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Tuned In, Dialed Up

by Gavin and Wil

Join podcast journalists Wil Williams and Gavin twice a month as they come together to discuss shining moments in their pod-fan lives, discuss topics relevant to podcasting, share new shows they've found, and make at least two horrible puns per episode.

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  1. S2E11 - Industry Acquistions with Ely and Evo!

    Companies are buying stuff, podcasters aren't sure whether to freak out or not. Join Wil and Gavin as they bring past guests Elena Fernández Collins and Evo Terra back to the show for a chat about the bigger podcasting purchases over the last decade. tl;dr: we're gonna be fine, probably. For full...

  2. S2E10 - Interacting with Community Drama

    This week Wil and Gavin use the recent Lunar Light Studio dissolution as a jumping-off point to talk about the larger topic of how publicly-aired grievances are muddled by social media formats (Twitter, specifically) and prexisting ideas of intra-community drama. It's a heavy one, folks. For full...

  3. S2E9 - Recording Remote and YOU!

    Wil and Gavin hop on their magical remote recording machines that NPR has discovered in the past couple months and create their own podded cast without being in the same room together! Wild! Join them as they share tips/tricks for recording at home and try to get you jazzed about making your own...

  4. S2E8 - What We're Listening To

    Find out more about The Okra Project and their newly-created Nina Pop and Tony McDade Mental Health Funds, visit theokraproject.com Recorded several weeks ago, Wil and Gavin sit down and talk about what they've been listening to and how they listening habits have changed as COVID-19 keeps us all...

  5. S2E7 - So, Spotify Bought Rogan (feat. Evo Terra)

    Wil and I have wanted to have Podcast Pontifications' Evo Terra on for quite a while and, for some reason, Spotify buying The Joe Rogan Experience felt like the time to do it! Join us as we talk about our feelings on the deal (spoiler alert: doesn't really mean much for most of podcasting) with a...

  6. S2E6 - Art of Adaptation | Hadestown

    I'm gonna be real with you: we REALLY wanted to talk about Hadestown. Instead of doing a not-podcast Spoilers Ahoy episode, Wil and Gavin head way down into a discussion on the differences between Hadestown the 2010 album and Hadestown the 2017 broadway musical to spotlight some strengths and...

  7. S2E5 - Spoilers Ahoy! - My Year in Mensa

    Put on your thinking caps and grab some horrible catering, it's time to talk about Jamie Loftus' magnificent bite-sized podcast My Year in Mensa. Wil and Gavin rave about the show, what makes it tick, and what makes it so damn funny. This is probably the least hard to predict podcast for us to do...

  8. S2E4 - The Ways We Listen (to Podcasts)

    It's the (kinda) early release! Join Wil and Gavin on an aural adventure as they talk about the podcasting apps, headphones/earbuds/speakers, and speeds at which they consume podcasts. There are also some recommendations for some awesome podcasts, as usual. Spoiler Alert: Wil's pun is so intense...

  9. S2E3 - Spoilers Ahoy | This Sounds Serious (feat. Ely)

    Friend of the show Elena Fernández Collins rejoins the show for a much more lighthearted topic: how awesome true crime parody series This Sound Series can be. Seriously, this is basically just Gavin and Ely talking about why This Sound Serious slaps. To support the production of TIDU (and hear…

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  10. S2E2 - Ask Us Anything 2: Question Harder

    It's a special oops-all-questions episode of TIDU as Wil and Gavin frantically hopped on to record a replacement episode they thought they'd need. Turns out, we just have a fun second episode of the year for you! Join in as we take audience questions and Gavin tries out little a peanut...

  11. S2E1 - Copy That: A Discussion of Ad Reads

    "But first, a word from our sponsors." You've heard it a million times listening to podcasts, but now it's up to you to actually say those words and make ad copy interesting! Join Wil and Gavin as they discuss approaches to reading ad copy/making ads that have left them wanting to support the...

  12. S1E48 - Oops, All Recs!

    We're going on holiday break but for one last hurrah in 2019 Wil and Gavin are talking about some of their favorite not-podcast media they've been enjoying this year! Full list of recs in the show notes at dialeduppodcast.wordpress.com! To support the production of TIDU (and hear your name in an...

