Healing Our Marriage

Podcast #116 of the School of Podcasting Morning Announcements originating from www.schoolofpodcasting.net Today I talk about a tool that will take the power of Wordpress and turn it into a Giant GOOGLE MAGNET. You can find it at www.wordpresstool.com  It is a boosted version of wordpress (it installs OVER your current wordpress install that you could purchase from www.coolerwebsites.com ) it has all sorts of meta, tags, site maps and more to drive traffic to your wordpress install. It is $297 but you can use it on ALL of your blogs/podcasts. I've used it in the past, and wasn't sold on it. However, with the new version they have added LOTS of documentation, and the ability to drag and drop almost EVERY aspect of your blog layout (very, very cool). The down side? You need to know a bit of CSS to get the colors and look of your site the way you want it. While Denis (the owner) is a great guy and very supportive, if he gets hit by a bus....... The great news? You can change the layout with the drag and drop i

Get 25% off your membership fee using the coupon code santa now through December 25, 2007. Today I show how you can find out who is linking to your competitors using google. Then you can see if these same people might want to link to you. When a whole bunch of sites link to you Google may give you a higher ranking (and thus place you higher on a search). To see who is linking to you simply type link:http://www.yourcompetitors.com  So to see who is linking to the schoolofpodcasting.com it would be link:http://www.schoolofpodcasting.com Your listeners may want to link to your website. So you go into whatever program you're using (wordpress, front page, dream weaver) and you make a link to your website (either graphic aor text). You view the source code and when you past that into your website, it may  not display. Instead it will simply show the graphic/link and NOT the text that you want people to copy and paste. (Now here I was able to simple coy and paste the code, this won't work with all systems,

Thanks to Becky of Podcastdesigns.com for putting together another great piece of Album Art for my latest Podcast "Logical Weight Loss Podcast." www.logicalloss.com (as a member of the School of Podcasting you get 50% the price at Podcast Designs ). Show number #114 Today I answer some questions from the School of Podcasting's Frequently Asked Podcasting Questions Area at www.schoolofpodcasting.com/help How do I contact someone for an interview? Most of my episodes are NOT showing up in iTunes? How do I make an RSS feed for Each Category? (Full Answer Here - New Window). Thanks to Danika from http://www.tribshow.net/ and Mark from www.a1artistspotlight.com for the questions. Are you looking to start your own podcast? Come check out our step by step tutorials RISK FREE at www.schoolofpodcasting.com

In this episode I have input from a listener on how to stop robots ("bots" ) from spamming your phpbb forum for your listeners. We also have an open in invite from George of the oneminutehowto.com for anyone looing for exposure for your podcast. I also talk about dealing with negative comments (and how not to lose your mind). Simon has a forum at http://homedad.org.uk/forum/ where he was getting hit by a spambot about every 20 minutes 24/7 Yikes. Heard about this site "Projeckt Spambot" at http://www.beehave.de/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1400 which is a site that will spam you and then tell you how to set up your forum so that it can't. Simon inplemented an "Anti Bot Question" which you can find out at http://phpbb.mwegner.de/english/phpbb2/mods/anti-bot-question-mod/index.html This is where you iplementa question that a human would find easy, but a bot would have no clue. He hasn't had any spam since. Check out Simon Windisch of Shed Music at http://www.shedmusicuk.com/songs.htm George from www.oneminutehow

Today in show #112 I provide some insights into getting sponsors that I have found on my own. 1. Find an advertiser that fits your niche. In my case I found two products that I like and I use. There is no "stretch." These advertisers fit like a glove. 2. I did not lead with the word "podcast." I called it an Internet Radio Show. 3. I provided a sample report from podtrac.com for one of my podcasts. 4. There are many things you can use in negotiation. These include adding a banner on your site, having them generate coupons (to track sales), track the number of clicks to their site (to help calculate ROI); they could set up their product under a different paypal option to track sales. (I use a program called "Cloak and Tracker") The bad news is when I did a google search for "Podcast CPM" I saw number from $30 - $50 (that’s per 1,000 downloads). Let's go "best case scenario" if you had 20,000 downloads per show. If you charged $50 CPM, that is $4,000 per month (if you produced 4 shows per month).  Another

OK, today I'm a little loopy. I spent the night in the emergency room (with ym girlfriend -she's fine), and in today's interview with Lessa Barnes I'm loopy as it was the end of Day 3 of the New Media Expo (and we were sleep deprived). We giggle our way through the interview (with some edits due to background noise). The bottom line is this seems like a really good book. The more I read the more I like. Buy the book at Amazon.com or for more information and to read Leesa's blog about Podcasting (and free samples of the book) check out lessabarnes.com (new window). Her site features free chatpers, as well as links to all her blogs and more.  

