In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of a good old fashioned microphone shootout—this time, it’s all about wireless lavalier mics! I (quickly) run through a lineup of wireless lavalier microphones including the DJI Mic Mini, Hollyland Lark M2, Rode Wireless Micro, Rode Wireless Go, and Shure Move Mic. Not only do I compare how they sound right out of the box, but I also show how a little post production can level the playing field between even budget and premium options. If you’ve ever wondered whether it matters which one you pick, you’ll definitely want to listen.
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The Weight Of Adding Video - The First Look at Apple HLS
The second big theme of today’s show is the pressure, and potential pitfalls, of adding video to your podcasting workflow. I break down what’s happening with Apple HLS video, what hosts like Captivate are charging, and why you need to seriously consider the “weight” video adds before taking the plunge.
Getting Your Edited Audio To People In Apple - You Can't (If you add video)
Can you maintain your audio quality? Should you be editing audio and video together, or keeping them separate? I also share some spot-on advice from Elsie Escobar about only adding video if it makes sense for your goals—not because you feel FOMO or outside pressure.
Whether you’re mic shopping, contemplating a shift to video, or just want a sanity check on your podcasting process, this episode is for you. Enjoy!
Gear Mentioned In This Episode
DJI Mic Mini
Shure Movemic
Hollyland Lark M2
Rode Wireless Go 3
Rode Wireless Micro
DJI Mic 2
Captivate Media Hosting
Other Items
Ecamm Video Software
Streamdeck
Accentize Plugins (DeRoom, Revive)
USB-C extenders
Blue Ocean Strategy Book
The 22 Immutable Laws of Marketing (specifically, the "Law of Category" chapter)
The Audacity to Podcast
1000 True Fans by Kevin Kelley
Captivate Webinar on Apple HLS Implementation
New Media Show Rob Greenlee with Sharon Taylor
Media Roundtable with Dan Granger, Tim Ferriss (Entrepreneur & Host, The Tim Ferriss Show) and Dr. Laurie Santos
WordPress Plugins Compromised
Monica Rivera on Episode 613
Zoom Handyrecorder App
David Draiman | The Magnificent Others with Billy Corgan
Transistor Media Hosting
Buzzsprout Media Hosting
Justin Jackson Apple Podcasts Demo
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