EPISODE 133 - CO-HOST - Danielle Meadows-Stinnett - A.I. Tools, She Podcasts, Women of Color in Tech The More Than Graphics Podcast is a virtual safe space to share memories, hard truth-telling and life chronicles surrounding women in both the Tech and Creative industries. Listen to women of color, Team MTG: Danielle x Cicely x Priscilla and guests as they embark on a round table journey of finding ones tribe. As we amplify the voices of today’s up and coming talents and thought leaders we challenge our listeners to honestly engage in ways to unlock mental and emotional roadblocks to success. Collectively we acknowledge the ‘work on self’ required to achieve true success. https://lexoctane.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E132 - CO-HOST - Tiffany Bell - New Podcaster Questions - Launch, Cost, Time and Community Tiffany is looking to take her social media interactions into the podcasting world. Her mission is to help build community and to serve others! We talk about launching a podcast, how many episodes are required to launch a show, audio vs video podcasting for new podcasters, we talk cost and technology plus much more! If you are looking to launch a podcast, remember, your community might include people who want to help and to support you - they can offer their time, talent or treasure, you just need to put it out to your community, what you need and how they can help you with your podcast! Pastor Tiffany Bell is a powerful and dynamic speaker who has been changing lives with her story and compassion for over two decades. At the age of 22, pastor Tiffany had a radical conversion and encounter with Jesus Christ that would change her life forever! Since that time, she has committed her life to spreading the message of hope and God's transforming power around the world!Pastor Tiffany was raised just outside of Charleston South Carolina. As a child, she saw the hand of God protect and keep her despite being raised in the home of a backslidden pastor turned drug dealer! Surrounded by drugs and abuse, she managed to build and receive strength from a God she had not known or met. Little did she know it then, but God had big plans for her.In her early 20s Tiffany was invited to attend an Assembly of God church service. There, she decided to give God a try. With nothing to lose, she gained the world. That night, she told the Lord, “yes”. Since that night, her passion for souls has continued to grow.Shortly after that fate-filled night at the Assembly of God Church, Pastor Tiffany Bell began an intense discipleship training. Within a couple of months, God was already opening doors for her to begin to mentor others. She began teaching addiction recovery classes using the Teen Challenge curriculum. Faithful to the call, she would soon become actively involved as a youth pastor. A few years later, God opened up an opportunity to plant a church where she would be co-pastor. Through community outreach and discipleship she was able to see a church plant grow from nothing to over 60 strong before God launched her into her next season.Today, Pastor Tiffany Bell and her husband Apostle Dr. Howard Bell spearhead an international ministry called, “Yielded Life”. This ministry spans the globe through social media, television and live events. Together they spread the message of how Yielding to God, through the posture of love, will Awaken Identity, Activate Purpose and Ignite Destiny! https://yieldedlife.org/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 131 - Travis Robbins - Starting a Podcast and Building Community Around His Plans to Walk From South Africa to Russia Starting a podcast can be a big task - lots of moving pieces, small details and tasks. There is planning and strategy, mapping out everything that you need to start your show - now imagine doing that, while planning your walk from Cape Town South Africa to Russia. Travis is here to "walk us through" his new podcast journey, his book and the plans he has for his 2024 walk. It is all about the details and building community! https://www.theconnectionodyssey.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/travis-connection-odyssey ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E130 - Dianne Burckhardt - A Novel Idea For Her Author Podcast Guests, YouTube for Podcasters, Podcast Community Building Join award-winning, indie author chats with fellow authors and industry insiders around the world about their work, inspirations, greatest challenges, and triumphs. Writing is often the easy part, and the real work begins once the author writes, "The End." Dianne and her guests shed light on what it takes to be a successful author in today's markets whether as an indie author or traditionally published. Dianne's guests share their insights on their personal journeys to creating a successful writing career. They discuss everything from their writing process, common obstacles in publishing today, marketing, customer engagement, and resources that have helped them create engaging content, connect with their readers, and so much more! Wednesdays are better with a little good book banter . . . join us for chats that are entertaining, uplifting, and help you find new books to feed your soul! Dianne Burckhardt is current publishing a historical fiction series, The Into the West Saga Serial under pen name Stephen Burckhardt. There are six book in publication with the final instalment coming in Podcast - Book Banter With Dianne Burckhardt https://pod.link/1613370664 https://www.burckhardtbooks.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/

EPISODE 129 - CO-HOSTS - Angela and Stephanie from The Ink Mages Podcast - Co-Hosting is a great way to start a podcast Angela and Stephanie join as co-hosts, co-hosting on this episode! We talk about - the co-hosting dance that happens on the microphone, - how to plan out your episode, - cues to keep the conversation going - how to stay organized - how to not step on the toes of your co-host during recording - sharing the work - podcast distribution opportunities over and above YouTube and Spotify On the Ink Mages Podcast, Angela and Stephanie discuss all things fantasy, story craft, myths & legends, and imaginative stories. Join us for nerdy book talk and author interviews. https://www.youtube.com/@TheInkMages/about ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

EPISODE 128 - CO-HOST - Tonya Wollum - Audio vs Video, YouTube, Tools We Use, Stats and Being Everywhere The Water Prairie Chronicles is the result of the experiences we’ve been through as our children have grown up with different types of disabilities. We’ve lived in several states during the years when they were younger, and we know firsthand how difficult it is to get connected with the resources you need when you’re trying to parent a child with disabilities. No matter if your child has a medical condition, a physical challenge, or an invisible disability, we want the Water Prairie Chronicles podcast and website to be a resource you can come to for support and encouragement. We are creating video podcasts of interviews with individuals who have grown up with a disability to show parents the possible path their child might follow. These interviews will include information about how the individual accommodated their unique needs during school and advice they want to pass on to parents and children who have similar life challenges. We’ll also include interviews with organizations and professionals who may be good resources for the families the Water Prairie Chronicles is trying to serve. https://www.reddit.com/user/waterprairie/?rdt=59111 https://www.buymeacoffee.com/waterprairie ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠

EPISODE 127 - Listener Feedback Question - What is Upspeak and Vocal Fry and Why We Should Talk About It What is vocal fry? Vocal fry is the lowest register (tone) of your voice characterized by its deep, creaky, breathy sound. When you speak, your vocal cords naturally close to create vibrations as air passes between them. Like a piano or guitar string, these vibrations produce sound (your voice). When you breathe, your vocal cords are relaxed and open to let air pass through freely, which doesn’t produce any sound. When you use vocal fry, you relax your vocal cords but do not increase the amount of air you’re pushing past your vocal cords, which produces slower vibrations and ultimately results in the lower creaky sound. Whether you use it or not, vocal fry is a pattern of voice use that does not cause harm to your voice. However, if you’re not satisfied with your voice, a speech-language pathologist can help improve its quality. These methods train you to produce a stronger, more powerful voice. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/is-vocal-fry-ruining-my-voice What Is Upspeak? Upspeak, also known as uptalk or high rising terminal (HRT), is a linguistic occurrence in which a speaker uses a rising inflection at the end of a declarative sentence. This rising intonation at the end of the sentence makes a statement sound like a question. In 1993, journalist James Gorman established the term “upspeak” in a New York Times article. In pop culture, upspeak is known as “valley girl speak,” a social class stereotype popularized in the ‘80s as a riff on the dialect of upper-middle-class young women from the valleys of Southern California. Overusing upspeak in your speech becomes monotonous for listeners and may indicate a lack of confidence, as every statement becomes a question. While linguists have derided the use of uptalk, some high-profile figures have embraced it. https://www.masterclass.com/articles/upspeak-explained ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E126 - Listener Question - Should I Start a Live Podcast, A Video Podcast or and Audio Only Show Chris left a message about I am thinking of starting a podcast. Chris was wondering what the best path is to start on. Should he start an audio only podcast, a video podcast or a live show? Chris asked if I have ever considered doing a live podcast? In this episode we look at where the easiest place is to start. As in all things in life, it depends! If you are gifted with video, then a video podcast makes sense based on what you already know - if you are a live gamer, than a live podcast might be great - I, unfortunately am neither of those! So I choose audio only to start. A few reasons why... Audio is widely available to the majority of consumers without hurdles to consume your podcast - you reach is wider and evergreen. Your hosting site might charge you by file size per episode - audio file sizes are lower than video thus saving you money. Video and Live Podcasting include extras - cameras, lights, streaming software, strong internet connection, money etc. If you are new and have very little budget this might makes thing difficult for you starting out. Live podcasting to me, based on the limited live podcasts that I have attended (there in lies one big problem - I am busy when they go live) tends to lean toward podcasters that seem bored with the audio only podcasts that they have been creating for a long time. It is the new shiny thing and when they host a live podcast they seem distracted, unfocused, unedited and all over the place leaving us audio only listeners in the dark as to what is going on. "Look at this mic" "Check out this image" "Charlie in the chat just made a great comment" (but we don't hear Charlie's comment, ever) Podcasting from day one was built on anyone can speak to everyone, anytime, anywhere and how the audience wants to listen. Video and live have limited ways to hear/see the podcast - so there in lies the problem that I have with ignoring the audio only podcast listeners - the moment we purposefully alienate potential listeners becomes the opposite of what podcasting was designed to do. Audio is where I would start based on my audience, my skill level and my current financial situation - be realistic and inclusive to all! ... and for all things podcasting, edit your live and video podcasts for those listening later on an audio platform - don't be a lazy podcaster - we see you! ___ ⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠

E125 - CO-HOST - Doug Beitz - Understanding Your Niche, Staying Organized and Rebounding From a Needed Break in Podcasting Podcast - Intuitive Conversations with Doug https://pod.link/1593172364 Over the past 6 years Doug has been on a journey of developing his Inner Mission (Intuition). He's watched men misjudge situations, only to hear them say, "I knew I shouldn't have done that". Why didn't they listen to their gut feel, that inner knowing, inner voice, call it what you want?Doug is passionate about men following their inner guidance, and invites them to join him and special guests here each week as they discusses simple ways to do that. https://dougbeitz.com/ ___ ⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠

A Podcast Lesson from an Apple - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips You can count the number of seeds in an apple, but you can't count the number of apples in a seed! Podcasting can have an impact, far reaching and beyond your wildest dreams! Start your show! Share your message to the world without the fear of judgement from experts that will tell you that you are doing it WRONG! Podcasting is for everyone, podcasting is for you! ___ ⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠

E124 - Steve Lubetkin - A History Lesson in Podcasting, How Healthy is Podcasting and What Lies Ahead Steve Lubetkin is managing partner of The Lubetkin Media Companies, an award-winning producer of documentary style radio, TV and other multimedia content distributed over the Internet as podcasts. He also serves as news director and principal reporter for the firm's StateBroadcastNews.com division, which produces news content for media outlets. He is the anchor of the weekly commercial real estate news podcast, "The CRE News Hour," available on StateBroadcastNews.com, and provides a daily radio newscast to "Radio Jersey," a streaming radio show available on Mixcloud.com. From 2014-2019, he was the New Jersey and Philadelphia editor for GlobeSt.com, a commercial real estate news website, and a contributing editor to Real Estate Forum, its sister print publication. From 2017-2018, he was national broadcast correspondent for the relaunch of CEOReport.com, where he produced and anchored video interviews with corporate CEOs. Since 1996, he has written “CompuSchmooze,” a technology column in the Jewish Community Voice of Southern New Jersey (www.jewishvoicesnj.org). A seasoned technology futurist, Steve was one of the first journalists to use portable computer technology in the field when he reported on a Grateful Dead rock concert in 1977. He has included an email address on his business card since 1988. A nationally published writer and photojournalist, he is a member of the Online News Association, Radio & Television Digital News Association (RTNDA), National Press Photographers Association, the Society of Professional Journalists, and the Professional Photographers of America. He has won more than a dozen awards for video and audio news reporting from the Garden State Journalists Association. He is Accredited in Public Relations by the Public Relations Society of America and is a member of PRSA’s prestigious College of Fellows, and currently serves as vice president of digital technology for the Philadelphia Chapter of IABC. Steve holds an MBA from the University of Phoenix/ONLINE and a BA in Spanish and Philosophy (dual major) from Monmouth College (now Monmouth University), West Long Branch, NJ. The Book: The Business of Podcasting: How to Take Your Podcasting Passion from the Personal to the Professional This book is by two of the pioneers in podcasting: Donna Papacosta of Trafalgar Communications, host of the popular "Trafcom News Podcast" and an internationally known trainer and seminar leader; and Steve "@PodcastSteve" Lubetkin, founder of Professional Podcasts, one of the first podcast production companies and a division of The Lubetkin Media Companies LLC, an award-winning producer of business and organizational podcasts, with more than three quarters of a million downloads.Unlike other podcasting books that delve into the mechanics of creating a podcast, The Business of Podcasting tells you about the business side of podcasting: how to position clients' expertise through podcasting, the best business models, how to find clients, contracts, legal reviews, and much more. https://thebusinessofpodcasting.com/ ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E123 - CO-HOST - Brad Walsh - Guesting on Podcasting, Show Me Your Numbers and Uniting Canadian Podcasters Canadian Podcaster, Brad Walsh of Empowerography Podcast focuses his efforts on raising awareness for female entrepreneurs… Amazing to see a man who is dedicated to supporting women!  Curious to hear more? It’s time for a brand new Opportunity Knocks!! Brad Walsh was introduced to the world of photography at the young age of 17. At this time, there was no such thing as a consumer digital camera!! Brad explains the key that helped him discover himself… A 35mm film camera! From the high school darkroom, Brad admired the magic of seeing his visions come to life on photo paper right before his eyes. Additionally, Brad is the creator and host of the Empowerography Podcast. A podcast that enables women’s voices to be heard and to share their stories/journeys and successes in business or life with the hopes of helping other women who may be dealing with or going through similar struggles!! www.empowerographypodcast.com ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

