Sun, 25 November 2007  Thanks to Becky of Podcastdesigns.com for putting together another great piece of Album Art for my latest Podcast "Logical Weight Loss Podcast." www.logicalloss.com (as a member of the School of Podcasting you get 50% the price at Podcast Designs ). Show number #114 Today I answer some questions from the School of Podcasting's Frequently Asked Podcasting Questions Area at www.schoolofpodcasting.com/help How do I contact someone for an interview? Most of my episodes are NOT showing up in iTunes? How do I make an RSS feed for Each Category? (Full Answer Here - New Window). Thanks to Danika from http://www.tribshow.net/ and Mark from www.a1artistspotlight.com for the questions. Are you looking to start your own podcast? Come check out our step by step tutorials RISK FREE at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Comments[4] |
Mon, 19 November 2007 In this episode I have input from a listener on how to stop robots ("bots" ) from spamming your phpbb forum for your listeners. We also have an open in invite from George of the oneminutehowto.com for anyone looing for exposure for your podcast. I also talk about dealing with negative comments (and how not to lose your mind). Simon has a forum at http://homedad.org.uk/forum/ where he was getting hit by a spambot about every 20 minutes 24/7 Yikes. Heard about this site "Projeckt Spambot" at http://www.beehave.de/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1400 which is a site that will spam you and then tell you how to set up your forum so that it can't. Simon inplemented an "Anti Bot Question" which you can find out at He hasn't had any spam since. Check out Simon Windisch of Shed Music at http://www.shedmusicuk.com/songs.htm George from www.oneminutehowto.com is always looking for a co-host. 1,600 listeners a day! When dealing with negative comments, remember that the worst, and the best, reviews are typically not accurate. Look for the comments in the middle. If you would like to start your own podcast head over to www.schoolofpodcasting.com or if you'd like me to "get you up and going fast" check out www.podcastfastpas.com PROMO: Logical Weight Loss Podcast at www.logicalloss.com - A no-nonsense appraoch to weight loss.
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Sun, 11 November 2007  Today in show #112 I provide some insights into getting sponsors that I have found on my own. 1. Find an advertiser that fits your niche. In my case I found two products that I like and I use. There is no "stretch." These advertisers fit like a glove. 2. I did not lead with the word "podcast." I called it an Internet Radio Show. 3. I provided a sample report from podtrac.com for one of my podcasts. 4. There are many things you can use in negotiation. These include adding a banner on your site, having them generate coupons (to track sales), track the number of clicks to their site (to help calculate ROI); they could set up their product under a different paypal option to track sales. (I use a program called "Cloak and Tracker") The bad news is when I did a google search for "Podcast CPM" I saw number from $30 - $50 (that’s per 1,000 downloads). Let's go "best case scenario" if you had 20,000 downloads per show. If you charged $50 CPM, that is $4,000 per month (if you produced 4 shows per month). Another Way to Make Money with Your Podcast 2. You can have a membership area with additional shows, behind the scenes, forum boards and more. Some membership software scripts include: Interlogy Profile Manager (new window) is an interesting program. Very easy to install. You can use it for free, but if you want to charge for memberships, its $200. (One time fee). Easy Member Pro (New Window) Download Guard (new window) Amember
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Sun, 4 November 2007  OK, today I'm a little loopy. I spent the night in the emergency room (with ym girlfriend -she's fine), and in today's interview with Lessa Barnes I'm loopy as it was the end of Day 3 of the New Media Expo (and we were sleep deprived). We giggle our way through the interview (with some edits due to background noise). The bottom line is this seems like a really good book. The more I read the more I like. Buy the book at Amazon.com or for more information and to read Leesa's blog about Podcasting (and free samples of the book) check out lessabarnes.com (new window). Her site features free chatpers, as well as links to all her blogs and more.
