The next International Podcasting Expo — an online podcasting event — is going to start on October 20th to 22nd 2006. They are currently inviting podcasters, podcasting professionals, podcasting software and services companies to present seminars, workshops and podcasts. Sponsorships are available too.

A 3-day ticket is only $25 ($20 early bird special), including unlimited access to every seminar, workshop and networking event, as well as access to recorded events after the Expo.

Because this is a virtual event, an Internet connection and headset are required. If you want to participate and ask question, a mic is a must.

Desired seminar and workshop topics include:

1. Introduction to Podcasting: The Past, Present and Future of the Fastest Growing Social Media
2. Podcasting Basics for PC: Using Only A Microphone & Computer
3. Podcasting Basics for Macs: Using Only A Microphone & Computer
4. Podcasting Formats: Different Types of Show Formats, and How To Determine What Works Best For You
5. Podcast Music: Where to Find Great Music That Won’t Land You In Jail
6. Podcast Vocalization: Vocal Coaching for the Podcaster
7. Understanding RSS: If It’s Really Simple Syndication, Why Is It So Hard To Understand?
8. Podcast Promos: Promos That Will Bring You New Listeners
9. Podcast Networks: To Join or Not To Join - That Is The Question
10. Podcast Directories: What Are Directories, and Why Are They Important?
11. Podcast Syndication: How To Get Your Podcast Onto Your Webpage
12. Recording and Editing Software Round Table: The Pros and Cons of Different Programs
13. Storage and Bandwidth: What It Means, What You Need, and Why You Need It
14. Introduction to Podcast Marketing
15. Internet Radio Stations: When To Stream, When To Download
16. Introduction to Video Podcasting (VideoCasting/VidCasting)
17. Basic Blogging for Podcasting
18. Defining Your Target Market (Workshop)
19. Basic Editing in Audacity
20. Podcasting With Skype
21. Advanced Editing in Audacity
22. Advanced Editing In Wavepad
23. What’s An Ogg? Choosing the Best Audio Format for Your Audience
24. Professional Studio Equipment: What To Look For If You Upgrade
25. Indie Music Podcasts: How To Help Bands Find You
26. Advanced VideoCasting
27. Guerrilla Podcast Marketing
28. How To Obtain A Sponsor For Your Podcast
29. How To Attract More Listeners

Link: International Podcasting Expo.
Must read: Podcast Step-by-Step Tutorial.

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