  13. S1E47 - Getting Started with Merch

    It's the shopping season, what better time to talk about some of the early hurdles/mindsets a podcaster encounters while getting into making merchandise for their show? Join Wil and Gavin as they talk everyone's favorite aspect of day-to-day life: capitalism. Note: this is by no means meant to be…

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  14. S1E46 - "World Firsts" and Due Diligence

    Yup, we ended up talking about the iHeart/Bear and a Banjo thing. Brace yourselves while Wil and Gavin talk about the radical notion of making sure your podcast is actually the first in the world to do a thing before making the claim that it is, in fact, the first in the world to do that thing.…

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  15. S1E45 - Podtales with Ely and Alex

    Wil quit their job! While the professional's away, the goofuses can play. Join Gavin as he welcomes the wonderful Elena Fernández Collins and Alex Hensley to the show as they talk about their experiences at Podtales, a new audio drama festival in Cambridge, MA. To support the production of TIDU...

  16. S1E44 - Spoilers Ahoy | Limetown (Facebook Watch)

    We're going back to Limetown as it makes the jump into the Third Dimension with its Facebook Watch adaptation. DISCUSSION OF EPISODES 5 AND 6 BEGINS AT 50:25 It's a good show! Why is Lia such a bad journalist? Why does she literally get off on violating privacy? These sentiments/questions and…

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  17. S1E43 - How about that Life?

    Hashtag real life happened a couple of times that delayed recording to the point where we weren't going to have anything up today, so Wil and Gavin got together last night to talk about how they've both gone through some life changes (spoiler: hire Wil) and recommend three awesome podcasts each....

  18. S1E42 - The Gang Starts Directing Audio Drama

    This episode Wil and Gavin take it a little more free-form and chill as they rap about their experiences working behind-the-scenes on their respective audio dramas. Gavin talks about his first experience directing a voice actor as they record, Wil talks about writing and pre-production around...

  19. S1E41 - Plagiarism and Citing Sources

    Welp, a couple of big podcasts got their wrists slapped for copying other people's homework. Wil and Gavin team up to use these unfortunate developments to share some tips on how to 1. Not steal and 2. Get super good resources for your nonfiction podcast. Turns out putting enough effort into a...

  20. S1E40 - Podcast Movement 2019 Thoughts

    We're back from Podcast Movement 2019, the episode is four days late, but dangit Wil and Gavin are here to talk about the best darn tootin' podcast conference. Also talk about mics, iffy startup companies, and of course good-good puns and podcast recommendations! For show notes, transcripts, and...

  21. S1E39 - Podfade

    (NOTE: This episode was delayed, Podcast Movement has already happened) Hey y'all, Wil is back! For the first time in months! We break the chain of delays and no-Wil episodes by talking about podfading, which naturally evolves into a conversation about burnout and how you as a podcaster don't owe...

  22. Special Hotel Episode: Podcast Movement 2019

    Gavin's alone in a hotel room and full of feelings after just saying goodbye to a lot of good-good podcast people. Let's briefly talk about Podcast Movement 2019. Show notes and all episodes can be found at dialeduppodcast.wordpress.com This podcast is powered by Pinecast.

  23. S1E38 - Apple Awakens

    TIDU is back from hiatus and two wonderful guests host are here to ruminate on the recent non-story about Apple pursuing making their own podcasts. Jordan Cobb and Elena Fernàndez Collins join Gavin to chat Apple, make a sweet Mean Girls allegory, and recommend good-good podcasts. Also puns and...

  24. S1E37 - Gavin Recalls PodX

    Gavin ventured deep into the Nash-vas (Nashville for those who aren't trying to force that reference to work) for PodX and had a lot of fun. Join Wil as she picks his brain about what happened, what was good, and what teething troubles this first-timer convention stumbled on.

  25. S1E36 - Let's Talk Nonfiction

    It's about time Wil and Gavin discussed what they like about nonfiction podcasting. You know, the thing the vast majority of podcasts seem to be? Buckle up as movie reviews, journalistic endeavors, and all sorts of miscellaneous shows are discussed.

