Best Hobbyst Podcasts (2024)

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Better Podcasting #303 - Wrap-up Of Our Season Of Media Host Reviews 1:35:17

22d ago1:35:17

1:35:17

In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Update on SP's gear sales Windows 11 Stephen changes his keyboard to the Keychron K5 Pro Attempting a sit-stand riser in-place install For our FINAL media host review of the season, we give our final thoughts after doing our media host season, some of our notable surprises along the way, and our f…

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Better Podcasting #302 - Our Season Is Almost Finished / Media Host Segment: Castos 53:00

18d ago53:00

53:00

In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Overcast receives an update Captivate gets an upgrade Spotify removes Q&A feature For our FINAL media host review of the season, we give our take on Castos. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: ZOOM L-12 max file sizes Spotify for Podcasters app NOTE - As per the beginning of the…

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Better Podcasting #301 - PowerPress Compromised / Media Host Segment: Acast 56:57

1M ago56:57

56:57

In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: PowerPress plugin is compromised Podcast Beacon StreamYard removes pricing For our media host segment this week, we give our take on Acast. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: Audience reaction to limited Blubrry comments on PowerPress Video RSS feeds Better Podcasting 300 When …

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Better Podcasting #300 - Celebrating Our Favorite Better Podcasting Moments 1:19:21

1M ago1:19:21

1:19:21

In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: SAG AFTRA on AI commercials Podbean AI editing on the app For our 300th episode we run through some of our favorite moments from the past 300 episodes (and we discuss SOME of our advice that didn't hold up). Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: What's your favorite Better Podcast…

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Better Podcasting #299 - Applying Your Podcast Workflow To Biking / Media Host Segment: Spreaker 58:52

2M ago58:52

58:52

Episode Information: In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: SP's Rodecaster Pro 2 Replacement Adapter Libsyn shuts down Libsyn Studio SP applies his podcast workflow to his bike rides Buzzsprout writes a Libsyn article For our media host segment this week, we give our take on Spreaker. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics incl…

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Better Podcasting #298 - RX11 Might Not Work For You / Media Host Segment: Patreon 1:12:00

3M ago1:12:00

1:12:00

In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Another Rodecaster Pro 2 problem SP upgrades his studio There's something you should know about iZotope RX11 New Buzzsprout archive feature RSS.com new LIT tag Stephen's mac troubles For our media host segment this week, we give our take on Patreon. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics in…

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Better Podcasting #297 - Stepping Back From A Podcast / Media Host Segment: Misc Updates 1:15:56

3M ago1:15:56

1:15:56

In the Better Podnerings this week, topics include: Stephen's latest Mac update RX11 is released Hindenburg's transcript-focused update Rodecaster Duo SUPER DEAL New Rode WS14 Pop filter Peppa Pig podcast Taxing your computer Legends of SHIELD update For our media host segment this week, we give a few quick updates about some past media host review…

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Better Podcasting #296 - Our Trailer Is Old / Media Host Segment: Captivate.fm 1:04:32

3M ago1:04:32

1:04:32

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Spotify passes Apple Podcasts (in at least one way) Buzzsprout text feature Podnews reminds us of our trailer For our media host segment this week, we review Captivate.fm. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: IAB 2.2 feedback Registering a podcast domain The importance of backdatin…

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Better Podcasting #295 - Uncertifiably Compliant / Media Host Segment: RSS.com 1:15:10

4M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen has an update on his mac experiment Apple Podcasts scheduled outage New IAB guidelines released Spotify exits IAB For our media host segment this week, we review RSS.com. Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: Podcast transcripts Social media post plugins Find full episode in…

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Better Podcasting #294 - Wait, Stephen Bought What Now?! / Media Host Segment: Substack 1:10:37

4M ago1:10:37

1:10:37

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: StreamYard acquired Pinecast outage New Shure USB microphone Stephen's making a big podcast change For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Substack Finally, in this week's Better Podback topics include: Podcatchers DaVinci Resolve transcriptions We'll be away next week Find full ep…

