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Lowering the Barrier: Why I Wrote Altered Audio I didn’t write Altered Audio because podcasting needs more experts. It doesn’t. Podcasting needs fewer gatekeepers and more people who are willing to say, “You can do this—and you don’t need permission.” That’s why the book exists. This Series Was Never Just About Conferences Throughout this series, I’ve talked about podcast conventions, cost, access, burnout, tools, gear expectations, and industry pressure. But none of that exists in isolation. They’re all symptoms of the same problem: the barrier to podcasting keeps getting higher, while the industry pretends it doesn’t understand why creators leave.

Lowering the Barrier: Why I Wrote Altered Audio

I didn’t write Altered Audio because podcasting needs more experts. It doesn’t. Podcasting needs fewer gatekeepers and more people who are willing to say, “You can do this—and you don’t need permission.” That’s why the book exists. This Series Was…

G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA – Technically G.I. Joe Does Not Exist! In Episode 161 of Studio 2009 join TFG1Mike and Steve Megatron as they revisit the 2009 G.I. Joe film, The Rise Of Cobra! Tune in to hear their thoughts from way back then, and here and now! From the story, to the action, the casting, and more! This Podcast exists because of Listeners Like You!!! The GCRN Geek Meter!

G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA – Technically G.I. Joe Does Not Exist!

In Episode 161 of Studio 2009 join TFG1Mike and Steve Megatron as they revisit the 2009 G.I. Joe film, The Rise Of Cobra! Tune in to hear their thoughts from way back then, and here and now! From the story, to the action, the…

070 – 30TH ANNIVERSARY FILM COMMENTARY OF MMPR: THE MOVIE!! In Episode 070 of FROM THE COMMAND CENTER join TFG1Mike and Jesse Ras as they give you a 30th anniversary discussion and FILM COMMENTARY of MIGHTY MORPHIN' POWER RANGERS THE MOVIE!!!! So yeah the 70th episode has been two years in the making, and we have finally got a film commentary for the film. So check it out, and play our audio along with the film!!!

070 – 30TH ANNIVERSARY FILM COMMENTARY OF MMPR: THE MOVIE!!

In Episode 070 of FROM THE COMMAND CENTER join TFG1Mike and Jesse Ras as they give you a 30th anniversary discussion and FILM COMMENTARY of MIGHTY MORPHIN' POWER RANGERS THE MOVIE!!!! So yeah the 70th episode has been two years in the…

Why We Built GeekCast Radio Network Differently GeekCast Radio Network didn’t start as a business plan. It started the same way most independent podcasts do: with an idea, a microphone, and a willingness to figure things out as we went. That mindset never really changed—and it’s why the network still exists. Sustainability Over Scale From the beginning, we made a conscious decision to prioritize sustainability over scale. Not because growth is bad—but because unsustainable growth kills more podcasts than slow progress ever will. That meant: keeping costs low choosing tools carefully avoiding unnecessary upgrades building systems that could survive real life, not just launch week…

Why We Built GeekCast Radio Network Differently

GeekCast Radio Network didn’t start as a business plan. It started the same way most independent podcasts do: with an idea, a microphone, and a willingness to figure things out as we went. That mindset never really changed—and it’s why the network…

Favorite Holiday Films Today on Episode 231, the guys get in the spirit of the Holidays and take turns counting down their Top 5 Favorite Holiday films. Which classics make their list? What are their honorable mentions, or non-christmas films that they watch every holiday. Tune in to find out! Be Sure to Follow The Hosts on X! Kevin “OptimusSolo” Thompson and Dan “The Comic Concierge” Clark! #UNLEASHTHECINEMAGEEKINYOU!!! #CinemaGeeks #HolidayFilms #ChristmasFilms

Favorite Holiday Films

Today on Episode 231, the guys get in the spirit of the Holidays and take turns counting down their Top 5 Favorite Holiday films. Which classics make their list? What are their honorable mentions, or non-christmas films that they watch every holiday. Tune in to find out! Be…

When “Best Practices” Become Gatekeeping “Best practices” are supposed to help people. They’re meant to shorten the learning curve, prevent avoidable mistakes, and give creators a solid foundation to build on. In theory, they exist to support growth. In practice, they’ve slowly turned into something else. For many independent podcasters, “best practices” now feel less like guidance and more like gatekeeping wrapped in professional language. When Advice Becomes a Requirement Spend any amount of time in podcasting spaces and you’ll hear the same refrains: You need this mic. You should be using this DAW.

