BSP-030: Pinning Comments on YouTube!!!

00:00 - Intro
01:05 - Why I Love Podcasting
02:02 - 10,000 Subscribers
03:30 - My fundraiser
04:45 - Switching from iOS to Android
09:04 - YOU CAN PIN COMMENTS ON YOUTUBE!!!
11:18 - The Trace (Apple TV Game)
12:30 - David Cross Stand Up Special
13:30 - Above & Beyond - Group Therapy
16:50 - Twitter Story
19:06 - Steel Series Apple TV Gaming Controller
20:41 - Zoom U44 Interface
23:16 - iPhone Interfaces & Live Streaming!!!
27:15 - Throwback to Podcastage Podcast!!!

Episode 30 of the BSP is Live. On this episode, I talk about how grateful I am for the podcastage youtube channel. Then I discuss my predicament when it comes to switching from iOS to Android.

Then I talk about some HUGE news about being able to pin comments on youtube. This will have a big impact on how interacting on review/tech videos is done and hopefully improve the overall conversation.

Then I talk about a new apple tv video game I played and absolutely loved, followed by a mention of a brand new stand up special that I thought was funny, and then talk in depth about one of my favorite electronic albums of all time.

As far as what I have been testing, I talk about the steel series apple tv gaming controller. I briefly talk about the Zoom U44 Interface. Lastly, I talk about some iPhone interfaces that I have tested for live streaming. The final piece of this episode is a throwback to the 4th podcast I released in 2015 (Podcastage Episode 004).

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BSP-029: How to Grow Your YouTube Channel

00:00 - Intro
01:25 - Embarrassing Story
04:03 - Travel Podcast Setup
08:19 - Verizon Acquires Yahoo
11:40 - Tesla Phase Deux
16:20 - Show and Tell
17:17 - Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt
18:12 - Descendents Hypercaffium Spazzinate
19:45 - Facebook Live & OBS
21:35 - How to grow your YouTube Channel
29:40 - Outro

On episode 29, I am back in my studio so there is no more creepy quiet talking. I share an embarrassing story about my recent trip as well my travel podcasting set up and how I think it performed.

I briefly discuss two pieces of news regarding the Yahoo acquisition, followed by Elon Musks announcement of Phase 2 of the Tesla plan. Then I share a new album that I love and a TV show that I just discovered and can’t stop watching.

Lastly, I talk about my experience with Facebook live and OBS, and end the podcast sharing my thoughts on how you can grow your youtube channel.

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BSP-028: What Inspired Me to YouTube

00:00 - Intro
00:24 - Disclaimer
02:00 - How do you deal with YouTube Hate?
05:40 - Cloud backup update
07:00 - Why do internet conversations devolve into screaming matches?
12:13 - Twitter Verification
13:34 - Small YouTuber Strikes
14:15 - When should you use a mic stand instead of a boom arm?
15:35 - Most comfortable headphones I’ve used
16:45 - Cheap vs. Expensive gear when testing the waters
18:45 - What Inspired Me to Start YouTubing
23:45 - Outro

On episode 28 of the BSP, the audio quality is not at the usual standard, but I didn’t want to miss another episode. I received a question that from viewer HighlyFictional that I thought was important to answer; "how do you deal with youtube hate?”.

I also share my ideas (with help from veritiasium) why I think internet conversations typically devolve into nothing more than screaming matches. I shortly cover some small news stories and then answer a few more listener questions.

Lastly, I briefly discuss what inspired me to begin creating youtube videos and ultimately what inspired me to begin making microphone review videos.

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BSP-027: YouTube Drama

00:00 - Intro
01:13 - Shoutout?
01:30 - Giving Up Sugar
02:55 - Murdered At The Door
04:37 - YouTube Drama
08:50 - New NES
11:13 - New Han Solo
12:20 - Jupiters New Satellite
13:05 - Stranger Things
15:20 - I Love the 80’s
17:35 - FitBit Customer Service
19:10 - Favorite Mic in your Collection?
20:56 - What’s a good audio interface?
22:05 - What’s most important in reducing hiss?
24:10 - Low Budget Studio?
29:21 - Outro

On today's episode of BSP, I talk about a new lifestyle I will be embarking on, and it requires your help. I talk about my thoughts on all the youtube drama going, what I think is causing it, and how I think it can be avoided.

For news, I briefly talk about the new NES, and Han Solo, and then I talk about an amazing new TV show titled "Stranger Things" which is available on Netflix. I then share my experience with FitBit's customer service department.

Then I go into the questions which include my favorite mic, good audio interface, reducing hiss/line noise, and a complete low budget studio.