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Better Podcasting #293 - YouTube Music Podcasts Still Evolving? / Media Host Segment: Transistor 1:04:49

4M ago1:04:49

1:04:49

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Further evolving our media host criteria Libsyn walks back their recent comments about Apple Podcasts iZotope RX sale pricing / loyalty offers YouTube Music Podcasts may keep evolving For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Transistor.fm Finally, in this week's Better Podback topic…

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Better Podcasting #292 - What We Want In A Future Audio Mixer / Media Host Segment: RedCircle 1:19:11

5M ago1:19:11

1:19:11

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Recap of why we are leaving Libsyn A recent discussion on Libsyn's The Feed about some testing they did on customer's feeds What do we want to see in a future audio mixer? Expanding our media host evaluation criteria For this week's media host segment, we give our review of RedCircle. Finally, in th…

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Better Podcasting #291 - Mackie DLZ Creator XS Security Flaw / Media Host Segment: Guest Chris Osborne's Pinecast Experience 1:06:23

5M ago1:06:23

1:06:23

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen returned the Mackie DLZ Creator XS (including a security flaw) Affinity sold to Canva - could there be benefits? Google Podcasts Gone: How to get your podcast on to YouTube Music For this week's media host segment, our guest Chris Osborne is here to talk about his experience with Pinecast. F…

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Better Podcasting #290 - We're Both Digital Mixer Cursed / Media Host Segment: Buzzsprout Review 1:02:15

5M ago1:02:15

1:02:15

This week we're pleased to bring back the Hobby Podcaster Profile with Chris Osborne AKA Waffles. In the Better Podnering this week topics include: A study for Apple Podcasts searchability Stephen is now facing a Mixcast 4 / Rodecaster Pro 1 challenge SP can't recommend the Rodecaster Pro 2 For this week's media host segment, we give our review of …

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Better Podcasting #289 - Stephen's Secret Audio Test / Media Host Segment: Simplecast Review 1:21:03

5M ago1:21:03

1:21:03

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: A lawsuit about a podcast title Spotify removes another show, unable to re-instate subscribers Stephen did a secret test: VDO Ninja pro audio setting Update on SP's Rodecaster Pro II RMA SP's temporary setup this week: PodTrak P4 For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Simplecast. …

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Better Podcasting #288 - Even More Rodecaster Pro II Problems / Media Host Segment: Guest Chris Ferrell's Recent Experience 1:13:27

6M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: SP has even more Rodecaster Pro 2 problems iOS transcripts are here Multi-tracking audio within OBS A simplified podcast experience using the Vocaster Two For this week's media host segment, our guest Chris Ferrell joins us to discuss his recent experience switching from Podbean to Spotify for Podca…

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Better Podcasting #287 - IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.2 / Media Host Segment: Spotify For Podcasters Review 1:08:42

6M ago1:08:42

1:08:42

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: IAB Podcast Guidelines v2.2 out for review (New?) Streaming service LiveSpace YouTube Music podcast badge What is good podcast badge etiquette? For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Spotify For Podcasters (Formerly Anchor). Finally, in this week's Better Podback, Stephen issues a…

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Better Podcasting #286 - Multi-cam Video Podcast Editing / Media Host Segment: Pinecast Review 1:11:21

6M ago1:11:21

1:11:21

In the Better Podnering this week topics include: SP's Multi-cam video editing journey Show analyzers Stephen hates the Polywav For this week's media host segment, we give our review of Podbean. Finally, in this week's Better Podback, infamous Bandrew Scott has a follow-up about last week's RE320 discussion. Plus, will he buy SP the infamous Find f…

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Better Podcasting #285 - SP's Earth-Shattering RE320 Feedback / Media Host Segment: Podbean Review 1:25:09

6M ago1:25:09

1:25:09

We open this week with an update about the How I Saved My Podcast and Hobby Podcaster Profile segments. In the Better Podnering this week topics include: Stephen abandons testing the Zoom PodTrak P8 SP has some earth shattering comments about the RE320 Why it might make sense to have a dedicated podcast machine Spotify is discontinuing the Music+Ta…

