The Audacity to Podcast

Daniel J. Lewis | D.Joseph Design podcasts

Podcasting is a exciting and personal way to share your message with others, but how do you do it? What equipment, software, and skills do you need? We give you answers to these and more podcasting questions.

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TAP081: 5 tips to sound great with ANY microphone
5/21/2012
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Duration: 48:59

Simple mic technique can fix your podcast from sounding cheap and amateur to far more professional. Apply these five simple tricks to sound better podcasting!Related posts:TAP050: How to Improve Your Voice from a Cheap Microphone with Audacity
How I recorded into a PC without line noise [daily podcasting photo #17]
5/17/2012
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A Behringer U-Control or similar USB audio interface can protect your audio recordings from electronic interference noise. No related posts.
You can never have too many audio adapters [daily podcasting photo #16]
5/16/2012
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If you're buying a mixer, spend an extra $20–$30 to get an adapter for every jack your mixer has. You won't regret it.Related posts:A mic stand that doesn’t get in the way [daily podcasting photo #14]A podcaster’s studio requires resourcefulness [daily podcasting photo #15]Get good headphones for podcasting [daily podcasting photo #10]Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]Inexpensive and simple Skype & phone PC [daily podcasting photo #13]
A podcaster’s studio requires resourcefulness [daily podcasting photo #15]
5/15/2012
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I present my tacky solution to firmly holding my mic overhead boom arm: a block of wood and some folded coupons. No related posts.
A mic stand that doesn’t get in the way [daily podcasting photo #14]
5/14/2012
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I would call my Heil PL-2T my favorite piece of podcasting gear of all of my audio equipment—yes, even more than my Heil PR40 mic.Related posts:Get good headphones for podcasting [daily podcasting photo #10]Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]Inexpensive and simple Skype & phone PC [daily podcasting photo #13]The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]Zoom H4n for 4-channel podcast-recording [daily podcasting photo #9]
Inexpensive and simple Skype & phone PC [daily podcasting photo #13]
5/13/2012
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I use a Mac Mini as an inexpensive and versatile way to bring in live phone and Skype calls while podcasting. No related posts.
Tweet about your podcast without spamming [daily podcasting photo #12]
5/12/2012
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I use Buffer to automatically space my tweets out according to my preset schedule.Related posts:Zoom H4n for 4-channel podcast-recording [daily podcasting photo #9]The best cordless mouse [daily podcasting photo, day 3]Podcasting timer [daily podcasting photo #11]The morning mixer [daily podcasting photo, day 1]Rechargeable batteries save mobile podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 2]
Podcasting timer [daily podcasting photo #11]
5/11/2012
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It's good to keep a podcast to a consistent time. The easiest way I do this is with the free website e.ggtimer.com.Related posts:Get good headphones for podcasting [daily podcasting photo #10]Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]A robust headphone splitter and amplifier [daily podcasting photo #6]An HD webcam great for live-streaming [daily podcasting photo #7]Zoom H4n for 4-channel podcast-recording [daily podcasting photo #9]
Get good headphones for podcasting [daily podcasting photo #10]
5/10/2012
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This is my current, very cheap pair of headphones. I last about an hour in these before my head hurts. I've tried quality earbuds, but they give me headaches from the way my own voice sounds with my ears plugged.Related posts:A robust headphone splitter and amplifier [daily podcasting photo #6]Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]Zoom H4n for 4-channel podcast-recording [daily podcasting photo #9]An HD webcam great for live-streaming [daily podcasting photo #7]The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]
Zoom H4n for 4-channel podcast-recording [daily podcasting photo #9]
5/9/2012
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I highly recommend the Zoom H4n Portable Digital Recorder and will be recording remotely with it at BlogWorld NYC this year.Related posts:Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]A robust headphone splitter and amplifier [daily podcasting photo #6]The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]Zoom H4n 1.7 Firmware UpdateAn HD webcam great for live-streaming [daily podcasting photo #7]
How I archive podcast episodes [daily podcasting photo #8]
5/8/2012
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I archive my uncompressed raw and master podcast files to DVD-Rs, which proves much cheaperRelated posts:An HD webcam great for live-streaming [daily podcasting photo #7]The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]A robust headphone splitter and amplifier [daily podcasting photo #6]Rechargeable batteries save mobile podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 2]
TAP080: Turning a podcast into a business (with Gordon Firemark)
5/7/2012
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Duration: 49:35

Want to earn money, get tax benefits, or gain press access with your podcast? Then you need these legal answers with Gordon Firemark. He also shares what to do when you get a lawyer letter.Related posts:TAP078: Trademarks for Bloggers and Podcasters (with Gordon Firemark)
An HD webcam great for live-streaming [daily podcasting photo #7]
5/7/2012
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If you're looking for a great HD webcam, check out the Logitech C920.Related posts:The best cordless mouse [daily podcasting photo, day 3]The morning mixer [daily podcasting photo, day 1]The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]A robust headphone splitter and amplifier [daily podcasting photo #6]
A robust headphone splitter and amplifier [daily podcasting photo #6]
5/6/2012
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In a perfect world, everyone would have great headphones—the would fit perfectly, have great sound, and, most importantly, they would all be the same. But that's not reality for me and many other podcasters.Related posts:Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]The morning mixer [daily podcasting photo, day 1]The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]Rechargeable batteries save mobile podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 2]The best cordless mouse [daily podcasting photo, day 3]
Cheap headphone splitter for podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 5]
5/5/2012
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Belkin Rockstar Multi Headphone Splitter is perfect for splitting your podcasting audio so you and your cohosts can hear.Related posts:The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]The morning mixer [daily podcasting photo, day 1]Rechargeable batteries save mobile podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 2]The best cordless mouse [daily podcasting photo, day 3]
The cheapest podcasting mic [daily podcasting photo, day 4]
5/4/2012
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I got by with what I had, which was all I could afford when my podcasting hobby started.Related posts:The morning mixer [daily podcasting photo, day 1]The best cordless mouse [daily podcasting photo, day 3]Rechargeable batteries save mobile podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 2]TAP003: The Bare Minimums for Podcasting
The best cordless mouse [daily podcasting photo, day 3]
5/3/2012
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The Logitech Performance MX is a crucial part of my podcasting and design workflow, I would hate to be without it!Related posts:The morning mixer [daily podcasting photo, day 1]Rechargeable batteries save mobile podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 2]TAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful For
Rechargeable batteries save mobile podcasting [daily podcasting photo, day 2]
5/2/2012
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I'm a fan of rechargeable batteries because I don't have to keep buying new batteries. My wife and I are slowly replacing all of our batteries with Eneloop rechargeables. No related posts.
The morning mixer [daily podcasting photo, day 1]
5/1/2012
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The X1832USB has grown well with me, and there hasn't been any kind of mixing combination it can't do.Related posts:TAP034: How to Apply Special Effects with Audacity or a MixerTAP011: Podcasting with Software Compressors vs. Hardware Compressors
TAP079: Why you need your own privacy policies, disclosures, and releases for blogging or podcasting
4/30/2012
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Duration: 49:18

