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In 2018 a hot new Ruby meetup appeared online. 🔥 Three meetups later, it was gone. 😠This failed experiment paved the way for a new Ruby podcast: Remote Ruby. 170 episodes later, we've learned a lot! We had no previous experience podcasting before the first episode. Along the way we've learned things like what kind of gear to use, how to perform interviews, and affirmed just how lovely the Ruby community is. It's your turn! Come to learn from our mistakes, leave ready to start a podcast!
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In the talk "Start Your Ruby Podcast Today! No Experience Required" at RailsConf 2022, Jason Charnes shares valuable insights into launching and maintaining a podcast, particularly for those interested in Ruby. Drawing on experiences from their podcast, Remote Ruby, which has produced 170 episodes, Jason emphasizes that potential podcasters do not need prior experience to succeed. The discussion revolves around: - **Starting Simple**: Jason and his co-hosts began with minimal equipment and complexity, highlighting that starting with what you have—like a simple microphone or even just a phone—can lead to success without overwhelming technical hurdles. - **Content Generation**: Initially, they opted for informal discussions about Ruby, progressing to include guests after realizing that this enriched content engagement. They learned that inviting recognizable figures in the community significantly boosts listener interest. - **Maintaining Consistency**: Jason stresses the importance of regularity in podcasting. They managed to maintain a consistent release schedule, which helped improve their audience reach. - **Audience Engagement and Analytics**: By monitoring episode downloads, they recognized trends (like the popularity of episodes with guest appearances), which guided their content strategy. They noted that good titles significantly correlate with higher download numbers. - **Evolution and Tools**: As their podcast grew, they upgraded their recording methods to ensure better audio quality and integrated professional help for sound editing. Tools like Zencaster became useful for recording high-quality audio while managing the complexities of virtual interviews. The talk concludes with a call to action for attendees to consider podcasting, stressing the need for diverse voices in the Ruby community and encouraging aspiring podcasters to seek guidance from experienced hosts. The organizers express enthusiastic support for community-driven content creation in Ruby, emphasizing that everyone has a potential story or experience worth sharing.
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