In this week's episode we analyze several different ways to podcast without using a traditional computer (desktop / laptop). From Android to iOS, hardware recorders to wifi SD cards, we'll brainstorm a variety of methods to achieve this. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about a change that Pinecast made this last week with their analytics and what Stephen's experience was with it. We also had a slight update to last week's Apple Podcasts news that was discussed. Finally, we tak...
Jun 11, 2018•54 min•Season 1Ep. 134
Whether it's your individual podcast's history, or your personal podcasting history (ie. your podcast resume), this episode we talk about ways to keep track of your podcast history, and pros/cons of doing so. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we talk about an update with Podiant, a couple recent updates from Apple Podcasts (and what it means for your RSS feed) and how podcasting has finally come to PLEX. Finally, after this week's Better Podback, Stephen talks about his latest unexpected...
Jun 04, 2018•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 133
In this week's episode we start off by a How I Could Have Saved My Podcast story before we ask the question - WHAT IS YOUR PODCAST'S MISSION? In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss a reddit article questioning the future business of podcasts. Finally, in the Better Podback, we've got an email with the origins of our very own Stargate Pioneer. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We're a podcast that provides podcasting advice focused toward hobby podcasters. We focus on the ways t...
May 28, 2018•51 min•Season 1Ep. 132
Whether it's with the family or independently, there are many benefits to making time for activities outside of podcasting. In this episode we discuss these benefits, as well as what makes for a good activity outside of podcasting. Before we get to that though, we have a HOW I SAVED MY PODCAST story from a listener. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss two recent Pinecast updates, a change with Audioboom and we celebrate that the podcast patent troll case if finally over. Finall...
May 20, 2018•45 min•Season 1Ep. 131
All of your podcast comes back to one central thing - THE TOPIC - but the question is, how do you help decide on the topic for your episode? This week we run down a variety of ways you inspire yourself for your topic each episode. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we discuss a recent interview with 120 independent podcasters. Finally, we take listener feedback including one listener who doesn't like Stephen's microphone. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We're a podcast that provides ...
May 14, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 130
There are a lot of decisions that you need to make when podcasting, but do you need to do all of them right now? This episode Stephen and SP walk you through some ways to help you make decisions about your podcast by working through a few common ones. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, Stephen gives his review of SecondLine Theme's Bolden WordPress theme. Finally, we take your feedback about your podcasting world. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We're a podcast that provides podcast...
May 06, 2018•51 min•Season 1Ep. 129
In this week's episode we discuss tips for podcasting in less than ideal conditions. Whether it's recording, editing or publishing, if the situation isn't ideal, we'll talk about it. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we chat (and Stephen rants a bit) about the recent discussion surrounding the Google podcasting direction. Finally, after this week's Better Podback, Stephen give his rundown/review of the Heil PR781. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We're a podcast that provides podcas...
Apr 30, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 128
In this week's episode we talk about the taboo topic of when it's time to talk about your podcast. We'll discuss signs that it might be time to quit your podcast, we'll discuss why it's important to recognize this and what you can do if it's time to quit your podcast. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we talk about the Skype for Creators and what it means to podcasters and video show producers. Finally, we'll take your podcast related feedback in the Better Podback, including one listene...
Apr 23, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 127
In today's episode we talk about how the phrase "Practice Makes Perfect" applies to your podcast. We'll discuss why it's important to practice, WHERE you can practice, and places you definitely shouldn't practice. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we'll help you get in touch with your inner Canadian as we talk about the Infinite Dial Canada Research conducted by Edison. In Better Podback, we take listener/viewer feedback, including answering the question - "Who Is Johnny Pennington?" Fi...
Apr 15, 2018•52 min•Season 1Ep. 126
We've talked about technical components, and we've also talked about how you can leave an impression with your audience, well today we talk about technical components that leave an impression. We'll run down a variety of technical details that you may not realize can send a message to your listener. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, SP educates himself on reddit by having people tell him why they chose to use a condenser. We'll review and assess what everyone had to say. In this week's ...