How to easily make a privacy policy and what it should contain, how to get releases for your cohosts and guests, necessary disclaimers and disclosures, and how to avoid defamation. Legal answers with Gordon Firemark.Related posts:Podcasting, blogging, and the law—upcoming seriesTAP063: Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) vs. Blogging and Podcasting
TAP078: Trademarks for Bloggers and Podcasters (with Gordon Firemark)
4/23/2012
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Duration: 35:35

Show you claim something as a trademark? Do you have to register trademarks? How can we protect trademarks in social media? And more trademark questions answered by entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark.Related posts:TAP077: Copyright laws for bloggers and podcastersTAP075: 5 reasons bloggers and podcasters MUST have audacity
TAP077: Copyright laws for bloggers and podcasters
4/16/2012
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Duration: 48:24

Can you use copyrighted material in your personal podcast? What about "fair use"? And more copyright questions answered by entertainment lawyer Gordon Firemark.Related posts:TAP075: 5 reasons bloggers and podcasters MUST have audacity
Podcasting, blogging, and the law—upcoming series
4/13/2012
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Gordon Firemark will join us for the next few episodes to discuss copyrights, trademarks, privacy policies, disclaimers, and tax benefits for blogging and podcasting.Related posts:TAP041: WordPress Plugins for Podcasting (or Blogging)6 Emotions Every [Podcaster] ExperiencesTAP053: How to Setup and Use Feedburner for Blogging or PodcastingTAP063: Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) vs. Blogging and Podcasting
TAP076: 7 free and easy ways to give your podcast new life
4/9/2012
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Duration: 46:17

It may feel like your podcast is dying. That doesn't always mean it's time to quit. Sometimes, your podcast just needs a bit of new life! If you have extra money to spend, I also include some bonus tips.This is more than just finding content for your podcast, but bringing new inspiration and flavor to what is still your passion.Related posts:TAP026: 10 Ways to Give Back to Your ListenersTAP024: How to Make Your Podcast Shownotes Easy to Get To
TAP075: 5 reasons bloggers and podcasters MUST have audacity
4/2/2012
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Duration: 33:12

Learn why you need guts to blog or podcast. It's not just about a computer program.Related posts:TAP009: Four Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Audacity?TAP042: How to Podcast Live: 5 Reasons, 4 Cautions
iTunes changes podcast specs and features
3/27/2012
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On Monday, March 26, iTunes sent an email with the subject, "iTunes Podcasts: Provider News & Announcements," to all podcasters in their directory. I'll explain what this means and how it applies to you.Related posts:TAP032: Truth about iTunes Subscriptions and Dropped pingPodcast
TAP074: Is Zune still important for podcasters?
3/26/2012
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Duration: 46:38

Rob Greenlee from Zune tells us that the Zune Marketplace isn't dead, and we talk about the future of Zune and podcasting in general. No related posts.
TAP073: New SEO for Google, Audacity 2.0, New iPad, Mobile-Friendly [podcasting news]
3/19/2012
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Duration: 37:26

Is your blog or podcast ready for Google's new algorithm? Should you update to Audacity 2.0? What the new iPad means for podcasters. Becoming mobile-friendly. No related posts.
Audacity 2.0 Now Available and No Longer Beta
3/14/2012
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The free audio-editor Audacity has finally received its official upgrade to 2.0! You can and should download the new version right now.Related posts:Audacity 1.3.13 Released, Full Windows 7 Support, Improvements for OS XTAP060: How to Record and Edit a Podcast with AudacityTAP035: What’s New in Audacity 1.3.13 (with screenshots)
TAP072: How to Use PowerPress to Setup Your WordPress Blog for Podcasting
3/12/2012
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Duration: 51:11

Learn how to setup Blubrry's PowerPress plugin for WordPress, including feed and iTunes settings, category podcasting, channels, and how to attach podcast episodes.Related posts:TAP041: WordPress Plugins for Podcasting (or Blogging)TAP053: How to Setup and Use Feedburner for Blogging or PodcastingTAP033: HTML5 Audio and Video Players and Blubrry PowerPress 2.0TAP068: Podcasting Stuff You MUST Get Right the First TimeTAP032: Truth about iTunes Subscriptions and Dropped pingPodcast
TAP071: Accents, Cover Art, and Stitcher’s Terms [feedback]
3/5/2012
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Duration: 40:34

Will a native-language accent turn away listeners? How to fix a cover art display issue. And whether Stitcher's legalese is evil.Related posts:TAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform VisualizationStitcher Now Streams Noodle.mx Network PodcastsTAP008: Website Stats and Feedburner’s RSS Subscriber StatsGet Easy, High-Quality Audio Feedback from Listeners with SpeakPipe
TAP070: How to Use Truncate Silence and Sound Smarter with Audacity
2/27/2012
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Duration: 57:29

Learn how to remove verbal crutches and automatically shorten long silences.Related posts:TAP023: How to Insert Background Music or Sound Effects in Audacity
TAP069: Top Podcast Directories and How to Get in Them
2/20/2012
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Duration: 43:32

The worldwide web is a big place and having your podcast on just your website will prevent you from growing an audience—or getting one in the first place.Related posts:TAP008: Website Stats and Feedburner’s RSS Subscriber Stats
TAP068: Podcasting Stuff You MUST Get Right the First Time
2/13/2012
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Duration: 1:11:22

Podcasters don't have to be perfect, and it's easy to fix most of our mistakes. But here are thirteen things that you can't fix later if you don't get it right when you start podcasting. Most of these apply to blogs, too.Related posts:TAP008: Website Stats and Feedburner’s RSS Subscriber StatsTAP041: WordPress Plugins for Podcasting (or Blogging)TAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful ForTAP052: How to Properly Add ID3 Tags to Audio PodcastsTAP053: How to Setup and Use Feedburner for Blogging or Podcasting
TAP067: 11 Ways to Use Twitter to Promote Your Blog or Podcast
2/6/2012
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Duration: 1:06:07