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Better Podcasting #284 - Season 4 Premiere! 1:25:52

6M ago1:25:52

1:25:52

Better Podcasting is back with the premiere of Season 4 of Better Podcasting - and we're shaking up the format! In this episode we'll begin by explaining some of the changes that you can expect to see going forward with Better Podcasting and we'll answer what is happening with the Better Podcasting: Live Chat show. In the debut of a new segment tha…

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Better Podcasting #283 - Our Gear 2023 1:17:06

9M ago1:17:06

1:17:06

In this special episode of Better Podcasting, we conclude our 2023 year by continuing our annual tradition of discussing the evolution of our gear over the last year. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss what we think was one of the biggest changes in podcasting 2023. Finally, in the Better Podback we run down some listener feedbac…

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Better Podcasting #282 - Update about Better Podcasting Season 4 1:13:02

12M ago1:13:02

1:13:02

This is a (mostly) un-edited posting of our live podcasting Q&A and podcast discussion that streams on Wednesdays. Topics this week include: - This is dual-feed episode - Official announcement about Better Podcasting - Main show - Update about SP's eBay ventures - Stephen has a new strategy for trying to sell his gear - The latest update of SP's SM…

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Better Podcasting #281 - Returning From A Hiatus 1:07:30

1y ago1:07:30

1:07:30

In the Season 3 Finale we have a topic that was two-seasons in the making - returning from a hiatus. This week we reflect on our experience returning from a hiatus including some of the successes we had, as well as some of the areas we wish we had handled better. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we discuss Generative AI in podcasts, how we…

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Better Podcasting #280 - Evolving with Your Audience 1:02:35

1+ y ago1:02:35

1:02:35

Sometimes as you evolve your podcast it can be jarring for your listeners, but there are ways that you can help include them in the process to help make it a better experience. In this episode we discuss ways to help engage your audience as you go through changes in your podcast. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we discuss the recently ann…

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Better Podcasting #279 - One Podcast Saved, Two Downloads and Lots of Podback! 47:14

1+ y ago47:14

47:14

Although we don't have a main segment this week, in this episode we podcast for our audience starting with a How I Saved My Podcast story, we end with six pieces of Better Podback, and in between we even have two Better Podcasting Downloads. Find full episode information including links referenced in this episode at https://www.betterpodcasting.com…

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Better Podcasting #278 - Posting to Multiple Locations 50:48

1+ y ago50:48

50:48

In the year 2023 there are a lot of places you may consider cross-posting your podcast to. Is it easy? Is there any ongoing maintenance? Should you let your media host do it for you? These are some of the areas we discuss in our conversation about posting to multiple distribution destinations. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we express o…

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Better Podcasting #277 - Podcast Branding 1:11:05

1+ y ago1:11:05

1:11:05

Podcast branding can be an important part of marketing your podcast, as well as helping to highlight the unique qualities of your podcast; but what exactly is branding? Today we discuss what podcast branding is, and how it's not just the tangible aspects like your artwork and promo material. This episode we're also pleased to debut a brand new segm…

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Better Podcasting #276 - Dedicated Social Media/Community Managers 50:26

1+ y ago50:26

50:26

This week we talk about the idea of using a dedicated (or paid) social media/community manager. Whether it's hiring someone to do this, or you're having someone you know take care of this, there are some important considerations to be had. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about a recent security issue with the PowerPress plugin. F…

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Better Podcasting #275 - Social Media For Your Podcast 1:14:34

1+ y ago1:14:34

1:14:34

Last week we talked about exploring other communities to help grow your podcast, and in the process we briefly touched on social media. However, since social media is a topic in itself, this episode we talk about some of the challenges and considerations you may have when trying to use social media for your podcast (and it might not just be used to…

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Better Podcasting #274 - Expanding Outside Your Normal Community 1:02:05

