Better Podcasting
by Stephen Jondrew and SP Rupert
SP Rupert and Stephen Jondrew host a weekly podcast dedicated for the Hobby Podcaster with tips and tricks on how to get started, sound great, have fun and not break the bank. Each week they talk about a podcasting topic in depth within an arc (like how to start a podcast, podcast gear for the hobby podcaster, and tips on different types of presenting-announcing-hosting) and then run down a current news item of importance to podcasting. They also run down any feedback and offer advice on how to make your hobby podcasting time better, easier and more fun. You can check them out at www.betterpodcasting.com for more information.
Episodes
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Better Podcasting #312 - Our Gear 2024
You've been waiting all year, and it's finally here, we're talking about our gear! We carry on our annual tradition of talking about our gear changes this past year. In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: BlogTalkRadio Closure Acast limits free plan StreamYard updates TOS Finally, in...
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Better Podcasting #311 - Archiving
Whether your podcast is active or you're retiring it, there is likely some level of archiving that you'll have to do for your podcast. In this episode we'll discuss our personal methods for podcast file archiving, some other ways you may consider archiving and we'll discuss archiving your entire...
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Better Podcasting #310 - Podcast Websites in 2024
There's been a lot of change in the podcast website space since we last chatted about it, so it's time for us to do a revisit. In this episode we'll discuss some reasons you may want a website for your podcast, some methods for building your website, some recommendations that we have for building…
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Better Podcasting #309 - Podcasting 2.0
Whether through our podcast or elsewhere, you've likely heard rumblings about Podcasting 2.0 by now. In this episode we're going to try to break down what Podcasting 2.0 is, how it might benefit hobby podcasters, some ways that hobby podcasters could be negatively impacted by it, and some general...
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Better Podcasting #308 - Social Media for Hobby Podcasters
Are you looking to use your social media to help your hobby podcast? If so, this episode might be for you. There's been a TON of changes in social media since we last talked about it, so in this episode we'll run down several potential social media platforms that you may want to consider, we'll...
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Better Podcasting #307 - Podcast Trends
Analyzing podcasting trends can be fun, especially when it's your hobby! In this episode we reflect on podcast trends from about 15 years ago, compare how they stack up with trends today, and we also discuss why you my want to pay attention to some podcast trends whilst ignoring others. In the...
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Better Podcasting #306 - Hobby Podcaster Gear in 2024
So you're a hobby podcaster and know you have some gear purchasing ambitions, but where do you start? It's been a long time since we ran down podcast gear considerations, and there's been a lot of change in both the gear space, which is why we decided it was time to re-visit the topic. In this...
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Better Podcasting #305 - Episode Descriptions
In this episode we talk about some considerations you may want to have when writing your show notes (aka episode descriptions). We talk about what makes a good episode description, why you should put some effort into the description, ways you can make it easier for you to balance your valuable…
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Better Podcasting #304 - RSS Feed Migration Issues & Maintenance Best Practices
We kick off Season 5 of Better Podcasting sharing some lessons learned from our RSS migrations over the last couple months. We'll run down a variety of issues we encountered while doing our migrations, some recommended best practices, and some of the ways we tried to make our migration process…
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Better Podcasting Season 5 Teaser (Bonus content: StreamYard Price Increase)
It's official, we have our Season 5 return date set! In this teaser episode we tell you about when we'll be returning, how long you can expect our (as previously discussed) shorter season to run, and when you can catch our next live stream. To tide you over until next week, we discuss recent...
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Better Podcasting #303 - Wrap-up Of Our Season Of Media Host Reviews
In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Update on SP's gear sales Windows 11 Stephen changes his keyboard to the Keychron K5 Pro Attempting a sit-stand riser in-place install For our FINAL media host review of the season, we give our final thoughts after doing our media host season,...
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Better Podcasting #302 - Our Season Is Almost Finished / Media Host Segment: Castos
In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Overcast receives an update Captivate gets an upgrade Spotify removes Q&A feature For our FINAL media host review of the season, we give our take on Castos. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: ZOOM L-12 max file sizes Spotify...
