School of Podcasting: Expert Tips for Launching and Growing Your Podcast

I walk the listener through adjusting a voicemail comment from a scratchy, noisey sound bite to a smoother sounding clip ready to use. Dave explains some features that are in Sony Sound Forge (Free shipping at Same Day Music ) also Dave is using Castblaster in this issue. I also talks about cleaning up those listener calls from k7.net and Kall8 he exaplains how make two quick passes with a noise gate and EQ you can get these sounding smoother for your podcast.Last 5 in 5 Courtesy of Rich Palmer of Audio Gumshoe (www.audiogumshoe.com )1. The One Minute How tohttp://oneminutehowto.com/ - learn anything about anything2.Bucket Podcasthttp://bucketpodcast.blogspot.com - Couple Cast By Newlyweds3. Out of Order Powww.oooshow.com - Out of order things in the world4. Managing the Grey - Makreting Tipswww.managingthegrey.com5. Perfect Head PW Fenton's new Podcast.www.prefecthead.com P.S. I notice an above normal amount of his when I turn on my mic...

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, and to change them often. Last 5 in 5Dan from Journey Inside My Mind Podcast provides his last 5 in 5Check out Dan at www.jimmpodcast.blogspot.com www.daveslounge.com (Music to Chill to)www.denverpost.com (Today in Music History)www.manlygeek.com www.americanpublicmedia.publicmedia.orgwww.dailysourcecode.com (Adam Curry) Feedburner added some technology that is not working with Juice (formerly ipodder software). To fix this:Log into your Feedburner feedClick on 'Standard Stats' under the "SERVICES" area on the left side.Take the check mark off "Item enclosure downloads (podcast downloads)"SAVE your changes.Thanks to: Georgehttp://EclecticMix.comhttp://OneMinuteHowTo.comRichwww.audiogumshoe.comand JTwww.freemusicianlist.com for the heads up on this. To read more about this in the Feedburner support area go to Here Interactive Podcasts. Dave gets some insights from Greg of the 5 Questions Podcast. Check it out at www.5questions.net Dave used Podproducer to Make this Show

Dave has some fun playing with Jason Robertshaw of www.cephalopodcast.com and trys to find a new opening. Dave discusses an idea that came about in today's School of Podcasting Roundtable (available to members of the School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.com ) using promotional drink coasters from WWW.BRANDERS.COM where you can get your logo put on a coaster. (couretesy of Johnathon of www.HollywoodComediansRadio.com Last 5 in 5 courtest of Twilight of www.twilightandthebes.com 1. Nate and Di www.nateandi.com "The Nate and Di Show is a podcast intended for Mature Audiences Only. We are blasphemous and have potty mouths!" 2. Punk Radio www.punkyradio.com Half an hour of X-rated music and mayhem from The Heart of Sherwood Forest featuring tracks you've never heard before, expressions you've never heard before and jokes you'll never want to hear again. 3. The Twisted Pickle www.thetwistedpickle.com The Twisted Pickle Show is a guy in Omaha sharing humor and stories meant to help you not take anything in life serious. Personal, sometimes funny stories, all told without his wife knowing the show exists.....so far.... 4. The Bitterest Pill http://www.thebitterestpill.com/Comedy, Commentary, and Music from a stay home Dad/Shut In 5. Best of the Left Podcast www.bestoftheleftpodcast.com/A Podcast where we play the best of talk radio on the left side of the dial. Real radio, real liberal. Condensed into neat, commute sized, chunks.

Dave interviews John Mayerhofer the CEO of www.Voiceindigo.com a service that will help deliver your podcast to phones. Dave mentions a new segment "5 in 5" inspired by Joe of www.salesroundup.com This is where you tell us (not so much your favorites but) what were the last 5 podcasts you listened to (do NOT include this one). If you want to say if you liked it or not, feel free but try to keep your comments under 5 minutes (hence 5 in 5). Call it in a 888-563-3228 (if possible use a land line - better yet record it and send us the mp3 file). Dave's "Last 5 in 5"www.musicproshow.com www.musicbusinessradio.com www.podcast411.com www.thebitterestpill.com www.themarketerspodcast.com For more information about Voiceindigo go to http://www.voiceindigo.com/podcasters See you at the Expo

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 (that is if you care about these types of things - it might attract more sponsors if you were people's choice 2006). Specials thanks to Curt from http://www.digitalslobpod.com for opening the show. To check your feed go to www.feedvalidator.org See everyone in California. UPDATE: I sent an email to Todd Cochrane and he explained the RSS stipulation was to make sure a submission IS a podcast as some submit items that have NO RSS feed at all. Other sites such as clickcaster.com can only be viewed in itunes. Minor issues that can't be helped would be (more than likely) overlooked (I'm paraphrasing what Todd said).

