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Better Podcasting #045 - Explicit vs Clean Podcasting Sep 14, 2016

Show notes

During this episode SP and Stephen discuss the pros and cons of both Explicit and Clean Podcasting. We discuss some considerations you may have before you pull the trigger and some methods on deciding which might save you some editing time later. In the Better Podcasting Download, we discuss the IAB Podcast Metrics September 2016 document, some of our favorite parts and how it affects you as a hobby podcaster. Finally, we take some listener feedback in Better Podback.

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Friday, September 9, 2016 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Audio Time Codes: 1:30 - SJ and SP's reactions to iPhone 7 3.5mm jack removal and podcasters 4:50 - Audio-Technica AT2005 Microphone Give Away Details 9:20 - Start of segment on Explicit vs Clean Podcasting 11:50 - We discuss the technical definition of Explicit Podcasting 13:30 - Stephen shares an example of a specific word that is explicit in English but not French 16:15 - How your video could be deemed explicit as well 17:00 - SP discusses some other places that help guide what is explicit podcasting 17:45 - We explain why Apple won't give a direct definition of explicit 19:00 - If you are explicit, you may not be able to reach certain countries 22:30 - SP shares his problems with converting a formerly explicit podcast to a clean podcast feed 25:45 - Stephen recommends converting yourself if you have a clean podcast (rather than bleeping) 27:00 - Some reasons why you may want to have an explicit podcast 34:00 - If you are going to censor, it doesn't have to be just a beep 36:23 - Start of Better Podcasting Download on IAB Metrics September 2016 38:45 - Who is part of the IAB? 41:30 - Apple still has a large piece of the podcast pie, Stephen explains why this is a problem 59:00 - Better Podback

Better Podcasting #044 - We've Been Hacked Sep 07, 2016

Show notes

We kick off the show this week discussing the details of being a victim of a security hack/compromise and the resulting annoyance that followed suit. If you run a website or self-host, we've got some advice on how you can keep yourself safe and prepared.

There's a jam-packed Better Podcasting Download(s) section where we discuss PowerPress's recent article about podcasting downloads vs streams and how you can make sure to best capture your audience. Other topics include how Texas A&M is partnering with DMR/Interactive to launch a podcast and how similarly Adweek.com has determined whether or not celebrities have a leg up in the world of podcasting. For our final download, we give you an update on the podcast documentary titled The Messengers.

This week we're pleased to present our first fan-submitted "How I saved My Podcast" story discussing how one listener went to the extreme of ADR to help correct and interview. Finally, in our Better Podback we discuss how a cable change solved one listeners problem (and how TRS/TS are not the same as Balanced/Unbalanced).

Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podcast tips, tools and best practices to help you succeed with your podcast! Just like you we podcast purely out of the love and the fun of it. Podcasting is our hobby and we love that it is yours too! We always encourage your questions and feedback and you can find all of our contact information at betterpodcasting.com. Stephen Jondrew and Stargate Pioneer thank you for listening, downloading and subscribing to Better Podcasting. We hope you come back for more Better Podcasting!

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Sunday, September 4, 2016 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Time Codes: 2:18 - Audio Technica AT2005 Contest Give Away Details 5:30 - Stephen discusses the loveliness of getting hacked when you run a website 7:00 - SP shares how we were advised and why it's important to have proper contact information 17:00 - We discuss adapting your schedule to accomodate obstacles 18:05 - Better Podcasting Download(s) Segment Begins 18:55 - SP shares PowerPress's article about podcast "downloads" vs "streams" 24:10 - We discuss the Texas A&M and DMR/Interactive Podcast launch 22:20 - Stephen chats about an Adweek.com article featuring a poll about celebrity podcasts 30:30 - We chat about Squarespace's movement in the podcast world. 32:40 - Here's the scoop on a podcast documentary called The Messengers. 35:08 - The debut of our first fan submitted "How I Saved My Podcast" 40:15 - Stephen discusses why he likes the iRig 41:25 - Better Podback about gear prbolem resulting from a cord issue 44:40 - Stephen tells you why TRS/TS is not the same as Balanced/Unbalanced

Better Podcasting #043 - How I Saved My Podcast Aug 31, 2016

Show notes

Stephen and Stargate Pioneer unveil a new show segment with plenty of listener interaction discussing “How I Saved My Podcast.” Join the show this time as Stephen, SP, Chris Ferrell, Sunkast and #Verified Cody Gough tell how they saved their podcasts from utter disaster. If you have a How I Saved My Podcast story please send it into Better Podcasting and we’ll talk about it on an upcoming episode.

