About Podcasting

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Keynote by the podfather himself: Adam Curry

Hear about podcasting 2.0 apps, hosting platforms and tools from:
Ben Arc (LNBits.com)Barry Luijbregts (podhome.fm)Oscar Merry (Fountain.fm)Moritz Kaminski (getalby.com)Join LIVE and boost in with your questions.

In this episode of About Podcasting, we dive deep into the world of podcast networks with David Allen Moss from Evergreen Podcasts. Evergreen is a premier podcast network with over 350 shows, and David shares the journey from their humble beginnings as Front Porch People to becoming a significant player in the podcasting industry. We discuss the intricacies of what a podcast network does for creators, including hosting, marketing, and monetization strategies. David also sheds light on the importance of storytelling and the passion that drives the Evergreen team.

We explore the concept of Podcasting 2.0 and its impact on...

Welcome to another episode of About Podcasting. This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with David Allen Moss from Evergreen Podcasts. Evergreen is a premier podcast network with over 350 shows, and David shared insights into what a podcast network actually is, what they do for podcasters, and how they operate. We delved into the history of Evergreen, from its beginnings as Front Porch People to its current status, and discussed the types of content they produce, including originals, branded content, and partner shows.

David explained the passion behind Evergreen, emphasizing their love for storytelling and the...

Welcome to another episode of About Podcasting! This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Gregg Oldring and Neil McPhedran, co-founders of Higher Ed Pods, a curated directory of podcasts in the higher education sphere. We delved into what Higher Ed Pods is all about, emphasizing its community aspect, which goes beyond just being a directory. We also discussed the importance of who's listening to your podcast rather than just the size of your audience.

Greg and Neil shared their insights on the challenges and opportunities within the higher education podcasting community. They talked about the...

In this episode of About Podcasting, we dive into the world of AI tools for podcasters with Michael Katz, founder and CEO of Flowsend.ai. Flowsend is an innovative AI tool that helps podcasters by generating a variety of content from their audio or video files, including chapters, title suggestions, show notes, clips, and more. Michael shares insights into how Flowsend can also create outlines for newsletters, blog posts, TikTok clips, and other content, making it a versatile tool for content creators.

We discuss the challenges and successes Michael faced while developing Flowsend, including the importance of...

The episode discusses a podcasting tool called Flowsend.ai and its features. The conversation delves into the challenges of content creation, AI models, and the importance of customization for podcasters.

You can find Flowsend and Michael here:
Flowsend website: https://www.flowsend.ai/ Michael Katz on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelnkatz/ 

(01:10) Features of Flowsend.ai such as newsletter creation, blog post outlines, and TikTok clips

(04:06) Reception and usecases of Flowsend.ai

(06:18) Origins of the product and personal experiences in content creation

(09:03) Comparison with other podcasting tools and focus on...

Welcome to another episode of About Podcasting. This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Greg Oldring and Neil McFadran from higheredpods.com, a curated directory of podcasts in the higher education sphere. We delved into what Higher Ed Pods is all about, highlighting its dual role as both a directory for academic podcasts and a community for higher education podcasters.

Greg and Neil shared their insights on the importance of community among higher education podcasters and how Higher Ed Pods aims to foster collaboration and discovery. They discussed the unique challenges and opportunities in the...

In this episode, I talk with Kyrin Down from the Mere Mortals Podcast. We talk about motivations, workflow, live podcasts, "the YouTube game", and more. 

Find the Mere Mortals podcast (and the other podcasts) here:
https://www.meremortalspodcast.com/ 

(00:17) Introduction

(02:58) Learning to podcast

(07:31) Focus on audience engagement

(17:26) Podcasting goals

(21:59) Planning for the future

(26:01) Kyrin's podcasting workflow

(35:57) Interview tips

(40:26) Advice for podcasters

Welcome to another episode of About Podcasting. This week, I'm speaking with Kyrin Down from Mere Mortals Podcast and others. We delve into his motivations for podcasting, his workflow, why he does live podcasts, and the intricacies of the YouTube game.

