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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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00:51:30

E663 - Content Buckets, How To Resonate, Rank and...

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2026/04/21

Episode 663 - Content Buckets, How To Resonate, Rank and Reach Effectively With Your Podcast With CO-HOST Nick McGowanThis episode dives into the intersection of podcasting, marketing, and authenticity through a candid conversation with Nick McGowan. At its core, the discussion challenges podcasters to move beyond surface-level tactics and reconnect with foundational principles that actually drive meaningful growth.Nick emphasizes that many creators get caught up in the “how” of promotion,

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00:32:28

E662 - Apple Revives Video Podcasts and Spotify Flips...

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2026/04/20

Episode 662 - Apple Revives Video Podcasts and Spotify Flips the Switch Giving Users Abililty to Hide Videos on PlatformHost Dave jumps back into the swirling debate around video podcasting—with fresh updates that show two tech giants taking completely opposite directions. Apple has once again stepped into the ring, reintroducing video podcasts to its platform after years of quietly keeping the feature in the background. Spotify, on the other hand, is adding a function that allows users to shut

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00:21:31

E661 - How to Protect Your Guest Through the Entire...

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2026/04/19

Episode 661 - How to Protect Your Guest Through the Entire Interview Process With Your Guest - Podcast Hosting SkillsIn this final episode of The How To Podcast Series' four-part miniseries on podcast hosting skills, Dave wraps up with a vital call to action: protect your guest throughout the entire interview process, from initial connection to post-production release. Whether your show features intense, personal stories or solo content, the principles apply equally to fostering safety for

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00:17:11

E660 - How to Balance Emotion with Purposeful...

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2026/04/18

Episode 660 - How to Balance Emotion with Purposeful Direction With Your Guest During Interviews - Podcast Hosting SkillsIn this episode of The How-To Podcast Series, host Dave dives into one of the most undervalued skills in podcasting: creating a safe emotional space for guests while keeping conversations meaningful and focused. Whether you interview guests or speak solo to your audience, the same principle applies—listeners need to feel heard, respected, and connected to the purpose behind each

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00:36:55

E659 - How Do I Keep Podcasting When My Schedule Has...

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2026/04/17

Episode 659 - How Do I Keep Podcasting When My Schedule Has Changed and Outside Pressure has Reduced My Podcast Creative TimeDave dives into a relatable challenge for most podcasters: adapting when life throws curveballs like family changes or new responsibilities that eat into creative time. Drawing from his own recent shift from an empty nest to caregiving for his grandchildren during the day, he shares real-time strategies to keep shows alive without burnout. As an independent creator among the

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00:22:12

E658 - How to Create Psychological Safety Before You...

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2026/04/16

Episode 658 - How to Create Psychological Safety Before You Hit Record With Your Guest During Interviews - Podcast Hosting SkillsIn this episode of The How To Podcast Series, Dave explores what it means to create psychological safety before you hit record, especially when interviewing a guest about a difficult, personal, or emotionally charged topic. Using a powerful conversation with author Linda Fishman, whose book Repairing Rainbows reflects on devastating family loss, Dave explains why a podcast

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00:24:17

E657 - How to Avoid the Common Mistakes Made in a...

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2026/04/15

Episode 657 - How to Avoid the Common Mistakes Made in a Podcast PitchIn this episode of The How To Podcast Series, host Dave cuts through the noise of podcast pitching with his signature no-nonsense wisdom, drawing from over 2,200 episodes—including 1,000+ interviews—to expose the pitfalls that doom most guest pitches straight to the spam folder. He shares cringe-worthy real-life examples, like PR agents addressing him as "Chris" or "Rachel" despite claiming they've

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00:21:04

E656 - Consistency Beats Intensity - Podcast Lessons...

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2026/04/14

Episode 656 - Consistency Beats Intensity - Podcast Lessons applied from Do It Today by Darius ForouxThis episode wraps up a five-part mini series inspired by Do It Today by Darius Foroux, bringing the focus to one of the most important principles a podcaster can embrace: consistency beats intensity. The conversation reframes what it really means to grow a podcast, challenging the idea that bursts of motivation or high-output weekends are the key to success. Instead, the episode emphasizes that

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00:23:07

E655 - Time Blocking Beats To-Do Lists - Podcast...

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2026/04/13

Episode 655 - Time Blocking Beats To-Do Lists - Podcast Lessons applied from Do It Today by Darius ForouxThis episode continues the exploration of Do It Today by Darius Foroux, focusing on how time blocking can be a more effective approach than traditional to do lists for podcasters. The conversation centers on the challenge many creators face when trying to manage multiple responsibilities while consistently producing content. Rather than relying on long, open-ended lists that can feel overwhelming

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E654 - The Two-Minute Rule for Podcasters - Podcast...

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2026/04/12

Episode 654 - The Two-Minute Rule for Podcasters - Podcast Lessons applied from Do It Today by Darius ForouxThis episode explores a simple but powerful productivity concept adapted for podcasters: the Two-Minute Rule. Inspired by the book Do It Today, the idea is straightforward. If a task takes less than two minutes, do it immediately. Instead of letting small tasks pile up, Dave reframes them as opportunities for quick wins that reduce overwhelm and create momentum in your podcast

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00:19:22

E653 - You Allow Your Own Distractions - Podcast...

