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OnTheGo.FMMake your conference better with a podcastAre you part of a group that has a conference every year? Some of those groups have membership fees just to be a part of the group. And then the conference is an additional cost on top of that. That's fine, I guess. But I've noticed that some of those groups seem to only exist for the sake of the annual conference. And it's made me wonder: What's the benefit of paying for membership when the only thing offered is the conference, which I have to pay extra for in order to attend? I want to show you how a podca...
2019-10-0705 min
OnTheGo.FMRule 7 in podcastingThere are four parts to a mobile-friendly message. There's the technical (technology and technique). There is also the communication side (content and presentation). Content is what you say Presentation is how you say it Content and presentation are equally important, especially when making your message mobile with a podcast. That's why there's Rule 7 in podcasting.
2019-09-1707 min
OnTheGo.FMThe Great Commission and Mobile TechnologyRemember that story? From the Bible. Jesus told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20) Make disciples When Jesus told his disciples to “go and make disciples of all the na...
2019-09-1306 min
OnTheGo.FM4 types of noise in your podcastNoise interferes with communication. And because podcasting is an act of communication, noise is a problem for podcasters. But sometimes noise can’t be fixed with anything technical. It’s a different kind of problem that needs a different kind of solution. Podcasting is an act of verbal communication There have been many models and diagrams of communication throughout the years, but here it is in its simplest form. You speak. The listener listens. The listener speaks. You listen. However, missing from that simple description of communication is what we c...
2019-08-0513 min
OnTheGo.FMRule 6 in podcasting - #113On the technical side of podcasting there are two important parts: Technology and technique. 1. Technology is what you use 2. Technique is how you use it Technology and technique are not equal in importance. And that's why there is Rule 6 in podcasting. I'm a podcast editor and podcast consultant. If you have questions about your podcast or need guidance starting one, contact me at JasonNorris.com or OnTheGo.FM.
2019-07-2505 min
OnTheGo.FMRule 5 in podcastingYour podcast needs editing because of how your audience experiences your show. Here are two edits you need, no matter your editing philosophy. Rule 5 in podcasting OnTheGo.FM Links mentioned in this episode: Segment from On the Media about how NPR edits https://www.wnyc.org/story/129437-pulling-back-the-curtain/ Details about LUFS, LKFS, and Loudness Normalization https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LKFS Auphonic, the online tool that levels and sets loudness https://auphonic.com/
2019-05-1609 min
OnTheGo.FMWhat can a podcast ministry do for your church?Can your church encourage greater participation and engagement with a podcast ministry? Can you teach your teachers how to teach better with a podcast ministry? Can you provide ministry training with a podcast ministry? Hint: Yes! (All that and more!) A podcast ministry can help your church overcome problems like the lack of engagement from church members, teacher training, and ministry training of all kinds. It can extend your teaching and ministry in ways you’ve never thought about before. Together, let’s explore what’s possible in you...
2019-04-1606 min
OnTheGo.FMThe new Radio 101 class should teach podcastingMany colleges teach radio production courses, but not all teach about podcasts. I believe the best way to prepare broadcast students for the future is by emphasizing how to produce podcasts. If you love talking, telling stories, editing—if you love audio—you've got to learn podcasting!
2019-04-0907 min
OnTheGo.FMRule 4 in podcastingWhich microphone should I use? Do I need a mixer? How do I plug two mics into my computer? How do I talk to someone in another part of the world? Welcome to Rule 4 in podcasting. This is about the technical side of podcasting: Technology Technique
2019-04-0205 min
OnTheGo.FMRule 3 in podcastingMaking a podcast is more complex than some people make it sound. There are lots of details to understand to create a show that people are able to hear and want to hear. All the details can be overwhelming—especially if you’ve never made a podcast before. (And that warning about consequences in Rule 2 might be adding to your hesitation). That’s why there’s Rule 3 in podcasting.
2019-03-2605 min
OnTheGo.FMRule 2 in podcastingBefore you listen to this episode, make sure you listen to Rule 1 in podcasting. The first rule is so important that it needs to be heard before listening to Rule 2. Rule 1 in podcasting: https://OnTheGo.FM/otg106 After you hear Rule 1, then you'll be ready to hear the challenges you'll face with Rule 2 in podcasting.
2019-03-1906 min
OnTheGo.FMRule 1 in podcastingWhen I coach, consult, or advise a potential podcaster, I start with the most important rule in podcasting. Rule 1 is the mindset you need to embrace when you start. It's also a mindset you need to keep no matter how many episodes you've produced.
