Phoenix Real Estate Guy Does Podcasting

by Jay Thompson on October 16, 2008 · Comments

in Blogging / Social Networking

Podcasting. I been invited to participate on several, and it’s always a blast. But I’ve never been on the production side of it. Always the podcastee, never the podcastor.

There are really two reasons for that. One, I don’t know diddly squat about producing a podcast. And honestly, up until a short time ago, I didn’t really see the point.

Recently though, I’ve found myself listening to more and more podcasts. They allow me to do two things at once as I can listen while I read, write, drive or ponder the meaning of life.

I don’t really see much use of podcasting in the real estate space. Those that tend to teach and train seem to use them well. Agents and brokers, not-so-much. Maybe that’s because there isn’t really an application for them on a “traditional” real estate blog.

But maybe there is….

And there is really only one way to find out.

So I’ve been poking around, looking for how to do this podcasting thing. Seems the logical first step is to find a way to record audio. Enter Audacity. Open Source (and you know I love free software) and apparently very powerful audio capture and editing software.  I haven’t even touched the capability of this thing yet, but I was able to record a very short audio file and even lay some Jimmy Buffet on a background track.

Next steps are figuring out how to record a conversation with two (or more) people. I’m thinking Skype would work? Who knows. Obviously there are ways. I don’t have to go far to learn more. Phoenix is home to a lot of really bright, progressive podcast types. Just last week I met Evo Terra who wrote the book on podcasting. I mean literally wrote the book. Evo and his wife Shelia Dee are part of the gang organizing PodCampAZ and are terrific people, even if they are Sooner fans. (Hey, how ’bout those Longhorns!)

So here folks, is the first “podcast” on Phoenix Real Estate Guy. It’ll get better, trust me. The tech skills will come. Now I just need to figure out the best way to apply this to the real estate space. I have ideas. . .

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  • Re: "They allow me to do two things at once as I can listen while I read, write, drive or ponder the meaning of life."

    Well Jay, I think I've discovered the secret of life...
    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2k1uOqRb0HU

    <abbr></abbr><abbr>Ricardo Bueno´s last blog post..Social Media Starter Steps for Real Estate</abbr>
  • Your first podcast, my first video comment... {seesmic_video:{"url_thumbnail":{"value":"http://t.seesmic.com/thumbnail/w0TFOlvDVQ_th1.jpg"}"title":{"value":"Your first podcast, my first video comment... "}"videoUri":{"value":"http://www.seesmic.com/video/Rlu6aIl55e"}}}
  • Jay:

    Wow. 1st time out of the box and you have Buffett on the assist! Nice job and your sound quality was great.

    Have you considered breaking up your pricing or marketing presentation into 2-3 minute podcasts that you can use as long-term core reference points here? Maybe even do them in a Q&A format ...?

    Keep up the great work, I keep coming back because you maintain a great blog.

    <abbr></abbr><abbr>Joe Manausa - Tallahassee Real Estate´s last blog post..Tallahassee Housing Supply - By The Numbers</abbr>
  • Jumping on board I see! Skype works best with a quality mic, however three way calling on a land line will do! Beware, there is a copyright on music and some music just can't be used. Good Sound, have fun!

    <abbr></abbr><abbr>Candace Robinson´s last blog post..Great Mortgage Programs Still Available For Phoenix Homes!</abbr>
  • Smart of you using Audacity. It's a great open source application that many, many podcasters use. Garage Band is the other, but I'm a fan of Audacity.

    Less smart of you using licensed music. Sure, it's only a test. But the RIAA is rather sue-happy. Check out Magnatune for a pile of "podsafe" musicians who are happy to let you use their music in your show, provided you give them credit and a few other easy rules to follow.

    Getting others can be accomplished in several ways. You can use the Gangplank Studio podcast room if you want to do face-to-face. You can install Skype and then capture the audio with Audio Hijack Pro or Pamela. Or do a "double-ender" where both of you record. You can use Blog Talk Radio. You can use free conference call software. You can use Talk Shoe... lots of ways!

