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Starting A Podcast Episodes

This category covers everything you need to know about starting your podcast, from ideation to recording your first episode. Learn the key elements to consider before launching and common mistakes to avoid.
26 Ingredients to Mix Into your Podcast
Sept. 28, 2015

26 Ingredients to Mix Into your Podcast

Are you trying to start a podcast but you can't seem to come up with something that is entirely new? Today we talk about how there are very few items that are entirely new. The iPod was just an upgrade of the Discman. The Dis...

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Get in Line to Grow Your Podcasting Audience
July 6, 2015

Get in Line to Grow Your Podcasting Audience

Podcast Rewind: Spreaker Live show with Rob Greenlee - My Appearance Darren Rowse from ProBlogger (now a podcast) on the New Rainmaker - Dareen started getting new listeners to his content less than 24 hours of launching his ...

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Cale Nelson Had a Sponsor Before He Had His First Podcast Recorded
June 29, 2015

Cale Nelson Had a Sponsor Before He Had His First Podcast Recorded

Group Coaching: Castermind Group Coaching I'm starting something new and I have room for three people. I may expand this in the future, but for now as I test this out there will be three people (four including me). We will me...

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Amy Schmittauer - Does the Work in a Savvy, Sexy, Social Way
March 16, 2015

Amy Schmittauer - Does the Work in a Savvy, Sexy, Social Way

Does it matter where you host your media if it's an actual media host? What is Amy Schmittaur behind the camera? What kind of downloads can I expect from my first pdocast episode? If my show is really bad, what can I expect?...

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Podcasting Stats - Lots and Lots of Podcasting Stats
March 9, 2015

Podcasting Stats - Lots and Lots of Podcasting Stats

Libsyn.com Podcasting Stats from 1.9 Billion to 2.6 Billion downloads 1.9 Billion in 2013 2.5 Billion in 2014 8 Million daily audience requests for podcast during the fourth quarter of 2014 Unique monthly audience members con...

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The Journey of Podcasting Starts with a Single Episode- Profitcast's The Real Brian
Feb. 16, 2015

The Journey of Podcasting Starts with a Single Episode- Profitcast's …

JOIN IN ON THE CONVERSATION 888-563-3228 Use the coupon code sop2015 to save $100 off at the New Media Expo go to https://www.schoolofpodcasting.com/nmx There are those who get into podcasting for the sole reason of making so...

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What to Do If You Can't Pick a Podcast Topic
Feb. 2, 2015

What to Do If You Can't Pick a Podcast Topic

Want to join in on the conversation? Call 888-563-3228 There are a few times in your life when you can say, "I don't know," and yet you still have to move forward. One is when you are in college. If you're not ready to declar...

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How To Podcast with Seven Kids in the House - 9 Years Of Experience
Dec. 22, 2014

How To Podcast with Seven Kids in the House - 9 Years Of Experience

Today we talk with John Wilkerson who has SEVEN children about HOW THE HECK DO YOU PODCAST WITH SEVEN KIDS IN THE HOUSE? John has been podcasting since 2005 and has lots of tips. We talk about the following topics: When do yo...

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More Audello Worries - Updating Feed questions
Nov. 3, 2014

More Audello Worries - Updating Feed questions

Today we have a fun toy from my audience, we discover new podcasts with Ben Kruger, as talk about more things to worry about when it comes to Audello, and I answer your questions about the School of Podcasting and changing yo...

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Zoom iQ5B - Podcasting is the Media - Podcast Uniqueness
Oct. 13, 2014

Zoom iQ5B - Podcasting is the Media - Podcast Uniqueness

Podcasters Are Taking Home Award - Because of my PodcastAmateur Traveler Podcast wins Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Award Chris Christensen is a winner in the 2014 Lowell Thomas Travel Journalism Competition, taking an Hon...

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Because of my Podcast - I'm the Director of Podcasting
Oct. 6, 2014

Because of my Podcast - I'm the Director of Podcasting

Do you feel that you podcasting may be too hard, or complicated? Do you feel that nobody would listen? Are you nervous? Maybe a little scared? Well today we are going to talk you off the ledge. It's Time To Get Uncomfortable ...

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The One Thing That's Stopping You From Podcasting
Sept. 1, 2014

The One Thing That's Stopping You From Podcasting

I have people who want to start podcasting and they have an idea of what to talk about, they have the money to buy equipment, but still they won't start podcasting. Today we talk about why, and what you can do to get over it....