BIG NEWS School of Podcasting Subscribers will now get a month in the USATDOAY.com's Blogger and Podcaster guide (a $49 savings) for FREE. If you want to stay in the online version (or the printed version that will be published once a week) you can get 20% (online) and 25% off (printed) version of the guide. Yes you can save $50 by spending $20. Keep in mind that you can sign up and cancel your subscription anytime. ON TODAY'S SHOWBob Packet from "History According to Bob" (www.hostoryaccordingtobob.com ) who has taken his passion for history, and his now profitting from his podcast by selling his old back catalogue as single episodes, as CDs, as CD sets. He is using a shopping cart www.mals-e.com For more information go to www.historyaccordingtobob.com

Are you arguing with your significant other about your podcasting habbits? Ever wonder how Dave has 8 podcasts? Is it true that he just has no life? NO. It revolves around careful planning, and involving your family and friends to help plan your podcasting schedule around THEM (not the other way around). Then you need to take advantage of the time when you can get some time in front of the mic. SITES and ITEMS Mentioned Zoom H2 Portable Recorder ($199) "All things Dave" www.personalpodcastcoach.com Podcast Consultant Service www.podcastfastpass.com I'm the Media www.imthemedia.com

Today I talk with Fred Castenada of www.strugglingentrepreneur.com and www.gaincontrolofyourday.com about the differences between Podcamp and The New Media Expo (Fred has been to both). We also learn about his two Podcasts and how he is promoting them. Fred talks about how easy it is to share your information and get great information at Podcamps. This interview was recorded using a Zoom H2. Other Items MentionedPersony Meeting Software www.trypersony.com Rob Walch Interviews a Podcast Listener "Show 200" Podcast Secrets"All Things Dave" www.personalpodcastcoach.com  

I give me insights into the expo. We give away the Behringer Podcast Studio Podcasting Package to Arthur Vanderbuilt (congrats and thanks for being a member). Reflections from the ExpoNicest guy I've never met before goes to Dave from www.twoboobsandababy.com Coolest Piece of Technology (for Schools at least)www.boxpopuli.com (in a booth)Zoom H2 (most popular recorder) Best Night Out on the Town Fred Castenadawww.strugglingentrepreneur.com/www.gaincontrolofyourday.com LAST 5 in 5Courtesy of Dan Klass www.thebitterestpill.com 1. The Twisted Pickle www.twistedpickle.com 2. Norm Augistine www.normaugustinus.com3. Coverville www.coverville.com 4. Cush Things I say www.cushrocks.com 5. The Hollywood Podcast http://hollywoodpodcast.com/6. Verge of the Fringe http://vergeofthefringe.blogspot.com/ According to the Podcastjunky UK I am the 9th most recognizable voice in Podcasting. I talk about this in my blog at http://davidjackson.org/2007/10/04/im-the-9th-most-recognized-voice-in-podcasting/

Are you going to the New Media Expo this week? I am. You can meet me outside ballroom A on Friday at 4:30ish. Here are some Tips for the Expo1.  Have your business cards with you at all times.2.  Have your elevatory pitch ready (www.15secondpitch.com )3.  Pace yourselves. If you come out of the gate too fast, you wil have nothing on Friday.4.  Bring some "instant food" (granola bars, power bars, Pop Tarts). Some of the parties ran out of food, and the cafeteria is expensive and extremley "OK." 5. Don't be afraid to talk to people. Just introduce yourselves, and the conversation wil start to flow. Don't com home with a giant list of regrest. 6. Keep moving. If you've set up a follow up appointment with someone, then move on to a new person. 7. Write on the back of the business card what you talked about, and email them when you get home. 8. Write on the business cards who you have an have not contacted. BACK TO SCHOOL SPECIAL. Get 20% off at the School of Podcasting by using the coupon code " bts " when you

