Podonomics

If Darren Rowse had told me that doing a 31-days series would be one of the most exhausting blog activities that I would do, I would’ve told him, “Yeah, right.”

I don’t know how he survived doing his, but I found that by day 25, I was totally beat. Lesson learned? I should’ve picked the shortest month and just double check it wasn’t leap year.

No matter, the 31 Days to Producing a Better Podcast is complete and the entire calendar of topics are below for your perusal.

A big thank you goes out to all the bloggers and podcasters who pointed me to some really great resources. Remember, if you have any to add, just leave them in the comments area.

Day 01 – Start Podcasting
Day 02 – Size of Podcasting Listening Audience
Day 03 – Podcast Interviewing Tips
Day 04 – Planning Your Podcast
Day 05 – Getting the Podcasting Equipment
Day 06 – Recording Your Podcast
Day 07 – Editing & Mixing Your Podcast
Day 08 – Podcast Production Tips
Day 09 – Finding Podsafe Music
Day 10 – Hiring Voice Talent for Your Podcast
Day 11 – Growing Your Podcast Audience
Day 12 – Publishing Your Podcast
Day 13 – Ways to Avoid Podfading
Day 14 – Transcribing Your Podcast
Day 15 – Optimizing Your Podcast
Day 16 – Monetizing Your Podcast
Day 17 – Measuring Your Podcast
Day 18 – Marketing Your Podcast
Day 19 – Corporate Podcasting Case Studies
Day 20 – Podcasting Legal Issues
Day 21 – Small Business Podcasting Case Studies
Day 22 – Podcast Advertising
Day 23 – Podcasting Products, the Good
Day 24 – Podcasting Products, the Bad
Day 25 – Podcasting Experts & Consultants
Day 26 – Podcasts About Podcasting
Day 27 – Educational Podcasting Case Studies
Day 28 – Non-Profit Podcasting Case Studies
Day 29 – Podcast Mistakes to Avoid
Day 30 – General Podcasting Information
Day 31 – Summary of Producing Better Podcast Series

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Here are some great podcasting resources that didn’t fit into any of the other categories, but were so good I couldn’t NOT mention them.

Donna Popacosta on Everything I Knew About Podcasting I Learned in Kindergarten

Paul Colligan on 7 Reasons Businesses Must Embrace Podcasting

Kay Stoner on The Business Case for Podcasting

Kelly McCausey on The Burning Fear of New Show Hosts

John Havens on Are People Tuning Into Podcasts?

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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Even though podcasts are still a fairly new medium, there are some guidelines that every podcast producer can follow to ensure success. Just in case, here are a few resources that point out things you’re probably doing in your podcast that are totally wrong.

Leesa Barnes on How to Explain What Podcasting Is Without Using iPod or Broadcasting & 2 Ingredients Your Podcast Is Missing and Why Using Them Will Increase Subscribers

Marco on How to Make a Podcast that Doesn’t Suck

Jen Kothe on Avoiding the Pitfalls - Common Podcasting Mistakes

Homework: Double check that you’re not making these errors in your podcast.

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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Want to understand how to use a podcast for a non-profit organization? Check out the resources below for ideas.

Donna Popacosta on Non-Profit Podcasting

Podcasting News on Non-Profit Podcast Directory

Homework: Write down ideas for your own podcasting strategy from these examples.

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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It’s coming.

No one has done a better job of “calling out” snaky podcasting products than Jon Watson over at Biz Podcasting.

Below, I provide just a small sample of “snake oil” podcasting products that have fortunately made Jon’s list.

Jon’s review of Kent Sayre’s ebook on podcasting & Victor Pryles’ The Wonderful World of Podcasting

Homework: Add your snake oil podcasting product to this list in the comments section.

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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Curious to know which podcasting products to buy so you can learn more about how to podcast? Here are a few products you’ll enjoy.

Disclaimer - I personally reviewed each resource below, either by purchasing it or getting an advance copy.

Jeff Mills’ Podcast Secrets Revealed

Tim Gordon’s Profitable Podcasting Case Studies & Podcasting Adventures Online

Scott Patton’s Podcasting Unleashed

Stephanie Ciccarelli’ The Podcasting Ebook

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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There are mixed feelings about including advertising in podcasts. Otherwise known as podvertising, some want ‘em in their podcasts, others don’t. Take a look at the resources below and make up your own mind.

Opinions

Steve Rubel on Pondering Podvertising Possibilities
Jay Fienberg on Why PodVertising Doesn’t Work
MarketingLoop on National Public Radio’s Podvertising Success

Podvertising Services

Cheeze - http://www.cheeze.com
Podtrac - http://www.podtrac.com
Podshow - http://www.podshow.com
FourSevens - http://www.foursevens.com

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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We looked at corporate podcasting case studies. Now, we turn our attention to small businesses who are using podcasting to increase sales and find new clients. Take a look at the following resources that focus on small business podcasting case studies.

Paul Colligan’s The Business Podcasting Bible

Tim Gordon’s Profitable Podcasting Case Studies

Homework: Review these resources so you can understand the different ways to use a podcast in your communications plan.

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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Just because you’re podcasting doesn’t mean you’re above the law. Check out the following resources so you’re aware of the legal issues surrounding podcasting.

Philip Nicosia on Podcast Safe Music

Creative Commons on Podcasting Legal Guide

Jon Watson’s Archives on Podcasting Legal Issues

Homework: Review any questions you have about how to use content in your podcast using the resources above.

Did I miss a really great resource that fits the theme of this post? If so, leave the URL in the comments and I’ll add it to this list.

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