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PodtalkMagic with Jey JeyendranHow does podcasting serve as a medium for creativity, self-expression, and transformation, and what challenges and insights arise from engaging in this art form?
Podcasting emerges as both a blank canvas and a stage for personal transformation.
"It's the tricky thing about podcasting, is that it's got a really, super-low barrier to entry, but a super-high barrier to continuation." ~ Jey Jeyendran (7:23)
The discussion begins with an exploration of podcasting as a creative and transformative medium. It highlights the realization that podcasting is more than a simple extension of oneself; it involves curating and...
2021-11-1922 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal100 Days, 100 Episodes
Thanks to you for listening to my show. I want to share what I've learned on this journey so far. And what I'm planning next.
But in short, this show will be on hiatus for a couple of weeks. And after that, return as a weekly show.
I couldn't resist but use my trusty Samsung Galaxy Note 4 to record this episode. Just the way I started with episode one.
Stay safe, everyone.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording device: Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Handheld with no cover over the mic)
2021-04-1406 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal099 - Do You Need a Website?
What are the pro's and con's of creating and maintaining a website to support your engagement with your tribe? Maybe it's something you can postpone until your podcast production workflow is running like clockwork?
Checkout author Ann Lamott, who seems to be doing great by only using social media:
https://www.facebook.com/AnneLamott/
https://twitter.com/ANNELAMOTT
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording device: Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Handheld with no cover over the mic)
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: 16bit...
2021-04-1304 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal098 - Consume Your Show Like as a Listener
Before you hit publish, make sure you listen to your show in the sort of environments that your audience will.
Also, keep up to date with the latest features of podcast listening apps. Some of them act like content vampires, and some can apply post-production effects as well as we can!
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining Table (No pillow-fort)
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
Sound Treatment Mixing...
2021-04-1208 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal097 - Upgrading My Mic
I've had my Samsom Q2U for a few years now and I'm changing it for a Sontronics Podcast Pro ( https://www.sontronics.com/podcastpro ). In this episode, I share the logic behind my selection and the factors I am taking into consideration.
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining Table (No pillow-fort)
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
2021-04-1109 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal096 - Where should I invest my money?
Podcasting can be a rabbit hole of tech to buy. How should you allocate your budget? In my opinion, your microphone doesn't even make the top three list of priorities.
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining Table (No pillow-fort)
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic...
2021-04-1012 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal095 - Brand Promise
Your brand is your promise to your audience. Why is this crucial to get right for podcasting? How can you design a simple brand promise?
BRAND PROMISE TEMPLATE - Complete this sentence:
The only ________________________________
(What?)
That____________________________________
(Category?)
For_____________________________________
(Who is the listener?)
In______________________________________
Where is the market or geography?)
In an era of ____________________________
(When. Underlying trend?)
E.g. for my show, this would be: "The only solo podcast that publishes...
2021-04-0906 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal094 - Generating Ideas Using Quora
Quora.com is a free online platform where anyone can post a question for anyone to answer. Users vote on the answers, so the best ones float to the top.
Join me to explore how you can use Quora to generate ideas for your podcast and win new subscribers to your show.
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining Table (No pillow-fort and hence the reverb, argh!)
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float...
2021-04-0804 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal093 - OBS.ninja
OBS.ninja is a free web service that allows you to stream live video from a smartphone, tablet, or remote computer, directly into OBS Studio.
What this means is that you can use it to record remote video (or audio-only) interviews with more than one guest, without time limits, and on separate tracks, for free.
Here are a couple of tutorials:
Free Video Conferencing - The OBS Ninja Website App Is INCREDIBLE: https://youtu.be/8Rhtr9E3owE
From Steve Seguin, the genius developer of OBS.ninja
2021-04-0609 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal092 - Growth
What is Growth and why is it so important?
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording device: Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Handheld with no cover over the mic)
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: 16bit WAV
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness Normalization (Loudness Target -19 LUFS ), Filtering (on), Noise and Hum Reduction (Reduction...
2021-04-0602 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal091 - Listening TimeListening time is the only metric that counts.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording device: Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Handheld with no cover over the mic)
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: 16bit WAV
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness Normalization (Loudness Target -19 LUFS ), Filtering (on), Noise and Hum Reduction (Reduction Amount...
2021-04-0502 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal090 - Start With a Story
A story is a great way to begin an episode.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording device: Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Handheld with no cover over the mic)
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: 16bit WAV
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness Normalization (Loudness Target -19 LUFS ), Filtering (on), Noise and Hum Reduction...
2021-04-0402 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal089 - OBS
OBS Studio ( https://obsproject.com/ ) is an app used by gamers to record their videos to post on YouTube or Twitch. But podcasters can use it to back up their remote interviews. A couple of downsides but it's a good tool to have in your kit.
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U (Hand held, no pop-filter)
Recording device: Adobe Audition on Dell G7 Windows Laptop
Recording location: Dining room with no pillow-fort
Recording format: WAV (16-bit, 48KHz)
Sound Treatment Mixing...
2021-04-0303 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal085 - Reducing Friction in Your Workflow
Look at your workflow and remove the grit that gets in the way, or slows you down, from producing your show.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording device: Samsung Galaxy Note 4 (Handheld with no cover over the mic)
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: 16bit WAV
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness...
2021-03-2903 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal084 - Collating Reviews and Ratings
Today I share a couple of resources to capture your reviews and ratings.
https://podkite.com/
https://www.podchaser.com/
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings...
