6 Training Resources To Make You A Better Podcaster
09/22/21 • 14 min
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Starting a podcast is easy. But becoming better by following self-serve, learn-at-your-own-pace materials will only get you so far. Sometimes, you need a specialized curriculum to make you a better podcaster.
Writing Podcasting for Dummies back in 2005 taught me to love podcasting. Writing Expert Podcasting Practices for Dummies a few years later almost made me hate it.
Why? Because the journey to becoming a better podcaster is a thousand or more different paths, each winding in, out, and around the others. Anyone selling you a master class on podcasting is probably only offering a master class in how they podcast.
So today, I'm going to break down six—yes, only six—educational resources designed for seasoned podcasters to up their game
1. Take a Transom.org Workshop. Transom’s goal is to make you the best storyteller you can be. But fair warning, these educational programs, like many good educational programs, are not inexpensive.
2. Read Out On The Wire, by Jessica Abel, a timeless book I think every serious podcaster should have in their head as well as on their bookshelf. But it’s not a book filled with worksheets and actionable takeaways. Instead, it’s about the process of making great audio.
3. Get NPR-level training from NPR. They’ve packaged up a wide range of incredibly insightful resources that podcasters can consume. It's a huge treasure trove of information that’s worth regular visits to see what new information they’ve made available to all of us podcasters.
4. Up your podcast marketing with Polymash if you’re looking for higher-level marketing and optimization strategies specific to podcasting.
5. Get Better With Other Podcasters In The Podcast Academy. I’m excited to see a shift in focus this year to mentorship groups where seasoned podcasters meet and collaborate on a regular basis, allowing each small group to evolve in its own way that serves the needs of in each small group.
6. Get specialized audio training from The Podcast Audio Lab. Coming very soon, Marcus dePaula will offer short, highly focused training videos designed to solve very specific audio/recording challenges faced by more advanced podcasters.
If I missed your favorite resource (which is bound to happen), please share your thoughts in the Advancing Podcasting community with a hundred or so other seasoned podcasters who want to get better at the craft of podcasting.
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Links:
• FREE 3-week trial of My Podcast Reviews - https://mypodcastreviews.com/pp
• Podcasting for Dummies (1st Edition, the newest is 4th) - https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Podcasting+For+Dummies-p-9780471748984
• Expert Podcasting Practices for Dummies - https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Expert+Podcasting+Practices+For+Dummies-p-9780470149263
• Workshops from Transom - https://transom.org/workshops/about
• Out On The Wire by Jessica Abel - https://jessicaabel.com/out-on-the-wire
• NPR training site - https://training.npr.org
• Podcast marketing & optimization courses from Polymash - https://polymash.com/my-courses
• The Podcast Academy - https://www.thepodcastacademy.com
• The Podcast Audio Lab - http://podcastaudiolab.com
• Advancing Podcasting community (Discord) - http://advancingpodcasting.xyz
• Email me - [email protected]
• New support page in progress - https://podcastpontifications.com/support
• Want to sponsor Podcast Pontifications? - https://podcastpontifications.com/sponsor
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A written-to-be-read article and a full transcript of the audio of this episode can be found at https://podcastpontifications.com/episode/6-training-resources-to-make-you-a-better-podcaster.
Visit https://twitter.com/evoterra for more podcasting insights from Evo Terra as they come.
Buy him a virtual coffee to show your support at https://BuyMeACoffee.com/evoterra.
And if you need a professional in your podcasting corner, please visit https://Simpler.Media to see how Simpler Media Productions can help you reach your business objectives with podcasting.
Allie Press assists with the production and transcription of the show. Learn more about Allie at http://alliepress.net.
Podcast Pontifications four times a week to provide ideas and ask questions every working podcaster should be thinking about. Subscribe today at https://PodcastPontifications.com.
Photo by Christin Hume on Unsplash
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Starting a podcast is easy. But becoming better by following self-serve, learn-at-your-own-pace materials will only get you so far. Sometimes, you need a specialized curriculum to make you a better podcaster.
Writing Podcasting for Dummies back in 2005 taught me to love podcasting. Writing Expert Podcasting Practices for Dummies a few years later almost made me hate it.
Why? Because the journey to becoming a better podcaster is a thousand or more different paths, each winding in, out, and around the others. Anyone selling you a master class on podcasting is probably only offering a master class in how they podcast.
