Tim Baker is producer and host of the long-running mashup podcast Radio Clash. An early adopter of podcasting, Tim remains passionate about bringing new and original mixes to his global audience.
When & why did you begin podcasting?
I began podcasting in in November 2004; I’d not heard about it until Ross from the sadly-missed MashupPodcast started his and posted about it, I listened to a few and loved the idea so much I started mine 4 days later (I’m a quick worker!). Inspiration was definitely primarily Ross’s MashupPodcast, but also the shows I was listening to at the time: Yeast Radio, Radio Zoom, Daily Source Code, Dawn and Drew and Insomnia Radio.
What is the most significant thing to happen to you personally as a direct result of producing your podcast?
People recognising me or knowing me purely through the podcast, and meeting new friends. The former doesn’t happen that often; it’s freaky when it does, but I’ve made some lasting friendships via the podcast which alltold given the press or the attention, is the really important thing.
What podcasts, if any, do you regularly listen to or watch?
I listen to quite a few – that would be a massive list, but the ones I never miss are Night Nurse Show, WOBCast, Some Assembly Required, Pods and Blogs (BBC), £50 Note, Skip to the End with Juxtaposeur and Do or DIY (WFMU).
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
Until my mother or someone threw it out (I’m still gutted can you tell?) I had a drawing of myself as an artist I did when I was 8. That’s what I wanted to be – and I did it to degree level. Also later an interest in journalism, so that’s probably where the blogging comes from. I also wished I was musically talented; that’s one superpower I wish I had.
What does the future hold for you and your show(s)?
I think new shows and different formats and mediums; Radio Clash will continue but maybe not in the format that people expect or current medium; I’m toying with the idea of doing a video podcast or integrating with YouTube and social media in some way – despite me being as photographic as an old teapot. Also more tie-ins with the Parkade in Second Life (which I co-run with 2 others); be they recorded sets or more interactive cross-promotion. Watch this space (quite literally!).
Marcus Couch is the man behind the legendary hard rock music show The Scene Zine. Marcus shares his music industry talent to thousands of new fans, digging up the best independent hard rock and heavy metal music on the planet
When & why did you begin podcasting?
I began producing The Scene Zine about 10 years ago while owning a record label. The show was originally designed to feature independent rock artists on our label. It was released as a monthly CD compilation with band interviews, music and music scene news.
In mid 2004 I began researching ways to put the show online and came across RSS technology and eventually podcasting. I started podcasting in late 2004 after hearing several episodes of DSC, specifically an episode with Adam Curry and Ron Bloom titled “Strategy Cast 2.0″ where they provided a road map to podcasters. I followed the directions to the letter and wound up signing with MEVIO a few months later after recording only 11 episodes.
What is the most significant thing to happen to you personally as a direct result of producing your podcast?
I have made friends with a lot of creative, talented people and have been generously provided the opportunity for a dramatic boost in lifestyle. I’ve also learned a lot about online marketing and brand building.
What podcasts, if any, do you regularly listen to or watch?
I listen to a ton of business and marketing related podcasts as well as shows like Karmabanque, Weekly Web Tools, The Musician’s Cooler,Yeast Radio, Learning Greek, Happy Tree Friends and about 80 more.
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
I wanted to become an officer in the US Navy and be deployed on a nuclear submarine. It happened for me at age 24.
What does the future hold for you and your shows?
I am transitioning into video with two new shows for 2008. One is music based, the other focused on online and affiliate marketing.
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I used to be a college DJ, hosting several music shows and working in station management for 3 years. After I left, I discovered online radio. I started a Live365 station back in January 2000. Eventually I produced some half hour interview features, such as one with Hungry Lucy in May 2005. Garageband had just begun their free podcast service, so I uploaded it there, too. I followed up with a feature on Lovespirals, and then decided it was high time I did a podcast proper.
My first podcast was Chillin’ with Lovespirals, which launched in early June 2005. The idea was that a podcast would be the perfect way to share information and music from our upcoming new album, Free & Easy. I had already been sharing audio interviews online on sites like Mp3.com and SoundClick for years, so I knew our fans enjoyed hearing us discuss our music. I had a hard time, though, convincing my partner, Ryan Lum, that it was a good idea because there weren’t any band podcasts out there yet and he was worried about our bandwidth. Our first episodes were fairly short because of the bandwidth issue.
I still really wanted to do a music podcast, too, and I briefly toyed with the idea of combining concepts into one show, but I’m glad i didn’t, because it would have been too confusing. Chillin’ with Lovespirals is a talk show, whereas The Chillcast is a music show. Sure, sometimes we play a little music on Chillin’ with Lovespirals, and sometimes I have conversations on The Chillcast, but they are totally different. Ryan and I do a much more informal show than when I’m alone in the studio, and you really get to see more of who I am as a person, rather than as a DJ.
Anyway, The Chillcast with Anji Bee, began its life as The Chillcuts Chillcast as more of a tie-in to Lovespirals, since our label name is Chillcuts. I hosted the first 3 episodes on OurMedia.org in January 2006, then I was picked up by PodShow, and the rest – as they say – is history…
What is the most significant thing to happen to you personally as a direct result of producing your podcast?
