Making a Pro Level Live or Recorded Show – New Media Show #644
<p data-start="0" data-end="429"><a href="https://newmediashow.com"><img fetchpriority="high" decoding="async" class="alignleft wp-image-1843" src="https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-1024x1024.jpg" alt="New Media Show with Mike Dell and Rob Greenlee" width="245" height="245" srcset="https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-300x300.jpg 300w, https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-150x150.jpg 150w, https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-768x768.jpg 768w, https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-1536x1536.jpg 1536w, https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-2048x2048.jpg 2048w, https://newmediashow.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/Episode-Art-12-102025-New-Media-Show-Relaunch-Episode-2-1320x1320.jpg 1320w" sizes="(max-width: 245px) 100vw, 245px" /></a><strong>In the December 10th, 2025 Live episode of The New Media Show, host Rob Greenlee welcomes Mike Dell, VP at Blubrry Podcasting, as guest co-host for a grounded, practical conversation about what keeps a podcast growing long after the initial excitement fades.</strong> The episode opens with a sincere reflection on Todd’s passing and the lasting impact he had on the community, along with the intention to honor his legacy in the months ahead.</p>
<p data-start="431" data-end="995">From there, Rob and Mike move into the core topic: why many podcasts and live shows start strong, then stall. They unpack how a lack of clarity and consistency often shows up as drifting topics, uneven pacing, and episodes that feel improvised in a way that does not serve the listener. <strong>Their argument is simple: sustainable shows are built, not stumbled into.</strong> Structure does not mean sounding scripted or robotic. It means defining a format your audience can recognize, returning to it reliably, and creating a repeatable experience that keeps people coming back.</p>
<p data-start="997" data-end="1511"><strong>They also talk about how modern media habits are reshaping expectations. With short form video and endless scroll everywhere, audiences decide quickly whether to stay.</strong> <strong>Rob and Mike stress the importance of a strong opening, clear positioning, and content that delivers on what the title promises.</strong> They discuss video as part of the current landscape, but keep the focus on fundamentals like audio quality, intentional production choices, and making platform decisions that do not compromise the listener experience.</p>
<p data-start="1513" data-end="2092">Mike pulls in lessons from his own shows, including what he has learned from hyperlocal and niche content, and how community relevance can drive engagement in ways that surprise creators. The conversation highlights practical ways to increase interaction, including live chat, polls, and Q and A segments, not as gimmicks, but as tools to build a real sense of participation and belonging. They also touch on workflow improvements, handling technical issues gracefully, simplifying video production, and using on screen titles and lower thirds so viewers can easily follow along.</p>
<p data-start="2094" data-end="2382" data-is-last-node="" data-is-only-node=""><strong>By the end, the episode becomes a clear playbook for leveling up: know what your show is trying to achieve, design a format that supports that goal, respect attention early, keep the quality bar consistent, and build community in a way that invites people in instead of pushing them away.</strong></p>
<p><strong>Rob Greenlee</strong><br />
Rob Greenlee Website<br />
<a href="https://RobGreenlee.com">https://RobGreenlee.com</a><br />
New Media Show for Audio and Video RSS feeds<br />
<a href="https://NewMediaShow.com">https://NewMediaShow.com</a><br />
Adore Podcast Network<br />
<a href="https://AdoreNetwork.com">https://AdoreNetwork.com</a><br />
Adore Creator Community on Skool<br />
<a href="https://Skool.com/AdoreNetwork">https://Skool.com/AdoreNetwork</a><br />
Podcast Hall of Fame<br />
<a href="https://PodcastHall.com">https://PodcastHall.com</a><br />
<a href="https://YouTube.com/@OfficialPodcastHallofFame">https://YouTube.com/@OfficialPodcastHallofFame</a><br />
The Pro Creator Playbook with Rob Greenlee<br />
Audio podcast<br />
<a href="https://www.adorenetwork.com/show/pro-creator-playbook-audio/">https://www.adorenetwork.com/show/pro-creator-playbook-audio/</a><br />
Video show<br />
<a href="https://www.adorenetwork.com/show/pro-creator-playbook-video/">https://www.adorenetwork.com/show/pro-creator-playbook-video/</a><br />
Spoken Life Show<br />
<a href="https://www.adorenetwork.com/show/spoken-life-show/">https://www.adorenetwork.com/show/spoken-life-show/</a><br />
Spoken Human show on YouTube<br />
<a href="https://YouTube.com/@spokenhuman">https://YouTube.com/@spokenhuman</a><br />
Rob Greenlee YouTube channel<br />
<a href="https://YouTube.com/@RobGreenlee">https://YouTube.com/@RobGreenlee</a></p>
<p><strong>Mike Dell</strong><br />
Blubrry Podcasting<br />
<a href="https://blubrry.com">https://blubrry.com</a><br />
<a href="https://MikeDell.com">https://MikeDell.com</a></p>
<p><strong>Audio Chapters:</strong><br />
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction<br />
01:00 Reflecting on Podcasting Changes<br />
01:25 The Importance of Podcast Structure<br />
03:19 Balancing Planning and Spontaneity<br />
04:58 Engaging the Audience<br />
08:08 Navigating Algorithms and Goals<br />
18:54 Hyperlocal and Niche Podcasting<br />
34:26 Live Shows and Audience Interaction<br />
42:34 Improving Podcasting Skills<br />
43:03 Maintaining Authenticity in Production<br />
43:32 Handling Technical Glitches<br />
44:33 Simplifying Video Production<br />
44:46 Using Streaming Platforms Effectively<br />
48:52 Importance of Lower Thirds and Titles<br />
50:12 Editing and Post-Production Tips<br />
56:59 Building a Community<br />
01:01:02 Engaging with Your Audience<br />
01:07:51 Q&A Session<br />
01:12:46 Final Thoughts and Announcements</p><p>The post <a href="https://newmediashow.com/making-a-pro-level-live-or-recorded-show-new-media-show-644/">Making a Pro Level Live or Recorded Show – New Media Show #644</a> first appeared on <a href="https://newmediashow.com">New Media Show</a>.</p>