When “Best Practices” Become Gatekeeping

“Best practices” are supposed to help people. They’re meant to shorten the learning curve, prevent avoidable mistakes, and give creators a solid foundation to build on. In theory, they exist to support growth. In practice, they’ve slowly turned into…

Podfade, Burnout, and the Question the Podcast Industry Won’t Ask The podcast industry loves data. Downloads. Retention. Engagement. Growth curves. Completion rates. Attribution models. Listener funnels. And lately, a lot of attention has been paid to one particular question: Why do so many podcasters quit? You’ll hear it framed as podfade. Shows that stop publishing. Creators who disappear. Feeds that go silent. But what’s rarely discussed is why so many creators reach that point in the first place. The Barrier Keeps Rising — Everywhere At the same time the industry studies podfade, the barrier to podcasting keeps rising across every front:

Podfade, Burnout, and the Question the Podcast Industry Won’t Ask

The podcast industry loves data. Downloads. Retention. Engagement. Growth curves. Completion rates. Attribution models. Listener funnels. And lately, a lot of attention has been paid to one particular question: Why do so many…

Netflix/Warner Bros. Deal Shakes Hollywood! Franchise Sequels & Theatrical Release Wars Dive into a massive Geek News Smorgasboard with Altered Geek host Steve Phillips! We break down the biggest pop culture headlines of the week, including the historic news of the Original Power Rangers (Super Sentai) officially ending after 50 years. Get the scoop on the surprising Gremlins 3 announcement, the cosmic teaser for the new Supergirl DCU movie, and Brendan Fraser's latest comments on his potential return in The Mummy 4. Plus, we cover the mysterious Sonic the Hedgehog Spinoff Movie, the latest on Nicolas Cage's Spider-Man variant, a…

Netflix/Warner Bros. Deal Shakes Hollywood! Franchise Sequels & Theatrical Release Wars

Dive into a massive Geek News Smorgasboard with Altered Geek host Steve Phillips! We break down the biggest pop culture headlines of the week, including the historic news of the Original Power Rangers (Super…

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Community vs. Club: The Unspoken Hierarchy of Podcast Conferences Podcast conferences talk a lot about community. It’s in the marketing copy. It’s in the panel descriptions. It’s in the welcome speeches and closing keynotes. The word gets used so often it starts to feel like a promise. But for many independent podcasters, the lived experience feels less like a community—and more like a club. Not an evil club. Not a malicious one. Just a quietly stratified ecosystem where access is tiered, visibility is uneven, and the most valuable conversations don’t always happen where everyone can reach them. The Tier You Don’t See on the Schedule…

Community vs. Club: The Unspoken Hierarchy of Podcast Conferences

The Real Cost of Podcast Conferences Isn’t the Ticket When people talk about podcast conferences being “too expensive,” the conversation usually stops at the badge price. That’s understandable—it’s the most visible number. It’s also the least honest one. Because the ticket isn’t the real cost. It’s just the cover charge. The Hidden Math Indie Podcasters Do Automatically If you’re an independent podcaster, attending a conference isn’t a casual decision. It’s a calculation. You’re not just asking, “Can I afford the ticket?” You’re asking: Can I afford the flight or long-distance drive? Can I afford the hotel prices during conference weekend?

The Real Cost of Podcast Conferences Isn’t the Ticket

When people talk about podcast conferences being “too expensive,” the conversation usually stops at the badge price. That’s understandable—it’s the most visible number. It’s also the least honest one. Because the ticket isn’t the real cost.…

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I Love Podcast Conventions — And That’s Why I Don’t Go Podcasting, Access, and the Indie Reality Series Premise Join me in this adventure into discussing podcasting, access and the indie reality. Podcasting was built on openness and DIY creativity—but the modern podcast ecosystem increasingly favors those with money, access, and proximity to industry hubs. This series explores why that matters, how it impacts creators, and why sustainable indie podcasting still works without playing the industry’s game. I love the idea of podcast conventions. On paper, they sound perfect: a room full of creators, storytellers, producers, and audio nerds swapping notes, learning new skills, and leaving energized to make better shows.

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Captain Ruggels Gaming – Even YouTube Doesn’t Know About This New Feature! YouTube is stinky sometimes I stream Saturday's at 11am and Tuesday's/Wednesday's at 7pm on YouTube And Twitch!!!! YouTube - @SpicyBrick96 Twitch - Join Grandpas Household -

Captain Ruggels Gaming – Even YouTube Doesn’t Know About This New Feature!

YouTube is stinky sometimes I stream Saturday's at 11am and Tuesday's/Wednesday's at 7pm on YouTube And Twitch!!!! YouTube - @SpicyBrick96 Twitch - Join Grandpas Household -

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Captain Ruggels Gaming – Youtube official page on twitter to get help and support. Youtube official page on twitter to get help and support. My name is Rahul Kumar 🔗 Follow Us for More Educational Content: 🌐 Website: 📘 Facebook: 📸 Instagram: 🐦 Twitter/X: 💼 LinkedIn:

Captain Ruggels Gaming – Youtube official page on twitter to get help and support.

