Make your conference better with a podcast - #117
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Are you part of a group that has a conference every year? Some of those groups have membership fees just to be a part of the group. And then the conference is an additional cost on top of that. That's fine, I guess. But I've noticed that some of those groups seem to only exist for the sake of the annual conference. And it's made me wonder: What's the benefit of paying for membership when the only thing offered is the conference, which I have to pay extra for in order to attend? I want to show you how a podcast can increase the value of membership, even if the...
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Rule 7 in podcasting - #116
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There are four parts to a mobile-friendly message. There's the technical (technology and technique). There is also the communication side (content and presentation). Content is what you say Presentation is how you say it Content and presentation are equally important, especially when making your message mobile with a podcast. That's why there's Rule 7 in podcasting.
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The Great Commission and Mobile Technology - #115
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Remember that story? From the Bible. Jesus told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20) Make disciples When Jesus told his disciples to “go and make disciples of all the nations,” the disciples did just that. The specific way they accomplished that mission varied. They met...
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4 types of noise in your podcast - #114
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Noise interferes with communication. And because podcasting is an act of communication, noise is a problem for podcasters. But sometimes noise can’t be fixed with anything technical. It’s a different kind of problem that needs a different kind of solution. Podcasting is an act of verbal communication There have been many models and diagrams of communication throughout the years, but here it is in its simplest form. You speak. The listener listens. The listener speaks. You listen. However, missing from that simple description of communication is what we call noise. Noise is anything that...
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Rule 6 in podcasting - #113
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On the technical side of podcasting there are two important parts: Technology and technique. 1. Technology is what you use 2. Technique is how you use it Technology and technique are not equal in importance. And that's why there is Rule 6 in podcasting. I'm a podcast editor and podcast consultant. If you have questions about your podcast or need guidance starting one, contact me at or .
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Rule 5 in podcasting - #112
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Your podcast needs editing because of how your audience experiences your show. Here are two edits you need, no matter your editing philosophy. Rule 5 in podcasting OnTheGo.FM Links mentioned in this episode: Segment from On the Media about how NPR edits Details about LUFS, LKFS, and Loudness Normalization Auphonic, the online tool that levels and sets loudness
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What can a podcast ministry do for your church? - #111
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Can your church encourage greater participation and engagement with a podcast ministry? Can you teach your teachers how to teach better with a podcast ministry? Can you provide ministry training with a podcast ministry? Hint: Yes! (All that and more!) A podcast ministry can help your church overcome problems like the lack of engagement from church members, teacher training, and ministry training of all kinds. It can extend your teaching and ministry in ways you’ve never thought about before. Together, let’s explore what’s possible in your church and any ministry you create to serve...
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The new Radio 101 class should teach podcasting - #110
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I believe the best way to prepare broadcast students for the future is by emphasizing how to produce podcasts. If you love talking, telling stories, editing—if you love audio—you've got to learn podcasting!
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Rule 4 in podcasting - #109
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Which microphone should I use? Do I need a mixer? How do I plug two mics into my computer? How do I talk to someone in another part of the world? Before you buy anything, listen to Rule 4. It's all about the technical side of podcasting: Technology and Technique.
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Rule 3 in podcasting - #108
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Making a podcast is more complex than some make it sound. Lots of details. It can be overwhelming, making you wait and wait to start your podcast.
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From the Bible.
Jesus told his disciples, “I have been given all authority in heaven and on earth. Therefore, go and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and the Son and the Holy Spirit. Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you. And be sure of this: I am with you always, even to the end of the age.” (Matthew 28:18-20)
Make disciples
When Jesus told his disciples to “go and make disciples of all the nations,” the disciples did just that. The specific way they accomplished that mission varied.
They met people on the road and in the city. They met in synagogues and houses. They spoke face to face. They wrote letters. They compiled information to document the things Jesus did and said.
As time passed, disciples built churches and cathedrals so they could meet together, sing together, learn together, and encourage each other.
Eventually disciples would use technologies such as the printing press, vinyl records, radio, film, newspapers, audio tape, video tape, television, central heating and cooling, CDs, satellites, magazines, movie theaters, cushioned seats, DVDs, Blu-ray, mp3s, video, and the Internet.
Disciples have a mission: “Teach these new disciples to obey all the commands I have given you.” However, one activity disciples are doing less often is meeting together, singing together, learning together, and encouraging each other.
Another new culture
Culture has changed. Culture is changing. Culture will continue to change.
This world is experiencing massive changes because of exponential technologies. The most obvious example is very close to you right now. It’s that small but powerful computer people never leave home without. It can fit in a pocket, but at this moment most are staring at its screen. Many even talk to their mobile device, and the mobile device talks back.
Over the centuries, disciples have used a variety of technologies to help them accomplish their mission, but mobile technologies such as smartphones are still new enough that we haven’t fully understood their potential to help fulfill the Great Commission. Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and all the social media sites people use are potential avenues to reach the world through mobile technology.
Many churches primarily use social to advertise their services. However, social media pioneer Brady Shearer of Pro Church Tools has developed social strategies that can help churches make disciples and teach the Bible.
But there is another mobile technology that goes far beyond social media “message bites.” Podcasts offer a deeper connection with listeners and have the potential to transform discipleship in your church.
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