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Evolution of Recording Technology

Christmas Memories and Gear Hoarding

Podcast Equipment and Upgrades

Standardizing Podcast Setups

Microphone Preferences and Sound Quality

Portable Podcast Setups

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(Cont.) Live Translations and Subtitles

Podcast Gear and Content Quality

Technical Difficulties and Podcasting Challenges

Handling Unresponsive Guests

Dealing with Bad Audio

The Importance of Pre-Interview Preparation

AI and Future of Audio Editing

Our Awesome Supporters

The School of Podcasting

SEO and Marketing Strategies

Listener Engagement and Feedback

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Send us feedback/questions via TextIn this episode of Ask the Podcast Coach, Dave Jackson and Jim Cullison tackle the myth that upgrading your podcasting gear will magically increase your downloads. From discussing the right moments to invest in new technology to managing the dreaded 'bad audio,' this episode is packed with practical advice and real-world anecdotes. Plus, they dive into the intricacies of live translations, SEO skepticism, and the evolving landscape of podcast tools. Tune in ...

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