EPISODE 122 - Podcast Tips for Being a Better Guest on Your Next Podcast - Learn From The Experiences of Others Being is guest on podcasts is a great way to strut your stuff, make valuable connections and share your message - here are some things to consider when reaching out to podcasts that you want to guest on... - unfortunately not all podcast hosts will respond in a timely manner (or at all) - have ONE call to action not 25! A website is $12 a year and you can build your website on Canva for free - so a linktree is not the best place to send people - a website is your spot on the internet that you control - have one place to send listeners and then populate your site with all the other links to where you are on social media - consider having a gift or free offer that isn't available to EVERYONE, just the listeners - you can track when listeners click through to your offer and it gives listeners a special bonus just for them! - Question - do I have to listen to a podcast before I guest on the show? Nope! Should you, Yes! Why? You will pick up on the tone, energy and vibe of the show which can be your super power as a guest when it is your turn! - When communicating with the host avoid canned copy/paste communications - personalize your pitches so that your email stands out in a crowded email inbox! - When pitching yourself to a podcast host - pitch content ideas for the show and how you would be a great guest to discuss the content that you suggested - not just your book. - During the podcast - answer the question that is asked of you and keep your answer short and valuable - let the host pull out further details about your answer instead of going on and on for 20 minutes for one simple question - have good tech if you want to be a frequent guest - a $50 usb mic and a pair of wired headphones will do wonders when you show up to record your podcast interview - be sure to record from a quiet spot with no distractions (turn off your phone!) - Show up for your guest spot as if you were about to walk onto the biggest stage of your life in front of thousands of people! This is a big opportunity, treat it as such. - Leverage other guests from the podcast you are guesting on - there maybe other guests that you can connect with now that you have both been on the same show - you never know where that might lead! - when pitching a podcast to be on as a guest - remember the podcast is not about you, it is about the audience, always! - Ask yourself - why am I guesting and what is the result that I am hoping for by being a guest - if you don't know the answer to that question - figure that out before your next pitch! - Thank your host before, during and after each opportunity - and lastly, be prepared - always ___ ⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠

EPISODE 121 - Podcast Host Tips For Interview Based Podcasts - Learn From The Experiences of Others Some suggestions for podcast hosts with guests! Compiled from some of my podcast buddies about interview guests on your podcast. - be sure to comment on your guests when they post on be a guest sites confirming to others how great your former guest is - your support as your guest looks for more podcasts to be on is super helpful - remember - you do not have to accept EVERY guest - be selective - Leverage pre/post show planning for each of your guest - pre-interview/planning sessions can be impactful and helpful to new podcast guests with limited experience - make your guest comfortable on your show - treat people well and the results will follow - server your guests - communicate with guest - give guests a brief synopsis of your show, the reason that they would be a good fit, and the benefit your guest will receive by being on your show - if a guest mentions a mentor, resource or helpful tool - reach out to that suggested resource and invite them on your show as well if it serves your audience - keep a running track sheet on guests - track all the processes of your show and keep track of guests that have been great or not so great - big take away - Podcasting is about THEM not YOU ___ ⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠

Should I have a One Sheet for My Podcast as the Host - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips What is a Podcast One-Sheet?  Podcast one-sheets tell a podcast host why they should choose you as a guest and which topics you can eloquently speak about. You should view it as your podcast resume!  Unsurprisingly, a one-sheet is one piece of paper filled with brief information that helps steer conversations during a podcast. While these sheets will cover quite a bit of information, one-sheets shouldn’t seem crowded. The layout of compelling one-sheets flows seamlessly; podcast hosts and guests should have the ability to skim the sheet to find the subtopic they’re looking for. Here are the main components of a podcast one-sheet:  Headshot Bio Suggested interview topics Suggested questions Social media/contact information  Appearances on other podcasts (if applicable)  Why Are One-Sheets Important? If you’re a podcast host, would you want to invite a guest onto your show without knowing about them? You would be rolling the dice. On the flip side, podcast guests might not appreciate recording a podcast if the host had little to no information about them. It might not work well if a real estate agent randomly appears on a podcast without the host having any background information.  One-sheets have become an industry norm because they help keep the podcast space organized and help podcast hosts choose the right guests to bring onto their show.  Simply put: podcast hosts need one-sheets to find the right people to contribute to their show’s value. If you’re interested in being a guest on a podcast, you should use a one-sheet to market yourself.  How Do You Design a One-Sheet?  There are six essential components in a one-sheet: The headshot section The bio section The suggested questions section The suggested topic question The podcast appearances section ___ ⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠

YouTube Podcast News - Coming soon additional analytics, improved discovery and search for podcasts - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips YouTube will fully support ingestion of RSS feeds for podcasts by the end of the year, it was announced at Podcast Movement by the Product Lead Podcasting at Google, Steve McLendon, speaking to Ausha’s Jennifer Han. He also made the first public acknowledgement of the ongoing beta testing that we reported on in May. (It ingests RSS audio feeds and turns them into YouTube-hosted video, like CNN One Thing which we understand is using it.) Within the YouTube Music app, podcasts are currently available in the US, Canada and Latin America, and are on track to complete a global rollout by the end of the year, including a podcast section on the website. The company is also planning additional analytics, and improved discovery and search for podcasts, especially for users who have engaged with podcast content. Podnews has also learnt that YouTube Music updates to expect relatively soon are show-level auto-downloads; and you’ll also soon be able to add any RSS feed to your YouTube Music app - even private RSS feeds - in countries where podcasts on YouTube Music are supported. McLendon stressed to creators that for best results you should mark your show (“playlist”) as a podcast in YouTube Studio, which unlocks additional places where your show will be promoted. Get your podcast news from the best source! https://podnews.net/ ___ ⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠

EPISODE 120 - CO-HOST - Julie DeLucca-Collins - Podcasting with your Partner, Be Intentional and a Free Checklist for Podcasters Casa De Confidence Podcast If you are ready to grow your confidence and be inspired and empowered, these real honest conversations about life, business, and relationships will help you be transformed. If you are ready to achieve more without the overwhelm, using tangible tools and resources to take action, this show is for you. If you want to be motivated, at peace, and full of happiness as you reach your goals, this podcast is here to help you in the journey and create the life you LOVE. Join #1 Bestselling Author Julie DeLucca-Collins and her #handsomehothusband Dan, the hosts of Casa De Confidence share stories of individuals from all walks of life who are of different ages and stages and have unique stories. The one common thread between our guests is that they have embarked on the path to go after their dreams. These dreamers have failed, learned, and ultimately triumphed to walk confidently and live their imagined lives. Take a journey to learn what it takes to Go Confidently and reach your dreams. The Podcast Link - https://pod.link/1510255268 ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - https://podcastfeedback.ca/

