Spreaker Live Show
This is an archive of the Official Spreaker podcast, hosted by Rob Greenlee, Former VP, Podcaster Relations at https://Voxnest.com (@robgreenlee) - Podcasting & Live Audio platform https://Spreaker.com and dynamic ad insertion platform Dynamo. The show is co-hosted by Spreaker podcaster Alex Exum (@alexexum) with podcasting how-to's, tool demos, trends, tips, and talks with leading podcast and radio leaders. Subscribe to the Show:On Amazon Alexa: Say "Alexa, ask Spreaker to play "Spreaker Live Show"On Apple Podcasts app on iOS:http://bit.ly/spreakerliveSpotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/2k8w6IgyoYYpjzoThgMtAD?si=ojKQadY9Rf-B4eQ7yv4...
Wed, April 17, 2019
SLS: Lilian Garcia, One-Tap Distribution in Spreaker Studio
Spreaker Live Show #185 for April 17th, 2019 Show Duration: 60 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com On the show this week: - How Important is Podcast Distribution to Growth of Your Show? - Spreaker’s NEW Announcement: One-Tap Podcast Distribution in Spreaker Studio on iOS - Spreaker Blog Post: Distribute your podcast is easier than ever before. - https://blog.spreaker.com/distribute-your-podcast-is-easier-than-ever-before/ - The Interview: The very well known Lilian Garcia, Chasing Glory with Lilian Garcia Podcast on Spreaker, She shares her tips on building a growing podcast *Play clip from the interview - Podcast Review of the Week: History Unplugged Podcast - Featured Podcast Promo of the Week → Attention Horrors - Topic/Hosts of the Podcast are Donald Wood, Mike Chiari and Brandon Galvin break down the world of the weird with a splash of humor, including serial killers, aliens, bigfoot, ghosts, magick, cryptids and so much more! - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Podcasting & Spreaker’s Events Calendar - Listener Comments Let's get into the show: - How Important is Distribution? - Spreaker’s NEW Announcement: One-Tap Podcast Distribution in Spreaker Studio on iOS Our goal is to create the best all-in-one podcast creation app, one which is portable, flexible and works for every level of podcasters. This year we’ve made two further steps towards achieving this goal: in February we announced our first post-production feature, allowing iOS users to edit while on-the-go, and in January we added a new navigation bar, giving users clear access to their episodes drafts, previous episodes,
Tue, April 16, 2019
NMS: Luminary Insantity
Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee discuss the week in Podcasting. #243
Wed, March 27, 2019
SLS: Impactful Content, Radio & Podcasting Research
Spreaker Live Show #184 for March 27th, 2019 Show Duration: 60 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com On the show this week: - Power of Impactful Content & Being Easily Found - Voxnest Data Shows Women Over the Age of 55 Listen to More Podcasts than Men +55 - The Interview: Fred Jacobs, President of Jacobs Media Strategies - Discussing 2019 TechSurvey Radio related Research on Podcasting *Play clip from the interview - Podcast Review of the Week: It's Not That Serious” Humor writer and popular online personality Anna Lind Thomas hosts - Featured Podcast of the Week → Dunc'd On Basketball with Nate Duncan - NBA Topic Podcast - https://www.spreaker.com/show/duncd-on-basketball-nba-podcast - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Podcasting & Spreaker’s Events Calendar - - Listener Comments Let's get into the show: - Power of Impactful Content & Being Easily Found Deliver Value and being entertaining drives desired sharing and word of mouth recommendation. I subscribe to a podcast when the content matches my interests and name, audio quality is good, focused, and they drive value to listener life - What does the listener get from the content or what emotions are driven… impactful!! Deliver undeniable value first, and then ask for the commitment of a subscribe in Apple Podcasts or other listening apps. Send listeners to your website and place “Subscribe” links to Apple, Google Podcasts, Spotify, etc. You can include directions on what to do with these links if you want… many folks just don’t understand all that stuff - Voxnest Data Shows Women Over the Age of 55 Listen to More Podcasts than Men +55 When looking at the gender sp
Wed, March 20, 2019
SLS: Building Community, Podcast Business Plans
Spreaker Live Show #183 for March 20th, 2019 Show Duration: 50 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com On the show this week: - The Power of Joining or Starting Podcaster and Listening Communities - In The Interview: We are discussing Creating a Podcast Business Plan as Most Podcasts are actually small businesses. Guest is Debbie DeChambeau *Play clip from the interview - Podcast Promo of the Week: Multilinguish Podcast by Babbel - for the Language Curious - Featured Podcast Promo of the Week → The Live Drop w/Mark Valley - Stories from the Elusive World of Intelligence Collection and Espionage - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Podcasting & Spreaker’s Events Calendar - Listener Comments Let's get into the show: -The Power of Joining or Starting Podcaster and Listening Communities Spreaker has published a terrific blog post about this topic at Blog.Spreaker.com The two platforms that dominate for building these communities are Meetup and Facebook or mix of both, but Google Groups does still exist but is a little old school The one exception is “Telegram” a platform that has gained traction in Spanish speaking countries. Generally Meetup excelled in event discovery by attendees, but Facebook was more appropriate for group discussion. Totally makes sense to me. Seems like the power is to use both Meetup and Facebook Groups Organizers discussed in the blog post generally feel like Meetup is great for RSVPs but those people aren’t as likely to show up. Those that find out about events on Facebook do tend to show up more. Meetup attendees are notoriously flakey”. I agree, I have run Podcaster Meetups in Seattle for Years. Attendance will vary a lot based on month of the year, venue and purpose of the event Communities attract all levels of podcaster Being an Event Organizer can
Sat, March 09, 2019
NMS: Live from Podfest Expo '19
In episode #238, we are Live on stage at Podfest Expo in Orlando, Florida March 9th, 2019. Hosts: Todd Cochrane, CEO of Blubrry, Rob Greenlee, VP, Podcasters Relations, Voxnest's Spreaker and Guests: Elsie Escobar, Communitity Manager at Libsyn, Host of "The Feed" and "The She Podcast" and James Cridland, Editor of Podnews.net Newsletter. Topics: Global Adoption of Podcasting, Women in Podcasting and How does Podcast Advertising need to Change to scale to $1 Billion in ad revenue.
Wed, February 27, 2019
SLS: Creating Podcast Budget, Tom Webster Edison Research
Spreaker Live Show #182 for Feb 27th, 2019 Show Duration: 70 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com Here is what have on the show this week: -5 Steps to Creating a Podcast Budget -The Interview: Tom Webster, Senior Vice President, Strategy and Marketing, at Edison Research -Podcast Review of the Week: Out of the Shadows Series by Shane Waters -Featured Podcast of the Week → Halli Casser-Jayne Show - A terrific Politics and Entertainment topics program -If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Podcasting & Spreaker’s Events Calendar On the show today: -5 Steps to Creating a Podcast Budget It’s a myth that setting up a podcast needs to be costly or expensive (of course it can be!) but podcasting on a budget is totally achievable. Whatever your budget or level, you can make podcasting work for you -Understand Your Income Therefore step number 1 is to make a clear goal of exactly what you want to do with your new podcast. By defining the purpose of your show and its format (how and where you are producing it etc) will help you create the foundations of the budget you need to create. TIP: Always remember to take into consideration whether this is your profession or a hobby – how much you initially input will differ if you see this having cash rewards or not! Determine your fixed costs Next on your to-do list is to identify all of your fixed costs necessary for running your show. Based on your planning around how you’re going to produce your show, you’ll need to do some research what options there are for your show’s needs and requirements. The things you need to take into consideration are items like your host platform, microphone. -One of the main fixed costs (your host platform) can be kept to a minimum, by choosing free or low-cost podcast hosting platforms such as: Free getting started plan options.<
Wed, February 20, 2019
SLS: Deep into Dynamic Ad Insertion
Spreaker Live Show #181 for Feb 20th, 2019 Show Duration: 78 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com Here is what have on the show this week: -Mobile Audio Editing in Spreaker Studio for iOS has been Announced Whether you want to give it one last edit before publishing or shorten it before saving it to your phone – the new iOS version of Spreaker Studio lets you do all that in seconds. How to use Spreaker Studio’s new trimming feature, on iOS devices. Super simple to use, after recording you can easily trim or shorten the length of your audio clip by tapping on “Edit” and accessing the trimming mode. The tool lets you cut any extras at the beginning, like someone talking before their cue, or at the end, like if you start to trail off into something way off topic! Simply play the recording until the desired start or end point is reached and click to confirm. https://blog.spreaker.com/new-from-spreaker-studio-edit-while-on-the-move/ -Podcast Review of the Week: History’s Top Story Tonight! by Jane Wells - This series is a very unique storytelling podcast that makes KEY historical events like the Bible and the Mayflower trip to the New World into NEWS Like Headline “Evening News” type episode presentations that are very interesting and different from any other history podcast. In this most recent episode clip the show turns The Bible! Genesis Chapter 1 into BREAKING NEWS. When God decides to create the heavens and the earth (and Man), the media is there! Confused reporters do their best to explain the unexplainable! Play Audio Clip from --> -Featured Podcast Show Of The Week: NAB Show Podcast (National Association of Broadcasters) -- > NAB Show is the premiere destination for content creators around the globe and this deep dive proves it. Learn about the vast amounts of education and exhibits dedicated to content creation. Here is a bit more from them! - Se
Wed, February 13, 2019
SLS: How to Bring in Listener Callers, 12 year-old Podcaster
Spreaker Live Show #180 for Feb 13th, 2019 Show Duration: 60 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com Here is what have on the show this week: -Why and Ways to bring Listener Calls into your show -The Interview: We have an interesting conversation with Jared 12 year-old Spreaker show host of “The Fire-Rescue Show podcast - -Podcast Review of the Week: This Week Unwrapped - https://www.theweek.co.uk/the-week-unwrapped -Featured Podcast Promo of the Week → Mean Book Club Podcast -If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. -Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com -Podcasting & Spreaker’s Events Calendar - Valentine's Day is coming -On the show today: Why and Ways to bring Listener Calls into your show Spreaker Studio for Desktop - with Uber Conference, Skype Conference or Zoom Rodecaster Pro Mixer $599 - https://www.rode.com/rodecasterpro - Great Demo on YouTube Video Demo - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zSYPv3QI5c0 and Rode Video Demo https://youtu.be/04_tOvJe2O8 You can use the Rodecaster with Spreaker Studio for Desktop The only limitation is no call screener abilities, get a friend to help you with this screening Calls via mobile phone can be ok, if not a co-host and is only a listener calling in -How or When to add Advertising to your Show - Optionally, you can have advertising to your show from your first episode on Spreaker, but is up to you and your plan If you are wanting growing income from your show, you need to plan for that. Many choose to build audience first, then slowly get into advertising
Sat, February 09, 2019
NMS: Money Money Big Money
#236 Rob Greenlee, VP, Podcaster Relations at Voxnest (Spreaker) and Todd Cochrane, CEO of Blubrry.com talk about the big news in podcasting for the week. The main topic of the week is the acquisition by Spotify of Gimlet and Anchor, but we also talk about other big dollar investments in the medium and offer some perspective on what this all means in the content of the history and future of the podcasting medium.
Wed, February 06, 2019
SLS: Is Podcast Game Changing, Podcast Preservation
Spreaker Live Show #179 for Feb 6th, 2019 Show Duration: 45 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com Here is what have on the show this week: -Is Podcasting Game Changing “Is Quality Job #1” Now more than EVER for Podcasters -New Show Format and Music - Goal is high energy and informative. -Interviews are back - we have a great one today in the last half of the show with Molly Schwartz of the “Preserve this Podcast” project with tips for podcasters about podcast episode storage and archival *Play clip from the interview -Today a “State of the Podcasting Industry” interview with me was released - https://philsvitek.com/state-of-the-podcast-industry-2019-an-interview-with-rob-greenlee/ -Featured Podcast of the Week If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com Podcasting Events Calendar On the show today: -Is Podcasting Game Changing “Is Quality Job #1” Now more than EVER for Podcasters -To grow audience - quality is key - driving value -Audio sound fidelity is growing in importance -What other factors impact this feeling of quality? -Audio quality is tough -New Show Format and Music - Goal is high energy and informative. More audio sizzle and show format complexity More like the old radio show that I did for many years Hopefully rises the bar on the perception of the show production, still working out the kinks Please let me know if you like it better and if somethings could be better -Featured Podcast Show Of The Week: Shelf Addiction Podcast hosted by Tamara Ford, Blogger & Audio Influencer, Book & Pop Culture - http://www.shelfaddiction.co
Sat, February 02, 2019
NMS: Is Spotify Acquiring Gimlet
#235 Todd Cochrane, CEO of Blubrry.com and Rob Greenlee, VP. Podcaster Relations at Voxnest's Spreaker.com discuss hot podcasting topics in this weeks Live episode. We cover the recent article saying Spotify in talks to buy Gimlet Media and so much more in this 90 min episode. geeknews at gmail dot com and rob at robgreenlee dot com.
Wed, January 30, 2019
SLS: What and Who is a Podcaster
Spreaker Live Show #178 for Jan 30th, 2019 Show Duration: 25 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com - You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com - Top Tricks for Promoting Your Podcast With Instagram https://blog.spreaker.com/top-tricks-for-promoting-your-podcast-with-instagram/ How to Get Follows Via Your Bio Have a distinct content voice Engage With Your Audience With Instagram Stories Use Instagram Ads to Target Your Fans Make Your Feed Unique! Show Today: - What and Who is A Podcaster? - Top Tricks for Promoting Your Podcast With Instagram - Show Promo - The Wrap Up Show with J Cleveland Payne - http://jclevelandpayne.net - SLS Show Format Change is Coming - http://Podfestexpo - Listener Comments & Questions On the show today: What and Who is A Podcaster? Is a person who cares about connecting, helping and sharing a passion with others. Is willing to put themselves out there and take a risk to find success at some level in the hard yet fun journey of being a content creator, leader, facilitator of others success and communicator that brings people together. - We got a show PROMO this past week and wanted to play them here. Hello Rob (and Alex) Thank you for the work you put into the Spreaker Live Show every week. Since I found out about it about a year ago, I don't think I've missed more than a few episodes, and the information on the Spreaker platform and the industry in general has been great. You have asked for a few promos for shows that use the Spreaker platform, and I have, well, a lot currently. I am attaching a :30 and a :60 promo for my Weekly News & Current Event Review Show, and hope one makes the cut for a shoutout soon. Thanks, J Cleveland Payne | jclevelandpayne.net “The Wrap Up Show with J Cleveland Payne” Show - SLS Show Format Change is Co
Sat, January 26, 2019
NMS: Podcon Wrap up
In this episode #234 Todd Cochrane, CEO of Blubrry.com and PowerPress Podcasting Plugin for WordPress and Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations at Voxnest's Spreaker discuss Podcon2 in Seattle at http://podcon.com and the growing commercialization of the podcasting medium and its implications on the future of the medium. Many more topics were discussed. See past video episodes at http://NewMediaShow.com
Wed, January 23, 2019
SLS: How to "Launch" your podcast
Spreaker Live Show #177 for Jan 23th, 2019 Show Duration: 50 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com Show Today: - Podcon2 Recap - How to "Launch" your podcast? - How important is a Podcast Name? - Is shorter shows better? - Is it more important to be creative or descriptive? - Listener Comments & Questions On the show today: How to "Launch" your podcast? - Plan Content - Quality Mic and Recording - Get Podcast Host - Then determine First full episode launch date - Then Create Promo/Preview Episode - Publish it - Then Submit to ALL Distribution Platforms - Then Promote the Launch on Social/Website/Media - Launch with your first episode on Launch day How important is Podcast Name? - Short is Idea and catchy that communicates theme that is not too long - Descriptive to what the show is about Is shorter shows better? - As long as it needs to be - As long as it is interesting and entertaining - not boring - Generally 30-50 minutes long Is it more important to be creative or descriptive? - Ideally balance of both is good, depending on the content - Personality is key, like discussed recently on the show - Clarity of information and message tends to be more descriptive - Creative takes listeners on a ride of imagination http://PodfestExpo.com in Orlando is Coming in March, 2019 Listener Comments: Jason Rigden Thanks for mentioning the Seattle Podcasters Guild! What makes a "podcast city" is the community of podcasters. A strong local ecosystem makes for strong shows. It is just like in music. Cities with strong interconnected music communities produce exceptional bands. I think the same thing will work for podcasting. We just need to start building those communities and that is exactly what the guild is trying to do. The DMVShow Hey guys! I ac
Wed, January 16, 2019
SLS: Top Reasons To Podcast Live
Spreaker Live Show #176 for Jan 16th, 2019 Show Duration: 50 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com Show Today: - Top Reasons To Podcast Live - 2018 Saw Fast Growth in NEW Podcasts Published - Podcon 2 is coming this Weekend Jan 19-20 in Seattle at http://Podcon.com - Listener Comments & Questions On the show today: - Top Reasons To Podcast Live - Is LIVE Podcasting A Thing? When I started podcasting in 2012, live podcasting was a relatively new thing. Podcasts were always an “on-demand” medium, allowing you to consume pre-recorded content later via RSS. In fact, only a few podcasting companies allowed you to podcast live, like my podcast host Spreaker.com. Like other users I played with the go-live option, but preferred to take the safe, traditional route and pre-record the show. It wasn’t until I did a live all-day marathon that I found the true power of doing a live broadcast. Now, in 2018, I’m all in on live broadcasting! Here are the top reasons why you should consider going live. Instant Interaction And Feedback - Listener Friendships Did you just hit your listener’s funny bone? It’s easy to see with the string of LOLs and emojis in the comments section. Shock your audience into silence? Silent phones are a dead giveaway. Did you piss off all your listeners? The ALL CAPS comments full of bite and bile tell the tale. If you wonder how listeners are reacting to your show, going live is a great way to get instant feedback. Most podcasts may get five to 10 comments max per episode, but go live and it is common to get hundreds of comments per episode. Granted, many of the comments are from the same users, but the overall interaction and feedback is far and beyond any on-demand podcast you might do. Immediate Satisfaction - Both Host and Live Listener When I was an actor doing live theater, I loved the immediate satisfactio
Wed, January 09, 2019
SLS: How Personality Grows Listeners
Spreaker Live Show #175 for Jan 9th, 2019 Show Duration: 60 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com Show Today: - How do we get Listeners to Care About Listening to Podcasts - More Show Distribution is Coming to Spreaker via airable API deal - Podcon 2 is coming Jan 19-20 in Seattle at Podcon.com - Spreaker has a WordPress Shortcode Audio Player Plugin - Listener Comments & Questions On the show today: - How do we get Listeners to Care About Listening to Podcasts We need to help new listeners have a motivation to listen and even just care about podcasting. They need to see some benefit from listening before they will take the time to listen. What are the benefits and how we might expose them to new potential listeners - More Show Distribution is Coming to Spreaker via airable API deal To align with CES in Vegas Spreaker has done a deal to enable shows to be distributed via new electronics devices. VOXNEST's SPREAKER podcast platform has inked a partnership deal with TUNE IN GmbH's airable platform which allows hardware manufacturers to integrate internet-delivered media to their devices. Under the pact, SPREAKER podcasts will be available to enabled device users and a collection of SPREAKER shows will be featured in a dedicated content channel via the API. With SPREAKER being on consumer electronics and high-end audio equipment, it’s important that customers using these devices have access to podcast content as well, not just music. Partnering with airable is a great opportunity to promote the podcast content across consumer electronics platforms and devices.” - Podcon 2 is coming Jan 19-20 in Seattle at http://Podcon.com Discount on tickets is available by using discount code “spreaker” - $10 off Spreaker will have a booth and is Silver Sponsor of the event We will have 4 people from Spreaker (Voxnest) at the event - Spreaker has a WordPr
Sat, January 05, 2019
NMS: Spotify Ads Coming?
#233 Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee discuss the podcasting space of the week.
Sat, December 29, 2018
NMS: 2019 Podcasting Predictions
#232 Rob Greenlee (rob at voxnest com) and Todd Cochrane (geeknews at gmail com) offer their 2019 Predictions for the podcasting space in this audio only episode.
Wed, December 19, 2018
SLS: 2019 Podcasting Trends To Watch, Holiday Podcasting
Spreaker Live Show #174 for Dec 19th, 2018 Show Duration: 60 minutes - Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com - Spreaker Blog Topics: http://Blog.Spreaker.com - Olá! Spreaker Studio App Now Speaks Brazilian Portuguese - Growing your podcast listeners? Try these 8 tips Show Today: - 7 Podcasting Trends to Watch For in 2019 - Should you podcast during the holidays? - Podcasts have an Increasingly Diverse Audience - Listener Comments On the show today: - Podcasting Trends To Watch For in 2019: 1) In 2018, growth on the podcast content side has been outpacing the listening side, and that’s leading me to wonder whether all this content can realistically find an audience that will align with the projected advertising revenue in 2019 and beyond. If podcast history serves as a guide, growth in audience will catch up eventually to bring balance again. What this means is that podcasters can't simply build it and wait for audiences to come. In 2019 and beyond, as more and more content is available, it will be increasingly important the whole podcast industry focus on converting more android smartphone and radio listeners to becoming podcast listeners in 2019. 2) Podcasters in 2019 will be looking to get in all the new music service platforms and grow big audiences while also expecting more promotional support from their podcast hosting platforms. Those platforms providing this level of support will prove challenging to do across thousands of podcast shows, but is very much part of the growing need and desire to grow the podcast listening audience for their show and the overall industry. 3) Listening trends in 2019 will increasingly be built around very diverse audience communities. No longer can podcasts be seen as a by-white-male, for-white-male medium. In fact, 2018 marked the year when the demographics of podcast audiences nearly mirrored the demographics of the United States overall. at least for gender and ethnicity 4) International growth of downloads will continue in 201
Wed, December 12, 2018
SLS: Going Deep on Storytelling Productions, Duration again
Spreaker Live Show #173 for Dec 12th, 2018 Show Duration: 75 minutes - Host: I’m Rob Greenlee of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at rob@spreaker.com Show Today: - How to make your podcast the right length - What is behind all the Success of Reality & Fictional Storytelling in Podcasting Today - This week we speak with Award Winning Podcaster Jonathan Zenti, Voxnest’s Spreaker New Head of Content - Listener Show Promo - Linda Irwin - Awesome Insanity Surfers - http://AISXQ.com - Listener Comments On the show today: - How to make your podcast the right length Podcasts are a multi-tasking and very personal medium - that is, you can listen to a podcast while you do something else...many places in your life on can listen too. Does knowing how long listening opportunities are? The average commuting time in the US is 26 minutes. If you make a podcast longer than the average commute time, would be less those listening while commuting. Shorter, can make some feel disappointed. The overall average length of a podcast is 43 minutes But that 43 minutes figure includes all podcasts, whether they're popular or not. How long is a popular one? It turns out that the average length of a top 100 podcast (in October 2018) is 53 minutes. So does it really matter or should it matter for different genres… like video game podcasts are 90 minutes My NewMediaShow is 90+ minutes long and it has 12,000 plus listeners per episode - podcast about podcasting... - Listener Promo: Linda Irwin - Awesome Insanity Surfers - AISXQ.com - Interview Guest I am joined by Jonathan Zenti, Voxnest’s Spreaker New Head of Content out of Italy.. He is a storytelling podcast producer and recently won a Third Coast Podcast Conference Award for his Meat podcast at meatpodcast.com. Meat is a podcast about our bodies and the lives we live because of them Welcome Jonathan Jonathan, Let’s talk about your new role of Head of Content at Voxnest ‘s Spreaker what are you going to be focusing on? Tell us about your radio producer his
Wed, November 28, 2018
SLS: Global Podcast Advertising Expands
Spreaker Live Show #172 for Nov 28th, 2018 Show Duration: 43 minutes - Host: I’m Rob Greenlee of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) - Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com - You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - If you want to send me an audio promo for your show, I would be happy to play it on the show. - Just create an MP3 and give me a brief description of your show in an email to me at (rob at spreaker.com) - We also announced that we have hired a NEW Head of Content at Voxnest (Spreaker) - Jonathan Zenti out of Rome, Italy. He will be joining us soon here on the show to talk content with us. He is a storytelling podcast producer and recently won a Third Coast Podcast Conference Award for his Meat podcast - http://www.meatpodcast.com/ - We have also Hired a new Head of Strategic Partnerships - Mattia Verzella out of NY - This all means things are going to me moving faster on many fronts at the company. - Deezer podcast distribution support is coming soon too. More next week on this topic. Show Today: - Should your do your podcast over a holiday? - International Podcast Advertising is Growing - Record your podcast hand-free with Siri Shortcuts and Spreaker Studio - Listener Comments On the show today: - International Podcast Advertising is Growing We announced a deal with DAX to drive more podcast advertising opportunities to all podcasters building audiences outside of the USA into countries like UK, but are doing it in Canada, Italy, Spain and other countries.We are growing this area with our international presence. Podcasting solution provider Voxnest announces today that it has partnered with DAX to help monetize UK audiences. Voxnest customers, including those on the company’s Spreaker platform, now have the benefit of DAX monetization, while advertisers can take advantage of advanced targeting and measurement solutions. “It’s an exciting time to be involved in this medium, and we’re confident that our easy-to-use, efficient and scalable solution for creating, monetizing and distributing audio content will have a catalyzing effect on creators worldwide.” This is utilizing Dynamic Ad Insertion technology at Voxnest to Spreaker to help all levels of podcasters to monetize. - Record your podcast hand-free with Siri Shortcuts and Spreaker Studio With iOS 12, Siri became more than just a voice assistant, it beca
Wed, November 14, 2018
SLS: Pandora Podcasts Arrives
Spreaker Live Show #171 for Nov 14th, 2018 Show Duration: 45 minutes -Host: I’m Rob Greenlee of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill Show Today: - Pandora Podcasts Is Finally Here - Growing Interest in Complex Storytelling Podcast Productions? - Listener Comments On the show today: - Pandora Podcasts Is Finally Here Yes, Spreaker is working with Pandora Yes, Your show will have the opportunity to be considered for inclusion We will be announcing a path for that next week What is the Pandora Podcast Genome Project Pandora's podcast genome project, which aims to do for podcasts what its music genome project did for music, has launched in public beta. The new initiative hopes to introduce listeners to podcasts they might enjoy based on prior listening habits, and was first announced earlier this year. https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20181113005338/en/Pandora-Launches-Podcast-Offering-Powered-Podcast-Genome - You can ask for early beta access here if you are a current pandora user - http://pandorapodcastbeta.splashthat.com/PR Pandora will roll out beta access to select listeners on mobile devices. Those interested in early access to the offering can sign-up here, with general availability in the coming weeks. “It might feel like podcasts are ubiquitous, but, eighty-three percent of Americans aren’t yet listening to podcasts on a weekly basis, and a majority of them report that’s because they simply don’t know where to start,” said Roger Lynch, Chief Executive Officer, Pandora. “Making podcasts – both individual episodes and series – easy to discover and simple to experience is how we plan to greatly grow podcast listening while simultaneously creating new and more sustainable ways to monetize them.” genres including News, Sports, Comedy, Music, Business, Technology, Entertainment, True Crime, Kids, Health and Science With the introduction of podcasts, listeners can now easily enjoy all of their audio interests – music, comedy, news, sports, or politics – on Pandora, the streaming service that knows their individual listening habits the best The Podcast Genome Project’s unique episode-level understanding of content know
Wed, November 07, 2018
SLS: Coming Fictional Podcasting Boom
Spreaker Live Show #170 for Nov 7th, 2018 Show Duration: 29 minutes -Host: I’m Rob Greenlee of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm PST / 6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill Show Today: - Is a Fictional Podcasting Boom Building? - Is the podcast listening ear an erogenous zone? - Update on Podcasting to Spotify - Listener Comments On the show today: - Coming Fictional Podcasting Boom? Marvel Wolverine Podcast - https://podnews.net/press-release/wolverine-s2 “We’re Alive” podcast from 2009 and many seasons and 100 million downloads New content companies forming in LA and NYC focus. - Is the podcast listening ear an erogenous zone? "The ear is an erogenous zone". Sarah Torporoff went to the Paris Podcast Festival. Luckily she speaks French, so was able to understand it all. Enjoy this writeup of the event https://medium.com/audio-musings/a-podcast-festival-of-ones-own-56180b6099f3 - How to Submit a Podcast to Spotify the most famous digital audio content platform in the world with 159 million users worldwide and a reported 83 million paying subscribers in June 2018 (up from 57 million in June 2017). Spotify re-hosts your show which means if you have your ads set with Dynamic Ad Insertion they won’t be played – but keep your eyes peeled as Podnews recently stated in one of their recent newsletters that Spotify are currently testing pass-through shows! What’s Needed To Get Approved on Spotify This is where we want to explain to you the basics for getting your audio content “Spotify ready”! At a basic level, to submit your podcast to Spotify you need to make sure it is in the following format: -MP3 format with a good quality level: audio with bitrates between 96 and 320 kbps). -Size: Each episode needs to be under 200MB. 200MB works out to be around 83 minutes at 320Kbps or over 200 minutes at 128Kbps. -Podcast Image: your artwork must be square (1:1), the highest resolution possible and either a JPEG or PNG. -Podcast feed values: special characters, in particular the ampersand (&) character must be HTML encoded (&). HTML tags such as or will be removed by Spotify. -Episode titles: should not exceed 20 characters to ensure they sit well on all Spotify scr
Wed, October 31, 2018
SLS: Growing Impact of Apple Watch on Podcasting
Spreaker Live Show #169 for Oct 31st, 2018 Show Duration: 49 minutes -Host: I’m Rob Greenlee of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Guest Co-Host: Amy Domestico, Customer Success Manager, Voxnest -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - Wow, thank you for the 52 comments on our last episode 21 days ago, been slacking off!! Show Today: - Is Apple iWatch Dramatically Changing Podcast Listening? - Does Podcasting Need a New Professional Association - Enabling your Spreaker Monetization Tools - Listener Comments & Questions On the show today: -Is Apple Watch Dramatically Changing Podcast Listening? 9-10% of the Downloads for this Show is going to Apple Watch and “AirPods” Voxnest the parent company Spreaker has said that data on average is showing, 9.4% of all podcast downloads on an Apple Watch device. With Amazing 'bumps” higher to 13% on Weekends.. Apple Watches gained the option to play podcasts in mid September. That is fast adoption and change. Not sure if it is growth in listening, but could be? the ability to have Podcasts app on the watch has been added by watchOS 5, the latest operating system available for Apple Watch. It goes together with iOS12 (on the iPhone). For sure, you can both download episodes on the watch and play them later (offline) but also play them as a stream. -Do We Need a New Podcasting Association? Any industry association needs to be a) international; b) representative of the industry (so have NPR in there as well as indies); c) the blessing of Apple, Spotify and Google. You might be asking a simple question of Why? Yes again, we have been here before and it was called the Association of Downloadable Media (ADM). It was a grassroots started organization formed by some of the larger players in the podcasting space back in 2008. Now ten years later and much maturity in the market has occurred, but most new people to podcasting will not have known this history. It is also true that it does not matter now much what happened in the past, but what we do now going forward. I agree with that thought, but some lessons can be learned from that experience to make an organization work this time. The ADM was mostly a failure by most measures with group in fighting and backroom closed door communications in efforts to control the efforts of the group, but some good came out of it and we did set some very basic measurement standards that has carried the overall podcasting industry till the more recent efforts
Wed, October 24, 2018
SLS: Will Radio Help Grow Podcasting
Spreaker Live Show #168 for Oct 24th, 2018 Show Duration: 45 minutes -Host: I’m Rob Greenlee of Voxnest that operates Spreaker. I am a 14+ year podcaster that started out on the radio. This is the official podcast of Spreaker platform. @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - Wow, thank you for the 52 comments on our last episode 21 days ago, been slacking off!! Show Today: - Will Radio Help Podcasting Grow? - How to Expand your Audience on Android - Listener Comments On the show today: - Will Radio Helping Podcasting Grow? Recent announcement of iHeartRadio Podcast Awards Attention on Jan 18th, 2019 All the National Radio Ads Running for the event on 1,000’s of radio stations Getting your show submitted to iHeartRadio is easy on Spreaker But radio reaches a little older audience then typical podcast listener today Radio still has huge numbers of listeners, but how engaged are they in listening? Podcasting has stronger attention and engagement level to the the content then radio has? - How to Expand your Audience on Android Drop referencing Google Play Music Podcasts (USA only and will be shut down soon) Look up your link in Google Podcasts and promote that instead as it is global and targeted at Android users - https://search.google.com/devtools/podcast/preview Use latest - Google Podcasts icon buttons for your links - https://developers.google.com/search/docs/data-types/images/google_podcasts_brand_assets.zip Share screenshot of your show in the Google Podcasts app - Coming Events Spreaker will be at: Next Event: Vancouver Podcast Festival - November 8-10, 2018 - https://www.vanpodfest.ca http://Podcon.com in Seattle - Jan 19-20, 2019 - Large event - Listener Comments & Questions: THE FRINGE FM My show LTV has grown entirely off of interviews. The trick is to ALSO be intimate with your audience...don't do the entire show as an interview if possible. Ileane I don't think podfaded shows need to be removed, I just think they should be further down in search results -- not at the very top. Ileane I think that listening in the car might be impacted by how many people are in the car
Sat, October 20, 2018
NMS: Surprise Acquisitions
Surprise Acquisitions NMS #223 with Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee. Discussion about Scripps and Triton Digital Merger, NAB Show NYC and RAIN Summit in Toronto, Canada.
Wed, October 03, 2018
SLS: Podcasting Market Adjustments
Spreaker Live Show #167 for Oct 3rd, 2018 Show Duration: 45 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill - Hot topics requested by Alex's "Live Talk" show listeners - Are podcast interviews Dead! Why? Show Today: - Are Podcasting Interviews in Decline - Is Podcasting Market in an Adjustment Phase - No Podcast Bubble Burst - Why has In-Car Podcast Audio Listening Stalled - Listener Comments On the show today: - Is Podcasting Market in an Adjustment Phase - No Podcast Bubble Burst PODCASTING WAS SUPPOSED TO BE one of the saviors of digital media—inexpensive, addicting, profitable, and popular. https://www.cjr.org/the_new_gatekeepers/podcast-bubble-burst.php It is tough to say we had too much quality content in the medium Maybe too much content for the listen side to support Podfather Adam Curry pushes back on Podcast Bubble Bursting https://noagendasocial.com/ @adam/100786368478846505 We need more listeners and how we count it needs to yet still be certified to be consistant - Why has In-Car Podcast Audio Listening Stalled While podcast listening is clearly growing, for most people. Listening to a podcast in the car can be more trouble than it’s worth to many. The radio that is baked into the car is easy to use, comes with a lifetime of habituation, and provides good enough content (music, talk radio) for the overwhelming majority of people. Blend that with the fact that most individual rides are not that long, and bothering with a podcast (or audiobook) is just not worth it for most people. Edison Research unveiled some data about in-car audio. Podcasting appeared to be part of the "other" category, at less than 4% of all audio listened-to in the car. https://mediaconfidential.blogspot.com/2018/09/radio-show-radio-sharing-tsl-with-more.html - Coming Events Spreaker will be at: Next Event: Rain Summit Canada - Toronto - Oct 10th, 2018 NAB NYC - Oct 17-18, 2018 - Booth N264 https://www.nabshowny.com/ Vancouver Podcast Festival - November 8-10, 2018 - https:
Wed, September 26, 2018
SLS: Adding Guests or Callers to Podcasts
Spreaker Live Show #166 for Sept 26th, 2018 Show Duration: 45 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill We have removed User Level RSS feeds from Spreaker New Survey Research “Podcast Trend Report” * 76.8% of people listen to podcasts for more than 7 hours each week. * 61.2% of respondents spend more time listening to podcasts than watching TV. * 48.8% of respondents said they purchased an item after hearing it advertised on a podcast. * 57.4% of podcasters list marketing and building an audience among their top challenges. https://discoverpods.com/podcast-trends-report-2018/ Show Today: - New Podcast Trend Report 2018 - Adding Callers & Guests To Your Live Show - Apple Releases Podcast Marketing Best Practices Website - Great Britain = England, Scotland, and Wales added to AdRev Program - Listener Comments & Questions On the show today: High Adding Callers & Guests To Your Show Am producing a video series on using Spreaker Studio for Desktop With these external platforms: - Skype - Google Hangout - Zoom - Uberconference - FreeConferenceCall -Apple Releases Podcast Marketing Tips https://podcaster.apple.com/ You’re a podcaster. But there’s another name for what you are: a storyteller. So when it comes to marketing your show, think of it as telling the story of your podcast. Use these tips and best practices to help get the word out, so your show can find listeners everywhere. Fundamentals of Podcast Marketing https://www.apple.com/itunes/marketing-on-podcasts/identity-guidelines.html -Great Britain = England, Scotland, and Wales added to AdRev Program Shows based in there can make AdRev share revenue now -Coming Events Spreaker will be at: Next Event: Rain Summit Canada - Toronto - Oct 10th, 18 NAB NYC - Oct 17-18, 2018 - Booth N264 https://www.nabshowny.com/ Vancouver Podcast Festival - November 8-10, 2018 - https://www.vanpodfest.ca/programming-announcement Podcon.com in Seattle - Jan 19-20, 2019 - Large event <
Wed, September 19, 2018
SLS: High Value of Lower Cost Podcasts
Spreaker Live Show #165 for Sept 19th, 2018 Show Duration: 45 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill Show Today: - High value of Lower Cost Podcast Creation - How we grow overall audience listening to podcasts globally? - How To Sell Your Product With Podcasts - Coming Events Spreaker will be Attending On the show today: High Value of Lower Cost Podcast Creation - A few large content creators have closed down original podcast creation teams - We have seen this before - usually related to costs vs revenue = audience growth? - Podcasts can be created that have high value, but for low cost. - Audience growth expectations can often times be unrealistic with high expectations of audience/revenue opens door to acceptance of high costs - Podcasting medium is growing slowly, the hype of the medium is creating expectations - Very small market for podcast series that have 5-10 people production teams - Very high ad revenue growth expectations in market - but to hit the numbers we need more inventory that advertisers want to buy into - Revenge of the Independents??? How we grow overall audience listening to podcasts globally? - All podcasters have responsibility to get out and meet potential audience in the real world - Promote Google Podcasts as much as possible as Android has Huge upside growth - Ask current audience to tell their friends/colleagues about your podcast and how to listen - Google needs to get there podcast listening platform focused - Think creatively about how to market your show to potential new listeners in your genre How To Sell Your Product With Podcasts - https://blog.spreaker.com/how-to-sell-product-with-podcasts/ - Audio isn’t always at the forefront of a marketers mind when they’re thinking to their next product sales campaign, but it should be. Reports increasingly show that podcasts are a great way to connect with the end consumer and with 64% of Americans saying they have bought a product or service they heard through an audio show, the numbers prove it too. Furthermore, podcasts have the power to reach consumers whenever, wherever – a truly priceless commodity. Coming Events Spreaker will be at: - NAB NYC - Oct 17-18, 2018 - Booth N264 - https://www.nabshowny.com/
Wed, September 12, 2018
SLS: Pros Cons of Live vs Pre-Recorded Shows
Spreaker Live Show #164 for Sept 12th, 2018 Show Duration: 68 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill Show Today: - Skype is able to Record NOW - Pros and Cons: Live Show vs Pre-recorded Show - Your RSS Feed: What it is, Why You Need It and How to Use it - Apple Podcasts Top 200 Ranking Manipulation Issue - Dragon Con Podcast Track & TechCrunch Disrupt Events Download On the show today: -Pros and Cons: Live Show vs Pre-recorded Show? Interactivity - connection with audiences at a deeper level with LIVE More flexibility in production time for pre-recording segments and piece together -Your RSS Feed: What it is, Why You Need It and How to Use it RSS Feed: What is it? Before explaining the ins and outs of exactly what an RSS Feed is, let’s look at what the acronym actually stands for. RSS literally means ‘Rich Site Summary’ but it is also commonly known as ‘Really Simple Syndication’. Why? An RSS Feed is mandatory for distributing or syndicating your podcast as it is literally the URL for your show! What does a podcast feed mean? Once you set up your Feed your content will be ready to be submitted to podcast applications or news readers to subscribe to your content. So great places to add your podcast feed to are Apple Podcasts/iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. Create podcast only rss feed is required. RSS feed: Why is it so Important? Simply put: It contains all of your podcast’s information: title, image, description, mp3 file URL, and category. All the information necessary for your podcast to be distributed outside of your hosting platform. RSS allows you to syndicate content to different platforms so that you can reach diverse audiences without the need for them need to visit your website directly. Podcast Hosting: What are the benefits? For listeners: it means they don’t need to sign up for emails or push notifications for shows which interest them, they can stay up-to-date and find all their favorite podcasts in one podcasting app. Upload your content to one place and it get distributed everywhere RSS feed: Where Should You Host Your Podcast? In answer to this question there’s no hard and fast rule – it completely depends on the sort of podcaster you are! The first thing you need to ask yourself though is whether you want to self-host or use a hosting platform and there are advantages and disadvantages to both. Self-hosting – by
Wed, August 22, 2018
SLS: How To Grow Your Listeners, IAB Metrics Certification?
