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Remember Winamp skins? Burned CDs? AIM away messages? The Dreamcast? Those weird little corners of the internet that somehow felt more human than everything online today?

Maybe we don’t actually miss the technology. Maybe we miss how it made us feel.

Artifacts is a podcast about forgotten platforms, dead gadgets, old internet culture, creative communities, and the strange emotional connection we still have to them.

But this isn’t just nostalgia. It’s about why these things mattered.

Why people still defend the Zune.

Why some gamers are still obsessed with the Dreamcast.

Why old forums felt more personal than social media.

Why podcasting used to feel smaller… and maybe more exciting.

Every episode starts with an artifact. And then follows the story underneath it. The people. The feeling. The moment in time. And what it says about who we are now.

Because sometimes the objects fade. But the feeling doesn't.

I’m Danny Brown.

And this is Artifacts.

If you enjoy Artifacts, you can support it with either a one-off tip, or become a monthly Archivist.

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If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!

And please let your friends know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts or their preferred podcast app, or online at Artifacts Podcast.

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

• RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
• Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
• Auphonic mastering tool for audio post production
• Beehiiv email marketing

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Podcasts evolve over time - but podcast descriptions often don’t.

In this episode of One Minute Podcast Tips, I talk about why it’s important that your description still matches the show you’re making today, and how mismatched expectations can confuse new listeners before they even hit play.

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

• RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
• Boomcaster remote recording and live streaming
• Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
• Auphonic AI assistant for audio post production
• Beehiiv email marketing

If One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.

No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!

And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.

Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and geeky dad Jon Powell tells us about riding his elephant to the taco drive-thru, what devious prank he'd play on his daughter, how to spend a million dollars, and more.

Answering the questions this week: Jonathan Powell

Jonathan is the co-host of the Time Pals podcast, where four geeky dads squander their mid life crises by diving headfirst into the best, worst, and weirdest corners of geek culture.

Jonathan's Website

@timepalspodcast on Instagram

Further reading for this episode

• CONCERTS | MONSTERS OF ROCK
• RushCon 2026 Toronto | Rush Fan Convention & Events
• Anika Nilles - Rush drummer
• Queen - Don't Stop Me Now (Official Video) - YouTube

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

1. RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
2. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
3. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
4. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
2. Kit email marketing
3. Boomcaster remote recording and live streaming
4. Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
5. Auphonic AI assistant for audio post production

Let's take a look at what good download numbers are for your podcast.

New podcast time.

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Imposter syndrome is something almost every podcaster deals with at some point.

That feeling that you’re not experienced enough… that other creators know more than you… or that you shouldn’t really be the one talking about a topic.

And if you’re not careful, it can stop you from publishing altogether.

In this episode of One Minute Podcast Tips, I’m breaking down why imposter syndrome shows up, why it’s more common than you think, and - more importantly - how to move past it without waiting to feel “ready”.

You don’t need to be the ultimate expert to have a valuable podcast.

You just need to be helpful.

If you’ve ever hesitated to hit publish because you’re second-guessing yourself, this episode will help you reframe that thinking and keep moving forward.

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

• RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
• Boomcaster remote recording and live streaming
• Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
• Auphonic AI assistant for audio post production
• Beehiiv email marketing

If One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.

No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!

And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.

Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster and improv comedian Kevin Ryan expands on why Santa needs to be kidnapped, why his fiancee would go to war with Australia, his beef with elephants, and more.

Answering the questions this week: Kevin Ryan

Kevin Ryan is the host of the Tyrant In Training podcast which is an improv comedy podcast where creative guests live out their power fantasies. Every week, Kevin is joined by a new guest to find out exactly what kind of absolute ruler they’d be if they were given total control of their very own country.

Kevin's Website

@kevryanperson on Instagram

Kevin on YouTube

Further reading for this episode

• Facehuggers and Friends: An Alien RPG | Podcast on Spotify
• Balderdash The Hilarious Bluffing Game 1995 Edition, Board Games
• Shen Yun Official Site
• Welcome to The Friendship Bench | raising awareness around youth mental health
• Meta and YouTube found liable in social media addiction trial
• The Tragically Hip
• Runrig | Official Website
• Aslan - Instagram
• Roachford Cuddly Toy Original Video - YouTube
• Aqua - Doctor Jones - YouTube
• Elon Musk new haircut - Who's gonna tell him : r/Productivitycafe on Reddit
• Michael D. Higgins | Biography, Facts, Party, & Age | Britannica
• Dumb-Dumbs and Dice | An Actual Play D&D Podcast and TTRPG Network

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

1. RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
2. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
3. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
4. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
2. Kit email marketing
3. Boomcaster remote recording and live streaming
4. Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
5. Auphonic AI assistant for audio post production

Enjoying the show? Support it here.

In the last episode, I talked about whether you should be using Apple’s new video podcast feature.

And the main takeaway was pretty simple - it only really makes sense if it fits your podcast and your workflow.

So if you are planning to use video, let’s talk about how to keep it simple.

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

• RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
• Boomcaster remote recording and live streaming
• Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
• Auphonic AI assistant for audio post production
• Beehiiv email marketing

If One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.

No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!

And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.

Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.

This week on 5 Random Questions, podcaster, producer, and games master Hem Brewster talks about the enshitification of existence, how good-hearted humans can still cause damage to nature, the universal language of swearing, and more.

Answering the questions this week: Hem Brewster

is a full time podcaster, and the producer and games master of two actual play podcasts, and the talk show Four Top Threes.

Hem 's Website

Hem 's Facebook group

Hem on YouTube

Further reading for this episode

• YUNGBLUD
• Gander: The Social Media You Want, Built in Canada
• The Justin Timberlake Sci-Fi Movie With One Of The Best Time Premises Ever | GIANT FREAKIN ROBOT
• Wuhu Xinhualian Beluga Ocean Park | Captive Cetaceans Wiki | Fandom
• Four Top Threes Podcast

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

1. RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
2. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
3. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
4. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
2. Kit email marketing
3. Boomcaster remote recording and live streaming
4. Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
5. Auphonic AI assistant for audio post production

One of the big talking points in podcasting at the moment is around the new Apple Podcasts video option using HLS. Which leads to the question - should you be using it? Here's a simple way to think about it.

Additional reading and listening:

• Video on Apple Podcasts - Apple Podcasts for Creators

Note: these may contain affiliate links, so I get a small percentage of any product you buy when using my link.

My equipment:

• RODE NT1-A large diaphragm condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm podcast hosting, distribution, analytics, and monetization
• Boomcaster remote recording and live streaming
• Hindenburg Pro recording and editing
• Auphonic AI assistant for audio post production
• Beehiiv email marketing

If One Minute Podcast Tips has helped you improve your podcast, you can support it with a one-off tip.

No subscriptions, no commitment - just a simple way to say thanks. Show your support here.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a rating or review on your favourite podcast app!

And please let your friends and other podcasters know they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at One Minute Podcast Tips.

Winner of the Best Podcast Tips Podcast in the 2024 Ear Worthy Independent Podcast Awards.