Kyron shares his journey into podcasting, which began during his travels in Latin America in 2018-2019. He recounts how casual chats with friends sparked the idea for a podcast, leading to the creation of Mere Mortals. Starting with minimal equipment, Kyron and his co-host Juan have now produced over 1000 episodes across various shows.

We...

In this episode, I talk with Jamie Taylor about rebranding a show, analytics, gear, software, hosting, and inviting guests for interviews.

Find the Modern .NET Show here:
https://dotnetcore.show/In your favorite app: https://episodes.fm/1433496275Find Jamie here:
On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamie-taylor-rjj-software/On X: https://twitter.com/podcasterJay

(00:03:04) Starting a podcast journey

(00:07:24) Transition from dotnetcore to .net

(00:10:30) Adapting to new technology releases

(00:38:15) Value for listeners

(00:42:56) Jamie's workflow

(00:56:31) Transcripts for accessibility

(01:00:53) Advice for podcasters

Welcome to another episode of About Podcasting! In this episode, I sit down with Jamie Taylor from the modern.netshow. Jamie shares his wealth of knowledge and expertise on various topics, including the impact of rebranding and renaming his show, the importance of analytics for personal goals and advertisers, and the gear and software he uses. We also delve into podcasting 2.0, how he invites guests for interviews, and much more.

Jamie discusses his journey into podcasting, which began in 2008, and how he transitioned from writing extensive blog posts to creating a podcast focused on .NET technologies. He...

In this episode, I talk with Joe Russiello from the Sword of the Spirit podcast. Joe shares his journey in podcasting, the challenges he faced, and the importance of staying true to his mission. 

Find the Sword of the Spirit podcast here:
https://swordofthespiritpodcast.com/ In your favorite app: https://episodes.fm/1654620696 On X: https://twitter.com/TheSOTSPodcast 

(00:34) Introduction

(16:01) Joe's workflow

(32:27) Tips for podcasters

In this episode of About Podcasting, we sit down with Joe Russiello from the Sword of the Spirit podcast. Joe shares his journey into podcasting, detailing his early struggles and the perseverance that led to his current success. He discusses the significant amount of preparation that goes into each episode, sometimes requiring up to 12 hours of study per week.

Joe recounts his early attempts at podcasting under different names and formats, and how none gained traction until he felt a divine nudge to start again in April 2022. Despite initial technical challenges and poor audio quality, Joe persisted...

In this episode, I talk with the Ungovernable Misfits team about their experiences and insights on podcasting, privacy, sponsors, and future goals. They emphasize the importance of authenticity, connection with the audience, and maintaining moral principles in podcasting. 

Find the Ungovernable Misfits here: 
https://ungovernablemisfits.com/main-show/ In your favorite app: https://episodes.fm/1491067458 

(01:37) Why do you podcast?

(06:03) Being authentic in podcasting

(13:41) Podcast workflow

(41:14) Advice for podcasters

In this episode of About Podcasting, we dive deep into the world of The Ungovernable Misfits podcast. I had the pleasure of speaking with three members of the team, who shared their journey, challenges, and the principles that guide their work. We discuss the origins of the podcast, which started in late 2018 out of a passion for Bitcoin and a desire to connect with like-minded individuals. The team emphasizes the importance of maintaining integrity by avoiding bad sponsors and ensuring the privacy and security of their listeners.

We explore their workflow, from scheduling guests and recording episodes...

This week, I talk with Eric Nantz. We talk about hist podcasting journey, workflow and setup, and how podcasting 2.0 has invigorated him.

