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Award-winning “how to” podcast about podcasting and using Audacity

Hosted by Daniel J. Lewis

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Podcast mic comparisons – TAP119

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See and hear the difference between popular microphones for audio and video podcasting: Heil PR40, Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB, Nady SP-1, and the Giant Squid Audio Lab lavalier.

Social networks for podcasters

6 best online communities for podcasters, plus etiquette tips – TAP118

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Podcasters like to hang out with other podcasters and get help, learn about the tools, and share their experience. I think these are the best forums for talking about podcasting.

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Google Reader is going away, is FeedBurner next?

Google hasn’t announced the death of FeedBurner yet, but killing off their popular RSS reader should cause bloggers and podcasters to think about their RSS feeds.

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How to add or change your podcast cover art – TAP117

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Apple recently emailed podcasters to remind them (again) about the requirements for being featured in iTunes. The language is very specific for easily misunderstood. I’ll explain this for you and tell you how you can change your podcast cover art or add some if you don’t already have it.

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Apple’s email reminds podcasters of iTunes podcasting requirements

Apple’s latest reminder to podcasters is the third time they’ve mentioned large podcast cover art. This isn’t a universal requirement, just a requirement for being featured.

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20+ podcasting tools worth paying for – TAP116

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Learn recommendations for audio equipment, software, plugins, and other podcasting gear that are worth spending money to get. These will improve your podcast!

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Top 5 reasons to use Audacity for podcasting – TAP115

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There are plenty of audio-editing software choices. So why go with a free, open-source app for professional productions?

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Don’t fall for the podcasting myth of “monthly downloads”

Learn why “downloads per month” is misleading and how you can track your podcast stats accurately.

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10 tips for podcasting with cohosts – TAP114

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Having a regular cohost in your podcast can make your podcast more conversational, personal, and more thorough with alternative perspectives. These tips will help you to podcast with others.

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Learn how to use Audacity in a LIVE webinar on March 9!

Join award-winning podcaster and Audacity expert Daniel J. Lewis and other Audacity users like you on Saturday, March 9, at noon (EST/GMT-5).