In 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. Finally, in the Better Podback we run down some listener feedback about their 2023 podcast upgrades. Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/283 ...
Dec 11, 2023•1 hr 17 min•Season 3Ep. 283
This 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 for trying to sell his gear The latest update of SP's SM7B testing SAG-AFTRA strike / Canada's ACTRA A listener's busy week It's fun to podcast on someone else's podcast Microphone arms A new Better Podcasting gi...
Sep 12, 2023•1 hr 13 min•Season 3Ep. 282
In 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 Podcasting Download we discuss Generative AI in podcasts, how we think it's not ready yet, but where we think it might start finding its home soon. For the Better Podback we have a listener asking about mic arms, w...
Jun 05, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 281
Sometimes 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's Better Podcasting Download we discuss the recently announced Mackie DLZ Creator. For the Better Podback we discuss further RCP2 hesitation, Hindenburg having more launch issues and we follow-up about Powe...
May 30, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 280
Although 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 referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/279 . If you want to follow us elsewhere, you can follow us on all of our socials at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/contact or email podcast@better...
May 22, 2023•47 min•Season 279Ep. 3
In 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. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we express our disagreement with the tone of a Bloomberg article about YouTube Podcasts. Finally, in this week's Better Podback we round up audience feedback, inc...
May 16, 2023•51 min•Season 3Ep. 278
Podcast 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. This episode we're also pleased to debut a brand new segment: The Better Podcasting Hobby Podcaster Profile. In our debut episode we highlight Anthony Sytko from Capes on the Couch podcast. In this week's Be...
May 08, 2023•1 hr 11 min•Season 3Ep. 277
This 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 about a recent security issue with the PowerPress plugin. Finally, we run down some Better Podback including excitement in our Discord community about Hindenburg Pro 2. Find full episode information including ...
May 01, 2023•50 min•Season 3Ep. 276
Last 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 media for your podcast (and it might not just be used to promote your podcast!). In this week's Better Podcasting Download we chat about some of the most common software-based failures we see, and some insi...
Apr 24, 2023•1 hr 15 min•Season 3Ep. 275
If 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 week's Better Podcasting Download we chat about the price increases with Pocket Casts, and we speculate some of the impact it could have with podcasters. Finally, we run down some Better Podback from the last ...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 274
Welcome 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 episode with a How I Saved My Podcast story. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we chat about the new Riverside.fm features (and speculate about what this might mean). Finally, we run down some Better Po...
Apr 10, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 3Ep. 273
In 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 Download we discuss TikTok using the term 'podcast'. Finally, we run down some Better Podback from this week, including an update about a sound pad issue that keeps coming up with the Rodecaster Pro 2 (and we'll...
Jan 30, 2023•1 hr 24 min•Season 2Ep. 272
Editing 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 personal experiences (and hopefully make the process more enjoyable). In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about a recent survey that favored video 'podcasts'. Finally, we run down some listener...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 2Ep. 271
Continuing 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 Download, we talk about immersive podcasting. Finally, we run down some listener feedback over the last week, including a follow-up to our ad-blocking discussion. Find full episode inform...
Jan 16, 2023•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 270
We 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 passion for your podcast, and what we think you might want to do if you start to lose the passion for your podcast. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we talk about some Ad Blocking coming to podcast li...
Jan 09, 2023•1 hr 16 min•Season 2Ep. 269
We 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. Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/268 . If you want to follow us elsewhere, you can follow us on all of our socials at https://www.bet...
Dec 28, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 268
With 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, some of the considerations you should have, and some of the ways we think you can help put your own unique spin on the topic. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we discussing some recent changes we...
Dec 19, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 267
In 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 community. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we discussing some Patreon stats, and consider - is it worth it? In our Better Podback, we round up some listener feedback including several follow-ups to l...
Dec 05, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 266
Perhaps 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 discuss YouTube creating advice for podcasting on YouTube. In our Better Podback, we round up some listener feedback including one listener who has an editing conundrum. Find full episode information includi...