In the Better Podcasting download Stephen and SP discuss a recent CNET article giving 7 tips for podcasting on the cheap. The hosts break down each tip, give each tip a rating from 1-10 and whether they agree with it or not. (Original Article: http://www.cnet.com/how-to/tips-for-podcasting-on-the-cheap/ )

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Tuesday, August 23rd, 2016 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Time Codes: 2:40 – AT2005 Giveaway contest discussion and update 5:58 – Jason Bryant, Podcaster AND Olympic Wrestling Announcer 8:38 – New Segment! How I Saved My Podcast 11:23 – Chris Ferrell’s How I Saved My Podcast: Losing a cohost 16:26 – Sunkast’s How I Saved My Podcast: Losing a podcast recording (and backup recording)with a Guest Host 22:07 – Stargate Pioneer’s How I Saved My Podcast: Using mobile gear in home studio 25:40 – Legendary #Verified Cody Gough’s How I Saved My Podcast: Podcasting over the phone 32:45 – Stephen’s How I Saved My Podcast: Splicing multiple cohost segments together 36:28 – Chris Ferrell’s How I Saved My Podcast: Piecing together audio podcast from multiple recording sources 41:22 – Stargate Pioneer’s How I Saved My Podcast: Used 7th File Backup for Live Podcast Recording 47:52 – Better Podcasting Download Segment: CNET article “7 tips for podcasting on the cheap” 49:48 – Discussion On Snowball Ice Microphone CNET tip 52:58 – The Better Podcasting views on CNET tip #2 on soundproofing 54:40 – Rating the CNET advice on recording options with geographic separated cohosts 56:41 – Stephen, SP and CNET’s quick views on editing and editing software 57:55 – Differing views on Audio Mastering, equalization and mobile versus desktop podcasting 59:40 – Discussion on need for podcast artwork 1:00:41 – Spirited quick discussion on RSS and podcast media hosting

Better Podcasting #042 - Keep The Fun Alive: Our Stories Aug 24, 2016

Show notes

During this show, Chris Ferrell joins us to wrap up the fun.... arc. We break the format this week to have a more round-table style discussion on some of the creative ways we've had fun over the years as not only podcast creators but also as podcast consumers.

During the Better Podcasting download we update you on the latest developments in the Windows 10 Anniversary Edition Webcam Drive Issue saga. We also discuss the announcement by Google of Hangouts on Air moving to YouTube Live and why you have no reason to be concerned.

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Stephen Jondrew and Stargate Pioneer thank you for listening, downloading and subscribing to Better Podcasting. We hope you come back for more Better Podcasting!

Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Friday, August 19, 2016 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Time Codes: 4:00 - Contest discussion and update 6:20 - Chris Ferrell gives his take on the AT2005 8:40 - Chris Ferrell gives podcast history and introduction 12:00 - SP shares his stand favorite memory of "fun as a podcast consumer" 14:15 - Stephen shares his stand favorite memory of "fun as a podcast consumer" 15:45 - Chris shares his stand favorite memory of "fun as a podcast consumer" 17:30 - Stephen discusses his 2010 memory of creating "Skype Parties" for his listeners, which was kind of like Google Hangouts before they existed. 19:45 - SP shares his experience going to a "Podcast Meetup" and how it affected him as a future podcaster. 21:45 - Chris discusses his experience of keeping the fun alive for his audience by utilizing a variety of guest hosts and how one of them created a game for the listenership. 25:15 - Stephen shares an example on how the GonnaGeek.com Show crew keep the fun alive through a "podcast episode appearance" spreadsheet 26:00 - Chris and Stephen discusses a shared example of "breaking the format" to have fun, which actually yielded the foundation for the GonnaGeek Network as it is today. 29:40 - SP discusses a RECENT fun memory of his which lead to some cross-pollination (hint: C2E2). 34:00 - Stephen talks about a memory from 2008, where on his first podcast they had a local radio personality guest appear (and how it changed Stephen's podcasting direction) 36:30 - SP chats about his experience having members of a TV show guest on his podcast 38:40 - Chris shares his experience expanding the All Things Good and Nerdy franchise in to a spin off show. 42:00 - Stephen discusses the way he had fun with Better Podcasting through a Q&A Blab this past year 44:00 - Chris talks about how evolving his podcast keeps him having fun as a podcast producer 47:00 - Better Podcasting Download 1 - Update on Windows 10 Anniversary Edition Webcam Codec/Driver Issue Bug 50:45 - Stephen provides his theory on why some users have encountered this webcam issue while others have not. 55:40 - Hangouts on Air is moving to YouTube Live.