Get 20% off your membership at the School of Podcasting using the coupon code bts when you sign up at www.schoolofpodcasting.com Today we interview George Hrab from www.geologicpodcast.com a very creative podcast. George produces 15 different types of segments that he then uses to assemble his podcast. While you may not be able to pull off as many voices as George, this "pieces parts" approach to podcasting may make creating your podcast easier. Meet me at the Expo at Friday at 4:15ish in front of Ballroom A We are giving away a Podcast Studio USB from Behringer to a member in October. Sites Mentioned:Geologic Podcast www.geologicpodcast.com George's Book "Non Coloring Book" www.lulu.com/georgehrab Podcast Fast Pass www.podcastfastpass.com New Media Expo http://www.newmediaexpo.com/incoming.php?linkid=1759

It's Back to School of and you can save 20% off your membership at the School of Podcasting (thorugh 10/1) when you use the coupon " bts " (short for back to school). Membership has its privledges as we will give away a Podcast Studio USB from Behringer to a member in October. Special thanks for Dave Gardner of www.ratcastradio.com and www.inlinehockeypodcast.com for the review of the Zoom H2 ($199 at Same Day Music and no TAX). Dave gives it 5 hockey pucks out of 5. Also Members of the School of Podcasting we are having some great times at our roundtables. Recently Fred from www.strugglingentrepreneur.com interviewed Tim from www.sleddogpodcast.com so we are doing more than just Q&A.

In today's show I play around a bit with the Zoom H4 recorder. I mention that there are 3 setting for volume. You can adjust many increments in addition to those three. I mention that if you have an issue with finding a quiet area, you already do. It's called YOUR CAR. I like the Zoom H4, I like its size, its battery, and the ability to record from XLR and 1/4." It has built in compressors and automatic recording level. I compare it to the Marantz MD660. The Zoom H4 doubles as a portable recorder AND a USB interface for recording. It also has a built in 4track recorder (great for musicians working on songs). The Zoom H4 is roughly $300. The Marantz MD660 is closer to $600 Last 5 in 5 From Brian and www.dimacast.com Blowing Smoke (google could not find this pdcast) Accidental Creativehttp://www.samedaymusic.com/mc--518373 Today in iPhonewww.todayiniphone.com The Rogues Galleryhttp://www.thedividingline.com/rg Podholes http://www.podholes.com/ Intro from Big Al Wagner of www.projectstudionetwork.com one of

Today I am looking at the Behringer USB Podcast Studio. This retails for $100 and it comes with everything you need to start podcasting (cables, mic, software, etc). This is geared towards the (in my opinion) single podcaster. You can connect more than one microphone to this, but there is only one XLR input (so you will need quarter inch cable converters, etc for mic number 2 - if you have more than one person "in studio"). Here is what I liked about it:The box comes with a handle making it every easy and convienient to take with you. It's small and doesn't take up your entire desk. The USB interface connected to both my computers without a hitch. I didn't even need to touch the driver CD. The manual is in a bunch of languages.The Price. If you purchased these separately you would be put out $158. What I wish would change about the product.Add an ON/OFF switch. Other Things to Consider:If you want to use a condensor microphone late, you will need to purchase a separate phantom powerWith ANY USB device you

Today I exposure my mistake using voiceemotion.com to record Kevin Bromber from Nowlive.com so instead of embarrassing myself, (and the fact that Skype broke down), I used my "recount" of the interview with Kevin. We also get a last 5 in 5, and I announce some future shows. Opening From Gary of www.podcastpickle.com LAST 5 IN 5 Courtesy of Fred Castaneda http://folkloricomusicdance.blogspot.com www.strugglingentrepreneur.com 1. The Morning Announcements2. Marketing Online Live www.marketingonlinelive.com3. Podcast Tools www.podcastools.com 4. Podcasting Underground www.podcastingunderground.com 5. Podcast Secrets (Premium). (check out www.secretswithdave.com ) Dave Talks About his conversation with Kevin Bromber The CEO and founder of www.nowlive.com (this was lost due to operator error). A new service that you can use that (as a Marquee user ) you can get high quality phone calls recorded (pricing on a case by case basis). Of course, I could avoid all of this by using (you guessed it www.nowlive.com ) Ot