2021-03-2802 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal083 - Mastermind Groups
Today I discuss how a community of fellow podcasters is the best secret weapon you can have to raise your game and ship consistently.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as...
2021-03-2703 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal082 - Episode Spine
I like podcasts episodes that I can describe in a single sentence. Because it usually means it has a clear and strong message or narrative. Here are some quick ideas to develop the spine of your episode.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillow fort
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
Sound Treatment Mixing and EQ: Adobe Audition
Editorial Edit: Descript.com
Mastering Sound Treatment...
2021-03-2601 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal081 - mp3 : vbr vs cbr
Those enough acronyms for you?!
Usually, podcasts are published as 128kbps, mono, constant bit rate (cbr) files. In this episode, I unpack the difference between cbr and variable bit rate (vbr) recordings. And I share how to use the best free encoder to generate the best quality mp3 for podcasting.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Bedroom with no pillowfort
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
Sound Treatment Mixing and...
2021-03-2607 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal080 - Punch and Roll
Punch and roll is a technique used to correct mistakes we make during the recording process instead of later in the editing room. It can be a massive time-saver.
Links to examples:
Audacity Example Video : https://youtu.be/rl5SZ6xG59A
Audacity Manual Punch and Roll : https://manual.audacityteam.org/man/punch_and_roll_record.html
Audacity Manual Punch-in Repair : https://manual.audacityteam.org/man/tutorial_punch_in_repair_of_recordings.html
Adobe Audition Example Video : https://youtu.be/olxjy8p2mxs
Booth...
2021-03-2409 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal079 - Plugins
VST, VST3, AU, AAX plugins! What does it all mean? Why are plugins for my DAW useful. How do I decide if they are worth the investment?
ERA Standard Bundle ( https://accusonus.com/products/audio-repair/era-bundle-standard ) I use this suite. Thought the Assistant plugin crashes my DAW! Not a problem as I don't need that as my DAW has the functionality, to build and effects-chain built in.
iZotope ( https://www.izotope.com/ ) Start by looking for the Elements versions of the apps as these are cheaper. I have the Elements...
2021-03-2412 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal078 - DescriptIf you can afford it, then Descript ( https://www.descript.com/ ) is the number one time-saving tool for editing your podcast. It's killer feature is that it creates a transcript of your show that you can use to edit your waveform.
And that's just the first killer feature. Let me explain....
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: On my bed
Recording format: WAV (32-bit float mono)
...
2021-03-2312 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal077 - Transcriptions
Let's explore why transcriptions are valuable and how to generate them.
Transcriptions Services:
Otter.ai
Rev.com
Descript.com
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording location: Bedroom leaning into my closet
Microphone: Rode SmartLav+ Lavalier Mic ( with Rode SC3 TRRS to TRS adaptor) and Zoom F2 Field Recorder
Headphones: None
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android.
Recording format: WAV
Sample rate: 48000Hz
Editing app: Adobe Audition
Sound Treatment: Auphonic.com
...
2021-03-2207 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal076 - Rode SC6 input/output breakout box for smartphones and tablets.With two TRRS inputs and one stereo headphone output, this tiny adaptor unit connects to any TRRS device. It allows you to connect to TRRS microphones as well as headphones to your phone. Ideal if you are out and about and want to capture an interview without your full rig to hand.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording location: Bedroom leaning into my closet
Microphone: Rode SmartLav+ and Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone
Headphones: None
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android.
Recording format: WAV
Sample rate: 48000Hz
2021-03-2104 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal075 - Rode Smart Lav PlusThe Rode Smart Lav Plus is a lavalier mic that plugs straight into a smartphone. Learn the advantage of this and how I plan to use lav mics with my Zoom H6 digital recorder to enhance my field interviewing setup.
The 3.5mm to XLR adaptor and phantom power to plug-in power convertor is the Rode VXLR Pro (make sure you get the Pro)
EDIT - I picked up a lot of RF interference on this recording. That's not got for a mic designed for phones! I'm going to test this further and I'll update if...
2021-03-2008 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal074 - Backing Up Your WorkPlease make sure you back up your work as you edit. And let me give you some ideas on some simple ways to name multiple versions of your work to make it easy to go back to a previous edit. Here are a couple of examples:
This is a simple numbering system:
myrecording_001.wav
myrecording_002.wav
myrecording_003.wav
myrecording_004.wav
myrecording_005.wav
or
The same system with annotations:
This is a simple numbering system
2021-03-1905 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal073 - Music: Finding Podsafe MusicCreative Commons, Royalty Free, Public Domain. What does it all mean? And what are the best ways to find music quickly for your project?
Free Music Sources:
Podcast Host Free Music Packs - https://bit.ly/2NrDcfk
Transistor.fm Free Music - https://bit.ly/2Qkc3w9
Free Music Archive – the biggest repository for free audio downloads. These songs are licensed under Creative Commons and other licenses. - https://bit.ly/3eWQ8Fz
Pixabay: Copyright-free stock music by a community of creators
YouTube Audio Library: Huge se...
2021-03-1813 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal072 - Music: How Music Enhances Your ShowMusic adds so much to your show. Actually, I forgot to mention in this episode that you can use music to cover up background noise. Listen to the show to explore the other benefits.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device: Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: My car (I was picking up my kids from school, so you might hear some cars, doors slamming, and birds chirping in the background. Boy did I park in the worst place!)
Recording...
2021-03-1604 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal071 - Combat Mouth NoiseWhen you record, do you hear pops or clicks coming from your mouth? This is mouth noise, and it's unpleasant for the listener. Let's explore some techniques to get rid of it.
