Podcasting For Dummies
by Chuck Tomasi, Evo Terra, Tee Morris
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Author: Chuck Tomasi, Evo Terra, Tee MorrisForeword: Kreg Steppe
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2008-07-28
ISBN: 047027557X
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: For Dummies
Book Reviews of Podcasting For Dummies
Book Review: Decent book, albeit some 'fluff'
Summary: 3 Stars
I suppose as an introduction to getting your feet wet in podcasting, the second edition of this series is a nice starting point for those that need the foundation and background of the subject.
The technical aspects, while good, could have been a little bit better in my opinion, but realizing that this book caters to those assuming they have zero or little experience in the field it's really difficult to judge. There are plenty of fine examples and walk-thru's on various subjects like RSS feeds, FTP posting, exporting files, etc., but most examples didn't get too deep and I had the feeling I was still missing the 'nitty-gritty' in some aspects.
There is talk about various equipment including mixing boards and the various types of microphones and available software, but even now technology changes so fast it's hard for any book to stay current. As one example, the talk about freeware Audacity within these pages is already obsolete, as the current version of the software and add-on's have already progressed to the next incremental versions.
Other topics include what to look for in hosting companies, how much bandwidth is needed, and configurations for things such as Skype, adding music intros, etc. The authors cover some good subjects that you might not really think of at first, or explore them in slightly broader terms that give pause...all good.
My biggest issue with the book however was a few chapters dedicated to what I consider 'fluff'. While some may enjoy chapters on 'How to Interview', and 'How to craft your subject matter and questions' may be nice, I think they are better served in a journalism 'How to' book instead of 'podcasting'. I bought the book to learn the technical aspects of the hobby, not how to conduct or hone my writing skills. There were at least 3-4 chapters within the book that deal with these types of topics and have nothing to do with podcasting one could argue....they have more to do with elementary English classes.
That's not to say this book should be overlooked. There is plenty of solid information contained within, and for the price, it's hard to go wrong, but unless you are very technically challenged, you might find some of the content a bit light in areas.
Summary of Podcasting For Dummies
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
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