to retrace your steps back to where you remember it being real in the past. Passion keeps a podcast
E770 - Podcasters - Do What You Can, With What You Have, Where You Are - Podcast Your Way
Episode 770 - Podcasters - Do What You Can, With What You Have, Where You Are - Guilt-Free Permission to Podcast Your WayDave podcasts from the backyard within earshot of neighbours as his podcast studio is flooded and deconstructed after back to back floods - sewer water (affectionately known in these parts as 💩 water) is nasty - we have lost many treasures - but one thing remains - podcasting.Po
E769 - How Ad Skipping Options Are Not The End of Podcasting for the Majority of Podcasters
Episode 769 - How Ad Skipping Options Are Not The End of Podcasting for the Majority of PodcastersDespite the world crashing down in podcasting because Spotify releases an ad skipping tool, Dave counters the sky is falling fears with this thought - if it is perfectly fine to pay YouTube to skip ads, what is the difference? The difference is, the people in podcasting that are up in arms about ad sk
E768 - Turn Podcast Listeners Into Podcast Fans With One Simple Word YOU Can Use Going Forward
Episode 768 - Turn Podcast Listeners Into Podcast Fans With One Simple Word YOU Can Use Going ForwardPodcast presentation shapes podcast engagement and drives podcast growth through one simple shift. The word you changes how a listener hears every sentence and how they connect with your voice.Speak to One ListenerStrong hosts talk to one person. They avoid broad phrases like everyone or you guys a
E767 - The Podcasting Morning Show,- Real Podcast Advice from Real Podcasters - Feed Drop with guest Jodi Krangle
Episode 767 - The Podcasting Morning Show,- Real Podcast Advice from Real Podcasters - Feed Drop with guest Jodi KrangleThis is a Feed Drop - another podcast that we think you would love! Podcasting Morning Show | Podcast Growth, Launch and Strategy for Indie PodcastersThe Podcasting Morning Show helps indie podcasters, creators, consultants, and entrepreneurs start, grow, improve, and monetize th
E766 - When it Rains it Pours and it Floods - Protect Your Podcast Recording Space for the Unplanned
Episode 766 - When it Rains it Pours and it Floods - Protect Your Podcast Recording Space for the UnplannedWhen It Rains, It PoursA sudden basement flood turned a podcast studio into a disaster zone. Water rose to knee height, bringing sewage back through city lines. The host spent hours bailing buckets, salvaging gear, and sorting ruined keepsakes. This episode walks through what happened, what g
E765 - From Flat to Engaging, Master Your Podcast Voice - Behind The Mic Series
Episode 765 - From Flat to Engaging, Master Your Podcast Voice - Behind The Mic SeriesHow to present your podcast like a pro starts with your podcast voice. Podcast presentation shapes listener connection, and strong podcast delivery turns flat audio into something people want to stay with.From Flat to EngagingA microphone does not capture presence the way real conversation does. Energy has to be
E764 - Should Every Podcast Episode Have Its Own Website Page - Podcast Show Notes vs Episode Pages
Episode 764 - Should Every Podcast Episode Have Its Own Website Page - Podcast Show Notes vs Episode PagesPodcast show notes vs episode pages is the core decision in this episode. The conversation focuses on how podcasters should treat their written content, whether as simple notes that travel with the episode or as a full web page built for search, discovery, and depth.Show Notes and Episode Page
E763 - Podcasts Require Work Ethic, Sweat Equity and Effort - It Takes Effort to Make a Podcast People Care About
Episode 763 - Podcasts Require Work Ethic, Sweat Equity and Effort - It Takes Effort to Make a Podcast People Care AboutBuilding something meaningful is rarely easy, and podcasting is no exception. In this episode, the conversation explores why lasting success is built on work ethic, personal responsibility, and a willingness to embrace discomfort instead of constantly searching for shortcuts.Rath
E762 - What is Your Start Here Podcast Episode for New Listeners - Should I Have A Podcast Trailer
Episode 762 - What is Your Start Here Podcast Episode for New Listeners - Should I Have A Podcast TrailerGive New Podcast Listeners a Clear Starting PointEvery podcast reaches a point where the episode library becomes a strength and a challenge. New podcast listeners discover the show, see hundreds of episodes, and wonder where to begin. A Start Here podcast episode solves that problem by giving p