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Sun, 28 October 2007  BIG NEWS Yes you can save $50 by spending $20. Keep in mind that you can sign up and cancel your subscription anytime. ON TODAY'S SHOW For more information go to www.historyaccordingtobob.com Comments[2] |
Mon, 22 October 2007  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 friends to help plan your podcasting schedule around THEM (not the other way around). Then you need to take advantage of the time when you can get some time in front of the mic. SITES and ITEMS Mentioned Zoom H2 Portable Recorder ($199) "All things Dave" www.personalpodcastcoach.com I'm the Media www.imthemedia.com |
Mon, 15 October 2007  Today I talk with Fred Castenada of www.strugglingentrepreneur.com and www.gaincontrolofyourday.com about the differences between Podcamp and The New Media Expo (Fred has been to both). We also learn about his two Podcasts and how he is promoting them. Fred talks about how easy it is to share your information and get great information at Podcamps. This interview was recorded using a Zoom H2. Other Items Mentioned
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Sun, 7 October 2007 I give me insights into the expo. We give away the Behringer Podcast Studio Podcasting Package to Arthur Vanderbuilt (congrats and thanks for being a member). Reflections from the Expo Coolest Piece of Technology (for Schools at least) Best Night Out on the Town LAST 5 in 5 According to the Podcastjunky UK I am the 9th most recognizable voice in Podcasting. I talk about this in my blog at http://davidjackson.org/2007/10/04/im-the-9th-most-recognized-voice-in-podcasting/ Comments[9] |
Sun, 23 September 2007  Are you going to the New Media Expo this week? I am. You can meet me outside ballroom A on Friday at 4:30ish. Here are some Tips for the Expo 8. Write on the business cards who you have an have not contacted. BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL. Get 20% off at the School of Podcasting by using the coupon code " bts " when you sign up now through October 8th. Sites Mentioned: Support This Show
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Sun, 16 September 2007  Get 20% off your membership at the School of Podcasting using the coupon code bts when you sign up at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Today we interview George Hrab from www.geologicpodcast.com a very creative podcast. George produces 15 different types of segments that he then uses to assemble his podcast. While you may not be able to pull off as many voices as George, this "pieces parts" approach to podcasting may make creating your podcast easier. Meet me at the Expo at Friday at 4:15ish in front of Ballroom A We are giving away a Podcast Studio USB from Behringer to a member in October. Sites Mentioned: Comments[10] |
Mon, 10 September 2007  It's Back to School of and you can save 20% off your membership at the School of Podcasting (thorugh 10/1) when you use the coupon " bts " (short for back to school). Membership has its privledges as we will give away a Podcast Studio USB from Behringer to a member in October. Special thanks for Dave Gardner of www.ratcastradio.com and www.inlinehockeypodcast.com for the review of the Zoom H2 ($199 at Same Day Music and no TAX). Dave gives it 5 hockey pucks out of 5. Also Members of the School of Podcasting we are having some great times at our roundtables. Recently Fred from www.strugglingentrepreneur.com interviewed Tim from www.sleddogpodcast.com so we are doing more than just Q&A. Comments[8] |
Mon, 3 September 2007  In today's show I play around a bit with the Zoom H4 recorder. I mention that there are 3 setting for volume. You can adjust many increments in addition to those three. I mention that if you have an issue with finding a quiet area, you already do. It's called YOUR CAR. I like the Zoom H4, I like its size, its battery, and the ability to record from XLR and 1/4." It has built in compressors and automatic recording level. I compare it to the Marantz MD660. The Zoom H4 doubles as a portable recorder AND a USB interface for recording. It also has a built in 4track recorder (great for musicians working on songs). The Zoom H4 is roughly $300. The Marantz MD660 is closer to $600 Last 5 in 5 From Brian and www.dimacast.com Blowing Smoke (google could not find this pdcast) Accidental Creative Today in iPhone The Rogues Gallery Podholes Intro from Big Al Wagner of www.projectstudionetwork.com one of my favroite podcasts. Other sites Mentioned Comments[2] |
Sun, 26 August 2007  Today I am looking at the Behringer USB Podcast Studio. This retails for $100 and it comes with everything you need to start podcasting (cables, mic, software, etc). This is geared towards the (in my opinion) single podcaster. You can connect more than one microphone to this, but there is only one XLR input (so you will need quarter inch cable converters, etc for mic number 2 - if you have more than one person "in studio"). Here is what I liked about it: What I wish would change about the product. Other Things to Consider: Bottom Line on Unit: Check out the Podcaststudio an SAME DAY MUSIC or they have a Firewire version (built a bit more for two people, and has a condensor microphone). If you are interested in what I'm using check out www.schoolofpodcasting.com/tools Brian Mundy from www.dimacast.com asked if Dave is rady for the Expo. (I'm not, but I do have my business cards ready). He mentioned how people "Podpause" and this can annoy listeners. Why not make a show that says "I'm working on it" to keep people involved. I've sent an email to Geoff Smith saying he should write a song saying "I'll be back" and we all could play it when we need to podpause. If you're involved with marketing and/or digital imaging check out www.dimacast.com Comments[11] |
