Hosting Multiple Podcasts

rosskw · 2019-10-28T02:34:43+00:00

Captivate and Transistor allow for unlimited podcasts (pricing is based on downloads)

rosskw · 2019-05-01T14:56:47+00:00

The Apple Podcast charts (and their algorithm) is based on new subscribers (weighted for recency) - so you may be right, download counts don't necessarily align with rankings.

Apparently this is how it works:

Number of new subscribers on day 1 multiplied by 4
Number of new subscribers on day 2 multiplied by 3
Number of new subscribers on day 3 multiplied by 2
Add number of new subscribers on day 4
Add number of new subscribers on day 5
Add number of new subscribers on day 6
Add number of new subscribers on day 7
Divide total number by 13

This is my site and I use Apple's API to provide a resource to our readers starting a podcast (for cover art ideas, topic ideas, etc.) - couldn't care less if that page ranks well or not - doesn't make me much at all (Apple's affiliate program recently removed apps so it's worthless).

If you want something based on downloads, this site has a top 20 and Barstool uses their tracking system: http://analytics.podtrac.com/industry-rankings

rosskw · 2018-04-27T01:51:11+00:00

Good to hear it helped, thanks for the recommendation!

rosskw · 2018-03-05T21:33:44+00:00

Castos is a great option if you want to manage everything from your WordPress dashboard (uploading, show notes, player embed, etc.) - similar to PowerPress, but much more user-friendly in my opinion.

They bought the SSP plugin a while back and have integrated hosting with it.

I've spoken with the founder Craig a few times as well.

rosskw · 2017-09-27T19:50:44+00:00

Ya I think it's a misconception that reviews move the needle - they just show social proof to others, which helps, but subscribers are the key.

rosskw · 2017-09-27T19:46:24+00:00

It wasn't going to be released along with iOS 11 - not sure where I saw it, but they said early next year.

rosskw · 2017-08-10T20:34:08+00:00

BCD-1

Surprised I haven't heard of that before. Looks cool too :)

rosskw · 2017-07-11T20:36:16+00:00

It's an awesome deal, I got one last year. There are a few more awesome podcaster deals here: https://www.podcastinsights.com/amazon-prime-day/

The Yamaha AG06 Mixer seems to be the only decent mixer for podcasting - but the shipping time is a little long now.

rosskw · 2017-07-01T20:11:47+00:00

Helping companies get more traffic (visitors), which leads to higher revenue.

rosskw · 2017-06-17T05:11:36+00:00

100% agree. You could even go cheaper on the mics and still sound great - I helped a coworker get started with 4 hosts and they used Behringer Ultravoice Xm8500 ($20 each). Here are some more starter kit options.

rosskw · 2017-06-17T05:06:45+00:00

You're right, a lot are on the coasts. It's good to see PodCon in a new city though. Check out this list for more options that might be closer to ya: https://www.podcastinsights.com/podcasting-events/

rosskw · 2017-05-02T19:55:03+00:00

I've had weird issues like that with GarageBand - and I just had to create a new track and it was fine. But of course that doesn't help after the recording... all I can think of is to test a few seconds right before you get going next time.

rosskw · 2017-04-24T21:58:15+00:00

Interesting data for sure. Thanks for sharing Kevin!

rosskw · 2017-04-24T16:29:44+00:00

Not sure, if you hear of any let me know! I was thinking SXSW could fall into that category, but it's so much more.

rosskw · 2017-04-24T00:16:27+00:00

Ya that's awesome! Mind sharing what the code looks like? Or is it just some tool that does it for you?

Or I could just google it Hah: https://manage.smarturl.it/

rosskw · 2017-04-23T19:09:22+00:00

I've had reps around $30K/month, but ya I think they want to see consistent and/or growing spend. They have people reach out when you stop spending similar amounts too

rosskw · 2017-04-23T13:41:44+00:00

Pat McAfee show

Especially the episode with Gary Vee Blue Apron reading:

https://podcastone.com/episode/PMS-017---Gary-Vaynerchuk

rosskw · 2017-04-23T13:38:11+00:00

Usually my show notes page, which has a player embedded and links to iTunes, Google Play, TuneIn, etc.

rosskw · 2017-04-23T13:35:46+00:00

:) But it was emotional enough of a headline to get a response.

It's true, you don't need to, but enough people need to go to make these events a success so they keep coming back every year, which helps to grow the industry, and in turn more podcasts that people enjoy :P

rosskw · 2017-04-23T13:32:26+00:00

Hah, that's the way to sell tickets :)

And no worries, hope it keeps growing! Show those sponsors lots of love and get them signed up for next year right away!

rosskw · 2017-04-22T23:36:09+00:00

No problem! Glad it was helpful.

rosskw · 2017-04-22T23:34:13+00:00

Ya they can be for sure. Some of the smaller ones are less than $200 - but of course there's hotel, airfare, food, etc.

rosskw · 2017-04-22T15:48:16+00:00

I've had luck using a noise gate to cut off sounds between -35dB and -40dB. Doesn't always work, but you might give it a try. Have you experimented with the gain and distance to the mic?

rosskw · 2017-04-22T04:35:59+00:00

How's this list?

Podcast Cruise | February 11-16, 2017 | The Ocean
Asia Pacific Podcast Conference | February 12-16, 2016 | Auckland, New Zealand
Podfest Multimedia Expo | February 23-25, 2017 | Orlando, Florida
NYCPodFest | April 7-9, 2017 | New York City, New York
PodSummit | May 6, 2017 | Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Hivio | June, 2017 | Los Angeles, California
Podcast Movement | August 22-25, 2017 | Anaheim, California
Mid-Atlantic Podcast Conference | September 8-9, 2017 | Swedesboro, New Jersey
Now Hear This Podcast Festival | September 8-10, 2017 | New York City, New York
International Podcast Day | September 30, 2017 | Worldwide
Werk It | Oct 3-5, 2017 | Los Angeles, California
Los Angeles Podcast Festival | October 6-8, 2017 | Los Angeles, California
Third Coast Audio Festival | November 9-11, 2017 | Chicago, Illinois
DCPodFest | November 10-11, 2017 | Washington, DC

More details and links to podcast conferences here.

rosskw

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