Ep 70 Adventures experimenting with Podcasting 2.0, the blockchain and building NaPodPoMo with Jennifer Navarrete
Jan 8, 2024
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Guest Jennifer Navarrete, founder of NaPodPoMo, talks about her journey into podcasting, exploration of blockchain-based social media, and the evolution of Podcasting 2.0. She discusses the interconnections of podcasting, blockchain, and content creation, as well as the positive aspects of building a podcasting community.
Podcasting 2.0 brings back the original spirit of podcasting, emphasizing freedom of expression and innovative features like value-for-value models.
The integration of blockchain technology in podcasting provides creators with ownership, control, and censorship-resistant alternatives.
Engaging in live audio platforms like Twitter Spaces and Clubhouse offers valuable opportunities for audience connection, content experimentation, and confidence-building.
Deep dives
Experimenting with Blockchain and Podcasting
The podcast episode explores the host's journey into the world of blockchain and how it intersects with podcasting. The host delves into their experience of using the blockchain as a host for their podcast episodes, earning cryptocurrency for their content, and the potential value of engaging with the blockchain community. They also share examples of how their family members have embraced blockchain technology, including earning cryptocurrency from their own content creation. The host emphasizes the importance of community and finding a guide when venturing into the blockchain space. They provide resources and advice for those interested in exploring blockchain blogging and podcasting.
Podcasting 2.0: Exploring a New Frontier
The podcast episode introduces the concept of Podcasting 2.0, which aims to bring back the original spirit of podcasting where RSS feeds and freedom of expression were foundational. The host discusses the concerns with walled garden approaches by some platforms and highlights the innovative features of Podcasting 2.0, such as the value-for-value model and enhanced tag capabilities. They share their own experience of transitioning to Podcasting 2.0, including the technical challenges and the need for more ambassadors to demystify the process. The host encourages podcasters to explore the Podcasting 2.0 ecosystem and experiment with live audio platforms to engage with both listeners and fellow podcasters.
The Power of Live Audio in Podcasting
The podcast episode delves into the power of live audio in podcasting. The host shares their positive experience with social audio platforms like Twitter Spaces and Clubhouse, emphasizing the benefits of going live to develop one's voice, connect with an audience, and gain confidence in content creation. They discuss the evolution of social audio platforms, including the ability to record live sessions for future use. The host also highlights the experiment of repurposing live audio content from Twitter Spaces into a podcast format, utilizing tools to convert the audio and feed it into podcasting platforms. They encourage podcasters to embrace live audio as a valuable tool for audience engagement and content experimentation.
The Evolution of Podcasting: Podcasting 2.0 and the Podcast Index
In this podcast episode, the guest discusses the evolution of podcasting and the emergence of Podcasting 2.0 and the Podcast Index. The speaker explains that the original vision of podcasting did not align with the direction it was heading, with big players like Spotify and Apple making moves towards exclusive content. The speaker partnered up with a developer friend and created the Podcast Index, a new iteration of podcasting that aims to give control back to podcasters and listeners. The Podcast Index includes innovative features like booster grams, where listeners can send donations with messages to podcasters, and a value-for-value model where listeners can directly support the show in various ways. Overall, Podcasting 2.0 offers a more feature-rich and inclusive podcasting experience.
Blockchain and Ownership in Podcasting: The Value of Decentralization
The guest also explores the role of blockchain technology and ownership in podcasting. The importance of ownership and decentralization is highlighted, emphasizing the need for creators to have control over their content. The speaker mentions examples of censorship and content takedowns on platforms like Facebook, which led individuals to seek censorship-resistant alternatives. By utilizing blockchain technology in podcasting, creators can maintain ownership of their content and ensure its preservation even if platforms shut down or censor content. The guest compares this to the independent author space, where authors are increasingly selling their books directly to readers to retain ownership and control. The combination of Podcasting 2.0 and blockchain technology offers creators more control and freedom in the podcasting landscape.