Dave interviews Rob of www.podcast411.com about the Book that he co-authored with Murr Lafferty (www.ishouldbewriting.com ) and other podcasts). Rob discusses "behind the scenes" of how the book "Tricks of the Podcasting Masters" came about, and Dave provides his opinion on the book. (Available at http://www.amazon.com Students Only Podcast: Dave talks about blurbrry.com and the Podshow Delivery Network roll out. Sign up at www.schoolofpodcasting.com View the School of Podcasting Page at blubrry.com

Dave interviews Martin Perlich a 40+ year veteran of many forms of media. He is the author of the book "The Art of the Interview - a step by step guide to insightful interviewng from Empty Press Dave interviews Martin on his book tour for his new book "Wild Times" and Dave's choice of microphones was great (um, if I wanted to pick up all the ambience of Borders). Martin "Schools me" on interviewing skills. If this is the first time you're heard this show, the audio is typically not this bad. I tried to edit this, but I needed to keep both the left and right channels. Dave points out his own "Crap questions" and explains why they are crap (things like his history, experience should be listed before the interview - as a set up - not something your intervewee needs to answer for the 100th time). Martin's book has lots of good tips (how to prepare, listen, how and when to use a hard hitting question), and is filled with fun stories as you get to read how he approached different interviews. I recommend the book for anyone who does interviews on their podcast. You're opening questions (along with the questions that follow) will definitely improve. Your audience will thank you.

In part 2 of my interview with Allen Stewart of www.themarketerspodcast.com Allen talks about his Podcasting has boosted his business, and the question "How can I make money from a podcast?" man not mean "advertising and sponsorship. We discuss viral marketing, and making a connection with your listeners. See me at the Expo!Just a reminder that the Podcasting Expo is right around the corner. Coming in the future, how to conduct interviews with the MArtin Perlich, Author of the Book "The Art of the Interview - a step by step guide to insightful interviewing."

Get your own domain name for $6.95 at GoDaddy.com by using the coupon code " cooler3 " This is part one of my interview with Allen Stewart of the marketer's podcast (www.themarketerspodcast.com ) Allen is a great guy, and every conversation with Allen always ends with me full of ideas. I LOVE people who make me think. I realize that many of us do not have a marketing baground so I asked Allen to do a "Marketing 101." For those that are looking to monetize their podcast this is right up your alley. However, if you're not you can still get a TON out of this interview. Simply substitute the word "Customer" with the word "Subscriber." I also answer some listener email from Cornelius Fichtner of the Project Management Podcast (http://pmpodcast.blogspot.com ) Who asks about selling, or having a "Premium" podcast. I use Premium Podcasting and recently created a tutorial for those who want a glimpse on how I set up m site to use this tool. (note: use the coupon code " expo " and get 50% off your first month). You can also get a 4 day free trial of Premium Podcasting for $1. For more information go to their site. www.premiumpodcasting.com

A slightly longer than usual show as Dave packs in an an interview with Heather Vale as well as shows off some different microphones Microphone Review:I really like the sound of the Audio Technica 2020. It's very clear, and while the 3035 handles the bottom end, and has some additional features, if you're on a budget, the 2020 is a great microphone. Microphone #1 Audio Technica 2020 (get the mic, and free windscreen for $99 )Microphone #2 Audio Technica 3035 (get the mic, and free windscreen for $199 )Micropphone #3 MXL 67 ($100) Interview with Heather Vale We talk about her book Clickbank Affiliate Confessions. Heather answers questions like, "Do you need an email list, how do podcasters get their listeners back to their website?" and more. Get the Book "Clickbank Affiliate Confessions" for more information check out Heather at www.heathervale.com and her podcasts: http://TodaysSuccessMinute.com http://www.SuccessUnwrappedRadio.comToday's Success Minute (at PCN) Hear Dave Jackson interview at Entrepreneures JourneyDave was interviewed at http://www.entrepreneurs-journey.com/464/audio-interview-with-dave-jackson-from-schoolofpodcastingcom/ The Entrepeneurs Journey has lots of articles and podcast for anyone looking to start and run their own business.

