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Better Podcasting BONUS EPISODE – International Podcasting Day Special

In this BONUS EPISODE of Better Podcasting, we share the recording from our live-stream that we did for International Podcast Day (or as we like to call it here, International Podcasting Day). 

Friend of the show Heather Welch (from Sunshine and PowerCuts podcast) joins us to get in on some International Podcast Day fun.

We discuss a brief history of podcasting (data courtesy of Emily Prokop of The Story Behind podcast), the GonnaGeek Network AND we do a fun podcast-letter game.

This is a bonus episode so check back for episode #101 where we return to our regular episode structure.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Saturday, September 30, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Better Podcasting #100 – Back to Basics for Episode 100

In our 100th episode we go back to basics as we run down some of the key tips from our past 99 episodes to kick off the show.

In this week’s Better Podcasting Download we chat about a headset comparison that SP did recently, how Boss Jock Studio is no longer working the same with Dropbox and also how SoundCloud just changed some stats and what it means to you as a podcaster.

Finally, we’ll take listener feedback on what has been happening around the pod-space this week.

Note that if you haven’t checked out an episode of Better Podcasting before, this one is a bit different than our usual flow. 

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Wednesday, October 4th, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Better Podcasting #099 – Stats Are Important When You Launch

In this week’s show we discuss reasons why stats ARE important to pay attention to when you launch your podcast. 

In this week’s Better Podcasting Download we discuss how one iOS app is being discussed within the podcast circles.

Finally, we’ll take your feedback including an audio clip from a recent appearance by Stephen and SP on another podcast.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Wednesday, September 27th, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Electro-Voice RE320 vs Shure SM7B vs Heil PR40 vs Audio-Technica BP40 vs Procaster vs Art D7

In this MASSIVE Microphone Shootout we compare 6 large dynamic microphones. Audio-Technica BP40 vs Electro-Voice RE320 vs Shure SM7B vs Heil PR40 vs Rode Procaster vs Art D7.

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Better Podcasting #098 – Ways To Cultivate Audience Engagement / Zoom L-12 First Impressions

It’s a busy episode this week and we start it all with recurring contributor Emily Prokop doing a review of different Zoom H6 capsule microphones.

In our main topic we talk about Ways To Cultivate Audience Engagement. 

In this week’s Better Podcasting we give our take on the latest stats change by Libsyn, their communication process and what it means to you as a podcaster.

Finally, Stephen gives his first impressions after two episode of using the Zoom Livetrak L-12 digital mixer and recorder.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Wednesday, September 20th, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Better Podcasting #097 – Live Streaming Update

In this week’s episode we do an update about Live Streaming options. We’ll run down the changes (and other important notes) since our previous discussion way back in Episode 5. In this week’s Better Podcasting Download we’ll answer a couple big listener questions about Podcast Communities and Co-Host problems (before even starting podcast). Finally, we’ll take your feedback about your week in podcasting.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Wednesday, September 13th, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Better Podcasting #096 – What Will Your Show Be Like In 5 Years?

This show we ask the question What Will Your Show Be Like in 5 Years? This leads to a bunch of other questions to help you get to that point. 

In this week’s Better Podcasting download we’ll discuss how there’s one MEDIA HOST who is beginning crowdfunding and what that means for you. Finally, we’ll take your feedback including a LIVE listener questions about our thoughts on going to podcast conventions.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Wednesday, September 6th, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Better Podcasting #095 – Podcast Distribution Details

This week we kick of the episode with a listener “HOW I SAVED MY PODCAST” story before we answer another listener question about Podcast Directories vs Podcast Hosts (and we’ll even do a brief update on promoting your podcast).

In this week’s Better Podcasting Download we’ll discuss some changes with Stitcher stats.

Finally, in this week’s Better Podback we take your feedback INCLUDING a video with a good tip on how you can subscribe to podcasts hands free.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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, September 1, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Better Podcasting #094 – Prioritizing Your Content

This show we discuss ways to prioritize your content – both within each episode AND as a show overall. 

In this week’s Better Podcasting Download, Stephen is going to review Magix Movie Studio and how it applies to you as a podcaster.

Finally, in this week’s Better Podback we take your feedback about what’s going on in your podcast world.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Wednesday, August 23rd, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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Better Podcasting #093 – Embracing Emerging Internet Trends

In this week’s show we discuss why it’s important to adapt to change and embrace emerging Internet trends (for example, recognizing how a website is becoming less important than it once was). We’ll not only make suggestions on places to focus on but we’ll also set the stage with some intriguing statistics (and exclusive polls) about the evolution of internet use.

In this week’s Better Podcasting Download we’re going to talk about how SoundCloud has been saved again (at least for now) and SP does a quick calculation on how this compares to other podcast media hosts (note: do not this is an approximate calculation based on the best of our knowledge but do not take this as financial advice).

Finally, in this week’s Better Podback we’ll take your feedback before Stephen gives a review of the Shure SE215 in ear monitors.

Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Do you want to chime in on an episode of Better Podcasting? You can always ping us on Better Podcasting on the internet at the following places:

@BetterPod

http://facebook.com/betterpodcasting

http://betterpodcasting.com

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.

We 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 Wednesday, August 16th, 2017 – Streamed Live to www.Geeks.Live. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek.com.

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