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Steve talks about how Big Media has moved in on podcasting and has in some ways decreased the value of true independent podcasts.
Steve and Dave discuss how the definition of podcasting has started to morph into video productions as well as audio.
Steve C. makes mention of Callisto.fm, which is a website dedicated to helping people create playlists of independent podcasts.
Steve C., Dave and Steve talk about how iTunes has become lax with indexing podcasts; technology subcategories have been eliminated and a greater focus has been placed on Big Media podcast distributions.
Everyone agrees that independent podcasters should work on producing good podcast content first, then work on bells and whistles (bumper music, for instance) later if needed.
Steve C. talks about outsourcing intro/outro music, and discusses how he found the perfect fit for his business via GarageBand.com; Steve and Dave discuss the importance of independent online entities supporting each other as well as the ease of getting in touch with other professionals to collaborate on such things as creating podcast intro music.
Steve and Dave discuss their start and success with WavesofTech.com:
- The podcast supports the blog and vice versa.
- Utilizing social media outlets.
- They hard to develop personal relationship with followers and stay in contact.
- Don’t be afraid to talk to people about your website/podcast (word of mouth).
- Create and hand out business cards.
Steve C. adds that getting in contact with those in your field is important and can jumpstart your business. Steve adds podcasters advertising other podcasters can be very beneficial.
Dave discusses net neutrality. Mentions SavetheInternet.com, which is a site dedicated to protecting internet freedom. The group discusses companies (ISPs and websites) blocking content due to political agendas, and providers doing so because they want people directed to pay for and use their content. Steve C. said the only reason providers should ever have a say in blocking content is if something is taxing their systems/equipment. Steve mentions an ISP that blocked newsgroups; states that it should not be up to the ISP to make these determinations. Steve C. argues that if the content could get the ISP in legal trouble, they may have a right. The group questions who should be held responsible for access to content. Dave talks about the costs involved in setting up the infrastructure to regulate content. Steve mentions Comcast’s attempt at blocking BitTorrent. Steve C. speculates that a large percentage of BitTorrent downloads are of illegal content. Group further discusses Comcast’s attempts at blocking other content on the Internet.
Group discusses evolution of technology and the Internet, and how the conglomerates wish to control it.
Steve talks about the ease of website creation with available content management systems, and the many different solutions available. Steve C. discusses how the right tool for the job depends on the complexity of the site being created. Dave talks about the user-friendly nature of WordPress. Steve C. mentions that WordPress and Blogger are probably the easiest to use for podcasting websites. Steve and Dave discuss how it is largely a matter of personal preference and what the business/personal need is.
The group talks a little about motorcycles and the Harley lifestyle. Dave talks about his hybrid Toyota Tundra.
Steve C. talks about Terminator Salvation and nuclear powered cars.
In wrapping up, Steve reiterates that technology choices (like CMS solutions) should be decided upon by doing your homework, understanding the technologies, and picking solutions that are good for you.
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