So today, I'm going to break down six—yes, only six—educational resources designed for seasoned podcasters to up their game
1. Take a Transom.org Workshop. Transom’s goal is to make you the best storyteller you can be. But fair warning, these educational programs, like many good educational programs, are not inexpensive.
2. Read Out On The Wire, by Jessica Abel, a timeless book I think every serious podcaster should have in their head as well as on their bookshelf. But it’s not a book filled with worksheets and actionable takeaways. Instead, it’s about the process of making great audio.
3. Get NPR-level training from NPR. They’ve packaged up a wide range of incredibly insightful resources that podcasters can consume. It's a huge treasure trove of information that’s worth regular visits to see what new information they’ve made available to all of us podcasters.
4. Up your podcast marketing with Polymash if you’re looking for higher-level marketing and optimization strategies specific to podcasting.
5. Get Better With Other Podcasters In The Podcast Academy. I’m excited to see a shift in focus this year to mentorship groups where seasoned podcasters meet and collaborate on a regular basis, allowing each small group to evolve in its own way that serves the needs of in each small group.
6. Get specialized audio training from The Podcast Audio Lab. Coming very soon, Marcus dePaula will offer short, highly focused training videos designed to solve very specific audio/recording challenges faced by more advanced podcasters.
If I missed your favorite resource (which is bound to happen), please share your thoughts in the Advancing Podcasting community with a hundred or so other seasoned podcasters who want to get better at the craft of podcasting.
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Links:
• FREE 3-week trial of My Podcast Reviews - https://mypodcastreviews.com/pp
• Podcasting for Dummies (1st Edition, the newest is 4th) - https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Podcasting+For+Dummies-p-9780471748984
• Expert Podcasting Practices for Dummies - https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Expert+Podcasting+Practices+For+Dummies-p-9780470149263
• Workshops from Transom - https://transom.org/workshops/about
• Out On The Wire by Jessica Abel - https://jessicaabel.com/out-on-the-wire
• NPR training site - https://training.npr.org
• Podcast marketing & optimization courses from Polymash - https://polymash.com/my-courses
• The Podcast Academy - https://www.thepodcastacademy.com
• The Podcast Audio Lab - http://podcastaudiolab.com
• Advancing Podcasting community (Discord) - http://advancingpodcasting.xyz
• Email me - [email protected]
• New support page in progress - https://podcastpontifications.com/support
• Want to sponsor Podcast Pontifications? - https://podcastpontifications.com/sponsor
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A written-to-be-read article and a full transcript of the audio of this episode can be found at https://podcastpontifications.com/episode/6-training-resources-to-make-you-a-better-podcaster.
Visit https://twitter.com/evoterra for more podcasting insights from Evo Terra as they come.
Buy him a virtual coffee to show your support at https://BuyMeACoffee.com/evoterra.
And if you need a professional in your podcasting corner, please visit https://Simpler.Media to see how Simpler Media Productions can help you reach your business objectives with podcasting.
Allie Press assists with the production and transcription of the show. Learn more about Allie at http://alliepress.net.
Podcast Pontifications four times a week to provide ideas and ask questions every working podcaster should be thinking about. Subscribe today at https://PodcastPontifications.com.
Photo by Christin Hume on Unsplash
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5 Resources To Help You Think Like A Serious Podcaster
Where does the serious podcaster go when seeking to up their game? The web is lousy with “how to get started in podcasting” resources. Fortunately, there are also some great next-level resources. Here are five:
1. Podnews - The aim of the publication is not to make you a better podcaster. Instead, it’s designed to update you on the latest podcast news. Which, I’d argue, is an important thing for serious podcasters to do. Being informed across a large cross-section of our industry is important to any podcaster wishing to up their own game.
2. Sounds Profitable - Even if you don’t care about podcast advertising, you need to read what Bryan Barletta has to say every week. True, the focus of Sounds Profitable is podcast ad tech. But podcast ad tech is becoming podcast tech. Consider podcast ad tech as the canary in the coal mine, if you like.
3. Hot Pod - Hot Pod has been a staple of podcasting for several years and was founded to cover how the larger players—big media organizations and large production houses, mostly— are finding success with podcasting. Serious podcasting, one might say, instead of hobbyist podcasting.
4. HowSound - HowSound is a podcast that showcases the best in audio storytelling. Each episode helps you understand the why as much as the how behind stories that work really, really well in audio, leaving you with plenty of great nuggets to apply as you kick your podcast up a notch or two.