Spreaker Live Show #163 for Aug 22nd, 2018 Show Duration: 70 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, VP of Podcaster Relations, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of "Live Talk" and “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -You can hear this show on Amazon Echo Smart Speakers now via the New Spreaker Skill Show Today: - How to GROW Listenership to Your Podcast Show? - How will IAB v.2 Podcast Metrics Standards Certification impact your show? - Who is the Product when an online Service is FREE? On the show today: -How to GROW Listenership to Your Show? Make Great Content that is entertaining, informative, never boring Has personality that causes people to have emotions Get in all Listening Platforms Leverage your relationships and influence - Podcasting is Networking - one-to-one Get others talking about your show - word of mouth Invest where your ideal audience is by investing time and value to others Be important value content creator to your community -How will IAB v.2 Podcast Metrics Standards Certification impact your show? General resetting of counting technology that is more accurate counting Leveling playing field across hosting platforms to build confidence with advertisers Based on unique actual listeners instead of just clicks. Listens based on 24 hr window, filtering out bots and multiple pings for media files -Who is the Product when an online Service is FREE? You the USER and or Content Contributor, which is often the same No tech service is FREE to operate or maintain. Like any business someone must pay the bills Some new players are coming into the podcasting space saying that podcasting should be Free, we do have a free plan too. But we are not being built on Venture Capital but real business revenue in exchange for a valuable service,which is a sustainable model, VC money runs out eventually in the absence of sales and revenue Spreaker/Voxnest Links: https://Voxnest.com http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at voxnest.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/VoxNest Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee<
Wed, August 08, 2018
SLS: Terms of Service vs Free Speech, Why is Radio Struggling to Podcast?
Spreaker Live Show #162 for Aug 8th, 2018 Show Duration: 65 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android Show Today: - How does Spreaker’s Terms of Service vs Free Speech impact YOU (podcaster)? - Is Radio Struggling with Podcasting? - What Are Podcasting’s Hot Topics? On the show today: -How does Spreaker’s Terms of Service impact YOU (podcaster)? Hot topic this week in Podcasting space with the high profile take down of Alex Jones Podcast Spreaker TOS - https://www.spreaker.com/terms This document is a legal agreement between you, the User, and the entity providing Spreaker. It governs your use of the online properties and, in any case, for the use of the services provided. “Legal agreement” means that the terms of this agreement are binding on the relationship between you and us once you have accepted the terms. -In order to use Spreaker, you must read this Agreement carefully and agree to accept the same by clicking the button for its acceptance. If you don’t accept this Agreement you cannot use the Service. The Owner (Spreaker) reserves the right to suspend or terminate the User's account at any time and without notice if it believes that: User has violated this Agreement; and/or User's access or use of the Service may result in injury to the Owner, other Users or third parties; and/or the use of Spreaker by the User may result in violation of law or regulations; and/or in case of an investigation by legal action or governmental involvement; and/or the account is deemed to be, at the Owner’s sole discretion, for whatever reason, inappropriate or offensive or in violation of this Agreement. - Forbidden use The Service shall be used only in accordance with these Terms. Users may not: reverse engineer, decompile, disassemble, modify or create derivative works based on Spreaker or any portion of it; circumvent any technology used by Spreaker or its licensors to protect content accessible via it; copy, store, edit, change, prepare any derivative work of or alter in any way any of the content provided through Spreaker; use any robot, spider, site search/retrieval application, or other automated device, process or means to access, retrieve, scrape, or index any portion of Spreaker or its content; rent, lease or sublicense Spreaker; defame, abuse, harass, use threatening practices, threaten or violate the legal rights of others in any other way (such as rights of privacy and publicity); disseminate or publish
Wed, August 01, 2018
SLS: Podcast Movement Wrap, Spreaker Data
Spreaker Live Show #161 for Aug 1st, 2018 Show Duration: 60 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - http://www.dragoncon.org is the Next Podcasting Event Spreaker is Sponsoring Aug 30- Sept 3 in Atlanta: Doing 3 Podcasting Panels -Podcasting Past, Present, and Future Join different panelists describing why they started in podcasting, what they are doing with it, where they see us going as a whole, and giving hope. We have had podcasting founders (11 years or longer) and groundbreakers (women in the field, network starters). Q&A featured! Presenters: Tyra A Burton, Tony P Henderson(M), Kreg Stepp, B.C. Dodge, Roberto Blake, Rob Greenlee - Fri 11:30 am; « Galleria 6; 1 Hour(s); - Networking: The Why When and How about joining a podcast network As an up and coming podcaster, we want to gain the most aware of our shows and get the most out of our experiences. But is a network right for you? Come to ask podcast network heads as they share the reasons behind what they look for in shows and what you need to know as an independent podcaster. Presenters: Mike Faber, CJ Boat, Michael Falkner, Tony P Henderson, Panelist: Paul Klotz, Rob Greenlee - Fri 02:30 pm; « Galleria 6; 1 Hour(s); - PodTank: Pitch your podcast It's like Shark Tank for the podcast, except with no money! What you do get to do is give us your two-minute podcast pitch. Then you will get feedback from the panel of judges on how the pitch was received and how to do it better. Half workshop half entertainment - will you survive the PodTank? Presenters: Charles McFall(J), Rob Roberts(J), Scottye Moore, Sean Weiland, Adam Portrais, Rob Greenlee - Fri 10:00 pm; Galleria 6; 1 Hour(s); Show Today: - Podcast Movement 2018 Wrap-Up - Spreaker’s “Top Listen Referrers and Growth” - How Pervasive do we want Smart Speakers in our Lives? - How Important are Podcasting Values vs. Cheating to gain success? On the show today: -Podcast Movement 2018 Wrap-Up 2 Billion Android Phones - Spreaker is growing fastest on Android The number of Android phones around the world who will have easier access to podcasts with Google's new app and initiative. Opportunity with a capital "O". (Google) -17% Do listen to Podcasts on Weekly basis While the number ticks up with each study, the percent of people listening to podcasts on a weekly basis is growing rather slowly. Right now it is at 17% of Americans. (Edison Research) -- 83% Don't -48% The percent of people unsure of how to listen
Wed, July 18, 2018
SLS: Is Dynamic Ad Insertion for ALL, Podcast Movement
Spreaker Live Show #160 for July 18th, 2018 Show Duration: 60 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android -PodcastMovement.com is Next Week in Philly July 23-26 -Spreaker Meetup - Tues, 24th evening dinner with Jay Soderberg and I - https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd9Hjy02hoO-ZM7Sg3yfgUAVUtUnWs1BNjB5q_2YL2DhX6dvw/viewform -Spreaker powered by Voxnest - Whole new booth experience this year with ability to use touch screens to see all of our platforms in our software. - The Power of Dynamic Ad Insertion to Generate Podcast Revenue Thursday, July 26th 9:00 am – 9:45 am EST Dynamic Ad Insertion is now accessible to all levels of podcasters. In this session, our Head of Partnerships Rob Greenlee, together with other podcasting business veterans, will discuss the growing area of dynamic ad insertion with leading experts that can share real-world experiences. Ad insertion technology is being used by an increasing number of podcasters to not only increase advertising revenue across archive episodes but also to insert pre-recorded host/live read and mentions as well. They will discuss when it makes sense to use ad insertion and how this element of ad technology will continue to change podcast advertising as programmatic buying increases. - State of Podcasting Tuesday, July 24th 1:30pm – 2:15 pm EST In this session, speakers from the very top podcasting industry will take a deep dive into every major facet of the podcasting space in 2018 and beyond and will highlight 2018 market trending data around content, discovery, audience, metrics, platforms, and monetization. Panelists are Rob Greenlee, Todd Cochrane, Kerri Hoffman, Rob Walch, Todd Cochrane, Tom Webster, Hernan Lopez. Podcast Movement Guide - https://blog.spreaker.com/2018/07/12/podcast-movement-2018-guide-industry-event/ Show Today: - PodcastMovement is Next Week - Edison Smart Audio Report on Smart Speakers Out Today - Does ad insertion make sense for all sizes and types of podcast publishers? - Gail Nobles Created Audio Jingle for SLS - Other Listener Comments On the show today: The Smart Audio Report (Spring 2018) from NPR and Edison Research". - To download the full report: https://www.
Wed, July 11, 2018
SLS: Spotify Submissions Resume, HTTPS
Spreaker Live Show #159 for July 11th, 2018 Show Duration: 60 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - http://PodcastMovement.com is COMING FAST - Next month in Philly July 23-26 -Spreaker powered by Voxnest - Whole new booth experience this year with ability to use touch screens to see all of our platforms in our software. -Alex created a video for a 'Show Clock' for Speaker Live Show listeners since we mentioned in the show alexexum.com/showclock -On my other Podcast - I had the product manager for Google Podcasts as a Guest. Go to http://NewMediaShow.com/Live to see and hear that conversation -Shoutout to James Cridland and his http://Podnews.net newsletter. It is an incredibly thorough and very useful daily compilation of up-to-the-minute podcast-related news from around the world. - Submit your RSS feed to Google Podcasts and get a direct link to it - https://search.google.com/devtools/podcast/preview Show Today: - PodcastMovement is Coming Fast - Voxnest/Spreaker is Hiring - What’s the status of HTTPS feeds on Apple Podcasts? - Spreaker Feed Submissions to Spotify has resumed - We got an Audio Comment about App Donations - Other Listener Comments On the show today: - What’s the status of HTTPS feeds on Apple Podcasts? As probably every podcaster already knows, at the end of May, Apple communicated that they will soon require secure podcast feeds as part of publishing podcasts with them. -This means that podcasters who have already submitted their show to Apple Podcasts will need to ensure they are using a secure podcast feed with an SSL certificate and for those of you who plan to submit in the future, you need to make sure you have it set up. If you’re not a techy person this basically means that it is recommended to use a podcast HTTPS RSS feed, with the “S” in HTTPS literally standing for ‘secure’. -What does this mean for you? We want to make the transition as easy as possible for Spreaker users: in the near future you’ll need to have your RSS Feed secure to be submitted on Apple Podcasts. That’s why we have already made an update on our website which will allow Spreaker users to have their show’s RSS feed directly available as HTTPS. Below we explain how to make the changes. -What do I have to do? For podcasters who have not yet submitted
Wed, June 27, 2018
SLS: Dynamic Ad Insertion Revenue is Here
Spreaker Live Show #158 for June 27th, 2018 Show Duration: 56 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - http://PodcastMovement.com is COMING FAST - Next month in Philly July 23-26 Show Today: - Future of Dynamic Ad Insertion to Automate Podcast Revenue - Auto Sharing to Facebook Shifts to Pages - Spreaker Custom Show Apps Header Image Size shared - We got some of your comments On the show today: - Future of Dynamic Ad Insertion to Automate Podcast Revenue Dynamic Ad Insertion is now accessible to all levels of podcasters. Discuss the growing area of dynamic ad insertion Ad insertion technology is being used by an increasing number of podcasters to not only increase advertising revenue across archive episodes, but also to insert pre-recorded host/live read ad mentions as well. We will discuss when it makes sense to use ad insertion How this element of ad technology will continue to change podcast advertising as programmatic buying increases. Share some best practices you should be doing now to ensure you are ready to enable ad insertion down the road. Here is a video demo Alex made of show clock he uses in his Live production on Windows 10: https://www.alexexum.com/showclock - Auto Sharing to Facebook Shifts to Pages ATTENTION! SPREAKER USERS Starting August 1 automatic sharing option to your Facebook 'Profile' will no longer function, you will only be able to enjoy the auto-share function with Facebook 'Pages'! https://www.facebook.com/business/learn/set-up-facebook-page What you’ll need to set up your Facebook Page - How to create your Facebook Page A name for your Page and a blurb about your business Your Page name can be your business name or another name that people may search for to find your business. Use the About section to tell people a little bit about what your business does. - A profile photo and cover photo Choose photos that best represent your business. You may use your logo as your profile photo and an image of your store, products, or one from a current marketing campaign as your cover photo. - Learn about image dimensions for Page photos The action you want people to take when they come to your Page At the top of your Page you can add a call-to-action that directs your Page visitors to do something, like visit
Wed, June 20, 2018
SLS: Google & Spreaker Listening Apps
Spreaker Live Show #157 for June 20th, 2018 Show Duration: 48 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -You can now get the show on Google Podcasts App on Android - http://PodcastMovement.com is COMING FAST - Next month in Philly July 23-26 Show Today: - Spreaker Podcast Radio App Gives You Full Episode Control - Google Releases Podcasts App to Android Users - We got some of your comments On the show today: - Keep Total Control of Episodes in Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS/Android We’re always looking for new ways to give you the most intuitive user experience and control as possible. We’re pleased to announce that one of the most requested features has finally arrived; the ability to see which episodes you’ve already listened to and how many minutes you have left to hear on specific episodes. Our interface updates make it clear to see exactly where you were in a podcast series and episode. Well, whether you’re an Android user or on iOS, the visuals are extremely similar Stay on Top of Your Episodes If you’re someone who starts listening to an episode and five minutes in realises you’ve already listened to it, this won’t be happening anymore! From now on a handy yellow tick will sit alongside an episode title when you’ve already listened to it and if you click on the episode you will be able to see the exact date you tuned in. -Always Finish What You Start We’ve added in a line which tells you how many minutes you have left to listen to and instead of being completely yellow, a percentage of the circle will be filled which is in-line with how much you have left to listen to. The ability to switch episode order, playback speed and even set a sleep timer to automatically switch your podcast off if you’re known for drifting off ten minutes in to a show! -Reverse the order from front to back Spreaker Podcast Radio allows you to switch the episode order of any podcast from oldest to newest so that you can more accurately follow the narrative thread. You can listen to true crime podcast and audiobooks as they were meant to be experienced, from episode one, even if they’re already six episodes into the program. Reversing the episode order can be useful when listening to regular talk shows, too–follow your favorite host’s creative trajectory (and finally get all those inside jokes). You can reverse the episode order of any podcast from its Info section. -Think Podfaster, or Podslothing In all these cases, manipulating the playback speed settings is the best option you’ve got. You can s
Wed, June 06, 2018
SLS: How To Use Your Voice to Keep Listeners
Spreaker Live Show #156 for June 6th, 2018 Show Duration: 58 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com - I traveled to Lisbon, Portugal to give a two day podcasting workshop to journalists at a conference called the GENSummit.org - May 27-June 3 Show Today: - Use Your Voice and Make People Listen - Apple Releases New Numbers on Scale of Podcasting - Spreaker Blog offers New Epic Podcast Stories - Podcasting Keeps Inching Towards Measurement Standards I am back from traveling to Lisbon, Portugal to give a two day podcasting workshop to journalists at a conference called the GENSummit.org - May 27-June 3 One key lesson is that Podcasting as a Medium is growing around the world and Spanish and other languages are important to the scale growth of the medium On the show today: - Learn to Use Your Voice and Make People Listen If people in business realized how much power they have with their voices - The Power of Voice Vocal levels can be exciting or lull listeners to sleep. It’s just that simple. It is therefore essential for anyone to move beyond the “one level” in vocal components. In the world we live in, we are now trained to check out quite easily — the minute things don’t keep our attention. So several components become key to keep our audience’s attention. In my world, there are numerous qualities that make up a fantastic voice, but for the sake of this article, I want to talk about what I refer to as the Big 3: volume, speed, and pitch. 1. Volume. Normally we speak at a moderate volume, and that’s great, but it can also be our death. In order to keep our audience’s attention, we need to alternate, at the appropriate times, loud and soft. 2. Speed. Most people speak at a moderate rate of speed. Speed variables are often related to different regions in the United States or world. The bottom line, no matter what your regular rate of speed is, you want to make sure you incorporate all three speeds, fast, slow, and moderate, into your speaking with the majority of your speech being moderate. The main reason for choosing moderate speed rather than fast is because it takes listeners a minute to catch up and “hear” what you said after the words come out of your mouth. If you talk too fast, people will give up trying to stay with you and will stop listening. If your rate of speed is too slow, your listeners will check out because they’re bored. Ideally, try doing a combination of moderate pace, fast pace, and slow pace. What you want to do is find the places in your speech, dialogue, pitch, presentation, or conversation where talking faster is more appropriate and where talking
Wed, May 23, 2018
SLS: How To REBOOT or Launch Podcast, New Privacy TOS (GDPR) Update
Spreaker Live Show #155 for May 23rd, 2018 Show Duration: 45 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -Next: I am traveling to Lisbon, Portugal to give a two day podcasting workshop to journalists at a conference called the GENSummit.org - May 27-June 3 Show Today: - Steps to Successfully Start and Launch a Podcast - Important Updates to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy - Listener Question "Can you do a Live Show and not publish it?" On the show today: - Steps to Successfully Start and Launch a Podcast - Much of this can be used with existing Podcast to REBOOT it = See “___” - Focus on Show and Marketing = Goals, Show Name, Timelines, Location of Recording - Budget: Recording Equip and Recording Production and Editing Software - Select Podcast Publishing, Hosting, RSS creation and Monetization Tools - Have Artist Create Square Cover Art 1400 or 3000 pixel square jpg/png, big bold text, colorful show logo and make it look great - Create online marketing strategies based on listener genre, search keyword list for the show to reach communities with interest in content - Write series description, select genres, show keywords in author tag, show title then input it into hosting platform - Produce :30 :60 Promo Preview Episode and Publish as episode "zero“ - Create your Podcast RSS feed for getting distribution and enable “Manual” version in RSS Customization area of Spreaker CMS tool - Add podcast to your website or create a website for your podcast and would advise your create articles, video too - Write PR pitch copy about the podcast and social tweets or posts, get images related to the podcast for website/social posts - Start Submitting Show RSS to listening platforms - Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn, Spotify, Google Podcasts and iHeartRadio - Submit show launch episode for major feature in Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher and others - Do PR outreach starting 2-3 weeks before first episode launch via Social Media and company publicists to get media stories - Then Produce episode in mono 44.1 mhz 96K-128K then Publish Launch episode 1# on Launch Day - Enable automated dynamic ad monetization strategies with insertion points if your organization allows it - existing or new - Dynamo or Spreaker - Important Updates to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy on Spreaker, Voxnest and BlogTalkRadio Starting now and officially by May 25, 2018, it is necessary for you to review and accept our updated Terms of Service and Privacy Policy – a legal requirement to continue accessing and using Spreaker’s products and services. Over
Wed, May 09, 2018
SLS: How To Enable Midroll Ads, Show Scheduling, Spotify Update
Spreaker Live Show #154 for May 9th, 2018 Show Duration: 50 minutes -Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) -Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com -Back from World Wide Radio Summit in LA - kinda podcasting panel in Hollywood -Back from PodSummit.com in Edmonton, Canada - was a great event - that event will grow next year -Next: I am traveling to Lisbon, Portugal to give a two day podcasting workshop to journalists at a conference called the GENSummit.org - May 27-June 3 -You also may have noticed that my other podcast called NewMediaShow.com episodes sometimes get published to SLS feed and that is because my co-host is traveling and we can do the show live from anywhere. We normally do live video. Show Today: - We discuss Midroll Revenue available on Spreaker Now - We got some of your comments to discuss on this midroll topic today too - Get Ahead Of The Podcast Game With Spreaker’s New Episode Scheduling Features - Spotify Update - Delay in getting into Spotify continues, but will open again up soon On the show today: - Mid-Rolls are available on Spreaker NOW - Get them while they are HOT! Visit your Ads Options area of your shows CMS area - select PRE,MID,POST options Then Set Max Ad Duration - 15, 30, 60 sec ? Then visit episodes below on the page and click on episodes - message seen “Mid-Rolls are only available on downloads and distribution platforms using your RSS Feed. They are not yet available on the Spreaker website and on the Embedded player”. Then select Cue Points/Insertion points in your show with wave form view. Be sure to signup for getting paid in Monetization button in left main column We got a midroll topic comment from Joe Bunzerelly of the Bunzerelly Show - https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-bunzerelly-show_2 I may have a solution to a lot of what you guys were talking about as far as midroll is concerned. In the ad settings, i enabled pre-roll, you can also set it for no ads if you really don't want pre roll. Then, when i add a midroll to an episode, i select override pre roll and override midroll settings. That way, i don't have to address my back catalog until i'm ready, they'll just have pre-roll until i make the time to change them. Also, when i edit a new show, i make sure to edit in an extra little few seconds gap in the spot where i'm going to put the midroll, like when i start a new thought. Finally, a really cool trick, if you have a live read, or just want to make an affiliate commercial. You can do a hard commercial break, that way if the midroll isn't there (spotify) there's still your live read, so
Fri, April 27, 2018
NMS: Google Podcasting Changes
#206 Rob Greenlee and Todd Cochrane discuss the Podcasting News of the Week.
Wed, April 25, 2018
SLS: How to Promote Your Podcast, Midroll's are Live
Spreaker Live Show #153 for April 25th, 2018 Show Duration: 76 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com - Then World Wide Radio Summit in LA May 2-4 - 3rd of May - 2:30PM - 3:20PM: - PodSummit.com in Edmonton, Canada May 5th - http://PodSummit.com in Edmonton, Canada May 5th Mid-Rolls are available on Spreaker NOW in CMS - Get them while they are HOT! Show Today: - Top 21 List: How to Promote Your Podcast - Spotify Update On the show today: Top 21 List: How to Promote Your Podcast “Build it or record it and distribute it and they will come” approach is not working very well these days. Distribution is not enough, it get you to the starting line towards audience development, but much more to do. Even if your show art is great and the title is really catchy, it’s still swimming in a sea of many, many, many other audio fish. You are the unique difference with a little hard work! Podcasting comes with many demands on our time. Those of us that do it are preoccupied with worrying about how to monetize, checking our stats, editing our show, lining up guests to interview, writing for the next episode, keeping up with the industry itself, learning about new hardware and software, and trying to get ratings and reviews. Building a base of listeners is not easy!!! Here are 21 areas to think about and possibly apply to your show promotion and marketing. 1. Get media interviews Be sure to have a hook, though. Just being a podcaster and having what you think is a good show merely puts you in line with the other creators who are contributing to that 400 thousand number above. Give the host and/or producer a reason why they should interview you (and not the other podcasters). 2. Post media coverage on your website I devote an entire section of your website to showcase where I’ve been interviewed. 3. Posting Audio Episodes to YOUTUBE with Video Content Too Posting on YouTube gets you on the second largest search engine in the world, and thus a chance to be found by folks who might otherwise not come across you and your show. 4. Have a business card just for your show Press the flesh with a show card, because expecting people to remember that you have a podcast, what it’s called, and where to find it is not only asking a lot, but it’s a missed (branding) opportunity. At the least have a website address on there, but consider having your name, number, and email address as well. 5. Email signature Mine is loaded, from the URL to icons for the p
Sat, April 21, 2018
NMS: NAB Wrap and Spotify Issues
#205 Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee discuss the Podcasting world over the past two weeks.
Wed, April 18, 2018
SLS: Midrolls Enabled in Spreaker, Show Stats or Not, Spotify Update
Spreaker Live Show #152 for April 18th, 2018 Show Duration: 63 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com - First Edison Research/Triton Digital Infinite Dial Canada and how Google Home is dominating Amazon Alexa - In Las Vegas NAB Show Update from April 7th - 12th - Then World Wide Radio Summit in LA May 2-4 - 3rd of May - 2:30PM - 3:20PM: THE FUTURE OF EVERYTHING Panel: How Your Radio Station Can Benefit From These Evolving Platforms? The future of our business is in podcasting. Unless it's streaming. Or maybe it's video. You'll have to subscribe, unless you won't. And you'll get it all on your phone, unless it's on your "smart speaker," or in your car. Wait... what IS the future going to be for the radio and music businesses? What will we have to do to survive and prosper as the current business models become antiquated? Our panel of forward-thinkers will help you see into the future, and help you steer your career and your company through the technological developments that are already changing how your audience is consuming content. MODERATED BY: Perry Michael Simon - N/T/S & Podcasting Editor, All Access PANELISTS: Douglas Reed - EVP/Radio & Library Services, SourceAudio Gina Juliano - VP of Marketing & Content, Spotlite Media Inc. Rob Greenlee - VP/Head of Partnerships, VoxNest.com, Spreaker.com, BlogTalkRadio.com Steven Goldstein - Founder/CEO, Amplifi Media Tom Leykis - Creater/Host, The Tom Leykis Show PodSummit.com in Edmonton, Canada May 5th - http://PodSummit.com in Edmonton, Canada May 5th Show Today: - Should you Publicly Disclose Your Listening Stats? - Mid-Roll Ad Insertion is Enabled on Spreaker Now - Spotify Submissions Button is NOW in Spreaker CMS - We got comments On the show today: -Should you Publicly Disclose Your Listening Stats? - Recently turned off stats on SLS - Why should your numbers remain private? - Seen my listen numbers go up - wonder if showing low numbers drives low numbers - It is a change in host and listener expectations - Mid-Roll Ad Insertion is Enabled on Spreaker Now - Is active in your CMS tools NOW - Go to “Ads Options” - check boxes, then click on below episode links to show wav form to set mid-roll insertion points in each episode - Mid-Rolls are only available on downloads and distribution platforms using your RSS Feed. They are not yet available on the Spreaker website and on the Embedded player. - Spotify Submissions Button is NOW in Spreaker CMS - Third submission
Wed, March 28, 2018
SLS: How To Start A Company Podcast, Spotify Update
Spreaker Live Show #151 for March 28th, 2018 Show Duration: 55 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com - Please save the date for the unveiling of the first Edison Research/Triton Digital Infinite Dial Canada webinar, which will take place on Wednesday, April 4th, at 2 PM Eastern. https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9035380127112631554 - In Las Vegas late next week at NAB Show from April 7th - 12th - Then World Wide Radio Summit in LA May 2-4 - PodSummit in Edmonton, Canada May 5th Show Today: - 5 Things To Do To Start A Company Podcast - 3 Reasons Why You Start A Podcast If You’re A Marketer - Spotify Submissions Update - We got an audio comment On the show today: - 5 Things To Do To Start A Company Podcast 1. Decide on your goals, production style (show outline) and and plan a topic schedule, but be flexible as you might start off in one direction and then move to another that works better 2. Decide on main host, then find a partner/co-host (who you like) or go solo - CongressionalDish.com or Perspectives with Ashley Berges are great examples of solo shows 3. Get a quality microphone and editing software or Spreaker Studio software is free 4. Choose your podcast hosting home, website - wordpress or just hosting show page 5. Produce short promo episode, post it then get your RSS distribution, then launch full episode on a future launch date - 3 Reasons Why You Start A Podcast If You’re A Marketer 1. Podcasts are adaptable content Podcasts can be listened to anywhere and anytime. How people consume content is changing, people are watching less TV and switching to online platforms and most people don’t have time to read articles, meaning it’s getting harder and harder to reach potential customers. Like most audio content, podcasts are quick and easy to consume, but what further sets them apart is that they don’t require undivided attention. 2. You Can Sway Your Consumers Decisions This idea is that podcasters can ‘build a bond of trust through analysis, insight, and storytelling 3. You Can Create Timeless Content Podcasts aren’t a one-time creation; once you’ve recorded them, they’ll be available from your channel, indefinitely. In that way, they have a similar shelf life to evergreen content—so long as you’re choosing topics with an intent to last.’ - Spotify Submissions Update Second submission list has been sent to Spotify New submission process is coming to Spreaker CMS over the next few weeks - <a href="https://help
Wed, March 14, 2018
SLS: New Podcast Listening Research, Spotify Update
Spreaker Live Show #150 for March 14th, 2018 Show Duration: 50 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, Voxnest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com - I have dropped episode numbering in our episode titling as of last week’s show episode - please give me feedback on this.. - Why show download numbers look very low lately - Is getting partially hosted on Dynamo - Please save the date for the unveiling of the first Edison Research/Triton Digital Infinite Dial Canada webinar, which will take place on Wednesday, April 4th, at 2 PM Eastern. https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/9035380127112631554 - In NYC next week at RAIN Podcast Business Summit on March 22nd - one day conference that Voxnest is sponsoring. - Then soon after is http://NABShow.com in Las Vegas - April 7-12 - Then World Wide Radio Summit in LA May 2-4 - PodSummit in Edmonton, Canada May 5th Show Today: - Latest 2018 Podcasting Research: Share of Ear from Edison Dissected - Podcasting Stories, Challenges and Opportunities of the week - Spotify Submissions Update - Latest 2018 Podcasting Research Data Released - Share of Ear from Edison - The 2018 Infinite Dial Study by Edison Research and Triton Digital® unveils the latest research in digital audio, social media, mobile, smart speakers, and podcast consumption. - The two most talked-about sectors in audio today – podcasting and Smart Speakers – post significant gains in this year’s Infinite Dial study from Edison Research and Triton Digital. - Podcasting continues to steadily grow, as 44% of Americans 12+ now say they have ever listened to a podcast, up from 40% from last year. - The average number of podcast shows being listened to is up to 7 from 5 prior years - Typically podcast listeners listen to 80% of episodes they actually consume - Podcasting’s in-car gains continue as well: a year ago, 18% of podcast listeners described the car as the place they most often listened to podcasts; this year, that number is 22%. - This year’s report spotlights the growth of Smart Speakers, voice-controlled devices such as the Amazon Echo and Google Home. - Today, 18% of Americans 12+ (an estimated 51 million people), live in households that have at least one Smart Speaker. This means that Smart Speaker ownership has more than doubled from 7% just one year ago, which shows - Smart Speaker adoption is at a faster rate than the early days of the smartphone, which showed only 4% growth in a comparable timeframe. - Monthly Online Radio audienc
Wed, March 07, 2018
SLS: Targeting Podcast Categories, Spotify Update
Spreaker Live Show #149 for March 7th, 2018 Show Duration: 44 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, https://Voxnest.com and https://Spreaker.com @robgreenlee - rob(at)voxnest(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Correction: Rob misspoke in last weeks show about our support of Apple’s new “Episodic” and “Series” numbering - Spreaker does fully support it, but I really dislike the Apple spec for it and how it displays the numbering, does not make logical sense to me, given history of the medium. Numbering from 1 (newest episode) to let’s say 151 (oldest episode), may seem right on the surface, but showing 151 as newest and 1 as oldest makes better sense as it has always been done like that in podcasting. Show Today: - Is Podcast Category Targeting Important? - Podcasting Stories, Challenges and Opportunities of the week - Spotify Submissions Update - Listener Comments Is Podcast Category Targeting Important? I tracked Apple’s Top 200 Podcasts for an entire year. Here’s what I found. In early 2017, a colleague and Dan Misener, Head of Audience Development, Pacific Content were discussing an upcoming podcast launch, debating which of Apple’s categories was the best fit: Business? Technology? Society & Culture? Which of Apple’s categories was most appropriate, and would give the show its best chance of being discovered? Based on Article: https://blog.pacific-content.com/i-tracked-apples-top-200-podcasts-for-an-entirere-s-what-i-found-c4e450266a1ee-year-h Spotify Submissions Update FYI - we are creating unique RSS feeds for Spreaker show inclusion in Spotify Second submission list is being built now, so if you would like to be included and are not currently on a dynamic ad insertion monetization platform and does not have unlicensed music in your show then you can submit your show to me - rob@voxnext.com or rob@spreaker.com Listener Comments: Linda Irwin Lightly sprinkle platform news and bake until golden brown. 😃 Episodes that go to Facebook, Twitter and SoundCloud for me have always looked good. When we used to share to You Tube it looked bad, so I really believe it is a You Tube problem. We included the sounds of eating as part of a couple comedy sketches. VidLii is free to sign up and host videos, but you are limited on resolution, 1 G.B. in size and 15 minutes in length. My channels on VidLii are video pod-c
Wed, February 28, 2018
SLS: Ten Podcasting Commandments, Spotify
Spreaker Live Show #148 for Feb 28th, 2018 Show Duration: 50 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Podcasting Stories, Challenges and Opportunities of the week - Linda Irwin’s “Ten Podcasting Commandments” - Spreaker Pathway to Spotify - We got some audio comments to share today - Podcasting Stories of the Week - Getting back to podcasting tips on this show Starting this week we are going to share podcasting stories from the past week that impacted us Things are heating up around Spotify Thinking about next evolution of social podcasting - these imature podcasting platforms like Anchor Alex what are your stories and experiences over the past week that have impacted your podcasting life Podcasters on YouTube getting kicked off -“Ten Podcasting Commandments” Linda Irwin’s 6: Thou shalt not steal copyrighted content. Thou shall always know something about your guest before you begin the show. Thou shalt not leave dead space in your cast. Thou shalt not commit ear rape by suddenly blasting a loud sound or music several decibels above what the rest of your show is playing. Thou shall limit your "um", "ya know" and other audio space fillers to less than 20 per half hour (preferably less than ten). Thou shalt not ingest noisy foods and beverages during the episode unless it is part of a comedy sketch or a specific point you are making. Rob’s: Thou shall speak and refer to one person when recording/live streaming your podcast Rob’s: Thou shall speak very closely to your microphone Rob’s: Thou shall create the best audio quality you can afford Rob’s: Thou shall be as entertaining, informative and personable as you have the talent to be Spotify + Spreaker and BlogTalkRadio has submissions deal? Let your friends know, get a show on Spreaker and have them submit it to me - rob@voxnest.com Listener Comments: JD Sutter - http://www.porchlightfamilymedia.com Audio Comment: Play - Download in Webplayer, Image in YouTube - Compression issue - will find Tamara Ford - Shelf Addiction Podcast - About Apple Podcast Changes: Play Linda Irwin I think giving segments on each show about Voxnest, Blog Talk Radio and Spreaker, a little bit of everything. Doug Salamone - Talk about podcaster inclusiveness. Great discussion guys. It's easy for Alex Exum to talk.....hahaha. Me Against The World Alex record live and don't worry about it. That's how Me Against The World is produced and it always comes out
Wed, February 21, 2018
SLS: Podcasting Stories, Spotify, Events
Spreaker Live Show #147 for Feb 21st, 2018 Show Duration: 50 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Podcasting Stories of the week, back to the basics - Change is in the wind here in this podcast because of Voxnest - Spotify Submissions List is Growing - Coming Podcasting Events On the show today: - Podcasting Stories of the Week - Getting back to podcasting tips on this show Starting this week we are going to share podcasting stories from the past week that impacted me I have been not doing my other show for the past two weeks and listeners are starting to complain I have been worried that my show production here needs to get an update or upgrade, ideas? Expecting instant success in podcasting and being demanding of others in efforts to achieve that! Be wary of audio driver conflicts with Google Hangouts and Slack audio and video.. Audio interfaces Spreaker is my foundation and the new Voxnest tools will have a growing importance Please share your struggles over the past week - rob@voxnest.com Alex what are your stories and experiences over the past week that have impacted your podcasting life - How might this show change with the launch of Voxnest? First of all, we will have a show. Name, format and voices might change more, topics more industry focused More interviews again with leaders in the podcasting medium Want to listen more to you and what you are experiencing - rob@voxnest.com - Spreaker to Spotify Submissions List is Growing I am accepting Spreaker shows on my list to submit for possible inclusion on Spotify It is unclear if Spotify will accept all shows yet, but clearly they are opening up more If you have a Spreaker show and are not on our pre-roll and post roll insertion system then send me your show RSS feed to rob@voxnest.com - Coming podcasting events Rain Summit in NYC next month (March 22nd) NAB Show in Las Vegas - (April 7-13) World Wide Radio Summit in LA - (May 2-4, 2018) PodSummit in Edmonton, Canada - (May 5th) Spreaker/Voxnest Links: https://VoxNest.com http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at voxnest.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/sprea
Wed, February 14, 2018
SLS: Clarifying Dynamo and Podfest Orlando
Spreaker Live Show #146 for Feb 14th, 2018 Show Duration: 33 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Clearing up any confusion on Voxnest Dynamo - Voxnest team retreat to Orlando - Wrap on Podfest Multimedia Expo in Orlando - Audio comment On the show today: - Clearing up any confusion on Voxnest Dynamo How best to use Dynamo Really what is Hive and could you use it when it launches Opportunities for Voxnest & Spreaker around advertising / dynamic ad insertion Play Audio Comment from Kyle Wilcox - on Voxnest - Play now New ad formats possible in future: Host Reads, Placement in early midroll spots, Talent reads - Voxnest team retreat to Orlando All 28 team members Coming together in planning meeting Common goals and direction Great communications building as is a virtual company with people scattered all over the world - Wrap on Podfest Multimedia Expo in Orlando Roast of Dave Jackson was the best No recordings from event, but was very busy with lots of new podcasters attending Still a large regional event, but second largest show focused on podcasting Spreaker/Voxnest Links: https://VoxNest.com http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at voxnest.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/VoxNest Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Twitter: http://twitter.com/alexeum Tech Support: support at spreaker.com
Wed, January 31, 2018
SLS: What is Voxnest and Dynamo?