Links for this episode:
R-Weekly: https://rweekly.orgR-Weekly Highlights Podcast: https://serve.podhome.fm/r-weekly-highlightsR-Podcast site: https://r-podcast.org (powered by R and Hugo)The PodcatIndex Database Dashboard: https://rpodcast.github.io/pod-db-dash/The podindexr R package for interacting with the PodcastIndex API: https://rpodcast.github.io/podindexr/Shiny Developer Series: https://shinydevseries.com (also powered by R and Hugo)

(00:00) Introduction

(08:24) Podcasting 2.0 and Community Involvement

(22:32) Building a Podcast Dashboard Using...

In this episode of About Podcasting, we dive into an engaging conversation with Eric Nantz, the host of the Our Weekly Highlights podcast. Eric shares his journey into the world of podcasting, starting from his early days in graduate school where he discovered the power of podcasts in the Linux space. He talks about the inception of his own podcast focused on the R programming language and data science, and how it has evolved over the years.

Eric discusses the importance of community involvement and how bringing in guests has enriched his podcasting experience. He also touches...

In this episode, I talk with Mark Steadman about podcasting practices, tools, successes, failures, and interviews with a focus on creating engaging content. The host shares insights on workflow automation, guest interactions, content creation, and website optimization. Various tools like MailerLite, Notion, Zapier, Riverside, Logic, Sketch, and ChatGPT are used to streamline processes and enhance the listener experience.

Find Mark here:
His website: https://hellosteadman.com/The List Envy podcast: https://listenvypod.com/ 

(00:44) Introduction

(03:40) Transition to full-time podcasting income

(06:27) Why create podcasts?

(09:35) Defining success in podcasting and measuring engagement

Welcome to another episode of About Podcasting! This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Mark Stedman, a seasoned podcaster who helps others create their best work. We delved into Mark's podcasting journey, starting from his early days in 2008 with basic equipment to his current professional setup. Mark shared insights into his workflow, goals, and the evolution of his podcasting career.

We also discussed the concept of 'value for value' and why Mark is not a fan of Bitcoin, despite its growing popularity in the podcasting community. Our conversation highlighted the importance of engaging with different...

In this episode I talk with Casey Ruff from Boundless Body Radio, which is a podcast about health. Casey walks me through:
Why he podcastsHis podcast workflow and toolsreleasing 3 times a weekAnd more...More info:
The Boundless Body Radio podcast: https://episodes.fm/1534509799 The Boundless Body website: https://www.myboundlessbody.com/ 

(00:07) Importance of staying true to your 'why' in podcasting

(09:18) Consistently producing episodes

(19:05) Podcasting 2.0

(36:08) Tips and advice for aspiring podcasters

Welcome to another episode of About Podcasting! This week, I had the pleasure of speaking with Casey Ruff from Boundless Body Radio. Casey shares his journey from being a personal trainer at a corporate gym to starting his own business during the pandemic. He dives into how he integrated podcasting into his business model and the challenges he faced along the way.

Casey emphasizes the importance of having a strong 'why' to sustain long-term podcasting efforts. He discusses the initial resistance he faced and how he overcame it to produce over 600 episodes. We also talk about the...

In this episode, Nick Dunkerley from Hindenburg takes us into the fascinating world of storytelling in radio and the enchantment of audio. 
We explore the significance of storytelling and how it captivates listeners, drawing them into the narrative. We discuss the role of objectivity in journalism and the potential impact of AI on society. Nick shares his insights and experiences in building a community radio station, emphasizing the importance of fostering a sense of community and connection. We also touch on the challenges of maintaining objectivity in media and the potential dangers of relying too heavily on AI. Find Hinde...

In this episode of About Podcasting, we dive deep into the world of audio storytelling with Nick Dunkerley of Hindenburg. We explore the magic of audio, the importance of storytelling, and the nuances of audio quality. Nick shares his journey from working in broadcast radio to founding Hindenburg, a tool designed to make audio editing more accessible and effortless for storytellers. We discuss the challenges and opportunities in the podcasting industry, the impact of AI on media, and the importance of maintaining objectivity in journalism. Nick also recounts his experiences in Zambia, helping to build community radio stations and...