  26. S1E35 - Spoilers Ahoy | The Adventure Zone: Amnesty Episode 26

    It's been a year since we started doing Spoilers Ahoy, what more fun way to come back to the series than check in on The Adventure Zone? Join Wil and Gavin as they discuss what it is about Amnesty that hasn't really... grabbed them as of late. Disclaimer: We recorded this three hours before…

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  27. S1E34 - Luminary's Launch Week

    A rare Wil-less episode, Gavin is joined by the wonderful Jordan Cobb to discuss the roller-coaster of events and emotions everyone has experienced during the launch week for Luminary. The startup newcomer to the podcasting scene has ticked off a lot of people for a variety of reasons, let's talk...

  28. S1E33 - It's been a year, huh?

    A lot has happened in podcasting since TIDU started in 2018. Join Wil and Gavin as they put on their reflective caps (literally, they're quite shiny) and talk about the big changes and their pie-in-the-sky hopes for the future of the industry. Spoiler: less startup companies dominating the...

  29. S1E32 - Audible Articles of Interest

    We're back with an old-school normal episode of TIDU, this time featuring a lot of fabric noise. That's right, Wil's bringing the discussion topic "adding foley of characters' clothing in sound design is cool." It's not the catchiest topic but it's definitely fun to discuss! For show notes/links…

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  30. S1E31 - From the Sound Up: Be Less Petty

    Wil and Gavin are joined by comedian Kellye Howard, creator of the nonfiction interview series Be Less Petty. As one of the winners of our From the Sound Up contest, we sat down with Kellye and talked over an episode of the show, playing clips of noteworthy moments and giving feedback. We also…

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  31. Be Less Petty EP1: Communication [FTSU]

    In this episode Mike and I (Kellye) chat with Anita Chlipala, therapist and founder of Relationship Reality 312, about how communication is the key to healthy relationships. We get deep and personal as we share some of our own experiences; as Anita attempts to break down some misconceptions…

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  32. S1E30 - Recent Industry Developments

    Wow, a lot happened in the last few weeks while Gavin was laid up, huh? Join a recovering Gav and healthy Wil as they discuss the three industry-wowing pieces of podcasting news that've happened in the last couple of weeks. Also they bring some appropriately sick puns and awesome podcast...

  33. S1E29 - Six Podcasts Good for Couples | Valentine's Day Special

    Happy Valentine's Day! While everyone is either at work or busy, ya boy Gavin here is holding down the fort with a special feature on the TIDU feed. Today I'm bringing you six podcasts that make for great listening with a loved one in the room! So snuggle up and share some earbuds, it's time to...

  34. S1E28 - From the Sound Up: Tales from Spasming Hill

    Wil and Gavin are joined by Sam Baran, creator of the audio fiction series Tales from Spasming Hill. As one of the winners of our From the Sound Up contest, we sat down with Sam and talked over an episode of the show, playing clips of noteworthy moments and giving feedback. Gavin also discovers…

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  35. Tales from Spasming Hill - 4: Color Confiscation Day [FTSU]

    Gear up for a nice, relaxing Color Confiscation Day - that one day a year where the City Council remands all color to remind us just how valuable they really are. But what's this? Wizard Mayor Vorthox's soda was stolen from the staff room by a thief or thieves unknown? Rex and Jacky are on the…

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  36. S1E27 - Reporting from PodCon

    In a special convention-based episode, Wil and Gavin report their experiences at PodCon 2 in Seattle with field recordings from the first day, followed by a recap of the second day and their thoughts overall after having a week to mull the con over. Some amazing things happened, some confusing...

  37. Life in Sonderville Chapter 3b: The Warden, The Ringleader, and The Madman [FTSU]

    You've finally been introduced to your new coworker and employer. Upon retiring to your new abode, the lights go out, you hear a rustling outside, and what sounds like someone coming to attack you! You decide the best course of action is to escape!

  38. S1E26 - From the Sound Up: Life in Sonderville

    Wil and Gavin are joined by Mark Swift, creator of the choose-your-own-adventure audio fiction series Life in Sonderville. As one of the winners of our From the Sound Up contest, we sat down with Mark and talked over an episode of the show, playing clips of noteworthy moments and giving feedback....

