Latest Hobbyst Podcast Episodes
Better Podcasting #292 - What We Want In A Future Audio Mixer / Media Host Segment: RedCircle
Better Podcasting - April 08, 2024 02:40 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Better Podnering this week topics include: Recap of why we are leaving Libsyn A recent discussion on Libsyn's The Feed about some testing they did on customer's feeds What do we want to see in a future audio mixer? Expanding our media host evaluation criteria For this week's media...
Better Podcasting #291 - Mackie DLZ Creator XS Security Flaw / Media Host Segment: Guest Chris Osborne's Pinecast Experience
Better Podcasting - April 01, 2024 15:43 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen returned the Mackie DLZ Creator XS (including a security flaw) Affinity sold to Canva - could there be benefits? Google Podcasts Gone: How to get your podcast on to YouTube Music For this week's media host segment, our guest Chris O...
Better Podcasting #290 - We're Both Digital Mixer Cursed / Media Host Segment: Buzzsprout Review
Better Podcasting - March 25, 2024 04:48 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsThis week we're pleased to bring back the Hobby Podcaster Profile with Chris Osborne AKA Waffles. In the Better Podnering this week topics include: A study for Apple Podcasts searchability Stephen is now facing a Mixcast 4 / Rodecaster Pro 1 challenge SP can't recommend the Rodecaster Pro...
Better Podcasting #289 - Stephen's Secret Audio Test / Media Host Segment: Simplecast Review
Better Podcasting - March 17, 2024 17:33 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Better Podnering this week topics include: A lawsuit about a podcast title Spotify removes another show, unable to re-instate subscribers Stephen did a secret test: VDO Ninja pro audio setting Update on SP's Rodecaster Pro II RMA SP's temporary setup this week: PodTrak P4 For th...
Better Podcasting #288 - Even More Rodecaster Pro II Problems / Media Host Segment: Guest Chris Ferrell's Recent Experience
Better Podcasting - March 11, 2024 02:52 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Better Podnering this week topics include: SP has even more Rodecaster Pro 2 problems iOS transcripts are here Multi-tracking audio within OBS A simplified podcast experience using the Vocaster Two For this week's media host segment, our guest Chris Ferrell joins us to discuss his...
Better Podcasting #287 - IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.2 / Media Host Segment: Spotify For Podcasters Review
Better Podcasting - March 03, 2024 07:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Better Podnering this week topics include: IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.2 out for review (New?) Streaming service LiveSpace YouTube Music podcast badge What is good podcast badge etiquette? For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Spotify For Podcasters (Formerly Anc...
Better Podcasting #286 - Multi-cam Video Podcast Editing / Media Host Segment: Pinecast Review
Better Podcasting - February 26, 2024 03:10 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Better Podnering this week topics include: SP's Multi-cam video editing journey Show analyzers Stephen hates the Polywav For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Podbean. Finally, in this week's Better Podback, infamous Bandrew Scott has a follow-up about last wee...
Better Podcasting #285 - SP's Earth-Shattering RE320 Feedback / Media Host Segment: Podbean Review
Better Podcasting - February 19, 2024 19:08 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsWe open this week with an update about the How I Saved My Podcast and Hobby Podcaster Profile segments. In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen abandons testing the Zoom PodTrak P8 SP has some earth shattering comments about the RE320 Why it might make sense to have a de...
Better Podcasting #284 - Season 4 Premiere!
Better Podcasting - February 11, 2024 22:41 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsBetter Podcasting is back with the premiere of Season 4 of Better Podcasting - and we're shaking up the format! In this episode we'll begin by explaining some of the changes that you can expect to see going forward with Better Podcasting and we'll answer what is happening with the Better Podcast...
Better Podcasting #283 - Our Gear 2023
Better Podcasting - December 11, 2023 03:01 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn this special episode of Better Podcasting, we conclude our 2023 year by continuing our annual tradition of discussing the evolution of our gear over the last year. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss what we think was one of the biggest changes in podcasting 2023. Finall...
Better Podcasting #282 - Update about Better Podcasting Season 4
Better Podcasting - September 12, 2023 04:47 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsThis is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: - This is dual-feed episode - Official announcement about Better Podcasting - Main show - Update about SP's eBay ventures - Stephen has a new strategy...
Better Podcasting #281 - Returning From A Hiatus
Better Podcasting - June 05, 2023 05:31 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Season 3 Finale we have a topic that was two-seasons in the making - returning from a hiatus. This week we reflect on our experience returning from a hiatus including some of the successes we had, as well as some of the areas we wish we had handled better. In this week's Better Podcasti...
Better Podcasting #280 - Evolving with Your Audience
Better Podcasting - May 30, 2023 05:14 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsSometimes as you evolve your podcast it can be jarring for your listeners, but there are ways that you can help include them in the process to help make it a better experience. In this episode we discuss ways to help engage your audience as you go through changes in your podcast. In this week'...
Better Podcasting #279 - One Podcast Saved, Two Downloads and Lots of Podback!
Better Podcasting - May 22, 2023 04:13 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsAlthough we don't have a main segment this week, in this episode we podcast for our audience starting with a How I Saved My Podcast story, we end with six pieces of Better Podback, and in between we even have two Better Podcasting Downloads. Find full episode information including links refere...