Spreaker Live Show #145 for Jan 31st, 2018 Show Duration: 59 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Partnerships, VoxNest and Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Spreaker & BlogTalkRadio gets adopted by a new Parent Company called VoxNest - VoxNest Dynamo enables dynamic ad insertion tech and revenue to any podcast - Next week is Podfest Multimedia Expo in Orlando Feb 8-10 - Listener Comment On the show today: -Spreaker & BlogTalkRadio gets adopted by a new Parent Company called https://VoxNest.com The announcement of VoxNest will not impact BlogTalkRadio or Spreaker at all. It just means that Spreaker and BlogTalkRadio have a new parent company behind them and Voxnest is like a birthing a parent from the combination of the two companies and this new parent adopted or acquired Spreaker and BlogTalkRadio is growing up fast to become a serious podcasting tool for serious pro podcasters, networks and media companies. Voxnest is now the largest podcast monetization platform in the market. https://www.voxnest.com/2018/01/20/voxnest-the-new-professional-solution-for-your-podcast-business/ Voxnest: The New Professional Solution for Your Podcast Business Voxnest is a new company that caters to publishers of every ilk. Its platform presents a set of podcasting solutions designed to optimize your monetization plan, content management, distribution, and analytics tracking. Who is Voxnest? Voxnest’s podcasting-focused mission is driven by a diverse team of tech founders and podcast and media industry veterans. The company was just recently formed and acquired Spreaker and Blogtalkradio, meaning its native solutions were created by podcasting experts who have been in the space for years, and who have worked on audio content at companies like ESPN, PodcastOne, and Microsoft. The acquisition also means that Voxnest is now the largest podcast monetization platform in the market. Voxnest will ultimately offer a complete set of podcasting tools that can each be integrated into your own professional production process. These tools—Dynamo and the soon-to-come Hive and Cortex— help audio publishers of all grades, from indie podcasters to major media networks, monetize, manage, and track content. Monetize Your Entire Catalog with Dynamo Podcasters have long been denied their deserved chance to fully monetize their content catalog. The industry is still plagued by “old media” problems: a lack of communication channels between publishers and advertisers, pl
Wed, January 24, 2018
SLS: Podcasting Thoroughly Defined
Spreaker Live Show #144 for Jan 24th, 2018 Show Duration: 70 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Guest Co-Host: Jay Soderberg AKA @TheRealPodVader, Head of Content at BlogTalkRadio & Spreaker, Host of "Next Fan Up - NFL News & Reaction" podcast - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/next-fan-up-nfl-news-reaction/id978353123?mt=2 We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Why Podcasting? Why has it recently grown faster? - What type of audiences are you going to reach? - Podcast Advertising TERMS you need to know - Listener Comments Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On Spreaker Blog at blog.spreaker.com Podfest Multimedia Expo 2018 – An Insider’s Guide This February 8th-10th, Orlando, Florida will be taken over by Podfest Multimedia Expo. A conference created for independent podcasters (from beginners to veterans) by podcasters, with the aim of building and developing an international podcast community through networking, events and exchanging of ideas. This year is the event’s fourth year and will see over one thousand content creators flock to find out what’s hot and what’s not in the podcasting world. During the course of the three days, six key topics, or ‘tracks’, will be the umbrella themes for all panels and discussions, this year’s are: Monetization, Multimedia, Technology, Audience Building, Entrepreneur, and Social. To really get under the skin of these topics, there will be events of all varieties, ranging from demos of the latest products and services to workshops and panels. All will be followed by a Q&A. On the show today: Why Podcasting? Why has it grown faster lately? https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/c0fae7_e2e2714e200b4225b9c709edbb8f2b52.pdf Opt-in, one-on-one personal environment where ads are not only expected but embraced by listeners, making real connections that lead to tangible results. More than ever, now is the time to take a serious look at what a podcast sponsorship can do for your brand. From niche to big business, podcasting made huge strides in 2017: • Ad spend is expected to hit $534 million in 20202 • 93% of brands have increased their podcast advertising spend from 2016 to 20173 • Huge investments are being made
Wed, January 17, 2018
SLS: Is a Podcast just a Radio Show?
Spreaker Live Show #143 for Jan 17th, 2017 Show Duration: 30 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Guest Co-Host: Jay Soderberg AKA @TheRealPodVader, Head of Content at BlogTalkRadio & Spreaker, Host of "Next Fan Up - NFL News & Reaction" podcast - https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/next-fan-up-nfl-news-reaction/id978353123?mt=2 We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Is a Podcast just a Radio Show? - Sorting Episodes in Spreaker with New Apple Podcasting Tags - Avoiding Splitting Distribution: RSS Feed, Cache, Plays Losing Stats / Money - Listener Comments Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: - Is Podcasting just a Radio Show? Podcasting has a very different show formats from radio shows Not limited to more generalized topics, but goes very niche Listening places and audience engagement is different Radio is Live and Linear, while podcasts are on demand and often downloaded Article that sparked this: http://thisisdistorted.com/productions2/blog/files/dc4cefdb6723d6d8ec0577be064d2db0-1.html - How to Sort Episodes in Spreaker? Sort Episodes in Spreaker CMS Tool: Sort the order of your episodes. Changes made will be applied to Spreaker’s website, apps, and embedded players, as well as Apple Podcasts. Episodic (Newest -> Oldest) Serial (Oldest -> Newest) Manage Seasons Manage and create seasons for your podcast and label episodes according to type. Changes made will be applied to your RSS feed as tags and will only be visible in Apple Podcasts. UNKNOWN+ ADD SEASON SLS142: Is It Ok to Podfade? Published on January 10, 2018 3:15 PM. SLS141: Life of Your Audio File on Spreaker Published on January 3, 2018 3:15 PM. Full, Trailer and Bonus - Avoiding Splitting Distribution: RSS Feed, Cache, Plays Losing Stats and Money? Split Feeds Blog: http://blog.blogtalkradio.com/blogtalkradio/avoid-splitting-feeds-losing-stats-money/ Fabio Arauz (Podcast Movement Facebook group) I started a podcast a few months ag
Wed, January 10, 2018
SLS: Is It Ok to Podfade?
Spreaker Live Show #142 for Jan 10th, 2018 Show Duration: 35 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Is it OK to Podfade? - How to be born again as a Podcast? - We want to hear what drives value to you in this podcast? - Listener Comment On the show today: - When is the Right Time to Podfade? Well, Podfading is generally burnout or life change or you ran out of things to discuss. Energy and Passion is the driver of Podcasting, when it is waning it will show in your program It is OK to Podfade, but take the opportunity to learn from it. It could be a temporary mental state you are in, if it is then take a week off from doing an episode and regroup and create an improved format and maybe bring in a guest or something to get the energy back in you and your audience. - How to be born again as a Podcast? Refresh cover art, show format, intros, guests One must be careful about changing too fast though as audience gets used to it, gradual change is always better. - We want to hear what drives value to you in this podcast or not? What value do you get from this podcast? We can talk more about Spreaker? Next month, change is on the menu - this podcast may be changing to recharge its energy too Listener Comment from last Weeks show: Doug Salamone We're becoming a society where we all live in our own internet bubbles. Our reality is our reality, but not the reality of others. Strange world we live in. Spreaker Links: http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Twitter: http://twitter.com/alexeum Tech Support: support at spreaker.com
Wed, January 03, 2018
SLS: Life of Your Audio File on Spreaker
Spreaker Live Show #141 for Jan 3rd, 2018 Show Duration: 64 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - 2018 is Here,what does that mean for Podcasting - We discuss Audio Files and How they are handled on Spreaker - Podfest Orlando is Feb 8-10, 2018 - Listener Audio Comment On the show today: -2018 and Podcasting: What the next year might have in store for us? What happens to your Audio Files when you Record or Upload to Spreaker This topic is being asked really regularly, lets explain how it works right now. There are three things in place: Spreaker keeps the original uploaded file only if it’s an mp3. So to answer the question: we do have the original file ONLY if it’s an mp3, no matter the encoding settings. This was done for different reason that what you maybe expect, and the reason was to preserve the ID3 metadata in file, since at that time we were not able to safely copy them over to the new file. We re-encode EVERY file that’s not mp3 AND 128kbps AND stereo AND 44100Hz. This is because to keep our custom streaming server simple back in the days, we decided to support only this format. For streaming (website + apps) we always use the re-encoded one. For Downloads we use the original one when it’s available (see 1) except when the download comes from the iOS podcast app. The reason behind this is that we detected that app to be broken when processing some ID3 metatada (at least iOS8/9/10) so to avoid playback issues we have an exception in place that checks the user agent of the request and decide based also on that. - http://Podfest.us/2018 in Orlando - Feb 8-10, 2018 Big announcements coming about Spreaker coming Whole Spreaker & BTR team will be at the event - Play Audio Comment: Publishing to YouTube Audio Comment from Tamera Ford, Content Creator | Blogger, Podcaster, http://www.shelfaddiction.com/ | A Book Review & Pop Culture Blog Is publishing audio to YouTube is worth it anymore? My thought is that it is, just don’t have high expectations Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/spreaker" rel=
Wed, December 27, 2017
SLS: Podcasting in 2018
Spreaker Live Show #140 for Dec 27th, 2017 Show Duration: 30 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Podcasting in 2018 Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices Podcasting: Now and in 2018 Over the past couple of years, we have been in a content quantity and quality growth era, with the technology side really struggling to innovate in the face of relatively slow ad revenue growth and business models that would not support increases in spending on technology advancements in the podcasting medium. In 2018, we will see newer content genres develop into being major contributors to the community of podcast creators. “Reality and fictional storytelling podcasts seem to be hitting the mainstream on the creation and listening sides with a larger growing share of young people in a demographically balanced cross-section” Finally will start to see some technology innovations come to the podcasting market this coming year. Will see some real progress on advertiser/agency campaigns beyond just the very big podcasts, technology innovation around metrics and monetization tools. Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Tech Support: support at spreaker.com
Wed, December 20, 2017
SLS: What Podcast Dynamic Ad Insertion?
Spreaker Live Show #139 for Dec 20th, 2017 Show Duration: 84 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Guest Co-Host: PodVader - Jay Soderberg, Head of Content at BlogTalkRadio & Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - What is Podcasting Dynamic Ad Insertion? How does it work? - What Many Sports Podcasters Can Teach Us About Building Audiences? - Does Podcasting have a Discovery Problem or Some Other Problem? - Apple Launches New Podcast Stats Beta Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: - What is Podcasting Dynamic Ad Insertion? How does it work? What are Prerolls, Midrolls and Postrolls Host Reads or also called Live Reads - can also be dynamically inserted too if pre-recorded. Targeted injection of a pre-recorded ad spot into an mp3 file not unlike sliding a book into a bookshelf Targeting is done based on the listener’s IP address for geo-targeting, but other factors can be used like demographics and mapping of user preferences or likes or interests Advertisers come into a tool and buy ad campaigns (fixed number of plays over a period of time) based on delivered plays of the ads via CPM, CPA or other less common methods This ability is coming to Spreaker in 2018 and we are excited to work on tools like this that can help podcasters make money from all their hard work ------------------------------------------------------- Please reach out to us and say “Hi”, we want to meet you and know that you are out there listening. Send via email or audio comment (mp3) to rob@spreaker.com and (podvader@blogtalkradio.com) or post a comment on our show page ------------------------------------------------------ - What Many Sports Podcasters Can Teach Us About Building Audiences? Actively engaging with audience on a daily basis Social media usage - live tweeting games - Does Podcasting have a Discovery Problem or Some Other Problem? JacobsMedia.com posted an article this week offering quotes from many leaders in the podcasting space and about half agree we don’t have a podcast listener discovery problem: http://jacobsmedia.com/do-podcasts-have-a-discoverability-problem-we-asked-leaders-in-the-space/ But do we have an awareness/medium understanding issue sti
Wed, December 13, 2017
SLS: Young Podcasting Storytellers
Spreaker Live Show #138 for Dec 13th, 2017 Show Duration: 30 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Podcasting Meets YouTube + Comicon from Podcon in Seattle - Editing Audio via Text Editing is HERE - Planning Your Podcast Script Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: Podcon: Who are the Young Creative Storytellers and Why are they Important to Podcasting Podcon.com 2017: Most attendees were all very young, new and enthusiastic about podcasting. Was a really interesting event. It uncovered a whole new genre "Young Creative Storytellers" community in podcasting. Podcon could easily become the largest podcasting event next year, even bigger than Podcast Movement, but got a sense that maybe the first year event was not big enough for its VIDCON organizers. Yet, this is sea change and scale of this community that combines YouTube + Comicon + Podcasting + Character Fans will transform podcasting community as we know it in just a few years. This community is largely female and ready to write and tell entertaining and emotional stories to passionate fan/communities that are willing to dress up in costumes of the characters in the stories being told in podcasts of the next generation. This is even larger potential impact then when the comedians joined podcasting in 2009. Audio theater of the mind has been rebirthed in a new generation. Not a single person we talked to 300 plus wanted to do sports, business, tech to a person all wanted to do storytelling shows like lore etc. this was one of the most refreshing events in a very long time. W need more storytellers and this audience will generate the next serial, lore etc.. Editing Audio via Text Editing is HERE https://medium.com/descript/introducing-descript-fa37eb193819 http://descript.com Service is called “Descript”, only supports MAC today - you can request to be added to a list requesting a windows version. Launched with a $5M seed investment from Andreesen Horowitz VC. Descript is taking advantage of the recent explosion in speech recognition accuracy to press the reset button on how talk-driven media is being created and edited. 1. Audio Word Processing<br /
Wed, December 06, 2017
SLS: New Mobile Listening Widget
Spreaker Live Show #137 for Dec 6th, 2017 Show Duration: 50 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Easier Podcast Listening with the New Spreaker Podcast Radio Widget - Who are the Largest Podcasting Companies? - Podcon is this Weekend and Podfest Orlando is Feb 8-10 - Listener Comments Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: Easier Podcast Listening with the New Spreaker Podcast Radio Widget https://blog.spreaker.com/2017/12/05/new-spreaker-podcast-radio-widget/ We’re adding a new feature that will have you listening to your favorite and most listened to podcasts in no time at all. Introducing the new Spreaker Podcast Radio home screen widget. Your tried and true podcasts will be clearly laid out for you and each will be readily accessible with just a tap, right from your home screen. It’ll save you swipes and time, especially when you’re multitasking between your workout, emails, and instant messages. Check out this rundown of how the widget works: - The widget will display an array of podcasts, even when your phone is locked, divided into two sections. - In the top half, you’ll find the podcasts you listen to most. - Tap on any one of them and you’ll be prompted to unlock your phone. As soon as you do, the Spreaker Podcast Radio app will open up automatically to that very podcast. Just below, you’ll see your most recently downloaded episodes. By tapping on any one of those, you’ll go through a similar process as the one mentioned above: You’ll be prompted to unlock your phone, but this time, you’ll be brought automatically to a list of whatever you last downloaded. Easy peasy, isn’t it? And your podcast or episode will start playing immediately, too. iOS and Android widgets You can add Spreaker Podcast Radio’s widget to your home screen like you would any other app: On iOS: Swipe the home screen or lock screen to the right. Scroll down to the bottom. Then tap on Edit. Tap on the “+” symbol to add Spreaker Podcast Radio to your home screen. Tap on Done to finish. On Android: Touch and hold any empty space on the home screen. Tap on the Widgets icon. Touch and hold the Spreaker Podcast Radio widget. A
Wed, November 29, 2017
SLS: Help Us Help You
Spreaker Live Show #136 for Nov 29th, 2017 Show Duration: 60 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Help Us Help You: Struggles of New Podcasters - Is Podcast becoming a term to describe all audio content published online? - How to Find the Right Tone of Voice for your Podcast - Listener Comments Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: Help Us Help You: Struggles of New Podcasters Support of New Show Creators can be tough for those doing support Often the support staff does not understand the issues or frustration Email can be tough to interpret issues Need Reproducible errors and processes that can be replicated on our end Spreaker Support staff is in Europe and is 8-9 hours ahead of you in the USA Have patience with support as we work through issues Support team is trained to be patient and be clear and calming But caller needs to think clearly about problem and do best to give details on issues Is there a new trend that if you create online media content of any kind — YouTube, Twitch, Google Hangouts, for example — you call it a podcast? Episodes only on YouTube are more and more being called a podcast. Only place you can find it. Is that a podcast? To be a podcast, media must be hosted for download and an RSS feed. So is this something new? “Oh look, I have a discussion I have recorded. It’s online. I’ll call it my podcast.” How to Find the Right Tone of Voice for your Podcast https://blog.spreaker.com/2017/11/28/find-right-tone-voice-podcast/ Whether you listen to Common Sense with Dan Carlin, PBS NewsHour, or The New Yorker to get your podcast newsfix you’re aware of the big difference in how the presenters communicate their message; not just in the language they use but also their tone of voice. Tone can convey a thousand things to a listener and is key in getting what you want to say across correctly, how you use it will affect everything from how you’re interpreted as a person to the sincerity of the message you’re broadcasting. The Guardian says tone will “affect how we’re seen in terms of our personality, our emotional state, and even our professional competence”. Let’s take a look at some of the different podcast genres out there and see how you can use tone to create impact for you
Wed, November 15, 2017
SLS: Who are Podfasters?
Spreaker Live Show #135 for Nov 15th, 2017 Show Duration: 60 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - What is a Super “Podcast” Listener? - Podcast Suicide: 5 Errors to Avoid - Who are Podfasters? - Listener Comments Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: What is a SUPER Podcast Listener? Sharing some recent researchtelephone survey of media habits, a portrait emerged of what appears to be the podcasting “super listener” — a highly engaged consumer of informative digital audio content. https://medium.com/informed-and-engaged/understanding-public-medias-most-engaged-podcast-users-bb592cd7e03e In April and May of 2017, Edison Research — with support from the John S. and James L. Knight Foundation — conducted a series of online interviews with podcast listeners across a group of major podcast publishers. We collected a total of 28,964 interviews with podcast listeners 18 years of age or older, all of whom listened to at least one audio podcast from one of six sources: National Public Radio, WNYC, American Public Media, WBUR, PRX and Gimlet Media. (For more on the methodology, please see the appendix.) In comparing these results with the Edison/Triton Infinite Dial research series, a nationally representative Some of the characteristics of this “super listener” include: Greater content consumption (by hours and by shows listened to). A preference for subscription (Not Paid) and time-shifted consumption. Reliance on mobile consumption, usually in transit. A willingness to promote content to others, and reliance on word-of-mouth. A preference for in-depth content. A loyalty to public media, and willingness to invest — even as broadcast consumption levels decline. Conclusion: This study, and our ability to compare it with two other, more representative datasets of podcast consumers, gave us a fascinating perspective on the public media podcast “super listener.” It is clear that while they don’t represent the body of podcast listeners across participating publishers, they do represent the most active, most engaged and most willing to take supportive actions. They can also be tapped as ambassadors for the medium. Finding ways to “ask for the order” and providing them with in
Wed, November 08, 2017
SLS: Four Steps to Starting Spreaker Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #134 for Nov 8th, 2017 Show Duration: 60 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3pm Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Four Steps to Starting Your Podcast on Spreaker - Plays vs. Downloads on Spreaker - Getting your show/podcast into iHeartRadio Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: - What is Spreaker? Four Main Steps to Starting Your Podcast on Spreaker But where to start? There’s a lot there to take advantage of, and we don’t want you to miss any of it. Starting up: Sign in and set up your account. Create: Choose between uploading content, importing your show using the RSS feed importer, or using the Spreaker Studio apps to record or go live. Distribute: Connect to your favorite social network through your account settings, or set up sharing through your episode’s settings. Measure: See how well your podcast is doing with in-depth analytics, starting with number of plays. Bonus: Get your Web embeddable audio player and Plays vs. Downloads on Spreaker Why might you have more Plays than Downloads Why might you have more Downloads than Plays Why might you have equal Plays to Downloads Getting your show on iHeartRadio Go to Show CMS .. then click iHeartRadio To be accepted your show needs: A title A short description An image To be included in a category To have at least 5 public episodes The last episode to be less than 2 weeks old Suggestions and guidelines for your submission to iHeartRadio: Please consider these suggestions before submitting your show to iHeartRadio in order to have a better chance of being approved. Wait until you have at least 100 followers on Spreaker Your show name, images and content should not contain unlicensed material (such as music) Your show name, images and content should not be indecent: avoid pornography, hate speech, ethnic slurs, slander and libel Your show is not compliant with one or more of the items in the checklist above. Please fix this and try again. Comments: Breanna I’m having a hard time embedding my podcast to my wix site. Any suggestions? Breanna Yes please share the outline. Tamara Ford (Shelf Addiction) No more sharing on YouTube for me until further notice... Tamara Ford (Shelf Addiction) I'm disgruntled with YouTube and my
Wed, November 01, 2017
SLS: Canadian Podcast Research
Spreaker Live Show #133 for Nov 1st, 2017 Show Duration: 60 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Episode Descriptions are now in Spreaker Web Embed Audio Player - New Research Report focuses on Canadian podcast consumption - Why Start Podcasting If You’re a Small Business Spreaker is on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spreaker_/ Spreaker is also on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/spreaker/ Tell your audience that your show is now available on Amazon Echo Devices On the show today: Now You can READ Episode Descriptions in Spreaker Web Embed Player See the little circle with the italics (i) in it to see popup description Here is my show recording outline: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1HeH2XvB6hSt-y9Fcyr4cutq6eay2uEAwjmQLeXE1rvY/edit?usp=sharing A New Research Report focuses on Canadian podcast consumption, conducted by Audience Insights, a Canadian audience research firm. Podcasting is becoming an increasingly important part of the Canadian conversation. Nearly 10 million Canadian adults have listened to a podcast in the past year. The demographic trends younger, more affluent, and more educated, also leans male. That’s more or less in the same bucket as Australia and the U.S 24% of adults listening monthly and 15% weekly. A fast-growing audience, more than 7-in-10 started listening in the past three years. Podcasting attracts often hard-to-reach young, affluent, educated consumers. Podcast listening peaks among 18-34 year olds, among men, among those with a university education, and in households with more than $100K income. Podcast listeners show an appetite to hear more Canadian produced podcasts. 47% of all Canadian podcast listeners say they would like more about what Canadian podcasts are available. Four of the Top 10 podcasts listened to in the past month are Canadian. The full report isn’t available at this point in time, it seems, only a summary report with some initial findings that you can view in this link. . https://docs.wixstatic.com/ugd/b9f0d2_8411a2fefd7948399be55f1197f28a85.pdf -Why Start Podcasting If You’re a Small Business As a small business, it can be impossible to find your unique voice in the marketplace and successfully reac
Wed, October 25, 2017
SLS: Preparing for Podcast Ads
Spreaker Live Show #132 for Oct 18th, 2017 Show Duration: 45 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Preparing Your Show for Podcast Advertising - Creating an App for Your Podcast Just Got Easier! - Another Audio Comment via Voxer On the show today: Preparing Your Show for Podcast Advertising If your goal is to monetize from advertising then running ads early in your podcast and often is good practice. Getting skilled and practicing doing ads is important as you will not be good at it out of the gate When paying advertisers are interested then you and your show will be ready Gets your listeners accustomed to hearing ads on your show as adding ads to an ad free show can be jarring for your listeners Start driving home the idea that advertising supports the sponsors that make the show possible, greater ad response Get started with Affiliate Programs like Amazon Affiliates, Commission Junction (CJ.com) or Share A Sale This gives you an inventory of sample ads that you can show potential CPM advertisers that you have the skills to create and deliver a great ad read - create an mp3 of all the reads you have done one after another The best way to cut those sample ad reads for the ad demo mp3 is to save the clips with 30 seconds of lead in, the ad spot and 30 seconds of post ad content. This will give advertisers a sense of how you lead in, deliver and roll out of an ad spot. Start keeping track on every single episode where an ad could be dynamically injected into your mp3 file. If you’re doing your show and find a natural transition spot record that time hack for each episode down to this HH:MM:SS. Tips: - Find a product on Amazon Associate or any product or service you love that has an affiliate program and apply for it. - Thought leaders who sell courses and information products online offer affiliate partnerships - What about your own product or service gives you something to promote on your show. - Keep the ads relevant. - You only get good at running ads when you’re really running ads - Prepare for ads to be dynamically inserted in the future. - “Dynamic insertion” refers to a type of ad inserted at a pre-determined time in the episodeo Blog Post https://blog.spreaker.com/2017/10/17/new-spreakers-50000-show-catalog-now-amazon-alexa-devices/ - Creating an App for Your Podcast Just Got Easier! Connect with your audience more directly with an exclusive experience, all while expanding on your brand, with a customized Mobile App dedicated to your show. It’s a
Wed, October 18, 2017
SLS: Pre-Launch Promotion Tips & Alexa Skill Launch
Spreaker Live Show #131 for Oct 18th, 2017 Show Duration: 46 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Spreaker Launches New Amazon Alexa app for Echo “Smart Spreaker Devices” - Steps and Tips to Pre-Launch and Promote a Big Podcast - Listener Comments On the show today: - New! Spreaker’s 50,000+ Show Catalog Is Now on Amazon Alexa Devices Listening just got even more hands-off. Spreaker is proud to introduce yet another way of engaging with its catalog of podcasts: a new Amazon Alexa skill for Echo.. Amazon Alexa devices are wireless, voice-activated “smart speakers” that feature a personal assistant voice service named “Alexa”. These devices include Amazon Echo and Amazon Echo Dot. Similarly to Siri, Alexa will carry out the commands you say out loud to it. Smart speakers have become a pretty big deal in the podcasting world as of late, and were the main topic of interest at this year’s RAIN Podcast Business Summit presented by NPR. Since Amazon Echo’s debut in 2014, they can now be found in over 20 million homes across the US. In fact, 42% of smart speaker owners claim they’re already essential to their everyday lives. Their ease of use alone is a persuasive selling point; there’s no searching for a remote control, not even the need to use access pins or swipe across the screen. With voice activation, smart speaker owners can ask for the weather report, access their favorite music, and, most importantly, tune in to podcasts. You read that right: listeners are using these tools to search, browse, and listen in to podcasts. And the rising popularity of smart speakers pairs itself extremely well with Edison Research and Triton Digital’s recent data showing that the home is where podcasters are tuning in the most. To prove this point: 50% of listeners tune into podcasts at home, more than any other location. And having podcasts on while you’re cooking, cleaning, or just plain relaxing has made them an intimate part of our daily routines, providing moments of entertainment and comfort whether we’re with friends or alone. The difference now is that smart speakers offer a more seamless experience between it all. And as this new pathway to content unfurls before us, we at Spreaker knew we couldn’t let the opportunity just pass by. We’ve added Spreaker’s catalog of podcasts to all Amazon Alexa devices (only English-language podcasts for now, due to some Amazon Echo limitations, but we hope to get everyone else in on it soon!), as well as Spreaker-specific commands your listeners can use to play, search, and take control of their listening experience. With Amazon Alexa, together with automatic sharing to social media networks and syndication with Apple Podcasts, Google Play
Wed, October 11, 2017
SLS: Dark Lord PodVader Guests
Spreaker Live Show #130 for Oct 11th, 2017 Show Duration: 68 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - No Logo Branded Spreaker Embedded Audio Player is Available Now - Top 5 Benefits of Podcasting for Small Businesses - Jay Soderberg (PodVader), Head of Content for BTR and Spreaker joins us On the show today: - Your brand Spreaker Embedded Audio Player Available Now - Visible branding that’s ALL yours Guiding your listeners to your website to listen to your podcast allows you to keep your branding and distribution exactly how you want it. Use a background image with your logo on it if you want. We use your chosen font on your website that is connected to your distinctive look. The updated player is therefore geared for a high level of customization, providing a white label solution with the option to remove the Spreaker logo. Using Spreaker’s CMS, you might choose to remove the Spreaker logo if it happens to clash with your website branding, or if you simply prefer not to have any logo displayed at all aside from the episode title. You might decide that it just looks more professional for your own logo to be the only one featured prominently on your website. Get it in the embed with an image background. https://blog.spreaker.com/2017/10/05/keep-embedded-player-cleaner-custom-new-feature/ Top 5 Benefits of Podcasting for Small Business Now that Social Media and YouTube generally considered to be less of a hot medium and people are a little tired of it, this is one the key reasons this is a HOT time for Podcasting. 1) Podcasting is easy to get into: You don’t need a whole lot of talent and creativity to get into podcasting. Your passion is more than enough to help you achieve success. Additionally, the processes involved in the making of a podcast are comparatively simpler in comparison to a video. Plus, the software used in the making of a podcast is inexpensive and is easily available in the market 2) Podcasting can help in improved website and customer traffic generation: Podcasting can help to increase your business reach, helping in an increased traffic generation over time. Podcast listeners become your most prized marketing asset because of the fact that they have connected to your show to ACTUALLY listen to what you say. Now that is undoubtedly a huge benefit, on the whole. Your loyal audience can also refer your podcast to others who might also be interested in the very same thing. 3) Podcasting can integrate exceptionally well with digital marketing campaigns: Digital online marketing is Now and growing in the future. And podcasting helps you be
Bonus · Sat, October 07, 2017
NMS: Podcasting News from the Week
#185 Rob Greenlee and Todd Cochrane take a walk through the week in Podcasting.
Wed, October 04, 2017
SLS: Starting A Podcast Strategies
Spreaker Live Show #129 for Oct 4th, 2017 Show Duration: 64 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Top Strategies to Starting a Podcast and Building Long-Term Success - We got two audio comments on from Kyle Wilcox, Host of “The WWS EdTech Sandbox” and a bunch more fresh comments from you this week! On the show today: Top Strategies to Starting a Podcast Part 1: Personal Goals? What Should It Be About? Hobby or Business? Part 2: Research Passion Topics & Other Shows? Your Expertise & Abilities? Part 3: Podcast Recording & Equipment, Editing, Hosting Audio and Publishing Part 4: Podcast Promotion: Launch - Promo Episode, Buildup Expectations of your show. Getting the Word Out Listener Comments about last week’s episode “SLS128: Worried Podcast Advertisers”: Steve Carter who sent us a great Audio comment last week about YouTube Stats: Rob / Alex, Thank you for the clarification on how YouTube plays are counted as part of the Spreaker stats. I'm on the first "pro" level of service which means the listener stats are basic. I'll revisit the CMS stats section again, but at the basic level I don't believe I can see the source of listens. I see the daily bar graph of listens (downloads and plays) and the individual episode downloads and plays. It's not particularly important to me to have more comprehensive stats, at least right now. Thanks also for the kind comments about my voice and website. For now, I'm using a Google Sites website with a redirect from GoDaddy for the http://www.SafeLivingToday.com URL. Depending on whether the podcast gets more traction, I may invest in a more robust site; for now, the present site does what it needs to do at zero cost. Steve Carter Play Audio Comment: 1:40 sec: Kyle Wilcox, Indiana - leave audio comments: App called Voxer, Speakpipe. Integrate tech: https://www.speakpipe.com/voice-recorder Play Audio Comment 2 about Live Video Show Tips from Kyle Wilcox Tamara Ford (Shelf Addiction) My podcast is 97% clean. A curse word may slip out once in a while from a guest or myself. Not often, I actually sort of cringe a little when it slips out. Linda Irwin I also prefer Skype to Google Hang Outs for video call recording. OBS hates Hang Outs and makes it very laggy, both in video and audio. Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com
Wed, September 27, 2017
SLS: Worried Podcast Advertisers
Spreaker Live Show #128 for Sept 27th, 2017 Show Duration: 48 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: - Are company brand safety worries impacting podcastings advertising potential - Spreaker Studio for iOS 11 is out with some changes - We got an audio question from Steve of Safe Living Today Show On the show today: - Are company brand safety worries impacting podcastings advertising potential Host reads by popular hosts are an effective advertising method on podcasts but many marketers are worried about brand safety by being in some podcasts and are failing to maximise their potential. live / host read ads by hosts resonate best with audiences because there is already an in-built trust. They are even more effective if the brand allows the host to inject their own personality into the read. Marketers worried about a lack of control are often choosing safer options of a scripted read by the podcast producer because they are concerned about brand damage if the host says something negative or off color. Advertising on a podcast where the host drops the four-letter words, but the audience won’t be offended because they have chosen to be there. Likely won’t be shocked because that’s what they expect when they tune in for. Truth is the less scripted a live read feels, the better the response. Advertising duration/time should be restricted to three minutes per hour, less than radio or television, as tolerance of interruptive advertising is lower among podcast listeners because it is a more personal medium. - Spreaker Studio iOS 11 Make it Even Easier to Pick your Sounds for your Podcast ( http://blog.spreaker.com ) Warning: Advise NOT to use Major Label Music in your Podcast, Epidemic Sound Subscription Option or music you make Music libraries are increasingly becoming more like dispersed pockets of musical treasure: some tracks tucked away in folders on your device, some songs just stored on iCloud, some tracks shared with you through Dropbox. So when you’re uploading music to your podcast, you want to easily be able to tap into your library, however spread out it may be! That’s what our podcasting community has shared with us and we want podcasting reflect the way that you work best. Recording and editing your content with Spreaker Studio on your iPhone or iPad gives you the mobility to podcast on the go, and now with the new iOS update you can directly insert media files that you have on your device, both locally and in the cloud, without needing to shuffle them around into a single folde
Wed, September 20, 2017
SLS: Plays vs Downloads of Podcasts
Spreaker Live Show #127 for Sept 20th, 2017 Show Duration: 42 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: -Plays vs Downloads, why sometimes so much differences -Adding Other Content Creators Show Feeds to Your Account is a No NO -Your comments - Game Show Podcast Gives Us Feedback On the show today: "Plays vs Downloads, why sometimes so much differences in your audience numbers" -I see this all the time in the platform as listening happens in so many places and is dependent on the audience for a show and how the on demand program is featured and or promoted online or in content. Where the webplayer are and it appears you are pointing to website listening and that does not enable downloads correct. The audience for this show may just be consuming the show on website. It appears your accounts are not unlocked for seeing sources of listening requests. We also discuss "Adding Other Content Creators Show Feeds to Your Account is a No NO" -These actions are a serious violation of copyright laws and our Terms of Service. We risk potential legal issues with outside content providers as you tried to make money from advertising off of other major media company content. These big companies don't need any help with unauthorized syndicating services for their shows. Listener Comments: The Nerd of The Jock and Nerd Podcast: Hi Rob and Alex, Love the Spreaker Live show! I've been listening ever since I started my own podcast two and a half years ago. Love the knowledge you bring and love Alex's enthusiasm and rants! Keep up the great work! IN SLS126 you guys mentioned the genre of game show podcasts and wondered if any existed. They do! I am the host of Trivia Geeks Live, where we invite celebrity guest and pair them up with team captains through 4 rounds of various games and trivia live on YouTube. The points don't really matter, as the real goal is to have fun and promote our guests. You can check out the show at the links below! https://www.blazingcariboustudios.com/shows/trivia-geeks/ https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/trivia-geeks-live/id1261441125?mt=2 VIDEO: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GOrCeoTBdcE The Jock and Nerd Podcast - http://jockandnerd.com itunes: http://jockandnerd.com/review Spreaker
Wed, September 13, 2017
SLS: Apple Podcasts Updates Coming
Spreaker Live Show #126 for Sept 13th, 2017 Show Duration: 48 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: -Apple Podcasts in iOS 11 Changes Coming -Oct/Nov/Dec is Podcasting Conference Months -Spreaker+BlogTalkRadio Merger Update -Your audio comments On the show today: iOS 11 is getting Released Next Week: Apple Podcasts App in iOS 11 Coming Soon Device upgrades the leading edge of Apple’s Podcasting Upgrades We also discuss Sept/Oct/Dec is Podcasting Conference Months New Media Summit - Sept 22-24 - Fee $2,995.00 PODCASTING FOR THOUGHT LEADERS: LAUNCH INTENSIVE - Harry Duran - http://fullcast.co/intensive/ Sept 24-25 International Podcast Day - Sept 29-30 Werk It - LA - Oct 3-5 The only all-woman podcasting festival on the planet, Werk It presents workshops, demonstrations, mentoring sessions and NSFW conversations about working in audio and digital media. Plus: Networking opportunities, cocktail parties, and live podcast tapings at The Theatre at Ace Hotel in downtown Los Angeles! New this year: Podcast Bootcamp. This one-day course will be taught by the top women in our field. It is designed for entry-level or early-career audio producers, as well as women who work in media or other related fields and are now moving into the podcast realm. Werk It is a production of WNYC Studios, the beautiful people behind Radiolab, Freakonomics Radio, Death, Sex & Money, 2 Dope Queens, Note to Self, Snap Judgment, Sooo Many White Guys, Here’s the Thing, the New Yorker Radio Hour, On the Media, Only Human and more. LA Podfest - Oct 6-8 - http://www.lapodfest.com w/Podcast Pro’s Conference Podcon.com Dec 9-10, 2017 in Seattle (by creator of Vidcon.com) Fan Event and Conference Spreaker + BlogTalkRadio Merger Update VoxNest - Monetization Platform that is really cool Crazy busy on Calls with media companies and podcasts all over the world Lot’s of Podcast Interviews Team’s are working together more already Listener Comments: Play Audio Comment The Peoples Paradise @JTeros_ YouTuber | Podcaster | The Greatest Voice on YouTube - Galt, CA http://youtu.be/OIeeteWJGzo Kyle Wilcox: Suggestion for Spreaker: when I go to my show page on the desktop, I get links to subscribe with RSS, including iTunes. However, the mobile site for a show doesn't have RSS or any other links related to subscribing or sharing the show. I would really like to see an i
Wed, September 06, 2017
SLS: Getting podcast into iHeartRadio, Stitcher, TuneIn
Spreaker Live Show #125 for Sept 6th, 2017 Show Duration: 56 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: -Spreaker New Home Page Upgrade -Getting Your Podcast into iHeartRadio, Stitcher, TuneIn -Your comments about BTR and Spreaker Merger On the show today: We discuss details of Spreaker New Home Page Upgrade -Choices: Create a Podcast or Explore to Listen -Curated Lists of Shows, Discover by category -Pass-Through Shows We also discuss Getting Your Podcast into iHeartRadio, Stitcher, TuneIn -TuneIn - http://help.tunein.com/customer/portal/emails/new?ticket [labels_new]=podcast&t=764630 -Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/content-providers Listener Comments: TheKrazyWabbit AWESOME!! It was great to hear Francesco mention the call in feature of Blog Talk and looking how to intregate down the road. This is why I am so excited about the merger. And congrats Rob on the new title. And head of content for both will be in great hands with PodVader. Great news!!!! Linda Irwin I started in BTR in 2012 and left in 2015. Some advantages BTR has that could be brought to Spreaker are the call-in system for callers to the show that their numbers show on your studio and they can listen in by phone (just mute them when done talking and they keep listening); Slide show instead of a single episode image; and automatic announcement to selected social media at the start of the show with a blurb about the show. Some disadvantages to be worked out are BTR sometimes has audio ads on the show page that start spontaneously and very loudly; Chat client does not work with all browsers and versions; inability to pre-record and pre-schedule a show to start without having to call in and start the audio for it. Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Twitter: http://twitter.com/alexeum
Wed, August 30, 2017
SLS: Spreaker & BlogTalkRadio Merge
Spreaker Live Show #124 for Aug 30th, 2017 Show Duration: 54 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: -Spreaker Merges with BlogTalkRadio -Alex interviews Spreaker CEO and New Combined Company President -Spreaker’s New Homepage Experience -Podcast Movement 2017 Retrospective -Your comments On the show today: We discuss the announcement of Spreaker’s Merge with BlogTalkRadio.com -Is a merging of team strengths to improve each’s weaknesses Doubles the team give it a real office with staff in New York City Global team now from Seattle to NYC, Argentina, Italy… global company with some serious roots in the USA. The team is starting to operate as one team, but this process takes some time http://www.prweb.com/releases/2017/08/prweb14619728.htm Up next “Alex interviews Spreaker CEO and New Combined Company President” Alex setup interview Find New Podcasts with Ease with Spreaker’s New Home Page Experience -Simple “Explore” page makes finding new podcast shows clean and easy You now have a clear choice right up front “Create a Podcast” or Listen “Explore” Curated Lists of Shows and more Featured, Staff Picks, Genre’s that group shows http://blog.spreaker.com/2017/08/30/find-new-podcasts-ease-spreakers-new-home-page/ Clean layout with white space to breath Top Shows “Pass-Through” shows will now be available on Spreaker.com Podcast Movement 2017 Retrospective -Rob and Alex discuss the show experience Booth experiences Rob’s Panels Podcast Awards Hall of Fame Inductees Listener Comments: Tamara Ford (Shelf Addiction) Hey fellas, thanks for the updates on the Spreaker monetization. I'm still a little unclear on how it's calculated. Can you expand further on that? Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Email: rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Twitte
Wed, August 16, 2017
SLS: Podcast Movement & Spreaker Monetization Update
Spreaker Live Show #123 for Aug 16th, 2017 Show Duration: 55 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: -World’s Largest Podcasting Conference “Podcast Movement” is Next Week -How Full Control of Ad Injection is Revolutionizing Podcast Monetization -Your comments -Podcast Movement Event - http://PodcastMovement.com in August, will be in Anaheim, CA Aug 22-25 On the show today: We discuss Podcast Movement Conference coming up Next Week in Anaheim, CA http://PodcastMovement.com in August, will be in Anaheim, CA Aug 23-25 ANAHEIM MARRIOTT, 700 CONVENTION WAY, ANAHEIM Keynote Talks Podcast Movement features many amazing speakers, and each year the event is headlined by a number of keynote talks that take place on the main stage in front of the entire event! Whether it is an up and coming independent podcaster teaching you what they've learned, or a high profile podcasting star telling you what it takes to get to the next level, these keynote talks are entertaining and inspiring! Individual Breakout Session Most sessions at Podcast Movement are considered individual breakout sessions. Each session is a part of a specific track and skill level, with a focus on a specific subject that fits within that track category. For example, in 2015 Lea Thau of Strangers had an amazing session on storytelling, which would be considered a breakout session on the Content Creation Track. Networking Roundtables You asked for it, you got it! You wanted more small group opportunities to have open conversations with fellow attendees, and we've got just the thing. These roundtable discussions will be lead by industry experts and leaders, but it is up to you and the others at your tables to guide the conversation, and get the most out of the session! Panel Discussions One of the best things about Podcast Movement is the element of collaboration, and learning from others. For this reason, we have a dedicated panel room, which during every breakout time slot hosts 3-5 experts discussing a given topic. Usually there is a moderator that will guide that discussion, and also facilitate Q&A from audience members. Solutions Stages In 2017 we're excited to announce the debut of two solution stages, which will find their home in the amazing new Expo Hall. Sessions on these stages are considered very hands-on and interactive. These will be the sessions where you'll want to bring your questions and curiosity to, and our experts will have the answers! Extended Mastermind Session
Wed, August 09, 2017
SLS: Show Promotion & Podcast History
Spreaker Live Show #122 for Aug 9th, 2017 Show Duration: 55 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: -Show Promotion Strategies -2004: Podcasting is Born History -Court says patent troll didn’t invent podcasting! -Spreaker Update: We are working on a new “Explorer” page design on our website -Your comments -Podcast Movement Event - http://PodcastMovement.com in August, will be in Anaheim, CA Aug 22-26 On the show today: We discuss 2004: Podcasting is Born Stories -Many new people in podcasting have a big misunderstanding on how this medium started -Partially Correct: Adam Curry earned the nickname “Podfather” not by inventing podcasting, but by driving the digital-consumption model into the mainstream with his hit program Daily Source Code. -Correct: Adam helped create the first RSS based “Podcatcher” application that triggered the automatic download and transfer of a media file (mp3) to a portable media player like iPod. -Correct: Actual credit for the invention of the podcasting open syndication concept/model goes to Dave Winer. Software developer Winer helped create Really Simple Syndication (RSS) — a basic web like text document/feed simplifying the process of subscribing to websites and other online media. He used RSS to deliver his audio program. -Incorrect: Apple created the Podcasting Medium -Correct: Apple added Podcasts to iTunes June, 2005, almost a year after podcasting started in Aug/Sept 2004. -Rob Greenlee’s Interview with Adam Curry in 2005 - http://web.archive.org/web/20130729211722id_/http://itc.conversationsnetwork.org/shows/detail581.html We discuss “Court says patent troll didn’t invent podcasting?” -A patent holder that went after podcasters in 2013 has lost its appeal before the Federal Circuit. In 2015, the Electronic Frontier Foundation successfully petitioned the US Patent and Trademark Office to invalidate parts of Personal Audio, LLC’s patent, arguing that they were not the first to invent a “system for disseminating media content representing episodes in a serialized sequence.” -For example, in 2011, a jury awarded Personal Audio $8 million from Apple over a patent on downloadable playlists. But the podcasting patent itself became particularly notorious after Personal Audio sued comedian and radio show host Adam Carolla over his podcast The Adam Carolla Show in 2013. “How could a patent issued in 2012 cover podcasting, a technology that's been around since 2001?” asked
Wed, August 02, 2017
SLS: Podcast Diversity and Discovery Issues?
