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It's Back to School of and you can save 20% off your membership at the School of Podcasting (thorugh 10/1) when you use the coupon " bts " (short for back to school). Membership has its privledges as we will give away a Podcast Studio USB from Behringer to a member in October. Special thanks for Dave Gardner of www.ratcastradio.com and www.inlinehockeypodcast.com for the review of the Zoom H2 ($199 at Same Day Music and no TAX). Dave gives it 5 hockey pucks out of 5. Also Members of the School of Podcasting we are having some great times at our roundtables. Recently Fred from www.strugglingentrepreneur.com interviewed Tim from www.sleddogpodcast.com so we are doing more than just Q&A.

In today's show I play around a bit with the Zoom H4 recorder. I mention that there are 3 setting for volume. You can adjust many increments in addition to those three. I mention that if you have an issue with finding a quiet area, you already do. It's called YOUR CAR. I like the Zoom H4, I like its size, its battery, and the ability to record from XLR and 1/4." It has built in compressors and automatic recording level. I compare it to the Marantz MD660. The Zoom H4 doubles as a portable recorder AND a USB interface for recording. It also has a built in 4track recorder (great for musicians working on songs). The Zoom H4 is roughly $300. The Marantz MD660 is closer to $600 Last 5 in 5 From Brian and www.dimacast.com Blowing Smoke (google could not find this pdcast) Accidental Creativehttp://www.samedaymusic.com/mc--518373 Today in iPhonewww.todayiniphone.com The Rogues Galleryhttp://www.thedividingline.com/rg Podholes http://www.podholes.com/ Intro from Big Al Wagner of www.projectstudionetwork.com one of

Today I am looking at the Behringer USB Podcast Studio. This retails for $100 and it comes with everything you need to start podcasting (cables, mic, software, etc). This is geared towards the (in my opinion) single podcaster. You can connect more than one microphone to this, but there is only one XLR input (so you will need quarter inch cable converters, etc for mic number 2 - if you have more than one person "in studio"). Here is what I liked about it:The box comes with a handle making it every easy and convienient to take with you. It's small and doesn't take up your entire desk. The USB interface connected to both my computers without a hitch. I didn't even need to touch the driver CD. The manual is in a bunch of languages.The Price. If you purchased these separately you would be put out $158. What I wish would change about the product.Add an ON/OFF switch. Other Things to Consider:If you want to use a condensor microphone late, you will need to purchase a separate phantom powerWith ANY USB device you

Today I exposure my mistake using voiceemotion.com to record Kevin Bromber from Nowlive.com so instead of embarrassing myself, (and the fact that Skype broke down), I used my "recount" of the interview with Kevin. We also get a last 5 in 5, and I announce some future shows. Opening From Gary of www.podcastpickle.com LAST 5 IN 5 Courtesy of Fred Castaneda http://folkloricomusicdance.blogspot.com www.strugglingentrepreneur.com 1. The Morning Announcements2. Marketing Online Live www.marketingonlinelive.com3. Podcast Tools www.podcastools.com 4. Podcasting Underground www.podcastingunderground.com 5. Podcast Secrets (Premium). (check out www.secretswithdave.com ) Dave Talks About his conversation with Kevin Bromber The CEO and founder of www.nowlive.com (this was lost due to operator error). A new service that you can use that (as a Marquee user ) you can get high quality phone calls recorded (pricing on a case by case basis). Of course, I could avoid all of this by using (you guessed it www.nowlive.com ) Ot

Today I talk about any regrets I have after doing 100 shows. I have one thing I've changed (as of today). We also get some great feedback on organizing your podcast content. We also get a last 5 in 5. (11:15) Organizing Your Podcast InputMike Wills from www.nextgenerationofradio.com uses docs.google.com Big Al Wagner of www.projectstudionetwork.com uses http://www.backpackit.com/   Last 5 in 5Ken Blanchard the Urban Shooter Armed Citizen www.armedcitizenpodcast.com Girl 600 http://girl600.libsyn.com/ Gun Rights Advocates Podcast www.gunrights.us Old Time Radio Thrillers www.oldtimeradiofans.com School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.net (this site). Other Sites Mentionedwww.betterdave.com www.musicnewspodcast.netwww.sleddogpodcast.com www.weeklywebtools.com www.banditsigns.com