5. Podcast Pulse - A Twitter list of 100+ Twitter accounts that frequently post excellent content to help any podcaster improve their skills. Follow the list to see what the current podcast Twitter zeitgeist is bubbling with.
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Links:
• FREE 3-week trial of My Podcast Reviews - https://mypodcastreviews.com/pp
• Podnews -https://podnews.net
• Sounds Profitable - https://soundsprofitable.com
• Hot Pod - https://hotpodnews.com
• HowSound - https://transom.org/topics/howsound
• Podcast Pulse - https://twitter.com/i/lists/1091683091872010240
• Advancing Podcasting community - http://advancingpodcasting.xyz
• Email me - [email protected]
• New support page in progress - https://podcastpontifications.com/support
• Want to sponsor Podcast Pontifications? - https://podcastpontifications.com/sponsor
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A written-to-be-read article and a full transcript of the audio of this episode can be found at https://podcastpontifications.com/episode/5-resources-to-help-you-think-like-a-serious-podcaster.
Visit https://twitter.com/evoterra for more podcasting insights from Evo Terra as they come.
Buy him a virtual coffee to show your support at https://BuyMeACoffee.com/evoterra.
And if you need a professional in your podcasting corner, please visit https://Simpler.Media to see how Simpler Media Productions can help you reach your business objectives with podcasting.
Allie Press assists with the production and transcription of the show. Learn more about Allie at http://alliepress.net.
Podcast Pontifications four times a week to provide ideas and ask questions every working podcaster should be thinking about. Subscribe today at https://PodcastPontifications.com.
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Support For Abortion Rights
While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. The Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade on June 24th. Abortion is a basic healthcare need for the millions of people who can become pregnant. Everyone should have the freedom to decide what’s best for themselves and their families, including when it comes to ending a pregnancy. This decision has dire consequences for individual health and safety, and could have harsh repercussions for other landmark decisions. Restricting access to comprehensive reproductive care, including abortion, threatens the health and independence of all Americans. Even if you live in a state where abortion rights are upheld, access to safe medical procedures shouldn’t be determined by location, and it shouldn't be the privilege of a small few. You can help by donating to local abortion funds. To find out where to donate for each state, visit donations4abortion.com. If you or someone you know needs help, or if you want to get more involved, here are 5 resources: 1. ShoutYourAbortion.com is a campaign to normalize abortion. 2. DontBanEquality.com ...
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Get Serious About Your Podcast With These 5 Upgrades
It’s true that it’s cheap to start a podcast. It’s also true that the best podcasters don’t often podcast on the cheap. Getting serious about podcasting means selecting serious podcasting tools and services.
As is the case with most other creative pursuits; podcasters have options to use a better suite of tools and services that allow them to save time and—in the long run—money by letting them focus more on mastering the craft of podcasting.
To that end, I offer you five upgrade paths for tools and services used by serious podcasters.
1. Upgrade to a serious DAW. Yes, I know you can do everything you currently need to do for your podcast with the free digital audio workstation (DAW) that you're using. But I assure you there are a great number of options, efficiencies, and enhancements you've not been exposed to because of your continued use of the tool that came on your computer or the one you downloaded for free.
2. Clean your audio before adding it to your DAW. It may sound, to you, that pre-cleaning audio instead of letting your DAW’s plugins is a needless step. But done right, doing pre-clean will sound, to your listeners, like an essential step.
3. Improve your recording environment. Acoustically treating the space you use the most to record and getting rid of those cheap, noisy mic cables can make a huge difference that your audience will hear.
4. Pick a centralized communication, coordination, and collaboration service. Your Rube Goldberg-esque system using Dropbox, Google Docs, Slack, WhatsApp, Messenger, and email can only be pushed so far.
5. Start outsourcing. No, not your audio editing. Start by getting a trusted assistant to do every rote task, and then consider investing in a pro to master every episode before it’s published. Both allow you to be that much better.