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BSP-026: How I Make Money on YouTube

00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Why I Missed Last Weeks Episode
02:25 - How I Make Money on Youtube (Full Disclosure)
10:11 - New Podcast?
11:45 - Self Driving Death!
13:38 - New Nasa Rocket
14:27 - Apple Buying Tidal?
17:08 - Show & Tell
17:50 - TV/Movies/YouTube of the Week
18:55 - Blink 182 California
20:19 - Magpul  iPhone Case
21:00 - FitBit Fail
21:33 - How to Differentiate Your Podcast / YouTube Channel
21:35 - Tech (Reliable Gear)
26:08 - Content
31:30 - Outro

On episode 26 of The Bandrew Says Podcast, I briefly discuss why I missed last week’s episode and why I did not announce it prior to missing it. I then talk about plans for a new podcast I will be launching. If you don’t hear anything else about this show, Hound me on twitter to keep me motivated.

Then I talk about about some Apple, Nasa, and Tesla News, as well as give my thoughts on a youtube channel and the new Blink-182 Record. I briefly discuss a new iPhone case I’m testing, and some problems I have with my fit bit.

Lastly, I cover very basic ways to differentiate your podcast and youtube channel. I briefly discuss some information about tech used in your podcast, and then discuss a few ways to differentiate your content. I may revisit this topic on a later podcast.

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BSP-025: Being Authentic on Youtube & Podcasts

00:00 - Intro
01:27 - How You Helped Me last Week!
03:17 - Apple Dictation Tool
05:01 - Brexit
06:05 - New Amazon Kindle
06:55 - New Nasa App
08:02 - YouTube New
12:17 - Bit Torrent App
13:50 - Show & Tell X-Files
16:11 - Every Day Carry Stuff
20:23 - UFOs & Freaking Aliens
23:30 - Feed the Beast on AMC
25:16 - Music Recommendation
25:36 - Automatic
28:02 - Zenni Optical
30:20 - Why You Should Be Authentic on Youtube & Podcasts
39:04 - Outro

On this episode of BSP, I cover a LOT of topics ranging from the awesome advice you guys gave last week, to advice about being genuine on your youtube channel or podcast. There are also brief discussions of a BUNCH of youtube news, a new NASA app, and even a new BitTorrent app for iOS, Android, and Apple TV.

For what I have been testing, I briefly discuss what Automatic is and how I like, and then I talk about Zenni Optical, which is a super cheap glasses company that you can order online!

As stated, the main topic is why you should be genuine on youtube or your podcast. Since day one on YouTube, I have seen people copying formats and personalities of those who have been successful and then questioning why they in turn are not also successful. Hopefully you can get some information from this.

BSP-024: I'm Burnt Out on Youtube

00:00 - Intro
01:11 - Burnt Out on Youtube
12:40 - Prepping
22:31 - Lighting
26: 05 - Outro

On today's episode of The Bandrew Says Podcast, I avoid talking too much about tech in order to vent some frustrations and explain my current obsession.

I begin by explaining why I am burnt out on youtube, and possible solutions that I have for resolving this issue. Then I speak about my current obsession with prepping for disasters as well as my love for the outdoors. And lastly I briefly talk about new lighting for my videos.

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BSP-023: Sleep Less, Do More, Have Fun - Phoenix Comic Con

On episode 23 of The BSP, I record the entire podcast with a different microphone. I also discuss the reasoning behind it and ask for your feedback. Then I share something with you that changed my life and hope that it can change your life for the better as well.

Following this, we discuss the Phoenix Comic con, and the jump right into some news and a very brief discussion of what I've been testing and what I will discuss in the future. I did not answer any questions today.

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00:00 - Intro
01:00 - Recording with a Different Mic!?
01:35 - Sleep Less, Do More, Have Fun!
04:10 - Phoenix Comic Con
10:47 - Do You Even Podcast Panel
12:16 - Learning from my Mistake
13:30 - News Intro
14:03 - John Oliver News
15:53 - Midroll Media Purchase
17:05 - MUSIC OF THE WEEK!!!!
17:55 - What I’ve Been Testing
18:35 - Outro

BSP-022: Dynamic vs. Condenser Mics & How to Improve Your Audio

On episode 22, I talk about running into a crazy hippy in the desert, as well as how incredibly stressed and busy I have been the last few weeks. 

Then as the main topic, I discuss one of the most frequently asked questions, the difference between dynamic and condenser microphones, and then what are some of the best ways to improve your audio quality that most people don't do.

On this episode, I answered questions provided by ZacIsDolan, Super Sapp, Ahmet Kahraman, NerdCharacter, and Jay Snippety.

On episode 22, I talk about running into a crazy hippy in the desert, as well as how incredibly stressed and busy I have been the last few weeks.

Then as the main topic, I discuss one of the most frequently asked questions, the difference between dynamic and condenser microphones, and then what are some of the best ways to improve your audio quality that most people don't do.