Twitter can be a tool to find, grow, and mature your audience, as well as a great way to promote your blogging and podcasting. Here are eleven ways to help you succeed!Related posts:TAP062: 11 Ways to Improve Your Blog or Podcast in 2012TAP039: 5 Ways to Make Money from Your Podcast or BlogTAP058: How to Start a Blog or Podcast Website and Hosting RecommendationsTAP057: How to Find Content for Your Blog or PodcastTAP064: 13 Ways to Be a Great Podcast LISTENER
Get Easy, High-Quality Audio Feedback from Listeners with SpeakPipe
2/1/2012
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Receiving audio feedback is either hard or low-quality. But SpeakPipe is a service to change that.Related posts:TAP026: 10 Ways to Give Back to Your ListenersTAP028: Sports Sounds Pro, Giving Back to Podcasters, and Making Friends [Feedback]
TAP066: Live Calls, Chatrooms, Audacity Plugins, and Podcast Cards [Feedback]
1/30/2012
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Duration: 48:46

How to take live phone or Skype calls, managing Audacity plugins, effectiveness of podcast cards, live-streaming a Skype conversation, how to get a chatroom, and multiple USB mics/inputs on Windows.Related posts:TAP038: Recording Skype Calls, Multiple USB Mics, Soundboard 2.0, and Video Podcasting [Feedback]TAP044: How to Live-Stream and Record a Podcast with OthersTAP045: How to Embed Live-Streaming Video on a Podcast WebsiteTAP042: How to Podcast Live: 5 Reasons, 4 CautionsTAP046: How to Put a Live Chat Room on a Podcast Website
TAP065: Audacity Compressor Showdown
1/24/2012
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Duration: 1:10:45

The contestants: Audacity's built-in compressor, Chris's Dynamic Compressor, C3 Multiband Compressor, and Levelator. I was personally surprised by the winner.Related posts:Death of Chris Capel, Creator of Chris’s Dynamic Compressor for AudacityTAP005: My Secret Audacity Recipe for Great AudioTAP011: Podcasting with Software Compressors vs. Hardware CompressorsTAP050: How to Improve Your Voice from a Cheap Microphone with AudacityTAP060: How to Record and Edit a Podcast with Audacity
TAP064: 13 Ways to Be a Great Podcast LISTENER
1/16/2012
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Duration: 49:40

As podcasters, we should be setting the examples of being great listeners and encouraging our audiences to be the same.Related posts:TAP062: 11 Ways to Improve Your Blog or Podcast in 2012
Why I Can’t Use LiveFyre for WordPress Comments
1/14/2012
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LiveFyre's commenting system boasts some impressive features and functionality, but has several deal-breakers for me.Related posts:Why I’m Dropping the IntenseDebate Commenting SystemTAP041: WordPress Plugins for Podcasting (or Blogging)How to List New Podcast Episodes in WordPress with Custom PHP in Six StepsRethinking the Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress
TAP063: Stop Online Piracy Act (SOPA) vs. Blogging and Podcasting
1/9/2012
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Duration: 43:31

This is a hot topic for Internet content-creators: bloggers, podcasters, YouTubers—almost anyone with a presence on the Internet could be affected. No related posts.
Why I’m Dropping the IntenseDebate Commenting System
1/3/2012
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I share what I'd like a commenting system to do and why I no longer feel IntenseDebate is the WordPress plugin to help me.Related posts:TAP041: WordPress Plugins for Podcasting (or Blogging)
TAP062: 11 Ways to Improve Your Blog or Podcast in 2012
1/2/2012
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Duration: 40:57

While everyone is making New Year's Resolutions in their personal lives, think about how you can improve your blogging and podcasting passions in 2012. Here are eleven suggestions.Related posts:TAP039: 5 Ways to Make Money from Your Podcast or BlogTAP058: How to Start a Blog or Podcast Website and Hosting Recommendations
TAP061: What’s New in Audacity 1.3.14
12/19/2011
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Duration: 35:33

See what's new with the latest 1.3.14 update to the free audio-editor Audacity and whether podcasters will need it.Related posts:Audacity 1.3.13 Released, Full Windows 7 Support, Improvements for OS X
TAP060: How to Record and Edit a Podcast with Audacity
12/12/2011
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Duration: 57:18

Back to basics! Learn what you need to edit your first podcast and some tips you may have missed if you're already podcasting with Audacity.Related posts:TAP029: How to Record and Mix Multiple Hosts in Audacity (Double-Ender)TAP036: 3 Ways to Record Multiple Onsite Podcast HostsTAP044: How to Live-Stream and Record a Podcast with OthersTAP020: Soundboard 2.0, Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress, and Pasting in AudacityTAP035: What’s New in Audacity 1.3.13 (with screenshots)
TAP059: Should You Podcast in Mono or Stereo?
12/6/2011
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Duration: 43:16

5 things to consider as you decide whether stereo or mono is best for podcasting. No related posts.
How to Make Podcasts Open Directly in iTunes (and Even Make Money!)
12/2/2011
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Make it easy for potential listeners to quickly launch iTunes and subscribe. You could even earn some affiliate money! No related posts.
TAP058: How to Start a Blog or Podcast Website and Hosting Recommendations
11/30/2011
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Duration: 28:11

5 simple steps to get your own website, install WordPress, and start blogging or podcasting.Related posts:TAP037: 5 Steps to an Effective (Podcast) WebsiteTAP019: 6 Tips for Picking a Good Domain for Your Podcast or WebsiteTAP045: How to Embed Live-Streaming Video on a Podcast WebsiteLearn How to Podcast from Start to FinishHow to List New Podcast Episodes in WordPress with Custom PHP in Six Steps
TAP057: How to Find Content for Your Blog or Podcast
11/14/2011
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Duration: 41:23

Learn twelve things you can do to get content for blogging or podcasting. No related posts.
TAP056: 9 Things Audacity Doesn’t or Can’t Do
11/7/2011
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Duration: 43:08

Audacity, like any program, has its limits. There are workarounds to some of these, or alternatives to others.Related posts:TAP010: Audacity and iTunes—Making Not-LAME MP3sTAP009: Four Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Audacity?
TAP055: Top 7 Deadly Fears of Podcasting
10/31/2011
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Duration: 54:52