Spreaker Live Show #121 for Aug 2nd, 2017 Show Duration: 52 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com Show Today: -Does Podcasting have Diversity and Discovery Issues? -What Changes are Coming and Needed in Radio Now? -Report from the http://TheConclave.com Radio Conference in Minneapolis, MN last week - -Last minute planning for http://PodcastMovement.com in August, will be in Anaheim, CA Aug 22-26 -I am excited about our new square cover art of the show, I like to refresh that every so often -Spreaker’s *WordPress plugin*: released version 1.4.1. No changes, just a version bump after testing it with the new WP major version (4.8). https://wordpress.org/plugins/spreaker-shortcode/ On the show today: We discuss “Does Podcasting have a Discovery Issue?” https://blog.audioboom.com/lack-of-diversity-in-podcast-market-stems-from-issue-of-discoverability-according-to-audioboom-d5421b92f096 YouGov, reveals that 76% of minority Americans listen to podcasts less than once a week, with 60% not listening at all. Findings show that 3 in 4 minority Americans listen to podcasts less than once a week, partly due to not knowing where to find them, as well as being unaware of podcasts that cover the diverse topics they’re interested in. In order to address this discrepancy and make podcasts more appealing to the masses, there’s a need to create more diverse content, identify and nurture undiscovered minority podcast talent, bring more niche shows to the top of the charts, and make podcasts more convenient for on-the-go listeners. Create more diverse content: Among minority Americans who think podcasts could become more mainstream to a diverse audience, almost half (46%) believe that creating more content around topics that appeal to diverse audiences would help. Content creators need to remember that the term “minorities” doesn’t just refer to race — it also encompasses interests and lifestyles. This also includes working with different content producers and up-and-coming hosts that will inevitably bring a different perspective for an entirely new segment of listeners. Discover undiscovered podcast talent: According to the report, among US minorities who believe that podcasts can be made more mainstream to a diverse audience, 31% think that finding undiscovered podcast talen
Wed, July 19, 2017
SLS: Is Podcasting Growing Up?
Spreaker Live Show #120 for July 19th, 2017 Show Today: -Is Podcasting Growing Up? -Will Better Tracking of Downloads from Apple Help Make Podcasting Better? -Scheduling Guests for your Podcast -IAB Version 2.0 Podcast Measurement Guidelines Released -Your comments Show Duration: 31 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com On the show today: -Will be at http://TheConclave.com Radio Conference in Minneapolis, MN, Tue-Thurs July 25-28 - http://PodcastMovement.com in August, will be in Anaheim, CA Aug 22-26 Scheduling Guests for your Podcast - http://Meetme.so - http://Calendly.com -Spotify Accepts Podcast Submissions, should you expect to get in though? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKJ76t_tPV2jugdX14NeajSfp7EV0hcgjVki1GEGuoeyJvDw/viewform?c=0&w=1 -Accepting less than 10% of submissions, so don’t count on or expect to get into Spotify Spotify is focused on creating curated playlists for users, thus main reason they are very picky on shows they add. On the show today: We discuss “Is Podcasting Growing Up?” -Podcasting is growing up: According to the Interactive Advertising Bureau, podcast industry ad revenue will reach $220 million in 2017, up 85 percent from 2016’s $119 million. And, after years of offering only an opaque “downloads” number, Apple is getting ready to give podcast creators more data about their listeners. -IAB Version 2.0 Podcast Measurement Guidelines Released - https://www.iab.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Podcast-Measurementv2.0.pdf We discuss “Will Better Tracking of Downloads from Apple Help Make Podcasting Better?” -Some will want to optimize for the metrics when creating shows, some will not -Will having more specificity about podcast numbers attract more advertisers and benefit the creators of shows that have passionate audiences? -Not so sure we have a big issue with it now as most advertisers are fine with downloads as a metric. -This change will give a little bit more data on duration and activity around already downloaded files, but will still not give us a “COMPLETE” data on this as many podcatchers enabling downloads are not being tracked by Apple. -This so called “black
Wed, July 12, 2017
SLS: How To Start A Podcast, SoundCloud Concerns
Spreaker Live Show #119 for July 12th, 2017 Show Today: How to Start a Podcast - What you need and Think about Spreaker Studio of Desktop Update Your comments Show Duration: 62 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com On the show today: -Will be at http://TheConclave.com Radio Conference in Minneapolis, MN July 25-28 -Just booked my trip to http://PodcastMovement.com in August, will be in Anaheim, CA Aug 22-26 -SoundCloud is Cutting back and Could be a risk for podcasters -How to Start a Podcast - What you need and Think about -Spreaker Studio of Desktop Update -Your comments We discuss “Show Guest Interviews or Co-Hosts: What Format is Best?” On the show today: We discuss “How to Start a Podcast - What you need and Think about” Goals of what you want to accomplish or reason for doing a show Think about what topic it might be and can you sustain creating weekly episodes for years? Show format: Solo, Interviews, Co-host? Use of Outlines and formating flow of the show Live or Recorded - Duration and Frequency - Regular prep, recording day of week, editing Creating marketing and creative art for cover art, website, series descriptions Then research for recording equipment based on your show needs (Start cheap but good) Recommended microphone ATR-2100 - $80 Supports XLR and USB connections Recommend the FREE Spreaker Studio for Desktop or Mobile apps to record or live stream Get a specialized Podcasting Host Provider - We prefer you use Spreaker, but many options exist like Libsyn, Blubrry using PowerPress for WordPress They deciding on Post Production editing or not - Free Compression software Microphone technique is important and room sound buffering Encoding playback rate 96K at 44.1 frequency in .mp3 mono is ideal, you can go 128K Spotify Accepts Podcast Submissions, should you expect to get in though? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfKJ76t_tPV2jugdX14NeajSfp7EV0hcgjVki1GEGuoeyJvDw/viewform?c=0&w=1 Accepting less than 10% of submissions, so don’t count on or expect to get into Spotify Spotify is focused on creating curated playlists for users, thus main reason they are very picky on shows they add Spreaker Studio of Desktop Update we did in mid-June Add Tags, Log in via Google, and Set Spreaker Studio's Size Want searchable, findable episodes? Y
Bonus · Sun, July 09, 2017
NMS: Podcasting News Update
Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee
Wed, July 05, 2017
SLS: Guests vs. Co-Host Formats
Spreaker Live Show #118 for July 5th, 2017 Show Today: -What Show Format is Best? Guest Interviews or Co-Hosts -Spotify Accepts Podcast Submissions, should you expect to get in though? -Your comments Show Duration: 58 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker We stream LIVE every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com On the show today: -Will be at http://TheConclave.com Radio Conference in Minneapolis, MN July 25-28 -Just booked my trip to http://PodcastMovement.com in August, will be in Anaheim, CA Aug 22-26 -Spreaker will have an exhibit booth and a total of 5 team members at the event -Rob is getting Inducted into the Podcasters Hall of Fame at the event - http://academyofpodcasters.com/announcing-the-2017-hall-of-fame-class/ -Moderating State of Podcasting 2017 - http://podcastmovement.com/speakers/#!programmation =artist$rob-greenlee/437 -Moderating Geo-Local Podcasts - http://podcastmovement.com/speakers/#!programmation =event$geo-local-podcasting/117 -What Show Format is Best? Guest Interviews or Co-Hosts -Spotify Accepts Podcast Submissions, should you expect to get in though? -Your comments We discuss “Show Guest Interviews or Co-Hosts: What Format is Best?” Solo, co-host, or guest? There are a few different podcast formats you could try: - Only you: You’re the host, the one host, and the only host. - This can work but you must have a talent for connecting with listeners, rare talent - You + one other standing host: You co-host with same partner for every episode. - This can work well, is a matter of chemistry between the two, but is a gamble - You will find with good and regular co-host you can build a solid/loyal audience - You + guest: You interview with a new guest on each episode. - You could also have a standing co-host + guest, but complicated - This format brings new perspectives, opinions, stories, voices, and talent to every episode. Your guests will share their episodes with their audiences, too, serving as advocates that will help you grow your listener base. Spotify Accepts Podcast Submissions, should you expect to get in though? -Accepting less than 10% of submissions, so don’t count on or expect to get into Spotify -Spotify is focused on creating curated playlists for users, thus main reason they are very picky o
Wed, June 28, 2017
SLS: Getting Ready for Followers & Advertisers
Spreaker Live Show #117 for June 28th, 2017 Show Today: -How To Be Ready and When You Are Ready for Advertising -Spreaker Announces “Follower Tracking in CMS Tools” -Your comments and questions Show Duration: 58 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker On the show today: -On the Spreaker Blog this week is an NEW article titled: “Podcast, and They Will Follow: Spreaker Introduces Follower Tracking!” at http://Blog.Spreaker.com -We’re thrilled to launch a new data point: follower tracking! -With that info, you can put together a very specific idea of what your typical listener is like. -Helps you refine your content with a target audience in mind, as that target will dictate the angle, language, and overall tone you’ll take on when approaching your podcast. -Statistics can let you know if your show and target line up and help you hone your show segments/topics further. -If you’re looking to actually earn money through your podcast, then detailed statistics will provide the crucial data you need to report to ad agencies or sponsors. -They’ll know exactly what types of products or messages to advertise during your podcast and the kind of reach to expect. -What can your followers tell you? -For one, you can trace spikes in followers back to actual episodes and marketing decisions. -Maybe that spike coincides with that amazing interview. Or perhaps it came right after that killer social media campaign. -Second, one could argue that your follower count is just as, if not more, important than your plays. -However – similarly to subscribing – someone who opts to follow you and your shows is committed. They want to find out more and plan on coming back. -It also shows you’ve kept up all your promises on your end as a phenomenal podcaster: keeping up with high-quality content, a consistent schedule, and engaging material. -Lastly, follower info helps you get to know your audience well – like really well. A Spreaker follower is an actual person with a profile you can look at. -So, whenever you see a sudden upshot in numbers, find out who else that follower follows and who follows them back, and discover a whole network of communities to tap into. -These new statistical gold nuggets can be found straight from Spreaker’s CMS, right in the Statistics section, though only if you have a Broadcaster plan or higher. -You’ll see your total amount of account followers on any given day and track their growth as time goes by. -Like what you see? Take a peep in your CMS to see the new development! -Want to add follower tracking to your dashboard? Upgrade now to the Broadcaster plan! <br /
Wed, June 21, 2017
SLS: RSS Feed Setup and Management
Spreaker Live Show #116 for June 21st, 2017 Show Today: -How to Setup and Manage Your Podcast RSS Feed -Will discuss New Apple RSS Feed Changes -Hide your play and download numbers Now! If you want! -Listener Comments Show Duration: 49 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker On the show today: We discuss “How to Setup Your Podcast RSS Feed” How to Manage RSS feed Cover Art Updates Series Description Updates Changing File Hosts and Redirects New Apple Namespace Tag Changes Coming Links: https://devstreaming-cdn.apple.com/videos/wwdc/2017/512u8r4crqanrp/512/512_apple_podcasts.pdf Link: http://podcasts.apple.com/resources/spec/ApplePodcastsSpecUpdatesiOS11.pdf -Episode Consumption WW - 10 Billion in 2016 33% Stream/On Demand and 66% Downloads in 2016 -> Stream Plays grew at same proportion as Downloads, Downloads are not declining on the Apple platform -400,000 Podcasts Now in Apple’s Directory world wide -14 Million Episodes Exist Today -Apple is in 155 countries with Podcasts Now -Big UX/UI Update to iOS App -Profile Settings “Privacy Settings” to “Hide Total Plays in User Profile, Show page and Episode player” -Then we chat about the last episode of the SLS “Listener Comments” Listener Comments: Linda Irwin I personally prefer internet radio with or without archives. When I think of the word "pod"cast, it makes me think of "Invasion Of The Body Snatchers". 😃 Internal Monarch Canvas is what I use to make most of my images Spreaker Live Show Linda, I am running Levelator on the latest version of Windows 10 right now and it works fine. http://conversationsnetwork.org/levelator Linda Irwin I found another place to down-load Levelator, but it is really old and did not work with Windows 10. 😞 Linda Irwin I guess they are no longer in business? Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: <a href="
Bonus · Sat, June 10, 2017
NMS: Apple Podcasts Announcements
New Media Show with Todd and Rob discuss the new Apple podcasts features. Read more about the big podcasts announcement in this pdf - https://devstreaming-cdn.apple.com/videos/wwdc/2017/512u8r4crqanrp/512/512_apple_podcasts.pdf
Wed, June 07, 2017
SLS: Podcaster Fears and Frustrations
Spreaker Live Show #115 for June 7th, 2017 Show Today: -New Podcaster Fears and Frustrations -What is a “podcast?” Am I one or Not on Spreaker? -Is content you only upload to YouTube a podcast? -Is there such a thing as a Live Podcast? -Seems over my head to understand how to podcast! -Listener Comments Show Duration: 58 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Spreaker Retreat in Bologna, Italy next week. No Spreaker Live Show next week I was on the “Onward Nation Podcast” this week “Episode 507: The strategy of being helpful, with me” http://onwardnation.com/rob-greenlee/ Play a 4 minute clip from the show - I explain my background and how I got started in radio/podcasting On the show today: We discuss the Most Common “New Podcaster Fears and Frustrations” Then we chat about last week’s “Listener Comments” Starting a podcast is not always easy, we at Spreaker make it as easy as possible, but even we present frustrations to the process because you must learn how to use the platform. I (Rob) spends a lot of time each week with new podcasters to help them get through these Frustrations and Fears. Every podcaster has some of these fears and frustrations.. I still have them after 13 years of podcasting. “Frustrations with learning all the tools and processes needed to start and operate successful podcast” “What is a “podcast?” Am I one or Not on Spreaker?” “Is content you only upload to YouTube and Do Live on Facebook a podcast?” “Is there such a thing as a Live Podcast?” “I hate it when my volume levels are all over the map in my show” “I am scared to setup an RSS Feed, is Intimidating” “I don’t like my voice and cannot listen to it, no one else will like either” “What is and How do I get quality cover art? “Scared about doing a podcast and no one listens or friends judge me” “How do I do mobile on the road recordings and the setup needed?” “People will hate my show” “Scared to learn all that needs to be learned to podcast” “What will my boss think if he learns I have a podcast?” “What microphone should I get?” “Who and How do I get my show into all the listening platforms?” “How do I get a Skype caller on my show?” Listener Comments: Tamara Ford Great show gentlemen. Alex, I totally agree with you about satellite radio, I'm surprised the services are still alive. I'd NEVER pay for it. I rarely listen to the radio. I stream podcasts on my phone using a few different apps, connected to my car via Bluetoo
Wed, May 31, 2017
SLS: Are Show Flaws and Mistakes Ok?
Spreaker Live Show #114 for May 31st, 2017 Show Today: -Are Flaws and Mistakes, Ok to leave in your show? -Podcast Suicide: 5 Errors to Avoid -Survey shows: Many podcast listeners are switching away from radio -Is something big happening to MP3 audio file format? -Is Radio Old and Boring? Is that fair and accurate about radio? -Listener Comments Show Duration: 62 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Are Flaws and Mistakes, is it Ok to leave in your show? Gail Nobles “Talk about flaws and mistakes. We are taught that we have to be perfect in recording. Some mistakes are not that noticeable. There are people that pay attention to every little thing so that they can make negative comments. Everyone may not like your show, but some people will.” -Yes, some flaws and mistakes are ok - little things like segment transition errors, ums and ahhs, audio silences, light backgrounds sounds are ok -Not ok, big variation in volume levels, painful to hear humming and audio quality and loud background sounds. -Audio recordings that don’t fit the content flow or topic that are part of the show Blog.Spreaker.com: Podcast Suicide: 5 Errors to Avoid 1) Refusing to recognize your target audience While keeping a broad appeal is good, not targeting a specific bracket is like shooting yourself in the foot. It’s like refusing to recognize that you’re speaking to actual listeners, not just to thin air. Start with the very basics: who is your model listener? 2)Not having a pre-launch marketing plan This is no time to be modest. At the very beginning, you have got to be your very own cheerleader – cos if you don’t cheer, who will? 3)Not bothering to submit to iTunes Maybe you just haven’t got round to it yet. Maybe you are trying an alternative podcatcher service. But there’s no denying that the first place where listeners seek out podcasts is iTunes so no submitting yours amounts to podcast suicide. 4)Messing up your RSS feed The magic touch of podcasting lies in the seamless way information syncs up, like a smooth dive into a pool. This is thanks to your RSS feed. Messing that up, well, it’s tantamount to a belly-flop: jarring and kinda cringe-worthy 5)Uploading your podcast directly onto your website It’s nice to keep everything in one place, but that’s no reason for uploading your podcast files onto the same server as your website. First of all, hosting your podcast on your site will be a strain on your bandwidth and therefore make your website really slow. Many podcast listeners are switching away from radio Radio marketing and research company Nuvoodoo offered new research on podcasting. Two recent surveys about podcast listenership. <
Wed, May 24, 2017
SLS: Podcasting Self-Confidence, Podcast Movement 2017
Spreaker Live Show #113 for May 24th, 2017 Show Today: -Self-Confidence in Podcasting -Being a Guest and Interviewing Guests with Andrew Allemann of http://PodcastGuests.com -Dan Franks, Co-Founder/Organizer of 2017 PodcastMovement.com here to give us an update on this coming summer conference and expo in Anaheim, CA during Aug 23 - 25th, 2017 -Listener Comments Show Duration: 57 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -Being a Guest and Interviewing Guests with Andrew Allemann of PodcastGuests.com -Dave’s Deep Breathing Audio Internal Monarch: I have a question Robert or Alex, where can I share the podcast too? SoundCloud, spreaker, but where else can I host it? Internal Monarch Needs more than bleach by now 🤣😂🤣😂 Spreaker Live Show Clean that with a light bleach spray Linda Irwin I use my Logitech C-510 web-cam. It has horrible video but the audio is the best of the ones I have tried. Linda Irwin Did Dave ever wash his pop screen sock? Importance of Self-Confidence in Podcasting Awareness of self: the ability to form an identity and then attach a value to it. In other words, you have the capacity to define who you are and then decide if you like that identity or not. The problem of self-esteem is this human capacity for judgment of self. It’s one thing to dislike certain colors, noises, shapes, or sensations. But when you reject parts of yourself, you greatly damage the psychological structures that literally keep you alive. Judging and rejecting yourself causes enormous pain. Learn the 3 key elements to increase compassion while boosting your self confidence. -Preparation + Understanding + Listening -Acceptance of your uniqueness and flaws decide to work with them to either accept them or improve -Forgiveness is be willing to accept and forgive your personal flaws and others flaws makes you a better host of a podcast Podcast Movement - Play Interview with Dan Franks, Co-Founder/Organizer of 2017 Podcast Movement Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee T
Wed, May 17, 2017
SLS: Getting in iTunes and more
Spreaker Live Show #112 for May 17th, 2017 You are the content this week. All your questions and your experiences. -Getting in iTunes and other Platforms is Discussed -What does Rob Greenlee REALLY do at Spreaker? -Where and What is that RSS feed that other platforms need -Does Auto Posting to Facebook Really Work… Honestly Show Duration: 62 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Listener Feedback from Episode 111: Linda Irwin - Awesome Insanity Surfer's track I tried i-Tunes but could not get my Apple I.D. to work even two weeks into being on the telephone with support. Rob said he could get it on there for me, but I cannot search to find if it ever made it. Dave Kanyan Play: Dave Breather mp3 Discuss If anyone is interested...and even if you're not, here is a link to my Episode #70 https://www.spreaker.com/user/8641051/70-my-response-to-spreaker-live-111 In this show I almost immediately read the letter that I sent in, that Rob and Alex read on air. I wanted people to have a chance to hear me read it in my voice and then hear my responses to their suggestions and tips. Play: Getting in iTunes - How Dave Does His Show Play: Technical Stuff Dave For the record I think that Alex and Rob do a great show providing valuable info and entertainment at the same time. Not easy to do. Rob comes prepared with years and years of valuable experience (with amazing detailed outlines) and knowledge regarding Spreaker (btw, he's the head of content) and then podcasting in general. Alex is also knowledgeable but is really filling the role of color commentator a bit more. Does Alex fly off the handle sometimes and maybe lose his place and train of thought? Yes! He has admitted as much. Do I disagree or not understand what he is talking about sometimes? Yes! Am I gonna stop listening? No! The content is too valuable and I think Alex is a good part of that. Rob and Alex have a yin and yang thing going. Besides I'm pretty sure I heard Alex back off his comments about David J. and all is good. I think Alex's comments are good for the show and podcasting in general. It keeps Spreaker LIVE honest. It would be boring if all Alex did was agree and be a yes man to everything. If Rob thinks that Alex goes across a line then I'm sure Rob would say something and maybe even reprimand him or something to that effect. Demerits might be something to consider. I think it's great that Dave wrote the letter that he did and we are now discussing it three episodes in succession. Spreaker LIVE #110-112. Rob had mentioned in a previous episode possi
Wed, May 10, 2017
SLS: State of Podcasting in 2017
Spreaker Live Show #111 for May 10th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - State of Podcasting in 2017 - Listener Feedback and Comments Show - Radio vs Podcasting Discussion Continues - Show Length/Duration Discussion Continues - My Trip to PodSummit in Calgary Discussed Show Duration: 66 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - At PodSummit.com in Calgary, Canada this Sat, May 6th, 2017 - Reflections on the Conference State of Podcasting in 2017 We are in a Content Era, but the Listener is the driver of this medium Awareness is building as well as Audience, but does it match with content to balance Supply & Demand Is the Audience Growing at an Equal Rate to New Content Monetization tools are strong and getting better everyday Google Android Mobile Platform Consumption is still lagging far behind iOS Smart Speakers are getting better fast and adoption is wide (age, gender, race) and growing fast Smart Speaker tech enablement is still very weak and early in its development Discovery is NOT much of an issue as awareness as generational shift to on demand audio happens This medium is a Global, National Medium today, but local is coming fast as radio adopts podcasting more Word of Mouth sharing and mixed media is still the core driver of listenership Listener Feedback from Episode 110: Gail Nobles Let radio stay the same and more power to podcasting. It will keep on growing and keep on going. Keep going and going like the energizer bunny. 😀 Linda Irwin We have a Facebook page and two Twitter accounts as well as two web sites and a SoundCloud account dedicated to the audio. Creating videos for the shows and on Wenoo at the moment until we get the new video sharing platform and streaming live video platforms built. We get the least amount of listens on YouTube (Shifting Podcasting) compared to SoundCloud, Spreaker, Facebook and Twitter. But then we are totally entertainment, not topic or interview based. 😄 We started out at 30 minutes and our listeners said they wanted them shorter, so we have been roughly 20 minutes since except for specials which can go up to 40 minutes David Jackson, School of Podcasting Alex, I know you don't like longer shows, but you need to deal with the fact that some people do. When Rob brought up the Rob Walch data that podcasts with over 100K downloads are at least 51 minutes, you STILL were like, "But nobody listens to the whole thing." Yet the Edison research shows they DO listen to the whole thing. I get that short shows are the ones YOU like, but that is your opinion, and you come across like your opinion is that of the podcast community (in my opinion) and y
Wed, May 03, 2017
SLS: Radio vs.Podcasting and NABShow
Spreaker Live Show #110 for May 3rd, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - Podcasting vs. Radio, what are the differences - Is there an ideal length of a podcast - Tip of the Week: 3 Simple Ways Podcasters Can Reach Listeners and Get Them Engaged - Your Feedback and Comments Show Duration: 57 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - At PodSummit.com in Calgary, Canada this Sat, May 6th, 2017 Podcasting vs. Radio, what are the differences? - Format: Podcasts: Longer with fewer breaks & Radio short segments of long programs - Podcasts have fewer commercials ideally - Real Beginning and End - Less vocal extremes in presentation - National and Global Focus, Radio is mostly local with some exceptions - Is there an ideal length of a podcast? - We have discussed this topic in the past on this show, but has come up after NAB panel - “Myth” isn’t that shorter-length podcasts are more popular than long-form ones. - Is it true that shorter, is more appealing than longer to more people? - Appeal = potential usage, not simply historical and habitual usage. - Casual listeners may want shorter and passion fans want longer - Length topic distracts from deeper issue, which is quality. - While it’s true that any listener can stop listening whenever she wants, if you see a time-code for the show and it’s long, you may believe a little bit of listening is worse than none at all. - Some other research shows longer shows as an obstacle for new listeners. Really is a misinterpretation of the research data. Tip of the Week: 3 Simple Ways Podcasters Can Reach Listeners and Get Them Engaged 1. Distributing your podcast The heart of your podcast distribution lies in one, perhaps unassuming, link: your RSS feed. By submitting your RSS feed link to the variety of podcast networks and podcatchers out there, like iTunes or Stitcher, you’ll be adding your podcast to some of the most popular app catalogs out there. That’s actually where a lot of listeners look for podcasts to browse through, sample and subscribe. Spreaker provides an RSS feed link for every account, podcast, and episode you create, and to find out how to obtain and submit them to iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play Music (which heard podcast are moving to YouTube), TuneIn and more, take a look here. Once you’ve set things up, every time you publish something new on your spreaker podcast page, it will also get automatically published to those directories. Similarly, you can set your podcast to export to SoundCloud and YouTube, as well as become a part of iHeartRadio’s and SONOS’ networks. To get your episodes exported automatically to SoundCloud and YouTube, go to your settings in the CMS. From
Wed, April 19, 2017
SLS: New Edison Podcast Research
Spreaker Live Show #109 for April 19th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - New Edison Podcast Research Released - Tip of the Week: Smart Speaker Ownership Trends - Your Feedback and Comments Show Duration: 61 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -NAB Show (National Association of Broadcasters) in Las Vegas - April 23-27th -3 Panel sessions at the event about Podcasting If attending go here: http://nab17.mapyourshow.com/7_0/sessions/speaker-details.cfm?speakerid=11328&CFID=10905211&CFTOKEN=6354487e9be405e6-798EBB82-C583-AC36-DF7F5F1088B66184 No SLS Show next Weds - At PodSummit.com in Calgary, Canada on May 6th, 2017 - New Edison Podcast Consumer Research 2017 Released this week: Edison Research announced its Podcast Consumer 2017 study recently, revealing survey information from Edison’s two large, long-running studies of American listening, The Infinite Dial and Share of Ear. Edison VP Podcast listener attributes were revealed today, including income, education, and employment data. Podcast listeners over-index in all three of those categories: 31% of podcast listeners earn $100k or more, compared to 22% of non-listeners. Podcast listeners under-index for respondents without a college degree, and rank above the U.S. 18+ population for college degrees and some grad school or advanced degree. 63% of podcast listeners are employed full-time, compared to 495 of the general population. On the income disparity between podcast users and non-users, the gap is narrowing as more and more mainstream Americans discover the medium.” Respondents who have listened to a podcast in the past week reached 15%, an estimated 42 million. Among those weekly listeners, average time spent listening to podcasts was between 1 and 3 hours for 36%. For 22%, the average time was between 3 and 5 hours. Those weekly listeners were keeping up with an average of five podcasts in the past seven days. The average time spent with the format for weekly podcast listeners is 5 hours, 7 minutes. That crunches out to about an hour per show. Discovery in podcasting is difficult? Discovery is a ‘pull’ to get people to listen to a podcast. Let’s not forget the ‘push.’ When you look at the success of public radio in podcasting, the cross-promotion [from terrestrial radio marketing] is important. The only way to make it big in podcasting, is not just to rely on Pull, but to use an outside agency to become known.” One of the most intriguing slides tracked how long different types of listeners have been tun
Wed, April 12, 2017
SLS: Reasons To Start A Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #107 for April 12th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - Reasons To Start A Podcast - NAB Show in Las Vegas April 23-27 - Tip of the Week: Have Advertisers Found a Secret Weapon, called Podcasts? Show Duration: 47 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker -NAB Show (National Association of Broadcasters) in Las Vegas - April 23-27th -3 Panel sessions at the event about Podcasting -The main session is with Rob Walch, Libsyn, Todd Cochrane, Blubrry, Rob McCracken, EW Scripps -Lead off for the broadcaster radio track - http://nab17.mapyourshow.com/7_0/sessions/speaker-details.cfm?speakerid=11328 Reasons To Start A Podcast: -Audio content is convenient for the listener: Audio can be consumed anywhere and anytime. Listen to podcasts while cleaning their house, driving in their car, jogging, or exercising at the gym. Audio content is portable and convenient. -Great Medium To Build an Audience: As podcast grows in popularity, the size of your audience increases. Not everyone who listens to your show will come back for more, but the ones who like your style and your content will become loyal listeners. They will recommend your show to others. Easy to reach millions on iTunes or Stitcher and find your show by searching for specific topics on those platforms. -Cost to get started is Low: If you wanted to start podcast 10 years ago, you would have likely had to spend several thousand dollars on equipment just to get started. Fortunately, this is no longer the case. -To increase the size and value of your personal network: Every person who becomes a listener and who you invite to be a guest on your show can potentially become a valuable contact for life. Some of them have become very close friends, and in many cases we have worked together on certain projects or simply shared ideas to help each other succeed. -You can make money from your show: A podcast doesn’t have to be a hobby, but it can be. There are a few ways you can monetize your podcast. If your download numbers are high enough, you can charge sponsors to be mentioned on your show. You can also use your show to promote your own products or services (books, courses, or consulting, for example). Another option is to include a recommended resources section on your show’s main website, and include affiliate links in each of the recommendations. This way, when someone clicks on a recommended resources and decides to buy, your earn a commission from the sale. -To position yourself as an authority in your industry Sharing helpful advice on a specific topic on a consistent basis help
Wed, April 05, 2017
SLS: How Important is Apple, Google To Your Podcast?
Spreaker Live Show #107 for April 5th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - How Important is Apple, Google To Your Podcast? - Expanding Your Show Distribution via Next Generation of Search - Tip of the Week: How to Find and Book Guests for your Show? Show Duration: 50 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker - How Important is Apple, Google To Your Podcast? 60-65% of all Podcast Downloads/Listens happen through iOS devices. - Google Play is growing in importance, but Google Search is far more important. -Now that you have an RSS feed for your show then how do you take advantage of podcasting distribution to places like iTunes, iOS Podcasts App, Google Play Podcasts, Stitcher, TuneIn and many other podcatcher listening apps like Overcast and many others that use the Apple iTunes Podcast Catalog of 350,000 podcast feeds. - iTunes/Podcasts App – If you only submit to one directory, this is the one. iTunes desktop and the Podcasts App for iOS is the number one place people find and listen to podcasts. Once again, cause it’s so important, by being listed in iTunes, your podcast will also be available in many of the other most popular directories and apps including Pocketcasts, Overcast, Podcast Addict, Downcast, iCatcher and many more. These various directories all use the iTunes API to access the library of podcasts listed on iTunes. -To submit to Stitcher, go to http://partners.stitcher.com , create an account and get your show listed. -To submit your podcast to the Google Play Music store, make sure your correct email (one that you have access to) is in your RSS feed then go to: http://g.co/podcastportal to submit your podcast. Visit the Google podcast support page for details about submitting your podcast. -TuneIn – A blend of terrestrial radio, music and podcasts, TuneIn Radio provides users with a wealth of audio content. Submitting here will also make your podcast available on the Amazon Echo. - To submit to TuneIn, you’ll need to email the following details to: broadcaster-support@tunein.com -Title (Required), Name of Host, Location, Logo – In png or jpg format at 1200×1200 in size, Banner – In png or jpg format at 1024 X 300 in size, XML/RSS Feed URL (required), Website address, Genre, Email, Twitter. -After submitting to these four primary directories, your show will appear in over 20 directories. -Expanding Your Show Distribution via Next Generation of Search - Alexa, Google Home, Cortana Skills is the same as Apps in iOS/Android -Voice search is growing in importance -Fast way into Alexa is TuneIn<br /
Wed, March 29, 2017
SLS106: Podcast RSS Feeds, Why Should You Care?
