Social Media Podcast

Edition 24 - Sallie Goetsch talks about her work

Sun, 08 Aug 2010 22:40:30 +0100

In Edition 24 we are privileged to have Sallie Goetsch join us for a chat about her work and the current social media climate in the US.

Sallie is co-founder of Podcast Asylum, owner of The Author-izer and the Fileslinger Backup Blog. She is also a ghost writer (having written her first novel at the age of 19). a linguist with special expertise in Latin and Greek and, she is a regular speaker at podcasting and social media conferences.

Sallie talks about her work with Podcast Asylum, Filesliger Backup Blog and Strategic Name Development, giving us an insight about her work in social media. We also discuss the current podcasting and social media climate in the US and talk about her guest hosting on the FIR (For Immediate Release) podcast when she fills in for her good friend Shel Holtz.

Edition 23 - Valerie Surgenor talks about the Digital Economy Act

Fri, 30 Jul 2010 22:31:59 +0100

We catch up with Valerie Surgenor from MacRoberts Solicitors to find out about Ofcom's Consultation Paper on the Digital Economy Act.

Edition 22 - A solution for Steve Jobs and the iPhone 4, The Buzz and Connect with FM

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 15:20:46 +0100

The Social Media Podcast team are back to discuss a variety of social media topics including: the iPhone 4 problems and our revolutionary solution, Connected FM's new networking site, Poyzo, dlvr.it, The Buzz network from fatBuzz, the Wired App and a number of other topics. Often light hearted and always informative, this episode is well worth a listen.

Edition 21 - The Attacat team talk about SEO, Google Analytics and Facebook advertising

Tue, 13 Jul 2010 18:44:47 +0100

Gordon and Kyle from fatBuzz are joined by the Attacat team, Tim Barlow, Ben Rogers and Joel Lumsden to talk about the SEO, PPC Advertising and Facebook advertising presentations they have been doing for the fatBuzz New Media Breakfast. We also discuss Kyle's new iPhone 4, Google Me, Google Cafe other related news about SEO and online advertising.

Edition 20 - Connected FM's social media strategy, the big name change and, Zappos are human

Wed, 26 May 2010 01:46:05 +0100

In edition 20 we talk to Iain Murray and Shona Lyttel about Connected FM's commitment to social media as an integral part of their marketing and how their whole web presence revolves around transparency and engagement. We also discuss the reasons for the forthcoming Podcastmatters name change on the 17th June.

Also mentioned: A rare Zappos mistake and how effectively they dealt with it, John McGuire and Phoenix Car Company's network site, the iPad, the sony Bloggie and Iain's usual gadget, App and software roundup.

Edition 19 - iPad 3G Tariffs, HTC Legened gets fired and, YouTube for SEO

Tue, 11 May 2010 09:04:01 +0100

In edition 19 I chat with Kyle Murdoch, Iain Murray and Shona Lyttel about the iPad 3G tariffs and whether it's really worth taking a 3G package. We also discuss the dangers of exceeding the monthly bandwidth charge and how we've been caught out in the past. Iain does his usual look at gadgets and Apps and explains why his shiny new HTC Legend has been fired in the space of one episode of the podcast!

We hear from Tim Barlow at Attacat who answers a listener question about the value of regularly updating your YouTube Channel and whether it plays any part Search Engine Optimisation.

Edition 18 - The Digital Economy Act with Valerie Surgenor

Mon, 19 Apr 2010 19:07:38 +0100

The Digital Economy Act went through parliament under the "was up" procedure - in this episode we speak to Valerie Surgenor, IT Lawyer with Macroberts who explains the "wash up" procedure and some of the key aspects of the Digital Economy Act. Valerie explains where she forsees issues with the act and explains a little about the procedure for making future amendments.

www.macroberts.com

Edition 17 - The iPad, we have a panel in to try out and discuss the new iPad

Thu, 08 Apr 2010 10:27:43 +0100

We were lucky enough to get one of the first iPads in Scotland, less than 24 hours after it was launched in the USA so we got a panel together to try it out, discuss the features and, chat about whether there really is a market for this type of device. The panel consists of Valerie Surgenor, IT Lawyer with MacRoberts, Shona Lyttel, PR & Marketing Manager with Connectedfm, our resident gadget man Iain Murray, CEO of Connectedfm, Alex Dobbie, Designer in Residence, Glasgow School of Art, Kyle Murdoch and Gordon White from Podcastmatters.