We chase away the undead ideas that scare away many people from podcasting or blogging, or frighten even seasoned podcasters or bloggers. No related posts.
TAP054: 9 Tips for How to Grow Your Audience by Attending Social-Media Events
10/24/2011
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Duration: 49:13

In-person social-media events are a lot of fun and can be opportunities to grow your audience. Learn 9 tips for taking advantage of these events without being a spammer. No related posts.
TAP053: How to Setup and Use Feedburner for Blogging or Podcasting
10/11/2011
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Duration: 58:32

Feedburner provides useful subscription stats and powerful overrides that any blogger or podcasting can use. Learn how to setup Feedburner with your WordPress website for your blog or podcast.Related posts:TAP041: WordPress Plugins for Podcasting (or Blogging)TAP008: Website Stats and Feedburner’s RSS Subscriber StatsTAP018: New Feedburner, Facebook RSS Graffiti, GarageBand ’11, and More
TAP052: How to Properly Add ID3 Tags to Audio Podcasts
10/3/2011
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Duration: 44:58

Learn what ID3-tagging software you can use (most free), how to enter ID3 tags, and taking advantage of iTunes fields for podcasting with PowerPress.Related posts:TAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform VisualizationTAP033: HTML5 Audio and Video Players and Blubrry PowerPress 2.0TAP032: Truth about iTunes Subscriptions and Dropped pingPodcast
TAP051: How to Pick the Best Time to Live-Stream or Publish a Podcast
9/26/2011
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Duration: 48:40

Whether live-streaming or only offering a download, your timing is important! Learn some tips on picking the best time for you and your audience. No related posts.
TAP050: How to Improve Your Voice from a Cheap Microphone with Audacity
9/19/2011
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Duration: 52:03

Learn three easy Audacity tips for making your voice sound better, regardless of what microphone you use. No related posts.
Please Nominate The Audacity to Podcast™ for Technology in the Podcast Awards
9/15/2011
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The annual Podcast Awards are upon us! Would you please nominate The Audacity to Podcast™ and the rest of the Noodle.mx Network podcasts for awards? No related posts.
TAP049: 9 Steps to Better Podcast Shownotes and 7 Benefits
9/12/2011
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Duration: 58:18

Your shownotes are the life of your Internet home for your podcast. Writing and posting them effectively will give you several benefits. No related posts.
TAP048: Productivity Tips for Podcasters, with Stever Robbins (@GetItDoneGuy)
8/29/2011
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Duration: 58:09

Stever Robins has 180,000 listeners to his personal-productivity podcast. He shares several tips and tricks for podcasters to be productive in their podcasting. No related posts.
TAP047: 9 Must-Haves for a Live-Streaming Page
8/22/2011
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Duration: 57:51

Your podcast's live page shouldn't be merely another page on your site. This page needs special content and optimization to be effective. Learn nine things you should include on this page. No related posts.
TAP046: How to Put a Live Chat Room on a Podcast Website
8/16/2011
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Duration: 49:39

Encourage viewer-participation with a chat room during your live-streaming, podcast-recording sessions.Related posts:TAP045: How to Embed Live-Streaming Video on a Podcast WebsiteTAP042: How to Podcast Live: 5 Reasons, 4 CautionsLive-Show Schedule (June 2010)TAP044: How to Live-Stream and Record a Podcast with OthersTAP037: 5 Steps to an Effective (Podcast) Website
TAP045: How to Embed Live-Streaming Video on a Podcast Website
8/8/2011
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Duration: 59:09

Once you have your podcasting equipment setup, it's time to pick your live-streaming service and embed it on your website!Related posts:TAP042: How to Podcast Live: 5 Reasons, 4 CautionsTAP044: How to Live-Stream and Record a Podcast with OthersTAP037: 5 Steps to an Effective (Podcast) WebsiteTAP043: How to Live-Stream Yourself While PodcastingTAP019: 6 Tips for Picking a Good Domain for Your Podcast or Website
TAP044: How to Live-Stream and Record a Podcast with Others
8/2/2011
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Duration: 51:34

Learn how to setup your basic to advanced equipment for live-streaming your podcasting sessions with cohosts.Related posts:TAP043: How to Live-Stream Yourself While PodcastingTAP042: How to Podcast Live: 5 Reasons, 4 CautionsTAP036: 3 Ways to Record Multiple Onsite Podcast HostsTAP004: Live-Podcasting Questions and AnswersTAP029: How to Record and Mix Multiple Hosts in Audacity (Double-Ender)
TAP043: How to Live-Stream Yourself While Podcasting
7/25/2011
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Duration: 56:08

Basic equipment recommendations and then different setups for live-streaming just yourself with the equipment that you already have. No related posts.
TAP042: How to Podcast Live: 5 Reasons, 4 Cautions
7/18/2011
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Duration: 42:13

This is the launch of a miniseries about live-podcasting. Before we get into the "how to podcast live" specifics, it's best to answer why you should podcast live.Related posts:Live-Show Schedule (June 2010)TAP004: Live-Podcasting Questions and AnswersTAP009: Four Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Audacity?
TAP041: WordPress Plugins for Podcasting (or Blogging)
7/11/2011
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Duration: 54:10

My favorite WordPress plugins that enable me to effectively podcast. This is not just another list of plugins that all do the same thing, but each plugin has a special purpose and all work together.Related posts:TAP008: Website Stats and Feedburner’s RSS Subscriber StatsTAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful ForHow to List New Podcast Episodes in WordPress with Custom PHP in Six StepsTAP031: Rethinking and More Podcasts about PodcastingTAP024: How to Make Your Podcast Shownotes Easy to Get To
6 Emotions Every [Podcaster] Experiences
6/30/2011
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Blogging and podcasting are very similar. Both require passion, creativity, and content. Likewise, both provoke similar emotions. Roberto Montanez from Inside the Blogger’s Mind shares this progression of emotions and well informs you of the emotions you will experience. As you read, replace any form of “blogging” with “podcasting,” and you’ll see how much it [...] No related posts.
TAP040: 10 Tips for How to Keep Audacity from Crashing
6/27/2011
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Duration: 32:52