A Question From Mark About His Proposed Podcast Show Name and Some Thoughts For You When Naming Your Show - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Mark left a question for the show - his new podcast idea is a travel and local focused show the N B Traveler - thanks Mark for leaving your question - we will talk about Mark's podcast show name and talk through some considerations for you when determining the name for your show! When choosing a title, think of a dynamic name that can expand to fit your wildest dreams. The possibilities of audio creation are always expanding, and you never know how your personal brand might grow. Relying on the word “podcast” from the get-go might leave you feeling boxed in down the road.  In short, here are some guidelines from fellow podcasters around picking a great podcast name: Aim for 4 words or less.  Choose a name that aligns with your content. Keep it succinct and intriguing. Try to avoid the words “The” and “Podcast.” Avoid special characters, misspellings, abbreviations, and punctuation. Your name should be easy to spell and pronounce. Make sure it’s not already taken. Gather some outside opinions.  Think about how your show might evolve over time.  Choose a name you like saying out loud.  Picking a podcast name might feel difficult, but don’t let it prevent you from sharing your voice. Sometimes a show needs to exist in the world before it can be given a title. If you find yourself feeling stuck, the best thing to do is start creating. Record some mock episodes or soft-launch with a placeholder name. There’s always room for adjustment later on.  At the end of the day, listeners are tuning in for you and your content—not your podcast title. If you make great episodes that keep people engaged, your podcast name will fall into place. ___ ⁠⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠⁠

E119 - CO-HOST - Tonya Wollum - AI in Podcasting, Editing Tips, Best Practices Tonya and Dave look at renaming A.I. from Artificial Intelligence to Assisted Information - how we both use A.I. in similar and different ways, Chat GPT suggestions, other A.I. Tools We also talk about the power of our why and connecting with our audience https://waterprairie.com/listen/ ___ ⁠⁠https://howtopodcast.ca/⁠⁠⁠ Leave Dave a message - ⁠⁠⁠https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave⁠⁠⁠ Get a podcast review of your show! - ⁠⁠⁠https://podcastfeedback.ca/⁠⁠⁠

EPISODE 118 - CO-HOST - Ola Adesanya - Host of The Reel Happy Hour Podcast - From Journalist to Podcaster The Reel Happy Hour Podcast is a show that discusses the relational dynamics of characters in Movies, TV shows & Documentaries. The show is hosted by Journalist & Content Producer Ola Adesanya, popularly known as Ola, and he will be speaking to guests in the Media & Mental Health industry. Every episode is bound to leave you better informed with a deeper understanding of the content being discussed, and the conversations will also encourage self reflection for our viewers. https://rss.com/podcasts/thereelhappyhourpodcast/856477/ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E117 - Dave versus A.I. - Putting the Humanity back into Podcast Editing I had the opportunity to be a guest on a podcast for Dads - it was great, awesome host, a great episode - truly grateful for the opportunity to share my Dad Story! Be a guest, it is a great way to add value to another show, to support a fellow podcaster and potentially grow your own show at the same time! When the episode released I noticed that the podcast was edited by a popular A.I. Editing tool that podcasters have fallen in love with - but I felt, when listening back to the interview that the humanity was removed in the edit - so I have a warning for you as a podcaster to use caution when using an A.I. Tool or an editor for your show - don't strip every last second of pauses, cadence and the natural "gallop" that happens when we talk. Here is a comparison of the interview as it went out and my edits to put the humanity back into the same clip. You judge for yourself what works for you, how do you feel when you hear the two clips. For me the first clip made me feel anxious, like a shot clock in basketball, there felt like an imaginary countdown clock clicking away and that I was trying to get all my words in before a cutoff point... If you need help with your editing I am accepting new podcasts for a limited time - if I can help you edit your show, and you want a human to do your edits, maybe I can help! https://getrealparentalcoaching.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E116 - CO-HOST - Julie Deem - Business Podcast Editor - How to Improve Your podcast and Get More Listeners About me:HI! I am so excited you are here!! My name is Julie Deem aka Indymompreneur on Instagram ​​ As the co-host for the podcast, UNITED State of Women, I understand firsthand what it takes to edit and produce a quality podcast. It is my mission to help business owners save time on editing and distributing their podcast. ​ I have been producing podcasts since 2019 and have helped podcasters all over the world. I offer post-production audio editing, show notes, audio transcriptions and Audiograms. Packagers are customizable and catered to your wants and needs. Follow the podcast UNITED State of Women: Apple Podcast & Spotify Are you interested in connecting with other female podcasters? Join our free Facebook Group to network and promote your podcast: Podcast Wonder Club https://www.thebusinesspodcasteditor.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E115 - The Best Free Resource for Your Podcast is listening to your show - Your Audience https://howtopodcast.ca/

What is more important - Audience Growth or Audience Retention - Create a Home For Your Listeners - The Daily Dave

