Podcasting For Dummies [Paperback]

Tee Morris (Author), Chuck Tomasi (Author), Evo Terra (Author), Kreg Steppe (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 28, 2008 | ISBN-10: 047027557X | ISBN-13: 978-0470275573 | Edition: 2

New tools have made it easier to create a podcast. The second edition of Podcasting For Dummies shows you how you can create and distribute your own online recordings using tools you already have. This edition also covers what you need to build a top-notch podcasting studio. Expert podcasters Tee Morris and Evo Terra are joined on this edition by a fellow podcasting guru, Chuck Tomasi, to walk you through recording, editing, posting, and promoting a podcast. Chapters cover:

• Choosing a topic that fits your expertise
• Writing an outline or script for your podcast
• Turning your existing computer into a desktop podcasting studio
• Picking the microphone, headphones, and audio editing software that best suit your needs
• Upgrading to pro-level podcasting equipment
• Conducting interviews and recording an interview subject who’s not in the room with you
• Navigating the XML code you need to share your podcast
• Finding a place to host your podcast online
• Promoting your podcasts in the blogosphere, online discussion groups, and social networking sites
• Seeking out sponsors, advertising, and subscriptions to make your podcast pay
• Creating podcasts designed to promote a business

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Aimed at everyone from first-time podcasters to experienced producers with a thorough update on the software". (The Bookseller, Friday 14th March 2008)

From the Back Cover

Get to know podcasting software, tools, and methods

Here's what you need to start podcasting or polish up your skills

Podcasting offers anyone the chance to send their voice over the Internet. All you need is a microphone, a computer, and Internet access. This book helps you record a podcast, get it online, and attract listeners. Whether you want to podcast for business or fun, you'll find what you need to get started here.

Discover how to:

• Outfit your PC or Mac® for recording

• Edit your podcast and get it online

• Create a video podcast

• Promote your podcast

• Keep your content fresh

• Attract advertisers

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Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: For Dummies; 2 edition (July 28, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 047027557X
• ISBN-13: 978-0470275573
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 0.8 x 9.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (30 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #92,054 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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Most Helpful Customer Reviews

33 of 35 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The. Best. Book. On. Podcasting. January 29, 2006

By Sublime Dharma

Format:Paperback

I bought this book around 1 month ago because I wanted to set up a Podcast and publish it to the web but had no idea how. The moment I opened the cover this book was helpful, it walks you through everything you need to know to set up and publish your Podcast, choose equipment, do interview over the phone, in the studio, or over Skype/iChat and then recommends other For Dummies books if you want to get really into it (say, Web Design for dummies, or something). It even gives you a simple easy to understand overview of the major technologies involved with Podcasting (RRS, XML, etc.) and shows you what the best hosting options are and how to promote and advertise your show! Truly, this book had me up and running in no time, and is constantly helpful, I haven't come across anything that Podcasting For Dummies hasn't been able to help me with. A great book on Podcasting, I would recommend this to everyone.

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Evo & Tee write the Podcasting Gospel November 18, 2005

By Scott C. Sigler

Format:Paperback

There is little doubt that Evo Terra and Tee Morris are experts in the podcasting field. Both of them were early pioneers in the field, and have literally taught thousands of people how to podcast before this book ever hit the shelves. If you can only buy one Podcasting book, this is the one.

18 of 21 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Not What I Expected March 8, 2007

By E. Mason

Format:Paperback

If you are looking for a content and organization guide to start a podcast, then this is the book for you. If you, like me need technical information on the act of podcasting then there are better choices. There is some information on recording and posting, but the book spends the vast majority of it's time on things like structuring your podcast and reaching a wide audience.

16 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars When you need a little help.... January 6, 2006

By P. J. Ballantine

Format:Paperback

.... with podcasting this is the book that you need! It covers all those questions I had as a new podcaster; all the technical things, like hardware, all the software, and all the polishing techniques.

With this in hand I feel much more confident.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The first book to read about podcasting December 24, 2006

By Timothy T. Sullivan

Format:Paperback

If you are curious about podcasting, this is the first book to read. Why? Because Tee Morris and Evo Terra do such a great job of explaining this "new media" phenomenon in simple, easy to understand language, step by step, until you have a solid base of knowledge that you can put to practical use. And they don't steer away from some of the tougher subjects, either -- the section on the usually confounding aspects of RSS feeds, an essential podcasting technology, is one of the most clearly written articles I've ever read on this subject. I've put many of the recommendations in this book into practice on several business podcasts that I've produced over the last few months, and all to very good effect. This book is extremely well organized, with an excellent index and table of contents, annotated references, and many side articles full of useful insights and advice. Highly recommended reading for any aspiring podcaster.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars It's All In Here! February 7, 2007

By Elaine Robinson

Format:Paperback

The Dummies series of books take complex subjects and breaks them into easily understandable sections. These books never seem to disappoint and you won't be with "Podcasting For Dummies". With the explosion of internet blogging, people also began to use audio to get their content online. Listeners only need a computer and a broadband connection to hear what you have to say.

This book is for both podcasters and for those who listen to podcasts. If you want to create your own podcasts, the information in the book will take you to that point and beyond. You can record, produce and host your own podcast.

I knew nothing about creating podcasts and that's why I got the book. Besides a little history of podcasting, the book walks you through (and holds your hand) on how to select the right microphone, any needed peripherals and finding a host. I like the icons that highlight special portions of the chapters. There are icons for warnings, technical stuff, tips and things to remember. The book goes through the different types of podcasts and how to make them successful. You are guided through why it is good to have a script, methods of recording, sound checks, pacing, editing, file size compression, and also touches a bit about copyright rules.

Once you have made a podcast, you will need to know how to upload it to a server. Once there, you need to learn how to publicize and draw in listeners. There's also information on how to gain listener feedback, whether it be via your blog, discussion groups at Google or Yahoo or finding other free online forums. If you want to know how to advertise your podcast for free, it is also included in this book....

Even if you only plan to listen to podcasts and not create them, you will gain a better understanding of how to do it more efficiently. The book is an easy read and you learn whether you start at the beginning or go directly to a specific subject. There are also many helpful screenshots sprinkled throughout the book.

Podcasts are exciting in that you can find them on many specific subjects or a niche market if you will. Broadcast radio has to appeal to a large audience and also make money. You can also make money if you obtain advertisers interested in your subject and audience or through subscribers donations or subscriptions. Podcasts can be on any subject you are passionate about. One can entertain or educate. [...]

The co-authors Tee Morris and Evo Terra compliment each other as they have their interest in podcasting in common but their personalities seem so different. [...] Read more ›

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Podcasting 101 Book August 2, 2012

By David Jackson

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

As the man behind the School of Podcasting and author of the book More Podcast Money: Turn Your Passion into Profits I've read about every book there is to read on Podcasting. When you bring the experience of the authors into the format of a Dummies book you have a winner. This book really helps you avoid the Ready, FIRE, Aim syndrome that many new podcasters fall into. This is one of my favorite books on podcasting.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars All the Essentials March 6, 2010

By C. J. Bockay

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

This book provided a detailed overview of all the essentials of podcasting. Although the book made it clear on several occasions that you don't need to spend a fortune to get started with starting your own podcast, it did make me want to go out an buy better equipment nonetheless.