I have almost never had problems with Audacity, except when I did something stupid. If you'd like similar success, try these and share any suggestions and experience you have.Related posts:TAP019: 6 Tips for Picking a Good Domain for Your Podcast or WebsiteTAP035: What’s New in Audacity 1.3.13 (with screenshots)Audacity 1.3.13 Released, Full Windows 7 Support, Improvements for OS X
Hear Daniel J. Lewis on Podcasting Passion with Max Flight
6/25/2011
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Max Flight has had a lot of success with his Airplane Geeks Podcast. Max’s desire with his new podcast, Podcasting Passion, is to interview other podcasters about podcasting (that’s so meta!). I was happy to be interviewed by Max and we had a great conversation. We talk about David’s three keys to a quality podcast: passion for what you [...] No related posts.
TAP039: 5 Ways to Make Money from Your Podcast or Blog
6/14/2011
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Duration: 1:14:03

Whether you have a small or large podcast, you can make money from it. While this is not an exhaustive list, Daniel J. Lewis shares his top five ways to monetize the content you're posting on the Internet in your podcast or blog.Related posts:TAP024: How to Make Your Podcast Shownotes Easy to Get To
TAP038: Recording Skype Calls, Multiple USB Mics, Soundboard 2.0, and Video Podcasting [Feedback]
6/2/2011
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Duration: 53:17

Listeners share their software and tricks for podcasting, as well as get their questions answered.Related posts:TAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful ForTAP020: Soundboard 2.0, Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress, and Pasting in AudacityTAP028: Sports Sounds Pro, Giving Back to Podcasters, and Making Friends [Feedback]TAP029: How to Record and Mix Multiple Hosts in Audacity (Double-Ender)TAP015: Podcasting without Passion, Organization, or Dialog?
The Disadvantages of BlogTalkRadio
5/21/2011
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I haven’t spoken or written much about BlogTalkRadio (BTR), but you’ve probably heard me tell people how I can’t stand telephone-quality podcasts. BlogTalkRadio is known for producing such podcasts. Although BlogTalkRadio does present Skype options, the majority of podcasters turn to BlogTalkRadio as a great method to record a podcast with just a phone call. [...] No related posts.
Death of Chris Capel, Creator of Chris’s Dynamic Compressor for Audacity
5/20/2011
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With great sadness, I must tell you that I that Chris Capel, the creator of Chris's Dynamic Compressor plugin for Audacity, died near the middle of April, 2011. No related posts.
TAP037: 5 Steps to an Effective (Podcast) Website
5/17/2011
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Your website is the Internet home for your podcast. Here are several easy things you can do to make your website appeal to gain more listeners and make it easier for current subscribers. I’ll use my own recent design of The Audacity to Podcast™’s website as an example. The new website is built and designed [...] No related posts.
Save 10% at Musician’s Friend (expires May 21)
5/14/2011
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Split with Amazon.com, I buy most of my audio equipment for podcasting from Musician’s Friend because it’s very easy to get coupons and sales, which have saved me hundreds of dollars. Now, I have a special 10%-off coupon code to pass on to you. Save 10% with coupon code MFMAYDAY. Disclosure: this is an affiliate [...] No related posts.
TAP036: 3 Ways to Record Multiple Onsite Podcast Hosts
5/3/2011
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Duration: 52:21

Learn how to effectively use three ways of recording more than one person in a podcast, and how to avoid ineffective ineffective applications of the same three waysRelated posts:TAP029: How to Record and Mix Multiple Hosts in Audacity (Double-Ender)TAP017: How Long and How Often Should You Podcast?TAP030: How to Have an Effective Podcast Intro/OpeningTAP003: The Bare Minimums for PodcastingTAP019: 6 Tips for Picking a Good Domain for Your Podcast or Website
TAP035: What’s New in Audacity 1.3.13 (with screenshots)
4/19/2011
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Duration: 59:27

I share the full list of changes in Audacity 1.3.13 and personal experience with several of them. Ron Eastwood shared a fun special effect in Audacity.Related posts:TAP016: How to Prerecord Episodes with Audacity and WordPressAudacity 1.3.13 Released, Full Windows 7 Support, Improvements for OS XApple Updates iLife, GarageBand Updates Only for MusiciansTAP020: Soundboard 2.0, Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress, and Pasting in AudacityTAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform Visualization
Audacity 1.3.13 Released, Full Windows 7 Support, Improvements for OS X
4/12/2011
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The latest update to Audacity brings full Windows 7 compatible, better noise removal, and more. Download this free audio-editor and update to version 1.3.13 (beta).Related posts:TAP005: My Secret Audacity Recipe for Great AudioTAP009: Four Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Audacity?TAP012: How to Remove Noise with Audacity
TAP034: How to Apply Special Effects with Audacity or a Mixer
4/6/2011
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Duration: 48:46

Make your voice or music sound crazy with these special effects that you can apply post-process (after recording) or in real-time with a mixer.Related posts:TAP023: How to Insert Background Music or Sound Effects in AudacityTAP020: Soundboard 2.0, Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress, and Pasting in AudacityTAP011: Podcasting with Software Compressors vs. Hardware CompressorsTAP003: The Bare Minimums for PodcastingTAP029: How to Record and Mix Multiple Hosts in Audacity (Double-Ender)
TAP033: HTML5 Audio and Video Players and Blubrry PowerPress 2.0
3/22/2011
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Duration: 39:34

It’s now possible and easy for you to upgrade your podcast website to support an HTML5 audio/video player, but not leave Flash Player behind. Adobe Flash Player solved many problems Websites and media are maturing faster than web browsers and web standards. So in order to support the vast amount of media appearing online, sites [...] No related posts.
TAP032: Truth about iTunes Subscriptions and Dropped pingPodcast
3/8/2011
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Duration: 46:00