Sun, 19 August 2007 Today I exposure my mistake using voiceemotion.com to record Kevin Bromber from Nowlive.com so instead of embarrassing myself, (and the fact that Skype broke down), I used my "recount" of the interview with Kevin. We also get a last 5 in 5, and I announce some future shows. Opening From Gary of www.podcastpickle.com LAST 5 IN 5 Courtesy of Fred Castaneda http://folkloricomusicdance.blogspot.com www.strugglingentrepreneur.com 1. The Morning Announcements Dave Talks About his conversation with Kevin Bromber The CEO and founder of www.nowlive.com (this was lost due to operator error). A new service that you can use that (as a Marquee user ) you can get high quality phone calls recorded (pricing on a case by case basis). Of course, I could avoid all of this by using (you guessed it www.nowlive.com ) Other Sites Mentioned Coming in Future Shows: Comments[2] |
Mon, 13 August 2007  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 Podcast Input Last 5 in 5 Other Sites Mentioned Comments[9] |
Mon, 6 August 2007 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 Podcasts We talk about how to keep things organzied so you don't let content slip through your fingers (and miss making it on to your podcast). We hear a promo for www.bestoftheworstpodcast.com I also talk about how easy it is to use www.polldaddy.com We then get a DUO of Last 5 in 5's (what were the last 5 podcasts you listened to, and tell us in less than 5 minutes). Dan from Journey Inside My Mind www.jimmpodcast.com had these: Rich from www.audiogumshoe.com had these: Amp New Music Weekly http://amped.libsyn.com/
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Sun, 29 July 2007  The great thing about podcasting is its getting big enough for companies to start building tools for podcasters. Today we look at the Audio Lite system from Gigavox (the makers of the Levelator). www.gigavox.com You can record your podcast in segements. Then (if needed) you can update certain segments (like an advertiser spot) in the current AND PAST podcasts. I'm using this not for advertisers, but for a non-profit (my church). Instead of having advertising spots rotate in and out, we use it for our calendar, and prayer concerns (items that chance from week to week). This way people are up to date with the latest news (no matter what episode they listen to). In reality your podcast can be evergreen. The information can be updated in past shows. The good news is its free to use. Take some time to think about it and how you want your podcast to go from section to section. I love it. Oh yeah. IT's FREE. The "bad" news is it doesn't work with Libsyn (it does with the more expensive Libsyn Pro). So I looked at some different web hosts that had unlimited bandwidth (like Midphase.com ) and ended up with Dreamhost.com (as they increase your storage and bandwidth the longer you stay on their system). I will keep you in the loop as we move forward. LAST 5 IN 5 From Tim Dewey of the Sled Dog Podcast For Immediate Release School of Podcasting Students Only Sales Roundup Podcast Cold Calling Podcast The Hunt Cast Other Sites Mentioned School of Podcasting. Learn how to podcast RISK FREE at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Comments[8] |
Sun, 22 July 2007 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 how many people used the link shownotes.schoolofpodcasting.com and since April 100 people have used that link (which typically is not in print like today, but only heard in the podcast). So people ARE going to links they listen to. Sending Your Podcast to a Phone
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Sun, 15 July 2007  Today we talk about what a double ender is, and some tips on recording them. We also talk about the newdirectory I've added at Also mentioned: www.box.netComments[10] |
Tue, 10 July 2007  In the episode we interview Paul Colligan of www.paulcolligan.com who has created a new Premium Podcast Solution that you can find at www.onetoonepodcasting.com This solution has three difference levels (including free), that allows you to have a private podcast, sell your podcast, sell a digital product, have an affilaite program, and and and .. (it does everything). It lets you podcast differently. I've had people ask how do to do certain things in podcasting in the past and there wasn't a solution - now there is. You can save 15% off FOR LIFE using the coupon code sop121 if you want the pro version. You need to sign up by August 1st, 2007. You can save 15% off FOR LIFE using the coupon code sop121v if you want the viral version. You need to sign up by August 1st, 2007. (So don't be tardy). If you want to see www.onetoonepodcasting.com in action check out www.askpaulcolligan.com Dave mentions that we wil have a drawing at the end of the month for School of Podcasting members, and listeners who had added The Morning Announcements to their favorites at Podcast Pickle.