Spreaker Live Show #106 for March 29th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - All about Podcast RSS feeds - Update on Coming Podcasting Conferences -Tip of The Week: What is the takeaway from #TryPod Month Show Duration: 44 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker All about Podcast RSS feeds What is a podcast rss feed and why do you need one Is a specially formatted URL linked XML text file that is kept updated by your publishing platform with the latest episodes and is the foundation of being a “Podcast”. If you don’t have an RSS feed for your show then you don’t have the ability to take advantage of podcasting distribution to places like iTunes, iOS Podcasts App, Stitcher, TuneIn and many other podcatcher listening apps like Overcast and many others that use the Apple iTunes Podcast Catalog of 350,000 podcast feeds. Spreaker does not require you to use an RSS feed to build your audience, because we have millions of potential listeners using Spreaker apps, web players and website to listen to shows, but I recommend that you try to grow your potential audience by submitting to all the other listening platforms. Why you may NOT want to host your own podcast RSS feed Website Impacts, if hosting RSS on same server and When your podcast RSS feed is on the same server as your website, you risk hindering your podcast downloads when your website has problems. If you're featured somewhere and 1,000 people try to load your site at the same time, it could crash your website and bring your RSS feed with it. 2. Bandwidth Draw of Podcasting RSS Feeds RSS feeds require lot’s of bandwidth to server for popular shows. This is oftentimes a surprise to most and thus it is wise to impose your own limit that the feed be below 512 KB, which is typically around 100 to 200 episodes depending on how long your show descriptions are. Many apps download that feed file every time their app checks for new episodes. Now, consider the bandwidth needs to serve even a 512 KB file (1/2 of a megabyte). Whenever a podcast app checks for a new episode, it downloads that entire RSS feed in a single file. If you have 1,000 subscribers, that could be 500 megabytes (MB) of bandwidth for them all to check your feed. But most podcast apps will check for new episodes multiple times per day—as often as once per hour as a background task. You are talking large numbers of GB to just serve the RSS feed for even a moderately popular show. If your feed was bigger, or you had more subscribers you better be on a podcast hosting platform that knows how to manage that much demand. 3. Feed Invalidness Risks and Volatility around Self-Hosting RSS feeds Is the most-comm
Wed, March 22, 2017
SLS105: Podcast Discovery and Ad Insertion
Spreaker Live Show #105 for March 22nd, 2017 Our Topics This Week: -What is Dynamic Ad Insertion and Why You Should Care -Is Podcast Discovery an Issue -Tip of The Week: Interesting Low cost 2 Microphone Mobile Device Setup Show Duration: 44 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker What is Dynamic Ad Insertion and Why You Should Care? You put an audio ad in and it stays there for a certain amount of time and it comes out when it’s reached a certain amount of impressions or downloads But one must be hyper-cautious of annoying his audience with bad ads and too many ads with this technology. The tech is not so much the issue, but how it is used. Ideally all ads in podcasts should be read by the podcast host, an approach that can work with dynamic ad insertion. One needs to be really careful to make sure the listener experience isn’t degraded at all from this ad delivery method. One must be mindful of where the ad break is placed inside or at the beginning of content. One also needs to be mindful that using music fades around dynamic ads must be thought through. Some may run dynamic ad insertion with more traditional radio ad type spots with the big brand advertisers. Dynamic ad insertion, if done correctly would not disrupt the long standing host reads experience listeners to podcasts have become accustomed to. No listener would know we’re using ad insertion to deliver an host read or regular old 15 or 30 sec radio spot, because it sounds the same as our other ads they are used to hearing. Dynamic Ad Insertion is rapidly becoming the de facto way of doing business in the Podcasting space. Reality is that there will be a flood of inventory in the space and the CPM rates will likely plummet unless we see more ad targeting in podcasting as a buffer to keep CPM’s up. Dynamic Ad Insertion and Programmatic type ad marketplaces and buying brings risk of commoditization of ad impressions in downloads. Forward-looking podcasters will figure out what their premium content offering products will be to offset these drops in CPM or ad revenue. Podcasters need to diversify. Combining audio with video and click-through ads is part of the solution, but some will be able to sell subscriptions, live performance tickets and other products that add value to their listeners. This show can be heard in: SLS show Apps on iOS and Android, Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review. Tip of the Week: Movo Executive Lavalier Clip-on Interview Microphone with Secondary Mic & Headphone Monitoring Input Device for Apple iPhone, iPad, Samsung, Android Smartphones/Tablets -
Wed, March 15, 2017
SLS104: Minimum Viable Podcast and Podcasting Research
Spreaker Live Show #104 for March 15th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - Infinite Dial 2017 - Edison Podcasting Research Findings - What is a Minimum Viable Podcast with guest Forbes Writer Sarah Werner Show Duration: 71 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Infinite Dial 2017 - Edison Podcasting Research https://www.slideshare.net/webby2001/the-infinite-dial-2017 - Name Awareness of “Podcasting” 60% (168M) of USA 12+, up from 55% - Podcast Listening 40% (112M) of 12+ of USA, up from 36% - Monthly Podcast Listening 24% (67M) of 12+ of USA, up from 21% - Age - Monthly Podcast Listening -12-24 27% in 16’ & 17” -25-54 24% in 16’ 31% in 17’ -55+ 11% ‘16, 12% in 17’ Men 24% in 16’, 27% in 17’ Women 18% in 16’, 21% in 17’ -Weekly Podcast Listening 10% in 15’, 13% in 16’, 15% in 17’ -Number of Episodes Listened to in Last Week: One=16%, Two=24%, Three=19%, Four to Five= 20%, Six to Ten=13%, Eleven or More=8% -Device Most Used to Listen: 2017= 33% Computer, 65% Smartphone & Tablets (1% shift from 2016) -Listening Locations: At Home = 80%, In Car/Truck=47%, At Work=29%, Walking Around=28%, Gym=20%, Public Trans=19% -Listened Location Most Often: At Home=52%, In Car/Truck=18%, At Work=12% -Listening Duration Completed: Most=45%, Entire=40%, Half=10%, Just Beginning=5% -Click to Listen Immediately= 77%, Download to Listen Later=41%, Subscribe Download=27% -% of All Podcast Downloaded and Listened To: 76%-100%=52%, 51%-75%=15%, 26%-50%=20%, 1%-25%=13% -Average of 6 podcasts Subscribed To -Podcasts Used in Car 19% See http://Blog.Spreaker.com to read the Q&A article featuring our show guest interview with Forbes Writer and Podcaster, Sarah Werner, We talk about the “Minimum Viable Podcast” or MVP on how to quickly get started podcasting. - http://blog.spreaker.com/2017/03/09/podcasting-writing-perfect-match/ - Sarah Werner Links: - Forbes Articles - http://www.sarahwerner.com/writing/forbes/ - https://twitter.com/SarahRheaWerner - https://twitter.com/writenowpodcast - http://www.sarahwerner.com - Write Now Podcast: http://www.sarahwerner.com/write-now-podcas
Wed, March 08, 2017
SLS103: Content Marketing with Podcasting
Spreaker Live Show #103 for March 8th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - Spreaker at Podfest and Proclaim 17 in Orlando - Content Marketing with a Podcast - Adding Sleep Timer - Playback Speed Settings - Less Alerts an option now - Listener Comments Discussed Show Duration: 49 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Last week, Spreaker and I was in Orlando, Florida to Podfest Multimedia Expo (Podfest.us) and National Religious Broadcaster’s Conference and Expo (NRBConference.org). Spreaker Adds Sleep Timer, Playback Speed Settings to Spreaker Podcast Radio Apps on Android and iOS. Great podcasts are easy to love, so why not make them easy to listen to? We know you’re fitting in your listening-time anywhere you can—like on the way to the movies or as you’re getting ready to go bed—so we’ve added a few extras to Spreaker Podcast Radio for both iOS and Android to facilitate things: introducing new playback settings! Now, a new sleep timer and playback speed settings will help you manipulate those limits. - Set it, then forget it - Sleep Timer addition Listening to a podcast as you fall asleep is a totally underrated experience. It’s your end-of-day entertainment that leaves things on a positive note, and a perfect way to trigger your ASMR thanks to soothing podcaster voices (ASMR = autonomous sensory meridian response; aka that tingly feeling you get on your scalp and down your neck). However, there is one tiny setback to it all—actually falling asleep and leaving your device to completely run out of battery before your alarm goes off. The new sleep timer will help save you there! The timer will turn off your episode after the specified amount of time you set it to. For example, if you know you’ll fall asleep in about five minutes, set the timer to turn off your episode automatically with the “+5min” option. - Here’s how to set the timer: In the episode view, under the seek bar, tap on OPTIONS (that’s on iOS, on Android you can tap on the settings icon at the top right). You’ll find yourself in the Playback Settings. To start the timer, tap on any of the available time frames, +5min, +15min, or +30min. To add more time, you can keep tapping any of those options until you get to your ideal amount (so +5min twice to get to 10 minutes). The timer will immediately start counting down. - Speed it up or slow it down - New Playback Speed Settings Podcasts lengths and the time you have available to listen in aren’t always so compatible. For example, getting to the movie theater takes about 20 minutes, but the episode at hand is about 25 minutes. However, you don’t have to leave those extra 5 minutes dangling! Use the playback speed settings to tweak any podcast’s length for
Wed, February 15, 2017
SLS102: Public Show Statistics Added Back
Spreaker Live Show #102 for Feb 15th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - Spreaker Public Show Statistics Is Back By Popular Demand - Show Statistics is now in Spreaker CMS - Spreaker Live Show Stats Discussed - Does Your Podcast Need An App? - Listener Comments Discussed Show Duration: 49 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Do You Need Your Own Podcast App on iOS and Android? We will discuss that later in the episode, but let’s get to the “MAIN EVENT”! Last week Spreaker made some big changes to its Statistics area for shows on Spreaker. 1) Added it to the new CMS area 2) Making Public Play and Download Counts Private and unavailable to see on show and episode pages, even user profile pages -We have Now rolled back and made Live again the Public Stats. -What remains is: Stats in Private CMS area will be improving around individual show series stats -What changes are coming: Option to turn off public viewable stats for shows on Spreaker -What was learned: To make changes of this scale on a slower and incremental path, think on/off options. Removing features is a serious move for many and needs to be eased into. -Big take away: We learned so much from all of you, keep the feedback/concerns coming This show can be heard in: SLS show Apps on iOS and Android, Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review. - Reach me at rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Alex how can listeners reach you? - Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com Podcasting Tip of the Week is back: "Do You Need Your Own Podcast App on iOS and Android?" -Yes, if you want to build your connection with your most loyal and regular listeners of your show. -Very convenient to listen to your show if the app is on your phone home screen -Gives very quick access to any LIVE episodes using Spreaker’s Custom Show apps on iOS Android Spreaker Live Show Stats: Overall Listens: Mobile: 67.44 %: Desktop: 22.26 % Tablet: 6.41 % Other: 3.90 % Desktop: Windows - 68.20%, Mac OS - 30.65%, Chrome OS - 0.92%, Linux - 0.23% Mobile/Tablet: iOS - 53.82%, Android - 45.83%, Windows - 0.21%, BlackBerry - 0.07%, Symbian OS Series 60 - 0.07% Spreaker Live Show App on iOS gets 6% of its Listens Spreaker Live Show App on Android gets 4% of it’s Listens Spreaker Website (15%) and Spreaker Podcast Radio App on Android (21%) get largest share of Listeners Male 25-34 = 25%, 35-44 = 15%, 45-54 = 24% Female 35-44 = 18%, 45-54 = 6% USA - 69%, UK - 5.4%, Canada - 2.86 Listener Comments from SLS101: New Stats Deb
Wed, February 08, 2017
SLS101: Show Statistics Updated on Spreaker
Spreaker Live Show #101 for Feb 8th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - Spreaker Updates Show Statistics that Rattles a Few - We clarify on the mysterious disappearing play and download counts! - No one lost any plays or downloads - Do Podcasters Really Need a Website? - Listener Comments Discussed Show Duration: 50 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Our Tip of the Week is back: Do You Really need a Website for your Podcast? We will discuss that later in the episode, but let’s get to the “MAIN EVENT”! This week Spreaker added a big new feature in our CMS area “New Statistics and We Removed Play and Download counts from public show, user profile and episode pages” - This change has drawn concerns from many, this change was recommended by me to the Spreaker team a year ago. - Why this change? - I believe and my experience is that most show creators don’t really want everyone to know these numbers. Most very professional pro podcaster only share numbers with advertisers. - Listeners seeing these numbers can lead people to only listen to your most popular episodes, the sheep syndrome. - Brings more focus on comment interactivity and followers - Your show will be judged less based on audience size and more on its content quality - Plays and Downloads counts have been gone from Spreaker Listening Apps for months - No one lost any plays or downloads with this update, may seem like it but - This is because before we aggregated plays + downloads in the same `Plays` and now we separate them, so the sum of `Total All time plays` and `Total Downloads` in the CMS should be the number they had before. Spreaker has a Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com We explain this BIG CMS Update: The Numbers Game: New Statistics added to Spreaker’s CMS This show can be heard in: SLS show Apps on iOS and Android, Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review. Reach me at rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Alex how can listeners reach you? Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com Podcasting Tip of the Week is back: Do You Really need a Website for your Podcast? -Simply said, YES. It may not seem like it, but you do for so many reasons -It is also true that Spreaker provides a website for your show at Spreaker.com -SLS has a redirect SpreakerLiveShow.com to it’s Spreaker show page -Truth is that your website will not be the primary place people use to listen to your show, but is a marketing tool to help with listener recruitment, loyalty building and
Wed, February 01, 2017
SLS100: Celebrating #100 with Spreaker CEO
Spreaker Live Show #100 for Feb 1st, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - We Celebrate Episode #100 - We talk with Spreaker CEO about Compelling Platform Improvements Coming in 2017 - What is the Hardest Thing to Teach About Podcasting - Listener Comment Discussed Show Duration: 45 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Spreaker has a Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com -Article: What’s the Hardest Thing to Teach about Podcasting? An Interview With Colin Gray of Podcast Host -Colin is a Podcasting Trainer/Coach and he shares in the article “The Hardest Thing to Teach is How to create great Content. His NEW clients spend 50 minutes talking about microphones and mixers, and only 10 minutes talking about the content of their show. We all know content is the most important aspect, and yet it’s still the most neglected component when we think about planning. Even when we can get clients thinking about content, they tend to skip right to the topics that interest them, rather than thinking ‘audience first’. Listener Comments from SLS99: Linda Irwin Web console for Spreaker . . . can it be made like app in that you can have a second microphone channel using V.B. cables so that you can bring someone in from Skype separate from you on your microphone through Skype? I normally use the desktop app, but will need to use the web console at some point in a month or so. My discussion with Spreaker CEO Francesco Baschieri: -We chat about the new Spreaker Shared Revenue Monetization tools we just launched. -We discuss the goals with these new revenue sharing tools to help all levels of podcasters to get the some revenue from a show, not just for the big shows -Where ads come from and ultimately giving show hosts more control -What does the future hold.. mid-roll and dynamic insertion into downloads -We also get current on the progress of the new CMS system Spreaker is building? -Migration of setting controls.. what should we expect? Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Twitter: <a href="http://twitter.com/alexeum"
Wed, January 25, 2017
SLS99: How To Avoid Running Out of Show Topics
Spreaker Live Show #99 for Jan 25th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - How To Avoid Running Out of Show Topics - What is a Double-Ender Recording? - Listener Comments and Feedback Show Duration: 43 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Spreaker has a Blog at Blog.Spreaker.com -Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS Gets a New Addition to the lean-back Listening Experience. - It is like a radio stations or TV channels, Spreaker’s channels are continuous streams of episodes from different shows that happen to all fall under a specific category or theme, like tech or news. From the channels section, scroll up and down through the 30+ categories available until you find the one that suits you best. How To Avoid Running Out of Topics to Discuss on your Show? -Engage with your audience to uncover topics or angles for shows -Ask for questions or contributions as it is a show for the listener. -Maybe ask your audience for guest ideas -Think of questions your audience might be asking about your show topic -Do a show about the fact that you need your audience to contribute some topic ideas. -Scrape show topic ideas from other media sources in your genre -Think about important search keywords or phrases to find topics for the show What is a Double-Ender Recording? -I just did an interview on the “My Worst Interview Ever” podcast yesterday with the CEO of Ringr.com using a double-ender recording platform. This platform can be used with a Spreaker hosting account as a way to do mobile interviews. -Double-Ender recordings are mobile phone recordings that in each callers IP phone calls are recorded locally and then after completing, then the app uploads both ends of the recording to the server and combines them. -They are Ringr, and Zencast -I love the mobile compatibility of Ringr, though it’s a little expensive at $18.99/month. The basic Ringr account doesn’t let you download your audio in separate tracks, which makes it useless in my opinion. -Ultimately, for my own purposes, I’ve opted to go with Ringr. The flexibility of allowing my guests to record through their phones Listener Comments on SLS98: Podfading Linda Irwin Thank you! Would love to hear Francesco! Linda Irwin Our longest break out of necessity was two and a half weeks (recently). We kept our listeners advised where they follow us on social media that we were coming back and yes, new series title and added chapters, which we gave them to look forward. Linda Irwin Test show(s) are helpful. Set them to private and listen back. Linda Irwin You do not want to get too far ahead because news changes. Dave here from Spaced Out Radio.
Wed, January 18, 2017
SLS98: How To Avoid The Podfading Fate
Spreaker Live Show #98 for Jan 18th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - How To Avoid The Podfading Fate - Listener Comments and Feedback Show Duration: 24 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Spreaker has a Blog at Blog.Spreaker.com - Launches beta Ad Revenue Sharing Program Main topic this week: “How To Avoid The Podfading Fate” What is Podfading? Why Should You Care? How To Avoid It? What is Podfading? -For years podcasting usage stats have shown that a large percentage of new podcasts do what’s called Podfade after about 7 episodes. This term means slowing down in publishing new episodes to your feed. This is a very common issue for all podcasters, even those who have been podcasting for a long-time. -Causes: Run out of stuff to talk about -Cause: Live gets in the way -Cause: Too much work to get an episode out -Family obligations getting in the way -Full-Time job not allowing you time to produce your show. -Too much post recording editing and publishing work.. Causes burnout! -Run out of money -Did not plan your show to streamline all processes and distribution methods to be as efficient as possible Why Should You Care About Podfading? -Can be embarrassing to family and friends to quit so fast -Wasting time, money and energy -Missed opportunities that come from creating a great podcast How To Avoid It? -Plan ahead -Pick a topic or show theme that you have deep knowledge about and connections to potential interesting guests -Find a co-host -Find an easy to publish podcast file host -Easy to use recording setup/equipment -Get an agreement with your wife/husband and kids that a certain day and time each week is podcast time -Commit to doing at least 100 episodes before you would consider podfading -Don’t pre-record a bunch of episodes before you launch your show -Don’t worry too much if the first few episodes are just not that good -Don’t really start promoting your show until episode 5-10 depending on feedback -Do anything and everything to get audience feedback How To Restart a Podfaded Show? -Don’t do it -If you must, then change your artwork and maybe event the name of the show. -Then get planning for what it is you are going to do different that will not lead to podfading this time. Listener Comments from SLS97: Ad Revenue Share Program beta launched Francesco Baschieri I guess it will work differently for live content and for pre-recorded. For LIVE the ad-insertion point can simply be triggered by pushing a button Spreaker Live Show Francesco, You are right about Live insertions, did not cover that. It will be an interesting topic for a future episode. Linda Irwin I th
Wed, January 11, 2017
SLS97: Ad Revenue Share Program Launched
Spreaker Live Show #97 for Jan 11th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - Spreaker Launches beta Ad Revenue Sharing Program - Listener Comments and Feedback Show Duration: 38 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Spreaker has a Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com - Launches beta Ad Revenue Sharing Program - Main topic this week: “Launches beta Ad Revenue Sharing Program” How does it work? Means that you(Spreaker Host) earn money for ads that are placed at the beginning of your audio show in a Pre-Roll positions only in the Widget Web Audio Player and in Spreaker Podcast Radio apps on iOS and Android. More specifically, it works like this: Audio and visual ads provided by our partners will get audio ads automatically placed in pre-roll positions. These ads will be determined by location, so that your listeners will only ever hear ads that pertain to them (New Yorkers will only ever hear ads by companies accessible to them, for example). Every time an ad gets an visual ad impression or an audio play, meaning that it was listened to or viewed by your audience, you’ll earn a specific amount of money. In Spreaker’s case, you’ll get 60-65% per CPM or price per 1000 plays and have some geographic targeting. Ads will be either audio or visual, and will appear across embedded players and Spreaker Podcast Radio for Android and iOS. Each ad will run for at most 30 seconds, and disappear as soon as it’s over. Listener Comments: Linda Irwin Does the fact that Spreaker only allows five tags limit our potential listeners who search? Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Twitter: http://twitter.com/alexeum Tech Support: support at spreaker.com
Wed, January 04, 2017
SLS96: 2016: The Year in Podcasting
Spreaker Live Show #96 for Jan 4th, 2017 Our Topics This Week: - 2016: The Year in Podcasting - Listener Comments and Feedback Show Duration: 45 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Host of “The Exum Experience Podcast” on Spreaker Spreaker has a Blog at Blog.Spreaker.com - Evolutions of Podcasting in 2017 article - http://blog.spreaker.com/2017/01/03/nine-evolutions-podcasting-2017/ by Rob Greenlee Main topic this week: “2016: The Year in Podcasting” http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/12/28/2016-year-podcasting/ by Chiara Sagramola -Spreaker’s been a part of the podcasting and online audio industry for almost six+ years now -Consumption/Listening continues to grow (at the beginning of 2016, Edison Research reported that 55% of Americans were aware of podcasting existence (compare that to 22% in 2006), and 36% had listened to one). -Podcasting has grown from a passion/hobby project to a full-time commitment for many, and corporations and broadcasting giants are Returning to it for a more direct connection with clients and listeners. -As podcasting boomed and producers turned towards the ever growing possibility of revenue, both positive and negative consequences emerged. -As the number of podcasts multiplies, it’s important to make original, quality content, and not churn out copycats of what’s already out there. -Focus on quality production is at the forefront of many conversations -As a testament to podcasting’s growth in 2016, many podcast-centric events were held last year, catering to those both in- and outside the of the industry, with some returning and others new to scene. Spreaker staff got to attend and sponsor our fair share this year — among them NMEU, NRB, and JPod — and each provided its own perspective and insights. -For example, at Radiodays Europe, an event that’s usually more focused on the radio and broadcast industry, podcasting was a main topic of interest; more and more traditional networks are trying to find a way to merge their traditional approach with the new medium. -Podcasting has officially taken over the world with the inaugural Asia Pacific Conference taking place back in February in Auckland, New Zealand. -The biggest event to mark the success of the industry was Podcast Movement, which was even bigger and more bustling than last year. Spreaker team members got to go to Chicago and meet lots of new podcasters ready to get behind the mic, and take the pulse of what’s new in the biz. -More features for more podcasting on Spreaker Podcasting really came of age in 2016 with its modest and steady
Wed, December 28, 2016
SLS95: Live Audio to Podcasting in 2017
Spreaker Live Show #95 for Dec 28th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Live Audio to Podcasting in 2017 - Debunking a few microphone myths - Listener Comments and Feedback Show Duration: 48 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Guest Co-Host: Ray Ortega, Host of the Podcasters Roundtable and The Podcasters Studio Podcast Main topic this week: “Live Audio to Podcasting in 2017” One of the leading trends online has been and will continue to be enabling Live video and audio. Example of this is the recent decision on the part of Facebook to enable Live audio streaming on its closed platform. Why is Live continuing to be a fascination of content creators in the face of much smaller audiences and more production risks? Is duration a factor in Live, Spreaker stats show that listeners listen longer to Live audio than on demand / podcast audio. Some podcasting distribution platforms (Spreaker, BlogTalkRadio) combine live audio streaming and recording to then be encoded into mp3 files. Content creators and listeners like the interactivity of Live, thus will continue to grow in 2017. Tip of the Week: Debunking Microphone Myths -Condenser mics are not as rugged as dynamics or that Condensers are always better than Dynamic Microphones. Listener Comments and Feedback on SLS94: Linda Irwin wrote us again on taking advertising on her show: I would prefer not to have to manage "cue sheets" from paid advertisers. I would rather if listeners would like to donate or "tip", then that would be better for me. Besides I use sound effects that are not for commercial use and even though I promote those providers, it would not be right for me to charge premium subscriptions or advertising fees. Dave Kanyan also wrote again: He is talking about Premium Paid Podcasts Hey Rob. Great solo show. Thanks for the info and the mention. I must say that it'll be a cold day in hell before I pay to listen to a podcast. Years ago I was willing to pay for Sirius satellite radio specifically for Howard Stern. But he was giving me 4+ hours a day of entertainment and I no longer had to worry where in the country I was driving my truck and still get a crystal clear signal. Even though I have my favorite podcasts, like Marc Maron, Alex Exum and Spreaker live, I don't see having to pay for them. In all seriousness I subscribe to over 30 podcasts off all types, but even collectively still not compelling enough content for me to pay for. I would just go back to am/fm if I had to and suffer with Glenn Beck. Yuck. I guess I would consider paying a nominal fee for a podcast network such as ADORE FM or HEADGUM. Let's hope it doesn't get to that. I like it free and the podcaster has to monetize the sh
Wed, December 21, 2016
SLS94: Nine Evolutions of Podcasting In 2017
Spreaker Live Show #94 for Dec 21th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Nine Evolutions of Podcasting In 2017 - No Time Off for Podcasters during Holidays - Listener Comments and Feedback Show Duration: 27 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Main topic this week: “Nine Evolutions of Podcasting In 2017” -Hosting Distribution Platforms will develop better tools to make monetizing smaller and larger shows easier. -Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) continued march towards Podcasting Download Metric Standards. -In-Car Dash Consumption of Podcasts will continue to replace radio listening in the car. -Personal Voice Agents (Alexa/Echo, Google Home, Siri and Cortana) devices will enable more in-home listening growth. -Dynamic Ad Insertion partnered with Programmatic Advertising Buying and Trafficking tools technology will improve. -Some Host Read Advertising will morph into more Host like “Talent Reads”. -Short-Segment Social Media Sharing and Playback Growth. -Live Audio Recording to Podcasting and Listener Festivals grow. -Android takes a larger share of the Podcasting Listening Market. Tip of the Week: No Time Off for Podcasters during Holidays -Keep producing episodes during the holidays on your regular schedule -Listeners get new gadgets and have extra time to listen Listener Comments and Feedback on SLS93: Attracting Younger Audiences Dave Kanyan (Canyon) I try to engage younger listeners by keeping my show a half hour or less. I try to keep my energy up and the show lively. I'll engage with anyone who comments or emails my show. I try not to sound too much like an old man and say things like "kids today". I usually have more than one topic or story on my show so there is a variety of things to sink your teeth into. I keep it very honest and I show humility and try to be humble, yet confident I know how I feel. Also I know many younger stand up comedians from my days as a stand up and I talk to them about who they listen to and what shows they may be guesting on. I'm working on Twitter as I know the kids love that. I comment all over Facebook, and Twitter and wherever I can spreading my name and my shows name out there. Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robg
Wed, December 14, 2016
SLS93: Attracting Younger Audiences
Spreaker Live Show #93 for Dec 14th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Attracting Younger Audiences to Your Podcast - Spreaker Chapters launches in embed web player - Coming Spreaker Monetization Tools in Jan, 2017 Show Duration: 55 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Main topic this week: “Attracting Younger Audiences to Podcasts” -Sixty percent of podcast users are under 35 -Authentic and Edgy Content, that speaks very RAW about life experience. -Very Reality Based Content works best for the under 35 crowd. -Creating content that is based on real life experience and irony in life… examples see Louie CK, Marc Maron and HeadGum Podcast Network. -Hosts and Personalities that resonate with Millennials and GenX -Production values that lean more towards Live and on-stage type of experiences -Marketing your “Self-Brand” using SnapChat and Instagram, Vine, WhatsApp and YouTube Tip of the Week: Chapter launch in web player this week -Show a clear outline of your episode -Make your listeners find and listen easily the main topics of the episode -Enhance the listening experience by adding pictures and links to your episode and give you an additional way for marketing and promotion purposes (link and images for coupon, give a more emotional experience) -Content Marketing tip: chapters can be used as headlines are normally used for the blogs. Example: 5 tips to growth your business, each tip correspond to a chapter -Really easy to set up and available on Spreaker.com/Spreaker apps/Embedded Player. http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/12/14/enhance-story-create-easily-accessible-podcasts-chapters/ How do chapters work? Chapters are visual markers, taking the form of images, text, and links, that highlight different parts of your episode. Through the CMS, they can be placed along specific points of the waveform by clicking on “+” and adding all the relevant information you’d like your listener to know. Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com rob at spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/
Wed, December 07, 2016
SLS92: Is Podcast Search a Game Changer
Spreaker Live Show #92 for Dec 7th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Is Podcast Search a Game Changer? - Authentic Audio Storytelling - Listener Comments and Feedback Show Duration: 50 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Main topic this week: “Is Podcast Search a Game Changer?” -Define “Podcast Search” -Keyword Searches to Discover New Shows via a traditional search engine - works! -Keyword Searches inside the actual audio episode of a podcast to discover shorter audio -Many believe that audio search is key to solving podcast discovery and is the future, but history proves this is wrong. -The http://Audiosear.ch is an example -Audiosear.ch Clipmaker and This American Life audio clip sharing tools, Clammer. -Clip sharing has a small place in how people discover new shows -Key way people hear about new podcasts is via word of mouth Tip of the Week: Authentic Audio Storytelling - Most Podcasts are Storytelling Podcasts - Hosts describing anything is often rooted in an explained story that is often rooted in authentic life experiences. -Authentic is REAL and NATURAL voices and life experience storytelling -How to do this? Find the most interesting aspect of your authentic story and tease it. Then add a little self-depreciating humor, condense the audio with authentic stories. -Professional Level Storytelling podcasts are like “Audio Drama’s” or “Journalistic Reporting”. -Most Comedy is storytelling -Format Reality or Fiction, most are reality based, fiction shows are usually based on literature and are like audio TV dramas that have scripts and have sound effects, actors. Listener Comments and Feedback on SLS91: Sparking Podcast Listener Feedback -Tamara @ Shelf Addiction wrote: Happy holidays fellas. I really needed to hear this episode. Thank you so much, I've done a lot of these things to try to improve listener engagement, and nothing has worked. I get a comment here and there but that's about it people don't use SpeakPipe, my twitter interaction is higher, but no actual comments. I'll keep going, maybe a few more listeners will join in. I'd actually be very happy to have a small group of regulars. -Brett Johnson, Owner of Circle270Media Network wrote: You and Alex do a great job with the show - keep up the great work. A topic you could address (or re-address) is the ins and outs of affiliate programs and sponsorships, specifically when it comes to social media sharing your affiliate link to promote a product. There was a very caustic social media exchange I noticed over the Thanksgiving holiday
Wed, November 23, 2016
SLS91: Sparking Podcast Listener Feedback
Spreaker Live Show #91 for Nov 23th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Sparking Audience Interactivity and Feedback - Coming Podcasting Conferences in 2017 - Spreaker Retreat Meeting Happening Next Week in Italy Show Duration: 52 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Main topic this week: “Sparking Audience Interactivity and Feedback” 1. Make sure that your audience has a simple way to send feedback. Even better than that, ensure that they have several ways to contact a podcast host or co-hosts: -Email -Voicemails -Website comments -Contact/feedback form -Audio/Mp3 messages - SpeakPipe.com -Social Media Posts/Comments -Website chat If you don’t provide an easy and obvious way for your audience to share their opinions, then you won’t receive very many. 2. Ask for responses Ask and you will receive. Don’t simply give your feedback information, but ask people to share their opinions, experience, and perspectives. Use direct questions of your audience and make sure your audience knows that you’re asking to hear from them. Remind your audience how they can respond. 3. Spark interaction Show topics are never closed after you have shared your opinions. Leave the topics open so they can contribute and then share it in a later episode. Point listeners to certain feedback channels. Encourage interaction in the comments so the conversation is all there and others can participate. Audio contributions are good to. 4. Add your community and always respond to feedback If you receive feedback, use it and share it! Feedback springboards your content to new expanded topics that can take the topics deeper. The person feels involved in the show and with you the host. Always recognize feedback and contributions as it shows other listeners that it is not a waste of time to contribute. 5. Proper Feedback Response Feedback isn’t always appropriate to reshare. -Criticism or critique - Your choice -Not the subject you wanted to discuss -Overly praising of show or hosts -Content you’re no longer discussing Tip of the Week: Coming Podcasting Conferences in 2017 - Podcast Cruise 2017 - Feb 11-16, 2017 - Fort Lauderdale, FL - Asia Pacific Podcast Conference - February 12, 2017 - February 13, 2017 - New Zealand - Podfest Multimedia Expo - February 23, 2017 - February 25, 2017 - Orlando, FL - http://podfest.us/2017/ - National Religious Broadcasters - Proclaim17 - February 27, 2017 - March 2 - Orlando, FL - NAB Show in Las Vegas in April - Could have a Podcasting Track, no
Wed, November 16, 2016
SLS90: Types of Audio Shows Spreaker Enables
Spreaker Live Show #90 for Nov 16th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Types of Audio Shows Spreaker Enables - Keep Your Audience Engaged with a Mobile App - Why and How to Use Podcasting in Your Content Marketing Strategy Show Duration: 51 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Main topic this week “Types of Audio Shows Spreaker Enables?” Spreaker Studio: Powerful Tools to enable you to create many types: -Live Online Linear “Radio Like” shows with Spreaker Studio Apps -Pre-recorded show productions that can be released as Live Shows (Social Media, Comments) -Pre-recorded show productions that can be just uploaded after post show editing, mp3 encoding -If you own the rights or have a licence to play music then you can create track list shows Tips of the Week on the Spreaker Blog (Blog.Spreaker.com) are articles on these two topics: Keep Your Audience Engaged with a Mobile App Podcasting has never been a one-sided affair – your content was made for an audience that could listen in and fully engage with it. Once you hit publish, your focus shifts from your own content to those out there waiting for you, and that includes reaching new listeners as well as those that have been there all along. A customized Mobile App dedicated to your show is a great way to distribute your podcast out to listeners, get them hooked, and keep them coming back. While it’s important to spread your content through as many channels as possible, you don’t want your relationship with your audience to spread thin. A Mobile App bridges that gap between you and them and keeps things direct; your listeners download the app that you branded and created yourself, and your content gets to their ears in no time. -Why should I get a Mobile App Effective distribution depends heavily on accessibility – in other words, reaching listeners means making sure your podcast can be easily found. Once listeners have downloaded your app – and Mobile Apps are generally easy to find in both the App Store and Google Play; it’s a matter of simply searching your podcast’s title – they’ll have all of your podcast’s episodes at the ready, plus they’ll be notified as soon as you’ve published something new or are streaming live. There’s no wading through other shows’ content, or missing last week’s episodes too far down the queue. Furthermore, they can like and leave comments on your episodes as well as chat with you as you stream live; your communication is always direct and personal. You’re offering your listeners an exclusive experience reserved just for them. Mobile Apps are also wonderful ways to pump up your brand. Having a well-made product, like an app created in-house, looks professional
Wed, November 09, 2016
SLS89: Local Community Podcasting
Spreaker Live Show #89 for Nov 9th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Local Community Podcasting - Looking Good when You Auto-Share your show - Listener Feedback Show Duration: 48 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Main topic this week: “Local Community Podcasting” - Local podcast typically highlight the good things happening in your local city area, create connections with people in your community, and make the place where you live– a better place to live. - Low-Power FM stations all across the country will be creating local audio content targeted at local city level communities - If you’re a podcaster and don’t have a local show, I hope you’ll make one and bring your knowledge and skills that can bring people together and make a positive difference in your community. - Get started thinking about telling the stories of your community. - Local podcasters talk with neighbors, friends, business owners, civic leaders and share those stories with the community. - They are building up their community through podcasting, but some of those communities are very small. - Local podcasters are applying their knowledge, skills, and curiosity to gather stories from their community and tell those stories to their community and beyond. - Local podcasters are making a contribution to their community—perhaps changing their community as a result of their work. - Some of those podcasts will never make money and for many that will be ok. - Most will never be considered “noteworthy” by others who have a narrow view of podcasting. - The revenue/profit earned by local podcasters may be more valuable than that achieved by national shows. - Like current radio advertising, it would come mostly from local companies, but national advertisers still need to reach local communities too. Spreaker News at Blog.Spreaker.com: Tip of the Week: Looking Good when You Auto-Share your show Podcasting doesn’t end when you hit “Publish.” Your content needs to get to your listeners’ ears, and effective distribution means sharing your content quickly and looking good while you do it. But when you’re podcasting to-do list is already inundated with different tasks: mixing, editing, uploading, describing, tagging – some of the process risks falling by the wayside. That’s why we’ve been focusing so much on the new CMS, to offer you a dashboard full of quality tools and features to help you every step of the way. And today, we’re eager to show you the newest process to auto-share episodes to all your social networks. Connect to listeners with the help of auto-sharing - Distribution isn’t just about garnering plays and downloads, it’s also about i
Wed, November 02, 2016
SLS88: Are We In A Podcasting Bubble?
