The Jag Show: Podcast Tips, Tricks, and Best Practices

I'm joined today by a blast from the past - Michelle O'Dell, whom I worked with in Burlington Vermont from 2007-2011.  She's beginning on the path I set out on a little while back - moving from radio to podcasting.   We talk about the transition, how other radio folks can do it, and we reminisce a little bit about our time at WXXX-FM - 95 Triple X. Find jag on social media @JAGPodcastProductions o...

A quick recap of what's happened in podcasting this week. The big news: Google Podcasts is finally available on iPhone and iPad iOS operating systems. It appears the podcast rush in this time of "social distancing" may have finally lit a fire under Google, which has been lagging behind in the space.   However, there may be some hiccups, as James Cridland explains in Thursday's issue of Podnews - a...

Since the recommendations to limit non-essential travel and requests for social distancing, I have temporarily stopped recording on site with clients. And while I'd love to be in the same room with someone when I record a podcast, it's simply not feasible at this time.  Today I want to provide some recommendations on equipment and strategy for recording a podcast remotely. Microphones (most expens...

Today, we  open with Edison Research's Infinite Dial Survey,  released yesterday, with big numbers for podcasting: 212 million Americans (75%) are now familiar with the term “podcasting.” 155 million (55%) have listened to a podcast. 104 million (37%) are monthly podcast listeners. 68 million (24%) are weekly podcast listeners. On average, weekly podcast listening is up to 6 hours, 39 minutes. Wee...

In the US, we've finally hit a tipping point with regard to Coronavirus concern.  And among all the talk of staying home, avoiding large gathering, cancelled sporting events, and working remotely - could this be podcasting's watershed moment? Now, I don't want to seem insensitive to the millions that have been and will be affected by this global pandemic.   However, the ability to record, fine tun...

Over the weekend, at a college reunion, my buddy Rob asked me when I was going to do another podcast. He was waiting! It was this encounter that reminded me I need to get back into doing my show.  So in this trailer for season 3, I recap the conversation and give credit to where everything started - WJPZ Syracuse. Follow me on the social platform of your choice @JAGinDetroit Email me: JAG@JAGinDet...

Find all of us online: Jon Gay - JAG in Detroit Podcasts Shannon Cason - Shannon Cason Website Robin Kinnie - Motor City Woman Becky Scarcello - The D Brief Joe Saul-Sehy - Stacking Benjamins Zak Rosen - Local 4 Detroit and Shattered Podcast The Detroit Writing Room Find jag on social media @JAGPodcastProductions or online at JAGPodcastProductions.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See...

In September, I hosted an A-Z Seminar at the Detroit Writing Room on how to launch a podcast, covering statistics, best practices, and software/equipment recommendations.  I recorded the audio, for release as this podcast. If you'd like to see the full presentation, with slides, you can view it here . Find jag on social media @JAGPodcastProductions or online at JAGPodcastProductions.com Hosted by...

Wednesday night's reboot of Beverly Hills 90210 reminded me of two cardinal rules. Know your audience, and keep it simple. The show excelled at one, and failed at the other. Find jag on social media @JAGPodcastProductions or online at JAGPodcastProductions.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

This week I brought my beautiful RodeCaster Pro studio to 2 different potential clients. The sleekness of this box really impressed both of them, and the buzz around podcasting did the rest. People's "BS" meters run high, and they are very skeptical of hyperbole. But when something is genuinely buzzworthy, it's time to take advantage. Mentioned in this week's episode: RodeCaster Pro stud...

Apples new podcast categories are live - don't freak out, but here's what you need to do. Also, that feeling of guilt when you have too much on your DVR? Now that's coming to the podcasting world. Additional Resources: Dave Jackson Video on How to Update Your Categories 2008 CNN Article on TiVo Guilt Find jag on social media @JAGPodcastProductions or online at JAGPodcastProductions.com Hosted by S...

You wouldn't think that the New York Times, producer of one of the world's most successful podcasts, would question the industry as whole? But they did, in an embarrassing way, and the podcast world stood up and took notice. Also Thursday, it was reported that Apple is starting to reach out to media companies about producing content exclusively for Apple. This may have applications for the Apple T...

For a full transcription of this episode, visit this episode on my website: https://jagindetroit.com/radiotopodcasting More show resources: Final Loren and Wally Show (Podcast) - Loren's thank you begins at 11:05. Video of Bret Michaels dedicating "Something to Believe In" to my buddy Bill Leaf. Meeting my "Holy Trinity" of celebrities (Pic) Find jag on social media @JAGPodcast...

As I've started my own podcasting company, Jag in Detroit, I decided it would be best to focus The Jag Show podcast on the field - and business - of podcasting. In the first episode of season 2, I cover the basics of starting a podcast. Who should do a podcast? Why should you do one? What's a host? Do you need an editor? What are the different schools of thoughts on all of these? For more info on...

Season 2 of the The Jag Show Podcast is coming soon, where we will keep tabs on all topics related to the podcast industry. For now, here's a sample of the imaging/production I've done for other podcasts. Find jag on social media @JAGPodcastProductions or online at JAGPodcastProductions.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use o...