MacKenzie and her guest, Rae Palermo, discuss an exciting new service, Podcast2Radio, coming from Blubrry and their partner, StreamGuys. If you're looking for more distribution for your podcast, tune in to this episode to find out just what Podcast2Radio can do for your podcast.
With Podcast2Radio Blubrry customers can easily convert their podcasts into a continuous internet radio stream. Your podcast will have additional syndication, and will be easier than ever to find for the large segment of listeners that are streaming internet radio. Our partner, StreamGuys provides the cloud-based software to deliver your podcast and once you're set up, it's all automatic.
We're not changing anything about your podcast, just simply converting your RSS feed into an internet stream that millions of new listeners will have access to. It's been a long time coming and MacKenzie and Rae are excited about the possibilities associated with all of the new distribution partners via Podcast2Radio.
Both companies will be attending Podcast Movement and would love to talk to podcasters about what this can do for your show. Check it out, we're excited about this opportunity and can't wait to see what the future holds.
Show notes:
Podcast2Radio
StreamGuys
Podcast Movement
Email MacKenzie
Email about Podcast2Radio
In this episode of the PowerPress Podcast MacKenzie talks about who has been invested in, who has been bought and more in the podcast world. She even gives you an update on the release of PowerPress Sites and ponders on recording timing in her podcasting chronicle.Some podcasters may be taking a break or cutting back during the summer, but that does not mean media companies, including Blubrry are slowing down anytime soon. While there is no guest that doesn't mean there isn't quality news and information packed in this episode. Next episode will be July 1st and we'll definitely have lots to talk about concerning Podcast Movement and releases happening around that time for all different kinds of companies.
Events:
New Media Europe! June 18th-19th London, England. If you're there, be sure to enter to win a prize from Blubrry.
Podcast Movement! July 6th – 8th Chicago, Il. Buy your ticket today using the code 'Blubrry' and save $40.
Elite Man Conference! August 6th-7th Plymouth, MA. Save 10% on your ticket using the code 'Blubrry10'.
Show notes:
Twitter and SoundCloud
MacKenzie and Mike are excited about the new release of PowerPress 7.0 as discussed on this episode of the PowerPress Podcast. They have some great news articles, Podcasting in Not the New Black, and another called Podcast Presentation Skills. Mike completely agrees that 'podcasting is not the new black' but MacKenzie sees some merit in the idea. And MacKenzie comes to realize she is not a fan of the process of booking guests on the show in her podcast chronicle. Last but not least, they also discuss a recent blog post on our site about taking a break from your podcast.
Show notes:
Podcasting is Not the New Black
Taking a Break Without Losing Your Audience
Podcast Presentation Skills
Podcast Movement discount
Elite Man Conference
PowerPress on WordPress
Attend a PowerPress and Blubrry hosting setup webinar
MacKenzie is back this week with a new episode with Arsalan Ahmed, who was our first in-studio guest. Both somewhat new podcasters, they discussed how to get feedback from listeners as well as some podcasting news. MacKenzie certainly doesn't think the word 'podcasting' is hurting the medium and have you guys heard of RadioPublic yet? They discuss this new company and what they think will come of it.
Interested in our guest this week?
Mentoring Developers is a podcast for new and aspiring developers and their mentors. If you have ever wondered what it takes to be a professional software developer or if you find yourself wondering how to be successful as a software developer, earn a good living, and grow in this cut-throat profession with dignity, you should know that we are here to support you regardless of your background. The key to developing a nurturing work environment is empathy and Mentoring Developers exists to provide you with the guidance and direction you seek.
On this episode of the PowerPress Podcast Todd Cochrane discusses multiple topics ranging from advertising to Blubrry's new phone support. MacKenzie has been busy at the Blubrry headquarters working on the upcoming PowerPress Sites launch, coming out May 9th!, and wasn't able to get a new episode in this week. Don't worry, she'll be back in two weeks with a fresh episode about using PowerPress.
Thinking about heading to Podcast Movement? We've got a discount for you. Use the code Blubrry and save $40 off of your ticket. Get registered now!
Ready for another conference a month later? The Elite Man Conference is happening August 5-7 in the Boston area. Use our code to save 10% off your ticket. Learn more here and use Blubrry10 to save!
Leave us a review for PowerPress!
In all the podcast hype this week, MacKenzie did not have a guest on the show, instead she talked about some podcasting news. Google Play Music Podcasts, MTV, NAB and more were brought up on the 17th episode of the PowerPress Podcast this week. And in case you were wondering, she brought up her podcast chronicle this episode as well, so if you've been wondering how MacKenzie is doing, take a listen. Please, leave us a review on iTunes and subscribe on your device of choice!
Headed to Podcast Movement in July? Save $40 when you use the code Blubrry during checkout for your ticket. Ready for another event a month later? The Elite Man Conference is happening August 5-7 and we're got a code for you to save 10%. Learn more here and use code Blubrry10 to save!