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How Many Downloads Does it Take to Get You Booted off Your Web Host?
July 27, 2014

How Many Downloads Does it Take to Get You Booted off Your Web Host?

Some Podcasting Basics Are Worth Repeating In today's episode we talk about how I often revisit some concepts about podcasting. Today I get an email from a listener that points out that I repeat myself over and over. Looking ...

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Picking Your Podcast Topic - Age Limits in Podcasting?
July 13, 2014

Picking Your Podcast Topic - Age Limits in Podcasting?

I've heard it over and over, I want to podcast - I'm just not sure what I'm going to talk about. I recently went through Ray Edwards Rapid Writing Method (a great value) and if you've listened to the show you know I'm a big M...

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Your Podcast: Same Ingredients - Different Recipe
June 29, 2014

Your Podcast: Same Ingredients - Different Recipe

This podcast is the sharing of my opinion as well as what has shaped that opinion. I would love your feedback you can use my contact page, or call in your comments at 888-563-3228 If you're looking to start a podcast, join fe...

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Is Soundcloud A Legitimate Option for Podcasting?
May 26, 2014

Is Soundcloud A Legitimate Option for Podcasting?

Today we tackle the hype around soundcloud.com as a podcasting solution and compare it to some of the other top podcast media solutions that have been around. I apply my criteria, and see who makes it, and share my opinion on...

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Podfading - What Is it? What Causes It? How to Avoid it (or should you?)
May 4, 2014

Podfading - What Is it? What Causes It? How to Avoid it (or should yo…

Today we look at the topic of podfading. We are going to examine what it is, what are the top causes, and how to avoid - and ask if you should? We get help from Jim Collison , Ryan Parker , and Rev. Kenn Blanchard . Your Audi...

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Podcast Deadlines - Friend or Foe?
April 20, 2014

Podcast Deadlines - Friend or Foe?

Podcast Success Andrew Ferebee stated that his Knowledge for men podcast launched November 2013 and surpassed the 400,000 download mark this week. Podcast Spotlight The Small Business IT Show [2:49] Dexter was a student in my...

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Keith and the Girl Share Ultimate Podcasting Tips
Feb. 10, 2014

Keith and the Girl Share Ultimate Podcasting Tips

Today we interview podcast pioneers Keith and the Girl. They started out in a spare bedroom, but have always taken their podcast serious. They get to know their fans. They interact with their fans. They LISTEN to their fans (...

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What Does HOLY COW! Sound Like? – The Proper Podcast Launch Speed – Repost
Dec. 16, 2013

What Does HOLY COW! Sound Like? – The Proper Podcast Launch Speed – R…

Today we hear about a great podcast success story where Dustin Hartzler is now working for WordPress (Automcatic), John Lee Dumas of Entrepreneur on Fire explains how being in Time magazine was an honor, but didn’t move the n...

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You Have Something To Say – ATR2100 Shock Mount – Lessons From Podcast Awards
Nov. 4, 2013

You Have Something To Say – ATR2100 Shock Mount – Lessons From Podcas…

Do you have something to say? I bet you do. All you need is the courage to podcast and once I show you how easy it is, you will be ready go. I found a cool piece of gear for people using the Audio Technica 2100 microphone (a ...

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The Perfect Podcast Launch? – Podcast Chat – Say Thank You!
Oct. 28, 2013

The Perfect Podcast Launch? – Podcast Chat – Say Thank You!

In episode 379 we have a quick podcast success story, we talk about launching your podcast (and why it doesn’t have to be perfect), we hear about using MagicJack as a podcast voicemail system. We talk about what to expect whe...

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New And Noteworthy in Three Days – Free Royalty Free Music
Oct. 7, 2013

New And Noteworthy in Three Days – Free Royalty Free Music

Today we cover multiple topics. I’ve added timelines so you can jump to the section you want. We hear about podcasters who are getting nominated, be recognized as noteworthy, we mention the podcast awards, and answer you podc...

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Seismic Audio Slider Mixers Reviewed – Fair Use Revisited
Sept. 2, 2013

Seismic Audio Slider Mixers Reviewed – Fair Use Revisited

Today I share my thoughts on the Seismic Audio Mixer line, and we talk about last week’s episode when Dave slipped in some unlicensed music (SHAME ON ME). We also hear how everyone who records directly into their computer wil...

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