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  • In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include:

    Update on SP's gear salesWindows 11Stephen changes his keyboard to the Keychron K5 ProAttempting 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, some of our notable surprises along the way, and our final recommendations.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Podbean limitationsListener guesses on our final choiceSome media hosts we didn't reviewSpotify for Podcasters app - update

    NOTE - We will return in September! Keep your eyes on our social media and Discord for specifics.Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/303

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    This podcast was recorded on Friday, August 2, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/Intro01:30 - When our next season will return, and why it will be shorter06:12 - SP sold a bunch of gear14:20 - Stephen might sell what, now?!16:11 - SP is finally joining Stephen using Windows 1118:35 - Stephen keeps on playing mechanical keyboard roulette20:55 - Sit/stand riser install, coming soon?22:33 - Media Host Season Recap: Why we did this season / why we want to leave Libsyn30:30 - Media Host Season Recap: List of media hosts that we reviewed / our final shortlist32:05 - Media Host Season Recap: Media hosts that almost made our shortlist / runner-ups34:00 - Media Host Season Recap: General findings55:05 - Media Host Season Recap: Our final recommendations1:08:24 - Media Host Season Recap: Where are we moving to... for now?1:22:55 - Better Podback: Wait, why aren't you choosing THAT media host?1:24:45 - Better Podback: Podbean limitations1:27:25 - Better Podback: Our second/third co-hosts guess1:32:00 - Ending/Outro

  • In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include:

    Overcast receives an updateCaptivate gets an upgradeSpotify 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 sizesSpotify for Podcasters app

    NOTE - As per the beginning of the show, we will be recording our season 4 finale next week.

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/302

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, July 24, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Intro/opening01:00 - Our season is almost over03:30 - Spotify Q&A replaced by comments06:00 - Overcast update11:22 - Captivate update14:17 - Castos Review: Introduction17:20 - SP has had a lens14:45 - Castos Review: Highlights31:45 - Castos Review: Neutral zone37:35 - Castos Review: Shortcomings40:45 - Castos Review: Summary44:15 - Better Podback: Zoom L-12 max file size47:30 - Better Podback: Spotify for Podcasters App49:20 - Better Podback: Captivate refresh50:55 - Ending/outro

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  • In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include:

    PowerPress plugin is compromisedPodcast BeaconStreamYard 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 PowerPressVideo RSS feedsBetter Podcasting 300When will be reveal what service we chose?

    NOTE - As per the end of the show, we will have to skip recording and releasing an episode next week.

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/301

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, July 10, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew, proudly Canadian. Timestamps:02:57 - PowerPress hacked10:19 - Podcast Beacon13:30 - StreamYard price page is gone17:55 - Acast Review: Introduction21:45 - Acast Review: Highlights28:13 - Acast Review: Neutral Zone34:15 - Acast Review: Shortcomings40:35 - Acast Review:Summary43:10 - Better Podback: PowerPress Compromise45:22 - Better Podback: Video RSS Feed?51:35 - Better Podback: 300th Episode54:30 - Better Podback: When will we give our final verdict?55:15 - We'll be away again next week

  • In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include:

    SAG AFTRA on AI commercialsPodbean 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 Podback topics include:

    What's your favorite Better Podcasting episode from the past 300?

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/300

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/Intro02:40 - Stephen abandoned the Mac03:37 - SAG-AFTRA on AI commercials10:00 - Podbean AI editing18:32 - Favorite moments introduction19:50 - Favorite moment 1: Better Better Podcasting22:55 - Favorite moment 2: The break-up27:05 - Favorite moment 3: Self-hosting30:55 - Favorite moment 4: Planecasting/boatcasting35:25 - Favorite moment 5: Golden Rules Of Hobby Podcasting38:17 - Favorite moment 6: Podcast hardware interviews40:20 - Favorite moment 7: Stephen's 10th anniversary42:00 - Favorite moment 8: Google indexing RSS feeds45:30 - Favorite moment 9: Babies are NOT podcast killers47:40 - Favorite moment 10: What you wish you knew before podcasting49:40 - Favorite moment 11: Our gear episodes51:20 - Honorable mention: Our spin-off podcasts52:20 - Dated advice: Blab, Skype and Hangouts on Air54:28 - Dated advice: Media host criteria56:19 - Dated advice: Early editing talk59:10 - Dated advice: Clammr1:02:40 - Segment wrap-up1:05:00 - Better Podback: What's your favorite BP episode?1:09:15 - Why we had to take extra time away1:13:10 - Better Podcasting schedule update1:16:00 - Thank you, audience1:17:10 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include:

