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vrbpodcast Episode 7


How do I setup my podcast?


Let's start with the hardware I'm using:
  • Laptop - HP mini and sometimes Dell Inspiron
  • USB audio interface - Guitar Rig Session IO
  • Microphone - Shure C606
  • Mixer - Behringer Xenyx 1002FX
Software:
- EnergyXT or Audacity
Download and install LAME.exe for MP3 format
Rename ID3 tag on Winamp from Filename, author/artist, copyright year and even title for album.
Alternatively, you can use Soundcloud by downloading the app on your iPhone, iPad or Android. This can serve as your podcast.  Also on upgraded version of EnergyXT you can directly save and upload your recording to Soundcloud.

Sites:
  • Blogger for your Blog
  • Feedburner for the RSS feed
  • MP3 server - Fileden (Direct URL of MP3)
  • Social Media - promote your podcast i.e. Facebook, Twitter, etc.
Start recording now using EnergyXT, Soundcloud, Audacity or any MP3 device which has voice recorder and upload you files.

Kindly, subscribe, leave comments and suggestions or if you have some questions don't hesitate to ask.

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