Podcast Method

Dan Benjamin
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Podcast veteran Dan Benjamin answers your questions about podcasting and recording, audio and video equipment, software, mic technique, pre- and post-production, workflows, and more.

  1. 09/09/2020

    Episode 31: A Quick Status Update!

    I'm still making Podcast Method ... now on YouTube.

    2 min

  2. 03/16/2020

    Episode 30: Podcasting from Home

    Dan talks about the best microphone for recording at home, presidential mics, Zencastr, post processing (compression, normalization, and EQ), and your questions.

    56 min

  3. 03/07/2020

    Episode 29: Recording Fort

    Dan talks about the best ways to record a podcast with remote guests, route and record multiple audio sources with software, podcast industry statistics, niche podcasts, my current recording gear, and my favorite mic. Please support this sponsorless podcast on Patreon. I need your support to continue producing this program.

    1h 7m

  4. 02/19/2020

    Episode 28: Born In The Halls

    Dan talks about the Podcast Academy Awards, the podcast gold rush, new mics from Rode, transcription services, in-browser recording and editing, and your questions.

    57 min

  5. 02/14/2020

    Episode 27: Waking Up

    Dan talks about Spotify and The Ringer, rising podcast revenue, the size of podcast audiences, Chartable and IAB, SiriusXM and SoundCloud, Audio Hijack, travel USB/XLR mics, 4-input audio interfaces, and listener questions! Please support the show on Patreon! (https://patreon.com/podcastmethod)

    52 min

  6. 03/30/2017

    Episode 26: One Take

    Dan talks about podcast networks (and the evolution of 5by5), and answers listener questions about how sponsorships really work and what sponsors want (guaranteed numbers, CPM, ROI), audience engagement, Skype vs. double-enders, building audience, and finding inspiration. Links for this episode: CPM Calculator ~ brought to you by BuySellAds ~ 5by5 | Unwound Call Recorder for Skype - The Skype Audio/Video HD Call Recording Solution for Mac - Ecamm Network Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code PODCASTMETHOD to get 10% off your first purchase).

    43 min

  7. 03/08/2017

    Episode 25: Stand Up

    Dan talks about improving sound quality, motivation, mute switches, how and when to end a show, syncing audio and video, and more. Links for this episode: Amazon.com: Pro Co Sound CDSS Short Stop Mute Box: Musical Instruments Mute My Mic Amazon.com: Rode NTG1 Condenser Shotgun Microphone: Musical Instruments Amazon.com: Andoer Acrylic Clapboard Dry Erase Director Film Movie Clapper Board Slate 9.6 * 11.7" with Color Sticks: Electronics Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code PODCASTMETHOD to get 10% off your first purchase).

    42 min

  8. 02/13/2017

    Episode 24: Get Pumped

    Dan talks about staying organized, working with a co-host, commitment, live streaming, sound dampening, budget friendly live call-in solutions, New & Noteworthy, iPhone/iPad recording solutions, and transcripts. Links for this episode: Amazon.com: Apogee MiC 96k Professional Quality Microphone for iPad, iPhone, and Mac: Musical Instruments Amazon.com: 3 Meter iPad/iPhone Lightning cable for JAM and MiC: Musical Instruments The Apogee MiC: Hands-On Review - YouTube IKEA PS 2017 Room divider - IKEA Icecast Rogue Amoeba | Nicecast: Your Own Internet Radio Station 2GB Ram for $10/mo - Linode JK Audio Broadcast Host Desktop Digital Hybrid HOST B&H Photo Brought to you by: Squarespace (Start your free trial site today, at Squarespace.com and when you sign up make sure to use the offer code PODCASTMETHOD to get 10% off your first purchase).

    37 min
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About

Podcast veteran Dan Benjamin answers your questions about podcasting and recording, audio and video equipment, software, mic technique, pre- and post-production, workflows, and more.

Information

  • Creator
    Dan Benjamin
  • Years Active
    2014 - 2020
  • Episodes
    31
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2025 Dan Benjamin
  • Show Website
    Podcast Method

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