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Better Podcasting #301 - PowerPress Compromised / Media Host Segment: Acast
In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: PowerPress plugin is compromised Podcast Beacon StreamYard removes pricing For our media host segment this week, we give our take on Acast. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: Audience reaction to limited Blubrry comments on...
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Better Podcasting #300 - Celebrating Our Favorite Better Podcasting Moments
In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: SAG AFTRA on AI commercials Podbean AI editing on the app For our 300th episode we run through some of our favorite moments from the past 300 episodes (and we discuss SOME of our advice that didn't hold up). Finally, in this week's Better…
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Better Podcasting #299 - Applying Your Podcast Workflow To Biking / Media Host Segment: Spreaker
In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: SP's Rodecaster Pro 2 Replacement Adapter Libsyn shuts down Libsyn Studio SP applies his podcast workflow to his bike rides Buzzsprout writes a Libsyn article For our media host segment this week, we give our take on Spreaker. Finally, in this...
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Better Podcasting #298 - RX11 Might Not Work For You / Media Host Segment: Patreon
In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Another Rodecaster Pro 2 problem SP upgrades his studio There's something you should know about iZotope RX11 New Buzzsprout archive feature RSS.com new LIT tag Stephen's mac troubles For our media host segment this week, we give our take on...
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Better Podcasting #297 - Stepping Back From A Podcast / Media Host Segment: Misc Updates
In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Stephen's latest Mac update RX11 is released Hindenburg's transcript-focused update Rodecaster Duo SUPER DEAL New Rode WS14 Pop filter Peppa Pig podcast Taxing your computer Legends of SHIELD update For our media host segment this week, we give…
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Better Podcasting #296 - Our Trailer Is Old / Media Host Segment: Captivate.fm
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Spotify passes Apple Podcasts (in at least one way) Buzzsprout text feature Podnews reminds us of our trailer For our media host segment this week, we review Captivate.fm. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: IAB 2.2 feedback...
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Better Podcasting #295 - Uncertifiably Compliant / Media Host Segment: RSS.com
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen has an update on his mac experiment Apple Podcasts scheduled outage New IAB guidelines released Spotify exits IAB For our media host segment this week, we review RSS.com. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: Podcast...
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Better Podcasting #294 - Wait, Stephen Bought What Now?! / Media Host Segment: Substack
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: StreamYard acquired Pinecast outage New Shure USB microphone Stephen's making a big podcast change For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Substack Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: Podcatchers DaVinci…
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Better Podcasting #293 - YouTube Music Podcasts Still Evolving? / Media Host Segment: Transistor
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Further evolving our media host criteria Libsyn walks back their recent comments about Apple Podcasts iZotope RX sale pricing / loyalty offers YouTube Music Podcasts may keep evolving For this week's media host segment, we give our review of...
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Better Podcasting #292 - What We Want In A Future Audio Mixer / Media Host Segment: RedCircle
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Recap of why we are leaving Libsyn A recent discussion on Libsyn's The Feed about some testing they did on customer's feeds What do we want to see in a future audio mixer? Expanding our media host evaluation criteria For this week's media host...
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Better Podcasting #291 - Mackie DLZ Creator XS Security Flaw / Media Host Segment: Guest Chris Osborne's Pinecast Experience
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen returned the Mackie DLZ Creator XS (including a security flaw) Affinity sold to Canva - could there be benefits? Google Podcasts Gone: How to get your podcast on to YouTube Music For this week's media host segment, our guest Chris Osborne…
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Better Podcasting #290 - We're Both Digital Mixer Cursed / Media Host Segment: Buzzsprout Review
This week we're pleased to bring back the Hobby Podcaster Profile with Chris Osborne AKA Waffles. In the Better Podnering this week topics include: A study for Apple Podcasts searchability Stephen is now facing a Mixcast 4 / Rodecaster Pro 1 challenge SP can't recommend the Rodecaster Pro 2 For...