Spreaker Live Show #88 for Nov 2nd, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Are we in a Podcasting Bubble? - Playing Your Favorite Podcasts in Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS - Should Ads in Downloadable Podcasts always be “Host Reads”? - Listener Feedback Show Duration: 46 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker News at Blog.Spreaker.com: - Playing Your Favorite Podcasts in Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS: When you find a new favorite, you want to be able to listen to it any time. That’s why we’ve just introduced a new Favorites section, as well as notifications about those favorites, to Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS, so that you can always keep tabs on them. It’s a personalized element to your listening experience, and is another step closer to matching up our iOS experience to what’s currently available for Android. Let’s take a look at how it’s done: Favoriting your favorites: Adding podcasts to the Favorites section requires just a tap; whenever you run into a podcast you fall head over heels for, simply tap on the star icon on its main page view. Alternatively, if you’re just meandering through the Explore section and find something you like, tap on the the More icon (the three dots), and select Favorite. Everything you’ve starred or favorited will be in the Favorites section, all accessible at the drop of a dime. Know more with notifications: Once you’ve built up your Favorites section, you’ll start receiving notifications every time a new episode or live stream from those favorite podcasts has been released. Tap on the bell icon at the top of the app to get a full listing of those updates, or just rely on the notifications that appear on your phone’s lock screen. Forget the keywords and the searches, you can get to your favorite podcasts in seconds with our new Favorites section and notifications. It’s podcast listening tailored to your ears, and there’s more where that came from coming up for Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS. Download or update Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS now, and let us know what you think about the new features! Listener Feedback from Episode #87: Odd Dad Out I've been using the new cms since beta and have loved seeing the bits and pieces slowly adding into it each week. It really makes the whole process of getting an episode published more streamlined. The Truth - Human Performance Yes, I'm enjoying this new CMS. Publishing my podcast via Android. Titus Machiavelli https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-titus-machiavelli-show New CMS is super simple to u
Wed, October 26, 2016
SLS87: Spreaker Releases New CMS Tools
Spreaker Live Show #87 for Oct 26th, 2016 Our Topic This Week: - Spreaker Officially Releases New CMS Tools - Listener Feedback Show Duration: 25 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Guest Co-Host: Francesco Baschieri, CEO/Co-Founder of Spreaker Spreaker News at Blog.Spreaker.com: - New Spreaker CMS Tools Released to All Users - Show and Tell with Spreaker’s New Embedded Player - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/10/26/content-management-system-offers-new-podcasting-features/ - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/10/10/spreakers-new-embedded-player/ Listener Feedback from Episode #86: Mark Dowding from Spreaker.com As someone who listens to podcasts mainly when driving (or walking my dog) I prefer the long format. It’s been frustrating the last week as some of my favourite podcasts have been cut short, meaning I have run out of things to listen to. Being in the car, it’s hard to search for other podcasts - plus illegal to use the phone whilst driving. Tamara @ Shelf Addiction from Android Sometimes I like a shorter show. I have a hard time getting my show with a co-host to be short. I manage a shorter episode just fine on my own though. Main topic this week: “Spreaker Officially Releases New CMS Tools” This New Content Management System, or CMS, is a powerful new tool that makes general podcast and content management a cinch, so that you can make quick changes as needed. We’ve taken care of the tech so that podcasters can stick to what they do best: podcasting. You’ll find it all there – the CMS is a full view of your show(s), metadata and episodes at a glance. It’s chockful of new features that allow you to do loads of things, like customize your embedded player, manage multiple episodes at once, adjust cover image sizes; and much more. Wait, so what is the Content Management System? The new CMS, is a full control panel where you can view the entirety of your Spreaker account’s content. Think of it as the backstage area, where you can access ALL your podcasts’ settings.he next most common frequency is twice per week. Read more: http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/10/26/content-management-system-offers-new-podcasting-features/ Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com <
Wed, October 19, 2016
SLS86: The Long or Short Podcast Duration of It
Spreaker Live Show #86 for Oct 19th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - The Long or Short Duration of It - Small Businesses and Local Advertising in Podcasts - Listener Feedback Show Duration: 16 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker News at Blog.Spreaker.com: - New Spreaker Audio Player Embed is becoming popular - Upgrading To Spreaker’s New Embeddable Web Audio Player - Show and Tell with Spreaker’s New Embedded Player - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/10/10/spreakers-new-embedded-player/ Listener Feedback from Episode #85: Titus Machiavelli - https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-titus-machiavelli-show I agree with Exum, customer service is AWESOME. Honestly, the best of the companies that I work with. Love the new webplayer. I have switched to it completely. A suggestion would be to have a link to the show note. Not sure how that would work but creating a "pop up" of show notes or something makes the listening experience even better. Question: Radio Hall of Fame Basket Can you tell me what his the size of the image that i can put in this new Audio player embed widget please? Because i try to upload a picture. It is not working for me. What is the size SHOULD i use for this new widget if i want to upload my pic ? REPLY Answer: Chiara Sagramola - Spreaker Hi there. For the best result, we recommend using images with a size larger than 1000×1000 px. If you will still experiencing some issues, could you please write us at support@spreaker.com and sending us also a screen shot of it? Thanks! Tip of the Week: Small Businesses and Local Advertising in Podcasts Question: I am a small business owner looking for podcast advertising opportunities, so if you could give me more information, I would appreciate it. I am interested in advertising on independent political podcasts and have an advertising budget of around $100-$200 a month. Thank you for your time.” - Threat to Radio’s Billion $ Revenue Main topic this week: “The Long or Short Podcast Duration of It” Industry Wide: The average podcast lasts about 30 minutes. Users listen to about 22 minutes per podcast. Users prefer podcasts that last less than 16 minutes. The average commute time in the U.S. is 25 minutes. Spreaker: Podcast 77% or Live 23%. Time Spent Listening on Spreaker is 24 min - Stream/On-Demand, Live 26 min on average. Best Episode Release Day of the Week: A
Wed, October 12, 2016
SLS85: How to Use Legal Music in Podcasts
Spreaker Live Show #85 for Oct 12th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - All The Ways to Use Legal Music in Podcasts - Upgrading To Spreaker’s New Embeddable Web Audio Player - Spreaker supports Chapter Audio Show Duration: 35 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker News Tip of the Week at Blog.Spreaker.com: Spreaker Supports Episode Chapters Marks or Points in the show timeline - Click on any spot on the waveform to move the slider, and then click on the "plus" symbol to start editing the chapter’s information. If you’d like to make modifications on that information later, just click on its title along the waveform or select it from the list below to start. In a “Wave Form in the new CMS area” Upgrading To Spreaker’s New Embeddable Web Audio Player - Show and Tell with Spreaker’s New Embedded Player - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/10/10/spreakers-new-embedded-player/ - Full display of your episode or podcast banner artwork front and center (Pro Users) - Complete listing of your past podcast episodes - You’ll also be able to customize its size and color - To update the player to this new version, you can replace the old code with the new code into your website - Content: Use as main (featured) from all episodes - Start play automatically - Playlist enabled or Play continuously (episode after an episode) - Player's Theme: Light (white) Theme or Dark (black) Theme - Use photo as a background for player's top part - Player's Size - Width (min 200px) and Height (min 80px, max 200px) - Size of Replaceable Background Image a size larger than 1000×1000 pixels Main topic this week: “All The Ways to Use Legal Music in Podcasts” Where you can use music in your show? 1) Fade in Intro (beginning of the show) (10 seconds) 2) Segment Transitions (Pause then play short, then lead in fade down) 3) Background music for whole show or certain segments (1:20 min) - $75 per year License for use on Spreaker and off, music is still licensed in archives after you cancel subscription - https://www.spreaker.com/store/music-and-effects-licensing - Please let me know which intro music track you like the most. Send me an email. - Music Tracks Played in This Episode: * Mountain Downhill Part 2 Extreme sports, cool, fast, progressive 173 Drum n Bass * Alien Controls 2 Interference, spaceship, disturbance * Humanoid 2 Warped, Dark, Platform, bui
Wed, October 05, 2016
SLS84: Comparing Podcast Hosting Platforms
Spreaker Live Show #84 for Oct 5th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Comparing Podcast Hosting Platforms - Balancing the Needs of the Audience and Advertisers in Podcasting - International Podcast Day is discussed Show Duration: 31 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker News: - International Podcast Day was last week on Sept 30th at InternationalPodcastDay.com - Spreaker was a Gold sponsor of the event again - Rob Greenlee hosting an hour of the LIVE 24 hour celebratory video stream on https://firetalk.com/podcastday at Noon PST - Guest were Francesco Baschieri, CEO of Spreaker.com, Rob Cesternino, Host of “Rob Has A Podcast”, Ken Rutkowski, very early pioneer in online audio shows/podcasting - KenRadio, CNET Radio, Former Host “Business Rockstars Radio Show” - Video Episode: "Past, Present. and Future of Podcasting" https://firetalk.com/podcastday/episodes/S1xr8Vnp Tip of the Week: “Balancing the Needs of the Audience and Advertisers in Podcasting from Rob Cesternino from International Podcast Day Live Stream. Let’s Dive into our main topic this week “Alex Compares Podcast Hosting Platforms" See Alex's YouTube video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=klS2GW3ih18 Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: http://twitter.com/robgreenlee Twitter: http://twitter.com/alexeum Tech Support: support at spreaker.com
Wed, September 28, 2016
SLS83: Power of Podcast Community Networking
Spreaker Live Show #83 for Sept 28th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - Power of Networking with Podcast Community - Using Licensed Music through Spreaker In Your Podcast - International Podcast Day is Coming Sept 30th Show Duration: 58 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker News: International Podcast Day is Coming Sept 30th at InternationalPodcastDay.com Spreaker is a Gold sponsor of the event again this year Rob Greenlee will be hosting an hour of the LIVE 24 hour celebratory video stream on https://firetalk.com/podcastday at Noon PST My guest so far are Francesco Baschieri, CEO of Spreaker.com, Rob Cesternino, Host of “Rob Has A Podcast”, Ken Rutkowski, very early pioneer in online audio shows/podcasting - KenRadio, CNET Radio, Former Host “Business Rockstars Radio Show” Our Tip of the Week: “Using Licensed Music In Your Podcast” in our Store page on the website. - https://www.spreaker.com/store/music-and-effects-licensing - $75 per year License for use on Spreaker and off, music is still licensed in archives after you cancel subscription - Please let me know which intro music track you like the most. Send me an email I am going to play two new music example SLS intros for you to hear.. now. - Played in the show - Keep Searching (Instrumental Version) hq, radio chart, moving on, one last try, chance, guitar, power, friends, one ... Indie Pop, Hopeful, 155High - Played in the show - The Stylish Traveller 3 limo, attitude, organ, brass, vintage, retro, elegant, dresses, suits, jackpot, ... Old School, Funk, Happy102 High Intro, music beds, exits, segment transitions - We had some listener thoughts this past week: Dave Kanyan, Dumbing it Down With Dave "You asked for ideas concerning Spreaker live. Here are ideas and comments quickly off the top of my head. I've been listening regularly since a few episodes before Alex came on board. First of all the combination of you and Alex is excellent. I like the fact that the two of you are on either end of the sound spectrum so it is very easy to tell you apart.There are many shows I listen to that I have a hard time telling who's who and that's important. You both also have different personalities. Alex is definitely the one who is capable of getting lit up (angry/excited) on air. Rob is almost always cool calm and collected. Perfect combo. To get technical I don't think "Spreaker Live show" is the best title for what you guys are doing. First of all Rob
Wed, September 21, 2016
SLS82: Radio vs. Podcast Listening Simplicity
Spreaker Live Show #82 for Sept 21st, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - How Finding Podcasting Listening and Creation Simplicity - Pump Up the Volume Levels - International Podcast Day is Coming Sept 30th - Gail Nobles Storytelling Podcast - Rob's Interview on Michael O’Neal’s Solopreneur Hour show Show Duration: 40 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum We had some feedback: From Gail Nobles: Hi Rob! I just wanted to let you know that some of my friends have heard my podcast on Facebook. They have told me face to face that they loved my stories and think that I should keep doing them. The word is starting to spread around a little about my podcasts. Sharing with people you know at work or places you go helps a lot too. I've been experimenting with sounds and changing the pitch of my voice to add my own characters. Sometimes it's good to have someone other than yourself in your podcast. Different sounds really help a lot and gets the audience attention. I just wanted to let you know my experience. Here are the stories my friends have been listening to. Here is a clip from Gail’s show Actors, Stories, & Film (Lounge Show) https://www.spreaker.com/show/actors-and-film-lounge-show I am still uncertain about what else to do. I thought about sharing them with iTunes but I don't know whether or not people there would be interested in listening or not. As bad as Google Plus is, there are people there that listen and love music. I thought about giving Google Play a try. I thought about the affiliate programs, and ads but those things never seem to work for me. There are so many people on the internet, and I can't believe how pitiful the views can be sometimes on content. So I'm still thinking what I should do. Thank you for listening. Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News Spreaker News: - International Podcast Day is Coming Sept 30th at http://InternationalPodcastDay.com - Spreaker is a Gold sponsor of the event again this year - Rob Greenlee will be hosting an hour of the LIVE 24 hour celebratory video stream on FireTalk.com at Noon PST - Booked guest so far are Rob Cesternino, Host of “Rob Has A Podcast”, Ken Rutkowski, very early pioneer in online audio shows/podcasting - KenRadio, CNET Radio, Now Host “Business Rockstars Radio Show” and other podcasting celebrities Rob was also guest on the Michael O’Neal’s Solopreneur Hour Podcast this week: <a href="https://solopre
Wed, September 14, 2016
SLS81: How To Get Personal in Your Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #81 for Sept 14th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - How To Get Personal in Your Podcast - Taking Control of Your Interview Guests - Show Playlists in Sharing Widget Player on Spreaker - Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference Breakdown Show Duration: 43 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum We had some feedback: Gail Nobles Great show episode #78! I noticed that when we share a link to our podcasts now, there is a play list for the rest of our podcast. I think that is a very good idea. Tamara @ Shelf Addiction I've got a serious question about copyrighting music. I do pop culture episodes write talk about different television shows and I've been using maybe 15 seconds or less of the show's theme song underneath the introduction. Would this be a copyright violation? I thought it would be ok under fair use, but I'm starting to question that. Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News Spreaker News Update - Show Playlists in Sharing Widget Audio Player on Spreaker - My trip to Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference - I spent last Sunday with David Jackson, School of Podcasting - We visited the Liberty Bell and Liberty Hall in Philly, then took him to the airport Our Tip of the Week: “Taking Control of Your Interview Guests” - Do a thorough intro of your guest, don’t let the guest intro himself - This takes his boring points from some key point he or she drives in every other interview - You want the interview to bring out new topics or angles that will add value to your listeners - Is ok to create questions/outline, but be adventurous and take the path less traveled - Get guests to tell stories that are interesting Let’s Dive into our main topic this week “How To Get Personal in Your Podcast” - Create emotional reaction - makes a memorable impression - We have mentioned this before - but speak to a person “You”, “You’re, “Your” - Tell stories that are fun, interesting and create an emotional reaction - Share some personal details about yourself on your show! Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Twitter: <a href="http:
Sat, September 10, 2016
SLS80: Jeffery Bradbury, Teachercast.net
SLS80: Jeffery Bradbury, http://Teachercast.net at Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference (MAPCON).
Wed, September 07, 2016
SLS79: How To Be A Great Podcast Host
Spreaker Live Show #79 for Sept 7th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - How To Be A Great Podcast Host - The Benefits Of Transcribing Your Podcast Audio - Newly Released IAB Podcast Ad Metric Guidelines Show Duration: 52 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum We had some feedback from SLS75: How to Start Making Money with your Podcast: Gail Nobles I gave the subject of copyrighted music some more thought. It may be good that we don't play copyrighted music because it can give podcasting some space to do something radio is not doing. We don't need everything doing the same thing. At least podcast can recognize some music. Gail Nobles No copyrighted music huh? Well, if it's never a good idea, radio will have no problems in the future. Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News - I will be at the coming Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference in Philly - Sept 9-10 - Moderating Hall of Fame Panel and Sponsoring an awards event - Live streaming at the event - http://podcastmidatlantic.com Our Tip of the Week is a Blog Post: The Benefits Of Transcribing Your Podcast Audio Why should you transcribe your show? 1. Reading or. Listening Reading is much faster than listening, and many of your show’s visitors might prefer to quickly scan a transcript of your content before listening to it – including your existing audience. It’s important that your podcast catches your listeners’ attention even before they press play, and giving them an at-a-glance look at what your podcast’s all about could help you gain new listeners and keep your current fans. In short, make sure to add (a part of) your podcast’s transcription to your show notes, and that you’ve used great artwork! 2. Social Media Sharing Including the complete text of your audio on your episode’s page makes it easier for people to share it via Twitter, Facebook, Google+, and the myriad of other social media sites out there. Your listeners can copy and paste quotes or highlight a particular section and share it with their own network in a pinch. Higher sharing rates mean more traffic towards your show. You’ll also be able to write other blog posts using your transcribed content that can be shared later on. “Some of you might podcast for the fun they get out of it, others because they want to share their expertise and yet others because they want to push their business forward. So why not reuse something you already have produced and turn it into something new.” (Podigee.com) 3. Indexing & Search The biggest adva
Wed, August 24, 2016
SLS78: How to Select a Podcast Name
Spreaker Live Show #78 for Aug 24th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: - How to Select a Podcast Name - Tip of the Week “9 Steps To Making Great Podcast Cover Art” Show Duration: 29 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum We had some feedback from last weeks show #77: THE X & Y SHOW from Spreaker.com: Lot of good points. One thing is for Podcasters to never lose their confidence, and keep plugging away!! Like me, my show is in it's baby stages.... But I'm coming! ;o) Gail Nobles from iOS: It's nice to have listeners, but it's also good to know how well you are doing. You can get 60 views or listeners without anyone commenting or likes on your podcast. It's interesting to know what radio and podcasters aim for? Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News - I will be at the coming Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference in Philly - Sept 9-10 - Moderating Hall of Fame Panel and Sponsoring an awards event - Live streaming at the event - http://podcastmidatlantic.com Our Tip of the Week is a Blog Post: 9 Steps To Making Great Podcast Cover Art 1. Follow iTunes’ requirements iTunes is the largest podcast directory, and the most popular, so it’s important to make sure your artwork adheres to its requirements. As stated in iTunes’ help section, they require that Podcast feeds contain artwork that is a minimum size of 1400 x 1400 pixels and a maximum size of 3000 x 3000 pixels, 72 dpi, in JPEG or PNG format with appropriate file extensions (.jpg, .png), and in the RGB colorspace. To optimize images for mobile devices, Apple recommends compressing your image files to 500K size max. 2. Design it for scalability Even if iTunes requires min. 1400 x 1400 images, always remember that your cover art can get scaled down at any point, so it must remain legible even when its dimensions are really small. Starting creating your artwork with the smallest size first, like 600x600, 300x300, 125 x 125, 75x75 or 55 x 55. If it still looks good and you can clearly make out what’s there, it’s perfect! Podcasters: make sure your cover artwork looks great and is legible when scaled down. 3. Use high quality images or vector graphics The last thing to keep in mind when it comes to sizes and pixels is that even if you’ve sized your artwork correctly, it will still look bad if the images aren’t high quality in the first place, and you’ll spoil the final product. You can find great, high quality pictures on the many free stock picture websites around, like pexels.com or istockphoto.com. You can also t
Wed, August 17, 2016
SLS77: The Keys to Growing your Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #77 for Aug 17th, 2016 Subscribe in iTunes: http://bit.ly/spreakerlive Subscribe in Google Play Music Podcasts: http://bit.ly/spreakerlivegoogleplay Subscribe in Stitcher: http://www.stitcher.com/podcast/rob-greenlee-3/spreaker-live-show Our Topics This Week: - Keys to Growing your Podcast - How Music and Sound Effects Make Your Podcast Better - Finding Podcast Discovery and Listening Simplicity Show Duration: 41 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News - How Music and Sound Effects Make Your Podcast Better - Breaking up segments during your episode with music is cool - Podcast intros or jingles are great to have but just don't not over do it - Background music for “talky” podcasts is fine but just don’t over do it - Keeping your show sound very personal and not impersonal that can happen with too many jingles and sound effects - Make sure this music adds to your people experience and does not delay getting to the content - Get the New Royalty-Free Music and Sound Effects Library - Royalty-Free Music Library - TOTAL PRICE $75.00 / year- https://www.spreaker.com/store/music-and-effects-licensing - I will be at the coming Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference in Philly - Sept 9-10 - Moderating Hall of Fame Panel and Sponsoring an awards event - Live streaming at the event - http://podcastmidatlantic.com - I wrote an article about “Finding Podcast Discovery and Listening Simplicity” at my http://RobGreenlee.com website: - Every time I step into a car with an AM/FM radio, I am reminded about the concept of simplicity - We have seen usability and simplicity gains of podcasting technology over the past 10 years. - The power of radio is linked to creating a more lean back type of experience - Human curation of audio and original content creation has always been strength of broadcast radio stations - We have seen the gradual erosion of the content quality and originality at radio stations as the cost of curation has gone up. - Smartphones and smart agent technologies like Siri, Cortana and Alexa/Ec
Wed, August 10, 2016
SLS76: Power Podcasting with Audio, Video and Text
Spreaker Live Show #76 for Aug 10th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Power Podcasting with Audio, Text and Video and Interview with Joe Pardo about the Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference. Big Announcement: Licensed Music is Now Available for use in Podcasts in a New Deal on Spreaker - https://www.spreaker.com/store/music-and-effects-licensing Show Duration: 27 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News - Get the New Royalty-Free Music and Sound Effects Library from Epidemic Sound - TOTAL PRICE $75.00 / year - https://www.spreaker.com/store/music-and-effects-licensing - This is a yearly subscription access to new music, but perpetual rights. - Subscribing to the Royalty-Free Music Library will give you access to a wide selection of 30,000 music tracks and sounds effects to use throughout your show recordings (global download and streaming rights). - No major music label music is available from Epidemic Sound in this deal. - Coming is Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference in Philly - Sept 9-10 - http://podcastmidatlantic.com Let’s Dive into the “Power Podcasting with Audio, Text and Video": - Synergies of creating text and video content can amplify the audience reach and overall growth of your show - Get a WordPress blog, Medium website or optionally text article publishing apps - Do regular Live video special event/episodes on Facebook, YouTube, Blab.im, Periscope - It takes extra time to do this, but audiences connect at different levels as some people are visual, some like to read and others like to listen. Catering to all three gives you the chance to reach the largest group of potential listeners over time. - The aplifying aspects of this takes time to take effect, give yourself at least 3-6 months of regular content production to start seeing real growth and impact on audience. - Think about your audience and adding value to them, build community and interaction via feedback, call in lines, email addresses, Facebook and twitter feedback pathways Interview with Joe Pardo about the Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference: - Date: Sept 9-10, 2016 - http://PodcastMidAtlantic.com - Location: South Philadelphia at Holiday Inn Philadelphia South-Swedesboro - 856-467-3322 - Event Details: MAPCON 2016 will be an immersive and invaluable experience taking place over two action-packed days in conveniently located Swedesboro,
Wed, August 03, 2016
SLS75: How to Start Making Money with your Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #75 for Aug 3rd, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Tips to offering Affiliate Marketing Ads in your Podcast? and Tip of the Week “Coming is Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference in Philly” with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 32 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News - Tips of the Week: - Coming is Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference in South Philadelphia - Sept 9-10, 2016 - http://podcastmidatlantic.com - Copyrighted music in your podcast is ALWAYS a BAD idea. No license exists for Downloads, just Streaming on platforms who have TOS and signed royalty agreements with music licensing entities. Let’s Dive into “Tips to offering Affiliate Marketing Ads in your Podcast ” - Start making some revenue from your podcast TODAY. Treat them like a regular sponsor/advertiser on your show, do host reads and display banner ads and text links on your website. - Signing up for an affiliate program and placing links on your website and mentioning them on your podcast is the easiest way to start generating an income from your show. - As a podcaster you have a lot of influence over the purchasing decisions of your audience. This is an important relationship that you have with your listeners and shouldn’t be taken lightly. - If you want to start making money with your podcast, you can sign up for an affiliate program for a product or products that you recommend on your show, in blog posts and in the descriptions of your videos. - Be sure the product or service your are recommending is one you can trust to be great for your audience as they trust you the show host will help remove some of the guesswork out of your audience’s own purchasing decisions. - Save people some money in the process by doing the research for them and finding the best deal for your audience while your the show host makes some money to help support the show. - Your audience must trust your recommendation because they trust the relationship you’ve established together. When you recommend something, your listeners are much more likely to go out and buy that product. - Your audio host read ads must be done very well and authentic and with audience/user testimonials if possible and don't worry about ad duration. Tell a story that is authentic and real. - Affiliate links work best when you are looking out for the best interests of your audience. <br
Wed, July 27, 2016
SLS74: Should you Season your Podcast?
Spreaker Live Show #74 for July 27th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Should you use or not Seasons for your Podcast? and Tip of the Week “Hear about the BIG Update to Spreaker Podcast Radio App on iOS” with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 34 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News - Tip of the Week: New Features on Spreaker Podcast Radio for iOS! - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/07/25/new-features-spreaker-podcast-radio-ios/ - https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/spreaker-radio-and-podcast/id388449677?mt=8 Twitter Comment: from Gail Nobles @TheInkPost If I had to choose between podcasting and radio, I think it would be podcasting. I heard friends say how hard radio can be. Let’s Dive into “Should you use or not Seasons for your Podcast ” Twitter Post: Daniel J. Lewis @theDanielJLewis High-production shows need seasons because it takes too much time to create each episode. Podcasts may be diff. Seasonal Podcasting takes three forms: 1) Releasing episodes sequentially for a fixed amount of time or episodes and then taking hiatus, and then returning with another release of sequential episodes. 2) Short run Season: Mini-series type of season approach. Focusing on a particular topic, or taking a repeated approach to different topics for a “miniseries”. 3) Pre-produced batch recordings that are released regularly (weekly or monthly) over time. Not taking any hiatus. May not even present them as separate seasons, but could and just not have any Hiatus - Advantages and Disadvantages of “Podcasting in Seasons”- Seasonal podcasting is MOST beneficial to the Podcaster: - Gives breaks from regular content-planning, recording and post-production - Gives more time to create better quality recordings with more extensive post production - Give flexibility to stretch out shows over more episodes (multiple miniseries or themes) - Helps control costs and maybe matching production cost with sponsor/crowdfunding revenue better Some but fewer real Benefits to Listener: - Can fit around Summer and Holiday time frames, when a listener can get behind on episodes, which is sometimes different in different countries - Can cover topic or storytelling thread
Wed, July 20, 2016
SLS73: How to learn Podcasting and Who should you trust?
Spreaker Live Show #73 for July 20th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: How to learn about Podcasting and Who should you trust? Tip of the Week “How to to stay Up-To-Date on Podcasting News” with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 38 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com – Articles and Spreaker News - 3 Gardening Podcasts - Creativity Hacks: How to Stay Inspired - by Spreaker Creative Director, Brigita 7 hacks for boosting creativity 1. Go out and talk to people 2. Stay disciplined 3. Don’t fight procrastination too hard 4. Spend some time outdoors 5. Stay content 6. Embrace spontaneity 7. Love is the answer First episode since Podcast Movement: How was the event? Tip of the Week “Tips to Staying Up-To-Date on Podcasting News”: - http://PodcasterNews.com - http://Podcast.Place - http://HotPodNews.com (East Coast / Public Radio Focused Coverage) - http://tinyletter.com/TheAudioSignal/archive - Rob Greenlee's other show is http://NewMediaShow.com with CEO of RawVoice/Blubrry.com/PowerPress plugin (Sat @9am PST) - The WolfDen Podcast by MidRoll Media - http://www.earwolf.com/show/wolf-den/ - http://RainNews.com (James Cridland - http://rainnews.com/james-cridlands-future-of-radio-radio-in-the-apollo-11-space-program-an-engineering-crisis-and-podcast-movement/) - http://PodcastersRoundtable.com Social - FB Groups focused on Podcasting - https://www.facebook.com/groups/PodcastCommunity/ , - https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastmovement - https://www.facebook.com/groups/podcastgroup/ - Spreaker CEO @thebask - Podcast Influencers Twitter List -
Fri, July 08, 2016
SLSPM72: Bryan Moffett, General Manager of National Public Media (NPR)
We are LIVE from the Spreaker Booth at The World’s Largest Podcasting Conference - PodcastMovement.com at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago. This is the last half hour of LIVE streaming Today on Friday, July 8th for last half hour episode from 1:30pm to 2pm CST. We normally live stream this show every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com and can also be heard in: Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review, question or comment.to rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com, Blog.Spreaker.com. In this episode we are speaking with: Bryan Moffett, General Manager of National Public Media (NPR)
Thu, July 07, 2016
SLSPM70: Rob Cesternino, Host of Rob Has A Podcast, Post Show Recaps
We are LIVE from the Spreaker Booth at The World’s Largest Podcasting Conference - PodcastMovement.com at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago. We are streaming 2 hours LIVE Today on Thurs, July 7th and 1 hour on Friday, July 8th from 1pm to 2pm CST. We normally live stream this show every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com and can also be heard in: Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review, question or comment.to rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com, Blog.Spreaker.com In this episode we are speaking with: Rob Cesternino, Host of Rob Has A Podcast, Post Show Recaps
Thu, July 07, 2016
SLSPM69: Marty Michael, Co-Founder of HeadGum Podcast Network
We are LIVE from the Spreaker Booth at The World’s Largest Podcasting Conference - PodcastMovement.com at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago. We are streaming 2 hours LIVE Today on Thurs, July 7th and 1 hour on Friday, July 8th from 1pm to 2pm CST. We normally live stream this show every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com and can also be heard in: Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review, question or comment.to rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com, Blog.Spreaker.com In this episode we are speaking with: Marty Michael, Co-Founder of HeadGum Podcast Network
Wed, July 06, 2016
SLSPM67: Rob McCracken, Director of Digital Solutions Group at Scripps Media/Midroll Media/Stitcher
We are LIVE from the Spreaker Booth at The World’s Largest Podcasting Conference - PodcastMovement.com at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago (Weds, July 6th and Thurs, July 7th) streaming 2 hours of Live coverage from (11am – 1pm CST), Friday, July 8th from 1pm to 2pm CST. We normally live stream this show every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com and can also be heard in: Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review, question or comment.to rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com, http://Blog.Spreaker.com In this episode we are speaking with: Rob McCracken, Director of Digital Solutions Group at Scripps Media/Midroll Media
Wed, July 06, 2016
SLSPM66: Debra Grobman, Flatlands Avenue Productions, Digital Audio
We are LIVE from the Spreaker Booth at The World’s Largest Podcasting Conference - PodcastMovement.com at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago (Weds, July 6th and Thurs, July 7th) streaming 2 hours of Live coverage from (11am – 1pm CST), Friday, July 8th from 1pm to 2pm CST. We normally live stream this show every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com and can also be heard in: Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review, question or comment.to rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com, Blog.Spreaker.com In this episode we are speaking with: Debra Grobman, Flatlands Avenue Productions. A digital audio production studio, social media and public relations firm. We are a team of broadcasters, audio engineers, writers, editors and public relations professionals. We provide media training, voice coaching, audio production, distribution and support services.
Wed, July 06, 2016
SLSPM65: Danny Pena, GamerTag Radio, Play.it (CBS Radio)
We are LIVE from the Spreaker Booth at The World’s Largest Podcasting Conference - PodcastMovement.com at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago (Weds, July 6th and Thurs, July 7th) streaming 2 hours of Live coverage from (11am – 1pm CST), Friday, July 8th from 1pm to 2pm CST. We normally live stream this show every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com and can also be heard in: Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review, question or comment.to rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com, Blog.Spreaker.com In this episode we are speaking with: Danny Pena, GamerTag Radio, Play.it (CBS Radio), Podcast Hall of Fame Inductee
Wed, July 06, 2016
SLSPM64: Mignon Fogarty, Founder/Host of the Grammar Girl Podcast
We are LIVE from the Spreaker Booth at The World’s Largest Podcasting Conference - PodcastMovement.com that starts today! We are at the Hyatt Regency, Chicago today (Weds, July 6th and Thurs, July 7th) streaming 2 hours of Live coverage from (11am – 1pm CST), Friday, July 8th from 1pm to 2pm CST. We normally live stream this show every Weds at 3 Pacific /6pm EST from SpreakerLiveShow.com and can also be heard in: Spreaker Podcast Radio apps for Android and iOS, iTunes, iHeartRadio, Stitcher, Google Play Music, Radioline.com! Please leave a review, question or comment.to rob@spreaker.com and @robgreenlee, Tweet @Spreaker on Twitter, Spreaker.com, Blog.Spreaker.com In this episode we are speaking with: Mignon Fogarty, Founder/Host of the Grammar Girl Podcast, Founder of Quick and Dirty Tips Podcast Network and is getting inducted into the Academy of Podcasting Hall of Fame
Wed, June 29, 2016
SLS63: How-To and Where To Submit your Podcast RSS Feed
Spreaker Live Show #63 for June 29th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: How-To and Where To Submit your Podcast RSS Feed and Tip of the Week “Spreaker is Live Streaming From Podcast Movement, Next Week” with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 35 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - 3 Easy Steps for Submitting Your RSS Feed to iTunes - The topic of this show today - How to Start Coding on Android If You’re an iGuy (iOS Guy or Gal) Detailed Show Notes: Tip of the Week “Spreaker is Live Streaming From http://PodcastMovement.com , Next Week”: PM16 Spreaker Live Show "Live" Schedule ------------ Weds, July 6th - 11am - 1pm CST 11am Guest: Mignon Fogarty, Grammar Girl Podcast 11:30am Guest: Danny Pena - GamerTag Radio 12 noon Guest: Debra Grobman - Confirmed Company: Flatlands Avenue Productions, LLC, a digital audio production studio, social media and public relations firm. We are a team of broadcasters, audio engineers, writers, editors and public relations professionals. We provide media training, voice coaching, audio production, distribution and support services. 12:30pm Guest:Rob McCracken, EW Scripps/MidRoll ------------- Thurs, July 7th - 11am - 1pm CST 11am Guest: Rachel Ghiazza, Spotify 11:30am Guest: Marty Michael, HeadGum co-founder 12 noon Guest: Rob Cesternino - Rob has a Podcast 12:30pm Guest: Robin Marshall Bio: Introducing Robin Marshall, host of Sugar Mom Podcast. Robin is an Author, Voice Over Artist, Audio Producer and now a podcaster as well. Robin is working in collaboration with Flatlands Avenue Productions for the purpose of marketing, and promoting this female and most times millennial-focused content on her exclusive Sugar Mom Podcast podcast. www.SugarMom.net -------------- Fri, July 8th - 1pm -2pm CST 1pm Guest: Harry Duran, PodcastJunkies.com 1:30pm Guest: Bryan Moffett, General Manager of National Public Media (NPR) Detailed Show Notes: “How-To and Where To Submit your Podcast RSS Feed” How-To Submit a Podcast Feed, What is a Podcast Feed?, What is RSS?, What does it do? - Text file linked to via web URL, that is dynamically created by servers to add media file links, text metadata - T
Wed, June 22, 2016
SLS62: How-To Pick a Podcast Show/Series Title and Genre Topic
SLS62: How-To Pick a Podcast Show/Series Title and Genre Topic Spreaker Live Show #62 for June 22nd, 2016 Our Topics This Week: How-To Pick a Show/Series Title and Genre Topic and Tip of the Week “Creating Compelling Podcast Content” with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 31 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - What gets an app featured on Google Play? From one of our mobile developers in Spain - Interview Q & A with NPR’s Interview: Anya Grundmann who is a speaker Podcast Movement, 7/6-8 - How to Sync Skype with Spreaker Studio for Desktop Detailed Show Notes: Tip of the Week “Creating Compelling Podcast Content”: from Valerie Geller, Radio Consultant has drilled into me - "You" is key - refer to one - AGREE - What is in it for the listener? AGREE, Great Question - Organic flow - authentic - AGREE Always as much as is realistic - Health, heart and money!! Impact on lives! Emotions are linked to these things - What you think and why you think! Explain things - What is the story behind it.. Learning how to make thrilling/exciting/Fun catnip - tease to capture and hold attention - Does the story affect listener - Is it impactful on you and your listener? - Paint the visual picture in audio - Verbally descriptive is key - Can you make them care - Make your listeners care! Hard to do all the time. Pause after important statement, give time Let’s Dive into “How-To Pick a Show/Series Title and Genre Topic” How-To Pick a Show/Series Title? - Make list of keywords that describe your show topic, searchable keywords - SEO keyword research like “Podcast Answerman” if you are a podcasting consultant is a good example - Use these words to combine in different ways, think creatively, but keep as short as possible as it needs to be big and bold on your show artwork. - Example “Spreaker Live Show” why the name… Topic: Spreaker Wanted to highlight LIVE abilities as a differentiator and “Event” experience. Used term “Show” as it was a live streaming show and not just an downloadable “Podcast”. - You can use your name in the show title “The Your Name Show” if you are known as an expert in your genre or celebrity - You can use your name this way “Spreaker Live Show with Rob Greenlee” in a sub-heading way - Show names must not infringe on name trademarks or trade names or brands, many try with TV show’s and other genres. - Visit iTunes or you favorite podcast app to look at other competitive genre
Wed, June 15, 2016
SLS61: Spreaker's CEO talks New CMS Beta podcast publishing tools
Spreaker Live Show #61 for June 15th, 2016 Our Topics This Week are guest Spreaker CEO Francesco Baschieri, who discusses: - Spreakers New CMS Beta Podcast Publishing Process - Working Remotely Blog Article - Spreaker’s New Free Account Plans Show Duration: 45 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - Start a Podcast for Your Business - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/06/09/start-a-podcast-for-your-business/ - How to Sync Skype with Spreaker Studio for Desktop - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/06/10/how-to-sync-skype-with-spreaker-studio-for-desktop/ - Welcome to Our Spreaker API - http://blog.spreaker.com/2016/06/08/welcome-to-our-spreaker-api/ Detailed Show Notes: Let’s Dive into Spreaker Co-Founder and CEO Francesco Baschieri, he is calling us from Venice, Italy via Google Hangouts into Spreaker Studio for Desktop: Spreakers New CMS Beta Podcast Publishing Process: - What was the Goal of NEW Podcast Content Management System - What does it do and how is it better? - The consolidation of show setup and configuration is powerful - CMS feature roll out will be gradual - Signup to join Beta program by sending email to support@spreaker.com with your profile URL Working Remotely Blog Article you wrote titled “3 Personal Goals for 2016 as the CEO of a Remote Company”: - Is “Working Remotely” a viable option for every organization? Why it works well for Spreaker? - What I personally find challenging as the co-founder/CEO of a remote company, and how I plan to deal with those challenges - The Pros and Cons of Working Remotely - Dealing with on a regular basis: fear, anger and a sense of powerlessness Spreaker’s New Free Account Plan “Free Speech Plan" coming end of June: - Unlimited Daily Live Streaming Sessions “15 Minutes” - Audio Storage 5 Hours - Basic Analytics - Player Embeddable Widget - Multiple Shows - Chat while Streaming Live - No RSS Feed Customization Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions
Wed, June 08, 2016
SLS60: What is a Podcast Network? and Coming Podcasting Conferences?
