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The How To Podcast Series - Revolving Co-Hosts, Actionable Tips, And A Community for Podcasters

Dave Campbell, Ontario Canada

Welcome to The How To Podcast Series — your guide to podcasting success! Join host Dave Campbell and rotating guest co-hosts for practical tips on podcasting. Learn podcast SEO, audience growth, guest booking, audio setup, social media marketing, and hosting platform suggestions. Get real-world advice, Podcasting Tips, creative inspiration, and the confidence to build your podcast community. Podcast smarter — your journey starts here! Join our free Podcast Community on Meetup to meet fellow

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00:16:40

E576 - Assembling Your Podcast Tools - The...

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2026/02/13

Episode 576 - Assembling Your Podcast Tools - The Podcaster’s Path, 24 Steps from Beginner to ProAssembling the tools marks your official entry into podcasting—no gatekeeping, no $2,000 gear hauls required. Most new podcasters freeze here because they chase "pro-level" setups before recording a single word. The truth? Your voice matters more than your voltage.Let me take you back to my first setup: tangled XLR cables, a mixer I barely understood, software crashing mid-take, and hours lost

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00:12:20

E575 - Common Podcaster Doubts and Excuses - The...

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2026/02/13

Episode 575 - Common Podcaster Doubts and Excuses - The Podcaster’s Path, 24 Steps from Beginner to ProDoubts and Excuses mark the second step on The Podcaster’s Path, where so many aspiring creators stall out. If you're feeling stuck right now—frozen by overthinking, perfectionism, or that nagging voice saying "Who am I to start a podcast?"—this is your episode. You're not alone, and this is exactly where the real journey begins.Imagine a listener named Alex, who emailed me after

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00:15:49

E574 - The Call to Create - The Podcaster’s Path, 24...

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2026/02/13

Episode 574 - The Call to Create - The Podcaster’s Path, 24 Steps from Beginner to ProThe call to create hits every podcaster differently, but it always arrives—with that nagging whisper that won’t quiet. For years, I ignored the pull to start my first show. Life was busy, ideas felt half-baked, and I told myself “someday.” Then one restless night, replaying conversations I wished I’d captured, I couldn’t ignore it anymore. I hit record on a shaky phone memo, and that messy spark became nine

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00:23:06

E573 - Permission to Stay Small and Happy with Your...

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2026/02/12

Episode 573 - Permission to Stay Small and Happy with Your PodcastDave welcomes listeners to the How To Podcast Series, offering permission to keep your podcast small and happy without chasing guru advice, marketing hype, or monetization pressure. He pushes back against podcasts about podcasting that push agendas tied to blogging, Instagram, live streaming, or other platforms, insisting you can podcast purely for fun, curiosity, creativity, connection, and joy without feeling like a second-class

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00:32:48

E572 - Podcast Listener Surveys Done Right - Act,...

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2026/02/11

Episode 572 - Podcast Listener Surveys Done Right - Act, Respond, RepeatPodcast listener surveys are at the heart of this episode, and Dave uses his own Google Forms survey for The How To Podcast Series as a live example of how powerful they can be when done thoughtfully. He invites listeners at every stage of the journey, from first timers to long time followers, to share honest feedback so the show can evolve into a resource they are proud to recommend. Beyond numbers and downloads, he frames

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00:31:36

E571 - Pitch, Pace, Pauses - Why Vocal Cues Are Your...

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2026/02/10

Episode 571 - Pitch, Pace, Pauses - Why Vocal Cues Are Your Body Language on Mic as a PodcasterIn this episode of The How To Podcast Series, host Dave tackles one of the biggest challenges for audio podcasters: how to make your message land powerfully when listeners can't see your face, gestures, or expressions. With over 570 episodes under his belt across nine shows, Dave draws from years of mic time to explain why your voice must become your primary "body language" tool, using pitch,

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E570 - Never Ramble Again - Structuring Podcast...

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2026/02/09

Episode 570 - Never Ramble Again - Structuring Podcast Episodes with a Show Flow Think of a traditional radio “show map” as a simple, repeatable plan for what happens each minute on air. For podcasters, we can adapt that idea into a flexible, creator‑friendly planning tool and give it a name that makes sense outside radio.A good term for this in podcasting is a Show Flow Blueprint. It is a one‑page guide that outlines the structure, timing, and purpose of each part of your episode so you spend less

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00:39:00

E569 - PodSnacks Provides An Email Summary of Your...

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2026/02/08

Episode 569 - PodSnacks Provides An Email Summary of Your Podcast That You Can Share with Special Guest Shimon RosenIn this episode of The How-To Podcast Series, host Dave explores a new AI-powered tool designed to help podcasters grow their reach, save time, and connect more deeply with listeners. The conversation begins when Dave’s podcasting friend, Joshua Hess, forwards him an automated episode summary created by PodSnacks—a tool Dave had never heard of before. Impressed by its concise and

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00:26:29

E568 - Podcasters, You Might Be Sabotaging Reach by...

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2026/02/07

Episode 568 - Podcasters, You Might Be Sabotaging Reach by Ignoring Native ToolsShow Notes: Podcasters, You Might Be Sabotaging Reach by Ignoring Native ToolsIn this episode of The How‑To Podcast Series, host Dave digs into a challenge many creators face but rarely address directly: are podcasters limiting their audience growth by relying on third‑party tools instead of using the native features built into each social platform? The conversation begins with Dave’s ambitious upcoming project—a 24‑hour

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00:32:22

E567 - Podcasters, Your Voice is an Instrument -...