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). Random Link http://ccmixter.org/Please note the audio review of the Audio Technica 2020 microphone will be in the future (I really needed to get  Rich's story out to the public).

Thanks to everyone who commmented about the last show. Well I found out the hard way that the T30 DOES NOT allows you to plug in a microphone to the LINE IN. The line is for plugging in a CD player (or any other line device). Dave's answer was to go to www.ebay.com and buy a refurbished iRiver 899 (total cost 95.11 ) If you're not looking to spend the giant bucks on a Marantz 660 ($500), Roland-Edirol has the new R-09 coming out later this month ($400). Allan Stewart from the Marketers Podcast let me know that new models of Minidisc recorders have the ability to download to a PC. I checked into this an sony has a model MZM100 and it does connect via USB (Click the link and buy a new MZ-M100 from us and receive a free pair of Sony MDR-7506 headphones ($99 value) with your order. While supplies last! at samedaymusic.com). Keep in mind that line in does NOT equal mic in. Thanks to:Peter from www.carbuyingscams.com Alan Stewart www.themarketerspodcast.com Eric http://www.naughtiusmaximus.com/Russ www.razinggiants.com

Dave talks about his old iRiver 899 and his new iRiver T30 he also talks about Mobile Entertainment magazine, and the mystery of www.cobyusa.com and their uint the MP-C941 Also attention Students don't miss the "Podcaster Roundtable" Next Sunday (details are at the top of the screen when you login). Notice: The price of a subscription is going up June 1st. Anyone signing up before June 1 will not have their fees increase.

Dave answers some listener about the Podcaster News Network a (He does a podcast called Sloppy Seconds making fun of the Music Buisiness on that site). He also mentioned Kiptronic for a way to exhcnage promos (which is his preferred method). Link of the week: www.podcastpromos.com Lastly Dave talks about a new Virtual Expo thats coming out and this time the booths will be open to the public for FREE. Also if you sign up by may, you get a CD of the conference for free.

Dave interviews John Zeratsky of www.feedburner.com and John explains the recent stats upgrade, some of the great tools (like pingshot), and the new email service. Brian had asked what service I was using. I use Kall8 (and if you use the link below I get a "finders fee). It's easy and its only a couple of bucks a month. Have you checked out their email signature headline animator? Cool!

Length 20 Minutes (I'm SORRY!) Live shows are fun (starting with Dave calling this show #31 when its 32). Dave shares some comments from the audience about their iPod, and shares his insights into the Expo this weekend. If you hear bad reviews as the reviewer what time they attended. Thank to all the commenters Farrel from http://www.talkingcommunications.com/George from http://eclecticmix.com/Chris from http://amateurtraveler.com/ (sorry for the mail noises) Expo Organizerswww.co-opworld.com www.1stpod.com Saw this at the expowww.logoyouraudio.com (get your own mp3 player)http://www.iamplify.com/ (Sell your podcast)

Length 15 Minutes Dave talks about some tips he has discovered in doing contests (like people may not even hear your show for DAYS after you announce your contest). Sign up today to attend the Expo ($11) Check out the School of Podcasting Booth

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 Very easy to updateAccessoriesSmart Play lists Cons:Only one play back speedCan't delete a file of the ipod (delete on computer and sync)Can't easily mark a file as "played."Price Dave answers some listener email about http://podcastgen.sourceforge.net and what to do with the XML file. (Thanks Kevin) Lastly if you're going to the Ineternational Podcasting Expo (online) order your tickets here to help support the school of podcasting. Sites Mentionedwww.podcheck.com

Heloo everyone.This show is quick as I was taking care of my family this week (My brother and sister in law were in an accident - they're fine, but were out of commission most of the weekend). Podcast User Magazine Issue 3 Podcast Central Issue #1 (zipped) Check out this cool box (you might have to scroll down to see it (and you can hear a sample) Congrats to Doug on winning a free month's subscription!

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 Podcasting simply by adding the Morning Announcements to your favorites at Podcast Pickle Dave was recently Interviewed on The Marketers Podcast a great podcast to help you market yourself to the world. Check out their chicklet page Other sites mentioned: www.karmyntyler.com at times Skype was cutting out, so my apologies for the occasional cutting out of audio.

