Topic: National Association Of Broadcasters

2 chapters across the catalog

Rise of the Betas
Episode 1014 2:12:53 - 2:14:20

1014: Rise of the Betas

NAB Podcast Pavilion, Industry Recognition

The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) show features a "Podcast Pavilion" and a "perfect podcasting studio." The hosts criticized mainstream media coverage of podcasting, which often credits shows like "Serial" or "Gimlet Media" for the medium's success while ignoring long-term independent podcasters. Listeners attending the NAB show were asked to send photos of the pavilion.

New Mediocre
Episode 713 13:47 - 15:37

713: New Mediocre

NAB Convention Technology, Countryman Microphones, Proper Placement

The discussion shifts to the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) floor, focusing on audio gear and microphone technology. Curry recounts visiting the Countryman booth and learning the correct way to wear earset microphones, noting that the capsule should be pressed against the cheek for optimal performance. He observes that many professional users wear these microphones incorrectly as small boom mics.