EPISODE 114 - CO-HOST - Christa Joy Spaeth - Working With A Podcast Coach, Riverside, Building Community Christa Joy Spaeth is the founder of Christa Joy Ministries. It was in 2022 when Minnesota-based author Christa received a compelling message from God. In a prayer cabin called “Whisper,” He prompted her to write a seven-week devotional. Since then, Christa’s eyes, heart, and ears were opened to more whispers, so that she may start fulfilling her new purpose of helping the hurting and share the love of Christ. Christa is a blessed wife, mother of two, and a successful businesswoman. She is a woman ignited with a burning passion to walk in the rhythm of God’s plan, each day. So much so that in 2022, she took a bold step, bidding goodbye to her long-standing career as a Registered Dietitian at a high-profile food manufacturing company. It wasn’t an easy step, but it was a step of faith, one that led her closer to the purpose God had for her: encouraging others through Christ. Today, Christa owns and operates Christa Joy Ministries where she publishes her own books, hosts a podcast, and writes daily encouragements on her social media. In addition, she does guest blog posts for various social media accounts. https://www.christajoyministries.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E113 - The Chevy Nova - Why Picking a Great Podcast Name Matters and Ten Things To Consider When Naming Your Show the story of the Chevy Nova “no go” is a myth, an urban legend. It never actually happened. Like many urban legends, the Chevy “no go” story was repeated so many times that people believed it to be true. Also, similar to other urban legends, the Chevy “no go” story has a small element of truth, for “no va” does mean “no go.” Contrary to popular belief, though, the Chevy Nova sold well in Latin America. In Venezuela, the Nova actually exceeded sales projections from Chevrolet.  If you can speak Spanish, you likely understand why the Chevy Nova “no go” story is a myth. For one, in Spanish, nova and no va don’t sound the same, and most people would not confuse them. It would be like saying “carpet” and “car pet.” They sound different and have different meanings. Also, no va would be a highly unusual way to describe a car that can’t drive or function. Key Considerations When Selecting a Name for Your Podcast: Relevance: Choose a name that directly reflects the content and theme of your podcast. It should give listeners a clear idea of what your show is about. Memorability: Aim for a name that is catchy, easy to remember, and stands out among other podcasts. Avoid overly complicated or lengthy names. SEO-Friendly: Opt for a name that incorporates relevant keywords or phrases related to your podcast's topic. This can help improve your podcast's visibility in search results. Uniqueness: Ensure your podcast name is distinct and not already used by another popular podcast to avoid confusion and trademark issues. Audience Appeal: Consider your target audience and the tone of your podcast. Choose a name that resonates with your intended listeners and reflects the podcast's personality. Versatility: Select a name that allows for potential growth and expansion of your podcast's topics or content without feeling limited. Domain Availability: Check if the corresponding domain name is available for your podcast website, as it's essential for branding and online presence. Social Media Handles: Ensure that the podcast name is available as a handle on major social media platforms to maintain consistency across channels. Avoid Trends: While trendy names might seem appealing initially, they can quickly become outdated. Opt for a timeless name that will age well. Test and Feedback: Before finalizing your podcast name, test it with friends, family, or potential listeners to gather feedback and make necessary adjustments. Summary Statement: Selecting the right podcast name is a critical step in creating a successful show. A relevant, memorable, and SEO-friendly name that resonates with your target audience will set the tone for your podcast's identity and impact its overall visibility and growth. Take the time to choose wisely and consider feedback to ensure your podcast name represents your content and stands out in a competitive podcasting landscape. https://howtopodcast.ca/

E112 - Debbie Weiss - Host of Maybe I Can - Co-Hosting, Being Unique and Podcasting Courses Hello, I'm Debbie... For most of my life, my set of beliefs was fairly consistent with my upbringing and life experience. Certainly, all of us are shaped by the people, places, and circumstances of our lives. I was not one to ever question those beliefs. I just assumed they were correct and to be quite honest, I never really gave it any thought. My life changed forever the day after I graduated from high school when my Dad had a massive stroke. He survived and I was his primary caregiver for the next 30 years. This was the beginning of me taking care of everyone else at the expense of myself. I was and still am a "fixer" and a "problem solver". I have a strong desire to be the one to help, which is admirable (if I do say so myself 😋), however, I sacrificed my own well-being in the process. My belief was "it is what it is". It's not like I have a choice. My life has always been about doing everything for everyone else without giving much consideration to my own needs and wants. I would hear what other people were doing and often be jealous and think, "that must be nice, but I can't do that". Anyone who offered a suggestion, I always had a reason why "I can't do it". Other people can, but I can't. Until I turned 50 and realized that this is it. This is my one and only life and I don't want to look back years from now with regret for the things I haven't done.Maybe I can try something new. Maybe I can put myself first. Maybe I can take control of my future. Maybe I can live the life of my dreams.  After all, other people do it, so why not me? I'm done with my excuses and ready to take back my life and I know exactly how I'm going to do it.  https://www.debbierweiss.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E111 - Questions to Ask When Hiring a Podcast Editor - Get Better Results By Asking Better Questions Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Podcast Editor Why do you need a podcast editor right now? Consider your reasons and goals for hiring one. Describe your podcast to someone else: topic, audience, format, episode duration, finished length, and publishing frequency. Envision your ideal future with a professional editor in three years. Detail the production process, roles, and benefits. Identify tasks that are not getting done or are being delayed in your podcasting workflow. Do you require additional services besides editing? Think about graphic design, consultations, writing, social media, research, and guest booking. If you didn't have to edit, what would you focus on instead? Consider other aspects of your life or podcasting that you'd like to prioritize. List any non-negotiables, preferences, and decision criteria you have for selecting an editor. Determine how much you can afford to pay an editor, both per episode and on a monthly or seasonal basis. Create a list of potential editors or companies to consider before setting up calls. Ask prospective editors about the types of editing services they offer and inquire further if needed. Learn about their work process, including turnaround times, revisions, and methods of collaboration. Discuss how they handle non-standard requests or special events, such as corrections, urgent requests, or vacations. Find out how they ensure compliance with production standards and maintain their technical skills. Ask for evidence of their expertise and experience, such as references, a portfolio, or sample edits. Remember to take notes of their responses and impressions of their work to compare against your expectations for your show. https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 110 - Finding Your Red Door - Making your podcast stand out in a crowded market Making your podcast stand out in a crowded market requires a combination of creativity, authenticity, and strategic planning. Here are four steps to help you create a unique podcast that sets itself apart: Step 1: Identify Your Niche and Target Audience Action Steps: Conduct market research to identify your target audience and their interests. Choose a specific niche or topic that aligns with your passion and expertise. Look for gaps in the existing podcast market and identify areas where you can offer something different. Step 2: Define Your Unique Selling Proposition (USP) Action Steps: Clearly articulate what makes your podcast special and different from others. Highlight the key benefits and value that your podcast provides to listeners. Emphasize your strengths, such as your personality, storytelling style, or expert guests. Step 3: Create High-Quality Content Action Steps: Invest in good-quality recording equipment and editing software to ensure professional sound. Craft compelling and well-researched episodes that offer valuable insights or entertainment. Incorporate engaging storytelling techniques to captivate your audience. Consistently deliver fresh and relevant content on a regular schedule. Step 4: Leverage Marketing and Promotion Action Steps: Develop a strong branding strategy, including a visually appealing logo and cover art. Utilize social media platforms and engage with your audience regularly. Collaborate with other podcasters or influencers in your niche to cross-promote each other's shows. Encourage listener participation through contests, surveys, or Q&A sessions. Remember, building a standout podcast takes time and dedication. Stay consistent, listen to feedback from your audience, and continuously look for ways to improve and innovate. By following these steps and taking action, you'll be well on your way to creating a unique and successful podcast in a competitive landscape. https://howtopodcast.ca/