Nov 29, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 265
In 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 their download limits. In our Better Podback, we round up some listener feedback including one listener who refused to lose another recording. Find full episode information including links referenced in this...
Nov 21, 2022•56 min•Season 2Ep. 264
In 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 pseudonyms. We'll also discuss some of the places we think you just may not be able to escape using your real name. Plus, SP has a big reveal regarding his pseudonym. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we...
Nov 14, 2022•57 min•Season 2Ep. 263
It's here, it's finally here! In our return episode of Better Podcasting, we kick off Season 2 of Better Podcasting (yes, Season 2) and in this episode we're going to talk about the future of Better Podcasting. In typical Better Podcasting fashion, we'll share some of the behind-the-scenes discussions that we had, and the reasons behind the decisions we've made for Better Podcasting - we hope this can help our fellow hobby podcasters. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we discuss a new d...
Nov 07, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 262
We're coming back next week! In this episode we announce the return of Better Podcasting. You should stick around after the announcement for a replay of a recent chat that SP did with infamous Scott Johnson of Frogpants (recorded for his 'Better Podcasting Chats with SP' show). Join us live on November 2, 2022 at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern when we record our return episode of Better Podcasting (produced episode to be released late November 6, 2022) where we'll provide the full details of what's t...
Nov 01, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 261
We release our final episode of 2021 with an update about our hiatus, why it'll be longer than we anticipated, and some self-reflection on how our recent situation affects hobby podcast endeavors. We also have a combined (condensed) version of our annual Our Gear tradition discussing our equipment purchases over the past year.. In our Better Podback, we ask listeners if they have any gear purchase plans for 2022. Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https:/...
Jan 01, 2022•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 260
Sometimes the best way to save your podcast, is to take a break from podcasting. This week we talk the concept of taking a break from podcasting, why it can be important to take a break from podcasting, how you might utilize taking a break from podcasting, and recognizing when it might be time to take a break from podcasting. We also have an important announcement at the end of this segment - we will be taking a break from Better Podcasting. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we tell you...
Sep 20, 2021•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 259
Tascam just released a new recorder/mixer called the Mixcast 4, and it reminds us a lot of the Rodecaster Pro. This episode we run down the specs on the Mixcast 4 and then summarize some other mixers/recorders, what we think is their pros/cons, and how they stack up against eachother. We hope this episode helps you navigate what is rapidly building to be a sea of options in this space. In our Better Podback, we have listeners answer polls including what they'd like to see for funny podcast award...
Sep 06, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 258
SP recently attended Podcast Movement 2021, and he set out with a few goals. In this week's episode, SP recounts his experience at Podcast Movement and how he felt about it attending as a hobbyist. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we follow up on previous discussion about Discord threads. Finally, we take listener feedback, including listeners who had questions about Stephen's recent Elgato Wave Arm LP experience . Find full episode information including links referenced in this episod...
Aug 23, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 257
What do we think are the key elements of a hobby podcast? This week we discuss some of the elements that we think are specifically important for hobby podcast - and some of the ones that we think where hobby podcasters have an advantage over professional podcasters. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss a change with Discord - it now has threads! Finally, we take listener feedback, including a listener who uses Dynamite on their podcast. Find full episode information including li...
Aug 08, 2021•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 256
If podcasting is your hobby, does that mean that it's free? The answer is no, hobby podcasting isn't free podcasting. This week we discuss some of the challenged that make it hard to try to podcast for free, and where it might benefit to try to pay a little money, and where you can try to save a buck or two. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss how Automaticc is buying Pocket Casts, and we speculate what this means for the future. Finally, we take listener feedback, including a ...
Jul 26, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 255
This week we break down some of our learnings from running the GonnaGeek Network and provide some recommendations that we have for hobby podcasters that are thinking about starting a hobby podcast network. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss some recent news that came out about the latest Audacity terms of service, and what we think that means for hobby podcasters, and how you might want to keep your eyes out for changes in the future. Finally, we take listener feedback, includ...
Jul 12, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 254