E761 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Volume - Turning Up Emotion, Not Just Loudness
Episode 761 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Volume - Turning Up Emotion, Not Just LoudnessIn this episode of the How to Podcast Series, Dave continues the mini series on sounding more human in an AI driven world by exploring one of the most overlooked tools every podcaster already has, their voice. Rather than simply speaking louder or softer, he explains how intentional changes in vo
E760 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Pause - Letting Silence Do Some of the Talking
Episode 760 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Pause - Letting Silence Do Some of the TalkingHow to sound more human in an AI world starts with control over pacing. Podcast pauses and silence in podcasting shape how your voice lands, how ideas breathe, and how listeners stay with you. Automated editing often strips gaps and forces a rushed delivery. That speed creates anxiety on playback
E759 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Melody - Making Your Voice Less Monotone and More Musical
Episode 759 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Melody - Making Your Voice Less Monotone and More MusicalIn this episode of the How to Podcast Series, Dave continues his mini series on becoming more human in an increasingly AI driven world by focusing on one of the most overlooked skills in podcasting: vocal melody. While AI voices continue to improve, Dave explains that the qualities tha
E758 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Rate of Speech - Finding Your Pace in Their Ears
Episode 758 - How to Sound More Human in an A.I. World - Rate of Speech - Finding Your Pace in Their EarsIn this first episode of a four part series on sounding more human in an AI driven world, Dave explores one of the most overlooked podcasting skills: your rate of speech. While creators often focus on microphones, editing, and content, the way a message is delivered can have an even greater imp
E757 - Shared Mic Sessions - Podcast Business Insider with John Katsavos
Episode 757 - Shared Mic Sessions - Podcast Business Insider with John KatsavosHow to Start, Grow & Avoid Burnout as a Podcaster — David Campbell on Community, Consistency & ConnectionIf you’ve ever wondered why some podcasters grow fast… while others burn out and disappear — this episode is your turning point.Today I sit down with David Campbell, founder of True Media Solutions, host of n
E756 - How To Make Your Podcast Show Notes Work For You - Don't Skip This For Your Next Podcast Episode Release
Episode 756 - How To Make Your Podcast Show Notes Work For You - Don't Skip This For Your Next Podcast Episode ReleaseYour podcast show notes (what you are reading, right now!) are far more than a place to add a few links after publishing an episode. In this episode, Dave explains why they should be treated as an essential part of every podcast release and how they can become a valuable resour
E755 - How To Use Pinterest As a Podcaster, Podcast Seasons, and Podcasting in the Margins - with CO-HOST Andi Smiley.output
Episode 755 - How To Use Pinterest As a Podcaster, Podcast Seasons, and Podcasting in the Margins - with CO-HOST Andi SmileyThis episode features podcast guest co-host Andi Smiley, who shares her journey from broadcast journalism and radio production into podcasting, and how motherhood shaped the way she creates and sustains her show. Starting her podcast shortly after the birth of her youngest ch
E754 - Two Things That You Can Do Today To Make You A Smarter Podcaster - Practical Podcasting Tips
Episode 754 - Two Things That You Can Do Today To Make You A Smarter Podcaster - Practical Podcasting TipsThis episode brings a valuable lesson back from the archives, focused on what truly makes a smarter podcaster. At its core, it is not about flashy tactics or complicated strategies, but about intentional effort, pride in your work, and a deep respect for your listener.Dave emphasizes that grea
E753 - How Podcasters Lose Money in Podcasting - Are You Tracking Your Money Spent on Podcasting Tools - Some Great Tips from Ralph Estep Jr.