2019-03-1206 min
OnTheGo.FMDo you understand the potential of podcasts?Every year since podcasts were invented, more and more people have started listening on the go. They discovered it was fun to listen to interviews, comedies, and discussions while they were commuting, exercising, and walking the dog. They also discovered they could learn on the go. Long, long ago, Zig Ziglar talked about the “automobile university,” a way to learn during your commute. That concept has grown exponentially today! If you had a podcast, people could be learning from you, too. Important: You can do more than the...
2019-02-1904 min
OnTheGo.FMWill people stop coming to church if we podcast it?If I make my message mobile, will people stop coming here? That’s the fear expressed by many people in churches, and I wonder if it’s the same fear for those who teach and work at institutes of higher education. The worry is an old one, at least as far as church is concerned. If you're ready to start a podcast for your church, I’ve created a web site just for you. Podcast Ministry is about how a church can serve both congregation and community with a podcast. That...
2019-02-0505 min
OnTheGo.FM4 parts of a mobile-friendly messageMy goal is to get everyone thinking and preparing for the future of communication. If you have a message to share with people, you need to take a serious look at the changes that have already happened and begin preparing now to take advantage of the changes that are coming very soon. There is coming a time—and actually, it’s already here—when your opportunity to communicate your message will be while people are on the go with their mobile devices. So make your message mobile. There are 4 parts to a mobi...
2019-01-2307 min
OnTheGo.FMMake your message mobile with a podcastCulture has changed. Exponential technologies have radically changed how we communicate. Find out why making your message mobile is key, and making it mobile with a podcast is the best choice for deeper connections. Links mentioned: Brady Shearer at ProChurchTools.com https://prochurchtools.com/ Peter Diamandis on exponential technologies The 6 Ds https://www.diamandis.com/blog/exponential-roadmaps
2019-01-1113 min
OnTheGo.FMWhat else can you do with a podcast?Podcasts are more popular than ever! But I’m concerned that what the top podcasts do will overshadow other ways to use this amazing medium. So I’m here to ask and answer this question: What else can you do with a podcast? https://OnTheGo.FM
2019-01-0203 min
Podcast LocalIntroducing our new local podcast for Richardson, Texas (Behind the Scenes: Part 6)Wow! A lot has happened between publishing this episode of Podcast Local and episode one of our local podcast. I must tell that story soon on an revived version of Podcast Local. Feel free to listen to this, but here's a brief back story. This was the only episode we published as OnTheGo in Richardson. Just one. Then "life" happened in a big way. We were not able to continue with this show. Until now! The first episode of our new local podcast for Richardson, Texas is available now at ThisIsRichardson.com. For those interested in the technical stuff, we...
2017-12-0900 minPodcast LocalHow to make a local podcast (Podcast Local: Behind the Scenes – Part 1)Stop.
Just for a moment, stop. And think. Think about where you live. What’s cool about it? What are three neat things about your community outsiders don’t know? Now, stop and think about this. What you just did is the first step in making a local podcast. Step two? Listen to Podcast Local.
Podcast Local: Behind the Scenes
Discover how to make a local podcast in this special summer series from Podcast Local, a production of OnTheGo.FM. I’m Jason Norris, the host of Podcast Local, and I’m about to start a new local podcast for Richards...
2017-07-1900 minPodcast LocalEthical editing is a key factor in Ethical Podcasting – Part 2Digital editing is powerful
Editing can make you sound amazing. Editing can enhance your message. Editing can change the meaning of your message. Editing can distort the truth. Editing really is powerful. So edit responsibly. How do you do that? Start by listening to this episode, which takes a closer look at ethical issues in audio and video editing and how easy it is to cross the line into telling stories in untruthful ways.
Editors, listen to these two stories to understand the impact of audio editing.
99% Invisible. Episode 256. Sounds Natural. *Spoiler alert* I talk about this near the end...
2017-05-1900 min
The ShowrunnerNo. 101 Showrunner 101 (Back to Basics)A few hours before recording this episode, we received an email from a loyal Showrunner listener. It turned out to be the perfect idea for an episode. Here is the email, from Jason Norris of Podcast Local, which is part of OnTheGo.FM. If you haven't planned episode 101 yet, consider this. Showrunner 101 sounds like... Listen to episode
2017-05-1744 min
The ShowrunnerNo. 101 Showrunner 101 (Back to Basics)A few hours before recording this episode, we received an email from a loyal Showrunner listener. It turned out to be the perfect idea for an episode. Here is the email, from Jason Norris of Podcast Local, which is part of OnTheGo.FM. If you haven’t planned episode 101 yet, consider this. Showrunner 101 sounds like... Listen to episode
2017-05-1744 minPodcast LocalTell the stories of your communityDo you "podcast local?"