Episode 109 - The Limitations of an Explicit Podcast - Advantages and Disadvantages of being explicit on your podcast Setting Up Your Podcast: Understanding the Limits of an 'Explicit' Podcast When starting your podcast, it's essential to know the limitations that come with producing explicit content. Here's a simple guide to help you make informed decisions: 1. Censor Yourself or Be Labeled 'Explicit' You have the freedom to create a podcast with strong language, explicit discussions about sex, or graphic content. However, major podcast directories, like Apple Podcasts, prioritize child safety. If your content is explicit but not labeled as such, they may take action against your podcast. To avoid this, clearly mark your podcast as explicit when necessary. 2. Consider Your Audience Reach Creating an explicit podcast may limit your potential audience. Some countries, numbering up to 17, ban explicit podcasts, impacting hundreds of millions of potential listeners. Before going explicit, think about whether your content will attract more listeners than it might deter. 3. Impact on Advertising Revenue Certain advertisers avoid supporting explicit shows. So, if your podcast contains explicit material, it could limit your opportunities for advertising revenue. Consider whether the explicit label might affect your chances of attracting advertisers. 4. Popularity and Top Podcasts Only a small percentage of the most popular podcasts are explicit. If your goal is to be among the top podcasts, you might want to look at what the majority of successful shows are doing. Decide if you want to follow the path of the 85% non-explicit shows or the remaining 15% explicit ones. Carefully consider both options before making your choice. Remember, it's essential to know the potential consequences of producing an explicit podcast. Make informed decisions that align with your podcasting goals and target audience. By understanding the limitations, you can set up your podcast for success and avoid unnecessary setbacks. Happy podcasting! https://howtopodcast.ca/ Share our other podcast with your favourite Dad! https://dadspace.ca/

E108 - Confidence versus Ego in Podcasting - is there room for either as a Podcaster When it comes to podcasters, confidence plays a crucial role. It's important to have confidence and approach things with the mindset that success is attainable. Assuming the sale and expecting opportunities are valid strategies to adopt. However, it's also worth noting that you mentioned not expecting things or opportunities. So, how can we navigate this dilemma between being confident and believing in ourselves versus refraining from those expectations? Ultimately, confidence is key, but it shouldn't stem from ego. Rather, it should come from acknowledging the hard work and preparation invested in the podcasting journey. Speaking with confidence arises from knowing the subject matter thoroughly and being able to discuss it intelligently. Whether the topic of your podcast is, confidence comes from personal experience, thorough research, and the ability to substantiate one's arguments. Confidence is critical for progress. It's essential to assume success and envision yourself landing speaking engagements or being a guest on your dream podcast. This kind of confidence propels you forward. However, it's important to differentiate between confidence and ego. Ego arises when you begin to expect certain outcomes and results, and when they don't materialize, you blame external factors. To address this, it's necessary to examine your thinking. Ask yourself if you have done the necessary groundwork, laid the foundation, and paid your dues. Reflect on whether you have truly put in the effort. While the ego might still sting, it should not dictate your actions. Instead, use it as an opportunity for self-reflection. Consider what you could have done better and how you can improve. If your ego is causing distress, look inward for answers. Avoid blaming others or feeling entitled to opportunities. Instead, focus on personal growth and self-improvement. Take a moment to evaluate yourself honestly by standing in front of a mirror and asking, "What could I have done differently to ensure a positive outcome?" Remember, the key lies within your own actions and approach. By distinguishing confidence from ego and maintaining a healthy self-awareness, you can overcome obstacles, learn from experiences, and continue progressing in your podcasting endeavors. https://howtopodcast.ca/

E106 - How to understand podcast stats - Your Listening Habits Can Shed Some Light on This How to understand podcast stats It’s always nice to look at the numbers to see how your podcast is doing. But, podcast statistics can be confusing and complex. Here are some details about how the different figures work, and how to read them. Let’s get this out of the way first. A download is just a download of an episode. A stream doesn’t exist in podcasting. A listen, or a play, is when we know a human being has pressed the play button. Total audience numbers cannot be accurately worked out from downloads. In podcast analytics, no audio ever “streams”: the audio is always downloaded. In this article, we use the word “stream” to convey the action of pressing play on a podcast you’ve not downloaded yet. To a podcast hosting company, that looks the same as a download: because it technically is. Audio can be automatically downloaded to your phone, in case you want to hear it later. Or, audio can be downloaded when a listener wants to hear it - a “user-initiated download”. Your podcast hosting company doesn’t know if it’s an automatic download or a user-initiated download. It just knows it’s a download. No podcast hosting company knows whether a piece of audio has ever been listened-to (a “listen” or a “play”). It can only ever know it’s been downloaded. (Podcast apps do know: but most don’t share that data). And, of course, if an episode has had 2,000 downloads, that doesn’t mean it has 2,000 listeners. Automated downloads mean a podcast may be downloaded, but never listened-to. Or it might have been downloaded twice by someone. 13% of podcast downloads are never listened to. https://podnews.net/article/understanding-podcast-statistics ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E107 - CO-HOST - Whitney Knox Lee Host of the Impostrix Podcast, Bloopers, Learnings and Newsletters Whitney Knox Lee, Esq. is a Civil Rights attorney and Fellow Podcaster starting her new podcast! Whitney is a listener of the How To Podcast Series, it is great to get her insight on the show and her suggestion for a newsletter was great! We talk podcasting bloopers, lessons learned and tools that she uses to get her podcast out into the world! ⁣⁣⁣⁣Connect with Whitney:⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ Instagram: @impostrixpodcast⁣ Website: http://www.impostrixpodcast.com/⁣ Twitter: @impostrixpod⁣ Tiktok: @whitneyknoxlee⁣ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/whitney-knox-lee/⁣  ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

Question from Jen Mac - Thoughts on Niching Down, Narrowing Your Focus and How to do this - The Daily Dave Thanks Jen Mac for your question! Appreciate your contribution to the podcast! Please be sure to tell us about your show so that we can tell our audience about your podcast as well! What does ‘niching down’ mean? Niching down means identifying a smaller segment of your audience to target, so you can deliver a more specific and tailored offering that speaks to them directly, as opposed to a general offer that reaches a larger audience. When approaching the topic of niching down, many podcasters worry that by alienating a large group of listeners. But actually, the opposite is true – instead of just using a blanket approach to a large group of listeners, when you determine your niche, you increase your engagement with your community. Instead of trying to solve everything for everyone, niching down enables businesses to focus on the content that their listeners really need. It also offers the opportunity to really hone your expertise in a specific area and become the go to podcast for your niche, which can benefit your community in the long term. https://howtopodcast.ca/

E105 - Mark Gordon - Coaching and Podcasting, YouTube Premieres, Streamyard and Overcoming Mic Fright https://howtopodcast.ca/

