Session 5: 2 Interview Podcasts
Session 5: Find 2 podcasts with different interview styles.....
Evidence of extensive examination: I searched the Yahoo podcast directory for the word interview and returned too many topics on interviewing, so I narrowed it down to the technology link and I looked at the first 40 results. I did nto listen to all of them, but I visited the sites to look at what is discussed and found some good technology stuff, but no interviews. Next I found a bunch that held interviews and downloaded a few of them. I listened to a few of them and picked these two. From performing this search I did find a cool podcasting/technology site run by kids where they give instruction about technology. They only have 6 podcasts but they would save a tech teacher a lecture or 2 on each topic. There are so many to choose from you could go crazy! It was difficult to just choose 2 Podcasts.
Podcast 1: Podcast Studio 53 min 35 sec
Description: From the site, "Episode 14 finds us in a great discussion with Billy Hollis on smart clients and Visual Studio 2005!! We talk about some simple and complex scenarios, the state of data binding and some useful tips and patterns." My description coming soon.
Review: 7-6-6 the first portion was the two hosts talking back and forth. This was not that entertaining, but I did pick up that if one is to get big time into this you would want to pick up a GATE (about $199). A gate helps reduce 'dead time' when you stop talking. It would stop cars honking, and other background noises when you are not talking. Next I picked up a tip to not post 5-6 times on a Blog, instead I should consolidate my posts into one. The reson behind this from their point of view is that the mutiple posts will push the org post down and off the main page on some Blogs.
Then the interview happened via the phone, well at least that is what it sounded like. The things I picked up was to ask one question at a time and let the perrson answer that. Next to ask a further probing question on that answer, or to go to another topic. I am not sure if this is the case, but I would think the interviewer had pre-designed questions ready for the interview to help guide the interview. The questions were on a specific topic so the interview would have a set time limit, depending on the answers of the person giving the answers. I would say that it helps to have a friendly converstaion with the person and it helps to pick some one that has some form of expertise or knowledge on a topic.
Overall the interviews content was not up my alley but I did pick up a few skills that should help my interview skills. Should you spend 54 minutes listening to this? Only if you like Smart Clients and .Net.
Podcast 2: Stop talking to your iPod
Description: From the site, "Show #117: Stop Talking to your iPod * Kreg's Dryer * Chuck's Free Wife * The geek version of snakes on a plane... phones on a UPS truck The show notes are now in the Wiki! Show notes for June 12th 2006." My description coming soon.
Review: 7-6-6, See DiscoverEDU's note for a 'ditto' of my thoughts. Some how I was under the impression that there would be an interview somewhere in the Podcast, but alas, NOPE! I did learn to have a purpose in your Podcast, which they did, but it did not suit my purpose or probably many others in our class. Lesson learned: I need to listen to another podcast.
Podcast 2b: Science Friday, Who killed the electric car
Description: Episode 217, 25 min 49 sec, From the site, "Science Friday, as heard on NPR, is a weekly discussion of the latest news in science, technology, health, and the environment hosted by Ira Flatow. Ira interviews scientists, authors, and policymakers, and listeners can call in and ask questions as well. Hear it each week on NPR stations nationwide -- or online here!" This week was about the electric car and a new movie being released.
Review: I like how Ira (the host) introduced the person being interviewed Chris Payne (sp), and how he told the listener about the purpose of the podcast. The questions were simple and not too wordy which is nice. Ira sounds like he did his research about the topic before the interview, which is a good skill to have. I like how he had call-ins. This made the show more than just a one on one interview. I liked how he mentioned a few times what he was talking about. It sounded like a high class radio show, but via podcasting. I enjoyed the multiple person interviews, to get multiple perspectives. If I could produce this I would be happy.
Evidence of extensive examination: I searched the Yahoo podcast directory for the word interview and returned too many topics on interviewing, so I narrowed it down to the technology link and I looked at the first 40 results. I did nto listen to all of them, but I visited the sites to look at what is discussed and found some good technology stuff, but no interviews. Next I found a bunch that held interviews and downloaded a few of them. I listened to a few of them and picked these two. From performing this search I did find a cool podcasting/technology site run by kids where they give instruction about technology. They only have 6 podcasts but they would save a tech teacher a lecture or 2 on each topic. There are so many to choose from you could go crazy! It was difficult to just choose 2 Podcasts.
Podcast 1: Podcast Studio 53 min 35 sec
Description: From the site, "Episode 14 finds us in a great discussion with Billy Hollis on smart clients and Visual Studio 2005!! We talk about some simple and complex scenarios, the state of data binding and some useful tips and patterns." My description coming soon.