It's an area of podcasting that is growing, and this show is all about local podcasting and local podcasters. This episode will introduce the concept of local podcasting, including an important definition to guide you in creating your own local podcast. Also discover the heart of local podcasts. This is the benchmark by which you can judge the quality of your own local show.
Links mentioned in episode 1
Podcasters Roundtable: The challenge of being local Fort Worth Moms Blog: Staying in Fort Worth after School Metapodcast from OnTheGo.FM OnTheGo in Fort Worth Support for Podcast...
2016-10-1100 min
OnTheGo.FM100 Days 100 EpisodesThis is it! 100 days of podcasting daily. What’s next? Press play to find out. Listen to episode 100 of OnTheGo.FM OnTheGo.FM is a network. We are practicing the art and skill of making audio podcasts and sharing our experiences and insights with you. Stay tuned for much more! The post 100 Days, 100 Episodes (OTG100) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-04-0905 min
OnTheGo.FMWearing the green hat as I consider creative alternatives for the future of this metapodcastListen to episode 99 of OnTheGo.FM Episodes reviewing my metapodcast Episode 95: Blue Hat Episode 96: Red Hat Episode 97: Yellow Hat Episode 98: Black Hat Episode 99: Green Hat (this episode here!) Episode 100: White Hat More information about the Six Thinking Hats The post Wearing the green hat as I consider creative alternatives for the future of this metapodcast (OTG99) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-04-0911 min
OnTheGo.FMWearing the black hat and realizing the best-laid plans of dogs and podcasters often go awryWhew. OK. This is the episode where I talk about what did not go well during my journey of podcasting daily. Listen to episode 98 of OnTheGo.FM The post Wearing the black hat and realizing the best-laid plans of dogs and podcasters often go awry (OTG98) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-04-0812 min
OnTheGo.FMWearing the yellow hat as I celebrate 3 great things because of my daily podcastI’ve been podcasting every day in 2016. Now I’m approaching day 100. So this week I’m reviewing what I’ve learned and experienced. I’m using a creative process called the Six Thinking Hats. Each hat represents a specific way of analyzing and evaluating ideas. Blue Hat episode 95 explains the hats in more detail, and how […] The post Wearing the yellow hat as I celebrate 3 great things because of my daily podcast (OTG97) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-04-0708 min
OnTheGo.FMWearing the red hat as we talk about the emotional effect of podcasting dailyAs I approach episode 100 (and day 100) of daily podcasting, I’m looking back at where I started and where I am today. I’m doing that through a creative process known as Six Thinking Hats. The Blue Hat episode yesterday explained all this in more detail, and described the process that I would use. Today, I'm wearing the red hat as we talk about the emotional effect of podcasting daily.
2016-04-0613 min
OnTheGo.FMWearing the blue hat as I think about this journey of daily podcastingThere’s a creative process that involves different colored hats. I’ll explain that and how I’m using this to review my metapodcast as I approach episode 100. Mentioned in this episode: Six Thinking Hats from the de Bono Group
2016-04-0508 min
OnTheGo.FMUse outside-the-box thinking to improve your podcastPreviously, we looked at inside-the-box thinking (episode 93). Limits, whether imposed on you or determined by you, can help you be more creative within boundaries. But sometimes boundaries are keeping you from discovering solutions. Sometimes you really do need to think outside the box.