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Better Podcasting #289 - Stephen's Secret Audio Test / Media Host Segment: Simplecast Review
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: A lawsuit about a podcast title Spotify removes another show, unable to re-instate subscribers Stephen did a secret test: VDO Ninja pro audio setting Update on SP's Rodecaster Pro II RMA SP's temporary setup this week: PodTrak P4 For this week's...
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Better Podcasting #288 - Even More Rodecaster Pro II Problems / Media Host Segment: Guest Chris Ferrell's Recent Experience
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: SP has even more Rodecaster Pro 2 problems iOS transcripts are here Multi-tracking audio within OBS A simplified podcast experience using the Vocaster Two For this week's media host segment, our guest Chris Ferrell joins us to discuss his recent...
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Better Podcasting #287 - IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.2 / Media Host Segment: Spotify For Podcasters Review
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.2 out for review (New?) Streaming service LiveSpace YouTube Music podcast badge What is good podcast badge etiquette? For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Spotify For Podcasters (Formerly Anchor)....
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Better Podcasting #286 - Multi-cam Video Podcast Editing / Media Host Segment: Pinecast Review
In the Better Podnering this week topics include: SP's Multi-cam video editing journey Show analyzers Stephen hates the Polywav For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Podbean. Finally, in this week's Better Podback, infamous Bandrew Scott has a follow-up about last week's RE320...
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Better Podcasting #285 - SP's Earth-Shattering RE320 Feedback / Media Host Segment: Podbean Review
We open this week with an update about the How I Saved My Podcast and Hobby Podcaster Profile segments. In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen abandons testing the Zoom PodTrak P8 SP has some earth shattering comments about the RE320 Why it might make sense to have a dedicated...
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Better Podcasting #284 - Season 4 Premiere!
Better Podcasting is back with the premiere of Season 4 of Better Podcasting - and we're shaking up the format! In this episode we'll begin by explaining some of the changes that you can expect to see going forward with Better Podcasting and we'll answer what is happening with the Better...
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Better Podcasting #283 - Our Gear 2023
In this special episode of Better Podcasting, we conclude our 2023 year by continuing our annual tradition of discussing the evolution of our gear over the last year. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss what we think was one of the biggest changes in podcasting 2023. Finally, in...
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Better Podcasting #282 - Update about Better Podcasting Season 4
This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: This is dual-feed episode Official announcement about Better Podcasting - Main show Update about SP's eBay ventures Stephen has a new strategy for trying to...
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Better Podcasting #281 - Returning From A Hiatus
In the Season 3 Finale we have a topic that was two-seasons in the making - returning from a hiatus. This week we reflect on our experience returning from a hiatus including some of the successes we had, as well as some of the areas we wish we had handled better. In this week's Better Podcasting...
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Better Podcasting #280 - Evolving with Your Audience
Sometimes as you evolve your podcast it can be jarring for your listeners, but there are ways that you can help include them in the process to help make it a better experience. In this episode we discuss ways to help engage your audience as you go through changes in your podcast. In this week's...
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Better Podcasting #279 - One Podcast Saved, Two Downloads and Lots of Podback!
Although we don't have a main segment this week, in this episode we podcast for our audience starting with a How I Saved My Podcast story, we end with six pieces of Better Podback, and in between we even have two Better Podcasting Downloads. Find full episode information including links…
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Better Podcasting #278 - Posting in Multiple Locations
In the year 2023 there are a lot of places you may consider cross-posting your podcast to. Is it easy? Is there any ongoing maintenance? Should you let your media host do it for you? These are some of the areas we discuss in our conversation about posting to multiple distribution destinations. In...
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Better Podcasting #277 - Podcast Branding
Podcast branding can be an important part of marketing your podcast, as well as helping to highlight the unique qualities of your podcast; but what exactly is branding? Today we discuss what podcast branding is, and how it's not just the tangible aspects like your artwork and promo material. This...