What you've heard about iTunes's auto "unsubscribing" and pingPodcast is probably wrong. Hear some truth plus two new launches for podcasters.Related posts:TAP008: Website Stats and Feedburner’s RSS Subscriber StatsTAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful ForTAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform VisualizationTAP016: How to Prerecord Episodes with Audacity and WordPressTAP024: How to Make Your Podcast Shownotes Easy to Get To
TAP031: Rethinking and More Podcasts about Podcasting
3/2/2011
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I’m rethinking the “podcaster’s theme” for WordPress, the podcast megasite, and weekly podcast schedule. I also share more podcasts about podcasting. Rethinking the podcaster’s theme for WordPress Although well-meaning, I’ve decided to no longer pursue my pursuits of programming my own WordPress theme for podcasters and instead design on top of a WordPress framework. I’m [...] No related posts.
Learn How to Podcast from Start to Finish
2/25/2011
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If you want to start podcasting or want to get better at podcasting, then there’s no better place I can recommend that Cliff Ravenscraft’s “How to Podcast from A to Z.” Cliff is a good friend and even a mentor and inspiration to me and my podcasting. I highly recommend his five-week group study course. [...] No related posts.
One Podcast Network Megasite or Separate Podcast Sites?
2/11/2011
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When I began planning for Noodle.mx Network in early 2010, I wrestled with a decision that I’m still questioning today: should a podcast network have a single megasite or separate sites for each podcast? There are many advantages and disadvantages to both sides, and my following thoughts may not be complete. So I highly value [...]Related posts:How to List New Podcast Episodes in WordPress with Custom PHP in Six StepsPlease Nominate the Noodle.mx Network Podcasts in the 2010 Podcast Awards #pca10TAP024: How to Make Your Podcast Shownotes Easy to Get ToTAP019: 6 Tips for Picking a Good Domain for Your Podcast or WebsiteStitcher Now Streams Noodle.mx Network Podcasts
No Podcast Episodes Until February 21
2/9/2011
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We just couldn’t make things work to record any podcasts this week and we already planned to take a break for Valentine’s Day. At this point, we plan to return on February 21. Please remember to send in your funny stuff for our clean-comedy podcast, especially funny birthday wishes to Jeremy. feedback@TheAudacitytoPodcast.com or (903) 231-2221. [...]Related posts:Happy New Year! No Episodes This WeekTAP016: How to Prerecord Episodes with Audacity and WordPressHow to List New Podcast Episodes in WordPress with Custom PHP in Six Steps
Rethinking the Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress
2/7/2011
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If you’ve listened to The Audacity to Podcast™, you know that I’ve talked about making a WordPress theme specifically for podcasters. Combined with my background in web design with my own podcasting, I can see many things that podcasters would want a theme to do and have been—rather slowly—attempting to incorporate these ideas into the [...] No related posts.
TAP030: How to Have an Effective Podcast Intro/Opening
2/3/2011
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Duration: 56:00

How you open your podcast episodes could be turning people away from your podcast. I share elevent potential elements of an opening/intro, examples, and my suggestions for an effective podcast opening. Hi, Daniel My podcast listening has increased considerably while in the car commuting to the office and on walks. In most situations, I cannot [...] No related posts.
TAP029: How to Record and Mix Multiple Hosts in Audacity (Double-Ender)
1/26/2011
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Duration: 31:16

If you want to highest-quality audio in your podcast of two more more hosts, then you have only two options: Record in-studio with multiple microphones and a mixer Record separately and combine in post production (called a double-ender) “Double-ender” comes from the pre-satillite days of television when two personalities would be recorded with audio and [...]Related posts:TAP020: Soundboard 2.0, Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress, and Pasting in Audacity
TAP028: Sports Sounds Pro, Giving Back to Podcasters, and Making Friends [Feedback]
1/12/2011
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Duration: 37:31

I comment on feedback regarding another sound cart manager (soundboard), friends made through podcasting, listeners giving back to podcasters, and a podcasting goal for 2011.Audacity tip: importing M4A (AAC), WMA, FLAC, and other special audio files.Related posts:TAP010: Audacity and iTunes—Making Not-LAME MP3sTAP026: 10 Ways to Give Back to Your ListenersTAP002: The Benefits of PodCamps for PodcastersTAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful ForTAP025: 10 Christmas Gifts for Podcasters
TAP027: 5 New Year’s Resolutions for Podcasters
1/4/2011
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Don't forget your podcast in planning your new year's resolutions! I share five suggested goals to improve your podcasting in 2011.Related posts:Happy New Year! No Episodes This WeekTAP002: The Benefits of PodCamps for Podcasters
Happy New Year! No Episodes This Week
12/27/2010
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We’re all taking time off for Christmas and New Year’s Day, so there will be no new episodes this week for Are You Just Watching?™, The Audacity to Podcast™, or the Ramen Noodle™. We’ll resume our regular live schedule on Monday, January 3. If you have any funny holiday (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s Day) stories, [...]Related posts:TAP016: How to Prerecord Episodes with Audacity and WordPress
TAP026: 10 Ways to Give Back to Your Listeners
12/23/2010
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In the spirit of Christmas, I want to inspire you find new ways to give back to your listeners, if you aren’t already. After talking about Christmas gifts for podcasters, I was inspired by Elise from Knit Misadventures to talk about giving back to your listeners. 1. Be a linchpin and giver I’ve been reading Seth [...] No related posts.
Zoom H4n Firmware Update Helps Marriages (Manslater)
12/23/2010
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Fresh on the heels of the Zoom H4n 1.7 firmware comes a totally new update that will revolutionize your marriage or dating. They call it the Manslater! Watch this funny video, starring our beloved Zoom H4n Handy Portable Digital Recorder. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A5Vb9SLkq5k Via Mashable. No related posts. No related posts.
TAP025: 10 Christmas Gifts for Podcasters
12/15/2010
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We’re in the midst of the holidays! Thanksgiving has already passed and Christmas is just a short time away. If you’re looking for the right gift for your podcasting friend or family member, or you’re a podcaster trying to figure out what you want for Christmas, then this short gift guide is for you! In [...]Related posts:TAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful ForTAP002: The Benefits of PodCamps for PodcastersTAP010: Audacity and iTunes—Making Not-LAME MP3s
TAP024: How to Make Your Podcast Shownotes Easy to Get To
12/8/2010
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Duration: 41:14

The accessibility of podcast shownotes is important, but forgotten by most podcasters. Learn how to make short, easy-to-use URLs with Pretty Link for each of your podcast episodes. Hire me to design stuff for you! Make your message look great by hiring me to personally design your website, presentation, podcast cover art, and more! Visit D.Joseph Design to [...] No related posts.
Interviewed by Andrew Johnstone on Podcast Squared (@podcastsquared)
12/3/2010
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Andrew Johnstone, from Podcast Squared, interviewed me just before my wedding and posted it the week of my wedding. I had forgotten to share this with you until recently. I sit down with Daniel Lewis from the Noodle.mx suite of podcasts to talk about God and how you should be thinking about him when you [...] No related posts.
TAP023: How to Insert Background Music or Sound Effects in Audacity
12/2/2010
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Duration: 53:09