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2026/04/11

Episode 653 - You Allow Your Own Distractions - Podcast Lessons applied from Do It Today by Darius ForouxThis episode of the podcast explores a powerful and often overlooked truth for creators: perfectionism is not a strength, but a subtle form of procrastination. Drawing inspiration from the book Do It Today by Darius Foroux, the conversation reframes the way podcasters think about their workflow, output, and expectations.At its core, the episode challenges the habit of endlessly tweaking scripts,

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00:19:14

E652 - Podcast Perfectionism Is Fancy Podcast...

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2026/04/10

Episode 652 - Podcast Perfectionism Is Fancy Podcast Procrastination - Lessons from Do It Today by Darius ForouxPodcast perfectionism often feels productive, but in this episode it is reframed as something far more limiting. Drawing from Do It Today by Darius Foroux, the conversation challenges the idea that striving for flawless episodes is a strength. Instead, it reveals how perfectionism quietly becomes procrastination, keeping podcasters stuck in cycles of endless editing, rerecording, and

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00:24:43

E651 - Monetize This - David Beckemeyer Talks With...

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2026/04/09

Episode 651 - Monetize This - David Beckemeyer Talks With Alex Sanfilippo About the Things That Might Get You Kicked Out of Podcast ConferenceIn this episode of The How To Podcast Series, the host introduces a feed drop and highlights why sharing another creator’s show can be a smart move for podcasters who want to take a break, fill calendar space, and introduce their audience to voices they trust. The episode then features a conversation drawn from Dave Beckmeyer’s Monetize This, where David

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00:21:56

E650 - The PodMatch Monthly April Report - State of...

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2026/04/08

Episode 650 - The PodMatch Monthly April Report - State of Podcasting and Trends to WatchWelcome back to another episode of the How to Podcast series. Today, we’re talking about a resource that needs to be at the top of your bookmarks bar. If you’ve ever wondered if your show is "normal" or if you're actually gaining ground in this industry, you need to head over to the Podcasting Industry Report.We’re breaking down the April 2026 stats to show you exactly where the independent

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00:41:45

E649 - Will Apple Video Podcasting Decimate Audio...

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2026/04/07

Episode 649 - Will Apple Video Podcasting Decimate Audio First Podcasters, Editors and ListenersIn this episode of the How To Podcast Series, host Dave explores Apple's renewed push into video podcasting via HLS, questioning if it will overshadow audio-first creators like himself. Drawing from a recent New Media Show discussion between Rob Greenlee and Justin Jackson of Transistor.fm, Dave highlights the tension: listeners crave seamless switching between audio on the go and video at home,

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E648 - Should Podcasters Have a Disclaimer in their...

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2026/04/06

Episode 648 - Should Podcasters Have a Disclaimer in their show that this is Human Generated Content As iHeartRadio Shows now doIn this episode of the How to Podcast series, host Dave reacts to a growing trend in podcasting, where shows are beginning to label themselves as human generated content. Prompted by Jay Shetty’s iHeart disclaimer, “This is an iHeart podcast, guaranteed human,” Dave explores whether independent podcasters should also start identifying their shows as created by real people,

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E647 - The Declarative Interview - Declarative...

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2026/04/05

Episode 647 - The Declarative Interview - Declarative Techniques for Unforgettable Podcast EpisodesIn this episode of the How to Podcast Series, host Dave explores declarative sentences and questions as game-changers for podcasters. He defines declarative statements as complete thoughts that inform, explain facts, or share opinions, always ending in a period—not a question mark—like "The sky is blue" or "Chocolate is the best flavor." These build confidence by dropping pitch at

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E646 - What If Another Podcaster Copies My Show, My...

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2026/04/04

Episode 646 - What If Another Podcaster Copies My Show, My Content and Tries To Steal Away My AudienceEvery podcaster has felt it—a twinge of panic when another creator launches a show that looks eerily similar to yours. Same theme, same tone, maybe even the same stories. In this episode, Dave takes that fear head-on and invites you to exhale. Copycats may recreate your content, but they can’t duplicate you.Podcasting, Dave reminds us, isn’t about inventing ideas no one has ever heard before. Every

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E645 - The Daily Things That You Can Do To Be A...

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2026/04/03

Episode 645 - The Daily Things That You Can Do To Be A Better Podcaster In Addition to PodcastingIn this episode of the How to Podcast Series, host Dave shares his passion for discovering new podcasts, binge-listening from episode one, and connecting with fellow creators. He credits night-shift listening for fueling his growth and invites listeners to share their shows for feedback.Dave draws inspiration from Austin Kleon's book Show Your Work!, particularly chapter three: "Share something

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00:31:56

E644 - Looking Back Over 2200 Podcast Episodes - Some...

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2026/04/02

Episode 644 - Looking Back Over 2200 Podcast Episodes - Some Key Things That Podcasting Has Taught MeIn this reflective episode of the How To Podcast Series, host Dave shares insights from producing over 2,200 episodes across his nine podcasts, seven of which remain highly active. Drawing from his HR background in high-stakes interviews, he emphasizes preparation as the foundation of great podcasting—thorough prep reduces rambling, sharpens guest connections, and minimizes editing time, whether for

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