    SP's Rodecaster Pro 2 Replacement AdapterLibsyn shuts down Libsyn StudioSP applies his podcast workflow to his bike ridesBuzzsprout writes a Libsyn article

    For our media host segment this week, we give our take on Spreaker.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Why we reviewed PatreonSP is on a first name basis with RodeBoss Gigcaster 8

    NOTE - As per the end of the show, we will have to skip recording and releasing an episode next week.Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/299

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, Juen 5, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/Intro02:09 - SP’s Rodecaster Pro 2 adapter07:15 - Libsyn closes Libsyn Studio11:50 - SP’s RX11 experience15:55 - Buzzsprout article about leaving Libsyn19:53 - Spreaker Review: Intro26:20 - Spreaker Review: Highlights36:05 - Spreaker Review: Neutral43:50 - Spreaker Review: Shortcomings47:47 - Spreaker Review: Summary49:57 - Better Podback - Reviewing Patreon53:00 - Better Podback: SP is on a first name basis with Rode54:45 - Better Podback: Boss Gigcaster 857:29 - We’ll be away next week

  • In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include:

    Another Rodecaster Pro 2 problemSP upgrades his studioThere's something you should know about iZotope RX11New Buzzsprout archive featureRSS.com new LIT tagStephen's mac troubles

    For our media host segment this week, we give our take on Patreon.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Shure Motiv MixAcast

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/298

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, May 29, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew, proudly Canadian. Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/intro02:01 - Another Rodecaster Pro 2 problem10:22 - SP’s studio upgrade13:19 - iZotope RX11 may not work for you19:50 - New Buzzsprout feature24:55 - RSS.com - New LIT tag support27:55 - Stephen’s Mac problem29:32 - Patreon Review: Patreon Introduction32:30 - Patreon Review: Highlights40:10 - Patreon Review: Neutrals49:40 - Patreon Review: Shortcomings1:01:50 - Patreon Review: Summary1:04:00 - Better Podback: Shure Motiv Mix App1:07:30 - Better Podback: Acast1:09:20 - He’s back at it1:10:15 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include:

    Stephen's latest Mac updateRX11 is releasedHindenburg's transcript-focused updateRodecaster Duo SUPER DEALNew Rode WS14 Pop filterPeppa Pig podcastTaxing your computerLegends of SHIELD update

    For our media host segment this week, we give a few quick updates about some past media host reviews.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Stephen was wrongMost notable changes in podcasting

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/297

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, May 22, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/intro01:35 - SP was almost in Canada04:18 - Stephen’s Mac update10:38 - RX11 is released15:11 - Hindenburg updates19:05 - Rodecaster Duo deal28:25 - New Rode product33:00 - Peppa Pig podcast35:55 - Using too many computer resources44:00 - An update from SP about Legends of SHIELD52:46 - Media Host Discussion - Misc updates1:01:26 - Better Podback: Stephen was wrong1:03:50 - Better Podback: Most notable changes1:13:00 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    Spotify passes Apple Podcasts (in at least one way)Buzzsprout text featurePodnews 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 feedbackRegistering a podcast domainThe importance of backdating an episode

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/296

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, May 8, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Opening/intro5:21 - Spotify passes Apple Podcasts12:25 - Buzzsprout text the show17:38 - Podnews reminds us of our trailer21:26 - Captivate.fm Review: Intro24:58 - Captivate.fm Review: Highlights37:10 - Captivate.fm Review: Neutrals49:50 - Captivate.fm Review; Shortcomings52:05 - Captivate.fm Review: Summary54:31 - Better Podback: IAB 2.258:00 - Better Podback: Registering a domain1:01:00 - Better Podback: Backdating an episode1:02:18 - Better Podback: Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    Stephen has an update on his mac experimentApple Podcasts scheduled outageNew IAB guidelines releasedSpotify exits IAB

    For our media host segment this week, we review RSS.com.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Podcast transcriptsSocial media post plugins

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/295

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    This podcast was recorded on Friday, May 3, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/intro02:50 - Better Podnerings Opening03:08 - Stephen's Mac update06:28 - Apple Podcasts outage08:10 - IAB Statistics change09:30 - Spotify leaves IAB17:27 - RSS.com Review: Intro/disclaimer25:50 - RSS.com Review: Highlights34:10 - RSS.com Review: Neutrals38:25 - RSS.com Review: Shortcomings1:06:08 - Better Podback: Transcripts1:09:00 - Better Podback: Social media post plugins1:12:40 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    StreamYard acquiredPinecast outageNew Shure USB microphoneStephen'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:

    PodcatchersDaVinci Resolve transcriptionsWe'll be away next week

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/294

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, April 17, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/intro03:33 - StreamYard acquired09:10 - Pinecast outage14:20 - New Shure USB microphone20:40 - Stephen bought a Mac31:18 - Substack Review: Introduction35:30 - Substack Review: Highlights41:30 - Substack Review: Neutrals47:20 - Substack Review: Shortcomings1:01:25 - Better Podback: What podcatcher do you use?1:03:50 - Better Podback: DaVinci Resolve transcription changes1:06:50 - We'll be away next week1:08:30 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    Further evolving our media host criteriaLibsyn walks back their recent comments about Apple PodcastsiZotope RX sale pricing / loyalty offersYouTube Music Podcasts may keep evolving

    For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Transistor.fm

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Audio mixer nightmaresRedCircle video generation difficultiesA Better Podcast coupDid anyone actually switch to YouTube Music Podcasts?

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/293

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, April 10, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/Intro02:23 - Expanding the media host criteria even more07:57 - Libsyn walks back their recent testing13:13 - iZotope RX sale price19:45 - YouTube Music Podcasts will keep evolving24:50 - Transistor Review: Introduction28:25 - Transistor Review: Highlights39:15 - Transistor Review: Neutral47:12 - Transistor Review: Shortcomings49:60 - Transistor Review: Summary51:50 - Better Podback: Our audio mixer nightmares54:33 - Better Podback: Damian on RedCircle's video generation56:18 - Better Podback: A podcast coup57:05 - Better Podback: Is anyone using YouTube Music Podcasts?1:03:03 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    Recap of why we are leaving LibsynA recent discussion on Libsyn's The Feed about some testing they did on customer's feedsWhat do we want to see in a future audio mixer?Expanding our media host evaluation criteria

    For this week's media host segment, we give our review of RedCircle.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    BOYAMIC Wireless Clip On MicWaffles embed player projectWhat is the process for applying to the Hobby Podcaster Profile?

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/292

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, April 3, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Opening/Intro02:00 - On Discord: Stephen diagnoses streaming issues03:40 - Leaving Libsyn: Recap of our BPLC episode 7007:11 - Leaving Libsyn: Recent comments on The Feed about tests on customer feeds15:15 - What do we want to see in a future audio mixer?35:10 - Expanding our Media Host Segment criteria36:54 - RedCircle Review: Introduction41:24 - RedCircle Review: Highlights52:15 - RedCircle Review: Neutrals1:00:35 - RedCircle Review: Shortcomings1:06:00 - RedCircle Review: Summary1:07:59 - Better Podback: BOYAMIC Wireless Clip On Mic1:12:40 - Better Podback: Update about Waffles' embed project1:13:30 - Better Podback: What is the Hobby Podcaster Profile criteria?1:14:55 - Better Podback: Damian suggested the embed player as a criteria1:17:15 - Ending/outro

  • 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 is here to talk about his experience with Pinecast.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Is Buzzcast an industry podcast?Blink 182 - Rodecaster Pro 2 Crossover

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/291

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, March 27, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Intro/Opening01:45 - Welcome to our guest, Waffles (Chris Osborne from Play Comics)03:57 - DLZ Creator XS: Intro04:55 - DLZ Creator XS: Hardware whine05:30 - DLZ Creator XS: Firmware challenges08:27 - DLZ Creator XS: Security flaw10:30 - DLZ Creator XS: Security flaw - no planned patch12:20 - DLZ Creator XS: Other challenges18:30 - Affinity sold to Canva24:58 - YouTube Music Podcasts36:48 - Media Host Segment: Introduction40:00 - Media Host Segment: What Pinecast features would you like to see?41:00 - Media Host Segment: Chris' evaluation of our evaluation criteria42:30 - Media Host Segment: Pinecast embed player44:30 - Media Host Segment: What did Stephen get wrong about Pinecast?55:40 - Media Host Segment: Our quacky final question for Chris58:25 - Better Podback: Question about Buzzcast1:02:22 - Better Podback: Blink 182 X Rodecaster Pro 21:04:00 - Ending/Outro

  • 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 searchabilityStephen is now facing a Mixcast 4 / Rodecaster Pro 1 challengeSP can't recommend the Rodecaster Pro 2

    For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Buzzsprout

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Is Rodecaster Pro a Polywav device?Captivate