Better Podcasting #278 - Posting to Multiple Locations
Better Podcasting - May 16, 2023 04:55 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the year 2023 there are a lot of places you may consider cross-posting your podcast to. Is it easy? Is there any ongoing maintenance? Should you let your media host do it for you? These are some of the areas we discuss in our conversation about posting to multiple distribution destinations. ...
Better Podcasting #277 - Podcast Branding
Better Podcasting - May 08, 2023 03:39 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsPodcast branding can be an important part of marketing your podcast, as well as helping to highlight the unique qualities of your podcast; but what exactly is branding? Today we discuss what podcast branding is, and how it's not just the tangible aspects like your artwork and promo material. T...
Better Podcasting #276 - Dedicated Social Media/Community Managers
Better Podcasting - May 01, 2023 00:10 - 50 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsThis week we talk about the idea of using a dedicated (or paid) social media/community manager. Whether it's hiring someone to do this, or you're having someone you know take care of this, there are some important considerations to be had. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk abo...
Better Podcasting #275 - Social Media For Your Podcast
Better Podcasting - April 24, 2023 04:54 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsLast week we talked about exploring other communities to help grow your podcast, and in the process we briefly touched on social media. However, since social media is a topic in itself, this episode we talk about some of the challenges and considerations you may have when trying to use social me...
Better Podcasting #274 - Expanding Outside Your Normal Community
Better Podcasting - April 17, 2023 02:27 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIf you're trying to grow your podcast, the chances are there may be a point where you want to explore outside of your current community/social circles. In this episode we discuss some considerations to be had if you're looking to explore other communities to help grow your podcast. In this wee...
Better Podcasting #273 - Defining Your Audience
Better Podcasting - April 10, 2023 04:33 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsWelcome to Season 3 of Better Podcasting. This episode we kick off our season discussing defining your audience. We'll talk about finding a niche in the space, as well as some of the challenges that can come by getting too specific. However, before we get there - we're please to start the epis...
Better Podcasting #272 - Cohost Compatibility (Season 2 Finale)
Better Podcasting - January 30, 2023 06:43 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the Season 2 finale of Better Podcasting, we discuss co-host compatibility, and some of the ways you can self-reflect to help achieve that. We'll discuss some personal challenges that we've encountered, and some of the luck that we've also had as well. In this week's Better Podcasting Downl...
Better Podcasting #271 - Editing Choices and Your Personal Experiences
Better Podcasting - January 23, 2023 06:17 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsEditing can be one of the most difficult parts for some hobby podcasters and your personal experience with editing can determine whether it's easier or more difficult for you. In this episode we discuss some of the ways that we think you can help determine your editing process based on your pers...
Better Podcasting #270 - Overhauling Your Podcast
Better Podcasting - January 16, 2023 04:47 - 59 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsContinuing on with our discussion from last week, sometimes you may need to overhaul your podcast. Whether it's something on the surface, or something more in-depth, in this episode we discuss some of the considerations that we think you should have, and some of our experiences. In this week's...
Better Podcasting #269 - Keeping The Passion for Your Podcast
Better Podcasting - January 09, 2023 04:51 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsWe feel that in 2023 it's more important than ever for hobby podcasters to keep their passion for their podcast. In this episode we'll discuss some of the ways that we think hobby podcasters may have difficulties keeping their passion alive, some things that we think can help you keep your pa...
Better Podcasting #268 - Our Gear 2022
Better Podcasting - December 28, 2022 17:47 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsWe conclude our 2022 by continuing with our annual tradition of discussing the evolution of our gear over the last year. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we discuss a recent report about holiday podcast downloads. *Note*: We will be taking 1 week off next week for a holiday break. ...
Better Podcasting #267 - Ideas Aren't Always Original (and that's ok)
Better Podcasting - December 19, 2022 04:38 - 49 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsWith so many podcasts in the world, it can be hard to come up with an original podcast idea. Does that mean you should still create your podcast? We think so. In this episode we discuss some of the reasons why we think it's ok to create a podcast that has a theme that has been created already, s...
Better Podcasting #266 - Building a Podcast Out Of A Community
Better Podcasting - December 05, 2022 05:22 - 55 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn the past we've talked about building a community around your podcast, but what happens if it's the reverse and you want to build a podcast around an existing community? This week we discuss some of the considerations you may have if you're going to create a podcast based on an existing commun...
Better Podcasting #265 - Video Shows, Podcasts, Or Both?
Better Podcasting - November 29, 2022 01:55 - 1 hour ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsPerhaps it's because we do one ourselves, but we're often asked about adding a video companion to a podcast. A lot has changed since we last covered this, so we're taking a look at how video stacks up in the world of podcasting under a 2022 lens. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we ...
Better Podcasting #264 - Imprinting Your Personality On Your Podcast
Better Podcasting - November 21, 2022 04:36 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn this episode we chat about how your personality affects the choices that you make for your podcast. We'll discuss some examples we have on how our personality has affected the decisions we make for our podcasts. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we talk about Captivate increasing t...
Better Podcasting #263 - Anonymous Podcasting
Better Podcasting - November 14, 2022 05:47 - 56 minutes ★★★★★ - 54 ratingsIn this episode we talk about the idea of anonymous podcasting. We discuss some of the reasons you might consider podcasting under a nickname, some of the reasons you may not want to, some of the challenges you may expect to see by using your real name, and some of our experiences using pseudony...
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