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Today we talk with Brian Mundy of www.dimacast.com which is a site that instead of using a Wordpress theme, is using a tweaked Libsyn template.

In talking with Brian, he used an html editor (Dreamweaver) and copy and pasted the code from the Settings > Advanced area of Libsyn into Dreamweaver, tweaked it, and pasted it back.

HAVE A SAFETY NET

Be sure to save the original version of the Libsyn site so if you mess things up, you always have a version to go back to. Then repeat this every time you have a "working" template.

Last 5 in 5

What were the last 5 podcasts you listened to?

Geologic Podcast (Comedy and Science for Skeptics)
http://www.geologicpodcast.com/

This week in photogrpahy
http://twipphoto.com/

Blowin Smoke (Cigar Podcast)
http://www.burghherfers.com/podcast.html

Mac Break Weekly
http://twit.tv/mbw

(OK, its a last 4 in 5, but it s 8 in the morning for Brian).

Ready to start podcasting? Check out our website www.schoolofpodcasting.com

Other Sites Mentioned
www.voiceemotion.com
www.podcastvoicemail.com

Today you hear me get interviewed By Doug Dangler who is the Associate Director of the Center for the Study and Teaching of Writing and Ohio University.

This interviewed was done via Skype and Doug's class.

Topics include:

Will Podcasting replace any other media forms?
What Podcast do I listen to?
Do you get paid on each download?
How many listeners make a successful audience?
Are Bloggers the same as Media?

Doung's Podcast is at
http://cstw.osu.edu/podcasts/

Other Podcasts Mentioned:
www.thescenezine.com
www.strugllingentrepreneur.com
www.sleddogpodcast.com
www.llmlive.com

Today we have a guest host Fred Castenada who produces many different podcasts. These include:

The Stuggling Entrepreneur

Gain Control of Your Day

Combat Infantrymen's Badge Podcast

Caseblanca to VE-Day A Paratroopers Memoirs 

Jungle Warriors Podcast (premium version)

 

Microphones Discussed and Used on Today's Show

 

Zoom H2 $199

AT 2020 XLR Condenser microphone $99

AT 2020 USB $150

MXL 007 USB Micorphone

iMic USB Interface

 

Last 5 in 5

(the last 5 podcasts you listened you - explained in less than 5 minutes) 

Tech 5

Technology and You

Marketing Onine Live

The Morning Announcements (this site)

Manager Tools

Fred will producing daily updates from the New Media Expo in his The Stuggling Entrepreneur feed. It's a great podcast. Also Fred is a decorated Veteran. Forget Rambo and all the other movies about Vietnam, you can hear it from the brave men that were there in the Combat Infantrymen's Badge Podcast, the audio book Caseblanca to VE-Day A Paratroopers Memoirs and the Jungle Warriors Podcast (premium version audio book).

Thanks Fred, and thank for keeping us informed while you're at the Expo.

This show originates from www.schoolofpodcasting.com This is show number 146

Today I play with my new DBX 286A compressor/deesser/enahncer/noise gate that I bought from www.schoolofpodcasting.com/bsw I really like it (its around 200, I got it for $150).

Previously I was using a Behringer Composer Pro XL which I got for $99

I typically by my gear from Same Day Music as there is often free shipping, and (unless in New Jersey) no tax. If I can't find the product there I go to BSW

When playing with new gear don't be afraid to twist knobs and see what sounds better. Likewise don't always judge what you hear live, but listen back through your stereo (so you can pay attention to listening only and not talking). I'm really happy with the unit except its mono, and there is no on/off switch (no big deal).

LAST 5 IN 5
From Dan Lewis at http://www.theramennoodle.com/ and www.djoseophdesign.com
1. Podcast Answer Man - www.podcastanswerman.com
2. Sci Fi Show www.scifishow.com
3. Woot www.woot.com
4. The Onion Radio News Network - http://www.theonion.com/content/radionews
5. Journey Inside my Mind - http://jimmpodcast.blogspot.com/

If you are ready to start your own podcast, come and visit us at www.schoolofpodcasting.com

Today I dip my toe into the Video Podcasting pool. I was lucky enough to secure one of the new Flip Video Cameras.

This camera takes great video no matter what lighting you put it in (if you have extreme back lighting it may be a little dark, but let's be realistic..). I took video at dusk and it looked much brighter than it actually was in real life.

The great thing is you can take up to 60 minutes of video. It has a rewing and fast forward on the camera for reviewing the video. You can easily delete video that you don't want to keep. It also has a built in 2X zoom. It runs on a rechargable battery that gets charged when you plug the camera into your USB port. The USB interface pops out when you flip a switch. It also has the ability to be put on a tripod. The microphone pics up audio great from the front, and while it's not as clear from the back its still easily understood if you are commenting from behind the camera while shooting video.

If I had used my old camera I would record to super 8, then have to transfer the video to my computer. So if I shot 60 minutes of video it would take (roughly) 60 minutes of time to transfer to my computer.

With the Flip camera, I plug the camera into my computer, and I can drag and drop the files into my favorite editing program. This took about 3 minutes instead of 60 with my old camera.  If you don't have editing software, there are some basic video editing software that comes with the camera that allows you to pick where the video starts and stops as well as you can put background music to the video.