Winners receive "Dog pack 3" from www.sounddogs.com Lastly, Dave recently launched a new graphic based directory at www.learntosubscribe.com/podcast (you can use a free video at www.learntosubscribe.com/linktous.htm ) members of the School of Podcasting get 20 free clicks. For a complete list of bonus for members of the School of Podcasting click here Comments[2] |
Mon, 2 July 2007  Is there ONE thing that you can do to bring a giant number of listeners? Probably not, but the key values are the same - find out where your listeners hang out and get some information to them. "You need to move to where the food is..." We are giving away "Dog Pack #3" from www.sounddogs.com to a School of Podcasting Listener who puts the School of Podcasting as a favorite at www.podcastpickle.com (members are already entered). Voicemail from Daniel Johnson of www.jimmpodcast.com Getting Ready For the Expo
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Sun, 24 June 2007  I've started my own hosting company at www.coolerwebsites.com and have created some packages geared towards podcasters who are looking to host their files at Libsyn, and have a Wordpress Blog on their own site. Are you ready? It's only $1.99 a month and you have more than enough space to host your blog. BUT WAIT THERE IS MORE. School of Podcasting Members can get an additional 20% off (login to get coupon). Affordable Royalty Free Jazz Music Podcast Pickle Favorites Copy Cats Comments[5] |
Mon, 18 June 2007  Members of the School of Podcasting have another discount to take advantage of from studiocutz.com on their Podcaster Toolkit DVD. Members get 15% (25 bucks!) off using a coupon code found inside the members area (and yes you could sign up for a one day pass (5 bucks) get the coupon code and come out 20 bucks ahead of the game. The sales runs through mid July. Opening by Steve from www.geekcred.net Recommended Product www.trykall8.com Never Worry About Losing Your Voicemail Number due to lack of calls. Johnathan Waltz had his podcast mentioned in a Blog about his powerscripting podcast (http://powerscripting.wordpress.com/ ). Realize that your podcast could be mentioned by anyone and your audience could explode. This is why you need a host for your podcast that offers unlimited bandwidth. That way no matter how popular your podcast is, you NEVER have to worry about bandwidth. I suggest www.uselibsyn.com (the service I use for the SOP). Vince from the B Movie Podcast (www.bmoviecast.com ) answers the question "I'm sure glad I started podcasting because I enjoy talking about the thing I love which is B-movies and cult movies. I like sharing with and finding like minding people to talk to on the subject. I have met a lot of cool people by listening to similar Podcasts on the subject. I met two guys from the Mondo Movie podcast by interacting acting with there podcast. We went on a vacation to Europe in May and I got to meet them in London at a pub and talk for hours. How cool is that. It doesn't get much better than that." - People may be "mashing" your RSS feed in the future so be sure to keep announcing what your podcast is, where they can find more, and how to contact you. Podshow has channels, and Yahoo has Pipes (http://pipes.yahoo.com/pipes/ ) These allow multiple RSS feeds to be combined into one. Comments[7] |
Sun, 10 June 2007 Join us as we interview "Ringmaster Greg" from the Dancing With Elephants Podcast (http://www.dwithe.com ) about the contest that involved cross promotion with other podcasters to help give away an ipod shuffle. In the end their listener numbers went up, but was it worth it? Listen an find out. Last 5 in 5 car talk NPR Mac Cast Daily Giz WIz Dr Floyd Get your domain name for $6.95 using the coupon code cooler3 when you check out at www.godaddy.com Need a host for your blog? Check out www.coolerwebsites.com Comments[0] |
Sun, 3 June 2007 I am looking for answers to the question: I couldn't have done ___ if it was for podcasting. Or I sure am glad I started podcasting because _______