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Better Podcasting #276 - Dedicated Social Media/Community Managers
This week we talk about the idea of using a dedicated (or paid) social media/community manager. Whether it's hiring someone to do this, or you're having someone you know take care of this, there are some important considerations to be had. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about…
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Better Podcasting #275 - Social Media For Your Podcast
Last week we talked about exploring other communities to help grow your podcast, and in the process we briefly touched on social media. However, since social media is a topic in itself, this episode we talk about some of the challenges and considerations you may have when trying to use social…
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Better Podcasting #274 - Expanding Outside Your Normal Community
If you're trying to grow your podcast, the chances are there may be a point where you want to explore outside of your current community/social circles. In this episode we discuss some considerations to be had if you're looking to explore other communities to help grow your podcast. In this week's...
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Better Podcasting #273 - Defining Your Audience
Welcome to Season 3 of Better Podcasting. This episode we kick off our season discussing defining your audience. We'll talk about finding a niche in the space, as well as some of the challenges that can come by getting too specific. However, before we get there - we're please to start the episode...
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Better Podcasting #272 - Cohost Compatibility (Season 2 Finale)
In the Season 2 finale of Better Podcasting, we discuss co-host compatibility, and some of the ways you can self-reflect to help achieve that. We'll discuss some personal challenges that we've encountered, and some of the luck that we've also had as well. In this week's Better Podcasting Download...
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Better Podcasting #271 - Editing Choices and Your Personal Experiences
Editing can be one of the most difficult parts for some hobby podcasters and your personal experience with editing can determine whether it's easier or more difficult for you. In this episode we discuss some of the ways that we think you can help determine your editing process based on your...
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Better Podcasting #270 - Overhauling Your Podcast
Continuing on with our discussion from last week, sometimes you may need to overhaul your podcast. Whether it's something on the surface, or something more in-depth, in this episode we discuss some of the considerations that we think you should have, and some of our experiences. In this week's...
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Better Podcasting #269 - Keeping The Passion for Your Podcast
We feel that in 2023 it's more important than ever for hobby podcasters to keep their passion for their podcast. In this episode we'll discuss some of the ways that we think hobby podcasters may have difficulties keeping their passion alive, some things that we think can help you keep your…
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Better Podcasting #268 - Our Gear 2022
We conclude our 2022 by continuing with our annual tradition of discussing the evolution of our gear over the last year. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we discuss a recent report about holiday podcast downloads. Note: We will be taking 1 week off next week for a holiday break. Find…
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Better Podcasting #267 - Ideas Aren't Always Original (and that's ok)
With so many podcasts in the world, it can be hard to come up with an original podcast idea. Does that mean you should still create your podcast? We think so. In this episode we discuss some of the reasons why we think it's ok to create a podcast that has a theme that has been created already…
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Better Podcasting #266 - Building a Podcast Out Of A Community
In the past we've talked about building a community around your podcast, but what happens if it's the reverse and you want to build a podcast around an existing community? This week we discuss some of the considerations you may have if you're going to create a podcast based on an existing...
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Better Podcasting #265 - Video Shows, Podcasts, Or Both?
Perhaps it's because we do one ourselves, but we're often asked about adding a video companion to a podcast. A lot has changed since we last covered this, so we're taking a look at how video stacks up in the world of podcasting under a 2022 lens. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we...
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Better Podcasting #264 - Imprinting Your Personality On Your Podcast
In this episode we chat about how your personality affects the choices that you make for your podcast. We'll discuss some examples we have on how our personality has affected the decisions we make for our podcasts. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we talk about Captivate increasing…
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About this show
SP Rupert and Stephen Jondrew host a weekly podcast dedicated for the Hobby Podcaster with tips and tricks on how to get started, sound great, have fun and not break the bank. Each week they talk about a podcasting topic in depth within an arc (like how to start a podcast, podcast gear for the hobby podcaster, and tips on different types of presenting-announcing-hosting) and then run down a current news item of importance to podcasting. They also run down any feedback and offer advice on how to make your hobby podcasting time better, easier and more fun. You can check them out at www.betterpodcasting.com for more information.
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