We also chat with John McGlynn of the Airlink Group who was kind enough to bring the iPad from New York for us and he tells as a bit about the experience in the queue and some of the people he met.

Finally we catch up with Colin Gilchrist to talk about the Edinburgh Coffee Mornings and the Edinburgh New Media Breakfast.

Edition 16 - Google Execs get jail sentence, where to get a Social Media Policy and Gadgets Galore!

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 23:28:11 +0000

Iain Murray from Chardfm makes his debut as our Gadget advisor, we're still trying to give him a name so please let us know your ideas at gordon@podcastmatters.co.uk Iain discusses lots of great gadgets, web sites and mobile Apps.

John Mackenzie, Partner at Pinsent Masons the law firm behind http://www.out-law.com joins us to talk about the recent ruling in the Italian Courts which led to three Google Execcutives being handed suspended jail sentences. John explains the law behind this case and why it could be a landmark ruling.

Steve Cook from Empire HR http://www.empirehr.com tells us why it's so important for organisations to have a Social Media Policy and the implications for the companies that don't give out proper guidelines to employees.

Edition 15 - Interview with Paul Levinson, authour of New New Media

Wed, 24 Feb 2010 10:52:17 +0000

We talk to Paul Levinson, Professor of Communication and Media Studies at Fordham University in New York and author of New New Media. during the interview we discuss Paul's book, social media in politics, China, social media in the workplace and a selection of other topics.

We also announce a new contributor to the Social Media Podcast and look forward to what's happening in Social Media Podcast N0.16.

Contacts:
Our Network: http://network.podcastmatters.co.uk
Web Site: http://www.podcastmatters.co.uk
Email: gordon@podcastmatters.co.uk kyle@podcastmatters.co.uk malcolm@podcastmatters.co.uk
Twitter: @gordonwhite @kjmurdocj @malcolmwhite1
Telephone: 0141 616 3155

Edition 14 - Scott Allsion, Iain Murray and Shona Lyttel

Fri, 12 Feb 2010 05:27:02 +0000

Scott Allison talks about his trip to visit Zappos in Los Vegas and Iain Murray and Shona Lyttel from Chardfm talk about Social Media on the move.

Preview of the interview with Paul Levinson, author of New New Media

Some great discussion and comments from everyone.

We also give details of the new Podcastmatters iPhone App

Details of the next round of New Media Breakfasts in Glasgow, Edinburgh and Inverness

Edition 13 - Cows in Inverurie, beans on toast and what happened to Evan Ratliff?

Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:17:29 +0000

In this episode we discuss the Wired Magazine article - Vanish. Evan Ratliff tried to disappear for a month, did he conduct a realistic exercise. Can you disappear and maintain a social media profile? http://www.wired.com/vanish

We talk to Eddie Gilmour, MD of Spymasters http://www.spymaster.org about the exercise and your digital footprint

We also talk about Bakupify which offers a back-up service for all your social media activity http://www.backupify.com

What we got up to in a car park in Inverurie with a cow!

Beans on Toast - We review the Red Laser iPhone App

We also review a couple of other iPhone Apps - AudioBoo and FourSquare

New Media Breakfast 29th January - Social Media in the Work Place

Edition 12 - Interview with John McTaggart, Modernity Scotland

Wed, 30 Dec 2009 18:09:53 +0000

John McTaggart, Modernity Scotland talks about social media in education and the how he thinks social media will play a part in the 2010 General Election in the UK.

Edition 11 - Rounding off the year

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 23:18:04 +0000

In this edition Gordon and Kyle from Podcastmatters round off the year with a chat about the latest stories appearing in the social media scene and what we've been doing for our clients in social media. There's an interview with John McGlyyn, Chairman of Airlink Group about his approach to social media and a look at some of the highlights of the year.

We also discuss the Book of the Year, Quote of the Year, Video of the Year and some other general ramblings.

Podcastmatters social network - http://network.podcastmatters.co.uk
Podcastmatters web site - http://www.podcastmatters.co.uk

Gordon White on Twitter - www.twitter.com/gordonwhite
Kyle Murdoch on Twitter - www.twitter.com/kjmurdoch

Edition 10 - Interview with Mitch Joel

Thu, 24 Dec 2009 16:04:15 +0000

Mitch Joel, author of Six Pixels of Separation, talks about the his book and the changing nature of communication in business.

