School of Podcasting: Expert Tips for Launching and Growing Your Podcast
Episodes
92 Affordable Wordpress Hosting
25 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
I've started my own hosting company at www.coolerwebsites.com and have created some packages geared towards podcasters who are looking to host their f...
91 When Your Podcast Explodes
18 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Members of the School of Podcasting have another discount to take advantage of from studiocutz.com on their Podcaster Toolkit DVD. Members get 15% (25...
90 Podcast Contest Secrets
11 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Join us as we interview "Ringmaster Greg" from the Dancing With Elephants Podcast (http://www.dwithe.com ) about the contest that involved cross promo...
89 Never Have an Outdated Podcast Again
04 Jun 2007
Contributed by Lukas
I am looking for answers to the question: I couldn't have done ___ if it was for podcasting. Or I sure am glad I started podcasting because ______...
88 You Don't Need a "DJ" Voice To Podcast
28 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Today we talk about using a "Radio Voice" to be a podcaster. I talk about Dr Dave from www.shrinkwrapradio.com who was worried that he didn't have a "...
87 Pacing Yourself as a Podcaster
21 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
I talk about pacing yourself (your conent) when you hit the jackpot. We also talk about bulletin boards (forums), and how to fight spam. Wew also talk...
86 Podcast Flyer Tips and Revisting Your Episode Name
14 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Today I talk about some experiments I've done promoting my podcast. I also talk about some of the results I've done by finding a tool thats fits your ...
85 Never Lose Your Voicemail Number
07 May 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Did you know that if you don't use your k7.net phone number in 30 days it will go away? Well here is a way to never worry about losing your voicemail....
84 Getting More Podcast Subscribers
30 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast we throw out some podcast promotion tips, why "hard sell" podcasts are stupid, and some new free services for podcasters. TIMELINE: ...
83 Chalk Up Another Podcast Promotion Idea
23 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave gets some listener feedback from Chris at amateurtraveler.com and Paul from technobabelshow.com I was reading a book about marketing a musical...
82 Creating Same Page Podcasting
09 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
People have asked me "Should I write down what to say on a podcast?" When they ask this they mean every word. This is NOT the way to go. I talk about ...
81 Icing on the Cake - Presentation Tips
02 Apr 2007
Contributed by Lukas
NEW SPONSOR: www.trypersony.com The power of online meetings without the monthly fees. Today I'm talking about some tips for presentation, as well we...
80 Changing Your Feed in ITunes
26 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode I talk about a couple of nightmares I've run across including: My RSS feed in iTunes somehow got changed to http://s (podpress maybe?...
79 Podcast Secrets with Paul Colligan
19 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks with Paul Colligan of www.paulcolligan.com about the upper level class starting MARCH 20th! about monetizing your podcast. Here are some ...
78 Three Sides to Every Podcast
12 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
WARNING - This show contains clips of Keith and the Girl (and are NOT worksafe). Dave continues his talk that was started by people passing informat...
77 Why do YOU hate Podshow?
05 Mar 2007
Contributed by Lukas
I change format today because I have a serious point to make. If we are the NEW MEDIA, we have the RESPONSIBILITY to RECOGNIZE that the Microphone h...
76 Free Podcast Promotion Tools
26 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave follows up on last week's show with some tips from Don Lewis of http://www.thebigbreakpodcast.com/ and Sallie from www.author-izer.com as we try ...
75 Skype Vs Inline Patch by JK Audio
19 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about the $270 he spent on an Inline Patch from JK Audio a few years ago has not produced better results than the $25 a year he pays for Sk...
74 More Podcasting Mistakes
13 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave continues on with a few other mistakes that Podcasters may be making: 1. SHOW ME THE MONEY- The person who doesn't even have a podcast topic, bu...
73 Common Podcast Mistakes
07 Feb 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about some common podcasting mistakes these include: Making your first impression by apologizing for not putting out a show. Remember ther...
72 Understanding RSS and XML
29 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
In this podcast I answer one of the most frequently asked quesitons. "What is RSS, and why do I get jibberish when I click this orange thing?" Dave a...
71 Repeat Exposure For a Dime
22 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave went back to colllege this week (but is still completely available to help new podcasters). He had a very difficult time getting bookmarks for hi...
70 How to Record A Skype Call
15 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about cross promotion, different samplg rates, and how he records a skype call. Special thanks to Jeff Lamb of www.buffalodick.tv for the ...
69 Cross Promoting Your Podcast
09 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about how easy it is (and free) to cross promote your podcast. This is helped by networking with other podcasters who have similar podcasts...
68 Using Libsyn and Podpress
02 Jan 2007
Contributed by Lukas
Dave gets some more feedback on shaping your image with a podcast (as some feel www.betterdave.com is not the right image for Dave), and he answers a ...
67: Did You Really Say That? - Storytelling Podcasts
26 Dec 2006
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dave talks about the potential pitfalls of a diary - storytelling podcast. He started a new podcast Building a Better Dave. Keep in mi...
