Better Podcasting: Live Chat

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: We're going to by 1 week late with the return of Better Podcasting: Main Show Podcasting while sick Anchor becoming "Spotify for Podcasters" Anchor tools coming to all podcasters Why are people so passionate about the technical definition of a podcast? Th...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: SP upgrades his working hard drive (SSD) Rendering/Uploading at 4K Rodecaster Pro 2 freezing YouTube Music Podcasts Sorry industry, you lost the battle on the term 'podcast' Libsyn financial update How can you help get better at podcasting? Analyzing host...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: This week's Rodecaster Pro 2 Update Stephen may have decided on a mic arm The problem with high resolution and monitor scaling RCP2 latency Processing effects in post Shortening the intro/opening to your podcast Zoom P4 and why it's a great product for th...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: Using ChatGPT for your podcast Asking ChatGPT about SP Follow-up about last week's test and EQ Quiet podcasters vs Loud podcasters SP's (almost) conclusion of the Rodecaster Pro 2 saga (and a live unboxing) Stephen realizes he's had a long standing Rodeca...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: Stephen uses the RE320, Rode Procaster and Audio-Technica BP40 SP uses the ZDM-1 Stephen might want a new scissor arm SP concedes to the Rodecaster RMA A new StreamYard feature Twitter API changes might have an impact on podcast promo Stephen got an even...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: Our (continued) weird-timed invalid YouTube content ID Why we were on hiatus longer than planned We shift to a seasons format Update on things we talked about Back in Episode 40 Reflecting on reducing our December schedule even more SP on-the-fly micropho...

In this quick update, we'll tell you about the return of Better Podcasting Live Chat, what our new format will be, and we'll let you know what we've been up to elsewise Better Podcasting related. We hope you can join us on Wednesday, February 1, 2023 when we kick off Season 2 of Better Podcasting: Live Chat (which will release the following Sunday). The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Our weird-timed invalid YouTube content ID We're taking a hiatus from Better Podcasting and Better Podcasting: Live Chat Stephen's reasons for taking a hiatus from podcasting SP's reasons for taking a hiatus from Better Podcasting Why we chose to take a hiatus now, inst...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: SP uses the Zoom P4 this week SP's first thoughts after using the Zoom P4 Vox media to acquire Hot Pod Using your phone as an interface The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat episodes can be found at http://livechat.betterpodcasting.com . You can check out the...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Stephen purchased the Elgato Wave Arm LP A listener loved Reaper Audio dramas have a good a use for Hindenburg SP gives his first thoughts on Podcast Movement The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat episodes can be found at http://livechat.betterpodcasting.com...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Pinecast's Icebox feature Stephen double posted our podcast New Elgato products Taking a break from your podcast Our history of posting in the wrong feed The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat episodes can be found at http://livechat.betterpodcasting.com . You...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: An update on the most recent Audacity troubles What is a software fork? Backblaze Price Increases Rodecaster Pro transfer issues Xsplit text problems After 10+ years of podcast, what do we wish we were better at? The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat episodes...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Stephen was definitely affected by the recent "Heat dome" heatwave How weather can affect your podcast Is the Zoom Podtrak P4 considered an audio interface? Mobile podcasting in your car Reaper vs Audacity for editing Planning the rest of your podcast year The back cata...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Using smart items for your podcast endeavors Apple Podcasts Subscriptions is live - is it worth it for hobby podcasters? Audio dramas are unique in podcasting Recording issues during Legends of SHIELD Stephen is skeptical of new podcast service marketing emails Will it...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: SP's Internet Issues How we lucked out recording Better Podcasting Stephen's Chair Hunt OBS Ninja has changed its name Reinstalling a Podcast Computer Stephen tried playing podcasts on Alexa Managing EQ on different devices Tagging Podcasts The back catalog of Better Po...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Podcast awards are no longer for the independents What does lossless music mean for podcasting? Apple Podcasts connect troubles Multistreaming solutions New podcast promotion plans What about a Sundance for independent podcasters? Stephen's brother is disappointed The b...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: How we handled a delay of Better Podcasting due to a family emergency Stephen created a gag for Better Podcasting to add a second voice An update on SP's issues with Podcasts Connect New podcast chairs Facebook podcast app A new intro song for Live Chat? What would our...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Apple Podcasts Connect Changes Feedburner Changes Amazon Buds Refresh Spotify RSS Changes Rodecaster Pro Update (Again) Graphics card requirements for streaming Stephen irritated a listener Social Media Can Be Hard The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat episod...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Our previous episode's issues, and the irony of a mute button discussion 4th Annual Canadian Podcast Awards SP is still searching for a new mixer Issues with the term Podcast Producer Stephen is revisiting the Rodecaster Pro (initial findings) Choosing an SD card New fu...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Is it better to start with a higher media host plan, or smaller? Are mute buttons worth it? Rolls MS111 mute update Spotify may overtake Apple Podcasts by end of 2021 Apple Podcasts relaxing 300 episode limit The Ambies podcast nomination list Potential pitfalls of a Ro...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Avoiding podfade from the start Using voice talent for an intro/outro Upgrading to a new SSD DDoS attacks Ecamm Skype recorder on M1 Spotify to test paid subscriptions via Anchor Google Podcasts has irritated Stephen again The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Cha...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Fireside vs Fireside Choosing Your Default Podcast App in iOS Fair Use For Podcasters AverMedia Live Streamer Cam 313 - Stephen tried it ATH M40X vs M50x vs Shure 840 Community Moderating The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat episodes can be found at http://l...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: Few podcasts are making money There is still room for hobby podcasts Keeping two podcasts separate Really bad podcasts, what we can learn Zoom L8/L12 issues with AMD processors The back catalog of Better Podcasting: Live Chat episodes can be found at http://livechat.bet...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: SP's 2021 Planning Macbook M1 Purchase Libsyn is not implementing Podcast 2.0 Specs A listener tried the ZDM1 - what do they think? Streamyard acquired by Hopin OBS Ninja Updates Google Podcast Directory Stephen is turning in to Al? The back catalog of Better Podcasting...

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A chat that happens every other week. Topics this week include: We'll have a break in schedule Update about SP's modem switch Virtual ceremonies get suspended, why this matters for your podcast Landing page for your content Issues with OBS Ninja MS111 mute switch problems (and how Stephen might have fixed it) Another video gag for t...