Bruce Chamoff | Pioneering Podcast Networks - Mick Unplugged [EP 15]
Mick Unplugged
Mick Hunt
5 • 1.6K Ratings
🗓️ 23 May 2024
⏱️ 26 minutes
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Summary
In this engaging episode, Mick Hunt explores Bruce Chamoff's groundbreaking journey in podcasting. Bruce discusses his early challenges, the strategic insights that led to the creation of the World Podcast Network, and how he adapted to technological changes over the years. His story is a testament to innovation and adaptability in the digital age.
Bruce Chamoff's Background: From aspiring DJ to web developer and ultimately a podcast network founder.
Defining Moments: Bruce's transition from music and web development to creating a pioneering podcast platform.
Discussion Topics:
- The inception of the World Podcast Network and its evolution.
- Challenges of podcast marketing before the prevalence of social media.
- The impact of podcasts on communication and media.
Key Quotes:
- "I always wanted to be a radio DJ...I found a way to market other podcasts."
- "We didn't have social media...we had to rely on search engine optimization."
Next Steps:
- Explore: Visit the World Podcast Network to discover diverse podcasts.
- Reflect: Consider how digital media has transformed your access to information and entertainment.
- Engage: Share your favorite podcast episode from the World Podcast Network using #MickUnplugged.
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Transcript
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| 0:00.0 | Are you ready to change your habits, sculpt your destiny, and light up your path to greatness? |
| 0:07.0 | Welcome to the epicenter of transformation. This is Mick Unplugged. |
| 0:13.0 | We'll help you identify your because, so you can create a routine that's not just productive, but powerful. |
| 0:25.7 | You'll embrace the art of evolution, adapt strategies to stay ahead of the game, |
| 0:28.0 | and take a step toward the extraordinary. |
| 0:30.4 | So let's unleash your potential. |
| 0:32.2 | Now, here's Mick. |
| 0:37.4 | Welcome to an extraordinary conversation on Mick Unplug, where we explore the depths of innovation, |
| 0:40.0 | resilience, and the power of because. Today, we're diving into the world of podcasting, |
| 0:46.4 | realm that's transformed voices into echoes of change and inspiration. And joining us today as a |
| 0:52.2 | pioneer, a visionary who saw the future before it |
| 0:55.5 | unfolded, and the architect behind the World Podcast Network. Ladies and gentlemen, it is my |
| 1:01.3 | distinct honor to introduce you to Mr. Ruth Tamaw. Bruce, Bruce, welcome to the show, my man. |
| 1:07.3 | Hey, Mick. Thank you for having me. Dude, so much I want to talk to you about. I mean, |
| 1:12.3 | starting the first ever podcast network, what was the method to your madness of seeing that |
| 1:18.3 | need and creating the network? I like how you put that as a need. Yeah, I mean, there was a need |
| 1:24.5 | at the time in 2005 when podcasting started becoming bigger. |
| 1:30.0 | And that is, a lot of people don't know that it's been around almost 20 years now, |
| 1:34.7 | but a lot of people are just noticing podcasting because of the pandemic. |
| 1:39.9 | Because that exploded with the pandemic. |
| 1:42.9 | But I always wanted to be a radio DJ. |
| 1:46.1 | And this is the story. |
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