Apps to help get rid of clicking (Make sure you scan for viruses. And install at your own risk. Back up everything ) :
DeClick Plugin for Audacity ( https://forum.audacityteam.org/viewtopic.php?p=245549#p245549 )
Youtube instructions on installing and using the above. ( https://youtu.be/3zESSLTU4vw )
ERA Noise Removal Bundle has a de-clicker, although it's not detailed on...
2021-03-1502 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal070 - One to OneSuper short episode today about making your show for just one person.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U
Recording device/app: Windows 10 Laptop & Soundtrap (free tier)
Recording format: 320kbps, CBR, stero, mp3 file
Mixing and Editing app: Soundtrap
Master Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness Normalization (Loudness Target -19 LUFS ), Filtering (on), Noise and Hum Reduction (Reduction Amount: Auto), Sample rate: 44.1...
2021-03-1502 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal069 - Soundtrap. The best DAW You've Never Head OfSoundtrap ( https://www.soundtrap.com/ ) is a cloud-based Digital Audio Workstation (DAW) that I think will take over the world! Well, at least if you are looking for a free DAW. Listen to find out why.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U for the narration. For the interview, I used a Microsoft Lifechat LX6000 headset. Rohan used a Sennheiser PC8 headset.
Recording device/app: Sountrap (free tier)
Recording location: I was in my dining room while Rohan was upstairs in his room.
Recording format: WAV exporting to 320kbps...
2021-03-1409 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal068 - Audacity Pro's and Con'sAudacity is the first tool I learned when I started my podcast journey. I still use it today even though I pay for other DAWs. Listen to find out why.
Other free Digital Audio Workstations to consider:
1. Ardour ( https://ardour.org/ ) : Cross platform.
2. LMMS ( https://lmms.io/ ) : Cross platform
3. Garage Band ( https://www.apple.com/uk/mac/garageband/ ) : Mac only
4. Pro Tools First ( https://www.avid.com/pro-tools ) : Mac only.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U
Recording device : Audacity...
2021-03-1309 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal067 - Digital Audio Workstations (DAW)A digital audio workstation is at the end of our signal chain but at the heart of our production process. Let's explore the elements of what makes a DAW. And why starting with a free DAW is a good idea.
I also explain the difference between mixing and mastering and what bounce means!
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic (I didn't secure this properly hence the scratching sounds. Arrrrrgh!!!!!! Sorry. )
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining table, seated, no pillow-fort.
2021-03-1108 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal066 - Case Study of an Episodic StructureI'm going to use episode #733 of This American Life: Warriors in the Garden published on 5 March 2021 to explore what makes a great episode that uses an episodic structure. Namely
1. A good overarching question
2. Focus on people.
3. Bring out the journey of change.
Episode link: https://www.thisamericanlife.org/733/warriors-in-the-garden
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic (I didn't secure this properly hence the scratching sounds. Arrrrrgh!!!!!! Sorry. )
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location...
2021-03-1004 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal065 - Episodic StructureAnd episodic structure is one where incidents or facts are delivered one after another without any additional narrative structure. They are a series of events rather than a story with three act structure. It's hard to make episodic structures compelling. Join me to share my thoughts on ways to solve this problem and make sure your audience enjoys your show.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining table, seated, no pillow-fort.
Recording format...
2021-03-0904 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal064 - Vocal Exercises Part TwoIf you don't feel silly doing vocal exercises then you're not doing it right!!
Let's explore more exercises to help strengthen our breathe. And move the power of our voice from the back of our throat to the front of our mouth. And don't even talk about Vocal Fry. Check out the link below for details of the exercises from NPR.
NPR Training: Aerobics for your voice: 3 tips for sounding better on air ( https://training.npr.org/2017/06/19/aerobics-for-your-voice-3-tips-for-sounding-better-on-air/ )
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom...
2021-03-0806 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal063 - Vocal ExercisesI want to improve my presentation skills, starting with my voice. I'm going to start with the exercises in the links below. Let's hear I sound after a week.
I hope you join me, but please start gently and do not strain yourself.
1. NPR: Finding Your Voice ( https://www.npr.org/transcripts/803841798 )
2. Cheryl Porter: 10 Minute Daily VOCAL WORKOUT! Vocal Exercise ( https://youtu.be/1XHXezdnL0A )
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float...
2021-03-0803 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal062 - Line Level and Mic LevelWhat is Line Level and how is it different from Microphone Level and Instrument level?
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Microsoft LX6000 Life Chat USB Headset
Recording device : Dell G7 Windows 10 Laptop with Audacity.
Recording location: Bed, no pillowfort
Recording format: WAV (24 bit mono)
Editing app (and EQ) : Audacity
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness Normalization (Loudness Target -19 LUFS ), Filtering (on), Noise and...
2021-03-0606 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal061 - TS, TRS, TRRS Cable ConnectionsI'm exploring the difference between these connections to help you understand why these connections are not always interchangable.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U (USB connection) and pop filter.
Recording device : Dell G7 Windows 10 Laptop with Audacity.
Recording location: Dining table. No pillowfort
Recording format: WAV (24 bit stereo - mixed down to mono)
Editing app (and EQ) : Audacity
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file...
2021-03-0609 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal060 - HeadphonesLet's explore why headphones are crucial and how to choose a set.
Any of the following brands are good example of what to look for. Buy only what you can afford:
Audio Technica ATH-M20X
AKG K92
Beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 250
Sennheiser HD280PRO
Audio Technica ATH-M50x
Sony MDR-7506
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Bedroom, facing into my closet.