Better Podcasting #041 - Keep The Fun Alive - Audience Edition Aug 17, 2016

Show notes

So you've got Step 1 complete - you're now having fun with your hosts. Today we'll talk about Step 2, which making sure you have fun with your listenership. We'll run down some points which will hopefully help you reflect on your show and think about whether or not you can help your audience have more fun.

In this week's episode we have a jam-packed Better Podcasting Download section. First up, we'll discuss a new podcast-related startup called a Podcast Garage. Get ready to choose between mommy and daddy as Stephen and SP are on opposite sides for this one. Next, we'll give you some information that you may want to know about BEFORE updating to the Windows 10 Anniversary Edition if you do a video podcast. Rounding off the download, Stephen and SP will discuss the recent news (as in the same that they recorded the show) that Blab.im has shut it's door (for now?).

Wrapping up the show, in Better Podback, we'll discuss a recent question about our image art/branding.

Time Codes: 00:03:21 - AT2005 Giveaway Contest Discussion 00:05:11 - AT2005 Giveaway Contest Entry Discussion 00:10:03 - Stephen discusses his Microphone Shootout 00:11:23 - Segment on Fun with Your Listener Begins 00:30:25 - Better Podcasting Download Begins / Segment 1: Boston Podcast Garage 00:39:27 - Better Podcasting Download Segment 2: Windows 10 Anniversary Edition Webcam Issues 00:44:18 - Better Podcasting Download Segment 3: Blab is Dead 00:56:10 - Better Podcast - Listener Feedback on Graphics Design

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Friday, August 12, 2016 - Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Better Podcasting #040 - Keep The Fun Alive - Cohost Edition Aug 10, 2016

Show notes

Let's be honest, podcasting is a lot of work - ya, a LOT of work. As a hobby podcaster it's important to make sure that you continue to have fun and that podcasting doesn't become a chore. Since you're spending so much time prepping, recording, editing publishing and repeating, how are you going to keep that fun there? We kick off our new arc this week by discussing having fun with your co-hosts.

In the Better Podcasting Download we're pleased to present the debut of the year-in-the-making blind microphone shoot-out/test, featuring the Behringer XM1800S, Shure SM58, Audio-Technica AT2005, Audio-Technica ATR2100, the Blue Encore 100 and the Sennheiser e835.

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Friday, August 5, 2016 - Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Better Podcasting #039 - Podcast Statistics Aug 03, 2016

Show notes

This episode we discuss everyone's favorite hot topic - Podcast Statistics. We'll run down some areas to pay attention to with your stats, and conversely some things to avoid. We're also pleased to bring you some exclusive first hand research comparing real world statistic results of Blubrry, Libsyn and Podbean. In the Better Podcasting Download we discuss a terrific interview on the School of Podcasting which we encourage you to take a listen to. Finally, we take your feedback discussing places to find a co-host.

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Friday, July 29, 2016 - Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Better Podcasting #038 - Mobile Podcasting Jul 27, 2016

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The summer is in full swing and podcasters everywhere are heading on vacation. This show we discuss podcast tips and tricks for tackling mobile podcasting (podcasting on the road).

In the Better Podcasting Download we discuss a recent experience at Podcast Movement based on a recent episode of Libsyn's The Feed podcast.

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Friday, July 22. 2016 - Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Better Podcasting #037 - Professional Podcasters Jul 20, 2016

Show notes

This show we discuss the increase in Professional Podcasters and the impact they'll have on the Hobby Podcaster. We run through a variety of recent news on the subject as well as offer some advice on ways that the hobby podcaster can keep moving forward.

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Happy Podcasting!

This podcast was recorded on Sunday, July 17, 2016 - Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

Better Podcasting #036 - Rewind Edition 1 Jul 14, 2016

Show notes

Hop in your time machine and travel back to the distant year of 2015. After months of planning, a slightly younger Stephen and SP launched their podcast on hobby podcasting. Take a look at our first 6 episodes of the show in this clip-show. Like what you hear? Take a listen to the full version of the episodes in our archive.

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Stephen Jondrew and Stargate Pioneer thank you for listening, downloading and subscribing to Better Podcasting. We hope you come back for more Better Podcasting!

Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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