I talk with Ram Krishnan of www.castmetrix.com which is a company that allows you to gnerate dynamic content. For example I will be at he expo this year. I could put a segment into the system, and then after the expo, I could change that segment to talk about where people can download my presentation. The castmetrix.com system generates the file based on criteria that you set. For more information go to www.castmetrix.com Check out the new "Step by step" Podcast tutorials at www.schoolofpdocasting.com
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Mon, 28 May 2007 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 hear a "DJ" voice. We talk about forum spam. One way to cut down on spam is to require approval of all new members. George from the www.oneminutehowto.com podcast explains he finally wrote a program to stop spam on his website. I also mention how I've started a "Step by Step" section at the School of Podcasting with my recommended software program, hosting solutions, etc. If you are looking for a quick way to start podcasting, the School of Podcasting is a great solution. www.schoolofpodcasting.com Dave explains that Mixcraft from Acoustica is his recommended "Multi-track" podcasting software. Comments[4] |
Sun, 20 May 2007 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 anyone know a WYSIWYG theme editor for worpdress?" Affiliate link of the Month: www.trykall8.com Don't lose sleep worring if your voicemail number will be lost, it's only 2 bucks a month and .06 a minute and you never have to worry about losing your podcast vociemail number again. Sites and products mentioned: Cooler Websites www.coolerwebsites.com Start your podcast today at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Comments[3] |
Sun, 13 May 2007  Today I talk about some experiments I've done promoting my podcast. I also talk about some of the results I've done by finding a tool thats fits your listeners - in my case it was bookmarks promoting m podcast to college students - and how effective it can be. HOWEVER, I think that one of the reasons I have seen a rise in my listeners is due to my episdoe headlines. If you just put "your podcast name #12 " that doesn't entice people to listen. Make it easier for your listener by giving them a clue as to what is in your latest show. Today's affilaite link is www.trykall8.com get your own toll free number for $2 a month and only .06 a minute. Make it easy for your listeners to call, and never woory about losing your voicemail number again. If you would like to start your own podcast, check us out at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Comments[7] |
Sun, 6 May 2007  Did you know that if you don't use your k7.net phone number in 30 days it will go away? Well here is a way to never worry about losing your voicemail. Check out www.trykall8.com where you can get a toll free number for $2 a month (plus .06 a call for each minute). No matter if people call or not, you will not lose your phone number. Always looking for shw intros "This is __ from the ___ and you're listneing to the School of Podcasting's morning announcements. Looking for a cheap hosting? Check out http://www.coolerwebpages.com/ (SOP members get %25 off the already low price). Dave talks about a poll he was doing on another non-podcast related site. The results: Have you listened to a Podcast? Comments from Laura of www.mbaworkinggirl.com really liked the tutorial at www.learntosubscribe.com (You can link to this at this page http://www.learntosubscribe.com/linktous.htm ) Podcast Reviews Websites New Portable Recorder Coming the Zoom H2 Other Sites Mentioned Comments[8] |
Sun, 29 April 2007  In this podcast we throw out some podcast promotion tips, why "hard sell" podcasts are stupid, and some new free services for podcasters. TIMELINE: 1:30 Feedback from Taylor Marek about a promtion that was being run by Dancing With Elephants (www.dwithe.com ) full details about promotion can be found HERE 4:48 Giving away an ipod Shuffle.
5:50 Feedback on the "Graffitti tip" from Mark Anderson 9:50 Other Podcast Promotion Ideas. 10:25 Find your podcast in the iTune directory and play with "also subscribe to this podcast."