2021-03-0408 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal059 - Podcast IntroductionHow can we use the rule of three to structure our podcast introductions.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Llving room talking into my curtains
Recording format: WAV (32 bit float mono)
Editing app (and EQ) : Audacity
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness Normalization (Loudness Target -19 LUFS ), Filtering (on), Noise and...
2021-03-0406 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal058 - Rule of ThreeBeginning, middle and end. Intro, main content, outro. The rule of three is a classic way to structure lots of elements of our podcast. Keep experimenting creating short podcasts between a minute to two minutes long. Just describing a tv show episode or a movie.
Practice sharing stories with a definite beginning, middle and end. In this episode I give you an example. The point is not to be fluent but to develop fluency and an instinct to add structure to your content and show.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording...
2021-03-0204 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal057 - 60 Second PodcastLet's record something. 60 seconds to describe an episode of a favorite TV show.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U (no pop filter)
Recording device : Zoom H6 Digital Recorder
Recording location: Sitting at dining table - no pillowfort
Digital Audio Workstation in EQ: Audacity for Windows
Recording format: WAV (24 bit mono)
Sample rate: 44100Hz
Sound Treatment: EQ applied in Audacity. Then cleanup and Loudness (-19LUFs) applied at Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to...
2021-03-0102 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal056 - Effects Chain SequenceThe order in which you apply your effects matters. Let's spend a few minutes exploring the sequence I recommend to start with and the principle it's based on: remove before you enhance.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining table. Urgh, I caught some reverb here. Left it in, oh well!
Recording format: WAV (32 bit float mono)
Editing app (and EQ) : Audacity
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
2021-03-0106 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal055 - CompressionWhat is compression and what problems does it solve? Give me ten minutes and I'll tell you all about it. Well, as much as I can in ten minutes!
The short version is that a compressor reduces the dynamic range of a recording. Let's find out why that's useful.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Facing into my closet (I'm not liking the sound here. Sounds muffled and boxy. I guess the mic...
2021-02-2809 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal054 - LimitersLimiters made sure you recordings are not too louds when your recording. And they help you create headroom in post production. Let's explore how. And also understand why analogue limiters are better than digital limiters.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: My Car (Supermarket carpark. Forgive me if the sound of traffic bleeds onto the tape)
Recording format: WAV (32 bit float mono)
Editing app (and EQ) : Audacity
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at...
2021-02-2609 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal053 - Gain Staging part 3 - Using Virtual Devices to Redirect Audio to Your DAWVirtual audio devices allow us to take the sound coming out of one app and route it to our DAW. This way we can change the volume levels for remote interview apps and make sure the volume of our guest's voice is perfect.
Apps for Windows: VB-Audio VoiceMeeter Banana (https://vb-audio.com/Voicemeeter/banana.htm) is Donationware - give generously!
Apps for Mac: Audiohijack from Rogue Amoeba (https://rogueamoeba.com/audiohijack/) is not free. The app Blackhole is free. ( https://existential.audio/blackhole/ )
PRODUCTION NOTES
...
2021-02-2604 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal052 - Gain Staging Part 2 Reaching the Signal Chain Out of Your ReachHow do you ensure the best gain settings when you don't have access to your entire signal chain? This happens when using Zoom or Skype when when we have to rely on apps that deny access to our guests mic gain.
Let start exploring ways to control our guests' volume levels using the concept of Mix-Minus.
Examples of hardware with Mix-Minus capability:
1. Zoom Podtrak P4
2. Zoom H4N Digital Recorder.
3. Zoom H5 Digital Recorder
4. Zoom H6 Digital Recorder.
5. Zoom Podtrak...
2021-02-2508 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal051 - Gain Staging Part 1 - Local DevicesHow to set your gain correctly on local devices. What is gain. What is the difference between gain and volume. And why is Headroom so important.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: Dining table
Recording format: WAV (32 bit float mono)
Editing app (and EQ) : Audacity
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness...
2021-02-2409 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal050 - My Top Three Lessons After Publishing Fifty Episodes In Fifty DaysI'm taking a pause to reflect and celebrate this fiftieth episode.
My top three lessons are:
1. Deadlines are essential to keeping my promise to ship.
2. Creating a clear mission I believe in is also key to help me keep my promises to you, my listener.
3. Falling in love with the process, is a greater reward than how an episode turns out
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
Recording location: My...
2021-02-2306 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal049 - Youlean Loudness Meter & Generating Noise to Calibrate Noise.I have to turn off my workflow to present this episode on generating noise to better understand the concept of Noise floor. Learn how to generate noise so you can calibrate a noise floor level that's acceptable to you.
Also an intro to the Youlean Loudness meter. A great way to measure loudness.
2021-02-2211 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal048 - Noise Floor and Room ToneThe noise in your recording environment in addition to the noise in your recording equipment adds up to what is called the noise floor. Let's explore how to measure this. Understand what an acceptable noise floor level might be.
And understand what a signal chain is and how to use it to systematically reduce the noise floor.
And there's just enough time to explore what room tone is and why it should be captured in all your recordings.
Note: my experiment at the end of the recording didn't work. It...
2021-02-2109 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal047 - 32 Bit Float Recording Is Going to Change EverythingWith 32bit Float recorders you'll never have to set the gain again. Never have to worry about clipping. Or having guests that speak to quietly. You don't even have to monitor your recorder. Because you can fix everything in post-production. Sound to good to be true? Join me and find out!