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2026/02/06

Episode 567 - Podcasters, Your Voice is an Instrument - Learn How to Play Your InstrumentShow Notes: How to Use Your Voice as an InstrumentIn this episode of the How To Podcast Series, host Dave Campbell invites listeners to take a closer look at one of the most overlooked yet powerful tools in podcasting: the human voice. In this episode we talk about how podcasters can better understand and use their voices just like musicians use their instruments.Dave compares the voice to a band’s

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00:17:46

E566 - Why Your Podcast Artwork Might Be Costing You...

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2026/02/05

Episode 566 - Why Your Podcast Artwork Might Be Costing You PlaysWhy Your Podcast Logo Might Be Costing You Plays | How to PodcastDave dives into the critical role podcast cover art plays as the first impression for potential listeners in this quick, actionable episode from the 365-day 2026 series. With a simple yellow microphone on a black background, he breaks his own "rules" to keep his branding bold and unmistakable, then unpacks how anyone can design artwork that stands out in crowded

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00:32:53

E565 - Reverse-Engineer Success - How Listening to...

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2026/02/04

Episode 565 - Reverse-Engineer Success - How Listening to Other Podcasts Reveals Your Unique VoiceReverse-Engineer Success: How Listening to Other Podcasts Reveals Your Unique Voice | How to Podcast SeriesDave Campbell delivers a compelling solo episode urging podcasters to step outside their own shows and actively listen to others in their niche. Far from mere competition scouting, this practice acts as a mirror, revealing what works, what fails, and where your authentic voice can fill unmet gaps

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E564 - Reheated Radio vs Native Podcasts - Are Radio...

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2026/02/03

Episode 564 - Reheated Radio vs Native Podcasts - Are Radio Listeners Drawn to Recycled Morning Shows or Podcast First ContentReheated Radio vs Native Podcasts: Are Listeners Drawn to Recycled Morning Shows or Podcast-First Content?In this fiery episode of the How-To Podcast series, host Dave dives into a topic stirring debate among audio creators: whether repurposed radio shows—stripped of music, weather, and traffic—belong in podcast feeds alongside true podcast-first content. With unapologetic

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E563 - Has Podcast Measurement Moved Away From The...

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2026/02/02

Episode 563 - Has Podcast Measurement Moved Away From The Almighty Download - What We Should Be Measuring Going ForwardHas Podcast Measurement Moved Away From The Almighty Download? What We Should Be Measuring Going ForwardIn this solo episode of the How To Podcast series, Dave dismantles the myth of the "almighty download," explaining how easily they can be gamed, faked, or triggered without any real listening—through auto-downloads, bots, shady services, or even just marking episodes as

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00:31:25

E562 - Video Podcasts Are Not New - The Ignored...

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2026/02/01

Episode 562 - Video Podcasts Are Not New - The Ignored History of Video Podcasts on Apple and RSS HostingVideo Podcasts Are Not New: Debunking Myths and RSS RealityDave launches into a passionate rant against podcast "gurus" spreading misinformation, particularly the claim that video podcasts are a recent trend. He clarifies that video podcasting has existed since podcasting's inception, supported by RSS feeds on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. Three hosting

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00:11:38

E561 - Selecting The Wrong Podcast Mentors - Invest...

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2026/01/31

Episode 561 - Selecting The Wrong Podcast Mentors - Invest Where You're Invested InIn this short but impactful episode of the How to Podcast Series, Dave explores a topic that every podcaster, new or seasoned, faces at some point: finding the right mentor. The podcasting world is filled with gurus, influencers, and coaches promising overnight success, but not all mentorships are created equal. Dave shares a simple and powerful framework for recognizing genuine supporters who can help you grow

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E560 - Using Live As The Basis of A Podcast...

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2026/01/30

Episode 560 - Using Live As The Basis of A Podcast Recording, 2026 Podcast Predictions, And Podcast Answers With CO-HOST - Andy LehmanDave from The How to Podcast Series welcomes guest co-host Andy Lehman, host of Podcast Answers, for an engaging chat on podcasting's evolution, live production, and creator mindset. With Andy's experience since 2007, the duo unpacks how barriers have dropped—from technical hurdles to accessible tools—while sharing strategies for authentic shows that

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00:39:21

E559 - Win Your Next Interview and Set The Tone with...

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2026/01/29

Episode 559 - Win Your Next Interview and Set The Tone with Podcast MirroringIn this episode of the How To Podcast series, host Dave dives into podcast mirroring, a subtle yet powerful technique that shapes every conversation. Most podcasters use it instinctively through tone, pace, and energy, but Dave explains how to wield it deliberately as a tool for transforming flat interviews into engaging dialogues and reining in chaotic guests. Whether solo or with guests, mirroring lets you establish your

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00:37:36

E558 - Community, Your Podcast's Secret Weapon -...

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2026/01/28

Episode 558 - Community, Your Podcast's Secret Weapon - Starting and Growing a Real Community From ScratchHost Dave Campbell shares practical wisdom from nearly three years running the "How to Podcast" Meetup group, where podcasters from the UK, Italy, America, Canada, and beyond connect twice weekly on Tuesdays and Saturdays. With no sales pitches, fees, or funnels, Dave's virtual community thrives as a low-barrier space for global podcasters to collaborate, offering open Q&A

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E557 - Messy, Playful Podcasting - Beat Perfectionism...

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2026/01/27

Episode 557 - Messy, Playful Podcasting - Beat Perfectionism With 4 Creative RitualsDave Campbell delivers a heartfelt reminder that podcasters can learn profound lessons from watching children at play, especially his grandchildren Delilah and Wesley. Far from idle time, play represents a fearless space for experimentation, sensory exploration, and growth without judgment, qualities many creators have lost amid rigid routines and perfectionist pressures. Drawing inspiration from child development

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