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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.
68 Using Libsyn and Podpress
Jan. 2, 2007

68 Using Libsyn and Podpress

Dave gets some more feedback on shaping your image with a podcast (as some feel www.betterdave.com is not the right image for Dave), and he answers a question about using podpress ( www.mightyseek.com/podpress ) with Libsyn a...

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66 Common Validation Errors
Dec. 19, 2006

66 Common Validation Errors

Dave talks about common mistakes that you can make that willcause errors inyour RSS feed. SponsorOnline Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting.com Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast This was inspired by the Podcast B...

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61 Libsyn Pro Explained
Nov. 14, 2006

61 Libsyn Pro Explained

Dave explains his abscence last week, comments on some comments , and we get a "last 5 in 5" from Corey of the Twisted Pickle. If you are looking for custom bookmarks check out PsPrint (1000 bookmarks for 100.00) SponsorOnlin...

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54: Hey! Let's Start ANOTHER Podcast! - THINK FIRST
Sept. 18, 2006

54: Hey! Let's Start ANOTHER Podcast! - THINK FIRST

Dave has been track EXCATLY how long it takes to make a podcast. This includes: Researching storiesOrganzing show notes for recordingRecorind the PodcastEditing mp3 tagsUploading the mp3Creating the Show notes It turns out th...

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50 Enhancing Your Content with Music and Sound Effects
Aug. 21, 2006

50 Enhancing Your Content with Music and Sound Effects

Used appropriately, music and sound effects can really enhance your CONTENT. Dave shares his feelings as he has quit listening to some podcasts as they play "whacky" sound effects over and over (and they don't even tie in wit...

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46 My Feed Was Hijacked - Interactive Podcasts
July 25, 2006

46 My Feed Was Hijacked - Interactive Podcasts

Dave explains that after going on someone's show, THEIR podcast was inserted into his Musicians Cooler feed. They re-wrote (hijacked) his RSS file. He exaplains how he fixed it, and reminds everyone to pick good passwords, an...

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43: Podcast Awards - Is Your RSS Validated? SURPRISE!
July 6, 2006

43: Podcast Awards - Is Your RSS Validated? SURPRISE!

Dave gets notified about the Podcaster Awards and in checking eligibility discovers his RSS feed is NOT 100% valid. As the deadline is 7/15 you may want to get cracking on validating your feed, and alerting your listeners (th...

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Avoiding Cease and Desist Letters with Rich Palmer
May 28, 2006

Avoiding Cease and Desist Letters with Rich Palmer

Dave asks the question, "What are you using to stay organized?" as he had accidentally missplaced his interview with Rich Palmer of www.audiogumshoe.com the show is 19 minutes long (a little long, but an interesting story). R...

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30 Should I buy an iPod? - Getting Along in the Community
April 19, 2006

30 Should I buy an iPod? - Getting Along in the Community

In this 19 Minute show Dave talks the pros and cons of buying an ipod (as he bought one). He compares his 60G iPod to his Rio Carbon, and iRiver 899. You can check out Dave's iPod model HERE (amazon) iPod Pros:Lots of room Ve...

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28 Interview with Dan Kuykendall of PodPress
April 3, 2006

28 Interview with Dan Kuykendall of PodPress

This show features an interview with the maker of PodPress a really powerful (and easy to install) plugin for Wordpress. Check out this free video tutorial to see PodPress in action Win a Month Subscription to the School of P...

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13: PODSHOW is NOT the Devil
Dec. 19, 2005

13: PODSHOW is NOT the Devil

Length 12 Minutes Show notes at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Get 50% off your first month with coupon of "santa" Sites Mentioned www.podcastingnews.com www.podcastoptimization.com www.podcastoptimization.com www.podshow.com

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5 Free MP3 Tool - Focus on Recording
Nov. 8, 2005

5 Free MP3 Tool - Focus on Recording

Length: 6:30 The official podcast of the School of Podcasting In this issue we deliver some tips on how you can make your your podcast is "Skip free" as well as a free tool from Zortam to help you manage your MP3 files (ther...

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3: How Strong Is Your Bladder (Stupid Human Trick)
Oct. 24, 2005

3: How Strong Is Your Bladder (Stupid Human Trick)

Tip : "Broadcast Using Your Morning Voice" Resources Mentioned Crank City Music Resources added to "The School of Podcasting "More Directories addedTutorial on Troubleshooting Your RSSNew Web Host company feared toward Pod...

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2: Make Your Podcast a "MUST HEAR"
Oct. 19, 2005

2: Make Your Podcast a "MUST HEAR"

Look at your podcast from the listener's point of view. "r=Reverse Marketing." We also talk about FAB. Sites Mentioned www.switchpod.com (no longer exists) Podcasting Kits are now available as well. (again no longer) Submit a...

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1: First Podcasts Always Stink
Oct. 12, 2005

1: First Podcasts Always Stink

This is our first Podcast, and Dave explains a little about what to expect from the Official Podcast of the School of Podcasting the "Morning Announcements." Mentioned in this episode: Join the #1 Podcast Education Site - The...

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