On this episode, I answered questions provided by ZacIsDolan, Super Sapp, Ahmet Kahraman, NerdCharacter, and Jay Snippety.

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00:00 - Intro
00:50 - Stressed Out
08:58 - Comedy Bang! Bang! Tv Show is BACK!
10:27 - Podcast Recommendations
QUESTIONS
11:11 - ZacisDolan-Road to 50 Subs: Why did my old mic pick up radio waves?
12:03 - Super Sapp: How mandatory in your opinion is it to get audio treatment? Does it effect the sound a lot?
14:52 - Ahmet Kahraman: How you buy lots of microphones
20:25 - NerdCharacter: What is the difference between dynamic mics and condenser?
25:25 - JaySnippety:  What are some of the simplest ways to improve audio that most people don’t do?
31:45 - Outro

BSP-021: New Pebble Watches

On this episode of BSP, I am once again, not prepared. Again, I think I have pretty good reasoning though. I should one day be back on top of my schedule and have enough time to get around to making a well planned podcast.

I talk briefly about some announcements, and then discuss the three new products from Pebble that are currently available for preorder on Kickstarter. There's talk about Lady Dynamite (netflix) and Hidden America (seeso), a few bands, and Justin Bieber being Sued.

Lastly, I answer questions from CJS Games, HydrexFX, THomas McCarthy, Roemson, _JMS_, EdwardBerry, Get Rikt, LinkGaming267, Andrew Danis, Starmate, & TurtleGamer82.

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00:00 - Intro
01:03 - Busy Day
03:09 - Phoenix Comic Con Announcement
04:08 - Podcastage One Year Anniversary
05:30 - iTunes Review Shoutouts
06:45 - Pebble News
10:33 - Twitter Changes
10:43 - Lady Dynamite
12:40 - Hidden America
13:38 - Movies
14:26 - Artica
16:42 - Anamanaguchi
17:40 - Justin Beiber Law Suit
19:43 - New Keyboard
QUESTIONS
20:20 - CJS Games - What do you Record with? What was your inspiration for podcasting?
23:16 - HydrexFX - When did you get into podcasting?
23:58 - Thomas McCarthy - How does a giraffe have a baby?
24:52 - Roemson - Do you have an Idol? Do you think gaming is a waste of time?
26:43 - _JMS_ - What is your favorite studio album by RUSH?
28:22 - EdwardBerry - How & When did you get involved with audio gear? Do you listen to rap music? Do you drink beer and if so what’s your preferred beer?
30:25 - Get Rikt - Favorite Mic You’ve Reviewed?
31:26 - LinkGaming267 - Most favorite & Least Favorite mic reviewed?
32:50 - Andrew Danis - When recording your podcast do you run any compression on the way in? Also what settings do you run on the SM7b? Do you run it flat?
34:40 - Starmate - How can your mic sound so good and when I see another review of the same mic, it sounds like shit?
37:42 - TurtleGamer82 - Why do headset microphones often suck?
40:05 - Outro

BSP-020: Let's Talk Guitars & Music

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On today's episode, we don't really have a main topic, but we do discuss a lot. First, I talk about why I was not fully prepared for this episode of the podcast. Then I share my thoughts and ideas on Freebooting. 

For news, I discuss a new X-Files comic and then discuss Outcast (Robert Kirkman), A New Wave of Violence (by Head Wound City), and briefly discuss Fidlar & Die Antwoord. I have been testing out the G-Board for iOS, and I briefly share my thoughts about that, and then finally we get into questions from AdrianL, GWLEdits, Παναγιώτης Συσκάκης, ST Graves, Sticky_Keys, Flaws23, and Mika K.

X-Files Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8ABKzr5L-lk
Rick & Morty Song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u13NrlpfAeM

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BSP-019: Choosing the Right Mic for YouTubing / Podcasting / Gaming

00:00 - Intro
00:36 - Hateful YouTube Comments
07:57 - Canon DSLR Mic
09:56 - Hyperloop Test
12:15 - Lost Mayan City
14:52 - Allie Goertz - Sad Dance Songs
15:32 - Doom & Diablo 3
17:37 - Howl.FM Podcast App
21:38 - Podcast Questions
33:49 - Choosing The Right Mic for YouTube / Podcasting / Gaming
45:06 - Outro

On this episode of The BSP, there is discussion of a few youtube comments that I believe warranted a deeper discussion. There is talk of Canon Camera, Hyper Loop, and Lost City news. For the music of the week, I talk very briefly about Sad Dance Songs by Allie Goertz.

I talk about my experiences with the new DOOM as well as Diablo 3, and then share my thoughts on the Howl.FM Podcasting App. 