Today I talk about any regrets I have after doing 100 shows. I have one thing I've changed (as of today). We also get some great feedback on organizing your podcast content. We also get a last 5 in 5. (11:15) Organizing Your Podcast InputMike Wills from www.nextgenerationofradio.com uses docs.google.com Big Al Wagner of www.projectstudionetwork.com uses http://www.backpackit.com/   Last 5 in 5Ken Blanchard the Urban Shooter Armed Citizen www.armedcitizenpodcast.com Girl 600 http://girl600.libsyn.com/ Gun Rights Advocates Podcast www.gunrights.us Old Time Radio Thrillers www.oldtimeradiofans.com School of Podcasting www.schoolofpodcasting.net (this site). Other Sites Mentionedwww.betterdave.com www.musicnewspodcast.netwww.sleddogpodcast.com www.weeklywebtools.com www.banditsigns.com

We have a ton of studd on the show today. We give away Sound Pack 3 from soundgods.com Congrats to Paul Clifford of the Tech, No bable Show You can earn money at Podcast Picke For Reviewing Podcasts We talk about how to keep things organzied so you don't let content slip through your fingers (and miss making it on to your podcast). We hear a promo for www.bestoftheworstpodcast.com I also talk about how easy it is to use www.polldaddy.com We then get a DUO of Last 5 in 5's (what were the last 5 podcasts you listened to, and tell us in less than 5 minutes). Dan from Journey Inside My Mind www.jimmpodcast.com had these:Morning Stories www.gbh.org/morningstoriesCoverville www.coverville.com Anji Bee Chill Cast http://chillcast.podshow.com Lifespring weekend Music http://weekendmusic.lifespringonline.com/Friday Night Dance Party http://www.fridaynightdanceparty.com/ Rich from www.audiogumshoe.com had these: Amp New Music Weekly http://amped.libsyn.com/Seventh Son  http://www.jchutchins.net/7thSonPodcast.xmlFIR

The great thing about podcasting is its getting big enough for companies to start building tools for podcasters. Today we look at the Audio Lite system from Gigavox (the makers of the Levelator). www.gigavox.com You can record your podcast in segements. Then (if needed) you can update certain segments (like an advertiser spot) in the current AND PAST podcasts. I'm using this not for advertisers, but for a non-profit (my church). Instead of having advertising spots rotate in and out, we use it for our calendar, and prayer concerns (items that chance from week to week). This way people are up to date with the latest news (no matter what episode they listen to). In reality your podcast can be evergreen. The information can be updated in past shows. The good news is its free to use. Take some time to think about it and how you want your podcast to go from section to section. I love it. Oh yeah. IT's FREE. The "bad" news is it doesn't work with Libsyn (it does with the more expensive Libsyn Pro). So I looked at s

Today I went and looked at some numbers regarding people using phones to listen to the School of Podcasting's Morning Announcements. I use voiceindigo.com and I had anywhere from 15 to 47 downloads a month. I also looked at how many people used the link shownotes.schoolofpodcasting.com and since April 100 people have used that link (which typically is not in print like today, but only heard in the podcast). So people ARE going to links they listen to. Sending Your Podcast to a Phonewww.voiceindigo.com Chris Penn's iPhone Kit http://www.financialaidpodcast.com/2007/06/30/financial-aid-podcast-podcaster-iphone-kit/   LAST 5 IN 5 From Dan Johnson of www.jimmpodcast.com Morning Announcements (this podcast - SUCK UP :) )Total Picture www.totalpicture.com (business leaders)Chill Cast www.anjibee.com (chill out with Anji)www.lynnparsons.net/redlightzone (A late night vibe podcast)www.jimmpodcast.com (An insight into Dan's mind) Other Sites Mentioned:www.soundsnap.com www.projectstudionetwork.com