Episode 753 - How Podcasters Lose Money in Podcasting - Are You Tracking Your Money Spent on Podcasting Tools - Some Great Tips from Ralph Estep Jr.In this episode of the How to Podcast series, Dave explores why scripts can sometimes hold podcasters back from truly connecting with their audience. Using Sammy Hagar as a powerful example, he compares singing to a crowd with podcasting to listeners,
E752 - Why Your Script Might Be Holding You Back From Your Audience - A Podcasting Lesson From Sammy Hagar
Episode 752 - Why Your Script Might Be Holding You Back From Your Audience - A Podcasting Lesson From Sammy HagarIn this episode, Dave challenges a common habit in podcasting: relying too heavily on a script. Drawing inspiration from musician Sammy Hagar, he reframes podcasting as a performance rooted in connection rather than perfection. Hagar’s philosophy of not reading to the audience but perfo
E101 - Replacing an Old Episode - When The Podcast Content Is No Longer Relevant What Are Some Options
Episode 101 - Replacing an Old Episode - When The Podcast Content Is No Longer Relevant What Are Some OptionsWhen Old Podcast Episodes No Longer Fit: Smart Ways to Refresh Your Back CatalogWhat should you do when an older podcast episode no longer reflects your show, contains outdated information, or points listeners toward resources that no longer exist? In this episode, Dave explores practical w
E751 - How to Improve Every Podcast Episode That You Record - Behind The Mic Series
Episode 751 - How to Improve Every Podcast Episode That You Record - Behind The Mic SeriesHow to Improve Every Podcast Episode You Record: Stop Judging and Start Studying Your PodcastEvery podcaster has listened back to an episode and wished something sounded different. In this Behind the Mic episode, Dave explores a mindset shift that can help creators improve with every recording by replacing se
E750 - A Podcast Lesson from A Very Important Person - Tommy Shriggly - How to get into character as a creator
Episode 750 - A Podcast Lesson from A Very Important Person - Tommy Shriggly - How to get into character as a creatorVic interviews mental health advocate Tommy Shriggly (Zac Oyama) and discusses the three steps to happiness. To watch more episodes of Very Important People, sign up for Dropout: https://veryimportantpeople.dropout.tvhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTuf6dseaXUWhat happens when cre
E749 - Shared Mic Sessions - Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher Loo
Episode 749 - Shared Mic Sessions - Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher LooThis Shared Mic episode features Dave Campbell stepping into the guest seat on the Financial Freedom Podcast with Dr. Christopher Loo, where the conversation bridges podcasting and financial freedom through the lens of community, consistency, and clarity of purpose.Dave shares how podcasting has evolved into a po
E748 - What A.I. is Saying About The How To Podcast Series as Compared to Other Active Podcasts About Podcasting
Episode 748 - What A.I. is Saying About The How To Podcast Series as Compared to Other Active Podcasts About PodcastingI asked Perplexity about this show - here is the prompt that I used...compare the How To Podcast Series to other active podcasts about podcasting - how does the How To Podcast Series stand out from the rest, what makes it different and what are listeners saying about the show - wh
E747 - Shared Mic Sessions - Static Radio with Bob Lement the Cartoon Blue Cat
Episode 747 - Shared Mic Sessions - Static Radio with Bob Lement the Cartoon Blue CatWhat happens when a podcaster becomes the guest instead of the host? In this Shared Mic session, Dave joins the wonderfully creative world of Static Radio, where he is interviewed by Bob Lement's unforgettable blue cartoon cat. The conversation is filled with laughter, nostalgia, and meaningful insights about
E746 - How to be Self-Aware Without Being Self-Absorbed as a Podcast Creator - Adjusting Your Personal Volume For the Room
Episode 746 - How to be Self-Aware Without Being Self-Absorbed as a Podcast Creator - Adjusting Your Personal Volume For the RoomHow do you become a better podcast host without making everything about yourself? In this episode, Dave explores the important difference between being self aware and being self absorbed, using lessons from music, podcasting, and everyday conversations to show why the di
E745 - How to Podcast Like a Band - Your Podcast Is a Band (Start Acting Like It) Part 2