I focus completely on Audacity in this episode! This time, I share a brief explanation of copyright laws for podcasters, where to get music and sound effects, and three ways to work with background music or sound effects in your podcast. Hire me to design stuff for you! Make your message look great by hiring [...]Related posts:TAP020: Soundboard 2.0, Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress, and Pasting in AudacityTAP005: My Secret Audacity Recipe for Great AudioTAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform VisualizationTAP012: How to Remove Noise with AudacityTAP009: Four Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Audacity?
Stitcher Now Streams Noodle.mx Network Podcasts
11/30/2010
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I’m very pleased to announce that Stitcher, a program to stream audio content to your smartphone (iPhone, Android, BlackBerry, and even Palm), has welcomed the Noodle.mx Network podcasts into their directory! Are You Just Watching?™ is under “Movie Talk” and “Christianity” channels. The Audacity to Podcast™ is under “Media Industry” channel. the Ramen Noodle™ is [...] No related posts.
Zoom H4n 1.7 Firmware Update
11/24/2010
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You know that I love my Zoom H4n Handy Portable Digital Recorder. It has four different ways that you can connect audio input: two XLR jacks, two 1/4″ phone jacks, a stereo 3.5 mm jack, and built-in mics. Extremely handy to these connections are the two XLR jacks as they allow easy connect of a [...] No related posts.
TAP022: Podcasters, Podcasting Equipment, and Podcasting Software that I’m Thankful For
11/24/2010
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Happy Thanksgiving! I share a bunch of resources and inspirations for which I’m thankful. This is almost a “how I podcast” episode, but not quite. In full honesty, some of the following links are affiliate links. Purchasing these products will financially benefit Noodle.mx Network. However, this list was generated on personal preference and experience, before [...] No related posts.
CONTEST: Win a Free Tron: Legacy Poster
11/22/2010
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Subscribe to the Noodle.mx Network email newsletter to be entered to win a free promotional poster for the upcoming Tron: Legacy. No related posts.
TAP021: Shownotes URLs for Search-Engine Optimization (SEO)
11/18/2010
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Duration: 44:45

Regardless of whether you use WordPress or a different blogging platform or content-management system, how you title your blog posts and, by extension, your podcast episodes greatly affects your searchability and even your usability. These steps will assume that you are using WordPress and heavily rely on permalinks (called “friendly URLs” and similar in other [...] No related posts.
TAP020: Soundboard 2.0, Podcaster’s Theme for WordPress, and Pasting in Audacity
11/10/2010
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Duration: 36:13

Ambrosia Software released the much-needed Soundboard 2.0 and I share a brief review, I’m developing a WordPress theme designed specifically for podcasters, I answer Alan Bunt’s question about using a compressor/limiter/gate on a Behringer 1204 mixer, and I share an Audacity tip about pasting. Hire me to design stuff for you! Make your message look [...] No related posts.
Please Nominate the Noodle.mx Network Podcasts in the 2010 Podcast Awards #pca10
11/8/2010
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Your support of the Noodle.mx Network has been fantastic! We’re very happy to see from all of the positive feedback that you appreciate what we’re doing by providing critical thinking, podcasting and software skills, and making you laugh. You have also given us many suggestions and stories, too. Now, we come to you requesting a [...]Related posts:TAP019: 6 Tips for Picking a Good Domain for Your Podcast or WebsiteLive-Show Schedule (June 2010)
Podcasting Cat and 16 Other Pictures of Cats and Technology
11/3/2010
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Cats are cute. Even if you hate cats (like I do), you can appreciate LOLCats to some degree. Now, tech blog Dvice has posted “17 photos that prove cats and tech don’t mix.” I like the podcasting cat. No related posts. No related posts.
TAP019: 6 Tips for Picking a Good Domain for Your Podcast or Website
11/3/2010
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Duration: 41:30

Your domain is one of the most-important parts of your branding, and it’s how people will get to your website from anything other than a hyperlink. I share six tips for creating your domain. No related posts.
Subscribe & Follow WordPress Widget for Your Website
11/2/2010
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If you’ve been on the Noodle.mx Network website much, you’re probably familiar with my Subscribe & Follow widget in the right-hand side. I’m a professional web designer, so I put a lot of thought into the functionality and usability of the widget for helping people subscribe to your single or multiple podcasts or RSS feeds. [...] No related posts.
How to List New Podcast Episodes in WordPress with Custom PHP in Six Steps
10/28/2010
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If you don’t know PHP, it can be tricky to figure out how to list your latest podcast episodes on your WordPress site. The method I will share with you is do it for each of my podcasts in the Noodle.mx sidebar. This works in WordPress 3.0. Pick a tag for your podcast posts, like [...] No related posts.
TAP018: New Feedburner, Facebook RSS Graffiti, GarageBand ’11, and More
10/26/2010
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Duration: 36:54

Google updated Feedburner with mostly real-time stats, Apple released GarageBand '11, easily get your podcast into Facebook with RSS Graffiti, TechPodcasts Network, Podcast Awards, and a fellow podcaster launches Podcast Starter.Audacity tip: finding answers in the Audacity Wiki. No related posts.
Apple Updates iLife, GarageBand Updates Only for Musicians
10/20/2010
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Today, Apple and Steve Jobs announce the release of iLife ’11, an update to their popular suite of home-friendly applications. Although iMovie ’11 received some nice updates for audio-editing, and impressive video features, podcasting-friendly GarageBand ’11 received a line of updates applicable to only musicians or wannabe musicians. This does greatly disappoint me and probably [...] No related posts.
TAP017: How Long and How Often Should You Podcast?
10/20/2010
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Duration: 28:31

Subscribe to enough podcasts and you’ll see lengths from thirty seconds to two hours and frequencies from multiple times a day to once a month. I share some tips on determining the right balance for your podcast. Audacity tip: how to switch playback and recording devices within Audacity. Hire me to design stuff for you! [...] No related posts.
TAP016: How to Prerecord Episodes with Audacity and WordPress
10/6/2010
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Duration: 33:53

During my honeymoon, I had several episodes of the Ramen Noodle™ and The Audacity to Podcast™ automatically post. How can you prerecord and schedule your episodes to magically post while you are away? I share some tips for workflow, Audacity, and WordPress. This week’s Audacity tip is the power of the pause button. Hire me [...]Related posts:TAP015: Podcasting without Passion, Organization, or Dialog?TAP012: How to Remove Noise with AudacityTAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform VisualizationTAP003: The Bare Minimums for PodcastingTAP010: Audacity and iTunes—Making Not-LAME MP3s
TAP015: Podcasting without Passion, Organization, or Dialog?
9/25/2010
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Duration: 36:51

