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Sticking to Your Topic
Jan. 18, 2010

Sticking to Your Topic

Today we talk about two shows who had their fans say "Stick to the topic." The good news is many people don't give that kind of feedback (they just unsubscribe). So when you are planning your podcast be sure to think about ho...

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If You Spell it - You Can Smell it
Oct. 12, 2009

If You Spell it - You Can Smell it

On today's brief show, I explain how I took the name “Podcast Fast Pass” (say that out loud) from the “Fast Pass” idea at Disney Land (where you can legally cut in line). Well after a year or so, I finally changed the name as...

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Producing Video Podcasts Authors
April 21, 2008

Producing Video Podcasts Authors

Today we talk with Richard Harrington and Mark Weiser authors of the book Producing Video Podcasts: A Guide for Media Professionals. If you are a audio podcaster looking to get into video, it can help those looking to do it o...

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Podcasting Can Boost Your Business - I've Got Proof
Jan. 14, 2008

Podcasting Can Boost Your Business - I've Got Proof

This podcast episdoe #120 originates at https://www.shownotes.schoolofpodcasting.com One of the benefits of being a member of the School of Podcasting is our weekly roundtable / live Question and anser sessions (typical 60 - ...

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109 Finding Time to Podcast
Oct. 22, 2007

109 Finding Time to Podcast

Are you arguing with your significant other about your podcasting habbits? Ever wonder how Dave has 8 podcasts ? Is it true that he just has no life? NO. It revolves around careful planning, and involving your family and frie...

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100 Reflections on 100 SHows of Podcasting Tips
Aug. 14, 2007

100 Reflections on 100 SHows of Podcasting Tips

Today I talk about any regrets I have after doing 100 shows. I have one thing I've changed (as of today). We also get some great feedback on organizing your podcast content. We also get a last 5 in 5. (11:15) Organizing Your ...

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99 Organzing Podcast Content
Aug. 6, 2007

99 Organzing Podcast Content

We have a ton of studd on the show today. We give away Sound Pack 3 from soundgods.com Congrats to Paul Clifford of the Tech, No bable Show You can earn money at Podcast Picke For Reviewing Podcast s We talk about how to keep...

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97 Free Sound Effects and Running the Numbers
July 22, 2007

97 Free Sound Effects and Running the Numbers

Today I went and looked at some numbers regarding people using phones to listen to the School of Podcasting's Morning Announcements. I use voiceindigo.com and I had anywhere from 15 to 47 downloads a month. I also looked at h...

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88 You Don't Need a "DJ" Voice To Podcast
May 28, 2007

88 You Don't Need a "DJ" Voice To Podcast

Today we talk about using a "Radio Voice" to be a podcaster. I talk about Dr Dave from www.shrinkwrapradio.com who was worried that he didn't have a "DJ" voice. He's doing fine, and remember that many people do NOT want to he...

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87 Pacing Yourself as a Podcaster
May 20, 2007

87 Pacing Yourself as a Podcaster

I talk about pacing yourself (your conent) when you hit the jackpot. We also talk about bulletin boards (forums), and how to fight spam. Wew also talk about doing an "Anniversary show." We also throw out the question, "Does a...

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82 Creating Same Page Podcasting
April 9, 2007

82 Creating Same Page Podcasting

People have asked me "Should I write down what to say on a podcast?" When they ask this they mean every word. This is NOT the way to go. I talk about a podcast that is the EXACT content I'm looking for and I CAN'T LISTEN as t...

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81 Icing on the Cake - Presentation Tips
April 2, 2007

81 Icing on the Cake - Presentation Tips

NEW SPONSOR: www.trypersony.com The power of online meetings without the monthly fees. Today I'm talking about some tips for presentation, as well we WHY you should be doing some osrt of introduction for your podcast. This in...

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71 Repeat Exposure For a Dime
Jan. 22, 2007

71 Repeat Exposure For a Dime

Dave went back to colllege this week (but is still completely available to help new podcasters). He had a very difficult time getting bookmarks for his books. When he found one, he was amazed at how many times a day he viewed...

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67: Did You Really Say That? - Storytelling Podcasts
Dec. 26, 2006

67: Did You Really Say That? - Storytelling Podcasts

In this episode Dave talks about the potential pitfalls of a diary - storytelling podcast. He started a new podcast Building a Better Dave . Keep in mind that EVERYONE can hear your podcast. You also never know when people wi...

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63 Podcaster Toolkit
Nov. 28, 2006

63 Podcaster Toolkit

In this episode Dave talks about a new service that allows you to use Paypal and raise money towards a goal (might be great around expo time when you're raising money for plane tickets). The service is www.chipin.com and Dave...

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62 Pre Interview Tactics
Nov. 21, 2006

62 Pre Interview Tactics

Dave talks about how to conduct a PRE interview, we get a last 5 in 5 from Larry of daily-journal.com and Dave also points out that Google has a great tool for collaboration. SponsorOnline Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting ...

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59 Podcasting Around the Holidays Without Missing a Beat
Oct. 24, 2006

59 Podcasting Around the Holidays Without Missing a Beat

The holidays can be such a rush. Shopping, school events, travel, etc make the "Tour of Christmas 06" something that can make you tired jsut thinking about it. How are you going to find time to podcast? Dave explains some qui...

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55: Never Podcast on 4 Hours Sleep
Sept. 25, 2006

55: Never Podcast on 4 Hours Sleep

Dave talks the upcoming expo in Ontario California and why should be ready to take advantage of the opportunity. It's humour cast as Dave is really, really tired. We also talk about getting feedback from friends on your podca...

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47: Quickly Making Audio Comments Podcast Ready
July 31, 2006

47: Quickly Making Audio Comments Podcast Ready

I walk the listener through adjusting a voicemail comment from a scratchy, noisey sound bite to a smoother sounding clip ready to use. Dave explains some features that are in Sony Sound Forge (Free shipping at Same Day Music ...

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34 Saving 60 Bucks a Year with Podcaster News Network
May 8, 2006

34 Saving 60 Bucks a Year with Podcaster News Network

Dave answers some listener about the Podcaster News Network a (He does a podcast called Sloppy Seconds making fun of the Music Buisiness on that site). He also mentioned Kiptronic for a way to exhcnage promos (which is his pr...

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25: ID3 Tags It's All About The Listener
March 13, 2006

25: ID3 Tags It's All About The Listener

Length 18 Minutes Intro: www.urbankook.com Promo review www.womengrow.org Random Link https://www.softpointer.com/AudioShell.htm More information Tutorial at Podcast 411

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24 Recording Tips From a Sound Engineer
March 6, 2006

24 Recording Tips From a Sound Engineer

We interview Bruce Williams from The "Sine Language" and "Building the Pod" podcasts (just to name a few) takes to talk about recording techniques and his new Mastering Service for podcasters Check out his shows at www.audio2...

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20: Making an Attention Grabbing Podcast Promo
Feb. 6, 2006

20: Making an Attention Grabbing Podcast Promo

Length 17 Minutes We look at some advertising theory and how it applies to a podcast promo. Do you have a promo? Have you made any of the common mistakes? Are you going to make a promo? Here are some tips to keep in mind. Adv...

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14: What Makes a Good Podcast
Dec. 27, 2005

14: What Makes a Good Podcast

Length 10 Minutes People ask all the time, Is this a good podcast? this is defined by the listener. Sites Mentioned The Marketer's Podcast (I heard a n interview with Lorrie Morgan Ferraro Nationwide CD (inexpensive Postcards...

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