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Frequently Asked Questions:
What if my podcast is over 7 minutes long? Slightly over is okay but if it's a lot longer, check with your instructor
What can I use to make the podcast? Scroll down this page...
You have lots of options for creating the audio file for your podcast.
You have lots of options for creating the audio file for your podcast.
Below are some that will easily have you on the right track (pun intended!) if you are just starting out.
Below are some that will easily have you on the right track (pun intended!) if you are just starting out.
This app is included with Windows 10 so if you are using a PC with that operating system, it is already installed. To find it, click the Windows icon and search the programs listed. You are able to pause and do simple edits/trims. When you are finished, add the audio file to your portfolio page.
GarageBand gives you lots of options for recording and editing your podcast. Great for Mac and iOS users who want more editing ability. When you are finished, you can add the audio file to your portfolio page.
Want to do more? Audacity , Spotify for Podcasters (formerly known as Anchor), and Spreaker are more professional tools that will allow you to take your podcast from a simple audio file to an iTunes ready production.
Want to do more? Audacity , Spotify for Podcasters (formerly known as Anchor), and Spreaker are more professional tools that will allow you to take your podcast from a simple audio file to an iTunes ready production.
Video: How to embed a podcast made with Spotify for Podcasters onto a Google Site.
Note: Anchor was recently rebranded as Spotify for Podcasters.
How to add audio to your website
How to add audio to your website
There are various ways to add audio to Google Sites, depending on how you made your podcast.
If your audio file is downloaded onto your computer (For example, Microsoft Voice Recorder downloads to your Documents>Sound recordings folder), follow the directions below, or watch the video. → →
Step 1) You need to upload it to your Google Drive into your shared folder. Copy the share link.
Step 2) You can NOT use the Drive option on the Insert menu. Instead, use the Embed option and paste the share link from the audio file in your Drive.
If you use a tool that provides code for an embedded player, use the Embed tool on the Insert menu, then click Embed code. See the video below...
Video: How to embed a podcast made with Anchor onto a Google Site.
Video:
How to add an audio file to your Google Site Portfolio that is saved on your computer
NOTE: If you click the PLAY button on your audio file and it doesn't play, click the pop-out arrow and it will play in another tab.
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