66 Common Validation Errors
19 Dec 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about common mistakes that you can make that willcause errors inyour RSS feed. SponsorOnline Meetings Made Easy with GoToMeeting.com Try ...
65 The Results are In! - Promotional Postcard Tool
12 Dec 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave provides the results from last week's poll, a promtional Post Card Tool along with a podcasting idea. The One Minute How To PodcastA quick, fun...
64 Surveying Your Listeners For Free - And Podcasting Report
04 Dec 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about a new Podcasting Reporthttp://www.pewinternet.org/pdfs/PIP_Podcasting.pdfDave mentions how you can find out information fromyour audi...
63 Podcaster Toolkit
28 Nov 2006
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode Dave talks about a new service that allows you to use Paypal and raise money towards a goal (might be great around expo time when you'...
62 Pre Interview Tactics
21 Nov 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about how to conduct a PRE interview, we get a last 5 in 5 from Larry of daily-journal.com and Dave also points out that Google has a great...
61 Libsyn Pro Explained
14 Nov 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave explains his abscence last week, comments on some comments, and we get a "last 5 in 5" from Corey of the Twisted Pickle. If you are looking for ...
60 The Cons of Post Dating Podcasts - Library Podcast Promotion
30 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about finding your target listener at the library and leaving them a path back to your podcast. We also get a "last 5 in 5" from Sallie at ...
59 Podcasting Around the Holidays Without Missing a Beat
24 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
The holidays can be such a rush. Shopping, school events, travel, etc make the "Tour of Christmas 06" something that can make you tired jsut thinking ...
58: International Podcasting Expo - Attend in Your Jammies
16 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about all the cool stuff they've added to the International Podcasting Expo including a life time liscense to Pamela (Skype Plugin). “O...
57: Reviewing the Levelator Software
09 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave reviews the new Free software "The Levelator" software (free for both PC and Mac). He uses a quick snippet from the Entrepreneurs Journey at http...
56: Expo Toy Roundup Part I
03 Oct 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave crawls back to the microphone after a fun week in California. Some folks I mentioned Jason Van Orden (http://www.podcastingunderground.com/ ) an...
55: Never Podcast on 4 Hours Sleep
25 Sep 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks the upcoming expo in Ontario California and why should be ready to take advantage of the opportunity. It's humour cast as Dave is really, r...
54: Hey! Let's Start ANOTHER Podcast! - THINK FIRST
18 Sep 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave has been track EXCATLY how long it takes to make a podcast. This includes: Researching storiesOrganzing show notes for recordingRecorind the Pod...
53: Cross Promotion For Music Podcasts
11 Sep 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave reminds people about Podshow Music Rewind. It's very easy to cross promote your pdocast in front of other music lovers. Check out their submissio...
52 Priming the Listener Pump
05 Sep 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about supporting listeners comments from a Customer Service stand point. He also points out a hidden trick that "regular" radio uses to get...
51: This Headset Sounds Like Ass
28 Aug 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave is using an Altec Lansing AHS302i Headset Microphone and is not really impressed. We also talk about the proper sequence of recording a "post p...
50 Enhancing Your Content with Music and Sound Effects
21 Aug 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Used appropriately, music and sound effects can really enhance your CONTENT. Dave shares his feelings as he has quit listening to some podcasts as t...
49: New Podsafe Music Resource, Marantz MD 600 Review
14 Aug 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave talks about www.sellmusicdirect.com a new podsafe music resource. It's takes a CD from manufacturing all the way through distribution and its emb...
48: It's Summer Let's Go Toobin'
07 Aug 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave interviews Charter Harkins one of the creators of of Innertoob.com a cool tool for Podcasters to boost communication, increase search engine sear...
47: Quickly Making Audio Comments Podcast Ready
31 Jul 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 s...
46 My Feed Was Hijacked - Interactive Podcasts
25 Jul 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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. H...
45: Dave Goes Dingy - Podcast Promotion Ideas
17 Jul 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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...
44: Interview CEO of Voiceindigo John Mayerhofer
10 Jul 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave interviews John Mayerhofer the CEO of www.Voiceindigo.com a service that will help deliver your podcast to phones. Dave mentions a new segmen...
43: Podcast Awards - Is Your RSS Validated? SURPRISE!
06 Jul 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 wa...
42: Tricks of the Podcasting Masters: Rob Walch Interview
03 Jul 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave interviews Rob of www.podcast411.com about the Book that he co-authored with Murr Lafferty (www.ishouldbewriting.com ) and other podcasts). Rob ...
41 The Art of the Interview - Martin Perlich Interview
26 Jun 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 guid...
40: Is Content Really King? Allen Stewart Part II
19 Jun 2006
Contributed by Lukas
In part 2 of my interview with Allen Stewart of www.themarketerspodcast.com Allen talks about his Podcasting has boosted his business, and the questio...
