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Being Yourself Can Be Hard - But Worth It Jan 01, 2022

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Dave and Jim are back after a week off!.

We tweaked some things with the show. We've done away with the "shout out" section as it was getting a bit long. The definition of a Patron is "a person who gives financial or other support to a person, organization, cause, or activity" and the result of that patronage is you allow the artist (podcaster) to continue to do their art.

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The Ultimate Podcast Lightning Round (Replay) Dec 25, 2021

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Merry Christmas Everyone! This is a replay of episode 700 of the School of Podcasting titled, "Fifty Four Podcast Questions in Twenty Six Minutes." (along with some updates as that episode is from December 2019).

We will be back on January 1, 2022

Thanks to all of our supporters:

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QUESTIONS

Best Microphone Samson Q2u or ATR2100

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How many episodes should I launch with?

How do you record a phone call?

Skype Out or a Rodecaster Pro

(or Zoom Podtrak P4 - more affordable)

Best way to record skype?

free mp3 skype recorder (PC) Call Recorder (Mac)

Getting comfortable recording solo?

Can you make money with a podcast?

see the book Profit From Your Podcast

How do I get booked as a guest on other shows? (Interview Guide)

A Top mistake podcasters make?

Best use of a Zoom

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Are Podcasters Setting Themselves Up to Be Sued? Dec 18, 2021

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A recent article in The Verge about SiriusXM being sued by the National Association for the Deaf (NAD) and the Disability Rights Advocates (DRA) for failing to provide captioning and transcripts for “the vast majority” of its podcasts.

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Captivate Media Hosting

Libsyn Media Hosting

Streamyard

TOPICS
00:01:34 Sponsor: podcastbranding.co
00:02:49 Tascam Mixcast 4 Update
00:04:57 Mugshot:basedonatruestorypodcast.com
00:08:53 Back on the Rodecaster
00:10:55 Christina Gets Dirty
00:12:53 Deaf Lawsuit and Lawsuits
00:26:15 Podcasting 2.0
00:30:39 Teleprompter Software
00:34:21 Awesome SUpporters
00:38:00 60+ Age Folks and Podcasting
00:48:49 Spotify Bought Wooshkaa
00:54:46 Superchats
00:56:34 What are Superchats

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What's Up with YouTube and Podcasts? Dec 11, 2021

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Different shows are saying different things. Is it going to merge with Google podcasts? We play two clips and scratch our head together.

Tascam Mixcast 4 Update: Last week we had an unpleasant situation and I had a call with some Tascam representatives and they are shipping me a new one. I've not had any issues and I used it all week. It's a solid unit. Check out the Tascam Mixcast 4

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Tascam Mixcast 4

Podcast Guest Booking Scheduling Tools

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Shure SM7B
https://supportthisshow.com/sm7b

Elgato Facecam
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Before You Buy That Tascam Mixcast 4... Dec 04, 2021

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Welcome to the trainwreck (well, not really Jim kept the boat afloat). I'll keep you posted as I work with Tascam to if this is an operator error. At this point I'm 95% sure the Tascam Mixcast 4 is going back.

Today Dave is using some new gear (a Shure SM7B, and a Tascam Mixcast 4 after using the 90 day same as cash at Sweetwater). The Tascam ceased to function TWICE in a 90-minute recording.

We do a quick microphone comparison and answer some questions.

VIDEO VERSION

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TOPICS:

Shure SM7b Vs EV Re320

Demoing the Mixcast 4

Samson Q2U

How you can't stream live to OBS and record separate channels in the Tascam software, but this is somewhat the same deal on the Rodecaster Pro

Demo the reverb of the mixcast

15:00 Dave's favorite DAW is Hindenburg, and Jim uses Audacity

Demonstration of switches on Shure SM7B

24:30 Tips for running an intern program

Awesome Supporters

Jim's translation efforts

42: Places to Record Remote Interviews

Squadcast

Riverside

Cleanfeed

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What to do when you notice your podcast content isn't working anywhere Nov 27, 2021

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Today we start off with someone who has tried audio and now video, but their show isn't growing as fast as they would like. SPONSOR: Podcast Branding.co

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How Do I Shape My Podcast Idea Into Content That Inspires Engagement? Nov 20, 2021

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Today we are joined by Dave who wants to launch a show in December but needs a little feedback. We walk him through identifying his goals and audience.

We also talk about how the show might be changing in 2022.

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TOPICS:

01:08 Sponsor: PodcastBranding.co
02:18 Mugshot: Based On A True Story Podcast
03:40 Shaping a Podcast Idea
16:23 Media Host Thoughts
21:16 Listener Feedback
22:56 What Makes a Media Host Stand Out?
30:16 Awesome Supporters
33:11 Show Changes in 2022
47:17 Tascam Mixcast 4
48:58 Facebook Page vs Group

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Dave's Video on the Mv7

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How To Make Your Podcast Stand Out Nov 13, 2021

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Today we start by discussing how to make your podcast stand out and later talk promotion, website hosting, and "New Podcaster Syndrome."

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TOPICS

MENTIONED IN THIS PODCAST

podcastbranding.co

basedonatruestorypodcast.com

dogpodcastnetwork.com

How To Enable Your Podcast To Receive Crypto

Elgato Collapsible Green Screen

Elgato Key Lights

Elgato Stream Deck

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My Guest's Sound is Horrible Oct 30, 2021

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Quick Reminder No Show Next Week

Today we are asked about shipping microphones to guests who are (more than likely) going to sound band. We also talk about what exactly is a hobby podcaster, self-care, and more.

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Mentioned In This Episode

Jabra Evolve 40 Headset

The Grief Recovery Handbook

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TOPICS:

03:39 THANKS SIMON!
04:11 Tascam Feedback
11:06 Shipping Equipment to Guests
17:21 Rodcaster Pro on the Road
19:47 Explain How the Guest benefits
20:35 Adding Effects in Post Show
22:04 Cheap Headphones
23:10 Automatic Downloads in Apple
25:16 Tracking Your Time Can Crush You
27:18 Jim Recommends Headset
29:12 How Long From Idea to Promotion
32:06 Streamyard and Facebook
33:32 Awesome Supporters
37:54 Dave in Florida Next Week
40:29 Hobby Podcasters - Know Your Strengths
48:12 Take Care of Yourself
49:27 3 Things Every Podcaster Needs
53:09 The Importance of Sleep
55:01 1 Long or 2 Short Parts

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Is Fear of Rejection Stopping Your Podcast Oct 23, 2021

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Today I noticed a number of people asking questions that seemed fairly obvious. The common theme amongst these questions was the fear of rejection.

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TOPICS:

00:01:03 Sponsor: podcastbrnading.co
00:02:14 Mugshot: basedonatruestorypodcast.com
00:02:48 Fear of Rejection
00:09:20 Getting Your First Guest
00:10:38 Don't You Know Who I Am?
00:12:44 Bring Good Guests Back
00:15:09 Bad Pitches
00:18:52 Bad Episode Titles
00:19:33 Jim Tells on Himself
00:21:41 Speaking at Conferences
00:27:24 Check In As a Backup
00:30:41 Awesome Supporters
00:34:24 Rejection is Hard
00:35:26 Not Now
00:35:59 Awkward Conversations
00:39:37 Repetition Provides Opportunities to improve
00:42:18 Backup Co-hosts?
00:43:13 Recording in the Same Room
00:50:39 Interviews at a Conference
00:56:16 Holding a Microphone