For podcast questions, I answer questions from @EHVV666, @Benjamin Ewald, Jake Grainger, AnaReeceWeston, Leowyx, Toast n Beans, and Aziz Bettaieb.

And lastly, I talk about how to choose the right mic for your youtube channel, your podcast or for gaming. 

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BSP-018: How to Start a Podcast

00:00 - Intro
00:42 - Stay True to Your Audience
06:13 - News: SpaceX
07:20 - News: Streaming Cable (YouTube Unplugged, Hulu Live)
10:34 - TV / Movies of the Week
12:09 - Brief Unofficial History of From First To Last
18:48 - What I’ve Been Testing?
19:11 - Podcast Questions
25:05 - How to Start Your Own Podcast
35:25 - Outro

Todays main topic of the BSP is how to start your own podcast. I walk you through the steps from the Inception of the idea all the way through publishing. It is not the most thorough or in depth explanation at all levels, but it will get you started.

The other main feature is an unofficial history of the band From First To Last. This was brought on because Matt Good, the guitarist, and only original member posted a picture saying that he was writing new music for new FFTL!

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BSP-017: Why Are Actors Paid So Much?

00:00 - Intro
00:32 - Business Communication Etiquette
04:31 - Apple’s Quarterly Earnings
07:06 - SpaceX Mars Mission
14:03 - Silicon Valley
16:36 - Crash Plan
18:20 - Fitbit Charge
20:05 - Why Are Actors Paid So Much!?
30:32 - Outro

On todays episode of The Bandrew Says Podcast, I tell you what I believe to proper business communication etiquette, and then discuss the current financial goings on of Apple followed by some AMAZING new from SpaceX.

I talk about Silicon Valley, testing an online backup service, testing the FitBit Charge, and then finally I discuss the justification behind actor's high wage.

BSP-016: Why You Should Pay Artists For Their Work

00:00 - Intro
01:20 - Cable Service Providers
06:45 - Google Play Podcast
11:17 - Last Week Tonight with John Oliver
14:04 - The Faint - Wet From Birth
16:13 - Positive Grid BIAS Amp
22:25 - Paying Artists For Their Work
33:24 - Outro

On todays episode, I share a story with you about how I got screwed back into cable, and then discuss the launch of podcasts in the google play store and what I hope is int the future for this app.

I then recommend some TV & MUSIC, and share my thoughts on an amp simulator plugin I have been trying, called: Positive Grid BIAS Amp. Lastly I talk about the age old nonsense about paying artists for their work. It's insane that I need to make this discussion, but I still hear about people asking for free art.

BSP-015: Multi Channel Networks and YouTube Channel Growth

On episode 15 of The Bandrew Says Podcast, we experience a new theme song? But more than that we discuss a new cable company known as Layer 3 / UMIO. We also analyze the music of MUSE and explain why they are one of the greatest bands of our generation.

We talk about an awesome android app to consume your podcasts on, and then we get into the body of the topic. We look at what Multichannel Networks promise you, and why they care completely worthless. And lastly we discuss slow growth of youtube channels, and why that's beneficial to your community.

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BSP-014: How I Got Into Music & Recording

On episode 14 of The Bandrew Says Podcast, we take a little bit of a detour from the regularly scheduled topics. Due to popular request, Bandrew is sharing a little bit more about himself with you guys, telling you how he got into music/recording.

Before that, there is a discussion about the SpaceX Falcon 9 landing, and what that means and why Indiana Jones & The Kingdom of the Crystal Skull is not as bad as you remember. Bandrew also talks about his first impressions of the Nexus 5x as well as Android & why podcasting is not big on Android.

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BSP-013: XLR vs USB Microphones, Which Should You Buy?

On this episode of The Bandrew Says Podcast, Bandrew clears some more air regarding YouTube comments.

He talks about testing out YouTube red and the value that he found in spending $9.99 for a service that used to be free. There's also a brief overview of the latest Apple Event (iPad Pro 9.7", iPhone SE, iOS 9.3, Apple TV). And lastly there is discussion of which type of microphone is right for you; a USB microphone or an XLR microphone.

BSP-012: How to Outline, Script & Edit for Youtube

On episode 12 Bandrew clears the air about giving away free microphones to Podcastage viewers, Talks about a comic book that everyone needs to read, discusses his gratitude for The Mythbusters, gets excited for The last man on earth, shares his thoughts about a few audio recording apps, spotify, and then discusses how he outlines, scripts, & edits for youtube.

BSP-011: Chromebooks, Microphones, Phantom Power & Soundcards

On Ep. 11 Bandrew talks about new Podcastage projects, Helping Friends, Music you should check out, The X-Files, talks about his experience with the Acer Chromebook 11, and then talks about different types of microphones mixed with USB soundcards and phantom power supplies.