    But you can't come ask me. Nope. I'm done helping Longhorns. ;)

    <abbr></abbr><abbr>Evo Terra´s last blog post..Steal this comic, support DRM-free files</abbr>
  • @Ricardo - I *love* City Slickers*. Great movie. I'd reply to your video comment with a video comment but it's 7:00 in the morning. Trust me, no one should see me now.

    @Joe - Those are great ideas. And thanks for the kind words!

    @Candace - yeah, I'm aware of the music thing (and see the comment below yours). Having just recently had my internet provider spank me for my teenagers downloading movies, you'd think I'd behave better...

    @Evo - But you *did* just help a Longhorn! Thanks for the sites and info. Audacity is wicked cool. Buffett is wicked cool too, but as one whose had my own content ripped off on multiple occasions, and who knows better, I should have looked harder for something "podsafe".

    I still owe you some NAR feedback. Is there a #evfn tonight? I promise I'll leave the Horns attire at home... ;)
  • I'm with Evo - Audacity, Skype and Pamela are great - these are what the internet markets use so they must be good.

    That's the trouble with video, its not as forgiving as the phone when you are not at your best!
  • It is great to see everybody taking advantage of the new technologies! Eventually we will be able to pick and choose any and all of the media we are exposed to. Notwithstanding, it may mean everybody will only be preaching to the choir, and not have as much exposure to new ideas, however ridiculous...
  • Cooper
    You can listen to a podcast and write at the same time? I hate you. :)

    And let me know if you figure out the meaning of life.
  • Jay, FYI, the posting anti-spam thing doesn't work on the iPhone. So sad. This is me trying to recreate a comment I left earlier...

    As I'm still chief pimp-o-matic for CRT (for at least another few weeks) I feel that I would be remiss if I didn't point out that Evo will be speaking at NAR's annual convention in a few weeks. I'm really excited to have such an authority speaking at one of the CRT sessions. I also have a little fan-boy excitement going since I've listened to him for years. For more information you can check out the rundown of CRT's sessions on our blog.

    Jay, I'll have to add you podcast to my phone. I'm looking forward to listening to it. I give you credit for doing something I've been thinking about for 2 years or so. I just haven't made the time nor found a topic I could talk about weekly without boring myself, much less others.

    <abbr></abbr><abbr>Keith T. Garner´s last blog post..NAR is looking for a Social Media Manager. Is it you?</abbr>
  • Jay,

    I poked around Audacity a while back and making audio files, but it was hard to get into. I'm not much into "note to self" type recording your own voice thing. But I think interviewing someone or recording some interesting conversations would be a way to go. Check out Wiggly Wigglers - a UK company which sells Compost Worm Boxes - she has a great podcast. Now if you can do that for worms. I'm sure you can do it for Real Estate. You just have to enjoy it I think!

    <abbr></abbr><abbr>Shailesh Ghimire´s last blog post..Maximizing RSS Feeds</abbr>
  • Here's another source for podsafe music:
    Podsafe Music Network"
  • Good to see you entering the potcasting scene Jay! No doubt you'll produce some quality content.
  • Since a portion of the business plan for my new brokerage involves pretty much sitting back and copying things that you and my other favorite blogger/brokers are doing, I'd better get going on the podcasts.
    I've had Audicity on my laptop for 2 years now and have yet to record my first podcast. What are you doing to capture your voice?

    <abbr></abbr><abbr>Joe Peffer - Delicious Real Estate´s last blog post..Columbus Renters - What if your Landlord isn’t Paying the Mortgage?</abbr>
  • You have really good ideas Jay. Your a clever guy.
  • Cem
  • This podcasting of blog posts is a hoot. How great is that you made your own! Cool. I'll be back for the Podcast tutorial :-)
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