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What Happens When Spotify Deletes Everything?
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Dave Jackson flies solo this week (with special guest appearances from Randy Black and Ralph Estep Jr.) to tackle this challenging question and more. Randy shares a heart-wrenching story about losing his podcast co-host and friend, reminding us of the human connections that make this medium so powerful. His emotional recounting serves as a poignant reminder that beyond analytics and strategies, podcasting creates meaningful relationships that transcend the microphone.
The conversation takes a practical turn when Ralph joins to break down the differences between LLC and sole proprietorship structures for podcasters. His expertise reveals that proper business structuring can save significant money on self-employment taxes while providing liability protection—with benefits potentially kicking in at just $8,000 of annual podcast income.
A cautionary tale emerges about platform dependence when Dave shares the story of a podcaster who lost 168 episodes overnight when Spotify deleted their entire catalog over a single music-related terms of service violation. The lesson? Always back up your content and understand platform policies before it's too late.
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PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
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School of Podcasting
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Podpage
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Home Gadget Geeks
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Featured Supporter: Shane from Spybrary
We interview spy authors, espionage historians and fans of spy books, spy movies and spy TV series! Check it out at https://spybrary.com/
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Chapters
1. Episode Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Podcast Branding.Co (00:02:22)
3. Based on a True Story Podcast (00:03:45)
4. Randy Black Discusses Loss of Co-Host (00:07:35)
5. Podcast Growth and Audience Feedback (00:14:13)
6. Spotify's Content Policies and Risks (00:23:23)
7. LLC vs. Sole Proprietorship with Ralph (00:37:25)
8. THANK YOU! (00:43:50)
9. Join the School of Podcasting (00:44:25)
10. Podcast Hot Seat (00:44:39)
11. Try Podpage (00:45:02)
12. Home Gadget Geeks (00:45:15)
13. Wheel of Names: Shane from Spybrary (00:45:36)
14. Become an Awesome Supporter (00:46:38)
15. ChatGPT for Audio Settings Optimization (01:00:17)
16. AI Content and The Future of Podcasting (01:11:29)
17. Kit Platform Discussion and Show Closing (01:20:09)
529 episodes
Manage episode 507535200 series 2770883
Send us feedback/questions via Text
Dave Jackson flies solo this week (with special guest appearances from Randy Black and Ralph Estep Jr.) to tackle this challenging question and more. Randy shares a heart-wrenching story about losing his podcast co-host and friend, reminding us of the human connections that make this medium so powerful. His emotional recounting serves as a poignant reminder that beyond analytics and strategies, podcasting creates meaningful relationships that transcend the microphone.
The conversation takes a practical turn when Ralph joins to break down the differences between LLC and sole proprietorship structures for podcasters. His expertise reveals that proper business structuring can save significant money on self-employment taxes while providing liability protection—with benefits potentially kicking in at just $8,000 of annual podcast income.
A cautionary tale emerges about platform dependence when Dave shares the story of a podcaster who lost 168 episodes overnight when Spotify deleted their entire catalog over a single music-related terms of service violation. The lesson? Always back up your content and understand platform policies before it's too late.
Sponsors:
PodcastBranding.co - They see you before they hear you
Basedonastruestorypodcast.com - Comparing Hollywood with History?
Mentioned In This Episode
School of Podcasting
https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/join
Podpage
http://www.trypodpage.com
Home Gadget Geeks
https://www.homegadgegeeks.com
Featured Supporter: Shane from Spybrary
We interview spy authors, espionage historians and fans of spy books, spy movies and spy TV series! Check it out at https://spybrary.com/
Podcast Hot Seat
Grow your podcast audience with Podcast Hot Seat. We help you do more of what is working, and fine tune those things that need polished. In addition to the podcast audit, you get a FREE MONTH at the School of Podcasting (including more coaching). Check it out at https://www.podcasthotseat.com/store
Your Audience Will Thank You!
BE AWESOME!
Thanks for listening to the show. Help the show continue to exist and get a shout-out on the show by becoming an awesome supporter by going to askthepodcastcoach.com/awesome
Chapters
1. Episode Introduction (00:00:00)
2. Podcast Branding.Co (00:02:22)
3. Based on a True Story Podcast (00:03:45)
4. Randy Black Discusses Loss of Co-Host (00:07:35)
5. Podcast Growth and Audience Feedback (00:14:13)
6. Spotify's Content Policies and Risks (00:23:23)
7. LLC vs. Sole Proprietorship with Ralph (00:37:25)
8. THANK YOU! (00:43:50)
9. Join the School of Podcasting (00:44:25)
10. Podcast Hot Seat (00:44:39)
11. Try Podpage (00:45:02)
12. Home Gadget Geeks (00:45:15)
13. Wheel of Names: Shane from Spybrary (00:45:36)
14. Become an Awesome Supporter (00:46:38)
15. ChatGPT for Audio Settings Optimization (01:00:17)
16. AI Content and The Future of Podcasting (01:11:29)
17. Kit Platform Discussion and Show Closing (01:20:09)
529 episodes
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