Spreaker Live Show #60 for June 8th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Podcast Networks, Coming Podcasting Conferences and Simple and Easy Spreaker Account Setup Process with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 41 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - More interviews with Podcast Movement speakers - Spreaker CEO Francesco posts a detailed spreaker rundown on working remotely Detailed Show Notes: Let’s Dive into “Podcast Networks and Coming Podcasting Conferences and Simple and Easy Spreaker Account Setup Process” What is a Podcast Network and Why do they exist? - Group of Shows that may or may not share a common genre, niche or theme - Typically the core reason is to see advertising into a bundle of shows - Marketing, cross-promotion What are the Hot Podcasting Conferences: - New Media Europe is coming in June, 18-19, 2016 - http://newmediaeurope.com/ - Podcast Movement - July 6-8 in Chicago - PodcastMovement.com - Los Angeles Podcast Festival 2016, September 23rd-25th, Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills - HIVIO.com, June in LA (Just happened) - RAIN Summit (RAINNews.com) Nashville, Tennessee, Tuesday, September 20th, 2016 - NAB - April 22-27, 2017 in Las Vegas Why might it be good to attend a Podcasting Conference? - Network with all levels of the eco-system, meet other podcasters, create friendships - Learn about big trends in data, tips on producing great content, equipment and monetizing Simple and Easy Spreaker Account and Show Setup 1) Visit https://Spreaker.com/Plans to select a Podcast Hosting Plan - Plans start as low as $4.99 per month for 100 hours of audio storage & 45 minutes Live Streaming - Get the Free recording and Live Streaming apps for iOS, Android, Windows and Mac - https://www.spreaker.com/start-your-podcast 2) Watch a 5 min Video Demo on how to build a show/podcast in Spreaker - http://blog.spreaker.com/watch-spreaker-demo/ 3) Create User Profile - Click in the Upper Right Corner to get to “Settings” or “My Profile” - Write/Add name, description text, profile image (400x400 .jpg), genre and add links in your Profile Page - Set “Connections” automatic social sharing to yo
Wed, June 01, 2016
SLS59: How To Select Show/Guest Topics, What to Look for in a Co-Host
Spreaker Live Show #59 for June 1st, 2016 Our Topics This Week: How To: Selecting Show/Guest Topics and What to Look for in a Co-Host. We have another new "Spreaker How-To" segment with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 41 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - What’s going on with our iOS apps (Stats is now is the (REC) Studio App for iOS) - 3 Podcasts about Movies for the Weekend - Podcast Movement Speaker Interviews - Spreaker Spring Retreat 2016 (Play Retreat Recording) - Podcast Movement - July 6-8 in Chicago - http://PodcastMovement.com - Spreaker is sponsoring New Media Europe! London June 18-19th - http://NewMediaEurope.com Detailed Show Notes: Let’s Dive into “How To: Selecting Show/Guest Topics and What to Look for in a Co-Host” Selecting Show Discussion Topics as a Show Host: - Think about what is valuable or entertaining to your audience (based on your genre) - Research via Google (Keyword), Google Alerts sent via Email (Google.com/Alerts) - Pull from your personal experience, like I am here. - Evergreen vs. Current events based content? - Look at important keywords that your genre followers are searching for - select those Selecting Guest Discussion Topics: - Focus on 3-4 major discussion areas - Focus on guest background, experiences and do your research on your guest - Discover unique aspects and history around your guests. Listen to prior interviews - Write up interview outline with your ideas around specific directions/questions - It is ok to have a real conversation and not just asking questions, get personal - http://RadioGuestList.com What to Look for in a Co-Host on your Audio Show: - Speaking Quality and Energy - always best to have radio, podcasting experience - Listen to other interviews on TV, Radio and Podcasts they have done in the past - Do a skype call with your potential co-host, listen to how they sound, quality of microphone - Work to create a regular (day & time) recording schedule that you both can keep - http://Assistant.to - Build trust and friendship with them as you will be spending lots of time speaking - Create fun chemistry between each other… so important for your audience Spreaker Links: <a href
Wed, May 18, 2016
SLS58: How To: Building Podcast Listener Distribution
Spreaker Live Show #58 for May 18th, 2016 Our Topic This Week: We dive into and discuss all the major Podcast Listening Apps and platforms. This is another new "Spreaker How-To" episode with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 44 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - How to schedule an episode on Spreaker Studio for Desktop - Interview: Daniel J. Lewis, Speaker at the Podcast Movement - Towards Podcast Movement! - How to Create Your Perfect Podcast Intro - Spreaker is sponsoring New Media Europe! London June 18-19th In our comment and question segment: Tamara Ford wrote: I think Google is sort of copying Spotify. They've also recently added a Podcast section to their service. SLS55: Google Play Podcast Launch, Mobile Recording: American Liberty Radio wrote: Thank you, Rob. I appreciate all the information and I'm looking to upgrade some of my equipment. This was a great show and it helped. - SLS57: All About Microphones and How-To Use Them: From Allan Tépper - Director, TecnoTur LLC and CapicúaF, Contributor, ProVideo Coalition magazine Rob - I hope everything is well. I heard your Microphone episode today and would like to add some comments and additional relevant data to the valuable information you already presented. Everything you said about dynamic versus condenser microphones is absolutely true. However, each time you apparently were trying to say the word “cardioid”, it sounded to me as if you were saying the word “cardio”. They are similar words and both are connected with the English word “heart”. With physical exercise, we talk about cardio (as in cardiovascular) and with microphones, we talk about cardioid. I must further clarify that cardioid (with microphones) is a type of a heart-shaped pickup pattern which is somewhat directional. Cardioid patterns exist with both condenser and dynamic microphones. In fact, each dynamic microphone you mentioned on the show today has a cardioid pattern, including the ATR2100 and the SM7B. The AT2005USB (which is the black version of the ATR2100, and I currently own a couple of AT2005USB) also has a cardioid pattern. The main microphone I currently use in my studio is a BP40 (also dynamic and from Audio-Technica, which I reviewed here) has a supercardioid pattern, which means that it rejects sounds from the sides even more than a typical cardioid pattern, but also means that the person speaking into it must be that more careful to be on-mic as opposed to off-mic. I like the sound of
Wed, May 04, 2016
SLS57: All About Microphones and How-To Use Them
Spreaker Live Show #57 for May 4th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: All About Microphones and How-To Use Them. We have another new "Spreaker How-To" segment with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 43 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - We’re Keeping Episode and 24/7 Live Streams at the Top of episode lists in our spreaker custom apps for iOS/Android - 3 Podcasts all about Cooking - Food, Drink, and Travel Podcast Nanci Jo Shaper is the host of a cool podcast about unique and lively conversations on the world of food, drink, and travel. On each episode, she talks with the top people in their field such as wine experts and winemakers, chefs and restauranteurs, and travel experts - Just Cook It Radio Chef Mario Porreca discovers and shares fun new creations with food and drink, interviews interesting special guests, and prepares some of your favorite dishes live on air! - Let’s Go Eat Podcast The idea behind Bill Alred’s show is super interesting: lots of good things can happen over a meal. You have a little food, a little bit to drink, and the next thing you know you’ve solved all the world’s problems – and that’s what he wants to do with The Let’s Go Eat Show. He finds someone interesting to speak to in every episode from the entertainment world, the arts, or politics and sits down with them for some food, some drinks, and some conversation. - Spreaker is sponsoring New Media Europe! London June 18-19th Detailed Show Notes: Let’s Dive into “All Things Microphone to Help You Get Started Podcasting Quickly” Microphone Types: - Dynamic - Condenser - Cardioid Condenser - Phantom Power - Mobile Phone Built-In Microphones - Mobile Phone Add On Microphones (headphone, miniusb, lightening) - Portability vs. Quality - USB vs. XLR - Proper Setup and Use - Mixers vs. Audio Interface vs. Portable Recorders w/XLR inputs - What is and Why you need a Pop Filter - Studio Booms for In-Home Studio Mics - Wind Screens or Foam for Outdoor Recording - Speaking Distance from Microphone - Mouth Position and Speaking Levels - Recording Enviroments Some Microphone Recommendations - https://marco.org/podcasting-microphones - Picking a Microphone is a very personal choice and is confusing with the range of choices and options. - Rob likes Audio-Technica
Wed, April 27, 2016
SLS56: How To: Spreaker Metrics Tracking Explained
Spreaker Live Show #56 for April 27th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: How To: Spreaker Play and Download Metrics with Rob Greenlee Show Duration: 22 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - How To: Auto-Ducking on Spreaker Studio - plays audio from episode SLS51 - 3 Green Podcasts for Earth Day - April 22nd, Last Friday - The Green Divas Radio Show, - Clean Green Talk Show, - Green is Good - Spreaker is sponsoring New Media Europe! London June 18-19th T-Shirt Winning Comments from: Allan Tépper, Director, TecnoTur LLC and CapicúaFM, Contrib, ProVideo Coalition mag We got some feedback from a More follow up on the launch of the Google Play Music Podcast area.. more follow up on the mobile recording on Android Hi Rob, Like many, I submitted my active show CapicúaFM to Google many months ago and was happy to see it go live. I want to clarify about the download capabilities of the app as it stands now, because even Google Play Music’s own product managers have undersold this feature. The Google Play Music app for Android has always had a feature in the settings that restricts it to getting content when on WiFi to save on bandwidth, and I have always had it set that way. As soon as our shows became searchable in the Play Music Android app. I searched for a show and as soon as I clicked to subscribe each show, it immediately asked me if I wanted to download the three latest episodes. In both cases, I said yes. I don’t know whether that pop-up question comes to all, or perhaps only to those who had previously set the app only to get content when on WiFi. What I can definitely affirm is that for me, it gave me the option to download the most recent three episodes, and did so, since at the end I got a notification saying that those three episodes were downloaded. So no, we can’t yet specifically download specific episodes older than the most recent three. However, by setting the preferences only to get content when on WiFi, and then subscribing to a show, it will then automatically download new episodes when on WiFi. That’s not perfect, but it’s not terrible either. ------------------------------------------- From Last week’s mobile recording episode about android-- here is Allen’s feedback Yes, the iRig Pre offers phantom power. I am extremely familiar with this and several other preamp/A-to-D converters from IK Multimedia (and other manufacturers) after reviewing them for ProVideo Coalition magazine. However, the two microphones mentioned by your guest from Single Gender (if I recall the them correctly) are both dynamic microphones and don't need phantom, and I wouldn't recommend using a Y-XLR cable in a situation where you n
Thu, April 21, 2016
SLS55: Google Play Podcast Launch, Mobile Recording
Spreaker Live Show #55 for April 20th, 2016 from Las Vegas at NAB Show. Our Topics This Week: Special Google Play Music Podcasts Episode. We get you up to speed with this Launch and some really cool tips to podcasting and taking calls on an Android phone with high quality XLR microphones with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 39 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - UK Podcasters Online Conference (which we’re also happily sponsoring), taking place this week on April 21st and 22nd. It’s a totally free online conference dedicated to all aspects of podcasting, with Mike Russell broadcasting live for 36 hours straight, speaking to a new podcaster every hour on the hour. Spreaker is sponsoring New Media Europe! London June 18-19th -Spreaker will be at NAB Show in Las Vegas - today April 20 - 2 Podcasting Panels at NAB - 10:40am today and 3:40pm this afternoon. In our comment and question segment: We got follow-up information from a Spreaker Podcaster K-Town of Same Sex Dialog podcast around Mobile Recording on Android and she sent us an mp3 audio segment describing and demoing her process to create her show with a co-host Kim Style entirely on her mobile android phone using RE20 and RE27 microphones.. Hear the 7 min segment in the episode. - ACR Recording App for Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nll.acr&hl=en - iRig PRE - http://www.amazon.com/IK-Multimedia-iPhone-Android-Devices/dp/B007534LFK - Hosa XLR Splitter - http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-YXF-119-Cable-XLR3M-XLR3F/dp/B000068O58/ - Spreaker Studio for Android - https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spreaker.android.studio&hl=en Detailed Show Notes: Let’s Dive into “Google Play Music Podcasts” Monday Launch - Podcasts listed in the left column of Google Play Music Podcasts - Currently available only in North America and Canada. - Features of Podcast on Google Play Music - Curated Themed Lists, Via Search, Top Charts, “Your Podcasts” list or your click “Subscribed” on your show page, Sharing show, episode. - Bad: Requires Flash on the Web, which blo
Wed, April 13, 2016
SLS54: How-To Take Your Podcast To The Next Level with Spreaker "Store" Apps and Services
Spreaker Live Show #54 for April 13th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Spreaker Podcaster “Store” Custom Show Apps and Services. We have another new "Spreaker How-To" segment with co-host Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 43 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - Is 2016 the year of Podcast Advertising? - Spreaker will be at NAB Show in Las Vegas - April 16-21th at RAIN Summit on the 17th and on three Podcasting Panels T-Shirt Winning Comments from: Loren Weisman host of “Wait What Really Ok” Podcast: We recently discussed music in podcasts: I have uploaded a few things over the past few years, but in the last month, decided to create a Podcast called Wait What Really Ok and the experience has been amazing. The SEO aspects alone have allowed many of my episodes to come up all over the Internet. As example, if you search “how do you add music to your radio show or podcast legally”. - It is the first result with Siri - Comes up on Google, Yahoo and Bing on the top and has been slowly building. He says, I did the show with SSA Music Publishing’s Paula Savastano and I think it could be a solid and short promo piece that could help many podcasters understand not only how to legally use music, but also how to get those musicians paid (it is pennies or actually less on the dollar, but still, it's paying musicians.) Let’s Play a Sample of this Episode http://www.spreaker.com/user/lorenweisman/how-do-you-add-music-to-your-radio-show Detailed Show Notes: - Podcaster services, training and custom apps to help you make a successful show - https://Spreaker.com/store - Free & Pro plans - Get extra audio storage, live streaming time and advanced real-time stats - Free Speech - 30m Live, 10 Hr Audio, No custom RSS, Basic stats, Ads - On-Air Talent - 45m Live, 100 Hr Audio, Custom RSS, Basic Stats - $4.99/$39, -$20 - Broadcaster - 3 hr Live, 500 hr Audio, Custom RSS, Auto Insert, Adv. Stats - $19.99/$199, -$40 - Anchorman - 5 hr Live, 1500 hr Audio, Custom RSS, Auto Insert, Full Stats, Show Promotion - $49.99/$499, -$100 - Station - Unlimited Live, Audio Storage, Custom RSS, Auto Insert, Full Stats, Show Promotion - $119.99/$1,199, -$240 - 1 hour of 128kbps=60 MB of file size - Build a Mobile App dedicated to your podcast - Create an App Wiza
Wed, April 06, 2016
SLS53: Spreaker Podcast Radio Listening App for Android Review
Spreaker Live Show #53 for April 6th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Deep diving into Spreaker Podcast Radio listening App on Android. We have another new "Spreaker How-To" segment co-host on the show and his name is Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 35 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Spreaker Blog Posts at http://Blog.Spreaker.com : - Spreaker will be at NAB Show in Las Vegas - April 16-21th - International Journalism Festival in Perugia (Italy) Spreaker team is on Podcasting and Web Radio panels at the event April 6-10 T-Shirt Winning Comments: Same Sex Dialogue Podcast from Knoxville, Tennessee: Reference to last week Spreaker Studio for Android #52 episode: "Basically we can record or stream with a guest or guests and use the effects (without the guest hearing them) all from our Android device through the mobile app. Yes, it is possible to run two very high quality mics into an Android phone for recording. We use an Electro voice RE/20 & 27 and I've even figured out how to conduct an interview via live or prerecorded and use effects WITHOUT echo or feedback during the show." Detailed Show Notes: - What makes Spreaker Podcast Radio App for Android so new and different? - Very social ”Newsfeed” feature with the latest episodes from user favorite shows and Spreaker users follow and liked. - “Channels” is topic-based curated but automatic episode updating playlists of podcasts like “Comedy Fun, Public Radio Sounds”, Basketball Talk, Hourly News, Politics L&R, Money, Tech and more in a lean-back radio-like listening experience. - “Explore” curated playlists by theme, topic, genre and media property podcast recommendations. - Spreaker App has 123,000 shows in the app, most popular 3,000 podcasts available as externally hosted, pass-through shows. Phone and horizontal mode tablet version only (no profile mode rotation). - “Favorites” show list that has the ability to auto-downloads (NEW up to 5 episodes, Always Enable, Never Enable, Ask Me Everytime) and just give quick links to episodes lists for the show(s). - “Playlists” - Listen Later, Likes, Downloads, Listening (History) - “Settings”: Wi-Fi only, Wi-Fi and Cell Data options, Storage: Auto,Internal,SD, Notifications: New Episode Available - Languages: English, Estonian, Finnish, French, German, Greek, Hungarian, Icelandic Show Links: - Spreaker Podcast Radio App for Android (See Video) - https://play.google.com/stor
Wed, March 30, 2016
SLS52: How-To Mobile Podcast Recording w/Spreaker Studio apps and Corey Coates, The Podcast Producers series
Spreaker Live Show #52 for March 30th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Deep diving into the great features of the FREE "Spreaker Studio for Mobile iOS/Android apps" and guest interview with Podfly's and The Podcast Producer series host Corey Coates. We have a new "Spreaker How-To" segment co-host on the show and his name is Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 33 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Guest Interview: Corey Coates, Founder, http://Podfly.net and host of http://ThePodcastProducers.com series Twitter: http://twitter.com/coreyryancoates Detailed Show Notes: - Spreaker Studio for iOS and Android focus - Why should a podcaster use it? Free, Free to Rec (128K), Easy, Supports Mobile Recording - Plus: Live Episode Streams with FREE or “Pro Station” Plans - Auto-Ducking or Turn Mic Off - Then “Push To Talk” - Access to your Spreaker Account - Metrics, Likes, Sources, Demo, Geolocation - Supports 1 Microphone - Phone Mic or Higher Quality Lightening Port, Adapter to USB to USB hubs for iPhone, iPads. Android mini-USB adapter - Playlists, Tracks, Effects all customizable with your pre-recorded audio - Integrated Interactive Chat Window to view and enter - Replace audio - Spreaker - Does not Update iHeartRadio - Record and Export to Spreaker via public or private upload to get for editing, then republishing - Shure MV88 iOS Digital Stereo Condenser Microphone - $149 (small iOS microphone) - Apple compatible with all iOS devices equipped with Lightning connector - Matched cardioid and bi-directional - Automatically adjusts EQ, compression and limiting for optimal results - Innovative hinge/rotation design supports multiple recording angles - iRig MIC Cast - Ultra-compact microphone for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad and Android - $39.99 Corey Coates joins me to explore the amazing “The Podcast Producers Series” that has wrapped a 10-part season 1 focused on the art and business of podcasting. This series speaks with some of the leaders in the podcasting space today to tell a detailed story about the unique area called “Podcasts”. The series is hosted by Jessica Rhodes and Corey Coates. Corey Coates has been podcasting since 2006. He is an audio engineer who has worked on countless podcast projects with his production company, Podfly Productions. He is the former host of This Week in Costa Rica, Five Gallon Podcast, and was the program director for the Overseas Radio
Wed, March 23, 2016
SLS51: How-To Podcast: Using Spreaker Studio for Desktop App
Spreaker Live Show #51 for March 23th, 2016 Our Topics This Week: Deep diving into the great features of the FREE "Spreaker Studio for Desktop" app for Win/Mac and a discussion about the scale and size of podcasting today on Spreaker and iTunes. We have a new "Spreaker How-To" segment co-host on the show and his name is Alex Exum @AlexExum and he is based in LA and hosts "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" show. Show Duration: 39 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dotcom) Co-Host: Alex Exum, Spreaker Host of "The Exum Experience" and the "Spreaker Studio Review" shows at @AlexExum Detailed Show Notes: - Meet our new show Co-Host Alex Exum and learn more about his Low-Power FM interests and his passion for Spreaker - Learn how to earn an #iLovePodcasting T-Shirt by sending in an email/audio MP3 feedback to rob at spreaker.com - Recent posts to Blog.Spreaker.com - "The Pros and Cons of Working Remotely: Spreaker Team is all over Europe" - Discussion on numbers of shows and podcasts on Spreaker and total number of podcasts available in total - Dive into Spreaker Studio for Desktop! https://www.spreaker.com/desktop-studio/download - Why should a podcaster use it? Free, Free to Rec (128K), Easy, Supports Pro: Win/Mac - Plus: Live Episode Streams, Live 24/7 Online Radio Station Streaming “Pro Station” Plan - CNN even uses it for its remote recordings, languages-EN, Italian, Spanish - Supports up to 4 USB Microphones - Direct Input (no mixer needed). - CPU Performance Adjustment - “Slow CPU” or “Fast CPU” - will delay headphone play monitoring - Skype Integration plug in “VB-Cable” on Windows, “SoundFlower” on MAC - Playlists, Tracks, Effects all customizable with your pre-recorded audio - Integrated Interactive Chat Window to view and enter - New Feature: Auto-Ducking - Will reduce track play volume when you speak into mic - Record and Export, Upload later to publish Episodes - Rob uses Sony SoundForge Audio Studio 10 - Win/MAC for editing of mp3,wav - $59/$120 - Option to use Free Levelator software to boost, level and clean your audio - Rob explains how he uses the Spreaker Studio for Desktop software when I am on the road - Recommended Audio-Technica ATR-2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone - $59 - Mackie Onyx Blackjack 2x2 USB Recording Audio Interface - $159 (2 microphones XLR inputs to USB) - Optional Pro Level Dynamic Microphones: Heil PR-40 - $300, Shure SM7B - $350 Show Links: - Alex's Spreaker Studio Review Show - https://www.spreaker.com/show/new-spreaker-studio-proto
Wed, March 16, 2016
SLS50: Live On-Stage Podcasting w/Julian Clark, Host, After Dark Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #50 for March 16th, 2016 Our Topic: Hollywood-based “After Dark with Julian Clark” show at The Second City Studio Theater in LA and on the Adore.fm Podcast Network. Julian Clark joins us to discuss his clip-centric late night experience complete with digital shorts, up-and-coming comedians and celebrity guests from television and film. This is the next-generation take on the late night talk show format, built by LA’s underground comedy scene and catering to an internet audience. If you enjoy what you hear, you’ll also enjoy what you see. See video version of the show at: https://youtube.com/AfterDarkComedy Show Duration: 31 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Show Guest: Julian Clark performs weekly or monthly at Second City in "After Dark with Julian Clark" Late Night style stage show. He can also be seen performing at UCB LA and iO West. Julian has traveled to comedy festivals around the country, headlining at venues in Chicago, New York, San Francisco and Austin. He recently booked a guest-star role on Spike TV's 'Tattoo Nightmares,' where he played a sailor in one of their sketch comedy reenactments. Show Guest Topics: - Give us a brief on your After Dark Show that you host Live on stage at Second City in LA? - How did you get started doing this show? What is your background? You started on video first, then audio. - How has the response been to having an audio version of your Live show as a Podcast? - Julian talks about his teams process for creating a video show and an audio podcast - We also discuss the response young hollywood actors have to his online only Late Night show. - We discuss Beth Hall from (CBS' Mom and AMC's Mad Men) who guests on the show - Discuss coming couple of episodes with Matt McGorry (Netflix's Orange Is The New Black and ABC's How To Get Away With Murder), Katherine McNamara (Freeform's Shadowhunters and Maze Runner: Scorch Trials). Show Guest Links: http://www.afterdarkwithjulianclark.com/ https://adore.fm/after-dark-with-julian-clark/ https://www.spreaker.com/show/after-dark-with-julian-clark https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/after-dark-with-julian-clark/id1085326257?mt=2 https://twitter.com/AfterDarkClark https://www.facebook.com/AfterDarkClark/ <br /
Wed, March 02, 2016
SLS49: Podcasts, NextRadio App w/Jeff Smulyan, CEO, Emmis Communications
Spreaker Live Show #49 for March 2nd, 2016 Our Topic is the merging of commercial radio, podcasting and online streaming radio. We also discuss the NextRadio app that uses an FM chip that is in most smartphones today to connect to FM radio in listeners local radio markets. We also discuss whether getting podcasts content added to NextRadio is a potential future opportunity in the app. The interview was done on the exhibition floor in the Spreaker booth at the National Religious Broadcaster's Proclaim16 Convention (NRBConvention.com) Feb 26, 20016 in Nashville. Show Duration: 18 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Show Guest: Jeffrey H. Smulyan, Chairman, CEO, and Founder Emmis Communications Corporation, an Indianapolis–based radio and publishing company with operations in 9 U.S. markets. He widely recognized as one of the most visionary leaders in the radio industry. He is also the leading advocate of getting FM-enabled wireless devices in smartphones. He shepherded the unification of the radio industry behind the installation of the Emmis-created NextRadio application in a broad array of FM-enabled wireless devices, allowing consumers to listen to their local radio stations without data charges. Who owns and operates 19 FM and 4 AM radio stations in the nation’s largest markets and city/regional magazines, including national titles Texas Monthly and Los Angeles. Emmis owns the two top hip-hop brands in the world, KPWR Power 106 in Los Angeles and HOT 97 in New York City. Show Guest Topics: - He tells us about Emmis Communications and what the company operates in those 9 US markets? - How does he sees US commercial radio stations changing formats over the next few years to appeal to millennial? - Does he think Public Radio’s formats and quality impact commercial radio? - Whether he thinks commercial talk radio will adding more on-demand / podcasting? - Should radio stations develop new talk radio talent by creating original audio podcast shows at the local level? - How will CarPlay and Android Auto impact talk radio stations and audio distribution and listening in the car? - What are his thoughts on metrics around download distribution and advertiser support of podcasts. IAB role? - He gives an update on NextRadio and the possibility of adding audio podcasts to the app? Show Guest Links: http://Emmis.com http://nextradioapp.com http://jacobsmediablog.com/2016/01/29/jeff-smulyans-5-things-every-radio-professional-should-know-about-nextradio/ http://nrb.org <a href="
Thu, February 25, 2016
SLS48: Christian Radio Syndication and Podcasting, Matt Thomas of Know The Truth (KTT.org)
Spreaker Live Show #48 for Feb 25th, 2016 Our Topic is National Syndication of Christian Radio and the move to podcasting. The struggle between re-distribution and original content. Scales of national syndication of the radio side across the USA and the growing importance of podcasting to reach younger listeners. We discuss the National Religious Broadcaster's Proclaim16 Convention (NRBConvention.com) Feb 22-26, 20016 in Nashville. Show Duration: 33 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Show Guest: Matt Thomas, Executive Director, “Know The Truth” (KTT.org) Matt Thomas, Executive Director, “Know The Truth” (KTT.org) and is a nationally syndicated radio show aired on over 450 radio stations. Produces the “Know The Truth Daily Podcast” in iTunes. Matt is on the radio/podcasting panel session here at Proclaim16. Show Guest Topics: - Tell us about your Nationally Syndicated “Know The Truth Radio Show and Daily Podcast”? - Is the podcast version of the radio show different? - How long have you been offering the podcast? How important is the podcast now? - How important is the radio distribution part for the show now as digital has started to take off? - Is your radio distribution via satellite? - What do you think about streaming, radio vs. the download model of podcasting? - What are some of the best ways Podcasting can be used to spread the word of god and faith! - Where to you record the show? - How should faith-based podcasters promote their shows and is local the future? or do you see more of a national/global focus? - Let’s talk about NRB (National Religious Broadcasters) and Proclaim16 Convention? - Have you been before to NRB events? - Is on demand audio going to dramatically change radio in the near term? Apps in Cars? Show Guest Links: http://KTT.org https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/know-the-truth/id408970384?mt=2 http://nrb.org http://www.nrbconvention.org/ https://twitter.com/NRBConvention https://twitter.com/DrJerryJohnson https://www.facebook.com/nrbconvention https://plus.google.com/115151268354410737986/posts Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker
Thu, February 25, 2016
SLS47: Christian Radio to Podcasting, Wayne Shepherd, Radio/Podcast Host
Spreaker Live Show #46 for Feb 25th, 2016 Our Topic is Christian Radio and Television are starting to add Audio Podcasting to there distribution mix. Podcasting can be doing by anyone and any voice. The faith-based podcasting market is wide open to all types of worship and faith-based life tips and information that can help christians live a healthy and fullfilling faith filled life. In this episode we discuss the National Religious Broadcaster's Proclaim16 Convention (NRBConvention.com) Feb 22-26, 20016 in Nashville Show Duration: 33 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Show Guest: Wayne Shepherd, President, Wayne Shepherd Communications Wayne Shepherd, President, Wayne Shepherd Communications moderated the radio/podcasting panel session here at Proclaim16. Wayne Shepherd’s voice is heard widely in Christian radio and television, as well as numerous audio books and special projects. With over 40 years of broadcast experience, Wayne serves a growing number of clients as a radio host, interviewer, VO talent, and consultant. He serves on the Boards of National Religious Broadcasters (NRB) Show Guest Topics: - Has digital media/radio and now podcasting changed how Christians worship these days? Has it increased access to worship? - What are some of the best ways Podcasting can be used to spread the word of god and faith? - Discusses his First Person Interview Podcast that is all about stories and authentic discussions - So many show topic ideaa beyond the mega church recording of sermons for their faith-based podcasts? What are they? - How should faith-based podcasters promote their shows? - Let’s talk about NRB (National Religious Broadcasters) and Proclaim16 Convention? It's 40 year importance to your career? - What are other opportunities for Faith-based Radio? - How should Christian Radio embrace podcasting? Show Guest Links: http://www.wayneshepherd.net http://www.firstpersoninterview.com/ http://nrb.org http://www.nrbconvention.org/ https://twitter.com/NRBConvention https://twitter.com/DrJerryJohnson https://www.facebook.com/nrbconvention https://plus.google.com/115151268354410737986/posts Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm <a href="http://blog.spreaker.com" rel=
Wed, February 17, 2016
SLS46: Faith-Based Podcasting, Dr. Jerry Johnson, CEO of National Religious Broadcasters
Spreaker Live Show #46 for Feb 17th, 2016 Our Topic is Faith-Based Podcasting and are Church Podcasts Replacing Church attendance in this episode. Religion themed podcasts have the largest number of shows today in podcasting. In this episode we discuss the National Religious Broadcaster's Proclaim16 Convention (NRBConvention.com) Feb 22-26, 20016 in Nashville with guest Dr. Jerry Johnson, President and CEO | National Religious Broadcasters (NRB.org) Show Duration: 25 minutes Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Show Guest: Dr. Jerry Johnson, President and CEO of National Religious Broadcasters (NRB.org) is Dr. Jerry A. Johnson is President and Chief Executive Officer of the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB.org) located in the Washington, DC. NRB is an international association of Christian communicators whose member organizations represent millions of viewers, listeners and readers worldwide. The mission of the NRB is to advance biblical truth, to promote media excellence, and to defend free speech. Show Guest Topics: - Has digital media changed how Christians worship these days with the rapid growth of Internet and smartphones? Has it increased access to faith-based traditions? - Is Podcasting a way to reach and connect to a more Virtual Church Full Church Sermon experience? Is it the future? - Should churches go beyond just recording sermons for their podcasts to connect with younger podcast listeners? - Do you see church podcasts being more important to local churches or are you seeing more of a national/global focus? Large church leaders have been embracing podcasting (Joel Osteen, Joyce Meyer, Charles Stanley) - Hear all about National Religious Broadcasters Proclaim16 Convention in Nashville next week? Attendance? Expo? Focus of the Event? Themes? Dates? - How should Christian Radio stations embrace podcasting? Show Guest Links: http://nrb.org http://www.nrbconvention.org/ https://twitter.com/NRBConvention https://twitter.com/DrJerryJohnson https://www.facebook.com/nrbconvention https://plus.google.com/115151268354410737986/posts Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Video D
Wed, February 10, 2016
SLS45: Music in Podcasts, Aaron Roden, Air-Raid Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #45 for Feb 10th, 2016 Our Topics this week are music in podcasts, follow up comments on the Bridge Ratings Podcast Research in SLS episode 44. Show Duration: 37 minutes and 15 seconds Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) We got some great comments about last weeks “Podcasting at a Crossroads” episode #44 - Gail Nobles wrote - I don't understand what's holding things back. The only thing I can think of is competition and money. Those two things affect a lot of things in our world. Podcasting is just as good as anything. Especially in this day and age of computer and internet. Podcasting is great, and it's great for writers and bloggers. When there was only radio, you had to listen and there was nothing to read. Podcast is about audio and reading because of the Internet. I love the name "Podcast". Gail, I agree the name podcast is not really holding it back, but is still not as easy to listen and find what you might like yet. Technology will get better and help. - Elsie & Jessica on http://ShePodcast.com – Said in these audio clips: - Bridge Ratings Podcast Research – 1 - Podcasting is To Hard – Short Listening-2 - Downloading vs. Streaming-3 - Podcast Name Change to OnDemand Audio-4 Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com with Articles and Spreaker News - Q & A Interview: Josh Nielsen, Founder of Zencastr and Speaker at the Asia Pacific Podcast Conference - Fri and Sat 2/12-13 in New Zealand - Spreaker Studio for Desktop now has Auto-ducking and chat in browser Pop-out feature! Show Guest: Aaron Roden, Air-Raid Podcast Aaron Roden, Host of the Air-Raid Podcast on the Adore.fm Podcast Network. The Air-Raid podcast launched in the summer of 2010 after he, an avid podcast listener, had an epiphany—he likes to talk and he has some great artist friends with interesting stories and great independent music. Show Guest Topics: - Before we get into learning about your Air-Raid Podcast…Tell us about your background? - How did the Air-Raid show start? - Tell us about coming episode with actor Jack Quaid (son of Dennis and Meg Ryan) to discuss his February 14th Premiere of HBO's new series 'Vinyl' - Tell us about some of your other favorite episodes of your Show - How do you get legal music into your podcast? - You have done LIVE stage event recordings of your show.. Was it helpful? - How should podcasting move forward to unlock it’s potential? Show Guest Links: http://www.air-raid.net https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-air-
Wed, February 03, 2016
SLS44: Podcasting at a Crossroads, Dave Van Dyke, BridgeRatings.com
Spreaker Live Show #44 for Feb 3rd, 2016 Our Topic this week is about some recent Podcast Research that has come out from BridgeRatings.com based out of Los Angeles. The research report is titled “Podcasting at a Crossroads” that has the controversial conclusion that “Podcasts have such tremendous potential yet its download model fails to provide the platform’s potential - audience growth, ad revenue and value.” Dave Van Dyke, President of BridgeRatings.com Show Duration: 36 minutes and 50 seconds Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Spreaker Blog at http://Blog.Spreaker.com with Articles and Spreaker News - Q & A’s with Cliff Ravenscraft, Will Fleming – Asia Pacific Conference – Feb 12-13 in New Zealand Show Guest: Dave Van Dyke, President of media research company BridgeRatings.com Dave Van Dyke, President of Bridge Ratings.com and long-time radio industry station manager and consultant to the industry. Bridge Ratings provides guidance research services to media companies and investment firms seeking immediate and timely behavioral data related to media use. Along with users of the traditional radio medium, Bridge Ratings provides current analysis of consumer behavior related to satellite radio, Internet radio, MP3 players, Podcasting, social media and mobile phone entertainment use. Show Guest Topics: - Dave talks about his background in radio, podcast research and how you did this study? - Recent research report is titled “Podcasting at a Crossroads” that has the controversial conclusion! - Only about 10% of persons over the age of 12 have listened to a podcast in the last week. - This number grows when considering younger consumers between the ages of 18 and 34. - Why hasn't consumption of podcasting audio grow faster? - Is Ease of Use the key issue? - Are Podcasts Too Long? - Why is Streaming the solution? - Download is where usage is mostly today because of iTunes! - Why aren't podcasts streamed like music? - Your research showed that we should change the “Podcasting” name to? 64% did not know that it means? - “Audio on demand” scored much better term for people understand? - How would podcast consumption grow by streaming them? Your research shows a 40% growth potential 2016 - Fine line of a difference between streaming and downloading in some usage situations in some platforms - How should podcasting move forward to unlock the potential - “Podcasting” is over 10 years established? Show Guest Links: http://www.bridgeratings.com/blog/2016/1/29/podcasting-at-a-crossroads http
Wed, January 27, 2016
SLS43: Evolving Paths to Podcasting, Erin Sharoni, Host of “The Evolver Show"
Spreaker Live Show #43 for Jan 27th, 2016 Show Duration: 30 minutes and 2 seconds Spreaker Blog at Blog.Spreaker.com with Articles and Spreaker News - Spreaker Podcast Radio for Android: What’s New!- Introducing the Newsfeed section! - Ready for the Asia Pacific Podcast Conference coming this February? Show Guest: Erin Sharoni, Host of “Evolver Show with Erin Sharoni” on Spreaker and Adore Podcast Network. Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Erin Sharoni, Host of “Evolver Show with Erin Sharoni” on Spreaker and the Adore Podcast Network. Erin Sharoni’s unique background in the arts, science, technology and media make her the ultimate creative. Currently, a Creative Strategist for biotech startup InsideTracker, she is also an artist, DJ and producer, a writer for DJ Mag, and sports television host and anchor. Formerly, she held on-air hosting roles on NBC Sports Network, CNBC, SHOWTIME and CBS Sports. Her writing has appeared on CBSSports.com, Huffington Post and TIME.com Show Guest Topics: - Tell us about your background… media, arts, music and why your got into sportscasting and now podcasting - Explains that all creative content creation is storytelling - Talks about her passion for science and space - She talks about creating music and writing for DJ Mag - Covers her role as a Creative Strategist for bio-startup InsideTracker to analyze blood health - What was her on camera experience at big media at places like NBC Sports, Showtime, CBS Sports - How has your big media experience helps you be a podcaster? Show Guest Links: https://www.spreaker.com/show/evolver-show-with-erin-sharoni https://www.spreaker.com/show/bring-your-body-with-erin-sharoni https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/evolver-show-erin-sharoni/id1021849986?mt=2 https://twitter.com/ErinSharoni https://www.facebook.com/erinsharoni/ Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Video Demo of Spreaker Podcast Radio App: http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: <a href="http:
Wed, January 20, 2016
SLS42: Growth Hacking Podcasting, Geoff Colon, Microsoft Emerging Social Media
Spreaker Live Show #42 for Jan 20th, 2016 Show Duration: 62 minutes and 2 seconds Guest: Geoff Colon is a Group Product Marketing Manager and Social Data subject matter expert at Microsoft and Podcast host "Disruptive FM". Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Geoff Colon is a Group Product Marketing Manager and Social Data subject matter expert at Microsoft In his role, Geoffrey leads a scrum team of hybrid creative and analytical marketers who create, execute and measure digitally-driven communications to help drive education and adoption of Microsoft Search Advertising products. Geoffrey was VP of digital strategy at Ogilvy & Mather in New York City. Geoffrey is host of the weekly marketing podcast for eccentric minds, called Disruptive FM (on Spreaker), producer and host of video series “#AdHacks” and The Disruptive Marketer, is a LinkedIn influencer and blogs regularly on Medium, DisruptiveMarketer.net and the Microsoft Search Advertising blog. Colon’s first book “Disruptive Marketing: What Growth Hackers, Data Punks, And Other Hybrid Thinkers Can Teach Us About Navigating The New Normal” is due to be released on August 15, 2016 on AMACOM Books Topics: - He describes his role at Microsoft as a Group Product Marketing Manager of Emerging and Social Media? - Future of our social interaction with technology that will empower people to connect in the real world. - Discusses Microsoft intersected with podcasting and his interest in the on demand audio medium? - How is advertising changing today as the world becomes more polarized and authentic? - How should advertising in podcasts develop? Dynamic Insertion or Live Reads or Both or Something New? - What do podcasters need to do to grow audiences these days? - How he thinks podcasting is changing now and where are the opportunities that you see today? Show Links: http://geoffreycolon.net http://DisruptiveMarketer.net https://www.spreaker.com/show/disruptive-fm http://www.slideshare.net/geoffreycolon/introduction-to-podcasting-49572313 http://twitter.com/djgeoffe http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Video Demo of Spreaker Podcast Radio App: <a href="http://youtu.be/YZ3Jd
