Podcast Answers

Podcast Answers

Is Video on Spotify Worth It? Pros, Cons, and Best Practices

This episode of Podcast Answers explores the benefits and drawbacks of uploading video podcasts to Spotify. Discover how to make the most of Spotify’s video features, manage stats and distribution, and decide if adding video to your podcast strategy is right for you. Learn tips to streamline your production process and grow your audience. Links…

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Apple Podcasts Expands to the Web: What It Means for Creators and Listeners

In this episode of Podcast Answers, we explore Apple’s latest move to bring Apple Podcasts to the web, making it accessible on any device, including Android. Discover the implications for podcast creators, from expanding reach to new audiences to leveraging the platform’s subscription features. We also discuss how this change could reshape the podcast landscape,…

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Is Value for Value Dead

There has been lots of talk about v4v being dead lately. I thought I would weigh In.. In this episode I explain what value for value is, what many people are referring to when they say “v4v or value for value” and talk about what my thoughts are on it. Links:

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Pre-Show Rituals: The Importance of Tech Checks

In this episode of Podcast Answers, we delve into the importance of performing a tech check for your podcast. Learn what a tech check entails, why it’s crucial for both solo podcasters and those with guests, and how to ensure everything runs smoothly before you hit record. Tune in for practical tips and advice!

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Mics For Podcasting with Laura Davidson From Shure

In this episode of Podcast Answers Andy is joined by Laura Davidson from Shure to discuss everything you need to know about podcast microphones. They cover options for beginners, like the MV7 Plus, highlighting its versatility and user-friendliness with USB and XLR connectivity. Laura explains the differences between dynamic and condenser microphones, emphasizing the suitability…

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Using Ecamm and Zoom to bring on your podcast guests

You can use Ecamm to record or stream your podcast and now you can use Zoom to bring your guests on. Zoom is a household name and everyone knows how to zoom. Reduce the friction of bringing a guest on and use the Ecamm for Zoom integration https://youtube.com/live/1nxorgHGVhI. To get a free trial of Ecamm…

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Using Redirects in your podcast for easy to speak URL’s

On this episode I talk about redirects and how you can use them for your podcast. Redirects are nice because they allow you to have a branded easy to remember URL that can take you to any link even for sites you don’t control! Links:

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How to build excellent show notes

You may have heard show notes mentioned and don’t realize how important they are. On this episode I talk all about what show notes are, how to build great ones using a paragraph of text. If you use chapters in your podcast consider using a paragraph of text for each chapter. I also talk about…

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Being a guest on another persons podcast

On this episode I talk all about guesting. How to get on to other peoples podcast, some do’s and dont’s and more.

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Todd Cochrane: Updates from Blubrry

On this episode I talk with Todd from Blubrry about new products that they have released including Vid2Pod and Blubrry PAI. Links:

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