Edition 9 - Breakfast, newspapers and Cameron

Tue, 29 Sep 2009 19:49:41 +0100

We talk about the launch of the New Media Breakfast Glasgow and review some of the Titter and Blog comments made during and after the launch. We also look forward to the launch of the New Media Breakfast Edinburgh and talk about Gordon's alleged "pop at the newspapers".

Also on the podcast is Cameron White, a 15 year old schoolboy who joins Podcastmatters this week for his work experience.

Edition 8 - Alastair Campbell

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 09:51:51 +0100

Former Head of Communications for the Labour Party, Alastair Campbell gives as his thoughts on Social Media in politics and, his opinion of how prepared the current political parties in the UK are for running effective social media campaign. We also discuss Kenneth Martin's interview and the need for transparency in communication.

Edition 7 - New Media Breakfast

Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:02:37 +0100

Social Media Podcast Edition 7 - We talk about the forthcoming New Media Breakfast and some of the interviews we will be doing very soon.

Edition 4 - Cliff Ravenscraft

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 12:02:07 +0100

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On this edition, my dodgy laptop microphone is brought into play as I interview Cliff Ravenscraft.

Cliff runs GSPN.tv, where he and his wife Stephanie have built a community of social media participants. Cliff shares his knowledge and gives us some tips on building communities and relationships with faithful listeners.

Edition 6 - Pets Are Cute

Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:55:03 +0000

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Mark Hunter, Clare Malcom and Kyle Murdoch get together to record another Social Media Podcast.

Mr Tweet - http://www.mrtweet.net/
Twitter Visualisations - http://mashable.com/2009/03/16/twitter-visualizations/

Why are Twitter visualisations important as Twitter develops and becomes more important?

Question from CheezeDMG re. Facebook opening up to Google.

Can we separate social media from the success stories?

Further 'explosion' of Twitter - http://news.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/hi/technology/newsid_7948000/7948092.stm - Barack Obama is a celebrity??

Cute as Hell, social network for animals - http://mashable.com/2009/03/16/cute-as-hell/. This illustrates the important of niche social network.

Foursquare - http://playfoursquare.com/help

http://mashable.com/2009/03/16/foursquare/

Kyle prepares to cycle the length of Britain and talks about some inspiration he found online.

Clare picks Moontoast.

Special mention to the launch of the Rise and Shine album.

Edition 5 - Mike Krus and Ewan Spence

Thu, 05 Mar 2009 11:21:57 +0000

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Mark Hunter, Clare Malcolm and Kyle Murdoch are joined in the Saltire Centre by Mike Krus and Ewan Spence. Topics covered include APIs, Gmail 'being down' (do we rely on Google too much for our social media needs?), backing up data, Twitter and why Ewan spends so much time in the States during March.

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Edition 3 - Neville Hobson

Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:09:37 +0000

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Mark Hunter, Clare Malcolm and Kyle Murdoch huddle around Podcastmatters Ltd mics to talk social media.

Once again, Twestival is on our minds as is a recent post on Mashable regarding the top brands currently using Twitter; what do your Tweets need in order to have the most impact.

We're joined on the telephone by Neville Hobson of the inimitable 'For Immediate Release; the Hobson and Holtz Report'.

Topics covered with Neville;

Explosion of Twitter over the last 6 months
Importance of validating Twitter identities
Importance of avoiding 'cyber squatting' on Twitter
Twestival; watershed moment in social media

Neville also answers Cameron Reilly's question from the last podcast. He likewise tackles Karin Hoegh's question, as submitted via Twitter.

If you'd like to participate in a future Social Media Podcast, please contact me via Twitter or leave a comment on the blog.

This edition of the Social Media Podcast was brought to you by The Hirer, thanks to them for their support.

Edition 1 - Twitter and CC Chapman

Sun, 01 Feb 2009 14:41:29 +0000

Edition 2 - Twestival, Swearing and Cameron Reilly

Fri, 06 Feb 2009 14:41:28 +0000

Mark Hunter, Clare Malcolm and Kyle Murdoch gather in the Podcastmatters Ltd studio for another edition of the Social Media Podcast.

On today's show we cover;

Twestival
Charity:Water
Fake Bake's burgeoning social media presence
Interview Cameron Reilly
Cameron talks about his background, the challenges and threats facing social media, his perception on whether corporations now 'get it' and how newspapers are flogging a dead horse (interview NSFW)

We also discuss the death of newspapers (Facebook Cause)

Visit Podcastmatter's social network to engage with fellow social media producers and consumers. Paul Levinson has just posted this great video, highly recommended viewing.