12:19 www.trypersony.com a great way to collaborate online and NO SOFTWARE TO LOAD, NO monthly fees, NO huge sticker price. Try it for free at www.trypersony.com
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Sun, 22 April 2007  Dave gets some listener feedback from Chris at amateurtraveler.com and Paul from technobabelshow.com I was reading a book about marketing a musical group and it mentioned using chalk to promote your band. Would this work for podcasters? Find where your taget market goes and write your website in front of the entrance? Is this a great first impression? Get your own domain name for 6.95 a years using the coupon code cooler3 or 10% off using cooler1 SPONSOR Last 5 in 5 from Mark at podsquod.com Other sites mentioned Comments[2] |
Sun, 8 April 2007  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 the podcaster is reading a book. Most podcasts are one side of a two-way, time-shifted, conversation. Do you read what you are going to say when you call your Mom? Instead, map out your ideas on note cards, or use software like Microsoft Word, or notepad, to make bullet points. This enables you to create the free flowing, natural sounding conversation based on the bullet point. If you are looking for more interaction with your podcast, check out Six Pixels of the Separation podcast at http://www.twistimage.com/blog/ LAST 5 IN 5 Featuring Michael Butler of the Rock and Roll Geek Show Evel Genious Chronicles www.evilgeniuschronicles.org Check out Michael Butler's Rock and Roll Geek show at www.rockandrollgeek.com Persony Has taken the bite out of online meetings. Harness the power of online meetings WITHOUT the monthly fees. Try it free at www.trypersony.com Check out our 100s of resources and hours of tutorials to help you launch your podcast (along with Dave as your personal Podcast coach) at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Comments[0] |
Sun, 1 April 2007 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 includes: Doing Transistions Between Topics: When you just stop music, it jars the listener. You want the transition to signal something new is now on board. If you are looking for theme music check out http://music.podshow.com and do a search for the word themes, beats, etc
Dave explains the jibberish issue when it comes to looking at an XML file. The reason you should do some sort of introduction to your pdocast is for the Apple iPod Shuffle users. Even if you don't care about shuffle users, its beneficial for the lsitener. Its all about the listener. Special thanks to Laura Adam of the MBA Working Girl podcast at www.mbaworkinggirl.com Music from the Podsafe Music Network Comments[13] |
Sun, 25 March 2007 In this episode I talk about a couple of nightmares I've run across including: My RSS feed in iTunes somehow got changed to http://s (podpress maybe? I'm not sure...). I had to change my RSS feed in iTunes To change this you need to (accorsing to Apple's Forums): If you don’t know how to return an HTTP 301, you can use the <itunes:new-feed-url> tag described in the iTunes RSS Tags section below. The tag will cause the iTunes music store to be updated with the new feed URL, but it will not inform iTunes clients of the new location. You may choose to include an audio note in your podcast, informing your subscribers that your podcast has changed locations. After adding the tag, be sure to keep your feed running at the old URL for at least 48 hours. Then later I did a somewhat time sensitive announcement only to have feedburner fail to update my feed. Lesson Learned: Never fail to occasionally go back and experience your podcast through the eyes (and mouse) of a new subscriber. Double check your feed(s). LAST 5 IN 5 from Canis Lupus of http://bandtrax.podshow.com/ Ask a Ninja http://www.askaninja.com/ Other Sites Mentioned: Podcast Secrets www.secretswithdave.com Coupon PC916 Sponsor: Go to Meeting Promo: Comments[6] |
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* Exactly 8 reasons why Podcasting brings them, and can bring you, a critical business (and profit) advantage. * 7 secrets to producing profitable Podcasting content in the fastest possible time. * 9 marketing channels for the Podcasters ... and how to leverage each one. * The 6-Step Podcast Monetization Roadmap * How to part-the-curtain on the listening habits of your audience, and leverage that knowledge to produce profitable audience action. * At least 5 things, you can implement today that will integrate your Podcast content into your business structure ... and how to see results almost instantly. * 7 steps to getting your Podcast audience to take the very actions you want them to take. For more information see www.secretswithdave.com and use the coupon code PC916 to get 79 OFF the price. If you can't attend, you will receive the call via podcast the next day. BONUS QUESTION - DOWNLOAD IT HERE
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Sun, 11 March 2007  WARNING - This show contains clips of Keith and the Girl (and are NOT worksafe). Dave continues his talk that was started by people passing information about Podshow.com that was false. This week will be the final word from me on this. Some people still don't understand the concept of specifics reasons by throwing out inuendo and hearsay. Here are some of the things we've learned: When you are making a point, credability can be ruined with one wrong word. Some people thing Podshow is elitest because of their bumper. While I do not personally find this an elitest action - some listeners brought this up. Comunication has always been very subjective. One person was upset becuase he couldn't get a return phone call. Again, I can see where this person was upset. Keith And The Girl Had These Issues Some lessons learned: Don't podcast angry as you may say things you regret later. If you are making a serious point, make some note cards and save your crediability. Dave apologizes for slighting the other podcasting networks. It's true, I can admit when I'm wrong. Dave explains whe he thinks happens when you use the podshow player. It does work, although it may be slow.