Interview with Sam Wealer from www.triyo.com where we talk about Triyofeed Kick off from Jeff at www.jrdonline.com Email from Bob www.JapanConsidered.org Brent www.podshowradio.com Other Sites Mentioned Podcastclicks www.podcastclicks.com Announcer www.jeffradio.com Mixcraft Software www.acoustica.com

Length 24 MinutesToday's Podcasting tip includes some insights into those who thnk they can't podcast becuase they don't have a DJ Voice. RUBISH We also interview Phil Hollows of www.feedblitz.com Here is whattheir chicklet looks like: You can also see your feedblitz stats in your Feedburner Stats As of March 6, 3,4611 Feeds are using Feedblitz. Its a great way for those who don't subscribe to be reminded that a new show is available.

Length 18 Minutes Intro: www.urbankook.com Promo review www.womengrow.org Random Linkhttp://www.softpointer.com/AudioShell.htm More information Tutorial at Podcast 411

We interview Bruce Williams from The "Sine Language" and "Building the Pod" podcasts (just to name a few) takes to talk about recording techniques and his new Mastering Service for podcasters Check out his shows at www.audio2u.com Email From Brent at www.podshowradio.com Erika from www.womengrow.org Random Link PodPress

Length 22 MinutesAdd me To your favorites at the Podcast Pickle Podcast Pickle Community Dave introduces a new resource for Podcasters at www.podcastertoolbar.com Dave catches up with Gary Leland (better known as P. Dilly) of the Podcast Pickle online community for Podcasts and Vidcast. He also helps host other podcasts. Sites Mentionedwww.podcastpickle.comToday in PodcastingPodcast Pickle ShowWomen Grow Podcast

In this podcast I talk about the benefits of bringing guests on to your show. I also talk about the pros and cons, and throw in a "accepting compliments" lesson as well. Sites Mentioned: My Interview on the Contingency Plan Podcast Miami Valley Musicast Random Link Learn Out Loud Podcast Directory

Length 9:30 Sites Mentioned: www.podcastingnews.com Before you say, "Podcasting is losing its steam, you better check your facts."

Length 17 MinutesWe look at some advertising theory and how it applies to a podcast promo. Do you have a promo? Have you made any of the common mistakes? Are you going to make a promo? Here are some tips to keep in mind. Advertisementwww.switchpod.com Promos Played www.nursingstudio.netwww.themshow.comwww.jazzstage.us Promos Can Be Found atwww.podcastpromos.comwww.promos.podshow.comwww.kiptronic.com

Length 13 MinutesDave gives you tips on purchasing Podcasting products. There are big time Internet gurus (who do not have a podcast) who are marketing products about being a podcaster. They tell you how to make money with Podcasting, and yet to do that you need an audience, and yet they don't have a podcast audience. BEWARE!Random Linkwww.loopwise.com Book MentionedPodcast Solutions Trusted MarketersThe Marketers Podcast (Alan is a great guy).Red Hot CopyJim Edwards

www.audiomerge.com

What do you get when you combine the power of Libsyn with the flexability of an automated promo exchange/advertising system from Kiptronic? You get a duo better then peanut butter and jelly, Batman and Robin, and the Captain and Tennille combined! Hear an in depth review as Dave comments on the new (free) Kiptronic technology with CEO Jonathon Cobb of www.kiptronic.com Now the easiest way to use this technology is to have a Libsyn account. (You're looking at one right now). Click Here to sign up at Libsyn. Click Here to sign up at Kiptronic.com. Want to see the kiptonic survey? Click the "take the 5 second survey" near the top of the page.

Length 9:10 Dave discusses the basics of approaching someone to partner and help promote your podcast. Sites MentionedMy New MY SPACE Pagefeedplayer.com Free Business Cards Juice Website

In this issue Dave reveals some of the answers from the Podcaster and Listener Survey Take Podcaster Survey Take Listener Survey

Length 10 Minutes People ask all the time, Is this a good podcast? this is defined by the listener. Sites Mentioned The Marketer's Podcast (I heard a n interview with Lorrie Morgan FerraroNationwide CD (inexpensive Postcards)Vista Print Or if you want an egg cooker check out the Toastmaster 6506

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

Length: 20 Minutes Opening by Sean Rogers of the Business Intelligence Network Digital Flotsam can be found at www.digitalflotsam.org Random Link http://clickandbuy.com/US/en/ Adobe Audition at Amazon or for more information go to www.adobe.com