Episode 745 - How to Podcast Like a Band - Your Podcast Is a Band (Start Acting Like It) Part 2What can podcasters learn from musicians? In this continuation of the discussion, the episode explores how the principles that make great bands successful can also help create more meaningful and engaging podcasts.Using decades of experience as a musician, the conversation draws comparisons between build
E744 - How to Podcast Like a Band - What Podcasters Can Learn from Musicians
Episode 744 - How to Podcast Like a Band - What Podcasters Can Learn from MusiciansDrawing from more than four decades as a musician, this episode explores how the lessons learned in rehearsal rooms, recording studios, and live performances can help podcasters create stronger, more engaging shows. By comparing podcasting to being part of a band, the conversation reveals that great content is built
E743 - What John Mayer and Conan O'Brien Say About Not Being Enough for Others, It is Okay to Not be Everyone's Favourite Podcast
Episode 743 - What John Mayer and Conan O'Brien Say About Not Being Enough for Others, It is Okay to Not be Everyone's Favourite PodcastEvery podcaster wants their show to connect with listeners, but what if one of the biggest breakthroughs comes from accepting that you will never be everyone's favourite podcast? In this episode, Dave reflects on a conversation between Conan O'Brie
E742 - Why Commenting and Community Participation Matters - Be of Value to the Communities You Enjoy
Episode 742 - Why Commenting and Community Participation Matters - Be of Value to the Communities You EnjoyIn this short episode of The How to Podcast Series, Dave explains why commenting and participating in other people’s communities can be a powerful, low‑burnout way for podcasters to grow their own presence. He builds on a recent “daily Dave” idea: you don’t always have to start the parade, bu
E741 - How Would You Explain Podcasting to Someone That Has Never Heard of Podcasting
Episode 741 - How Would You Explain Podcasting to Someone That Has Never Heard of PodcastingHow would you explain podcasting to a person that has zero concept of technology, famous podcasters like Joe Rogan, audio streaming, YouTube - like a completely uninitiated, non-podcast listener? I would love to hear your explanation of podcasting and then to have you try it this week on a non-podcast liste
E740 - How To Assess and Plan Your Podcast Better - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast Tips
Episode 740 - How To Assess and Plan Your Podcast Better - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast TipsThis episode of The How To Podcast Series focuses on a challenge many creators face but rarely admit out loud: feeling overwhelmed, behind, and out of control with their podcast. Dave addresses this head-on, reassuring listeners that falling behind does not mean failure. Instead
E739 - 2 Things That You Can Do Today To Make You A Smarter Podcaster - Practical Podcasting Tips
Episode 739 - 2 Things That You Can Do Today To Make You A Smarter Podcaster - Podcasting TipsThis episode revisits a powerful idea: becoming a smarter podcaster does not require complicated strategies, just intentional habits that shape how you show up behind the mic. The focus is on two practical shifts that can immediately improve your podcast and the experience you create for your listeners.Th
E738 - A Podcast Idea for Authors - Create An Editors Cut for your book that your readers would pay to consume
Episode 738 - A Podcast Idea for Authors - Create An Editors Cut for your book that your readers would pay to consumeIn this episode, Dave introduces a powerful and often overlooked opportunity for authors to expand the life, impact, and income potential of their books. Drawing from years of conversations with writers on Living the Next Chapter, he highlights a common gap: authors create incredibl
E737 - Podcasters that Make Noise - A Guitar Lesson for Podcasters and Guesting Strategy Insights with CO-HOST Nick McGowan
Episode 737 - Podcasters that Make Noise - A Guitar Lesson for Podcasters and Guesting Strategy Insights with CO-HOST Nick McGowanIn the second half of this conversation with podcast host, editor and coach Nick McGowan, the discussion moves beyond AI and into the heart of what makes podcasting meaningful. Rather than chasing shortcuts or creating the illusion of success through automation, the con
E736 - Musical Know How that Helps You Edit Your Podcast and the Onslaught of AI Editing and Promo in Podcasting with CO-HOST Nick McGowan