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Mon, 5 March 2007 Hello, What a day I've had. We can add a fourth thing that you shouldn't talk about at work: Religion, Politics, Abortion and PODSHOW. However, this was the reason I HAD to bring this up (I'm taking a cultural diversity class, and I've seen such bias against podshow that I thought I had to clear the air a bit). However, I did a podcast off the top of my head, with no notes and in doing so - looked like a hypocryte (as I was saying to check facts). So let me add a bit to me previous audio show.
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Sun, 4 March 2007  I change format today because I have a serious point to make. If we are the NEW MEDIA, we have the RESPONSIBILITY to RECOGNIZE that the Microphone has POWER. Here are some key points from my rant. BIG MEDIA wants us to fight amongst ourselves. Podcasting has enough competition from other meida sources, so why make one of our competitors "other podcasters." You can say negative things about other people in the community, but you better be willing to explain why and prove it. As a reporter, as part of the NEW media, it is still YOUR responsibility to present the FACTS. I use the example of recent accusations thrown at Podshow. As I have a show on in the Podshow network (this one is not by MY choice), I wanted to dispell some of the rumors about Podshow. YOU THE MEDIA (from Paul Coligan's Book "the Business Podcasting Bible). If we are going to accept that role, we need to also accept that responsibility. Shame on you Keith. Sponsor Online Meetings Made Easy with www.gotomeeting.com Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast Comments[19] |
Sun, 25 February 2007  Dave follows up on last week's show with some tips from Don Lewis of http://www.thebigbreakpodcast.com/ and Sallie from www.author-izer.com as we try to remove hum from a non-skype call. Dave is using a Ground-Loop Isolator Dave got a free subscription to Website Magazine. They have some interesting articles on blogging for money, website promotion and more. The best thing is you can read it online, or have it deleivered free to your door. To get your subscription go to www.schoolofpodcasting.com/websitemagazine One of the resources I found in the above magazine is Traffic Swarm. While I'm not crazy about sites like these, I will say I have received a small bump in traffic to my site. So if I have to put up with an annoying start page, I can deal with that. Dave also talk about the closing of www.podcastcharts.com a podcast directory he started a while ago, but it had been hacked, and had multiple issues over the years. He now has www.podcastclicks.com as a cross promotion tool for podcasters only. OUR POLL: VOICE YOUR OPINION: TAKE THE POLL OUR SPONSOR Online Meetings Made Easy with www.gotomeeting.com Try it Free for 45 days use Promo Code Podcast Comments[12] |
Sun, 18 February 2007  Dave talks about the $270 he spent on an Inline Patch from JK Audio a few years ago has not produced better results than the $25 a year he pays for SkypeOut Dave also has tried 2 FM transmitters for either the iPod or a portable player. The Griffin transmitter for the iPod had no volume control, and it was really quiet. This results in your cranking up your volume in your car. In the end, it was noisey, and not a great solution.
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Mon, 12 February 2007 Dave continues on with a few other mistakes that Podcasters may be making: 1. SHOW ME THE MONEY- The person who doesn't even have a podcast topic, but knows he can sell it. Get your audience first, then monetize it. Paul Colligan has a great book - The Business Podcasting Bible - about it. 2. Not reporting their music to the Podsage Music Network. I have a brand new show I'm testing. I've told one other person, and the musician that I played. I ended up with 5 listens. Keep in mind that a musician may alert their fan list that they are being played (and send their listeners to your podcast). However, if you don't report it they won't know to alert their fans. 3. Failure to Cross Promote. Sometimes we get nervous networking with people that are too much like our podcast. We fear that they may steal our audience. Keep in mind if you are putting out great content, their audience should like you. Also keep in mind there are seven days in a week. This leaves lots of time for the listener to listen to their podcast and yours. 4. Miss networking opportunites. I use www.technorati.com after reading the book by Jason Van Orden Promoting Your Podcast I put some code from technorati and now I can see who is linking or bloggin about me. Sponsor Other Sites Mentioned: Open Stacks Anna Farmery at www.podcastfreq.com Disciples with Microphones Who is linking to this blog? Find out Here Comments[3] |
