Mike’s Toolkits
Mike's Toolkits
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The Workflow Show
The 10 Step Workflow:
1. Verify:
Check to make sure episode is live in iTunes and in my Podcast app.
Tip:
Subscribe to your own show
You can fix typos or replace audio files
2. Organize & Setup Framework
Set up WordPress blog post
Create episode Artwork in inDesign
Replicate newsletter template in Mailchimp
3. Social Media Marketing
Use Bufferapp in Chrome to send to Facebook, Twitter and G+
4. Exercise & Breakfast
Very important part of my workflow!
5. Script Writing
See Episode 40 for more on my scripting process
Pomodoro Timer App ($2.99)
6. Social Media Maintenance and Correspondence
Re-Buffer the morning posts and respond to any correspondence or ‘Likes’…
7. Recording & Editing
Using Adobe Audition (New updates are awesome!
8. Tagging & Uploading
9. Show Notes & WordPress Scheduling
I prepare show notes partly in Scrivener, but mostly in Byword (a multi-markdown writing app)
10. Newsletter & Topic Curation
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The Hardware Show
Ep41: The Hardware Show
What equipment and gear do I use to record this podcast?
What do I recommend for one man band and content creators in the planning stage of starting a podcast or ramping up content creation.
Ask Mike Anything Question
Question: Can I use green screens with my Logitech c920 webcam when I make screencast tutorials?
Answer: The answer is yes. The basics of green screening or chroma keying can be found in this B&H Video:
Screencasting Software
Screenflow
Camtasia
The Basics: Audio Chain
Microphone
XLR Cables
Cloud lifter or Fethead1
Audio Interface (Mixer or Audio Interface)
Interface to DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)
Microphone Terminology
Dynamic Microphones (recommended for podcasting):
Dynamic microphones are widely used in broadcasting and podcasting because they are very good at only picking up sound right in front of them and rejecting all the unwanted sounds in the room. Do not require phantom power, but often ‘gain hungry’
Condenser Microphones: more sensitive, pick up more ambient or room noise. Requires phantom power.
**UPDATE** The Audio Technica ATR2100 increased to $79.99 on Amazon in the past 2 weeks!! This microphone used to sell from $35-50. It has become so popular with new podcasters that the price has skyrocketed.
Examples:
Audio Technica ATR2100
Shure SM58
Shure Beta 58A
Rode Podcaster
Rode Procaster
Electrovoice RE–320
Shure SM7B
Heil PR–40
Electrovoice RE–20
Condenser Microphones (more sensitive, pick up more ambient or room noise):
Many USB microphones & Shotgun Microphones
Blue Yeti
*New: Shure Motiv Mics
MIKE’S HARDWARE:
My Microphone:
Shure SM7B
Boom Arm:
Rode PSA–1
Gain Booster:
Cloudlifter
Triton Fethead
XLR Cables:
Canare XLR Cables
Mixer:
Allen & Heath Zed 10 USB (Main interface)
Audio Interface:
Scarlett 6i6 (My backup)
Headphones
Sony MDR–7506
Computer:
MacBook Pro Retina (13”)
Digital Audio Workstation (DAW)
Adobe Audition
Microphones (My recommendation is Dynamic)
1: Good budget mics: Under $100
Audio Technica ATR2100
Shure SM58
Shure Beta 58A
2: Mid-Budget Range: $2–300
Rode Podcaster
Rode Procaster
Electrovoice RE–320
Audio-Technica AT875R
3:Higher Budget $300+
Shure SM7B
Heil PR–40
Electrovoice RE–20
Microphone Comparison Resources
Fizzle Microphone Shootout
Marco Arment Mega Review
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The Script Show
Ep40: The Script Show
Tagline/Quote:
Why do I write a script for my podcast and what is my process?
In this episode #40, what are the benefits of writing a script for my podcast and what does my process look like?
Today’s Ask Mike Anything Question came from a Facebook group?
Question: When I launch my podcast and submit it to iTunes, will my podcast automatically be distributed to all of the other podcast directories?