Episode 736 - Musical Know How that Helps You Edit Your Podcast and the Onslaught of AI Editing and Promo in Podcasting with CO-HOST Nick McGowanThis episode explores a creative and intentional approach to podcast editing while unpacking the growing tension between human craft and AI-driven convenience. Dave introduces a narrative-style edit, reshaping a long conversation with co-host Nick McGowan
E735 - Beyond the Numbers - Embracing Your True Creative Worth as a Podcast and Content Creator - Practical Podcasting Tips
Episode 735 - Beyond the Numbers - Embracing Your True Creative Worth as a Podcast and Content Creator - Practical Podcasting TipsYou Are More Than Your Follower CountIn the digital age of validation and instant metrics, it's crucial to remember one fundamental truth: your worth is not defined by numbers on a screen.Breaking the Illusion of Social Media SuccessYour value as a creator isn't
E734 - Batch It - Leverage Doing Repeatable Tasks in Groups Instead of Context-Switching For Your Podcast Workflow - Practical Podcasting Tips
Episode 734 - Batch It - Leverage Doing Repeatable Tasks in Groups Instead of Context-Switching For Your Podcast Workflow - Practical Podcasting TipsThis episode explores a simple but powerful shift in how you approach your podcast workflow: batching. Instead of moving one episode through every step from start to finish, the focus here is on grouping similar tasks together to reduce friction and i
E733 - Asking for a 5 Star Review Might Be Seen As A Plea To Stroke Our Own Podcast Ego
Episode 733 - Asking for a 5 Star Review Might Be Seen As A Plea To Stroke Our Own Podcast EgoIn this episode of the How To Podcast Series, Dave takes a thoughtful look at one of the most common calls to action in podcasting: asking listeners for a five-star review. While many creators include this request automatically at the end of every episode, the conversation explores whether podcasters trul
E732 - An Online Magazine Instead of an Email Newsletter, Canadian Podcaster - Practical Podcasting Tips
Episode 732 - An Online Magazine Instead of an Email Newsletter, Canadian Podcaster - Practical Podcasting TipsIn this episode, Dave shares a fresh and practical shift away from traditional email newsletters by introducing a more engaging alternative: an online magazine built specifically for podcasters. Inspired by his own dislike of cluttered inbox emails, he explores how creators can rethink ho
E731 - Don't Forget Your Audience When Podcasting - Everything we do, we do it for you
Episode 731 - Don't Forget Your Audience When Podcasting - Everything we do, we do it for youThis episode is a reminder that great podcasting is not just about content, it is about connection. Dave steps away from the usual format to spend some one-on-one time with listeners and reflect on a simple but often overlooked idea: focus less on what your podcast is about and more on who it is for.It
E730 - An Easy Way to Resurface Podcast Episodes Buried in the Past - Practical Podcast Tips
Episode 730 - An Easy Way to Resurface Podcast Episodes Buried in the Past - Practical Podcasting Tips This episode pulls back the curtain on a simple but underused way to get more value from your podcast archive. Instead of letting strong episodes fade into the background, the approach is to resurface them by adjusting their publish date inside your hosting platform. This moves an older episode b
E729 - PodcastingStack.com - A Starting Point for Resources for Podcasters by our Friends at PodMatch
Episode 729 - PodcastingStack.com - A Starting Point for Resources for Podcasters by our Friends at PodMatchThis episode introduces a new resource for podcasters while reinforcing the importance of community, consistency, and simple systems that support long term creation.Dave highlights the launch of PodcastingStack.com, a platform created by the team at PodMatch. Positioned as a starting point f
E728 - Shared Mic Sessions - THE Podcaster Nation with Rory Paquette
Episode 728 - Shared Mic Sessions - THE Podcaster Nation with Rory Paquette What does it look like to build a podcasting life around community, consistency, and genuine connection? In this episode of Podcast Nation, Rory sits down with prolific podcaster David Campbell, a creator whose passion for podcasting has led him to host nine different podcasts while supporting countless creators along the
E727 - Podcast Community Building Ideas for your Podcast - Join Our Free Meetups and get Free Support