1+ y ago1:02:05

1:02:05

If you're trying to grow your podcast, the chances are there may be a point where you want to explore outside of your current community/social circles. In this episode we discuss some considerations to be had if you're looking to explore other communities to help grow your podcast. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we chat about the price i…

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Better Podcasting #273 - Defining Your Audience 1:02:06

1+ y ago1:02:06

1:02:06

Welcome to Season 3 of Better Podcasting. This episode we kick off our season discussing defining your audience. We'll talk about finding a niche in the space, as well as some of the challenges that can come by getting too specific. However, before we get there - we're please to start the episode with a How I Saved My Podcast story. In this week's …

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Better Podcasting #272 - Cohost Compatibility (Season 2 Finale) 1:24:27

1+ y ago1:24:27

1:24:27

In the Season 2 finale of Better Podcasting, we discuss co-host compatibility, and some of the ways you can self-reflect to help achieve that. We'll discuss some personal challenges that we've encountered, and some of the luck that we've also had as well. In this week's Better Podcasting Download we discuss TikTok using the term 'podcast'. Finally,…

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Better Podcasting #271 - Editing Choices and Your Personal Experiences 1:06:31

1+ y ago1:06:31

1:06:31

Editing can be one of the most difficult parts for some hobby podcasters and your personal experience with editing can determine whether it's easier or more difficult for you. In this episode we discuss some of the ways that we think you can help determine your editing process based on your personal experiences (and hopefully make the process more …

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Better Podcasting #270 - Overhauling Your Podcast 59:41

1+ y ago59:41

59:41

Continuing on with our discussion from last week, sometimes you may need to overhaul your podcast. Whether it's something on the surface, or something more in-depth, in this episode we discuss some of the considerations that we think you should have, and some of our experiences. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we talk about immersive pod…

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Better Podcasting #269 - Keeping The Passion for Your Podcast 1:15:54

1+ y ago1:15:54

1:15:54

We feel that in 2023 it's more important than ever for hobby podcasters to keep their passion for their podcast. In this episode we'll discuss some of the ways that we think hobby podcasters may have difficulties keeping their passion alive, some things that we think can help you keep your passion for your podcast, and what we think you might want …

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Better Podcasting #268 - Our Gear 2022 1:23:03

1+ y ago1:23:03

1:23:03

We conclude our 2022 by continuing with our annual tradition of discussing the evolution of our gear over the last year. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we discuss a recent report about holiday podcast downloads. *Note*: We will be taking 1 week off next week for a holiday break. Find full episode information including links referenced i…

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Better Podcasting #267 - Ideas Aren't Always Original (and that's ok) 49:56

1+ y ago49:56

49:56

With so many podcasts in the world, it can be hard to come up with an original podcast idea. Does that mean you should still create your podcast? We think so. In this episode we discuss some of the reasons why we think it's ok to create a podcast that has a theme that has been created already, some of the considerations you should have, and some of…

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Better Podcasting #266 - Building a Podcast Out Of A Community 55:32

1+ y ago55:32

55:32

In the past we've talked about building a community around your podcast, but what happens if it's the reverse and you want to build a podcast around an existing community? This week we discuss some of the considerations you may have if you're going to create a podcast based on an existing community. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we dis…

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Better Podcasting #265 - Video Shows, Podcasts, Or Both? 1:02:56

2y ago1:02:56

1:02:56

Perhaps it's because we do one ourselves, but we're often asked about adding a video companion to a podcast. A lot has changed since we last covered this, so we're taking a look at how video stacks up in the world of podcasting under a 2022 lens. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we discuss YouTube creating advice for podcasting on YouTube…

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Better Podcasting #264 - Imprinting Your Personality On Your Podcast 56:08

2y ago56:08

56:08

In this episode we chat about how your personality affects the choices that you make for your podcast. We'll discuss some examples we have on how our personality has affected the decisions we make for our podcasts. In this week's Better Podcasting download, we talk about Captivate increasing their download limits. In our Better Podback, we round up…

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Better Podcasting #263 - Anonymous Podcasting 56:42