39: Marketing 101 With Allen Stewart of the Marketer's Podcast
12 Jun 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 ma...
38 Can Podcasters Make Money with Affiliate Links? Audio Technica 2020 Review
05 Jun 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 Revie...
Avoiding Cease and Desist Letters with Rich Palmer
29 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Dave asks the question, "What are you using to stay organized?" as he had accidentally missplaced his interview with Rich Palmer of www.audiogumshoe.c...
36 Audio Technica 20/20 - and The iRiver T30 Fooled Me
20 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
35 iRiver T30 Vs 899 Comparison
15 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
34 Saving 60 Bucks a Year with Podcaster News Network
08 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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)...
33 Understanding Feedburner Stats, and Other Great Promotional Tools
01 May 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 e...
32 iPodcomments and Expo Reflections
24 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 audienc...
31: Contest Tips - Win a Free Subscription - See You at the Expo
21 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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...
30 Should I buy an iPod? - Getting Along in the Community
19 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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. ...
29 Quick Updates - New Podcasting Magazines
10 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 we...
28 Interview with Dan Kuykendall of PodPress
03 Apr 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 t...
27 Live Vs Post Production Sam Wealer Triyo.com (formerly PhpFM)
28 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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.Ja...
26 Promote Your Podcast with Feedblitz
20 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
25: ID3 Tags It's All About The Listener
13 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Length 18 Minutes Intro: www.urbankook.com Promo review www.womengrow.org Random Linkhttp://www.softpointer.com/AudioShell.htm More inform...
24 Recording Tips From a Sound Engineer
06 Mar 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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...
23: Podcastertoolbar and Podcast Pickle Update
27 Feb 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Length 22 MinutesAdd me To your favorites at the Podcast Pickle Podcast Pickle Community Dave introduces a new resource for Podcasters at www.podcaste...
22: Building Your Audience With Interviews
21 Feb 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 complimen...
21: Poo Poo on Podcasting? 2006 is Still Kicking Ass
14 Feb 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Length 9:30 Sites Mentioned: www.podcastingnews.com Before you say, "Podcasting is losing its steam, you better check your facts."
20: Making an Attention Grabbing Podcast Promo
06 Feb 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 mistak...
19 Beware of Pod Oil Salesmen - You Can Make Money With Podcasting!
30 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Length 13 MinutesDave gives you tips on purchasing Podcasting products. There are big time Internet gurus (who do not have a podcast) who are marketin...
Audio Merge and Groups and Mics
26 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
www.audiomerge.com
17: Kiptronic and Libsyn Sitting in a Tree
24 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
16: Developing Relationships to Promote Your Podcast
17 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
Length 9:10 Dave discusses the basics of approaching someone to partner and help promote your podcast. Sites MentionedMy New MY SPACE Pagefeedplayer.c...
15: (Podcast) Survey Says! Podcast and Listener Survey Results
06 Jan 2006
Contributed by Lukas
In this issue Dave reveals some of the answers from the Podcaster and Listener Survey Take Podcaster Survey Take Listener Survey
14: What Makes a Good Podcast
27 Dec 2005
Contributed by Lukas
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 ...
13: PODSHOW is NOT the Devil
19 Dec 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Length 12 Minutes Show notes at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Get 50% off your first month with coupon of "santa" Sites Mentioned www.podcastingne...
12: Music in Podcasts - P.W. Fenton Insights
12 Dec 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Length: 20 Minutes Opening by Sean Rogers of the Business Intelligence Network Digital Flotsam can be found at www.digitalflotsam.org Rand...
11: You Don't Have to Be Old to Be Wise
05 Dec 2005
Contributed by Lukas
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...
10: Podcast Promototion: Is Your Cart Before the Horse?
28 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Length: 16 Minutes Topics Book Review "The Absolute Beginners Guide to Podcasting" Switchpod Interview (web hosting company) Podcast Promotion:...
9: How Long Should a Podcast Be?
21 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Intro by KFC from the Podchick Podcast Sites Mentioned: www.taldia.com Get the Newspaper read to you. The David Lawrence Show Premium Podcasti...
8: Feedburner Booth Interview
18 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
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...
7: Podcasting Will Change the World
15 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Length: 15 Minutes Dave talks about some reflections of some of the more frequently asked questions that he heard at the Podcast Expo. Intro: w...
The Podcasting Age: We're Not Crawling Anymore!
09 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Length 7 MinutesDave discusses a different point of view on the RIAA becoming more nervous about Podcasting. Resouces Mentionedwww.beats365.comBlue Sn...
5 Free MP3 Tool - Focus on Recording
08 Nov 2005
Contributed by Lukas
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 fre...
4: Recording Techniques - Mixcraft Insights
31 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
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...
3: How Strong Is Your Bladder (Stupid Human Trick)
24 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
Tip: "Broadcast Using Your Morning Voice" Resources Mentioned Crank City Music Resources added to "The School of Podcasting" More Dire...
2: Make Your Podcast a "MUST HEAR"
19 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
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 ex...
1: First Podcasts Always Stink
12 Oct 2005
Contributed by Lukas
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 Announce...