Episode 727 - Podcast Community Building Ideas for your Podcast - Join Our Free Meetups and get free support This episode explores what it really means to build a community around your podcast and why it matters beyond downloads and analytics. Dave speaks directly to creators who feel the gap between seeing numbers and actually connecting with real people. He acknowledges the time constraints most
E726 - How Many Books Do You Need to Write to be an Author - How many podcast episodes to be a Podcaster
Episode 726 - How Many Books Do You Need to Write to be an Author - How many podcast episodes to be a podcaster How much does it really take to become a podcaster?In this episode, Dave challenges one of the most common assumptions that prevents people from starting a podcast: the belief that launching a show requires an endless commitment of time, energy, and content creation. Inspired by a conver
E725 - The Driven Introvert Podcast, and Building Community with Podgound.io with Guest CO-HOST Remi Roy
Episode 725 - The Driven Introvert Podcast, and Building Community with Podgound.io with Guest CO-HOST Remi Roy Building a podcast is often about much more than creating content. It can become a journey of personal growth, confidence, community, and discovering the impact your voice can have on others.In this episode, Dave sits down with Remi, host of The Driven Introvert, for a thoughtful convers
E724 - A.I. Voices Talking About A.I. Podcasts in a Podcat About A.I. in Podcasting - When Podcasters Become Irrelevant
Episode 724 - A.I. Voices Talking About A.I. Podcasts in a Podcat About A.I. in Podcasting - When Podcasters Become Irrelevant What happens when podcasting begins to automate the very thing that makes it special?In this episode, Dave takes a passionate and thought-provoking look at the growing role of artificial intelligence in podcasting, sparked by an encounter with a podcast about podcasting th
E723 - Should Podcast Plays Be Measured by Percentage - Measuring Attention, Not Just Plays
Episode 723 - Should Podcast Plays Be Measured by Percentage - Measuring Attention, Not Just PlaysWhat does a podcast play actually mean?In this episode, Dave takes a deep dive into one of the most debated topics in podcasting analytics: listener measurement. With platforms increasingly defining an intentional listen as just 30 seconds of playback, he challenges whether that standard truly reflect
E722 - How To Know if You Might Be a Terrible Interview Guest - Stop Doing These Things Next Time You Guest on a Podcast
Episode 722 - How To Know if You Might Be a Terrible Interview Guest - Stop Doing These Things Next Time You Guest on a PodcastThis episode takes a direct and honest look at what makes a bad podcast guest and how easily even experienced creators can fall into habits that turn listeners and hosts away. Framed as a conversation, it challenges guests to rethink how they show up on other people’s plat
E721 - The Benefit of Guesting on Other Podcasts and Why Podcasters should be doing more of this on a regular basis
Episode 721 - The Benefit of Guesting on Other Podcasts and Why Podcasters should be doing more of this on a regular basisAs podcasters we follow what others are doing in the space - why? because for the most part what others are doing works! One thing I don't hear as a common suggestion for podcasters revolves around having a guest host on your show - you as a host move over to the passenger
E720 - Shared Mic Sessions - Podcasting Amplified - Podcasting for Business Growth and Marketing - Joe Eftihiou
Episode 720 - Shared Mic Sessions - Podcasting Amplified - Podcasting for Business Growth and Marketing - Joe EftihiouIn this Shared Mic Series episode of the How to Podcast Series, Dave Campbell steps into the guest chair for a wide-ranging conversation with Joe Eftihiou on Podcasting Amplified. Together, they explore what it takes to build meaningful connections through podcasting, create thrivi
E719 - Podcast Lessons from an Interview Podcast that Some Podcast Gurus Don't Like
Episode 719 - Podcast Lessons from an Interview Podcast that Some Podcast Gurus Don't LikeThis episode challenges some of the most common “rules” in podcasting by showing what actually works in practice. Drawing from his author interview show Living the Next Chapter, Dave shares real-world strategies that go against popular guru advice but continue to deliver strong results.At the core of the
E718 - If Your Podcast Was A Car, Would it be a Self-Driving Tesla Model of a Manual Transmission Stick - A.I. and Podcasting
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E717 - How To Re-establish Your Podcast Routine - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast Tips
