The document provides an overview of podcasting, including its definition as on-demand audio and its three main types: expert readings, interviews, and group discussions. It outlines the necessary equipment, the steps for producing a podcast (recording, editing, and publishing), and highlights the importance of quality content. Additionally, it mentions specific software options for editing and publishing along with website details for further information.

1. Multimedia 101 Podcasting Presented by Ian Griffin Executive Communications

2. What is a Podcast? On-demand ‘syndicated’ audio (RSS feed) “ TIVO for your ears” Three main types of podcast The expert (or author) reading into the microphone Interviews (on the phone or in person) Groups (classes, seminars)

3. What kind of equipment? Digital Tape recorder Optional: Microphone Telephone adapter Computer software Audacity, Sony Soundforge, Garage Band Publishing option Podpress, BlogTalk Radio, Hipcast

4. 3 Steps to Produce Your Own Podcast Recording Editing Publishing

5. Step One: Recording “ Content is King” Keep it natural Script only if you are the solo expert Prep the interviewee Keep the recorder running – edit later Ask follow-up questions

6. Step Two: Editing Download audio to PC via USB port Consider intro/outtro music Example - Audacity:

7. Step 3: Publishing (For Wordpress/Podpress) Upload audio file to your web server Create blog entry and include file Verify playback On iTunes within the hour – automagically!

8. Contact Information Ian Griffin Executive Communications i [email_address] http://www.exec-comms.com/blog/category/podcasts