Podcasting

• The word “Podcasting” came derived from the combination of the words, iPod and broadcasting.

• Podcasting is distinct from other types of online media delivery because of its subscription model, which uses the RSS 2.0 XML format to deliver an enclosed file. Podcasting enables independent producers to create self-published, syndicated "radio shows," and gives broadcast radio programs a new distribution method. Listeners may subscribe to feeds using iTunes 4.9 or iPodder.org, which will periodically check for and download new content automatically. You can use iTunes 4.9 to automatically update your favorite podcasts to your iPod. Any digital music player or computer with audio-playing software can play podcasts.

How to make a Podcast

Requirements:

1) An Apple Computer

2) A microphone (iBook, Powerbook and iMac have built-in microphones)

3) GarageBand

4) iTunes

What to do:

1) Plan out your podcast, ex: figure out what you want it to be about and what your message is. Content is key!

2) Record your show using Garageband's recording feature

3) Optional: Add intro and outro music using the built-in Garageband loops, or add clips of your favorite mp3

4) Use Garageband to "Export to iTunes"

5) Upload onto a website, for people to download.

6) If your webpage has an RSS Fees, Use iTunes 4.9 to publish your Podcast.

• If you are creating your own podcast series you will want to check out the Podshow Podsafe Music Network. By doing this you can use music of some unisgned artists made available through the Podshow! Just tell the artist when it was played, give them a shout out and your good to go!!

AppleCorps has created a document devoted to Podcasting in Education. Download it here