Podcasting Observations Newsletter

School of Podcasting Episodes

Oct. 21, 2013

Gaining Trust Through Podcasting – Saving Your Voice

In today’s show (episode 378) we explain how podcasting does boost your influence to get your message out and/or grow your business by building trust. For the experienced podcast we have tips saving your voice. We also talk a...

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Oct. 14, 2013

Joan Stewart the Queen of Free Publicity – Why Experts Can Save Your …

Today we get tons of free insights into get publicity for your podcast, getting on radio, and using Experts to mentor you in your podcast journey. Because of HIS podcast, I chose John Overall to tweak my WordPress [2:10] Thi...

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Oct. 7, 2013

New And Noteworthy in Three Days – Free Royalty Free Music

Today we cover multiple topics. I’ve added timelines so you can jump to the section you want. We hear about podcasters who are getting nominated, be recognized as noteworthy, we mention the podcast awards, and answer you podc...

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Sept. 30, 2013

Podcast Tools Shootout – Stitcher Continues to Grow

Podcast News Alex Baldwin to start new talk show on tv and is podfading his “Here’s the Thing” podcast. According to the Hollywood Reporter, “Sources say Baldwin was keen to continue the program; the issue was securing the fu...

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Sept. 23, 2013

Identifying and Embracing Your Differences

Today we talk about having a difference of opinion, different podcasts can keep things fresh. This can be used in choosing a co-host, and you can also see that even if another podcaster is doing a show on the subject you’ve c...

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Sept. 15, 2013

Jason Hartman Attributes 10 Million in Sales to His Podcast

Today we hear from Jason Hartman about how podcasting has had a HUGE effect on his business. You will hear his workflow that allows him to produce 16 different podcasts. We also share some insights into having your podcast on...

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Sept. 9, 2013

Blog Talk Radio Killer – Mommycast Interview -

In this episode we hear about a podcaster who is interviewing his basketball heroes, I have a tool to allow you to take live phone calls, and we have an interview with Paul Vogelzang of the Mommycast who back in 2004 received...

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Sept. 2, 2013

Seismic Audio Slider Mixers Reviewed – Fair Use Revisited

Today I share my thoughts on the Seismic Audio Mixer line, and we talk about last week’s episode when Dave slipped in some unlicensed music (SHAME ON ME). We also hear how everyone who records directly into their computer wil...

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Aug. 26, 2013

The Podcaster Attitude – Your Biggest Tool For Success

Today I am looking at the mental skills that you use in podcasting. I takes focus, dedication, patience, and passion. I discuss how losing focus can steal you passion, and destroy your attitude. Because of Podcasting… I got a...

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Aug. 19, 2013

My Podcast Workflow, Podcast Artwork Slicer Reviewed

In today’s episode we hear about a suspenseful event taking place as the studio as Dave is forced to do his show without any notes. His computer will not reboot. We also hear about how he assembles a podcast, and his opinion ...

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Aug. 12, 2013

Aphex Project Channel Review – The Warmth of Community

Today we talk about the freedom that podcasting provides, we hear about a pothole with Microsoft Word we should avoid, we hear the wonderful tones produced by the Aphex Project Channel, a resource for $10 Podcast Album Artwor...

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Aug. 5, 2013

Podcast Media Kits

In today’s show we talk about podcast media kits. How to make one, what tools to use, and what to do if you’re number s are on the low side. We hear about a free software horror story, we hear what five podcass Miss Ilene has...

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July 29, 2013

Yamaha MG102C Mixer Reviewed – Broadcasting (not podcasting) Tools

In today’s podcast I’m playing with all sorts of tools . I recently purchased the Yamaha MG102C mixer and I really like it. It’s very flexible, and comes in right under $100. I’m also playing with Radioboss software that allo...

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July 22, 2013

Engaging Content With Podcast Talent Coach Erik K Johnson

Today we are focusing on creating engaging content that will help you grow your podcast audience. I discovered Erik K Johnson on the New Media Expo blog. I contacted him and he was nice enough to come on the show and discuss ...

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July 15, 2013

Passion Lessons From Seinfeld – Podcast Evangelism with Jim Collison

Today we hear how mega star Jerry Seinfeld looks at his “job” of being a comedian. How life is great if you’re work is doing something you think is a gift. Jim Collison shares insights into an experiment he has been doing to ...

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July 8, 2013

A Strategy For Building Your Podcast Audience

A brief summary of this episode Mentioned in this episode: 2025 Audience Survey I Want Your Opinion I am doing an audience survey and I want your input to help me make this show exactly what you want. If you have a few minute...

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June 30, 2013

How John Lee Dumas Earns $18,000 a Month with His Podcast

John Lee Dumas started his Entrepreneur on Fire podcast in June of 2012 (about a year ago). Fast forward and John now has a podcast that is in the top 5 of business podcasts in iTunes. He is making 18,000 a month, reaching HU...

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June 23, 2013

Scheduling Smooth Podcast Interviews

In the last week I've been interviewed and conducted interviews. One of those podcasts was Entrepreneur on Fire ( iTunes )and the other was Urbanism Speakeasy ( itunes )Podcast. In today's show I share tips and insights from ...

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June 16, 2013

Podcasting Delivers High Quality Visitors

A brief summary of this episode Mentioned in this episode: 2025 Audience Survey I Want Your Opinion I am doing an audience survey and I want your input to help me make this show exactly what you want. If you have a few minute...

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June 9, 2013

Podcasting Without Using Wordpress

A brief summary of this episode Mentioned in this episode: 2025 Audience Survey I Want Your Opinion I am doing an audience survey and I want your input to help me make this show exactly what you want. If you have a few minute...

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June 1, 2013

Starting Your Own Podcast Network

A brief summary of this episode Mentioned in this episode: I Want Your Opinion I am doing an audience survey and I want your input to help me make this show exactly what you want. If you have a few minutes, I have a quick sur...

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May 27, 2013

Creating an Award Winning Podcast

Today we have some great podcast success stories. If you are looking to start a podcast, click the join now button and join the School of Podcasting - you're audience awaits. Because of My Podcast I Had No Problem Getting a B...

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May 19, 2013

Podcasting Reaches a Global Audience

In today's show we hear about some of the subtle items Americans (or other people) can do that may not translate well in other countries. I share with you the insane number of countries that consume this podcast. It is amazin...

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May 14, 2013

Broadcast Live with Spreaker

A brief summary of this episode Mentioned in this episode: I Want Your Opinion I am doing an audience survey and I want your input to help me make this show exactly what you want. If you have a few minutes, I have a quick sur...

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