Videos

Dyke Michaels and Zach Roan of HarderBrunch are my guests, discussing the unique blend of comedy, food, and community their show offers. They started recording on a cell phone and have grown into hosting themed events and a summer camp by embodying passion and hospitality in podcasting. The conversation covers…

Join us for an in person episode of Podcasting and Platforms as we explore building friendships through podcasting with the guys from HarderBrunch. 🌟 Event: Podcasting and Platforms LIVE Podcast! 🗓️ Date: March 23, 2024. Networking with other podcasters starts at 11 AM, Episode recording at 12 PM 📍 Location:…

Join us for the first live and in-person episode of Podcasting and Platforms as we begin to explore the future of podcasting: connecting people locally and in-person. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5428934796115968

Ben Cannon and MP Cavalier from the 'Let's Play 10' podcast join me to discuss the strategies and ethos behind the successful growth of their podcast, particularly emphasizing the need for community building. Their unique approach to showcasing unlicensed music from lesser-known artists around the world, their take on their…

In this episode of Podcasting and Platforms, Cait Reynolds from "Drunk Mythology Gals" asks how she can optimize her podcast SEO. Cait shares her journey in podcasting and the challenges with social media promotion, SEO, and deciding the future direction of her podcast. We also explore using AI tools to…

I speak with Brittany Wilkins, the host of "The Coin: Black History on the Other Side" and the founder of Historians Connect. We discuss Brittany's journey as a podcaster and her podcast's unique focus on lesser-known aspects of black history. Brittany shares her process of researching, writing scripts, and using…

In this episode of Podcasting and Platforms, I discuss the different website platforms I've used for my podcast. I started with WordPress but soon felt constrained by its limitations. Then, I tried Substack, which I found user-friendly but ran into some security hurdles. After facing challenges getting support from Substack’s…

Brad Miller started podcasting in 2012 and founded a new podcast convention for Hoosiers named PodINDY. Podcasting Hall of Fame Dave Jackson will be speaking, as well as yours truly. It will be held from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM ET on Saturday, November 4, 2023, at HeavenEarth Church in…

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Chris Spangle has been podcasting since 2007 and has hosted over 3,200 hours of shows while editing and uploading 20,000 episodes for 52 million downloads on dozens of shows and counting. With his unparalleled experience, he takes you behind the curtain of launching your platform with a podcast as its…

When is it fair to use someone else's content, and how? What are some new ethical principles streamers and content creators should use when taking copywritten material to create something new? Harry Price and I weigh in using a video from Mutahar of SomeOrdinaryGamers. XQC And I Had a Big…

It's our live Q&A show where you can ask anything about podcasting or content creation. My guest tonight is Sean Grady, host of the Environmental Transformation Podcast.

In this episode, we address a question from Alan Cogan about finding a clear direction for your podcast. Alan shares his struggle with focusing on the quality of the look and sound of his podcast, but not the content itself. We discuss the importance of understanding your voice, serving your…

In this episode, I answer Kai McGinnis's question about cost-effective, low-knowledge barrier-to-entry Digital Audio Workstations (DAWs) for recording and editing. I review DAWs like Audacity, Adobe Audition, GarageBand, and others for podcast recording and editing. I also share essential tips for recording, such as avoiding recording to computer hard drives…

Is it too late to start a podcast? Chris Spangle explains why now is the best time to start one. This is our first live-streaming episode, so please leave a question. We'd love to answer your questions in the Q&A portion of the show.

Chris Spangle discusses the common concern of whether it's too late to start a podcast, how to get the first 100 listeners, and how to find a good co-host. He shares statistics on podcast growth, active podcasts, and the saturation of different niches. Comparing podcasting to other media platforms, Chris…

How can a podcast support your business? Podcasts offer a cheap and personal way for small business owners to connect with their customers and generate leads. WISH-TV 8's show Business, Equity and Opportunities featured my advice on leveraging a podcast for lead generation, content marketing, and consistency. Watch "Including Podcasts…

Jocelyn recently wrote on our Instagram (@podcastingap) and asked about creating something visual for YouTube. She said that it was exhausting and that she only did one segment. So how important is it to make a video version of audio content for YouTube podcasts? Creating a video for YouTube can…

Chris Spangle explains why every business needs a podcast as part of its content marketing plan. 1. Land meetings with potential clients you might not otherwise have an opportunity to meet. 2. Build a relationship with potential customers and existing clients in a more intimate medium - It’s more personal…

Check out the recap of the first Indy Podcast Mixer. Podcasting and Platforms and Lightbound Studios team together to host a social event for Hoosier podcasters. Join dozens of other local podcasters at the Indy Podcast Mixer. Sign up for details on the next event at www.indianapodcasters.com. If you are…

Audio podcasts are fairly cheap and easy to produce, but the video adds a lot of complexity. Is it worth it? In this episode, I'll discuss the pros and cons of adding video to your podcasting. Pros 1. Social Media is your main marketing channel, and they’ve prioritized video. 2.…

The name of the show is Podcasting and Platforms... What the heck is a platform? Chris Spangle explains why a podcast is no longer just an MP3 in an RSS feed. Find the links to the recommended equipment in The Toolbox. – www.podcastingandplatforms.com/toolbox/ Be sure to grab your guide to…