I’m back from my wedding and honeymoon, but still settling in with my wife. This is another prerecorded episode that started with a question about podcasting without passion. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can support us by supporting our sponsors (or outright [...] No related posts.
TAP014: Interview with Fred Castaneda of Struggling Entrepreneur, Part 2
9/16/2010
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Duration: 53:54

While I’m on my honeymoon, I have a two-part conversation with Fred Casteneda, a podcasting machine! We talk about his passion, organization, and dialog in his podcasting empire. This is part 2 of our previous conversation. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can [...] No related posts.
TAP013: Interview with Fred Castaneda of Struggling Entrepreneur, Part 1
9/9/2010
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Duration: 30:13

While I’m on my honeymoon, I have a two-part conversation with Fred Casteneda, a podcasting machine! We talk about his passion, organization, and dialog in his podcasting empire. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can support us by supporting our sponsors (or outright [...] No related posts.
TAP012: How to Remove Noise with Audacity
9/2/2010
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Duration: 40:33

Noise is probably the most-common problem in amateur podcasts. Professional podcasts sound great not just because of the equipment, but also because of techniques. Learn some ways to reduce noise before and after you record. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can support [...] No related posts.
TAP011: Podcasting with Software Compressors vs. Hardware Compressors
8/27/2010
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Duration: 53:03

Compression, expansion, noise gate, threshold, ratio—what does it all mean? Should you use a software audio compressor, or a hardware compressor?Related posts:TAP005: My Secret Audacity Recipe for Great AudioTAP003: The Bare Minimums for PodcastingTAP010: Audacity and iTunes—Making Not-LAME MP3sTAP004: Live-Podcasting Questions and AnswersTAP006: How to Make LAME MP3s with Audacity
TAP010: Audacity and iTunes—Making Not-LAME MP3s
8/19/2010
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Duration: 37:16

LAME is still the best MP3 encoder, but further tests and conversations reveal that it just may not be the best for podcasting. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can support us by supporting our sponsors (or outright hiring me). Make your message [...] No related posts.
TAP009: Four Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Audacity?
8/12/2010
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Duration: 33:10

I get a little controversial in the episode as I address four of someone else’s reasons why you shouldn’t use Audacity. Don’t worry, I remain loyal. I also share news about the BlackBerry Podcasts app for BlackBerry Smartphones. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how [...] No related posts.
TAP008: Website Stats and Feedburner’s RSS Subscriber Stats
8/5/2010
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Duration: 44:10

You have probably heard a lot of false things about stats, especially Feedburner's RSS stats. I'm here to tell you the truth! Make sure you listen to the episode because I explain everything in much more detail than I'm writing in the shownotes.Related posts:TAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform Visualization
TAP007: Changing iTunes Author Name, Cover Art, and Waveform Visualization
7/29/2010
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Duration: 29:30

I take some time to answer questions on Audacity and podcasting. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can support us by supporting our sponsors (or outright hiring me). Make your message look great by hiring me to personally design your website, presentation, podcast cover art, [...] No related posts.
TAP006: How to Make LAME MP3s with Audacity
7/22/2010
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Duration: 47:35

Stop making crappy MP3s with Audacity and LAME! I tell you how to encode MP3s the way LAME was designed to, so you get a great audio quality and small file size.Related posts:TAP005: My Secret Audacity Recipe for Great Audio
TAP005: My Secret Audacity Recipe for Great Audio
7/15/2010
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Duration: 43:33

We’re talking Audacity this time! Adobe Audition has its fantastic multiband compressor, but did you know you can get fantastic audio compression from a free plugin to Audacity? Listen to the episode to learn move! Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can support us [...] No related posts.
TAP004: Live-Podcasting Questions and Answers
7/8/2010
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Duration: 56:46

After several podcasts were recorded in front of a live audience at PodCamp Ohio, I hosted a panel with most of the podcast hosts as we discuss our equipment and workflow for live-podcasting. Please support our content We have expenses for our podcasts. Please look at these options for how you can support us by [...] No related posts.
TAP003: The Bare Minimums for Podcasting
7/1/2010
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Duration: 30:07

Don’t think that you have to spend thousands of dollars to launch your podcast! I give you some tips for podcasting decently with the cheapest equipment. Need a website or presentation designed? I freelance through my own company, D.Joseph Design. If you need a website or presentation designed or need help launching your podcast, please [...] No related posts.
The Audacity to Podcast™ Is “New & Noteworthy”!
6/29/2010
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I have been tracking the growth of my newest podcast, The Audacity to Podcast™. In recent days, I was happy to see it in the “See more” section of “New & Noteworthy” under the podcasting category. Although it was initially #15, I was still excited to see it somewhat featured, even if it was buried. [...] No related posts.
TAP002: The Benefits of PodCamps for Podcasters
6/24/2010
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Duration: 30:54

PodCamps are for more than just podcasters, but how can PodCamps specifically benefit podcasters? I share my thoughts and the three benefits. Before I begin, please note that I sponsor my own podcasts through my freelance design company, D.Joseph Design. If you need a website designed, help starting a podcast, or presentation designed, please contact [...] No related posts.
Live-Show Schedule (June 2010)
6/23/2010
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For now, here’s what I have decided for the schedule of our live shows: the Ramen Noodle™ live on Mondays at 8:00 p.m. (ET) The Audacity to Podcast™ live on Wednesdays at 8:00 p.m. (ET) Are You Just Watching?™ has yet to go on a live schedule, but we usually record our episodes on a [...] No related posts.
What Do YOU Want to Know About Podcasting or Audacity?
6/18/2010
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I have my main ideas written down for the next thirty-five episodes of The Audacity to Podcast™, but what do you want to know? Examples of what I have on my list: Google Analytics WordPress and plugins Twitter Music and sound effects Having cohosts or taking live calls Equipment Software Please share what you want [...] No related posts.
TAP001: You Need Passion, Organization, and Dialog (POD) to Podcast
6/18/2010
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Duration: 30:32

Welcome to the first-ever episode of The Audacity to Podcast™! I share my vision, talk about the POD of podcasting, and more. The POD of podcasting Passion—you have to be excited about what you have to say! That passion will drive you to find or generate content without much labor Organization—be professional, have your sites [...] No related posts.

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