2016-04-0409 min
OnTheGo.FMUse inside-the-box thinking to improve your podcastListen to episode 93 of OnTheGo.FM Mentioned in this episode 4 benefits of writing your podcast before you record (episode 62) Mindtools.com Demian Farnworth: Constraints Improve Creativity Haiku Sonnet
2016-04-0309 min
OnTheGo.FMPodcasting Daily in January: Closing ThoughtsI’ve been publishing a podcast every day in January. As the month is coming to a close, I decided to talk about some of the things I learned as well as what I’m thinking about for February. OnTheGo Guides These are usually one-page fact sheets, tips, and lists handy guides to help you. Get these free […] The post Podcasting Daily in January: Closing Thoughts (OTG30) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-3120 min
OnTheGo.FMDave Jackson, the Teacher Who Podcasts and Podcaster Who TeachesMy guest on this episode is Dave Jackson from the School of Podcasting. Find Dave Jackson online here School of Podcasting’s Morning Announcements Ask the Podcast Coach The Power of Podcasting Mentioned during this episode Valerie Geller’s Beyond Powerful Radio: A Communicator’s Guide to the Internet Age-News, Talk, Information & Personality for Broadcasting, Podcasting, Internet, […] The post Dave Jackson, the Teacher Who Podcasts and Podcaster Who Teaches (OTG29) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-3025 min
OnTheGo.FMTalking About Local Podcasts on the Podcasters RoundtableBecause of my podcast, I was invited to be on the Podcasters’ Roundtable. This episode is my after-the-after show recap of the Round. Podcasters’ Roundtable The video replay will be on the site. [UPDATE: Watch the video below.] An audio-only podcast will be published next week. If you’re a podcaster, consider subscribing to the Roundtable. […] The post Talking About Local Podcasts on the Podcasters Roundtable (OTG28) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-2906 min
OnTheGo.FMTeaching Learners Who Are Different, Part 3On Sundays during January, we’re demonstrating what a teacher training podcast could sound like. This is the conclusion of a 3-part teacher training series. Episode 24 of OnTheGo.FM, a metapodcast Previously Part 1: Introducing the Thinker, Feeler, Doer dynamic Dr. Rick Yount introduced the teacher’s triad, a way to understand the three different types of […] The post Teaching Learners Who Are Different [Part 3 of 3] (OTG24) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-2510 min
OnTheGo.FMLearn More About Podcasting on the Nights of the Podcasters’ RoundtableOnTheGo.FM is a metapodcast, a podcast about podcasts and podcasting. On this episode, I want to recommend another metapodcast. Episode 21 of OnTheGo.FM, a metapodcast Check out the Podcasters’ Roundtable This is a podcast featuring podcasters who talk to each other about podcasts and podcasting. It’s about as “meta” as you can get, and I […] The post Learn More About Podcasting on the Nights of the Podcasters’ Roundtable (OTG21) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-2203 min
OnTheGo.FMTeaching Learners Who Are Different, Part 2Are you more of a thinker, feeler, or doer? Did you know that can affect how you teach and who you fail to reach? Learn how to adjust your teaching so the whole class can benefit from your instruction. Episode 17 of OnTheGo.FM, a metapodcast On Wednesdays (at least during January), I’ll be talking about […] The post Teaching Learners Who Are Different [Part 2 of 3] (OTG17) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-1810 min
OnTheGo.FMWhy Podcast Daily?Have you ever considered producing a daily podcast? It’s not for everybody, that’s for sure. But I decided to do a daily show, and on this episode, I’ll tell you 3 things that influenced me to give it a try. This is episode 16 of OnTheGo.FM, a metapodcast. I’m Jason Norris, podcasting daily in January […] The post Why Podcast Daily? (OTG16) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-1708 min
OnTheGo.FMThe Real Brian offers tips to Improve your podcast performanceWould you like to get better at delivering your message through your podcast? Stay tuned for several great ideas from The Real Brian of Profitcast. This is episode 15 of OnTheGo.FM, a metapodcast. I’m Jason Norris, podcasting daily at least during January. I used to work in radio. I was on the air at a couple […] The post The Real Brian: Tips to Improve Your Podcast Performance (OTG15) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-1629 min
OnTheGo.FMTeaching Learners Who Are Different, Part 1On Wednesdays (at least during January), I’ll be talking about Podcast Ministry: the how to and why to. On Sundays, I’ll be demonstrating examples of Podcast Ministry. Today’s example shows just one way you can provide teacher training for your Sunday school and Bible study teachers in a way that’s convenient for them to listen […] The post Teaching Learners Who Are Different [Part 1 of 3] (OTG10) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-1112 min
OnTheGo.FM3 reasons I recommend Verses in VoxI listen to a lot of podcasts, and from time to time I’ll share shows, episodes, and what I’m learning while listening on the go. This one is quite poetic. A podcast recommendation On this episode, I talk about a poetry podcast. Verses in Vox from Porchlight Family Media Verses In Vox is a short-form […] The post Podcasting Poetry: 3 reasons I recommend Verses in Vox (OTG7) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-0804 min
OnTheGo.FMThe Real Brian and I Talk About Introverts, Extraverts, and Personality TypesMy guest today is The Real Brian from Profitcast and a few other shows. By the way, you can hear The Real Brian’s tips for improving your performance as a podcaster on episode 15. He’s an extravert. I’m an introvert. And we started talking about that and other things related to personality types, including Myers-Briggs […] The post The Real Brian and I Talk About Introverts, Extraverts, and Personality Types (OTG2) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-0320 min
OnTheGo.FMNew Year New ShowIt’s day 1 of 2016. It’s also day 1 of this podcast. OnTheGo.FM is a metapodcast Here’s what I mean by that. This is a podcast. It’s a show. Something to listen to. Stories. Conversations. Monologues, like this. Perhaps an occasional dramatic presentation (like old time radio). This is a podcast. This is a podcast […] The post New Year New Show (OTG1) appeared first on OnTheGo.FM.
2016-01-0207 min