1000 Podcasters

Being a podcast professional comes with its own special language. A very specific and detailed language. It sounds like English…sort of.

Today I was given a small serving of Humble Pie while on a call with Tech Support at work and I was reminded of something that I need to be more carful of as a podcaster.

Listen to Discover:

• What was going on at work (my day job)
• How that call went
• Where the call started going sideways
• What I took away from the situation as an employee
• What I took away from the situation as a podcast editor
• What I’d like YOU to do

How About You?

Are there any terms or phrases I use that are confusing? Or maybe some things I’ve explained poorly (it wouldn’t be the first time). Let me know in the comments and I’ll see if I can clear things up a little.

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/86
• 30 Day Solo Podcast Challenge
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

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Are podcast episode numbers needed? And if so, what is a good format and placement?

Tom asks: 

Bryan...if it would be an appropriate topic for your Top Tier show...it could be helpful to us if you gave your opinion about episode numbers. Have them or not...format...placement, etc.

Tom

Today I’m sharing my OPINION but I think it bears out in terms of a best practice. 

Listen to discover:

• Whether episode numbers are required.
• Why you might want to have episode numbers.
• Why you might NOT want to have episode numbers.
• Where episode numbers should go if you’re going to use them.
• The ONE THING you should stop doing immediately with episode numbers?

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/85
• 30 Day Solo Podcast Challenge
• Are Episode Numbers REALLY Necessary? - TAP175
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

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https://1000Podcasters.com

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• Facebook: https://m.me/TopTierAudio
• Email: [email protected]

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A fire drill at work today reminded me of the power of perspective. Truthfully, our expectations and perspective can shape the kinds of experiences we have. And the same applies to podcasting.

Listen to Discover:

• What happened with a fire drill at work
• The two groups of people I observed
• Which group I found myself in
• What I think I need to focus on
• How this can benefit you as a podcaster.

What About You?

Have you ever noticed how your perspective shapes your experiences (not just your perception, but the actual experiences)? Share your story in the comments (https://toptieraudio.com/84).

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/84
• 30 Day Solo Podcast Challenge
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

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Make sure you never miss an episode of 1,000 Podcasters. Subscribe for free to have each episode delivered right to your favorite podcast app as soon as it's available.

https://1000Podcasters.com

Want to set up a consultation?

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• Email: [email protected]

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As podcasters, we might feel like we’re putting out an authentic image of ourselves. However, sometimes there are things that might be downplayed or maybe assumed incorrectly by our audiences.

Today I’m going to share a few things to make sure the record is straight on me as a podcast editor.

Listen to Discover:

• An incorrect assumption about me as a podcast editor
• What sometimes takes as long as editing an episode
• A “shortcut” tool that I sometimes use
• One thing that I’m not 100% comfortable doing manually

What about you? 

Do you have anything about your podcast or your production that you’d like to get off your chest? Share it in the comments (https://toptieraudio.com/83).

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/83
• Engaging Missions
• iZotope RX7 Advanced
• Auphonic.com
• BigPodcast.com
• National Podcast Post Month
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

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https://1000Podcasters.com

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• Facebook: https://m.me/TopTierAudio
• Email: [email protected]

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“What’s the best podcast microphone?” is asked so often that it’s almost a meme in the various podcasting groups on Facebook. And the similar question, “What software should I use?” could be a meme all its own.

However, they’re still valid questions.

Today I’m sharing the tools I use in my workflow as a podcaster and as a podcaster. Since I’m in the studio and this show is just me, I’ll focus on that.

Listen to discover:

• What microphone I use
• What interface I’m using
• My headphones and headphone amp
• What speakers I’m using
• What software I use to edit
• How I remove mouth clicks, popping Ps, and what the EQ and compression do to my voice
• Some of my favorite stand-alone programs and plugins 

What about you?

What are your favorite tools for podcasting or editing? Hit me up in the comments (https://toptieraudio.com/82).

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/82
• Re-Pop Pop Filter
• Electro-Voice RE320 (commission)
• Auray SSM-BC10 (commission)
• Auray BAI-2X
• Rolls MS111 (commission)
• Sound Devices MixPre-3 (commission)
• Hindenburg Journalist Pro
• iZotope RX7 Advanced
• iZotope Ozone 8 Advanced (new version is 9)
• Scheps Omni Channel
• Vocal Rider
• AKG HP12U (commission)
• Audio Technica ATH-M30 (commission)
• Alesis M1 Active MK3 (commission)
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

Subscribe for Free!

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https://1000Podcasters.com

Want to set up a consultation?

• Facebook: https://m.me/TopTierAudio
• Email: [email protected]

Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

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Have you ever run an experiment that didn’t turn out exactly as planned? I have - and yesterday’s episode (https://toptieraudio.com/80) didn’t go quite as well as I’d hoped. The audio was good but I was confusing with the content and it was a little harder to produce than I’d hoped.

I received a few follow-up questions (thanks Harry) that I am answering today.

Listen to discover

• What went well and what didn’t with yesterday’s podcast experiment
• What I think Hindenburg Field Recorder is good for
• What I was using Backpack Studio, Ferrite, and Auphonic for
• Why I don’t have answers for Android users and why I’d like to
• Whether Auphonic is needed with working in Hindenburg Journalist Pro

What about you?

Have you ever run an experiment that didn’t turn out exactly as you’d hoped. Hit me up on email ([email protected]) and share your story.