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Links:
• FREE 3-week trial of My Podcast Reviews - https://mypodcastreviews.com/pp
• Hindenburg Journalist Pro (DAW) - https://hindenburg.com/products/hindenburg-journalist-pro
• Adobe Audition (DAW) - https://www.adobe.com/products/audition/free-trial-download.html
• Reaper (DAW) - https://www.reaper.fm
• Logic Pro (DAW) - https://www.apple.com/logic-pro
• Pro Tools (DAW) - https://www.avid.com/pro-tools
• iZotope (cleanup) - https://www.izotope.com
• Accusonus (cleanup) - https://accusonus.com
• Waves (cleanup) - https://www.waves.com
• Audimute (sound conditioning) - https://www.audimute.com
• KOPUL (mic cables) - http://www.kopulcables.com
• Mogami (mic cables) - https://mogamicable.com
• Basecamp (comms) - https://basecamp.com
• Notion (comms) https://www.notion.so
• Monday (comms) - https://monday.com
• ClickUp (comms) https://clickup.com
https://www.wiley.com/en-us/Podcasting+For+Dummies-p-9780471748984
• New support page is finished! - https://podcastpontifications.com/support
• Want to sponsor Podcast Pontifications? - https://podcastpontifications.com/sponsor
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A written-to-be-read article and a full transcript of the audio of this episode can be found at https://podcastpontifications.com/episode/get-serious-about-your-podcast-with-these-5-upgrades.
Visit https://twitter.com/evoterra for more podcasting insights from Evo Terra as they come.
Buy him a virtual coffee to show your support at https://BuyMeACoffee.com/evoterra.
And if you need a professional in your podcasting corner, please visit https://Simpler.Media to see how Simpler Media Productions can help you reach your business objectives with podcasting.
Allie Press assists with the production and transcription of the show. Learn more about Allie at http://alliepress.net.
Podcast Pontifications four times a week to provide ideas and ask questions every working podcaster should be thinking about. Subscribe today at https://PodcastPontifications.com.
Photo by Brooke Lark on Unsplash
Mentioned in this episode:
Support For Abortion Rights
While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. The Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade on June 24th. Abortion is a basic healthcare need for the millions of people who can become pregnant. Everyone sho...
Podcast Pontifications - 6 Training Resources To Make You A Better Podcaster
Transcript Summary
In this episode titled "6 Training Resources To Make You A Better Podcaster," discover how you can take your podcasting skills to the next level with specialized educational resources. Starting a podcast may be easy, but by utilizing recommended training programs, you can enhance your storytelling abilities and create captivating audio stories. Learn about Transom.org workshops for improving your storytelling techniques, explore Jessica Abel's book "Out On The Wire" for valuable insights into crafting exceptional audio narratives, and delve into NPR's free training series designed specifically for radio, but applicable to podcasters. Additionally, Polymash offers valuable marketing and optimization strategies to help grow your podcast, while The Podcast Academy (TPA) provides collaboration and mentorship opportunities. Also, check out Podcast Audio Labs by Marcus DePaula for guidance on overcoming specific challenges faced by podcasters. Don't miss the chance to sharpen your podcasting skills; episode details include links to all the recommended resources mentioned.
Transcript
Starting a podcast is easy, but becoming better by following self-serve learn at your own pace. Materials will only get you so far. Sometimes you need specialized curriculum to make you a better podcaster.
Today's episode is brought to you by My Podcast Reviews because you need to know what your audience is saying about your podcast! With My Podcast Reviews, you'll be notified anytime anyone anywhere in the world l
6 Training Resources To Make You A Better Podcaster Top Questions Answered
How can I improve my storytelling skills in podcasting?
Transom.org offers workshops by Rob Rosenthal that specialize in improving storytelling skills in podcasting and other audio formats.
What is a recommended book for making great audio stories in podcasts?
"Out On The Wire" by Jessica Abel is a highly recommended book that explores the world of making great audio stories.
Where can I find free training resources for podcasters?
NPR offers free training resources on various topics relevant to podcasters, including editing, interviews, and accents.
Are there courses available for learning podcast marketing strategies?
Polymash offers detailed courses that focus on the marketing side of podcasting, specifically optimization strategies.
What is the aim of The Podcast Academy (TPA)?
The Podcast Academy aims to unify the podcasting community and offers mentor groups for collaboration among podcasters.
Where can I find training videos for specific podcasting challenges?
Podcast Audio Labs by Marcus DePaula provides training videos that address specific challenges faced by experienced podcasters.
Are there more training resources available besides the ones mentioned?
This list is not exhaustive, and suggestions for other resources can be shared in the comments or Advancing Podcasting community.
What will the next episode cover in terms of enhancing podcasting skills?
Tomorrow's episode will cover pro-level tools and services that can enhance podcasting skills.
How easy is it to start a podcast?
Starting a podcast is relatively easy, but becoming a better podcaster requires specialized education.
How can I become a better podcaster?
To become a better podcaster, you can explore educational resources like workshops, books, training videos, and courses offered by various platforms and experts.
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