Frank Racioppi
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I am a South Jersey-based author who is a writer for the Ear Worthy publication, which appears on Vocal, Substack, Medium, Blogger, Tumblr, and social media. Ear Worthy offers daily podcast reviews, recommendations, and articles.
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Podcaster Profiles: Diana Krach
Independent podcasters are a tough bunch. They have to be. They exist in an industry where corporations of massive size, political power, and legal advantages have pushed their way in with the intent of pushing everyone else out. It's the "last man standing" scenario.
By Frank Racioppi10 months ago in Interview
Uncovering Roots Podcast
Independent podcasters often have life interfere with podcasting. Unlike celebrity podcasters who “have people” who run interference for them, Indie podcasters must cope with jobs, finances, family, friends, and the everyday time crunch we average people deal with.
By Frank Racioppi10 months ago in History
Two Ear-Worthy Local Podcasts
When podcasting was first formed in the early 2000s, the medium was envisioned as a niche communications device—in effect, narrowcasting to a small yet targeted audience. In the early days, podcasts about local communities were common enough to be a trend. Gradually, as the industry changed and corporate raiders elbowed their way in, these types of podcasts withered.
By Frank Racioppi10 months ago in Wander
Rigour & Flow Podcast
Rigour & Flow is a new podcast that began in early April from Dr. Tamanda Walker and Aiwan Obinyan. A married couple, they are part of a dream team of creative invention that runs AiAi Studios, a storytelling and production studio based in Leeds, UK, but working for clients globally such as Nike, GAY TIMES, gal-dem, Amazon, Channel 4, and Audible. The studio started 12 years ago and has been incorporated for the last four years, signaling that they plan to be around for a long time.
By Frank Racioppi11 months ago in Pride
An Arm And A Leg Podcast
In what sector do we find the most hated companies? It used to be cable, airlines, or cell phone providers. However, as our health care system slowly collapses, the health insurance companies now wear the black hat. And deservedly so. How can a person or a company deny life-affirming care to a customer simply to save a buck?
By Frank Racioppi11 months ago in Interview
It's A History Podcast
“Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication,” is a quote often attributed to Leonardo da Vinci. There’s wisdom in that statement. Sometimes, podcasts don’t need a noisy, complicated, and often fabricated premise to attract listeners. Recent podcast trends reveal high-concept, lowbrow shows that promise everything from judging the hotness of food to arguing about the seasonal effect of music albums.
By Frank Racioppi11 months ago in Interview
