Podcast Method

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Dan talks about the best microphone for recording at home, presidential mics, Zencastr, post processing (compression, normalization, and EQ), and your questions.Support Podcast MethodLinks:iHeartMedia CEO Talks Coronavirus, Podcasting Push | Hollywood Reporter — As consumers "run out of time for their eyes," podcasting is also a growth area, Bob Pittman also says. hybrIP - Ta

Dan talks about the best ways to record a podcast with remote guests, route and record multiple audio sources with software, podcast industry statistics, niche podcasts, my current recording gear, and my favorite mic. Please support this sponsorless podcast on Patreon. I need your support to continue producing this program.Support Podcast MethodLinks:VB-Audio Virtual Apps — V

Dan talks about the Podcast Academy Awards, the podcast gold rush, new mics from Rode, transcription services, in-browser recording and editing, and your questions.Support Podcast MethodLinks:Why the podcast gold rush is slowing down for some publishersNT-USB Mini Studio Quality USB Microphone | RØDE MicrophonesRØDE PODMICSupport Podcast Method on Patreon!Podcast industry leaders

Dan talks about Spotify and The Ringer, rising podcast revenue, the size of podcast audiences, Chartable and IAB, SiriusXM and SoundCloud, Audio Hijack, travel USB/XLR mics, 4-input audio interfaces, and listener questions! Please support the show on Patreon!Support Podcast MethodLinks:Spotify is buying Bill Simmons’s The Ringer - Vox — Spotify is making yet another big-bud

Dan talks about podcast networks (and the evolution of 5by5), and answers listener questions about how sponsorships really work and what sponsors want (guaranteed numbers, CPM, ROI), audience engagement, Skype vs. double-enders, building audience, and finding inspiration. Links for this episode:CPM Calculator ~ brought to you by BuySellAds ~5by5 | UnwoundCall Recorder for Skype - T

Dan talks about improving sound quality, motivation, mute switches, how and when to end a show, syncing audio and video, and more. Links for this episode:Amazon.com: Pro Co Sound CDSS Short Stop Mute Box: Musical InstrumentsMute My MicAmazon.com: Rode NTG1 Condenser Shotgun Microphone: Musical InstrumentsAmazon.com: Andoer Acrylic Clapboard Dry Erase Director Film Movie Clapper Boa

Dan talks about staying organized, working with a co-host, commitment, live streaming, sound dampening, budget friendly live call-in solutions, New & Noteworthy, iPhone/iPad recording solutions, and transcripts. Links for this episode:Amazon.com: Apogee MiC 96k Professional Quality Microphone for iPad, iPhone, and Mac: Musical InstrumentsAmazon.com: 3 Meter iPad/iPhone Lightnin

Dan answers your questions about affiliate codes, post production tweaks, video skype calls, gain staging, audio interface migrating, trying out new microphones, and starting new shows. Links for this episode:Host Your Podcast - FiresideAmazon.com: Sony MDR7506 Professional Large Diaphragm Headphone: Musical InstrumentsApollo Audio Interface with Realtime UAD Processing and Thunder

Dan talks about the start of 5by5 and its CMS, sticking to your wheelhouse, and answers listener questions about recording a double ender vs Skype recording, minimum downloads that appeal to sponsors, how the future of podcasting compares to blogging, how to get guests on your show, how hosts get paid per show, and cover art. Brought to you by: Linode (Visit Linode.com/podcastmeth