WELCOME TO PODCASTING



WELCOME TO PODCASTING

PODCASTING FAQ’s

1. What is a Podcast?

• A podcast is an audio (your voicing) file, in the simplest terms it is your own radio show/entertainment arranged, produced, uploaded and hosted on the web space by you for you and others accessing your domain on the web to download and listen to using several devices such as iPod or mp3 player.

2. What is Podcasting?

• A podcast is an audio (your voicing) file, in the simplest terms it is your own radio show/entertainment arranged, produced, uploaded and hosted on the web space by you for you and others accessing your domain on the web to download and listen to using several devices such as iPod or mp3 player.

3. What hardware and or software do I need to make a Podcast?

• A computer with a soundcard

• A microphone (an excellent one)

• Audio recording software-but it is advisable to check if your soundcard is not already having these facilities

• Alternatively go on the web and download-Wavepad or Audacity from their respective website-need help start searching using Google internet search engine. These recording software are free for now-it means download it and use it whenever.

• A webcam or digital camcorder (It is important you use digital camcorder, so you don’t have to convert and save time). However using a camcorder or a webcam is optional-if your podcast is audio podcast.

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4. How do I get started?

• Rule 1: You will need a pen and paper to write down a few things

• Write down your aims/why do need a podcast?

• What is your target audience?-What sort of people do you want to engage or use your services?

• What do you think is perfect for your target audience?

• Why can you do to make your podcast a unique one? Make a list of things you can do

• Have you down some window shopping on the internet just to see what is already out there? Perhaps that will give you an idea.

• Rule 2: What is your motivation-Is it just entertainment? Or are you out to earn some revenue/quick money while you are busy entertaining your fans?

• Rule 3: Whatever your answers are to rule number 2, then you have got to decide two things, the nature and content of your podcast. This is the most difficult, because it is the brain behind your venture.

• Next stage is a bit technical but ignore the grammar, what is important is you get things done and dusted-that is creating your RSS feed

5. How do I publish my podcast?

• Publishing your podcast on the web is very important so others can have access to it and see what you are all about.

• Get a web space to upload your podcast-just to feel the pulse of your audience, listen to their comments and suggestions.

• Alternatively get yourself a blog and make a post on it with an appropriate title

6. Do I really need to a web domain?

• Yes, you will need one to upload your podcast-that is your door and window to the outside world. Imagine a shop without a door and window! If you want many people to see your podcast, appreciate it and download it, and even tell others about it then-this is all you need!

7. What are the advantages of podcasting?

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8. Can I earn some revenue from my podcast?

• Tips on how to make fast and quick bucks/money or earn respectable revenue from your fans/audience is available on subscription in our newsletter-subscription is free

• Tips on how to distribute, promote and optimize the number of people downloading your podcast-is available on target is available on subscription in our newsletter-subscription is absolutely free.

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