We have a ton of studd on the show today. We give away Sound Pack 3 from soundgods.com Congrats to Paul Clifford of the Tech, No bable Show You can earn money at Podcast Picke For Reviewing Podcasts We talk about how to keep things organzied so you don't let content slip through your fingers (and miss making it on to your podcast). We hear a promo for www.bestoftheworstpodcast.com I also talk about how easy it is to use www.polldaddy.com We then get a DUO of Last 5 in 5's (what were the last 5 podcasts you listened to, and tell us in less than 5 minutes). Dan from Journey Inside My Mind www.jimmpodcast.com had these:Morning Stories www.gbh.org/morningstoriesCoverville www.coverville.com Anji Bee Chill Cast http://chillcast.podshow.com Lifespring weekend Music http://weekendmusic.lifespringonline.com/Friday Night Dance Party http://www.fridaynightdanceparty.com/ Rich from www.audiogumshoe.com had these: Amp New Music Weekly http://amped.libsyn.com/Seventh Son  http://www.jchutchins.net/7thSonPodcast.xmlFIR

The great thing about podcasting is its getting big enough for companies to start building tools for podcasters. Today we look at the Audio Lite system from Gigavox (the makers of the Levelator). www.gigavox.com You can record your podcast in segements. Then (if needed) you can update certain segments (like an advertiser spot) in the current AND PAST podcasts. I'm using this not for advertisers, but for a non-profit (my church). Instead of having advertising spots rotate in and out, we use it for our calendar, and prayer concerns (items that chance from week to week). This way people are up to date with the latest news (no matter what episode they listen to). In reality your podcast can be evergreen. The information can be updated in past shows. The good news is its free to use. Take some time to think about it and how you want your podcast to go from section to section. I love it. Oh yeah. IT's FREE. The "bad" news is it doesn't work with Libsyn (it does with the more expensive Libsyn Pro). So I looked at s

Today I went and looked at some numbers regarding people using phones to listen to the School of Podcasting's Morning Announcements. I use voiceindigo.com and I had anywhere from 15 to 47 downloads a month. I also looked at how many people used the link shownotes.schoolofpodcasting.com and since April 100 people have used that link (which typically is not in print like today, but only heard in the podcast). So people ARE going to links they listen to. Sending Your Podcast to a Phonewww.voiceindigo.com Chris Penn's iPhone Kit http://www.financialaidpodcast.com/2007/06/30/financial-aid-podcast-podcaster-iphone-kit/   LAST 5 IN 5 From Dan Johnson of www.jimmpodcast.com Morning Announcements (this podcast - SUCK UP :) )Total Picture www.totalpicture.com (business leaders)Chill Cast www.anjibee.com (chill out with Anji)www.lynnparsons.net/redlightzone (A late night vibe podcast)www.jimmpodcast.com (An insight into Dan's mind) Other Sites Mentioned:www.soundsnap.com www.projectstudionetwork.com

Today we talk about what a double ender is, and some tips on recording them. We also talk about the newdirectory I've added at Also mentioned: www.box.net

In the episode we interview Paul Colligan of www.paulcolligan.com who has created a new Premium Podcast Solution that you can find at www.onetoonepodcasting.com This solution has three difference levels (including free), that allows you to have a private podcast, sell your podcast, sell a digital product, have an affilaite program, and and and .. (it does everything). It lets you podcast differently. I've had people ask how do to do certain things in podcasting in the past and there wasn't a solution - now there is. You can save 15% off  FOR LIFE using the coupon code sop121 if you want the pro version. You need to sign up by August 1st, 2007. You can save 15% off  FOR LIFE using the coupon code sop121v if you want the viral version. You need to sign up by August 1st, 2007. (So don't be tardy). If you want to see www.onetoonepodcasting.com in action check out www.askpaulcolligan.com Dave mentions that we wil have a drawing at the end of the month for School of Podcasting members, and listeners who had add