Answer: The answer is no. You must submit your RSS feed manually to each podcast directory you want to be in. You only have to submit the RSS feed one time.
Popular Directories:
ITunes
Stitcher
Speaker
Google Play
Resource Mentioned:
Podcast Places
Bottom Line:
You only have to submit your RSS feed one time to each directory and then each new episode you publish, the RSS feed updates each directory for you automatically. Kind of like magic. Got it? Good.
Benefits of Writing A Podcast Script
- Preparation. In order to write a script, I have to do my homework and research first and figure out what subject matter I want to teach or explain. By the time I finish writing the script, I know the material inside and out, so I am really prepared when it comes time to record which leads me to the next pro:
- Recording Time: Because I work off a script and rehearse as I write, recording time is much more efficient because I am ready and prepared so there are few umms and aahs.
- Knowledge & Authority: Writing a script helps me learn the information I am teaching on a much deeper level because I put a lot of thought and preparation into making sure each podcast is clear, concise and that it makes a point.
- Writing: I am a better writer and teacher because of my podcast. For those of you who do not know my background, I was an English major in college because I was a terrible test taker, but I could write. Writing my podcast script has forced me to develop a completely new style of writing and one that is very technical and organized.
- Repurposing Power: Use podcast scripts to write blog posts, Medium articles, tutorials, vlogs, and #1 on my bucket list, writing a book.
Tools I use to write my script?
Scrivener is my writing tool of choice
Byword is the multi-markdown tool I use to format show notes.
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The Google Show
Ep39: The Google Show
What is Google Apps?
What features do I use regularly?
What are some unique ways podcasters and online brands can use Google Apps for their podcast or online business?
Ask Mike Anything:
Question: Do I need expensive headphones to record my podcast or are Apple earbuds good enough?
Answer: I do recommend you upgrading from the Apple earbuds if possible to headphones that will give you a flatter/cleaner sound so you can really hear any issues in your recording.
*Tip:*Use your Apple buds for quality control as many of your listeners use them so you need to know how your show sounds on many different devices.
My headphones
Sony MDR7506
Popular or Recommended Headphones
AudioTecnica ath-m50xM-Audio Q40 headphones
*Beyerdynamic dt 770
What is Google Apps For Work?
Googles description: An all-in-one suite to communicate, store and create.
Google Apps is the admin side of your business like email, calendar, word processing, spreadsheets and so much more. All the real fun and exciting stuff I know, but all the stuff that keeps your business on track.
How much does it cost:
$5/user per month. There is a $10/user per month with increased storage and some additional features.
What is included with Google Apps :
The communication apps:
* Gmail
* Calendar
* Google Hangouts
* Google +
Storage app:
Google Drive (similar to Google Drive)
Collaboration tools:
* Google Docs
* Sheets
* Forms
* Slides
* Sites
[Collaboration Tips](https://apps.google.com/learning-center/tips/collaborate-better/#/list)
Tip:
Email Aliases: Create unlimited prefixes/alials such as mike@mikemurphy.co; info@mikemurphy.co (hello@, feedback@…)
Domain Alias: Use other domains you own and create email address for them under same account: For example: mike@askmikeanything.com….
What Google Apps features do I use for my podcast and online business?
Gmail
Calendar
Google Drive
Google Docs (Docs, Sheets, Forms, Slides)
Google +
Some ideas for Google Apps for podcasters
1.Use Google Sheets (or Excel)
Create master episode list with notes and topics discussed
Create resource lists of products and tools, links, etc
2.Google Forms
Create surveys and feedback forms or have contests with audience (vote on a new feature…
Resource tip #1: Wufoo
Resource tip #2: Check out IFTTT.
3.Collaboration & Sharing.
* Eliminate the back and forth dialog of emails.
* Great for coaching and consulting with clients.
* Send Google Forms with questions pre-interview to guests
* Collaborate on scripts or show notes with co-hosts…
* Google Docs for virtual assistants which are big in the online world.
4.Google Slides
Make keynote presentations & screencasts
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