Apr 09, 2018•55 min•Season 1Ep. 125
This week we ask the question - what type of podcast host are you? We'll discuss different type of podcast hosting styles, why it's important and what you can do to help develop untapped potential. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, Stephen gives his quick overview / first impressions of testing Pinecast and runs down the pros and cons that he experienced trying it out. Finally, Stephen gives a BIT of an update (AND A DEMONSTRATION) about the Zoom L-12 clip/click issue that he encountere...
Apr 02, 2018•43 min•Season 1Ep. 124
In this week's episode Stephen and SP discuss how you can get to know your audience, why it's important and what to do with this information when you do finally know. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we have a twofer as we talk about the Edison Research The Infinite Dial 2018 Survey Results and also a new podcast company called Saycaster. Finally, in this week's Better Podback we take your feedback including asking the question - who would you get to voice your intro in an ideal world? ...
Mar 26, 2018•1 hr 8 min•Season 1Ep. 123
In this week's episode we go slightly off the beaten path as we talk about financial tips (and don't worry - it ties in to your hobby podcasting). NOTE: Stephen and SP are not financial experts or professionals. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we talk about a couple of key changes to the Overcast app as they introduce Smart Resume. Finally, we take your feedback including the results of a poll on what Operating System you use for your podcast production. Before we get to any of that th...
Mar 19, 2018•1 hr•Season 1Ep. 122
Ever wondered what you can do to present yourself best when guest hosting on another podcast? In this episode we go over some best practices and ways you can prepare to be a guest. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we go over the recently release IAB statistic report and what it means to you as a hobby podcaster. Finally, in the Better Podback, we take your feedback including a poll about where you prefer to listen to podcasts and another poll on how you would prefer to integrate podcas...
Mar 12, 2018•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 121
It's time for your annual podcast tuneup as this week we discuss some of those basic podcast components that you take for granted each week and break down what makes them successful. We'll review things such as intros and outros, bumpers and stingers and even podcast structure itself. If you haven't thought about the value that these add to your show, now is the time. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we discuss a recent article called "5 Rules For Podcasting Responsibly." Finally, in th...
Mar 05, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 120
In this week's episode, we'll look at an often overlooked part of your audience - the new listener. We'll discuss best practices to ensure you continue to appeal to the new listener to help you grow your podcast. In the Better Podcasting Download we talk about the end of a highly touted piece of podcast equipment. Finally, in the Better Podback we'll hear from one listener who comes to Stephen's defense about his Behringer MDX4600 failure. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podca...
Feb 26, 2018•48 min•Season 1Ep. 119
The negotiations have completed, the contracts have been signed and that means Stephen and SP are back. In this week's episode there's a bunch of catch-up to get after last week's Better Better Podcasting takeover including a voicemail from one listener about a piece of FAILING HARDWARE, the give away of the Audio-Technica AT2005 microphone AND the backstory on why "Better Better Podcasting" came to be. We'll also talk about ways you can objectively assess your podcast when receiving feedback ab...
Feb 19, 2018•50 min•Season 1Ep. 118
This week big changes are happening with Better Podcasting. This episode's topics are all about the fine details of podcasting such as podcast art specs, ID3 tags and a whole bunch of other important considerations. In this week's Better Podcasting Download the crew talk about a recent email that came out from Apple reminding you of the branding changes. Finally, the hosts add their take on a question from the Stephen and SP Better Podcasting era in this week's Better Podback. Not familiar with ...
Feb 12, 2018•55 min•Season 1Ep. 117
Whether you're looking for a new creative outlet or you're looking to enhance your podcast's reach, in this week's episode we discuss a variety of Non-Traditional Podcasting projects that you might consider embarking on. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss a recent reddit article that one podcast posted with their experience of recording a podcast live in a public space. In the Better Podback, we take your feedback including one listener who has a follow-up to our discussion on...
Feb 04, 2018•58 min•Season 1Ep. 116
By listener request, in this episode we discuss a variety of different ideas for promoting your podcast - primarily promotional items. We'll discuss considerations, how to best place your money and some general brainstorming ideas. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we answer a listener question about what our biggest purchase mistakes have been. Finally, we take listener feedback including one viewer who blind-tested Stephen's big-mic shootout. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We tal...