Is there ONE thing that you can do to bring a giant number of listeners? Probably not, but the key values are the same - find out where your listeners hang out and get some information to them. "You need to move to where the food is..." We are giving away "Dog Pack #3" from www.sounddogs.com to a School of Podcasting Listener who puts the School of Podcasting as a favorite at www.podcastpickle.com (members are already entered). Voicemail from Daniel Johnson of www.jimmpodcast.com Email from George at:http://OneMinuteHowTo.comhttp://EclecticMix.comhttp://DRiPInvesting.orghttp://GLSmyth.com - Blog: http://GLSmyth.WordPress.com Getting Ready For the Expo Time to get your business cards, and decide how you will network at the expo. Don't Forget About the Bonuses for Being a Member of the School of Podcasting Sponsor: Coolerwebsites.com www.coolerwebsites.com Quit paying for heb hosting space you'll never use!

I've started my own hosting company at www.coolerwebsites.com and have created some packages geared towards podcasters who are looking to host their files at Libsyn, and have a Wordpress Blog on their own site. Are you ready? It's only $1.99 a month and you have more than enough space to host your blog. BUT WAIT THERE IS MORE. School of Podcasting Members can get an additional 20% off (login to get coupon). Affordable Royalty Free Jazz MusicMike Stewart and his musical writing partner have put out a royalty free CD of jazz music. It's about $150 worth of music for $9.99 FOr more information CLICK HERE (School of Podcasting Members can get a $2 discount) Podcast Pickle FavoritesGary from Podcast Pickle has started a blog at http://pdillys.com/2007/06/08/understanding-our-favorites-system-at-podcast-pickle/ and I mention his blog item about Podcast Pickle Favorites. You may not be begging for Podcast Alley Votes again. Copy CatsDaniel Johnson from Journey Inside My Mind (www.jimmpodcast.com ) mentioned that

Members of the School of Podcasting have another discount to take advantage of from studiocutz.com on their Podcaster Toolkit DVD. Members get 15% (25 bucks!) off using a coupon code found inside the members area (and yes you could sign up for a one day pass (5 bucks) get the coupon code and come out 20 bucks ahead of the game. The sales runs through mid July. Opening by Steve from www.geekcred.net Recommended Product www.trykall8.com Never Worry About Losing Your Voicemail Number due to lack of calls. Johnathan Waltz had his podcast mentioned in a Blog about his powerscripting podcast (http://powerscripting.wordpress.com/ ). Realize that your podcast could be mentioned by anyone and your audience could explode. This is why you need a host for your podcast that offers unlimited bandwidth. That way no matter how popular your podcast is, you NEVER have to worry about bandwidth. I suggest www.uselibsyn.com (the service I use for the SOP). Vince from the B Movie Podcast (www.bmoviecast.com ) answers the quest

Join us as we interview "Ringmaster Greg" from the Dancing With Elephants Podcast (http://www.dwithe.com ) about the contest that involved cross promotion with other podcasters to help give away an ipod shuffle. In the end their listener numbers went up, but was it worth it? Listen an find out. Last 5 in 5dinkycast.http://dinkycast.com/ car talk NPRhttp://www.npr.org/rss/podcast.php?id=510097 Mac Casthttp://maccast.com/ Daily Giz WIzhttp://twit.tv/ Dr Floydhttp://www.doctorfloyd.com/ Get your domain name for $6.95 using the coupon code cooler3 when you check out at www.godaddy.com Need a host for your blog? Check out www.coolerwebsites.com

I am looking for answers to the question: I couldn't have done ___ if it was for podcasting. Or I sure am glad I started podcasting because _______   I talk with Ram Krishnan of www.castmetrix.com which is a company that allows you to gnerate dynamic content. For example I will be at he expo this year. I could put a segment into the system, and then after the expo, I could change that segment to talk about where people can download my presentation. The castmetrix.com system generates the file based on criteria that you set. For more information go to www.castmetrix.com Check out the new "Step by step" Podcast tutorials at www.schoolofpdocasting.com  