  39. S1E25 - Casting Call Pitfalls

    Wil and Gavin return to the world of discussing casting calls with the ever-wonderful Erin Kyan! Listen as we talk casting calls, inclusivity, and of course a few puns. A few magical puns. I'm going to be real with you, I'm writing this description at 1:20 a.m. because I love you but my brain is...

  40. S1E24 - Casting Calls w. Lisette Alvarez

    Casting is a vital part of the fiction podcasting process, so to talk about it Wil and Gavin bring on the lovely Lisette Alvarez to speak to their experience casting two seasons of Kalila Stormfire. Gavin also touches on some of his experiences with his first call. And, of course, podcast...

  41. S1E23 - Finding the Fictional Line

    What lives in the line between fact and fiction in the podcasting world? Well this week Wil and Gavin rent a cabin there and this metaphor is off the rails. Whoops. W&G talk about the ethical questions in presenting fictional content as real, discuss some things that have done this well, some…

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  42. S1E22 - Spoilers Ahoy! | Limetown Season 2: London

    After some illness-related delays Gavin is back with Wil to discuss the season 2 premier of the excellent and difficult to categorize audio fiction series Limetown. Prepare for spoilers as Gavin bumbles around the plot having just listened to the entire show while Wil desperately tries not to…

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  43. S1E21 - A Dry Run

    This time around Wil and Gavin demonstrate (sort of) how they will go about reviewing/critiquing podcasts submitted during their upcoming contest From The Sound Up. They do so by digging up an episode of a long-dead public domain sci-fi radio drama and review it as if it were a brand new podcast...

  44. S1E20 - Audience Questions!

    A handful of delightful audience questions in hand, Wil and Gavin spend some leisure time on a more lighthearted episode after recent heavy content. Listen as they talk about how not-following review submission guidelines is infuriating, pitch podcasts that should be TV shows, and other such fun...

  45. S1E19 - Spoilers Ahoy! | Serial Season 3, episodes 1-3

    Sail the spoiler seas as Wil and Gavin talk about the first three episodes of podcast juggernaut Serial's long-awaited third season. They start out optimistic until the third episode when Serial gets real Serial-y with a dash of S-Town. For show notes and all other episodes please head over to...

  46. S1E18 - Ethics in Podcasting

    While Wil was off having fun at Disney World Ely joined Gavin in a sobering discussion of some alarming unethical behavior we've been seeing crop up in podcasting. Join two alarmed reviewers as they talk about some big red flags, how they flirt with violating federal law, and a podcast or two…

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  47. S1E17 - Remote Recording Adventures

    Wil and Gavin have been having some frustrating times trying to get Skype and Discord to work for recording TIDU. In an effort to find some alternatives we try them LIVE while recording the show, tune in to hear us see how Zencastr and Trycast sound, as well as showing what makes Discord and…

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  48. S1E16 - Keeping it Simple

    Seeking to take a break from heavy topics and feeling the feelings, this time around Wil and Gavin talk about three podcasts with simple premises that are fantastic because of the simplicity (and one mega-popular simple podcast that misses the mark). Gavin tried recording this episode standing up...

  49. S1E15 - Perilously Parasocial Podcasting

    This week we talk about how fandoms can sometimes cross the line from passionate support of content into entitlement, and how fans in the podcasting community can take steps to check themselves before the wrecking of themselves happens. Also, yes, Gavin sounds like he's in a garbage can ("where I...

  50. S1E14 - Spoilers Ahoy! | The Adventure Zone: Amnesty Episode 12

    Set sail for the spoiler seas as Wil and Gavin do something with ropes and a wooden wheel is involved to, like, fulfil the sailing theme of the series. This time around the two intrepid podcast nerds discuss the newest interlude episode of The Adventure Zone. Well, they intend to, but get...

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Join podcast journalists Wil Williams and Gavin twice a month as they come together to discuss shining moments in their pod-fan lives, discuss topics relevant to podcasting, share new shows they've found, and make at least two horrible puns per episode.

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