Jan 29, 2018•1 hr 5 min•Season 1Ep. 115
In this week's show, we take some time to run down some a bunch of ways to that you can save time with your podcast. We've got some recommendations for every step of the podcast process! In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about how one popular podcaster is suing Twitter. Finally, we take your podcast feedback, including a message from one podcaster who has fun a totally silent chair. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podcast tips, tools and best practices to help...
Jan 24, 2018•1 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 114
We kick off our first episode of 2018 by talking about something that is very relevant to us both personally - Podcasting through a job change. We'll share best practices for how you can balance your podcast as you go through such an eventful time in your personal life (plus share some personal stories). In this week's Better Podcasting Download we run down a few main topics that happened since we last recorded, including IAB Podcast Measurement Guidelines Version 2.0, Libsyn acquiring Pair Netw...
Jan 15, 2018•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 113
This week we conclude our 2-episode annual tradition of talking about our gear upgrades from the past year - this time it's this Stargate Pioneer edition. In this week's Better Podcasting Download/Better Podback combined we talk about some work arounds to get podcasts on your Apple Watch. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podcast tips, tools and best practices to help you succeed with your podcast! Just like you we podcast purely out of the love and the fun of it. Podcasting is ...
Jan 01, 2018•51 min•Season 1Ep. 112
This week we kick off our 2-episode annual tradition of talking about our gear upgrades from the past year - this time it's this Stephen edition. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we talk about our initial experience with the new Apple stats being provided. Finally, we take your #podcast feedback, including a poll based on our Geeks.live live-stream stands in from last week, Heather Welch and Bandrew Scott. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podcast tips, tools and best p...
Dec 24, 2017•49 min•Season 1Ep. 111
This week Stephen is away and SP has a special guest host - Jason Bryant - and he's going to share his knowledge of podcasting WORLDWIDE. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we discuss how Patreon had a very odd few weeks - and have reversed a change. Finally, we take your feedback including a VOXER message from a listener who followed up about Podcast Mirror. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podcast tips, tools and best practices to help you succeed with your podcast! Ju...
Dec 19, 2017•1 hr 6 min•Season 1Ep. 110
This show we'll ask what is a podcast buddy, and we'll run down things you should look for when you've got one. Before we get there though, we'll have another HOW I SAVED MY PODCAST story. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about a brand new service called PODCAST MIRROR and the potential pros and cons of sing it. Finally, we'll run down your feedback this week, including one listener's question about whether or not we'll be doing our gear arc again this year. Not familiar with B...
Dec 11, 2017•59 min•Season 1Ep. 109
This show we're going to tell you all of the dirt on each other as we discuss how you can handle disagreements with your cohosts. We've got tips on how to handle disagreements, how you can resolve disagreements and what to do if a disagreement causes you to move on from your cohost. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about a recent Top 10 Podcasts of 2017 list on Time Magazine ( www.geeks.link/top102017 ) and a discussion surrounding this ( www.geeks.link/top2017discussion ). Fin...
Dec 04, 2017•49 min•Season 1Ep. 108
This show we go slightly off the beaten path as we do a high-level overview of PC Hardware and what it means to podcasters. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we followup to our previous talk about Podcast Communities as we discuss how community moderation can affect the tone of discussion. Finally, we'll take your feedback around the #podcasting world. Do you have something to say about the art of hobby podcasting? Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podcast tips, tools an...
Nov 27, 2017•1 hr 1 min•Season 1Ep. 107
For Americans it's Thanksgiving this week, which means just one thing - holiday season has begun. As a podcaster you have additional complications in an already busy time of the year, and that's why today we're discussing ways you can handle the holidays with your podcast. In this week's Better Podcasting Download Stephen gives you the final result on the Zoom L-12 warranty story. Finally, we'll take your feedback from around the #podcast world. Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about...
Nov 20, 2017•53 min•Season 1Ep. 106
In this week's show we're going to tell you all about why babies are NOT podcast killers, and we've recruited some stories to support this. Thank you to DigitalSoup, Jay, Keir, Amos and Emily for contributing to this episode. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we tell you how SP is finally on Spotify AND how Blubrry bought CastFeedValidator. Finally, we'll take your feedback from around the #podcast world! Not familiar with Better Podcasting? We talk about podcast tips, tools and best pra...
Nov 13, 2017•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 105