Wed, January 13, 2016
SLS41: Race to Dominate Podcasting, Seth Resler, Jacobs Media
Spreaker Live Show #41 for Jan 13th, 2016 Show Duration: 43 minutes and 2 seconds Guest: Seth Resler, Digital Dot Connector, Jacobs Media and writes for the JacobsMediaBlog.com and AllAccess.com “Broadcaster Meets Podcaster” column Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Seth Resler, Digital Dot Connector, Jacobs Media and writes for the JacobsMediaBlog.com and AllAccess.com “Broadcaster Meets Podcaster” column. He is doing interviews with radio and podcast industry leaders at SethResler.com and is also 20-year broadcast radio veteran. He has years of experience both on the mic and behind the programming desk. Then he left full time radio to enter the new world of online marketing and then that took him back to podcasting and online radio. Topics: - Seth tells us about his radio background and his role of being a Digital Dot Connector to Radio. - Seth talks about his experience with the podcasting space and community, what is different from Radio? - Answers question “The Biggest Podcasting Event of the Year Just Happened. Where Was Commercial Radio?” - We discuss how podcasting can help radio? - Seth talks about the inspiration for his article “The Race to Dominate the World of Podcasting” - Talks about advertisers wanting standard podcasting metrics - Nielsen, A New Player or Apple/Google? - His prediction about podcasting in the future? - He tells us about the WorldWideRadioSummit.com in LA this April, 2016 Show Links: http://tastetrekkers.com http://SethResler.com http://SethResler.com/the-future-of-podcasting-and-radio-on-the-new-media-show/ http://jacobsmediablog.com http://www.allaccess.com/podcast/broadcaster-meets-podcaster http://www.worldwideradiosummit.com/wwrs2016/ http://jacobsmedia.com http://www.allaccess.com/next-steps/archive/23471/my-best-columns-of-2015 http://twitter.com/sethresler http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.c
Wed, January 06, 2016
SLS40: Jason Hawes, SYFY Ghost Hunter and Host BeyondRealityRadio.com
Spreaker Live Show #40 for Jan 6th, 2016 Show Duration: 35 minutes and 10 seconds Guest: Jason Hawes, Star and Co-Producer of SYFY's Ghost Hunter TV Show and Host BeyondRealityRadio.com and podcast Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Jason Hawes, host of Beyond Reality Radio on Spreaker and is founder of The Atlantic Paranormal Society, which is based in Warwick, Rhode Island. He is also one of the stars and co-producers of Syfy's Ghost Hunters, which just finished its tenth season. Topics: - What hooked Jason on investigating the Paranormal? Then creating TV, Radio Show, Books? - We discover whether Ghosts have been proven to exist yet? - Discussion about his content creation process and how he builds highly engaged audiences. - We hear about the Ghost Hunter TV series that just finished its 10th season. - Jason discusses his Live Beyond Reality Online Radio Show and Podcast on Spreaker. - Jason also shares his vision and thoughts on the importance of podcasting. Show Links: http://BeyondRealityRadio.com http://JasonHawes.com http://the-atlantic-paranormal-society.com http://twitter.com/jchawes http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Video Demo of Spreaker Podcast Radio App: http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA Send Questions and Comments to: Twitter: http://Twitter.com/spreaker using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, December 30, 2015
SLS39: Podcasting Down Under w/Joel Zammit, Host SansPantsRadio.com
Spreaker Live Show #39 for Dec 30th, 2015 Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Guest: Joel Zammit, Business Manager and Host at SansPantsRadio.com in Australia Joel Zammit, Co-host of the ""Plumbing The Death Star" podcast from SansPants Radio and Media Lecturer/Tutor at La Trobe University in Melbourne, Australia. He has been doing SansPants Radio since 2011. The SansPants Radio is part of Spreaker’s Adore.fm Podcast Network. SansPants produces 5 podcasts out of a studio in Austraila called “Plumbing the Death Star”, which is a flagship show from the group, others are “Shut up a Second”, “D&D is For Nerds”, “Movie Maintenance” and a new show called “It’s Just Good Business”. Topics: - Joel talks about his background, how SansPants start creating shows? - Discussion about their Melbourne studios and the team of great co-hosts in shows - We run through each show and give a run down on what is interesting about each show? - iTunes selected “Plumbing The Death Star” and "D&D is For Nerds" as a Top podcast in 2015 - What is SansPants approach to podcasting on the content side, what are you trying to do? - What is “Cool” now about podcasting as younger people are not typically interested in podcasting? Show Links: http://SansPantsRadio.com http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Video Demo of Spreaker Podcast Radio App: http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, December 23, 2015
SLS38: Podcasting in Europe, Karin Hoegh, Podcasting Consultant, Podconsult.dk
Spreaker Live Show #38 for Dec 23th, 2015 Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Guest: Karin Hoegh, Podcast Consultant at http://Podconsult.dk/english in Denmark Karin Hoegh, Is a very long-time Podcast Consultant at http://Podconsult.dk/english out of Denmark… Karin is very well known in the podcasting community and has been a vocal advocate for podcasts in Europe. She is joining me on the show to give her real world experience around Podcasting in Europe… Karin has been a very active representative of the podcasting in Denmark, since the very early days of Podcasting. Topics: - Can you update us on the impression you have of the podcasting market in Denmark and in other parts of Europe? - What are you seeing around podcasting awareness and listenership and new content growth? - I attended a Podcast Meetup in Barcelona, Spain a week ago and all the podcasters spoke in their podcasts using Spanish, but agreed that the most popular podcasts people listen to in Spain are in English. - Yet, it seems that still very small levels of the population in Europe even know what a podcast is - Music radio is still so strong and talk is just not that big generally… will it get more popular as the content variety of podcasting grows? - Do you think European media will ever get excited about podcasting, like what the USA media has done because of “Serial”? Show Links: http://www.Podconsult.dk/english Video Demo of Spreaker Podcast Radio App: http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Sat, December 19, 2015
Full Nielsen Audio Conference Podcasting Panel - 2015
Here is a special episode of the Spreaker Live Show. In this episode you will hear the entire podcasting panel discussion that took place in Washington DC on Dec 3-4, 2015. Podcasting and Radio: How Broadcasters Can Engage Audiences and Generate Revenue with On-Demand Audio A look at the state of podcasting today and a preview of what’s to come from Jacobs Media. Learn how radio stations can leverage their resources to enter the world of podcasting and create new revenue streams. Speakers: Seth Resler, Digital Dot Connector, Jacobs Media Rob Kass, Vice President, Product Leadership, Nielsen Rob McCracken, Director, Digital Solutions Group, Scripps Media Rob Walch, Vice President, Podcaster Relations, Libsyn Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker Mathilde Piard, Product Manager, NPR http://www.nielsen.com/us/en/events/2015/audio-client-conference.html
Wed, December 09, 2015
SLSN37: Nielsen brings Podcast Measurement, Rob Kass, VP of Digital Audio at Nielsen
Spreaker Live Show #37 for Dec 9th, 2015 from Nielsen Audio Client Conference in Washington DC: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Guest: Rob Kass, VP of Digital Audio, The Nielsen Company In this role, Rob is responsible for the strategic vision and product execution of Nielsen’s Digital Audio Measurement service. He is a Nielsen veteran with strong radio roots, Rob plays a lead role in setting the strategy and direction for Digital Audio clients. Prior to joining Nielsen, Rob held marketing, production, promotions and on-air roles at CBS Radio in Chicago and at a couple of Cumulus Radio stations in Chicago. Topics: -This year’s conference focuses on the Total Audio landscape… What does that mean? -How is the spoken word audio landscape changing? -How can Radio and Podcasting work together to grow overall audio usage? -Talk Radio’s place in the music dominated ecosystem and are consumer tastes changing? -How do you see Nielsen engaging with on-demand audio and podcasting? -How Nielsen is preparing for the future of audio measurement with a new measurement SDK? Show Links: http://www.nielsen.com/audioconference Video Demo of Spreaker Podcast Radio App: http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, December 02, 2015
SLS36: Podcasting Fear: Mur Lafferty, Podcast Hall of Famer
Spreaker Live Show #36 for Dec 2nd, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Guest: Mur Lafferty is an editor, a writer, and another 11-year podcast veteran and an inaugural inductee to the Podcast Hall of Fame at Podcast Movement earlier this year. Her podcast shows “I Should Be Writing” and “Ditch Diggers” look at the writer's life from the standpoint of a beginner and a pro, respectively. She has won several podcasting and writing awards, including the Parsec Award and the John W. Campbell award. Her website is at http://murverse.com and edits the new magazine Mothership Zeta from Escape Artists at http://mothershipzeta.org Topics: - How have you overcome the fear of podcasting? - How did she think her podcasting has changed in 11 years? - How has podcasting changed her life? - How was it to be inducted into the Podcast Hall of Fame at Podcast Movement? - She tells us about the shows that she creates today? - What is her content production approach and recording setup? - What is important today for a new content producer to understand before starting a new show? - Rob Greenlee has recorded a screen capture video demo of the new Spreaker Podcast Radio app for Android – http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA - New Updated Spreaker Studio app for Windows/Mac added microphone volume boost and audio limiting - Show Promo for "The Doug Stewart Show" of the Adore.fm Podcast Network Spreaker Links: http://www.murverse.com http://www.mothershipzeta.org http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA http://thedougstewartshow.com http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, November 25, 2015
SLS35: Podcast as Radio with Mat Kaplan, Planetary Radio
Spreaker Live Show #35 for Nov 25th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Guest Mat Kaplan, Planetary Radio Producer/Host is an official show from “The Planetary Society” at http://planetary.org is lead by CEO, Bill Nye. The show visits with a scientist, engineer, project manager, astronaut, advocate or writer who provides a unique and exciting perspective on the exploration of our solar system and beyond. Topics: - Hear a clip from your show with Planetary Society CEO Bill Nye and StarTalk Radio’s Neil Degrasse Tyson - Tell us about the Planetary Radio Show and your journey to launch it on broadcast radio and online radio? - When did you start podcasting the show? - Did is start as a podcast and then become a radio show? - How has the show production changed over the years? - What is the purpose and mission of the Planetary Society? - How should a new or existing content creator and radio folks think about the podcasting medium? - Recorded a screen capture video demo of new Spreaker Podcast Radio app for Android – http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA - New Updated Spreaker Studio app for Windows/Mac added microphone volume boost and audio limiting - Show Promo clip from Alex Z aka theZim host of “Word On the Street” podcast - WOTSPodcast.com Spreaker Links: http://www.planetary.org http://WOTSPodcast.com http://youtu.be/YZ3JddcxQjA http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.comhttps ://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, November 18, 2015
SLS34: Podcasts vs Radio w/Steven Goldstein CEO of AmplifiMedia
Spreaker Live Show #34 for Nov 18th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(docom) Guest: Steven Goldstein, CEO of AmplifiMedia.com an Podcasting and On-Demand Audio Strategy Consultancy. Steven is recognized as a thought leader in audio programming, marketing and management. Has developed numerous successful radio brands and nurtured and advanced local and national talent at NBC Radio, CBS Radio and Sega Communications. Topics: - Most audio today is still consumed in real-time on radio, but how rapidly is it changing to on-demand? - How is Podcasting, or on-demand audio, altering the big business of broadcast radio? - How are podcasts different than radio? - Audio content creators need to understand the space and develop strategies to optimize it? - How should a new or existing content creator and radio folks think about the podcasting medium? - Adore.fm Podast Network Promo: Air-Raid Podcast Hosted by Aaron Roden, he drops bombs of awesome music in your earholes. Spreaker Links: http://www.amplifimedia.com/blogstein/ http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, November 11, 2015
SLS33: New Spreaker Android App, Dogma Debate Show Host, David Smalley
Spreaker Live Show #33 for Nov 11th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest Co-Host: David Smalley, Host of Dogma Debate Show at DogmaDebate.com Topics: - Details about the New "Spreaker Podcast Radio" app on Android - http://blog.Spreaker.com - Hear sample clip from Adore.fm show "Plumbing The Death Star" show - Hear sample clip from Dogma Debate interview with Star Talk's Neil Degrasse Dyson - Discuss the Dogma Debate show concept, production and audience growing tips - Nielsen's Audio Partners Conference in Washington, DC Spreaker Links: http://DogmaDebate.com http://adore.fm/plumbing-the-death-star http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, November 04, 2015
SLSD32: Connected Car at Dash Conference with John Ellis
Spreaker Live Show #32 for Nov 4th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest: John Ellis, Connected Car Expert at Dash Conference 2015 John is a software developer & business development veteran with over 25 years of experience. Formerly the Global Technologist for Ford’s connected car business unit as well as an executive with Motorola. Has delivered award winning products and programs and actively consults to clients on the space where automotive, software, consumer and mobility intersect. Topics: - What do you think the connected car platforms looks like? Who are the players? - What does support for iOS/CarPlay and Android Auto look like? - Is the phone or integrated dash apps going to be the focus or will it be a blend? - How soon before we see the technology in cars? Spreaker Links: http://Ellis-and-Associates.com http://www.DashConference.com http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, October 28, 2015
SLS31: Google Play Podcasts Announced, Jeremy Grater of Ear Goggles
Spreaker Live Show #31 for Oct 28th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker.com Guest Co-Host: Jeremy Grater the main host of the Ear Goggles Podcast that is part of http://Adore.fm Topics: - 10+ years of Podcasting - Changing Podcast Show Name - Show promo for "Ear Goggles" Podcast - Show promos from "The Podcast Junkies Podcast" - Show promo for "Evolver Show with Erin Sharoni" - Send your audio .mp3 promo from your spreaker hosted podcast to rob at spreaker.com - BIG NEWS: Google Announces Podcasts support is coming to Google Play Music store - Rob talks about the Dash Conference in Detroit, Nov 3-4- Spreaker Blog Spreaker Blog Headlines: http://blog.spreaker.com - Spreaker Partners with Radioline to Reach Out to French Listeners - How to Monetize a Faith Based Podcast - Listener/Podcaster Question from Jeff Strange, host of the "Strange In The Membrane Show" - Jeremy discusses "Ear Goggles" and his 10 years journey of producing the show. Spreaker Links: http://eargoggles.net http://podcastjunkies.com http://evolvershow.com https://play.google.com/music/podcasts/publish?u=0# http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, October 14, 2015
SLS30: Hosting a Show, Finding Compelling Content with Ashley Berges
Spreaker Live Show #30 for Oct 14th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest: Ashley Berges, therapist, life coach, syndicated talk show creator and host of “Perspectives with Ashley Berges” on syndicated radio, author of The 10 Day Challenge to Live Your True Life at http://AshleyBerges.com and @ashleyberges Topics: - For your show “Perspectives”, What were your reasons for starting your show? - Why Ashley continues to do the show? - Did she have a radio background before starting the show? - How does she come up with content for her show? - Does she think radio is an outdated medium or can it remain important? - How does she speak to her listeners and why? - Why she has a goal of getting on TV and how important is podcasting/on demand to her in the future? - Why Spreaker? Spreaker Links: http://AshleyBerges.com http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, September 30, 2015
SLS29: International Podcast Day Special Episode
Spreaker Live Show #29 for Sept 30th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(.com) #PodcastDay: Spreaker CEO, Birth and Future of Podcasts/Radio Guests: - Francesco Baschieri, CEO and Co-Founder of Spreaker.com - Paul Riismandel, Podcasting Evangelist for MidRoll Media Dave Slusher, Host of The Evil Chronicles Podcast Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com
Tue, September 29, 2015
SLSR28: GM, NPR Digital, Bryan Moffett at the RAIN Summit
Spreaker Live Show #28 for Sept 29th, 2015: 8:30am-9am EST Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(.com) Guest: Bryan Moffett, GM, NPR Digital at http://www.npr.org/podcasts/ and @bryanmoffett Topics from the RAIN Summit in Atlanta: - Why has public radio always been such a perfect fit with podcasting? - Do you think public radio will become more like commercial radio or the other ways around? - Is podcasting the training/proving area for the broadcast side of public radio content now? - How does Public Radio view local content vs. national level podcasts? - It seems only a handful of local NPR affiliates have been able to produce national level podcasts, will that continue? - How important is local content podcasts going to be in the long-run? - Is in-car availability key to the success of local podcasts content finding a larger listener base? - What do you think is the next important step for the growth of listeners to NPR Podcasts? Spreaker Links: http://www.npr.org/podcasts/ http://www.npr.org/ http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Tue, September 29, 2015
SLSR27: Radio Futurologist at RAIN Summit with James Cridland
Spreaker Live Show #27 for Sept 29th, 2015: 7:45am-8:15am EST Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(.com) Guest: James Cridland, Radio Futurologist at http://james.cridland.net and @jamescridland Topics from the RAIN Summit in Atlanta: - What is a Radio Futurologist? - What are the issues radio is struggling with because of the Internet? - How should radio deal with the movement to on demand?- Do you think listeners still want lean back linear streams? - How important is content curation becoming with internet radio and podcasting? - Host endorsement reads vs commercial brand spots vs public radio sponsorship? - Why are typical internet radio streams not growing listeners?- Pandora and Spotify models seems to be the future of music and Spoken word? Spreaker Links: http://james.cridland.net/ https://twitter.com/jamescridland http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Thu, September 24, 2015
SLS26: Making Powerful Podcasts with Valerie Geller, Radio Talent Trainer
Spreaker Live Show #26 for Sept 24th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest: Valerie Geller, Radio Talent Consultant, Speaker and Author of Beyond Powerful Radio at http://gellermedia.com and @vgeller Topics: - How do you recommend a podcaster can go about learning about their audience? - Radio tune in/out is not an issue with Podcasts, but abundance of content choices is an issue? In-car, playlists? - Do you see curated programming becoming more important as content offerings expand and more niche? - How important is natural vocal talent in Podcasting or does it matter? - Can anyone make it with some coaching and experience on the microphone? - Why do you think that not all radio talent make good podcasting talent or show hosts? - How should a host develop all those skills? Many did it by just doing! Do they all require unique learned skills? - POWERFUL STORYTELLING - There are NO boring stories, only BORING storytellers. Break down the walls between news and entertainment radio. Creative methods to easily write and deliver complex, detailed stories or issues using the multi-version methods, some techniques to move up to the next level as a powerful storyteller! - What are some tips around getting the buy in your host reads in podcast ads? - What are some proven in show "promotion" techniques that could work in podcasts? Spreaker Links: http://GellerMedia.com http://www.beyondpowerfulradio.com http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, September 16, 2015
SLS25: Adam Sachs, Former CEO of MidRoll Media
Spreaker Live Show #25 for Sept 16th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest: Adam Sachs, Former CEO of MidRoll Media at http://midroll.com and @arsachs Topics: - Host of his own MidRoll podcast called The Wolf Den? - What is it about podcasting that got you so excited about podcasting? - How did your prior company StepOut prepare you for MidRoll and taking such a leadership role in Podcasting? - Please tell us about becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of Scripps Company? - Combining older media with new is interesting?- Let’s cover the scope of things MidRoll Media does around podcasting? - What it takes for a show to be appealing to a network or ad sales platform? - What are some of the biggest opportunities around podcasting? - Your thoughts on the IAB up fronts, metrics standardization, convergence of radio (local) and on demand? - Is podcasting as we know it today a bridge to something different in the 5-10 year future? - Does a product like Amazon Echo and in car voice controls give you pause to ponder? Spreaker Live Show Links: http://Midroll.com http://www.Earwolf.com/show/wolf-den http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, September 09, 2015
SLS24: Brandy Shapiro-Babin, President of WebmasterRadio.FM / CannabisRadio.com
Spreaker Live Show #24 for Sept 9th, 2015: Guest: Brandy Shapiro-Babin, President of WebmasterRadio.FM / CannabisRadio.com Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dot)com Show Topics: - How did you get started in Online Radio and Podcasting? - Being a woman business owner, how has that impacted your experiences? - Tell us about Webmaster Radio and the shows available today - Tell us about Cannabis Radio Network and the purpose and focus of the shows on the network? - What is the opportunity you saw with the cannabis industry? - You have been focused on online radio for many years, how has it evolved if you think about it in contrast with broadcast radio. - How does online radio fit with the on demand podcasting listening market today? http://CannabisRadio.com http://WebmasterRadio.fm https://www.spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com http://blog.spreaker.com
Wed, September 02, 2015
SLS23: Chris Christensen, Amateur Traveler podcast
Spreaker Live Show #23 for Sept 2nd, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest: Chris Christensen, Host of Amateur Traveler podcast at http://AmateurTraveler.com and @chris2x Topics: - Have you always been focused on travel? - How did you get hooked on travel so much? - Tell us about your journey with the Amateur Traveler podcast? Audio? Video? - What have you learned along the way about creating and distributing audio and video content online? - Tell us about some of you most favorite places in the world to visit? Any parts of the world that you have not been to yet? - What are your goals with the career and travel business you have now? What is next for you on this path? - Have you ever done any broadcast radio or TV shows? - What works for you to build and grow your show following these days? - Tell us about http://BloggerBridge.com and your efforts to bring travel bloggers and companies together. Why is that important? Spreaker Links: http://Adore.fm http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, August 26, 2015
SLS22: Colin Gray, Podcast Trainer,ThePodcastHost.com and Host of PodCraft
Spreaker Live Show #22 for Aug 26th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest: Colin Gray, Podcast Trainer,ThePodcastHost.com and Host of PodCraft at https://www.ThePodcastHost.com and https://www.thepodcasthost.com/podcraft Topics: - What is your background? Where did you grow up? How did you get started in podcasting and teaching podcasting? - Tell us about your concept for podcast promotion called “PodPacks”? - PodPack: http://www.thepodcasthost.com/listeners-guide/online-business-primer-podpack/ - Tell also about curated subscription lists? Curating episodes? Best episodes on a very specific topic? - You are presenting at New Media Europe, Sept 12-13 – Session topic? - Podcast Production: Done For You -- We Edit, Process and Publish. - Do you help with the podcast content side? Show topics? Show formats? - Podcast Courses: Learn the Craft -- From Novice Podcaster to Confident Broadcaster- Podcast Equipment Made Easy -- Get a free “ultimate guide” kit. - You recommend a Great Mixer: Mackie PROFX8 8-Channel Mixer - $229 - Microphone: ATR 2100? - Zoom H2n for my backup digital recorder – small compact recorder for $159 - What is the activity of podcasting in UK and Europe? Spreaker Links: http://blog.spreaker.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com https://Spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, August 19, 2015
SLS21: Mike Russell, New Media Europe event and Creating Audio Intro, Exits and Jingles
Spreaker Live Show #21 for Aug 19th, 2015: Guest: Mike Russell, New Media Europe event and Creating Audio Intro, Exits and Jingles Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dot)com Topics: •Online media, how did you get started? •New Media Europe Conference is Sept 12-13 in Manchester, UK - Speakers, Venue, Focus, Topics at the event? •Tell us about Music Radio Creative: podcast jingles, Intros, Exits and audio branding process. •Audio gear you recommend for beginners and pros? •How is podcasting doing in the UK and Europe? http://Blog.Spreaker.com Articles: - Introducing Longer Episode Titles! - http://blog.spreaker.com/2015/08/11/introducing-longer-episode-titles/ - What Offline Networking Means for Online Brand Success - http://blog.spreaker.com/2015/08/18/what-offline-networking-means-for-online-brand-success/ - How Pastors and Ministers Widen Their Reach Through Podcasts - http://blog.spreaker.com/2015/08/13/how-pastors-and-ministers-widen-their-reach-through-podcasts/ Last week (Ep20) show comment feedback from “Word On The Street” - I enjoy your podcast so far, my favorite ones were the ones done at Podcast movement I would love to hear more conversations from guests done live in person. Skype and phone conversations always seem so forced and unnatural. - My answer: I am ok with the episode, but do agree that the energy of the interviews at Podcast Movement 2015 was outstanding. I had a blast doing all those interviews. It is hard to duplicate that energy in a skype interview. http://newmediaeurope.com http://musicradiocreative.com http://www.spreaker.com/store/voiceover http://spreakerliveshow.com http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com
Wed, August 12, 2015
SLS20: Amir Blumenfeld, "If I Were You" podcast and HeadGum
Spreaker Live Show #20 for Aug 12th, 2015: Guest: Amir Blumenfeld, Co-host “If I Were You” comedy podcast at IfIWereYou.com and co-founder of HeadGum Network - HeadGum.com Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dot)com Topics: - Do you consider yourself a “Podcaster”? - Story on how you got started at CollegeHumor “Jake & Amir” series? - Why you headed down the “If I Were You” podcast path? - Touring the world doing live onstage episodes - What type of recording setup do you have? - You just launched the “HeadGum” Network - Spreaker as a partner in building a podcast network? http://ifiwereyou.com http://headgum.com http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com
Wed, August 05, 2015
SLS19: Chris Brogan, Speaker, Author, Host of "The Owner's Mind" Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #19 for Aug 5th, 2015: Guest: Chris Brogan, Speaker and Author, Host of The Owner's Mind w/Chris Brogan Podcast @chrisbrogan Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dot)com Topics: - Explores how people use media and community to build marketplaces around areas of belonging - Experiences in Podcasting - Does everyone have time to podcast? Should everyone have a podcast? - Our often unhealthy relationship with technology - Podcast on iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/owners-mind-chris-brogan/id830619483?mt=2- http://chrisbrogan.com http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com
Sun, August 02, 2015
SLSPM18: Rob Cesternino, Rob Has A Podcast
Spreaker Live Show #18 from Podcast Movement 2015 for Aug 2nd, 2015: Guest: Rob Cesternino, Host of Award Winning "Rob Has A Podcast" - https://twitter.com/robcesternino Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob(at)spreaker(dot)com Rob's got a bad edit on this show! Description: You can feel the tension in this interview as Rob and Rob don’t really get along. Rob G. tries to recover and save the show but Rob C. goes into a rant about the egg people in his computer. Rob C.’s ‘Rob has a podcast’ does get mentioned but only briefly as reminisces about all of his podcast awards (which are not the people’s choice). For the 5 serious minutes of this interview both Rob’s agree that monetizing a podcast is more appropriate after you have produced enough good content for your audience to feel like they are supporting you when introduced to ads. Rated F for Funny. Use promo code PM15 for your free first month hosting on Spreaker. Key Topics Covered: [3:07] Rob does 3 or 4 podcasts a day [3:31] Strategic Based Reality TV Shows are someone gets voted out shows [4:37] I love the subject I podcast about, I have always loved it [5:50] Meet me in the middle [6:35] A successful contestant needs to be familiar with the concept and a fan of the show [7:38] Talking about the differences of past shows to the current shows [8:28] The producers can make the story different with editing [10:32] My wife prepares me for the outside world by insulting me at home [12:29] Even though Greenlee thinks he’s Cesternino’s inspiration, it’s probably not the case [13:35] Playing dominoes with my podcast awards - but not the people’s choice award [16:06] Mindless banter, but it’s funny mindless banter [18:29] President Obama has a podcast on Saturday mornings [19:18] Big Brother and a Survivor audiobook are keeping Rob busy [22:57] Who cares about branding and naming when your podcast has great content [24:15] Podcasting isn’t easy you must cultivate a relationship with people [25:07] Live podcasting is important to connecting with listeners [28:01] My career changed when I attended my first New Media Expo [28:27] Monetizing my podcast took me a while I wanted to know my audience first [30:31] “It’s freakin free you egg people” [32:35] Contact Rob [33:21] Periscope comments Mentions: Spreaker Live Show - http://SpreakerLiveShow.com Spreaker Blog - http://Blog.Spreaker.com Periscope - http://Periscope.com Adore - http://adore.fm Rob Has a Website - <a href="http://RobHasAWebsite.com"
Sun, August 02, 2015
SLSPM17: Sarah Van Mosel, VP, WNYC
SLSPM17: Sarah Van Mosel, VP at WNYC from Podcast Movement 2015
Sun, August 02, 2015
SLSPM16: Jessica Kupferman, She Podcast
SLSPM16: Jessica Kupferman, She Podcast from Podcast Movement 2015
Sun, August 02, 2015
SLSPM15: Shawn Smith, TheMobilePro.net
SLSPM15: Shawn Smith, TheMobilePro.net from Podcast Movement 2015
Sat, August 01, 2015
SLSPM14: Todd Pringle, VP/GM of Stitcher/Deezer
SLSPM15: Todd Pringle, VP/GM of Stitcher/DeezerSpreaker Live Show from Podcast Movement in Fort Worth, Texas #14 for Aug 1st, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob (at) spreaker(dot)com Guest: Todd Pringle, VP/GM of Stitcher/Deezer Topics: - Podcasts in Car - Stitcher history and future - What is next for Podcasting http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com
Sat, August 01, 2015
SLSPM13: Danny Pena, GamerTag Radio, Podcast Hall of Famer
SLSPM13: Danny Pena, GamerTag Radio, Podcast Hall of Famer Spreaker Live Show from Podcast Movement in Fort Worth, Texas #13 for Aug 1st, 2015 Guest: Danny Pena, GamerTag Radio, Academy of Podcast Hall of Fame Inductee Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob (at) spreaker(dot)com Topics: - Podcast Movement - Podcast Hall of Fame - What is next for Podcasting - Play.It (CBS Radio) http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com
Fri, July 31, 2015
SLSPM12: Jared Easley, Co-Founder, Podcast Movement 2015
Spreaker Live Show from Podcast Movement in Fort Worth, Texas - July 31st, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob (at) spreaker(dot)com Guest: Jared Easley Co-Founder,Podcast Movement Topics: - The impacts of http://PodcastMovement.com 2015 http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com
Fri, July 31, 2015
SLSPM11: Kick Off Podcast Movement 2015
Spreaker Live Show from Podcast Movement in Fort Worth, Texas #11 for July 31st, 2015 Guest: Francesco Baschieri, CEO of Spreaker Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob (at) spreaker(dot)com Topics: - History of Spreaker - Podcast Movement 2015 Impactsd - Spreaker Platform Focus http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com
Fri, July 31, 2015
SLSPM10: Daniel J. Lewis, Audacity to Podcast
Spreaker Live Show from Podcast Movement in Fort Worth, Texas - Bonus Show #10 for July 31st, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob (at) spreaker(dot)com Guest: Daniel J. Lewis, Audacity to Podcast - http://TheAudacitytoPodcast.com Topics: - The impacts of http://PodcastMovement.com 2015 - Evolution of the Podcasting name to something else? - Building a podcast network http://noodle.mix - Best podcast microphones for beginners and advanced podcasters - What podcasting will look like in 2-5 years? http://blog.spreaker.com http://spreaker.com http://spreakerliveshow.com
Wed, July 29, 2015
SLS9: Kc Wayland, Audio Drama Podcast Storytelling
Spreaker Live Show #9 for July 29nd, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker dotcom Guest: Kc Wayland, Creator and Director of the "We're Alive" audio drama podcast and the new series We're Alive: Lockdown.
Mon, July 27, 2015
SLSPM: Preview of Podcast Movement 2015 Live Coverage
Spreaker Live Show with Rob Greenlee will be Streaming LIVE audio from the Spreaker Booth at Podcast Movement at http://PodcastMovement.com in Fort Worth, Texas starting July 31 at 1pm to 2pm PST and then from August 1st & 2nd from 8am to 10am PST. We will be speaking with leaders and hosts from the world of podcasting at the Podcast Movement event. Listen to the stream at http://SpreakerLiveShow.com or http://Blog.Spreaker.com Get a FREE month off your first month of Spreaker Podcast Hosting and Live streaming Plans by Using Promo Code: PM15 You won’t want to miss.. this live streaming event!
Wed, July 22, 2015
SLS8: Robert Scoble, Future of Podcasts
Spreaker Live Show #8 for July 22nd, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker dotcom Guest: Robert Scoble, Rackspace's Startup Liaison Officer and Tech Futurist. https://www.facebook.com/RobertScoble , http://twitter.com/scobleizer Topics: - Talk about the current so called “Golden Age of Podcasting” - “Virtual Reality”, growing “Contextual World”, 360 degree video experiences and Facebook. - Whether “Podcasting” or “Podcasts” as a name for On Demand Audio that will last? - Will the growing APP ecosystem coming to the car replace AM/FM radio? - Whether “Smart Agents” like Siri/Cortana and “Machine Learning” will change Podcast Discovery? - How Tech will impact the growth of on demand audio/podcasting? - How music services like Spotify will impact podcasting? - Is AUDIO more relevant now compared to video? - What are the most important things to get right to be a successful content creator these days? - Our blog - http://blog.spreaker.com Send Questions and Comments to: Podcast@Spreaker.com @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, July 15, 2015
SLS7: Ray Ortega, Spreaker Podcast Tips
Spreaker Live Show #7 for July 15th, 2015: Host: Rob Greenlee, Head of Content, Spreaker @robgreenlee - rob at spreaker docom Guest Co-Host: Ray Ortega, Host of “Podcasters Roundtable” and the “Podcasters Studio” podcast. Topics: - Why and how did you get started podcasting? - The most important things to get right to be a successful audio creator? Producer Tips on the show TODAY! - Shortening this show to 30 minutes or less. Focused and concise! Commute Times/Aver. Time Listen 25 min - Making the show a pure help and tips show about the Spreaker podcasting platform - You can now “Turn off and On” your Podcast RSS feed in Spreaker "Edit Feed" area drop down box - You can get a “Free” account on Spreaker that has 10 hours of free audio storage in the “Free Speech” plan - In Statistics “Plays” are actual Icecast/shoutcast streaming server plays, downloads are RSS based or direct website based - Spreaker at Podcast Movement 2015 – Just put out an announcement about our involvement in the event – See our Press Release section of our blog - http://blog.spreaker.com/press-releases/#podcastmovement15 Send Questions and Comments to: Podcast@Spreaker.com @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, July 08, 2015
SLS6: Podcast Networks, Storytelling
Spreaker Live Show #6 for July 8th, 2015: Topics: - Expert advice around building a Podcast Network with Andrew Zarian, http://GFQNetwork.com - What’s going on with Spreaker’s listeners? – Discuss Blog Post about Streaming Live vs. Podcasting - http://blog.spreaker.com/2015/07/07/whats-going-on-with-spreakers-listeners/ - Key’s to “Serial” the podcast success interview with Spreaker CEO Francesco Baschieri - http://blog.spreaker.com/2015/06/25/9-takeaways-for-podcasters-from-the-gen-summit-podcasting-panel/ - Serial - http://serialpodcast.org/ - The Truth Podcast - http://thetruthpodcast.com/The_Truth.html - Comment from Spreaker Podcaster Jim Collison, co-host with David Jackson on “Ask a Podcast Coach” every Sat morning - http://www.spreaker.com/show/the_podcast_coach - The Averge Guy - http://www.spreaker.com/user/theaverageguy - Gallup Strengths Center - http://www.spreaker.com/user/gallupstrengthscenter Host Rob Greenlee, Head of Content at http://Spreaker.com Guest Co-Host Andrew Zarian, Founder/Host of http://GFQNetwork.com http://SpreakerLiveShow.com Send Questions and Comments to: Podcast@Spreaker.com @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, July 01, 2015
SLS5: Podcasts in Cars - David Jackson
Spreaker Live Show #5 for July 1st, 2015: Topics: - Survey of “Serial” Listeners Sheds Light on Podcast's Effect - More info at http://podcast.place - Edison Research Examines Podcast Audience Attributes - http://www.edisonresearch.com/the-podcast-consumer-2015/ - Will Terrestrial Radio be around in 10 years? - What Should You Do To Make Sure your Podcast is available in cars - Clip Played from The Wolf Den Podcast - http://www.earwolf.com/show/wolf-den/ - Clip Played from CNET's "On Cars" video series - http://www.cnet.com/cnet-on-cars/ - Clammr Effect or Not? Quick Podcasting News Stuff: - http://Cyclingnews.com Teams with Eurosport for 2015 Tour de France Podcast - Cannabis Radio Network has launched on Spreaker and on http://CannabisRadio.com - The WNYC Podcast Accelerator - Five finalists podcasts will be paired with producers who will mentor and train the candidates, helping them hone their pitches. Show Pitch Website: https://fs8.formsite.com/iwwashington/wnyc/index.html Here's what you'll need to complete the application: - Answers for these seven asks (no longer than 200 words each): 1. What’s the one-line elevator pitch? 2. Who is the intended audience? 3. What are the main features or elements of the show? 4. What does the show sound and feel like? 5. What are the comparable shows? 6. What experiences and skills do you bring to the project? 7. A sample of your work (can be audio, video or text. if you have a host in mind, we'll need a sample of their work, too. Host Rob Greenlee, Head of Content at http://Spreaker.com Guest Co-Host David Jackson, Host of http://schoolofpodcasting.com and the Live “Ask the Podcast Coach“ show every Sat morning at 10:30am EST on Spreaker. Here is the link to it: http://www.spreaker.com/show/the_podcast_coach http://SpreakerLiveShow.com Send Questions and Comments to: Podcast@Spreaker.com @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Gree
Wed, June 24, 2015
SLS4: Obama w/Maron and Paul Colligan
Spreaker Live Show #4 for June 24th, 2015: Topics: - Podcasting News of the Week: Pres. Barak Obama on WTF w/Marc Maron, Instacast closes and Edison research numbers. - Producer Tip of the Week : Picking a Microphone and Recording Setup? - Listener Q & A of the Week: Chase Shumway-Cancel a Show, Animal House Format, Mike Johnson on adding callers via Spreaker Host Rob Greenlee, Head of Content at Spreaker.com/podcasting Guest Co-Host Paul Colligan, Host of “The Podcast Report” and authored an ebook called “How To Podcast 2015: Four Simple Steps To Broadcast Your Message To The Entire Connected Planet - Even If You Don't Know Where To Start” on Amazon. http://SpreakerLiveShow.com Send Questions and Comments to: Podcast@Spreaker.com @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, June 17, 2015
SLS3: Pick A Show Format w/Jared Easley
Spreaker Live Show #3 for June 17th, 2015: Topics: - Podcasting News of the Week - Producer Tip of the Week : Picking a Podcast Show Format - Listener Q & A of the Week: we will discuss Spreaker Podcaster “Truth On Tap” show host Kevin Kierstead comments on "Core Elements of a Successful Podcast" in episode 2 - Interview Guest: Bertrand Pecquerie CEO of The GEN Summit (Global Editors Network) Starting earlier today in Barcelona, Spain - Prototyping the Future of News - June 17-19 - GlobalEditorsNetwork.org Host Rob Greenlee, Head of Content at Spreaker.com/podcasting Guest Co-Host Jared Easley, Host of “Starve the Doubts” podcast and is also co-founder and organizer of PodcastMovement.com conference in Fort Worth, TX July 31-Aug 2nd Send Questions and Comments to: Podcast@Spreaker.com @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive Tech Support: support@spreaker.com Rob Greenlee: Rob at Spreaker.com
Wed, June 03, 2015
SLS2: Tips To Successful Podcasting
Spreaker Live Show #2 for June 3rd, 2015 With Jeff Adams from the Jeff Adams Show and co-host Rob Greenlee, Head of Content at Spreaker.com/podcasting Send Questions & Comments to Podcast@Spreaker.com or @Spreaker on Twitter using #SpreakerLive hashtag – Tech Support: support@spreaker.com
Wed, May 27, 2015
SLS1: Podcasting Tips
Premiere episode of the Spreaker Live Show. This episode is co-hosted by Jeff Adams of the Jeff Adams Show on Spreaker and Rob Greenlee who is Head of Content at Spreaker.com. Guest is Anna Piazza, Spreaker Community Manager. Topics: Introducing the show and hosts, Podcasting Tips around how to create a compelling podcast using Spreaker, How to optimize your podcast page on Spreaker.com. Please send us your feedback or questions to podcast@spreaker.com or to rob@spreaker.com , blog.spreaker.com or on twitter @spreaker using hashtag: #spreakerlive
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