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/290

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Intro/opening03:25 - Hobby Podcaster Profile08:25 - Apple Podcasts research results study13:10 - Stephen's Mixcast 4 / Rodecaster Pro 1 condundrum18:10 - SP's (even yet again) continued Rodecaster Pro 2 troubles24:35 - Buzzsprout Review: Introduction26:57 - Buzzsprout Review: Highlights41:20 - Buzzsprout Review: Neutrals44:50 - Buzzsprout Review: Shortcomings52:56 - Buzzsprout Review: Conclusion54:12 - Better Podback: Polywav57:55 - Better Podback: Captivate1:01:25 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    A lawsuit about a podcast titleSpotify removes another show, unable to re-instate subscribersStephen did a secret test: VDO Ninja pro audio settingUpdate on SP's Rodecaster Pro II RMASP's temporary setup this week: PodTrak P4

    For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Simplecast.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include:

    Audience feedback about our guest last week, Chris FerrellA listener question to SP about the Rodecaster Pro II RMAIs the DLZ Creator / DLZ Creator XS a polywav device?CORRECTION: Apple Podcasts transcriptionsWorking around the download limitations of your media host

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/289

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, March 13, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Intro/opening01:50 - Thanks to Chris Ferrell03:30 - A podcast title lawsuit09:12 - Spotify removes another podcast, affecting subscribers15:55 - Stephen's secret test: Pro quality remote-audio recording?19:08 - The Rodecaster Pro II RMA update: The process has started22:35 - The Rodecaster Pro II RMA update: SP's temporary setup28:00 - Simplecast Review: Introduction29:55 - Simplecast Review: Highlights45:21 - Simplecast Review: Neutrals54:15 - Simplecast Review: Shortcomings1:00:50 - Simplecast Review: Summary / Why Simplecast is off our list1:03:07 - Better Podback: The audience loved Chris Ferrell1:05:10 - Better Podback: A listener's RCP II RMA question1:10:40 - Better Podback: Does anyone know if the DLZ Creator / XS is polywav?1:12:27 - Better Podback: CORRECTION: Apple Podcast transcriptions1:13:07 - Better Podback: Working around limitations to download your MP3s1:18:40 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    SP has even more Rodecaster Pro 2 problemsiOS transcripts are hereMulti-tracking audio within OBSA simplified podcast experience using the Vocaster Two

    For this week's media host segment, our guest Chris Ferrell joins us to discuss his recent experience switching from Podbean to Spotify for Podcasters. Why did he switch? What does he like about Spotify? What does he miss about Podbean? We'll discuss it all and more.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback, we have a follow-up to last week's Target challenge, and there's a question about the original Rodecaster Pro voltage.

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/288

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    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, March 6, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Intro/opening01:50 - Welcome to our guest, Chris Ferrell03:55 - iOS transcripts are here11:55 - Farewell, Bob Heil14:29 - Multi-track audio in OBS17:20 - Our guest's equipment simplification: Vocaster Two22:00 - SP has even more Rodecaster Pro 2 problems33:40 - Media Host Segment: Our guest's recent media host migration37:18 - Media Host Segment: What does Chris think about Spotify longevity?39:20 - Meida Host Segment: Experience leaving Podbean44:50 - Media Host Segment: Claiming destinations46:10 - Media Host Segment: What recommendations does Chris have for transferring media hosts?48:15 - Media Host Segment: Features that Chris misses about Podbean55:10 - Media Host Segment: Why did Chris originally choose Podbean?1:03:07 - Media Host Segment: Chris' final thoughts1:03:30 - Better Podback: An update on the Rode Target challenge1:08:27 - Better Podback: Spotify disbelief1:09:00 - Better Podback: Rodecaster Pro 1 (Original) - Voltage variance concerns?1:11:15 - Ending/outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.2 out for review(New?) Streaming service LiveSpaceYouTube Music podcast badgeWhat is good podcast badge etiquette?

    For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Spotify For Podcasters (Formerly Anchor).

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback, Stephen issues a podcaster challenge, and he has a follow-up to EPISODE 93.

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/287

    If you want to follow us elsewhere, you can follow us on all of our socials at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/contact or email [email protected]. The full back catalog can be found at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Check out our companion shows at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Want to join in to some geeky chatter? Check out the BEST geek community around on the GonnaGeek Discord Server at http://www.betterpodcasting.com/discord/.

    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Intro/opening03:30 - SP's How He Saved His Podcast05:00 - IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.212:00 - LiveSpace17:02 - YouTube Music podcast badge22:35 - Spotify For Podcasters Review: Introduction28:40 - Spotify For Podcasters Review: Highlights36:55 - Spotify For Podcasters Review: Neutrals47:23 - Spotify For Podcasters Review: Shortcomings1:00:09 - Better Podback: Rode display at Target1:02:35 - Better Podback: Stephen pitches a podcast challenge1:04:25 - Better Podback: Shure SE215 Follow-up question1:07:13 - Ending/Outro

  • In the Better Podnering this week topics include:

    SP's Multi-cam video editing journeyShow analyzersStephen 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 discussion.