To dig into the mathematics behind 32bit float technology check out this site: https://www.sounddevices.com/32-bit-float-files-explained/
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Zoom LMF-2 Lavalier mic
Recording device : Zoom F2 32 bit float Field Recorder
...
2021-02-2007 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal046 - NormalizationThis process makes sure our tape is at the right volume. But what does right mean. What's the difference between Peak Normalization and Loudness Normalization.
Which is more important for podcasting?
Let's Explore.
And thanks to the Audacity to Podcast show. I drew a lot of info from this site and this post in particular: https://theaudacitytopodcast.com/why-and-how-your-podcast-needs-loudness-normalization-tap307/
Tools for loudness normalization:
Auphonic.com
FixMyLevels
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U with foam wind cover and pop-filter...
2021-02-1909 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal045 - Reducing Sibilance that Sizzling S and C soundTo much sibilance makes listening uncomfortable. Let's explore what we can do to reduce this during production including the "pencil trick" for side addressed mics.
And in post production, let's explore why it's more efficient to use a plugin than try to manually remove this type of distortion.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U no wind cover or pop-filter for the test. Both put back on for the narration.
Recording device : Zoom H6
Recording location: Sitting on my bed.
2021-02-1809 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal044 - Effects Chain SequenceThe order that you apply your effects and treatments matter. Join me to explore this. This is a very quick episode. I want you to understand the logic of the sequence I'm presenting this material so you can experiment for yourself.
Remember: Remove before Enhancing.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Microsoft Lifechat LX6000 USB Headset
Recording device : Dell G7 Windows 10 via USB
Recording location: Sitting at dining table - no pillowfort
Recording app: Audacity for Windows
Recording format: WAV (16 bit...
2021-02-1703 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal043 - Noise Suppression Tools in Zoom & KrispToday I test the in-built noise suppression tool in Zoom. And I test a commercial noise suppression tool called Krisp. Let's see if we can save time in post-production by using simple tools to suppress noise during recording.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U for the narration. Microsoft Lifechat LX 6000 for noise suppression tests.
Recording device : Zoom H6 for the narration. Dell G7 Windows 10 aptop for the tests.
Recording location: Narration recorded sitting on my bed. Test done in my living room 10 feet (3m...
2021-02-1608 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal042 - Noise Gate. Get rid of mic bleed and breaths with this essential toolHow do you get rid of sounds that leak onto your mic when you are not speaking? A noise gate is the answer.
It's the go to tool if you or or guest's mics are bleeding into each other's recordings.
It's good for removing loud breathing too. Let's explore how to use this tool.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: MPOW 071 USB & 3.5mm Headset
Recording device : Samsung Galaxy Note 4 for the narration. 2 x Samson Q2U into a Zoom H6 for the bleed tests...
2021-02-1509 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal041 - Clipping: How to prevent it and options to repair it.If your sound is amplified too high then you'll go beyond your recorder's ability to capture all the frequencies resulting in a distortion called clipping. Let's explore what we can do about that.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U Dynamic with pop filter and foam windshield.
Recording device : Zoom H6
Recording location: Sitting at my son's desk in the corner of his bedroom. Two pillows in a v shape around the mic.
Recording format: WAV (16 bit stereo)
Sample...
2021-02-1408 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal040 - High Pass FilterThe High Pass Filter is the go to tool to get rid of or reduce low frequency noise. Listen to learn how flexible this tools is.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: Samson Q2U Dynamic with pop filter and foam windshield.
Recording device : Dell G7 Windows 10 Laptop via USB
Recording location: Sitting at dining table - no pillowfort but fairly non-reverberant location with soft furnishings and bookshelves.
Recording app: Audacity for Windows
Recording format: WAV (16 bit stereo)
Sample rate: 44100Hz
...
2021-02-1206 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal039 - How to get rid of hissAll electronic devices generate hiss. Let's explore what to do to prevent it getting on to your recording.
I forgot to mention that another way to reduce hiss is to use better equipment or connections. So to eliminate the hiss I get connecting my mic to my computer via USB - I can connect my mic to my digital recorder (Zoom H6) via XLR cable and then my Zoom to my computer via USB. The quality of this chain is much higher and there would not be any noise.
Also I forgot to...
2021-02-1108 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal038 - Noise: Radio Frequency (RF) NoiseI'm going to start exploring the typical sorts of noise that might get onto your tape and how to deal with it. If you can deal with it at all!!!
Let's start with RF Noise. This is usually from mobile phones. But there are other electrical devices that can generate noise. If your mic doesn't have RF shielding then might be vulnerable.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: MPOW 071 USB & 3.5mm Headset
Recording device : Dell G7 Windows 10 Laptop via USB
Recording location: Sitting at dining table...
2021-02-1108 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal037 - What is Phantom Power and how is it different from Plug-in PowerLet's explore the three main ways to power your mic.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: MPOW 071 USB & 3.5mm Headset
Recording device : Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Android Phone
Recording location: Standing facing into my closet.
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android
Recording format: WAV (16 bit mono)
Sample rate: 48kHz
Editing app: Auphonic Edit for Android.
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic.com
Auphonic.com settings [to output as a 16bit mono WAV file]: Adaptive Leveler (on), Loudness Normalization (Loudness...
2021-02-0906 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal036 - The Perfect First Digital Podcasting Interface Zoom Podtrak P4Let's cut to the chase. This is the best Digital Interface for Podcasters starting out on your journey. The Zoom Podtrak P4.