Leverage Word of Mouth Advertising for Your Podcast by Guesting and How to be a Great Guest - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Back with another Daily Dave! Word of mouth is directly responsible for 19 percent of all purchases, and influences as much as 90 percent. Every human on Earth relies on word of mouth to make buying decisions. Yet even today, fewer than one percent of companies have an actual strategy for generating these crucial customer conversations.  The key to activating customer chatter is the realization that same is lame. Nobody says "Let me tell you about this perfectly adequate experience I had last night." The strategic, operational differentiator is what gives customers something to tell a story about. Podcasters must dare to be different and exceed expectations in one or more palpable ways. That's when word of mouth becomes involuntary: The customers of these businesses simply must tell someone else. Let your podcast be the topic of discussion when you are not even in the room! Get the power of Word of Mouth Marketing working for you to grow your show! Recommended: Talk Triggers: The Complete Guide to Creating Customers with Word-of-Mouth Amazon Canada Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/3Ngxqbr Amazon US Affiliate Link: https://amzn.to/42RNAxt ___ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E104 - Show Me The Money - How to Make Money with very few listeners Podcasting has become immensely popular in the last decade, and with podcast listeners being the fastest growing media audience, you know there’s a ton of potential fans for your show. But even if you have a great idea for a new podcast and a knack for building engaged, online audiences⁠—how do you make money podcasting? Streaming platforms like Spotify and Apple Podcasts pay out for streams, but the payout tends to be very low. Podcast sponsorships are one way, but for new podcasts, the likelihood of finding a high-paying sponsorship is slim unless you’re already a well-established figure.  Traditional sponsorships tend to be out of reach for new podcasters because businesses are less willing to risk investing in a podcast without an established audience.  So is it even possible for new podcasts to make money? The answer is yes.  By setting up a few automated revenue streams, new podcasters can accrue passive income that grows alongside their audience, giving them time back to focus on podcasting.  Affiliate marketing is a performance-based form of marketing where a business offers rewards to affiliates who are able to successfully bring customers to them. Affiliate marketing is a great way for any creator to monetize their content.  In affiliate programs, businesses only payout after customers complete an agreed-upon action. Usually this action is making a purchase, but some affiliate programs may payout for email signups, page clicks, downloads, or content engagement.  Best affiliate programs for podcasters Amazon Associates. Amazon’s affiliate program is one of the largest in the world. With millions of unique products and retailers, it’s easier to find products that are relevant to your audience.  Skillshare Affiliates. Skillshare is a learning community with thousands of online courses and videos covering a wide variety of topics. Skillshare’s affiliate program allows you to direct audience members to any online course, making it easy to find one that’s specific to your target market. Sell custom merchandise to fans Give your fans the opportunity to show their support for your podcast by selling custom merchandise like t-shirts, stickers, posters, mugs, tote bags, journals, and more.  Perhaps the easiest way to run a merch store is by using a print-on-demand distribution model. This is where a third-party prints and ships products on your behalf, at the point of purchase. That means there’s no overhead costs, no time wasted on shipping, no need to store inventory, and lower financial risk.  It might take a little time to create an online store and add products, but once finished, the process of running your store can be almost fully automated. Although some of these platforms offer monetization options, it’s a good idea to include an additional tool to collect tips. Here are the most common tip-collection tools used by podcasters:  Venmo Cash App Buy Me a Coffee Ko-fi The great thing about these tipping tools is that they don’t need to be exclusively housed on your livestreams. Add a tip URL to your social media pages, web pages, and show notes to make it easy for fans to show their support by tipping. Write and self-publish a book for your fans Like authors, podcast hosts are typically viewed as being a voice of authority on a particular subject, making the transition from podcast host to writer almost seamless. Perhaps that’s why so many popular podcasts have been spun off into books written by their creators. Podcasters have a ton of advantage when it comes to selling books online:  Learn more: How to Self-publish Your Own Book in 8 Steps ____ https://howtopodcast.ca/ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/truemediaca https://www.teepublic.com/user/true-media-solutions

Goodbye to Podpage - The Free Plan is Over, What Now, PodcastForFree.com will show you the way So, a resource that I once promoted as a great free option is no longer free as of August 1 2023 - so time to pivot away from Podpage. For those of you that have followed my advice in the past around using Podpage, I wanted to give you my alternative going forward. I am setting up PodcastForFree.com which will give you a list of the free tools that you can use as a podcaster to start your show! From hosting, to websites, to tools like Pod.link (my Podpage replacement suggestion) to free editing via Audacity - you do not need to pay for tools to start a podcast - you can do this for free and I want to help you with the tools that I use everyday to create my shows! Why is this changing? Podpage’s free plan allowed podcasters to create publicly accessible podcast websites so they could try our service. Unfortunately, a lot of non-podcasters abused it and posted illegal or stolen content on the free sites. The good news is that a very small percentage of podcasters use the free plan as their official podcast website. Most upgrade to the Basic or Pro plan, so this change won’t impact too many legitimate websites. However, I know there are some of you who rely on Podpage Free for your official site, and I’m very sorry about this change. To make it easier, we are offering discounts on upgrading before August 1. How do I upgrade and keep my site? If you’d like to continue your service with Podpage, go to https://podpage.com/upgrade/. There are currently two plans available, and here’s how to save money on each: Basic: Use coupon FREEUP10 to save $10 ($10 off your first month or first year) Pro: Use coupon FREEUP20 to save $20 on Pro ($20 off your first month or first year) These coupons are only valid until August 1, 2023. What happens if I don’t upgrade? All your data will still be safe and accessible through the Podpage dashboard, but your website will “Expire”, which means anyone who visits it will see an “Expired” screen. At any point, you can upgrade and turn it back on. https://podcastforfree.com/ https://howtopodcast.ca/

E103 - Five tips for creating artwork for your podcast episodes - The Podcast Owner's Manual Mini Series Here are a few tips for creating artwork for your podcast episodes: Choose a consistent theme: It's important to have a consistent theme for your podcast artwork so that it is easily recognizable to your audience. This could include a consistent color scheme, font, or style. Make it visually appealing: Your podcast artwork should be visually appealing and eye-catching to help it stand out in a crowded marketplace. Use high-quality images and graphics and be mindful of how it will look at different sizes and resolutions. Keep it simple: It's generally best to keep your podcast artwork simple and uncluttered. Too much text or too many images can make it difficult to read or understand. Use the right dimensions: Make sure that your artwork is the correct dimensions for the platform you are using. Different platforms have different requirements for artwork size, so be sure to check the guidelines before creating your artwork. Use high-quality images: Using high-quality images in your artwork will help it look professional and polished. Avoid using low-resolution or pixelated images as they will not look good when displayed at larger sizes. Overall, it's important to create artwork that is visually appealing, consistent with your brand, and meets the requirements of the platform you are using.