And if you have questions or topic suggestions, let me know. Email me ([email protected]).

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/81
• Yesterday's Episode: https://toptieraudio.com/80
• Shure MV88 (affiliate)
• Backpack Studio (affiliate)
• Ferrite Recording Studio (affiliate)
• Auphonic
• Hindenburg Field Recorder (affiliate)
• Hindenburg Journalist Pro
• libsyn
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

Subscribe for Free!

Make sure you never miss an episode of 1,000 Podcasters. Subscribe for free to have each episode delivered right to your favorite podcast app as soon as it's available.

https://1000Podcasters.com

Want to set up a consultation?

• Facebook: https://m.me/TopTierAudio
• Email: [email protected]

Disclosure of Material Connection: Some of the links in the post above are “affiliate links.” This means if you click on the link and purchase the item, I will receive an affiliate commission. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will add value to my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy

As a podcaster, you may not always be able to record in your studio (even if your studio is the kitchen). So what are you going to do when you’re traveling or on vacation?

You can skip episodes, you can work ahead, or you can plan for recording while you’re out.

I’m doing that RIGHT now.

Listen to Discover

• Where I’m recording now
• Why mobile recording is important
• Some of the trade-offs
• What I’ve been doing recently
• What I’m trying to do in mobile recording
• What is happening to me as I’m doing this

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/80
• Shure MV88 (affiliate)
• Backpack Studio (affiliate)
• Ferrite Recording Studio (affiliate)
• Auphonic
• Hindenburg Field Recorder (affiliate)
• Hindenburg Journalist Pro
• libsyn
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

Subscribe for Free!

Make sure you never miss an episode of 1,000 Podcasters. Subscribe for free to have each episode delivered right to your favorite podcast app as soon as it's available.

https://1000Podcasters.com

Want to set up a consultation?

• Facebook: https://m.me/TopTierAudio
• Email: [email protected]

This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

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Do you like to make mistakes? Especially mistakes in public?

I know that I don't and I think most other people would prefer to avoid mistakes, too. But sometimes trying to avoid mistakes will keep us stuck (another mistake) and curtail our opportunities to grow.

But what if there was a way to gain the growth and learning that comes from making mistakes without the pain of the mistakes?

I'm talking about learning from the mistakes of others.

Listen to Discover

• One podcasting mistake that I made because I took "getting started" advice from too many people
• One podcasting choice that I would have done differently when getting started
• One mistake that I made multiple times as a host (and still struggle with)

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/79
• Logitech Headset Microphone (not a great podcast microphone)
• Audio Technica ATR2100 (affiliate) 
• Samson Q2U Package (affiliate)
• libsyn 
• Blubrry (affiliate)
• Engaging Missions Show 
• Subscribe to 1,000 Podcasters
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

Subscribe for Free!

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A lot of people spend time wondering what the next month or year will bring. Today I’m going to share my 2020 prediction for YOU.

Earlier this week I was listening to Better Podcasting (a podcast about podcasting for hobby podcasters) and they challenged me and the rest of their audience to pick something that we will focus on in our shows for 2020. I’m still working on that, but it got me thinking about retrospectives and goals and predictions.

Listen to discover:

• Why goals are important
• What changes I am thinking about for the Engaging Missions Show
• Where I’m planning to focus my energy
• What I’m doing now to prepare for next year
• Why our internal predictions may be as important as the goals
• What I predict about the next year for you (it’ll be a good challenge)

What are you going to change in 2020? What are you going to focus on?

Let me know in the comments (https://toptieraudio.com/78). 

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/78
• Engaging Missions Show
• Better Podcasting
• 30 Day Solo Podcast Challenge
• National Podcast Post Month
• Subscribe to this show
• @TopTierAudio
• Support the show

Subscribe for Free!

Make sure you never miss an episode of 1,000 Podcasters. Subscribe for free to have each episode delivered right to your favorite podcast app as soon as it's available.

https://1000Podcasters.com

Want to set up a consultation?

• Facebook: https://m.me/TopTierAudio
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Do you like being rejected?

I don’t. But I know that rejection and even the occasional failure are likely for podcasters (really, for anyone who’s trying to grow and leave the world a better place).

But then comes the question: If I’m likely to be rejected, what can I do about that?

Listen to discover:

• What I did to help get over that initial fear of rejection
• How many times I’ve been rejected over the past 6 years as a podcaster
• What I try to take away from a rejection
• How I dealt with that one rejection that kind of stung a little

Rejection is often part of life. But if we have a plan, we can come out the other side stronger and keep going.

What about you?

Have you ever been rejected as a podcaster? I’d love to hear your story. Hit me up in the comments (https://toptieraudio.com/77) and let me know. We can all grow together.

Resources Mentioned

• Full Episode Notes: https://toptieraudio.com/77
• Engaging Missions Show
• 30 Day Solo Podcast Challenge
• National Podcast Post Month
• Subscribe to this show
• @TopTierAudio

Subscribe for Free!

Make sure you never miss an episode of 1,000 Podcasters. Subscribe for free to have each episode delivered right to your favorite podcast app as soon as it's available.

https://1000Podcasters.com

Want to set up a consultation?

• Facebook: https://m.me/TopTierAudio
• Email: [email protected]

This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis:

OP3 - https://op3.dev/privacy