In this issue we talk about netowrking with other podcasters. Today we chat with the head of www.teenpodcasters.com and the producer of The Commoner's View of the World . He talks about the advantages of joining a network, and how building a community can help help all involved. Some examples of of Podcasting Networks including: www.podshow.com www.techpodcasts.com/ http://podsafemusicnetwork.com RANDOM LINK http://themes.wordpress.net

Length: 16 Minutes Topics Book Review "The Absolute Beginners Guide to Podcasting" Switchpod Interview (web hosting company) Podcast Promotion: Do you have the cart before the horse? Sign up for the additional features at www.schoolofpodcasting.com

Intro by KFC from the Podchick Podcast Sites Mentioned: www.taldia.com Get the Newspaper read to you. The David Lawrence Show Premium Podcasting (Sell Your Podcast) Keith and the Girl PK and J Show Podcast 411 Podcast Tools Tips Alway listen to your podcast before posting Learn to Podcast at www.schoolofpodcasting.com also make $$$ referring friends to the School of Podcasting (click the sign up button on the site).

Intro by Rich Palmer www.richpalmer.com/podcasts Interview with John Zeratsky live from the floor of the Podcasting Expo. I attempt to clean the the background up with sound soap from www.bias-inc.com Also mentioned www.n-track.com multi-track recording software.

Length: 15 Minutes Dave talks about some reflections of some of the more frequently asked questions that he heard at the Podcast Expo. Intro: www.typicalpcuser.com Other Sites Mentioned: Digital Flotsam Podcast 411 Podsqod.com Feed Player GCast Podtrac 5 Questions Podcast Tips: Microphone Placement iRiver Speed Control

Length 7 MinutesDave discusses a different point of view on the RIAA becoming more nervous about Podcasting. Resouces Mentionedwww.beats365.comBlue Snowball USB Microphone Griffin Technology iMic USB Audio InterfaceLet's kick things off with a little rant about the music industry, shall we? So, picture this: Adam Curry is sweating bullets over being sued for playing licensed music on his podcast. And guess what? The podcasting world is buzzing with complaints about those big, bad record companies. Can you believe it? As a musician, I've got my own beef with the record industry. They're like that one friend who borrows money but never pays you back. But hey, let's be real—playing licensed music and just giving it away? That's a recipe for disaster, my friends. It's like throwing a party and not inviting anyone. The record labels are totally missing the boat here, though. They're not seeing podcasting as a golden opportunity for promo and distribution. Seriously, it's like they think if they ignore it, it’ll just disappear. But guess what? Podcasting is growing, and it’s about time the record labels woke up and smelled the coffee. Now, let's dive into the fun part. Remember when you were a kid, pulling on your mom's leg while she was having a serious phone call? Yeah, that's what podcasting has been doing to the RIAA. We’ve been gnawing at their ankles, and they're finally noticing. We’re like that kid who just learned to stand and pee. And let me tell you, we've got the right to be here now. So instead of whining about those mean record companies, let's celebrate the fact that they're finally paying attention to us. Thank you, record labels, for being so clueless. Your stupidity just opened up a world of opportunities for us podcasters. So, raise your glasses, folks, because we’re not crawling anymore—we’re walking, and it feels good!Takeaways: Podcasting is finally getting the attention of big record labels, which is wild. We should celebrate the chaos of record companies freaking out over podcasting. Remember the good old days when our moms ignored us? Podcasting is now grown up. The industry is finally realizing that ignoring podcasting won't make it disappear, hello! The Pentagon is jumping on the podcast train, and we should all be concerned. Can you believe there’s an MP3 playing toilet seat in Japan? Talk about luxury.

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 (there is a tutorial on how to use this software on the site.

This podcast explains the pros and cons of using multitrack software such as Misxcraft to record a podcast.There is a 13 minute video available at the www.schoolofpodcasting.com

Tip: "Broadcast Using Your Morning Voice" Resources Mentioned Crank City Music Resources added to "The School of Podcasting" More Directories added Tutorial on Troubleshooting Your RSS New Web Host company feared toward Podcasters Podcasting Graphics. Still in Beta! Check out www.schoolofpodcasting.com

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 Press Release to www.prweb.com

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 School of PodcastingAdam Curry is the co-founder of Podcasting (and the co-host of the No Agenda Show). When asked about learning how to podcast Adam said, "The place to go with the guy who has taught more people how to podcast than anybody I know - Dave Jackson, School of Podcasting.com"School of Podcasting