Podcast FAQs

1. Do I need an iPod to receive podcasts?
No, you do not need an iPod to listen to podcasts. Podcasts are merely RSS
feeds that include an audio file in the enclosure field. Many of the newer RSS
feed readers allow users to listen to podcasts.

2. How do I create a podcast?
Creating a Podcast basically means recording an audio file. The Keel Group
(TKG) will help you through the whole process. If you already know what
material you want recorded, that is great; otherwise we will assist you in scripting
the whole thing. Then we will arrange the recording. This can be done onsite, in
studio, or via teleconference if you are not locally based. The recording will then
be edited by TKG engineers and formatted for delivery to where it will be hosted.
It can be hosted directly on your site, or on a third party site if need be for
bandwidth capabilities.

3. Why is called Podcasting?
The name comes from iPod and broadcasting, which has managed to cause
confusion because an iPod is not needed to listen to podcasts. Regardless the
name has stuck.

4. What expenses are associated with podcasting?
The podcast pricing itself is based on production costs (such as scripting, adding
music, etc.), length, and editing. TKG has competitively priced the podcasts
based on two offerings: a stand alone offering, or as part of a retainer package.

5. If I post the Podcast to my website why should I submit it to the podcasting
directories?
Promoting your podcast will increase your exposure and quite possibly bring you
additional listeners.

6. Are there any size limitations to podcasts?
There are no maximums or minimums. Obviously the larger files might intimidate
listeners with a slow connection. Ultimately podcasts of any size can succeed, if
the content is quality. Larger podcasts can be designed in “chapters” to allow
longer presentations to be broken up into smaller length of time messages.

7. Do you have to pay royalty fees when doing music for a Podcast?
If so, how can I do that?
TKG’s engineers can source what they call “bumper” music to best suit your
needs for a minimum royalty fee. They can also utilize any proprietary music you
may already have, such as jingles, etc.

For More Information on a Podcast click on info@keelgroup.com to ask a
question, inquire to a price, or to purchase a podcast solution.

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