On this episode of the PowerPress Podcast MacKenzie and Angelo Mandato talk about the new Blubrry and PowerPress player. They also discuss, 6 reasons why podcasts are the future of storytelling. The new player is available exclusively to Blubrry hosting customers, and will be available in PowerPress next week. Listen to find out where to get the embed in Blubrry and PowerPress. Thanks for listening, and please leave a review on iTunes! And if you haven't yet, subscribe using iTunes, Android, Email – however you want in the player below.
Thinking about attending Podcast Movement? Use promo code 'Blubrry' for $40 off your ticket!
From the Blubrry Podcaster Dashboard.
Show notes:
6 Reasons Why Podcasting is the Future of Storytelling
Have you ever wanted to start your own mini podcast network? On this episode of the PowerPress Podcast MacKenzie speaks with Meagan Francis, podcaster, blogger, and creator of the Life Listened podcast network. MacKenzie and Meagan discuss reasons why your business should have a podcast, diving a little deeper than the original list, and all about the Academy of Podcasters Hall of Fame inductees for 2016. After you listen check out the links below for more details.
Thinking about heading to Chicago for Podcast Movement in July? Use the code 'Blubrry' to save $40 when you get your ticket!
Show notes:
4 Reasons Your Business Should Have a Podcast
Life Listened
Podcaster's Hall of Fame
Email MacKenzie
Podcast Awards Fund
MacKenzie had the pleasure of speaking with Brian Dunning on the podcast this episode. He's been a podcaster for over ten years now and they discuss just what makes his podcast, Skeptoid, stand out from the rest. Have you heard the latest podcast listener numbers? Before this podcast was recorded we got some great news that monthly podcast listening has increased from 17% to 21%. We've included a link for more detailed information about this below, but for a preview — weekly listening has increased from 10% to 13% and 36% of Americans people have listened to a podcast.
Thinking about attending Podcast Movement? Use our affiliate code Blubrry to get $40 off your ticket! Thanks for listening!
Show notes:
Infinite Dial Podcast Research
Brian Dunning, Skeptoid
Podcast Movement Ticket
Fan of PowerPress? Leave us a review!
In this episode Mike Dell, Lead Support Tech for Blubrry & RawVoice fills in for MacKenzie who is on assignment. Actually, she’s in Nashville at the Proclaim16 conference along with our CIO Angelo Mandato who reports LIVE from Nashville.
News:
Blubrry Community Newsletter is out on the street, so to speak.
Political Podcasts – There is now a plethora of political podcasts for “political junkies” to enjoy. Jen Thorpe over at PodcasterNews has a list of some of the best political podcasts out there.
Proclaim 2016 – Nashville, TN
Angelo and MacKenzie reporting “live” from Nashville.
PowerPress Update:
The current version of PowerPress is 6.3.2.
It includes some updates for required iTunes items such as Explicit tags and quite a few others. Here is the change log:
Added import podcast from Squarespace option (thanks Steve for bringing to our attention that importing from Squarespace requires added logic)
The itunes:summary tag values can now use CDATA encapsulation. Note updated that may not contain HTML, except for hyperlinks. (Thanks Apple iTunes team!)
Added checkbox to enable wrapping iTunes summary values with
Added new define option POWERPRESS_FEED_TEMPLATE. (Thanks Ron for the suggestion!)
Added new define option POWERPRESS_PREMIUM_GROUPS_PLUGIN, for premium podcasting with Groups plugin commonly paired with WooCommerce.
Removed iTunes explicit 'no' value from tag. (iTunes change – February, 2016)
Updated iTunes recommended image size to 3000 x 3000 saved in a compressed format such as JPG. (iTunes change – February, 2016)
Fixed notice message from appearing when using the playlist player (Thanks chefjoef for bringing to our attention).
Added width and height attributes to img tag for the HTML5 audio player image. (Thanks Eduard for the patch and information about the Accelerated Mobile Pages Project!)
Fixed tab control styling when other themes or plugins use newer versions of jquery-ui.
Added dismissable notification message to alert PowerPress users of the latest iTunes changes.
Apple Podcasts Connect: Apple changed the way you submit a feed to them to a website based system. We have updated the Podcast Manual with the new information: http://create.blubrry.com/manual/podcast-promotion/submit-podcast-to-itunes/
Blubrry Tip of the Week: (A feature I do at Podcast Help Desk)
Populate your RSS feed setting at blubrry.com if you are not using the blubrry.com feed for your podcast. This gives your listing in the Blubrry directory a way to stay up to date. It also makes it easier for us tech support types to help you troubleshoot any problems you might have.
If you are using blubrry.com for your podcast website, this is not needed and can cause your listing to have duplicates.
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