Episode 717 - How To Re-establish Your Podcast Routine - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast TipsWhen you get off track with your podcast, focus on Rre-establishing your routine!Set a Realistic Recording Schedule: Instead of trying to return to your previous frequency, consider a more manageable schedule, such as biweekly or monthly episodes. This can reduce pressure and impr
E716 - How to Engage Your Podcast Audience - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast Tips
Episode 716 - How to Engage Your Podcast Audience - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast TipsGet your podcast back on track by engaging your audience!Communicate with Your Audience: If you need to take a break, inform your listeners about it. Consider releasing a short episode explaining your situation and when they can expect new content. This maintains transparency and keeps
E715 - How To Reignite Your Passion for Podcasting - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast Tips
Episode 715 - How To Reignite Your Passion for Podcasting - How To Get Your Podcast Back On Track - Practical Podcast Tips Get your podcast back on track by reigniting your passion for podcastingFocus on Quality Over Quantity: Prioritize creating well-researched and engaging episodes rather than adhering to a strict schedule. This can help rekindle your enthusiasm for podcasting and improve listen
E714 - Building Backwards - The Power of Reverse Engineering Your Podcast - Practical Podcasting Tips
Episode 714 - Building Backwards - The Power of Reverse Engineering Your Podcast - Practical Podcast TipsIn this episode, we explore how starting with your podcast’s end goal in mind can transform your planning and production process. Learn how to reverse engineer your podcast, identify your desired outcomes, and work backwards to design episodes, branding, and audience engagement strategies that
E713 - How To Market Your Podcast - Why Perspective Is Everything - Practical Podcasting Tips
Episode 713 - How To Market Your Podcast - Why Perspective Is Everything - Practical Podcast TipsIn this episode, we look at the crucial role that perspective and audience opinion play in marketing your podcast effectively. Marketing isn’t just about promotion—it’s about shaping how your podcast is perceived and connecting authentically with your listeners. Whether you’re just starting or looking
E712 - Podcast Hosting Site Basics - What You Need To Know About Podcast Distribution Hosts
Episode 712 - Podcast Hosting Site Basics - What You Need To Know About Podcast Distribution HostsThis episode takes a direct look at podcast hosting sites and clears up several common misconceptions that continue to mislead creators. Dave reframes the role of a hosting platform as the central library for your show, responsible for distributing episodes to directories like Apple Podcasts, Spotify,
E711 - Starting The Parade or Joining One - Living in the comments to build genuine connections in Podcasting
Episode 711 - Starting The Parade or Joining One - Living in the comments to build genuine connections in Podcasting For podcasters pressed for time, engaging with other creators’ posts and joining existing conversations can be one of the most effective ways to grow your presence and credibility—without the heavy lift of creating supplemental content from scratch.Practical Tips for PodcastersBe Ge
E710 - Why Accept Advice From Podcast Gurus That Don't Even Know Your Content - Get Better Advice For Your Podcast
Episode 710 - Why Accept Advice From Podcast Gurus That Don't Even Know Your Content - Get Better Advice For Your PodcastThis episode challenges podcasters to rethink who they trust for advice and why it matters.Dave reflects on a common issue in the podcasting space: creators seeking guidance from so called “gurus” who have never taken the time to actually listen to their show. He shares an e
E709 - How Podcast Newsletters Help the Podcasting World Grow - Some Suggested Newsletters for you to consider
Episode 709 - How Podcast Newsletters Help the Podcasting World Grow - Some Suggested Newsletters for you to considerIn this episode, Dave explores the role podcast newsletters play in growing the podcasting ecosystem and helping creators discover new voices. While admitting that reading newsletters is not his preferred way to consume content, he highlights their value, especially when they are re
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