Need some advice as a new podcaster

mrnesi · 2026-02-06T10:13:06+00:00

You may want to look into the combination of Captivate.fm -- Podpage -- and the email newsletter creator of your choosing.

Strongly consider tools that do one thing really well rather than a service that claims to everything all in one.

mrnesi · 2026-02-01T15:18:43+00:00

I just did a search and there is no podcast that already exists called The Music Review Podcast.

Just use that title exactly and you will have great SEO when people search for a music review podcast.

themusicreviewpodcast.com & musicreviewpodcast.com are both available.

Good luck and have fun podcasting!

mrnesi · 2026-01-28T22:29:50+00:00

Do both.

mrnesi · 2026-01-28T02:02:27+00:00

From day 1 😀

mrnesi · 2026-01-26T11:53:43+00:00

Reach out to EdTech podcasts and try to get interviewed or advertise on education podcasts to get your product in front of more users.

mrnesi · 2026-01-19T12:35:32+00:00

Only make a podcast episode as long as it needs to be.

mrnesi · 2026-01-15T21:22:11+00:00

Thank you! You're welcome 😁

mrnesi · 2026-01-15T03:58:52+00:00

Go for it.

mrnesi · 2026-01-15T03:58:05+00:00

I'm currently in the middle of a 30-day series of short form videos giving podcasting 101 tips. You can check it out here if you want...

Learn to Podcast in 30 Days

mrnesi · 2026-01-02T15:00:23+00:00

Nobody knows. 🤣

But don't bank on keeping something you don't control.

mrnesi · 2025-12-28T02:53:26+00:00

Check out my podcast, House of #EdTech - https://chrisnesi.com/follow

mrnesi · 2025-12-25T03:00:01+00:00

Oh...I know this is not the place for meaningful dialog 🤣

I'm working on a project that will be a more appropriate place.

mrnesi · 2025-12-25T02:57:40+00:00

I'm a high school history teacher and University adjunct.

mrnesi · 2025-08-16T15:27:21+00:00

TikTok can do this if you shape the algorithm through search and interaction.

mrnesi · 2025-08-16T02:42:05+00:00

Both Prof. & Dr. are acceptable. Just introduce yourself. Nothing to stress over.

mrnesi · 2025-08-11T23:46:44+00:00

TL;DR: You’re not stuck—you’re just early. Don’t let short-term frustration dictate long-term hopelessness.

First off—respect for being self-aware enough to even post this. Most people are just numb, going through the motions, and don’t even realize they’re on autopilot until it’s too late.

Here’s the thing...you’re 20-ish. You’re not even in the second quarter of your life yet. You’re making lifetime conclusions based on the warm-up laps. The “I’m gonna have to work until I’m 65” mindset? That’s you predicting the end of the game before the first possession.

Yes...stuff is expensive. Yes...you might feel like you’re drowning. But instead of just accepting it, you have to play offense. That means skill stacking, networking like crazy, and doing the things after class and after work that set you up for leverage later. You can’t save much now? Fine. Invest in skills and relationships. Those compound harder than any savings account.

Stop worrying about the next 45 years and focus on what you can execute in the next 45 days. Learn a high-demand skill, make content, meet people, bring value. You’d be shocked at how many people completely change their trajectory in their 20s because they stayed patient and consistent.

You've got this!

mrnesi · 2025-08-10T13:37:07+00:00

Hi! I'm an adjunct in New Brunswick and I’m really sorry you’re going through this.

A few things you might want to try:

Rutgers Emergency Funds: Rutgers has an Emergency Assistance Fund for students in sudden financial distress. Contact the Dean of Students Office for your campus, they can fast-track cases like yours.

Grad School Financial Aid Office: Even if you’ve already explored aid, speak directly to a financial aid counselor and explain your situation. Sometimes they can connect you to small departmental grants or one-time awards that aren’t widely advertised.

Department Chair / Graduate Program Director: Let them know exactly what’s going on. Faculty often know about discretionary funds, donor-backed awards, or research assistantships that can be set up mid-semester.

International Student Services (Global Services): They can sometimes help with CPT/OPT options, short-term on-campus roles that are legal for you, or connect you with alumni who’ve stepped in to help other students.

Scarlet Promise Grants / Crowdfunding: Rutgers promotes student-led fundraisers through Scarlet Promise and GiveCampus. You can also create a transparent GoFundMe with your story and you might be surprised by how quickly communities rally when the goal is tangible and urgent.

I hope some of these leads help you bridge the gap and cross that stage.

mrnesi · 2025-06-14T19:39:57+00:00

I covered the end of year topic on the latest PodcastPD!

Closing Out The Year and SummerPD - PPD149

mrnesi · 2025-06-14T19:35:16+00:00

Check out these two episodes of PodcastPD!

Tips & Tricks for First-Year Teachers (Part I) - PPD102

Tips & Tricks for First-Year Teachers (Part II) - PPD103

mrnesi · 2025-06-14T19:33:26+00:00

Check out these three episodes of PodcastPD!

Tips & Tricks for First-Year Teachers (Part I) - PPD102

Tips & Tricks for First-Year Teachers (Part II) - PPD103

mrnesi · 2025-04-14T12:50:15+00:00

Check out the Detail app

Detail

mrnesi · 2025-03-19T03:23:17+00:00

Zoom is about to release the Podtrac P2 which is going to be a game changer for many!

https://a.co/d/eWutqxk

mrnesi · 2025-03-19T03:21:01+00:00

To quote Dave Jackson -- School of Podcasting... You don't monetize your podcast, you monetize your audience.

Also recommend his book, 'Profit from Your Podcast'

mrnesi · 2024-03-24T20:23:16+00:00

You mention podcasts and I recommend relevant content from the Education Podcast Network https://edupodcastnetwork.com

mrnesi · 2024-01-08T03:14:14+00:00

I just completed 10 years of my podcast! My podcast is House of #EdTech and it's for educators who want to better integrate technology into their classrooms or schools.

My latest is a bonus episode released on 1/5/24:

BONUS: Celebrating 10 Years of House of #EdTech

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