It also has some features that make uploading video to you tube uber easy.

So what would I change?
I like that you can plug it into a video source (like a TV) to watch the video. I do wish I could plug it in and use the TV as a monitor. You can't do this. When you record, the video is only display on the display on the back of the camera. The other thing I would change is to put a retractable lens cover. The camera comes with a "nifty" puch to carry the camera, but I would rather have a lense cover. My last thing (and this is kind of outside the scope of the product) would be to have the ability to use it as a web cam. That's not really a fair criticism. It's more of a "add to the dream list."

It retails for around $139. For me, if you're looking to get into video podcasting, and you want to be mobile, you're looking to do something fast and quick, it's a no brainer. I know I will be doing all sorts of "Dave around town" types of videos. If you're are going to want to mix in music, or plug a microphone directly into it, then you will need to look for another camera, and hit a bank machine, on the way to Best Buy.

Check it the Flip Mino Video Camera at Amazon.com

Paul Colligan has a great post about building a podcast audience. So many people "If I build it they will come." Not so. Get ready for relentless marketing.

Today I talk about www.prweb.com and other ways to build that audience. It amounts to this:

1. Find out who your audience is (put a form on your website).

2. Find out where they go, read, eat, sleep, shop, etc

3. Go there and tell them about it.

HOW ARE YOU PROMOTING YOUR PODCAST?

Ready to jump in the Podcast Pool? Check out www.schoolofpodcasting.com and start podcasting today. We have step by step tutorials, live help, and great resources.

This show originates at www.schoolofpodcasting.com This is show 143.

I read about this on Leesa Barnes' blog how Terry Fallis won 10,000. He previously couldn't get an agent (which he now has). Congrats Terry.

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I mentioned today that Todd Cochrane had said a typical podcast episode is "done" after 72 hours. I miss spoke, while this is true in most  cases it is not in all cases (especially if you material is not timed based). But if your podcast is (for example) news related, people may not want to listen to 6 month old news stories. You can hear Todd's presentation at Podcamp by going to  http://www.coefficientmedia.com/podcampohio/

Thanks to George from www.oneminutehowto.com for reminding me of this point.

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The CEO of Wizzard Media is predicting 1.5 - 1.8 billion downloads, and double to four times the ad spending of the past year for 2008. (source: podcastnews.com )

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How Do You Record a Skype Interview?

In the past I've said "get it off your computer" and use a portable recorder. This still  is the safest way. However, I've been using voiceemotion.com and many people at the School of Podcasting are using Power Gramo which you can download for a free trial. The nice thing about Power Gramo Professional is it splits the interviewer and interviewee into separate channels (which makes editing the interview easier). I then use Skype (using Skype Out) to call people's phones. It's better if they have a skype account, but not 100% mecessary

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Skype is Not Always an Option
In some areas there is no cable modem connection to the Internet. What do you do in that case is get some sort of "JK Audio" product. You can find these at BSW. These can be expensive. For microphones and such I like samedaymusic.com as they do not charge tax (unless you are in NJ).

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Podcasting Time Saving Tip
One of the most time consuming parts of podcasting is organizing and posting your show notes. Did you know that you can put your show notes in Wordpress (or Libsyn.com) and save them without publishing them to the public. Then when the show is finished, you can take out any part of your notes that don't fit, and BOOM! instant show notes. The key to this is to NOT click the publish button, but to click the SAVE button. Then when you are rady (and your audio/video is link to the post) click the publish button.

I went to Podcamp Ohio. It was great. WE RAN OUT OF ROOM. My hat is off to Angelo and everyone involved with organizing the event. It was so smooth, and they handled everything (what a great problem to have - not enough room!).

Todd Cochrane had a great presentation about getting sponsors. HE also stated that typically a podcast episode sees traffic for 72 hours and then it dies off drastically.

I was not really use to the "group talk" style of some of the presentations (and it leaves room open for assertive people to take over the conversation).
I will definitely be going to more podcamps when my schedule permits.

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I sat in on a webinar from Paul Colligan. They have added a feature of making membership site at www.premiumcast.com and after watching his presentation I was able to set up a membership site in about 5 minutes. The great thing is some membership scripts allow you to make a "roped off" area, and others allow you to create premium RSS feeds, and premium cast allows you to do either or both. Check it out at premiumcast.com

Today I've got a BAD cold, and my throat is killing me. I share some stats from the latest report on Podcast consumers.

Podcast Listening is up 5 % both video and Audio
30% of regular Internet Users have downloaded a podcast
Video is catching audio podcasts with a 1 % lead going to Audio

What is the age of the podcast listener?
53% Male 47% female
25 to 34 (21%)
35-44 (21%),
45 to 54 (20%)
12 to 17 (15%)
18 to 24 (13%)
55+ (10%)

Last 5 in 5 from Dan at www.jimmpodcast.com

School of Podcasting's Morning Announcements (this podcast)
Marketing Over Coffee ( http://www.marketingovercoffee.com/ )
Eds Mixed Bag (www.edsmixedbag.com )
Media Bullseye (www.mediabullseye.com )
Six Pixels of Separatation (http://www.twistimage.com/blog/ )