Today we talk about using a "Radio Voice" to be a podcaster. I talk about Dr Dave from www.shrinkwrapradio.com who was worried that he didn't have a "DJ" voice. He's doing fine, and remember that many people do NOT want to hear a "DJ" voice. We talk about forum spam. One way to cut down on spam is to require approval of all new members. George from the www.oneminutehowto.com podcast explains he finally wrote a program to stop spam on his website. I also mention how I've started a "Step by Step" section at the School of Podcasting with my recommended software program, hosting solutions, etc. If you are looking for a quick way to start podcasting, the School of Podcasting is a great solution. www.schoolofpodcasting.com Dave explains that Mixcraft from Acoustica is his recommended "Multi-track" podcasting software.

I talk about pacing yourself (your conent) when you hit the jackpot. We also talk about bulletin boards (forums), and how to fight spam. Wew also talk about doing an "Anniversary show." We also throw out the question, "Does anyone know a WYSIWYG theme editor for worpdress?" Affiliate link of the Month: www.trykall8.com Don't lose sleep worring if your voicemail number will be lost, it's only 2 bucks a month and .06 a minute and you never have to worry about losing your podcast vociemail number again. Sites and products mentioned: Cooler Websites www.coolerwebsites.com PhpBB http://www.phpbb.com/ Simple Machines Forum http://www.simplemachines.org/  Start your podcast today at www.schoolofpodcasting.com

Today I talk about some experiments I've done promoting my podcast. I also talk about some of the results I've done by finding a tool thats fits your listeners - in my case it was bookmarks promoting m podcast to college students - and how effective it can be. HOWEVER, I think that one of the reasons I have seen a rise in my listeners is due to my episdoe headlines. If you just put "your podcast name #12 " that doesn't entice people to listen. Make it easier for your listener by giving them a clue as to what is in your latest show. Today's affilaite link is www.trykall8.com get your own toll free number for $2 a month and only .06 a minute. Make it easy for your listeners to call, and never woory about losing your voicemail number again. If you would like to start your own podcast, check us out at www.schoolofpodcasting.com

Did you know that if you don't use your k7.net phone number in 30 days it will go away? Well here is a way to never worry about losing your voicemail. Check out www.trykall8.com where you can get a toll free number for $2 a month (plus .06 a call for each minute). No matter if people call or not, you will not lose your phone number. Always looking for shw intros "This is __ from the ___ and you're listneing to the School of Podcasting's morning announcements. Looking for a cheap hosting? Check out http://www.coolerwebpages.com/ (SOP members get %25 off the already low price). Dave talks about a poll he was doing on another non-podcast related site. The results: Have you listened to a Podcast? Yes 27 percentNo 61 PercentWhat is a podcast? 12 percent Comments from Laura of www.mbaworkinggirl.com really liked the tutorial at www.learntosubscribe.com (You can link to this at this page http://www.learntosubscribe.com/linktous.htm ) Podcast Reviews WebsitesPodcast Fanatichttp://podcastfanatic.wordpress.com/Podc

In this podcast we throw out some podcast promotion tips, why "hard sell" podcasts are stupid, and some new free services for podcasters. TIMELINE: 1:30 Feedback from Taylor Marek about a promtion that was being run by Dancing With Elephants (www.dwithe.com ) full details about promotion can be found HERE  4:48 Giving away an ipod Shuffle. will cost you about 80 bucks. 5:50 Feedback on the "Graffitti tip" from Mark Anderson 9:50 Other Podcast Promotion Ideas. Book Mentioned: Tricks of the Podcasting Masters  10:25 Find your podcast in the iTune directory and play with "also subscribe to this podcast."   12:19 www.trypersony.com a great way to collaborate online and NO SOFTWARE TO LOAD, NO monthly fees, NO huge sticker price. Try it for free at www.trypersony.com   13:55 Free Services For PodcastersPodcastlcicks.com www.podcastclicks.com Learntosubscribe.com www.learntosubscribe.com (link to this site) Want to start your own podcast? Check out our main stie at www.schoolofpodcasting.com