Join me to hear why.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: MPOW 071 USB & 3.5mm Headset
Recording device : Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Android Phone
Recording location: My bedroom, sitting on my bed facing my cloth covered headboard surrounded by my quilt and pillows.
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android
Recording format: WAV (16 bit mono)
Sample rate: 48kHz
Editing...
2021-02-0909 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal035 - Interfaces 1Let's start looking at what interfaces are and what problems they solve. This could take a while!! Strap in!
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: MPOW 071 USB & 3.5mm Headset
Recording device : Samsung Galaxy Note 4 Android Phone
Recording location: My bedroom, sitting on my bed facing my cloth covered headboard surrounded by my quilt and pillows.
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android
Recording format: WAV (16 bit mono)
Sample rate: 48kHz
Editing app: Auphonic Edit for Android.
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at Auphonic...
2021-02-0807 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal034 - MPOW 071 USB HeadsetI've been recommending this headset for a while because I've heard podcaster who use them. But I thought I'd get pair to just make sure they are good. And they are!! Listen to the show to hear how they sound.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Recording Mic: MPOW 071 USB & 3.5mm Headset
Recording location: My bedroom, facing into my closet
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android
Recording format: WAV (16 bit mono)
Sample rate: 48kHz
Editing app: Auphonic Edit for Android.
Sound Treatment: Auphonic Productions at...
2021-02-0705 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal032 - Who is you show for?Understanding who your show is for is important in so many ways. Listen to find out why.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
Recording location: My bedroom, sitting on my bed facing a cloth covered head-board with my quilt and pillows around me.
My mic: I hand-head my Galaxy Note 4 on speaker mode (no headphones) I had a foam windshield covering the mic end of the phone.
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android
Recording format: WAV (16...
2021-02-0603 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal032 - Raw unedited, untreated recording (feel free to skip it)I had 10 minutes to publish before my midnight deadline. So I did a test of a condenser mic I had. It's pretty awful production.
But I had to publish. This show is my daily practice. It's the best I could do in the time.
PRODUCTION NOTES:
Mic: Marantz MPM-1000U
Recording software: Audacity
No editing or treatment.
Uploaded to Anchor.fm for publication and hosting.
2021-02-0503 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal031 - Headsets. The fastest way to record good sound.A modest headset can give you good sound. It's so quick and easy to plug it in and record. Let's look at my recommended headset and why they are a great choice for podcasting.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Mic & Headphone: Microsoft Lifechat LX6000
Recording location: Dining table. No pillow fort but I have thick curtains to the left of me and a laundry rack full of clothes in front of me.
Recording app: Audacity
Recording format: WAV
Sample rate: 44100Hz
Editing app: Audacity
2021-02-0308 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal030 - Multiple USB MicsIt is now possible to connect multiple USB mics directly to your computer. But is this useful in practice. Let's explore.
But I'll have to leave you to search on how to install these apps for your setup. You will need:
For Apple: Go into your system tools and create an Aggregate Device. Lot's of instructional videos out there to guide you.
For Windows you can install: Asio4all at https://asio4all.org/ , and a DAW that can handle ASIO, like Reaper or Audition. Note that Audacity will not...
2021-02-0207 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal029 - XLR Mics Versus USB MicsUSB mics and XLR mics have strengths and weaknesses. So which one should you choose. Guess, what? You can have both!
PRODUCTION NOTES
Mic: Samson Q2U
Mic position: Mounted on the Samson supplied small desk stand (you can hear the noise of me leaning on the table, a couple of times)
Recording Device: Zoom H6 Digital Recorder connected via XLR cable to the mic.
Recording Software: Audacity
Recording location: Dining table (pillow-fort surrounding the mic)
Recording format: 24 bit WAV file
Sample...
2021-02-0208 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal028 - Condenser Microphones (Powered Mics)Condenser mics are awesome but you need the right recording space, free of noise, to exploit the benefits.
I don't recommend them for home podcasters starting out. But I'd love a shotgun condenser mic.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Mic: Samson Q2U
Mic position: Mounted on the Samson supplied small desk stand
Recording Device: Dell G7 Laptop
Recording Software: Audacity
Recording location: Dining table (no pillowfort)
Recording format: 24 bit WAV file
Sample rate: 44100Hz
Editing app...
2021-01-3106 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal027 - Unpowered Mics (aka Dynamic Mics)Unpowered mics (otherwise known as Dynamic mics) are a great choice for podcasters without access to a sound proof studio. Find out why.
I recommend
Samson Q2U dynamic microphone
Audio Technica AT2005 dynamic microphone
Audio Technica ATR2100x dynamic microphone
But check them out yourself before buying. See other reviews elsewhere, please!!
PRODUCTION NOTES
Mic: Samson Q2U
Mic position: Handheld (bad, bad, idea especially for a Q2U which picks up hand sounds - but...
2021-01-3109 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal026 - Microphones!!! What mic should I buy?What's the first question you need to ask when before choosing and external mic?
This is going to take a while..so strap in and let's start our adventure to find the perfect mic for your set-up.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Mic: Samson Q2U with USB connection. Foam windshield covering the mic.
Mic position: supplied tripod. The mic is angled 45 degrees on to my mouth to avoid popping and sibilance. No pop shield. Distance from my mouth is my palm's width (approx 3-4 inches)
Recording Device: Dell G7...
2021-01-3007 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal025 - Zoom as a tool to record interviewsZoom is the most versatile free tool to record multi-track interviews. Listen to find out why and how to get the most out of it.