Wed, 7 February 2007  Dave talks about some common podcasting mistakes these include: Making your first impression by apologizing for not putting out a show. Remember there are lots of new listeners on the way (so why not do this at the end if you need to). People assume that people have heard Part 1 of an interview so they (literally) start the podcast with some opening music, and then (with no setup) go right back to the interview (so a new listener has no clue what they've walked in on). Volume on conference calls seems to be an issue. I realzie that you have no control over this when you are on the call, but you do have some control over the volume of the podcast. Check out the Levelator at www.gigavox.com
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Tue, 6 February 2007 Just a reminder to all Members of the School of Podcasting, tonight is our big "Podcaster Roundtable." For more information, login to your account at www.schoolofpodcasting.com and click on the banner at the top of the screen. The call will be recorded if you can't attend. I will be showing some fun tools for show prep, and a way to organize your information so that you never run out of information for your show. -Dave Category: podcasts -- posted at: 6:27 AM Comments[1] |
Sun, 28 January 2007  In this podcast I answer one of the most frequently asked quesitons. "What is RSS, and why do I get jibberish when I click this orange thing?" Dave also assigns some "homework." LAST 5 IN 5 From John of The M Show (www.themshow.com ) Barack Obama Us Senator for Illinois Rumor Girls Accident Hash Radio Adventures of Dr Floyd Kamakaze Comic Book Podcast (Fanboy?) Don't forget the Podcast Pickle contest starts February 1st! Comments[1] |
Sun, 21 January 2007  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 this bookmark. He did some research and found that you can have full color bookmarks create 500 bookmarks for 60.00 (see psprint.com ) or 1000 bookmarks for 94.00 (see brochures.com ) and if your target audience is college students - then I feel this is a decent form of promotion. Sponsor Last 5 in 5 From Steve at www.lifespringpodcast.com Griddlecakes Radio www.griddlecakes.com Sites Mentioned: School of Podcasting www.scholofpodcasting.com Comments[8] |
Mon, 15 January 2007  Dave talks about cross promotion, different samplg rates, and how he records a skype call. Special thanks to Jeff Lamb of www.buffalodick.tv for the awesome promo and testimonial. Sponsor Comments[4] |
Mon, 8 January 2007 Dave talks about how easy it is (and free) to cross promote your podcast. This is helped by networking with other podcasters who have similar podcasts. I play a quick promo I did for the Daily Source Code, I then turned around and used the same set up and ending and substituted a personalized greeting for each podcaster. It worked. While cross promotion may not get you 100 listeners overnight, it will help with your branding online. Thanks to Heather Vale of Success Unwrapped for our intro. Check her out at http://www.successunwrapped.com Sponsor Last 5 in 5 Couresty of the Bucket Podcast (www.bucketpodcast.com ) 1. The Godess and Banana www.bgaffair.com ITEMS MENTIONED Comments[3] |
Tue, 2 January 2007 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 and how to get the URL into WordPress. Sponsor P.S. I realize this episode breaks format a bit. I am away from my typical system, and do not have access (but I think this episode is fine anyway - even if it doesn't let you know its episode 68) Comments[5] |
Tue, 26 December 2006  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 will Google you. He mentions a few of his favorite storytelling podcasts including The Bitterest Pill and Digital Flotsam Sponsor Last 5 in 5 From Mike Wills of http://newmusictoday.net Other Sites Mentioned School of Podcasting End of Year Bonanza Comments[2] |
Mon, 18 December 2006 Dave talks about common mistakes that you can make that willcause errors inyour RSS feed. Sponsor This was inspired by the Podcast Brothers www.podcastbrothers.com show where they talked about a feed reader having issues with their feed. You can see a table of code to put display characters without causing errors. http://www.w3schools.com/tags/ref_entities.aspYou can check your feed validation at www.feedvalidator.org Dave also reminds all podcasters to report their songs at the Podsafe Music Network When looking at your playlist, click the "show playlist history" option at the bottom of the list. Be sure to report your songs. The musicians will thank you for it. LAST 5 IN 5 by Cali Lewis of www.geekbrif.tv Check out the School of Podcasting with its hundreds of resources and hours of tutorials. www.schoolofpodcasting.com Dave's favorite Podcast Host is Libsyn Comments[3] |
Mon, 11 December 2006 Dave provides the results from last week's poll, a promtional Post Card Tool along with a podcasting idea. The One Minute How To Podcast Dead Science Podcast Voice Over Work From Scott Fletcher Sponsor
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