Review: 7-6-6 the first portion was the two hosts talking back and forth. This was not that entertaining, but I did pick up that if one is to get big time into this you would want to pick up a GATE (about $199). A gate helps reduce 'dead time' when you stop talking. It would stop cars honking, and other background noises when you are not talking. Next I picked up a tip to not post 5-6 times on a Blog, instead I should consolidate my posts into one. The reson behind this from their point of view is that the mutiple posts will push the org post down and off the main page on some Blogs.
Then the interview happened via the phone, well at least that is what it sounded like. The things I picked up was to ask one question at a time and let the perrson answer that. Next to ask a further probing question on that answer, or to go to another topic. I am not sure if this is the case, but I would think the interviewer had pre-designed questions ready for the interview to help guide the interview. The questions were on a specific topic so the interview would have a set time limit, depending on the answers of the person giving the answers. I would say that it helps to have a friendly converstaion with the person and it helps to pick some one that has some form of expertise or knowledge on a topic.
Overall the interviews content was not up my alley but I did pick up a few skills that should help my interview skills. Should you spend 54 minutes listening to this? Only if you like Smart Clients and .Net.
Podcast 2: Stop talking to your iPod
Description: From the site, "Show #117: Stop Talking to your iPod * Kreg's Dryer * Chuck's Free Wife * The geek version of snakes on a plane... phones on a UPS truck The show notes are now in the Wiki! Show notes for June 12th 2006." My description coming soon.
Review: 7-6-6, See DiscoverEDU's note for a 'ditto' of my thoughts. Some how I was under the impression that there would be an interview somewhere in the Podcast, but alas, NOPE! I did learn to have a purpose in your Podcast, which they did, but it did not suit my purpose or probably many others in our class. Lesson learned: I need to listen to another podcast.
Podcast 2b: Science Friday, Who killed the electric car
Description: Episode 217, 25 min 49 sec, From the site, "Science Friday, as heard on NPR, is a weekly discussion of the latest news in science, technology, health, and the environment hosted by Ira Flatow. Ira interviews scientists, authors, and policymakers, and listeners can call in and ask questions as well. Hear it each week on NPR stations nationwide -- or online here!" This week was about the electric car and a new movie being released.
Review: I like how Ira (the host) introduced the person being interviewed Chris Payne (sp), and how he told the listener about the purpose of the podcast. The questions were simple and not too wordy which is nice. Ira sounds like he did his research about the topic before the interview, which is a good skill to have. I like how he had call-ins. This made the show more than just a one on one interview. I liked how he mentioned a few times what he was talking about. It sounded like a high class radio show, but via podcasting. I enjoyed the multiple person interviews, to get multiple perspectives. If I could produce this I would be happy.
posted by dengman at 8:59 AM
8 Comments:
Thanks, I have been up to my armpits in fireworks this past week. Can you believe someone tried to pay with a fake $100.00 bill today? I caught one guy, and I missed another. Boy some are sneaky.
This podcast opens with 60 seconds of an inane parody of Homer Simpson and his acquaintance who has an ipod. I don’t know why or for what reason this sketch is placed in front of the podcast’s formal introduction (???).
There’s a lot of laughter, unfortunately not from the listener. Host Chuck Tomasi persists on laughing at whatever spills out of his mouth.
Over all, the podcast production value is good and the mix has a lot of energy! The two hosts, play off of each other very well. They’re a good team (possibly morning drive time material for radio).
I continued to listen for an interview. All I heard was two podcast hosts bantering about their weekly experiences. I was looking forward to hearing an interview of assessment or an interview for information about a person or subject matter, albeit not between the hosts. Even in the most casual efforts there was no such reference that could be called an interview.
The best part of the podcast is in how the website offers a podcast player that has a 2+ playback speed. Take advantage of this feature and fast forward through this blunt 48 minutes. You’ll thank me later.
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DiscoverEDU, thanks for doing my work for me, I saw that this was an interview, and figured it was. I am about to listen to it. Maybe I will have to find another one. Sorry to waste your time.
Hey Dengman,
You didn't waste my time...
Life is too short. Don't worry about it!
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There is some great information here. I am new to the blog world and I enjoyed hearing and reading the tips. Looking forward to more.
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Great job with your Blog! I agree with the statemnet from flyfishing 4 math, at 53 minutes, I feel most will only listen to a portion unless they are stuck on the freeway and have nothing else to listen to.
Thanks Keith, Jennie, JoeTech, James, Lisa, and Mr. Sexy for your feedback on this post.
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