I mentioned that Audacity may need you to install the FFmpeg plugin before it can open Zoom's .m4a audio files. Here's the entry from the manual: FAQ:Installing the FFmpeg Import/Export Library (https://manual.audacityteam.org/man/faq_installing_the_ffmpeg_import_export_library.html). But it's probably easier to find a tutorial from Youtube.
PRODUCTION NOTES
Mic: Samson Q2U with USB connection
2021-01-2910 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal024 - Multitrack: Why should I record in multitrack, whatever that is?Recording with each voice on a seperate audio track makes your life so much easier when editing your show. Find out why.
I used a new recording setup today. My first recording (for this show) using a laptop and external mic. It turned out a little to much bass. I've been recording with a phone for so long that my mic skills are rusty!
PRODUCTION NOTES
Mic: Samson Q2U with USB connection
Recording Device: Dell G7 Laptop
Recording Software: Audacity
Recording location: Dining room at...
2021-01-2808 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal023 - More Cloud Sites to Test and Archive Your EpisodesAudius.co and Audiomack.com are two free music hosting sites that you can use to upload your episodes for testing and/or archiving your show. They are both free and have virtually no upload limits. Join me to hear how you can make the most out of these services.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
Recording location: My bedroom, sitting on my bed facing my cloth covered headboard with a quit and pillows surrounding me.
My...
2021-01-2706 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal022 - Checking Your Recording Before PublicationTwo simple ways to review your show before publication by uploading your show to the cloud.
First we look and the pro's and con's of on-line storage sites like Dropbox or Google Drive.
Then we explore Soundcloud and a way of listening to your show. Or perhaps your experiments in podcasting before committing to a podcasting host.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
Recording location: My bedroom, standing very close to my curtains.
...
2021-01-2606 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal021 - Weekly Planning and Review of your ShowToday I explain how carving out time in my calendar to hold a weekly planning and review session is transforming my ability to ship this podcast. And I'm less stressed too!
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
Recording location: My bedroom, sitting on my bed facing a cloth covered head-board with my quilt and pillows around me.
My mic: I hand-head my Galaxy Note 4 on speaker mode (no headphones) I had a foam windshield covering the mic end of the phone...
2021-01-2405 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal020 - Podcasting For Free in 10 StepsHi Podcasters. This is a workflow summarizing my 20 day experiment to create a podcast for free using only a mobile phone.
It's been fun. And I'll continue to use a lot of this process and tools.
RODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
Recording location: My bedroom, talking into my closet.
My mic: I hand-head my Galaxy Note 4 on speaker mode (no headphones)
Recording app: Auphonic Edit for Android
Recording format: WAV (16 bit...
2021-01-2410 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal019 - Cleanfeed the Almost Perfect RecorderI've found the last piece of the toolkit I need to record a podcast. The free version of Cleanfeed from Cleanfeed.net is perfect for recording interviews over the internet. The only down side of the free version is that it only records to a single track. Otherwise listen as I explain how awesome it is.
I used Cleanfeed to record this entire episode.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
My son used a Windows 10 Laptop
2021-01-2207 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal018 - Recording Interviews On Phones Using SkypeIt's free to record Skype conversations on mobile. Would I recommend it? Yes, but with certain conditions. Listen to my latest episode to explore my reasons.
Special thanks to my son, Rohan for helping me test.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
My son used a Windows 10 Laptop
Recording location: I was in my front room. My son was in his bedroom. We were on the same wifi network.
My headset and mic...
2021-01-2206 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal017 - Skype TestToday I'm testing how to get audio good enough for an interview using Skype on my phone. Recording with Skype is easy. Capturing good audio quality recording...not so much...yet. My investigations continue.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode. My son used a Windows 10 Laptop with using it's built in mic.
Recording location: I was in my mum's house in her front room. My son was in his bedroom.
Microphone: phone mic (hand-held) with...
2021-01-2008 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal016 - Three Variables of Recording Remote InterviewsThe three most important things that affect the sound quality of interviews recording remotely over the internet or phone networks are:
1. The technology you use.
2. The skill of you AND your guests in using that technology.
3. The internet or phone connection between you and your guests.
Listen this episode to understand why.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
Recording location: standing in my bedroom with my face in the curtains to...
2021-01-2010 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal015 - Anchor.fm : My Thoughts to DateI'm jotting down my thoughts on Anchor.fm . This is just an interim review after two weeks of their service.
Overall it's good. I especially like the way I can upload my episode in audio segments and not one long audio file. This means it's super easy to update and episode if you plan well.
Let's say you are reviewing 4 microphones. You could upload the review for each one as it's own segment. If something changed later about the mic you could pull down and replace just that segment. And if you have...
2021-01-1809 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal014 - My First Remote Guest InterviewI'm testing my recording setup with a two minute, mini-interview with my son. We are going to record the conversation over a mobile phone network.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode. And I used Sony MDR-V150 headphones as speakers and spoke into the mic of the phone. I hand held the phone. I was sat on my bed facing my cloth headboard.
My son used an Apple iPhone 8 with a generic set of earbuds which had a built...
2021-01-1708 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal013 - Rev Audio & Voice Recorder to Record Phone InterviewsI recorded this episode using the Rev Audio & Voice Recorder (for Android), from Rev.com
I'm testing it as an alternative to the Auphonic Edit app.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I used a Samsung Galaxy Note 4 phone to record, edit and publish this episode.
Mic: Sennheiser PC 5 Chat Wired Headphone (except for the first extract from yesterday's test which was recorded on a Bose QuietComort 25).