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/286

    If you want to follow us elsewhere, you can follow us on all of our socials at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/contact or email [email protected]. The full back catalog can be found at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Check out our companion shows at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Want to join in to some geeky chatter? Check out the BEST geek community around on the GonnaGeek Discord Server at http://www.betterpodcasting.com/discord/.

    This podcast was recorded on Friday, February 23, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

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    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/Intro03:00 - Future Segments05:00 - Multi-cam video editing with StreamYard13:00 - Show analyzers21:30 - Sad news about a podcaster23:30 - Stephen hates the Polywav30:30 - Pinecast Review: Introduction37:34 - Pinecast Review: Highlights51:53 - Pinecast Review: Neutrals observations58:11 - Pinecast Review: Shortcomings1:04:35 - Pinecast Review: Summary1:06:00 - Better Podback1:10:00 - Ending/outro

  • 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 P8SP has some earth shattering comments about the RE320Why it might make sense to have a dedicated podcast machineSpotify is discontinuing the Music+Talk featureSpotify is removing the creator toolsMackie DLZ Creator XS

    For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Podbean.

    Finally, in this week's Better Podback, we recap a recent chat in our Discord about Podcasting 2.0 and Stephen recaps the distinction that he found that makes him of the opinion Apple is not yet supporting Podcasting 2.0 with their transcripts feature.

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/285

    If you want to follow us elsewhere, you can follow us on all of our socials at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/contact or email [email protected]. The full back catalog can be found at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Check out our companion shows at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Want to join in to some geeky chatter? Check out the BEST geek community around on the GonnaGeek Discord Server at http://www.betterpodcasting.com/discord/.

    This podcast was recorded on Tuesday, February 13, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:00:00 - Opening/Intro02:00 - How I Saved My Podcast02:55 - Hobby Podcaster Profile03:57 - Zoom PodTrak P8: Stephen's (lack of) test09:39 - SP's earth-shattering RE320 comment16:55 - Perhaps a dedicated podcast machine is the best answer?28:00 - Spotify change 1: Music+Talk going away32:30 - Spotify change 2: Creator tools going away40:40 - Mackie DLZ Creator XS49:30 - Podbean Review: Introduction52:05 - Podbean Review: Why we're ignoring the free tier52:45 - Podbean Review: Highlights1:01:35 - Podbean Review: Neutral observations1:06:40 - Podbean Review: Shortcomings1:15:10 - Podbean Review: Summary1:17:35 - Better Podback: Podcasting 2.01:23:10 - Ending/Outro

  • 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 Podcasting: Live Chat show.

    In the debut of a new segment that we're calling the Better Podnerings, we'll recap what we did during our scheduled holiday break (and whether we think we want to do it again this year), transcripts now being supported on Apple Podcasts and Spotify having a Read-A-Long service, Zoomcorp creating an Essentials line, Spotify exclusives going away and we think there's a couple recent TikTok trends that podcasters can learn from.

    For the debut of the theme for this season's featured segment - we'll chronicle the criteria we'll be looking at as we evaluate media hosts during our quest to migrate away from Libsyn.

    Finally, the Better Podback segment is still around with listener feedback including a listener who is seeking information about an iOS teleprompter app.

    Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/284

    If you want to follow us elsewhere, you can follow us on all of our socials at https://www.betterpodcasting.com/contact or email [email protected]. The full back catalog can be found at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Check out our companion shows at https://www.betterpodcasting.com.

    Want to join in to some geeky chatter? Check out the BEST geek community around on the GonnaGeek Discord Server at http://www.betterpodcasting.com/discord/.

    This podcast was recorded on Wednesday, February 7, 2024. We usually stream live to GonnaGeek.com/Live on Wednesdays. Audio/Video Production by Stephen Jondrew of GonnaGeek Productions, proudly Canadian.

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Opening/Intro01:45 - Information about a change in format for Better Podcasting10:45 - Debut of the Better Podnerings section11:15 - What did we do while we were away at the end of the year?21:55 - Apple Podcasts transcripts / Spotify read-a-long30:50 - Zoomcorp Essentials product line34:35 - Spotify exclusives going away42:15 - TikTok events that relate to podcasters51:10 - Debut of our ongoing featured segment about Media Hosts1:16:10 - Better Podback: Damian's podcast app updated to allow Twitch1:18:30 - iOS Teleprompter1:18:30 - iOS Teleprompter1:19:34 - World Radio Day Deals?1:21:20 - Outro/ending