Podcasting has changed my whole life, honestly! The biggest and best result is that I was able to “quit my dayjob” just like Adam Curry talked about on the DSC when he signed me as part of the first big group of producers to the PodShow network. It has been incredibly liberating to be able to focus solely on audio production, whether it be podcasts or music. And since I have more time to devote to my craft, I’ve been able to improve my skills – both with my singing and my voiceover work. Likewise, I’m able to spend more time developing my marketing, which increases my listener base, so all the way around, it has been fantastic. I’ve met so many wonderful people through podcasting, too, and many of them have inspired me to try new things and reach new vistas. I really can’t say enough about what a great growing experience podcasting has been for me.
What podcasts, if any, do you regularly listen to or watch?
I have to admit I’m a bit spotty with my podcast listening/watching. The one show that I remain totally loyal to is the first podcast I ever subscribed to, and that’s Diggnation. I’ve been a fan of Kevin Rose since he used to be a supporting cast member of The Screen Savers on Tech TV, and I’ve followed everything he’s done since that time. I’ve been listening to the Daily Source Code since Adam started the Podsafe Music Network in 2005. Once he played Lovespirals on the show, I was pretty hooked! Many people actually discovered me through the conversations that Adam and I have had on his show via audio clips. Sometimes it’s hard to keep with him, he’s so prolific, but I check in to see what’s new. I’m also a big fan of In Over Your Head and was devastated when Julien took an extended hiatus recently, but he just made a new episode so I’m hoping he’ll get back into it. Of course I also like to keep up with my friends and ShowGirls co-hosts, the Rumor Girls! I’m into several more music-based shows as well, like Radio BSOTS and Dave’s Lounge, as well as mixed music and talk shows like Mysterious Universe and Friday Favecast. I also dig Tea with Hungry Lucy – and if I’m not mistaken, I was the one to inspire them to begin their show! There’s so many other podcasts that I check out from time to time that I couldn’t possibly list them all, but just to throw out a few; Accident Hash, Cranky Geeks, TWIT, and tons of others.
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up?
Honestly, I had a hard time deciding between an artist, a musician, an actor, or a writer and I think that now I’ve pretty much combined all of those things in what I do. I record and release music, I create my website and album art, I perform in my vidcasts and podcasts, and I write – well, not only lyrics, but blog posts, bios, blurbs, heck even this interview. Seems like there’s lots of writing involved in my line of work, surprisingly.
What does the future hold for you and your show(s)? W
Hmm… well, of course I’d love to be the Natalie Del Conte of music podcasts, but then again, I like where I am right now. People sometimes tell me I’m “famous” but if so, I’m definitely a micro-celebrity. Or maybe that would be a micro-micro-celebrity? I just want to keep finding and sharing great music, helping to promote worthy artists, and making my own music. It’s been fantastic to meet and work with some of my musical inspirations, like Beth Hirsch, Laurence Tolhurst, and Kirsty Hawkshaw, and I hope to do more musical spotlights with seminal artists like them. I’ve also been expanding The Chillcast into the video realm with my newly launched Chillcast Video and hope to do some video for Chillin’ with Lovespirals next. I’d like to document the writing and recording process of Lovespirals 4th album with behind the scenes videos, so watch for that this year!
Episode 41 is up!!! – Shows reviewed in this edition are; The Truth by DJ Mr Jay and Sherri G, bringing you the latest news and music on the R & B and soul scene. BUMPwhich is a must for all Apple Mac fans and users with its mixture of news, features and interviews. A History of Electronic Music, a unique show for the music geek into electronic music history. Imagine Animation Vodcast , a showcase of The University of the West of England’s up coming stars in animation and The Bitterest Pill an audio blog from stay at home dad Dan Klass
PodfinderUK is 40! And just as you have become accustomed to Jo Laurence bringing you the latest and greatest podcast finds, here are five more delicious podcast treats. Discover top vegetarian cooking tips with Delicious TV, learn to play the guitar with Guitar Steps Pod, and give yourself the shivers with the stories from the Hall of Mirrors. There’s great music with no interruptions from Atlantic Wave Radio, and superb classic performances from Alex Routledge.
Jo Laurence is back with another great selection of shows just for you.
It may be winter, but the surf’s up on The Panic Button, learn from the fascinating real world experiments of Doctor Krampf, and save those £s with Wallet Watcher. Let Marcus Couch guide you through the best in independent heavy metal on The Scene Zine, and finally understand your life and relationships with the psychology of InsytWorks. (more…)
Jo Laurence has assembled a great female only lineup in this week’s show. See the truth laid bare on the music business with Gill Mills and Flyposter, discover it only takes a minute to improve your health and fitness with Amy Mac’s FitnessAttack, and relax to the sultry tones of Anji Bee and The Chillcast. Grab the latest gadget and tech news from Cali Lewis’ GeeBrief TV, then catch up with the latest in the lives of the Rumor Girls.
Plodcast, discover new unsigned digital artists on CelticaRadio, and improve your life and your future with self-help guru Steve Pavlina. Serve up a slice of Americana from The Miller Tells Her Tale, and sit back and enjoy the electronic rhythms and beats from Robo Cast Radio.
EmoGirl Talk , travel the wonders of your mind with Shrink Rap Radio , and visit the virtual world of Second Life on The Gomem Show . Slice up a taste of All You Can Eat , and finish off with the finest Urban Talk Radio show around, Costas World .
Tim Baker is producer and host of the long-running mashup podcast Radio Clash. An early adopter of podcasting, Tim remains passionate about bringing new and original mixes to his global audience.
As a child, what did you want to do when you grew up? 