EPISODE 102 - Audio Editing for Your Intro and Outro and Some Thoughts on Music In Your Podcast This episode focuses on your intro/outro with an example of a frequently used intro compared to a more impactful We also look at music options for your show, licensing considerations when you buy online music via a monthly subscription and my preferred method to having the rights to music used in my podcast All of my episodes across 7 podcasts have been recorded and edited with Audacity! Audacity is a free, easy-to-use, multi-track audio editor and recorder for Windows, macOS, GNU/Linux and other operating systems. The interface is translated into many languages. https://www.audacityteam.org/ The intent for this episode is to give you the knowledge to approach an editor with what YOU want in your podcast - if you need an editor, I have a few spots available and would love to talk over your needs - reach me at the links below! ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - https://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - http://podcastfeedback.ca/

Instagram Releases Threads - 4 Advantages and Disadvantages With New Social Media Platforms - The Daily Dave - Podcasting Tips Threads, the new Twitter competitor launched by Matt, is a text-based conversation app released by Instagram. It allows users to share photos and videos while primarily focusing on text-based interactions. The app enables users to follow others and participate in public conversations. The social feed displays posts from followed accounts and recommended content. Posts can include up to 500 characters, links, photos, and videos up to five minutes long. Users can log in with their Instagram account on iPhone and Android devices, search for and follow other users, and customize their profile. The app offers features such as liking, commenting, sharing, and sending posts as tweets or messages. Integration with Instagram allows for seamless sharing between the two platforms. Advantages of Adopting a New Social Media Platform: Increased Reach: Joining a new social media platform allows you to expand your audience and reach new users who may not be active on your current platforms. Early Adopter Advantage: Being an early adopter of a new platform can give you a competitive advantage and help you establish a presence before the platform becomes crowded. Unique Features: New social media platforms often come with unique features and functionalities that can enhance your content creation and engagement with your audience. Tailored Content: Each social media platform has its own culture and user expectations. Adopting a new platform gives you an opportunity to create content specifically tailored to that platform's audience. Disadvantages of Adopting a New Social Media Platform: Limited User Base: New social media platforms may have a smaller user base compared to established platforms, which can limit your reach initially. Uncertain Future: The success and longevity of a new platform are uncertain. It's possible that the platform may not gain traction or could be shut down in the future, resulting in wasted time and effort. Divided Audience: Managing multiple social media platforms can be time-consuming and may result in a divided audience that follows you on different platforms, making it challenging to maintain consistent engagement. Learning Curve: Adopting a new platform requires time and effort to understand its features, user interface, and best practices, which can be a challenge if you're already managing other social media accounts. While adopting a new social media platform like Threads can offer advantages such as increased reach, early adopter advantage, unique features, and tailored content, there are also potential disadvantages such as a limited user base, an uncertain future, a divided audience, and a learning curve. As with any decision to adopt a new platform, it's important to weigh the benefits against the challenges and consider how it aligns with your overall social media strategy and goals. http://howtopodcast.ca/ https://www.threads.net/@howtopodcastseries.ca

E101 - CO-HOST - Victoria Cuore - Leveraging Podcasting to Support a Charity, Social Media Promo and Community Building Victoria joins in as Co-host to talk about how she has grown her community and her charity with her podcast. Great tips on Social Media Engagement, community building tips and how podcasting can change the world https://acontagioussmile.com/ https://www.instagram.com/acontagioussmile ___ https//howtopodcast.ca/

E100 - Looking Back and Ahead As We Celebrate the Amazing Guests and Listeners of the How To Podcast Series If you have been here for 100 episodes or if this your very first time here, welcome to our 100th episode of the How to Podcast Series! At the time of recording, our little podcast has now surpassed 45,000 combined listens over the past 100 episodes - I can't believe it, really! The list of countries joining the How to Podcast Series Family continues to grow! Thank you! We love to see that this podcast is connecting with you, what has meant the most is speaking to you, the listener - jumping on a zoom call, trading Speak Pipe messages back and forth and spending time together planning out the next steps for your show! Our weekly Zoom Rooms brings Podcasters together from around the globe, It is great to see you connecting with other fellow listeners! We want to remind you about our Podcast Feedback Offer - get a review of your show and give back to the charity of your choice! If you need help with your podcast editing, website design, YouTube Channel, Artwork, Social Media, Show details and more, reach out and let's get together to answer your questions! Be sure to check out our new survey on our website! We want to hear from you! Thanks for all your support - here is to the next 100! Dave https://howtopodcast.ca/

E99 - My Message to Radio Hosts About Podcasting In The Light of Recent Media Layoffs in Canada http://howtopodcast.ca/

E98 - How We Can Help Every Podcaster With One Easy Step - Finding New Listeners http://howtopodcast.ca/

E97 - CO-HOST - Dr. Lj Johnson - Balancing Life and Podcasting, Growing Your Audience, Being Authentic Dr. Lj Johnson is the host of The Wholistic Endo Expert, hosted by Dr. Lj Johnson, is the ultimate combination of all things endometriosis and women's health. After waiting 16 years for a diagnosis she knows firsthand how frustrating it can be to deal with all the misinformation online and the medical gaslighting which plagues our endo community. This podcast will help take the weight off your shoulders by providing you with practical holistic options so that you can get back in the driver's seat of your health! The Wholistic Endo Expert, hosted by Dr. Lj Johnson, IHP. AFDNP. IIN, CHEK is the ultimate combination of all things endometriosis and women's health. After waiting 16 years for a diagnosis she knows firsthand how frustrating it can be to deal with all the misinformation online and the medical gaslighting which plagues our endo community. This podcast will help take the weight off your shoulders by providing you with practical holistic options so that you can get back in the driver's seat of your health! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wholisticendoexpert/support https://www.ljspowerhouse.org/

E96 - Battling the Fear of Failing At Our First Attempt As Podcasters Define Failure: Failure can be subjective and has different interpretations for each person. Generally, it refers to not meeting a desired outcome or falling short of expectations. In the context of podcasting, failure could mean not achieving the expected listener numbers, lacking engagement, receiving negative feedback, or discontinuing the podcast prematurely. Examples of Failure: a) Low listener numbers b) Lack of engagement c) Premature discontinuation To combat the fear of failing at the first attempt, podcasters can take the following steps: Set realistic expectations and understand that success may take time. Focus on continuous learning and improvement rather than striving for perfection. Seek feedback from listeners and use it constructively to refine the podcast. Surround yourself with a supportive community of fellow podcasters who can provide guidance and encouragement. In summary, failure in podcasting can be defined as not meeting desired outcomes, such as low listener numbers, lack of engagement, or discontinuation. The fear of failure often revolves around the fear of not succeeding with the first attempt. However, embracing failure as a learning opportunity, realizing that many successful podcasters experienced setbacks, and focusing on growth and iteration can help overcome this fear and pave the way for long-term podcasting success.

How To Podcast Video Series - Setting Up Your YouTube Podcast Required to follow along - a YouTube Channel - a complete MP3 Audio version of your podcast - a YouTube Thumbnail (1280x720) image for your episode - use Canva to create it - a Square (1280x1280) Podcast image Featured here Canva.com https://www.oneimagevideo.com/ ___ Everything you need to start a podcast - http://howtopodcast.ca/ Leave Dave a message - https://www.speakpipe.com/HelloDave Get a podcast review of your show! - http://podcastfeedback.ca/ https://youtu.be/eo-_WLN-lIM