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Main Difference Between 3D Printing and Injection Molding Compare 3D printing and injection molding for manufacturing, including strengths, costs, and ideal use cases to determine the best option for your needs.

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Geek Culture Hobbies That Are Surprisingly Physical There are plenty of geeky hobbies that will keep you active and engaged. Explore the exciting world of geek culture hobbies that are surprisingly physical.

Geek Culture Hobbies That Are Surprisingly Physical

There are plenty of geeky hobbies that will keep you active and engaged. Explore the exciting world of geek culture hobbies that are surprisingly physical.

Episode 414 – Star Trek: Khan What happened to Khan on Ceti Alpha V before the arrival of the USS Reliant? Did Kirk and Spock know Ceti Alpha VI was unstable? What led us to the Wrath of Khan? Join Vicky Jakubowski and Juan Sanmiguel as they examine Star Trek: Khan.

Episode 414 – Star Trek: Khan

What happened to Khan on Ceti Alpha V before the arrival of the USS Reliant? Did Kirk and Spock know Ceti Alpha VI was unstable? What led us to the Wrath of Khan? Join Vicky Jakubowski and Juan Sanmiguel as they examine Star Trek: Khan.

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Geek Showcase – Saoirse’s Toy Box: Unboxing Jurassic Park Dennis Nedry Track and Chase Pack

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Cary Grant Retrospective: Wrap Party Today on Episode 230, the guys take a final look at their Cary Grant Retrospective. Which film will rank #1 for them overall. What were their favorite performances from Cary Grant, the supporting casts and the leading ladies. How do they feel about Cary Grant overall? Tune in to find out! Be Sure to Follow The Hosts on X! Kevin “OptimusSolo” Thompson and Dan “The Comic Concierge” Clark! #UNLEASHTHECINEMAGEEKINYOU!!! #CinemaGeeks #CaryGrant

Cary Grant Retrospective: Wrap Party

Today on Episode 230, the guys take a final look at their Cary Grant Retrospective. Which film will rank #1 for them overall. What were their favorite performances from Cary Grant, the supporting casts and the leading ladies. How do they feel about Cary Grant…

Mike and Steve’s Top 5 Animated Films Right Now! In Episode 160 of Studio 2009 join TFG1Mike and Steve Megatron as they countdown their TOP 5 ANIMATED FILMS they are watching right now!!! That's it, that's the description! Tune in to hear all the details!!! This Podcast exists because of Listeners Like You!!! The GCRN Geek Meter! Join The GCRN Discord HERE! Follow Studio 2009 on Twitter…

Mike and Steve’s Top 5 Animated Films Right Now!

In Episode 160 of Studio 2009 join TFG1Mike and Steve Megatron as they countdown their TOP 5 ANIMATED FILMS they are watching right now!!! That's it, that's the description! Tune in to hear all the details!!! This Podcast exists because of Listeners…

Episode 413 – A Chat with John Scalzi How do you design an alien? Why create and write a blog? What does it take to make a 70s Bondian villain? Find the answers to these and other questions when Juan Sanmiguel sits down with multiple Hugo Award-winning writer John Scalzi. Image by Andrew...

Episode 413 – A Chat with John Scalzi

How do you design an alien? Why create and write a blog? What does it take to make a 70s Bondian villain? Find the answers to these and other questions when Juan Sanmiguel sits down with multiple Hugo Award-winning writer John Scalzi. Image by Andrew...

Captain Ruggels Gaming – Wrecking Crew Needs fire safety Training | #Icarus EP.06 This is the Sixth episode of our Wrecking Crew Icarus Survival Series. Bringing the Crew for some fun shenanigans and survival in Icarus! Meet the Team and check our their Channels! @dabbles9389 Dabbles Gaming @GWN2137 Gaming With NaNa @brdstidham BS Gaming @stonerayven2455 StoneRayven Thank you for watching! Please be sure to Like, Subscribe & Comment down below. Captain Ruggels loves gaming, plays all sorts of game types and Genres but mainly FPS Games and Survival Games. Please feel free to leave a comment. ALL comments will be replied to. #CaptainRuggels #icarus #WreckingCrew

Captain Ruggels Gaming – Wrecking Crew Needs fire safety Training | #Icarus EP.06

This is the Sixth episode of our Wrecking Crew Icarus Survival Series. Bringing the Crew for some fun shenanigans and survival in Icarus! Meet the Team and check our their Channels! @dabbles9389 Dabbles Gaming…

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