Free To Use Sounds Podcast
11 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 3 years ago -Hi we're Libby and Marcel and we've been traveling the world full time for over 5 years. Now we live a life of our dreams exploring the globe and recording sounds while running our business Free To Use Sounds.In this podcast we will share our knowledge, experiences, and stories that have shaped us. You can expect good vibes and positivity!
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009 - An Unforgettable Sound Journey Around Iceland
November 29, 2020 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this episode, we take you on a journey through the sounds of Iceland. Behind each recording is a story that needs to be told. From the extreme elements to the epic wildlife, Iceland has incredible soundscapes waiting to be recorded. Come with us and hear the eruptions of the iconic Geysir, the haunting winds of an abandoned plane, the dangerous shores of Reynisfjara Beach, the power of Dettifoss, the underwater tingles of a hot pot, and millions of wild birds on the cliffs of Látrabjarg...
008 - From Starting an Audio Publication to Saving Endangered Music with Greg Simmons
November 22, 2020 15:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBWe sat down (remotely) with Greg Simmons to learn about his history as a professional audio engineer, founding a sound focused publication called Audio Technology, and leaving it all behind to follow his passion for recording endangered music around the world. With his sound expeditions (soon to be called travel, record, music), his enthusiasm for the unknown, and wealth of knowledge, Greg has been able to provide real-life recording experience to over 100 students. Not only has he excited ...
007 - From a side project to a successful online magazine with Tomislav from Bedroom Producers Blog
November 08, 2020 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MBListen to Tomislav from Bedroom Producers Blog talk about the reality of running an online magazine for nearly 10 years. His love for audio and music production led him to start a passion project which later became a full-time endeavor. The three of us can relate on so many levels from productivity, time-management, outsourcing, and living in different places around the world. By chance (thanks Google) we were able to connect virtually and later become real-world friends when we came to Zag...
006 - How To Turn Your Passion Into a Business
November 01, 2020 15:00 - 43 minutes - 29.7 MBYou'll want to listen to this episode if you've ever wondered what would have happened if you stuck with a project or an idea. We talk in-depth about how Marcel by chance started recording sounds, and his love for the craft became a business! It's crazy to imagine that he had zero knowledge and experience when his sound recording journey began back in 2017. You'll also hear us dish out some valuable lessons we've learned along the way and how self-promotion isn't something you should be sca...
005 - Our biggest risk and failures we've never talked about!
October 24, 2020 18:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MBThis episode is a doozy! We go deep and talk candidly about past failures, giving up, and businesses that led us nowhere! Over time, we learned from these mistakes and pivoted our interests. Unexpectedly our mishaps have enabled us to grow in so many ways! So sit back and enjoy this conversation! Cover art is from Penang, Malaysia in 2016 Useful Resources Podcast recorded on the new Zoom H8 ↴ https://geni.us/ftuszoomh8 Intro Music By Epidemic Sound (1 month free!) ↴ http://share.epidemi...
004 - #VanLife how it changed us as travelers, individuals, and as a couple
October 18, 2020 11:00 - 32 minutes - 22.7 MBIn this episode, we discuss how our perspectives changed when we decided to pack what little possessions we had and move into a van together. Not only did living in a van forced us to adapt to the evolving landscapes - but it also enabled us to evolve as individuals and as a couple. Without a doubt, living in a van helped us grow as full-time travelers. We hope you enjoy this candid talk as we discuss not just the good sides of van life! Useful Resources Podcast recorded on the new Zoom H8...
003 - Leaving it all behind. A long-distance relationship to living a nomadic life together
October 11, 2020 13:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MBBack in 2014 when we met as two strangers would we ever have imagined that our long-distant relationship would have turned into traveling the world long term. Fast forward to 2020, we're ready to dish out all the details about what inspired us to sell everything, quit our jobs, and jump into the unknown. In this episode, we tell you about our inspirations to take such a leap, what a digital nomad is, and the necessary preparations to make long-term travel a reality! The cover art is from ...
Life before Free to Use Sounds and how we met
October 03, 2020 21:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWe're so excited you're here for this podcast! It's an extra special one because we tell you about our lives before Free to Use Sounds. Not only will you hear the tales of an Iowan girl moving to California and a German kid growing up in the GDR, but we also share our story of how two strangers met! We hope you enjoy this very personal podcast. Our intention is to stay light-hearted and positive during this conversation. Marcel tells a bit about his condition that hasn't prevented him from ...
002 - Life before Free to Use Sounds and how we met
October 03, 2020 21:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBWe're so excited you're here for this podcast! It's an extra special one because we tell you about our lives before Free to Use Sounds. Not only will you hear the tales of an Iowan girl moving to California and a German kid growing up in the GDR, but we also share our story of how two strangers met! We hope you enjoy this very personal podcast. Our intention is to stay light-hearted and positive during this conversation. Marcel tells a bit about his condition that hasn't prevented him from ...
A new journey begins... the Free to Use Sound's Podcast
September 27, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 8.24 MBWelcome to our very first podcast! Less than 24 hours before recording this podcast, we decided it was time to expand our creativity and excitement for something new! Yes, there are loads of podcasts out there but we promise there are none about a world traveling couple recording sounds full-time. This is our introduction to what you can expect from this upcoming series. Grab your headphones and press play! :) - Libby and Marcel Useful Resources Podcast recorded on the new Zoom H8 ↴ http...
001 - A new journey begins... the Free to Use Sound's Podcast
September 27, 2020 19:00 - 11 minutes - 8.24 MBWelcome to our very first podcast! Less than 24 hours before recording this podcast, we decided it was time to expand our creativity and excitement for something new! Yes, there are loads of podcasts out there but we promise there are none about a world traveling couple recording sounds full-time. This is our introduction to what you can expect from this upcoming series. Grab your headphones and press play! :) - Libby and Marcel Useful Resources Podcast recorded on the new Zoom H8 ↴ http...