Recording app: Rev Audio & Voice Recorder (for Android), from Rev.com.
Editing app: Auphonic Edit for Android.
Sound...
2021-01-1710 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal012 - Testing Phone Recording AppsLet's start preparing to interview people over the phone.
First we need to find an app that will record both ends of a conversation. Voicemail is a great way to test if the app is working.
Remember to be follow the laws in your region and the regions you record in.
PRODUCTION NOTES
I recorded the narration to this episode directly into the mic of a Samsung Galaxy Note 4.
I recorded test one into my Note 4 by using it as a normal phone.
2021-01-1609 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal011 - The LawBefore you start recording other people, especially over the phone, please make sure you understand the law where you live and where your guest or guests live. Make sure you know: what you are allowed to do, what you must ensure what you are not allowed to do when recording other people.
There are some places in the world where recording a phone conversation is illegal. Some places require both parties in a conversation to consent to the recording. Other areas allow one person to consent to a phone recording.
Some places require you to...
2021-01-1402 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal010 - Keep the Tape RollingShipping your work consistently is more important than shipping perfect work occasionally. That's not an excuse to ship shoddy work. But sometimes the best we can do within the deadline is good enough. Our deadline is the promise we make to our audience.
And if you are making lots of mistakes while you are recording. Don't stop the tape. Keep going. Sure start again, but keep the tape rolling.
2021-01-1303 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal009 - Automating your work to save timeUse the automation and template tools in the apps you are using to save time. Today I give you a couple of examples using Auphonic.com and the Auphonic phone apps.
2021-01-1204 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal008 - Auphonic.com Your Secret WeaponYay! I'm finally on Apple Podcasts!!!! Celebrate! Ahem.
But back to this episode. I walk you through the basic settings to use for Auphonic Productions at Auphonic to make your show broadcast ready.
I'm still only using my phone to record, edit an publish this show.
The episode art is the latest pillow fort that I'm testing. It's my armchair with a couple of floor cushions propped up either side of me. I'm kneeling in front of the chair talking into it. Good sound but not comfortable.
2021-01-1212 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal007 - Settings for Phone Recording AppsToday I'm exploring the typical settings we use when recording our shows.
Using the Auphonic Edit app for Android as an example of a typical recording and editing app, I talk about the best file formats for editing and exporting, sample rates and mono versus stereo. And getting ready to upload to Auphonic.com where we will treat our recording to make it sound great.
I recorded this episode on a Samsung Galaxy Note 4, using the Android Auphonic Edit App. I recorded in my bedroom, standing up and leaning into a closet full...
2021-01-1008 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal006 - Auphonic Edit and RecorderAuphonic provides a simple and free mobile audio editor and recorder perfect for phones.
Check it out here: https://auphonic.com/help/mobile/index.html.
2021-01-0912 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal005 - Pillow FortsLearn how to use the materials around you to improvise a vocal booth.
2021-01-0905 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal004 - Your Recording Environment (Reverb)Where you record, your show is as important as the microphone you are using.
Start paying attention to the sound you are getting in the places you record in.
Reverb is the echo you get when sound bounces or reflects from surfaces back into your mic.
Hard, bare surfaces and empty space = more reverb.
I used my Samsung Galaxy Note 4 to record in my car, kitchen, kid's bedroom, my closet and one other place to test out how you can change just by changing your recording environment.
2021-01-0807 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal003 - How Long Should Your Episodes Be?What's the most important factor when deciding the duration of your first episodes?
How can you avoid popping sounds on your phone mic?
That's what we are discussing today.
2021-01-0606 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal002 - Publishing Your First Episode on Anchor.fmThis is guide to how I published my trailer on Anchor.fm
Anchor is free!!! It's not perfect. But did I mention it's free? It's a great place to start your podcast journey and experiment with the format and your capacity to create something wonderful on a consistent basis.
This is a super long episode (never again!). I recorded it and edited it on my phone. Editing it took a long time but I got there (it's why this shipped late).
I talk through the options that your are presented with...
2021-01-0621 min
Jey's Podcasting Journal001 - My First EpisodeThis is my first episode published using only my phone. Everything in this episode (and the trailer) including the artwork and music was created and edited on my phone. Here is a summary of the steps:
Preparation:
1. Create a name for your show. You can search on Podnews.net to check if the name is taken. It is possible to duplicate an existing name for a podcast - but why would you want to?
2. Think about a description for your show. Describe who your...
2021-01-0502 min
Jey's Podcasting JournalTrailer - Welcome to Jey's Podcasting JournalHello everyone. This podcast is where I am going to experiment with improving my podcasting skills. I'm particularly interested in the simplest way to publish a podcast.
I've recorded and published this trailer just using my phone and free apps on my phone. Podcasting is hard-work but the barrier to entry is very, very low.
I'll publish and share what tech and techniques I'm using and the experiments I'm running to explore the limits of this amazing medium..
My aim for this show is to help your podcasting journey by...
2021-01-0400 min
Pod BuffetProductivity Heaven by Jey Jeyendran
Create a Vision for Your Life. ProductivityHeaven.com exists to help individuals consistently create and ship work that matters the most. Recovering procrastinator, Jey Jeyendran, shares what he's learning to get things done. From the power of to-do lists to the usefulness of meditation, Productivity Heaven explores what might work for you. In this special episode, created only for the Podcast Buffet, Jey delivers a crash course in creating the ultimate propulsion system for your life: a compelling vision. https://productivityheaven.com/
2020-03-0607 min