2y ago56:42

56:42

In this episode we talk about the idea of anonymous podcasting. We discuss some of the reasons you might consider podcasting under a nickname, some of the reasons you may not want to, some of the challenges you may expect to see by using your real name, and some of our experiences using pseudonyms. We'll also discuss some of the places we think you…

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Better Podcasting #262 - The Future of Better Podcasting 59:48

2y ago59:48

59:48

It's here, it's finally here! In our return episode of Better Podcasting, we kick off Season 2 of Better Podcasting (yes, Season 2) and in this episode we're going to talk about the future of Better Podcasting. In typical Better Podcasting fashion, we'll share some of the behind-the-scenes discussions that we had, and the reasons behind the decisio…

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Better Podcasting #261 - We're Returning! (plus a replay of SP's chat with Scott Johnson) 1:09:43

2y ago1:09:43

1:09:43

We're coming back next week! In this episode we announce the return of Better Podcasting. You should stick around after the announcement for a replay of a recent chat that SP did with infamous Scott Johnson of Frogpants (recorded for his 'Better Podcasting Chats with SP' show). Join us live on November 2, 2022 at 4pm Pacific / 7pm Eastern when we r…

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Better Podcasting #260 - Our Gear 2021: Combined Edition / Update About Better Podcasting 1:15:56

2+ y ago1:15:56

1:15:56

We release our final episode of 2021 with an update about our hiatus, why it'll be longer than we anticipated, and some self-reflection on how our recent situation affects hobby podcast endeavors. We also have a combined (condensed) version of our annual Our Gear tradition discussing our equipment purchases over the past year.. In our Better Podbac…

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Better Podcasting #259 - Taking A Break From Podcasting 1:00:51

3y ago1:00:51

1:00:51

Sometimes the best way to save your podcast, is to take a break from podcasting. This week we talk the concept of taking a break from podcasting, why it can be important to take a break from podcasting, how you might utilize taking a break from podcasting, and recognizing when it might be time to take a break from podcasting. We also have an import…

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Better Podcasting #258 - Comparing Rodecaster Pro Alternatives 53:59

3y ago53:59

53:59

Tascam just released a new recorder/mixer called the Mixcast 4, and it reminds us a lot of the Rodecaster Pro. This episode we run down the specs on the Mixcast 4 and then summarize some other mixers/recorders, what we think is their pros/cons, and how they stack up against eachother. We hope this episode helps you navigate what is rapidly building…

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Better Podcasting #257 - SP Experiences Podcast Movement As A Hobbyist 1:09:15

3y ago1:09:15

1:09:15

SP recently attended Podcast Movement 2021, and he set out with a few goals. In this week's episode, SP recounts his experience at Podcast Movement and how he felt about it attending as a hobbyist. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we follow up on previous discussion about Discord threads. Finally, we take listener feedback, including list…

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Better Podcasting #256 - Key Elements of Hobby Podcasting 1:04:53

3y ago1:04:53

1:04:53

What do we think are the key elements of a hobby podcast? This week we discuss some of the elements that we think are specifically important for hobby podcast - and some of the ones that we think where hobby podcasters have an advantage over professional podcasters. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss a change with Discord - it no…

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Better Podcasting #255 - Hobby Podcasting Isn't Free Podcasting 58:05

3y ago58:05

58:05

If podcasting is your hobby, does that mean that it's free? The answer is no, hobby podcasting isn't free podcasting. This week we discuss some of the challenged that make it hard to try to podcast for free, and where it might benefit to try to pay a little money, and where you can try to save a buck or two. In this week's Better Podcasting Downloa…

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Better Podcasting #254 - Starting a Hobby Podcast Network 1:05:36

3y ago1:05:36

1:05:36

This week we break down some of our learnings from running the GonnaGeek Network and provide some recommendations that we have for hobby podcasters that are thinking about starting a hobby podcast network. In this week's Better Podcasting Download, we discuss some recent news that came out about the latest Audacity terms of service, and what we thi…

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