Our Network’s Podcasts

Practical(ly) Zero Waste Welcome to Practical(ly) Zero Waste, a podcast about making zero waste living as practical as possible. Each episode discusses straightforward practical changes we can make that add up to create a big difference environmentally.
The Antidote Christian music that doesn't suck.
A Canadian Celiac Podcast A Canadian Celiac Podcast will explore information, research, lifestyle issues and personal stories of individuals who have celiac disease or non-celiac gluten sensitivity.
Gluten Free Weigh In Sue Jennett, and her co-hosts are all on different weight loss/management journeys with one thing in common - they are all committed to a gluten free diet. Join the conversation weekly to catch up with the successes and challenges faced by each of the co-hosts taking a different path to control their weight.

December 17, 2019

Podcasting 101

December 17, 2019 @ 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Description
Join us for podcast beginners bootcamp. We'll give you the tools you need to get started.

In this presentation and hands-on workshop, instructor and podcast guru Ayesha Barmania will answer such questions as:
* What is a podcast?
* How does podcasting work?
* What makes a good podcast?
* How do I plan out my podcast?
* What equipment do I need?
* How do I edit and publish my audio?
* How do I get listeners?

Bring a laptop, headphones and any writing tools you may need to take notes. Don't have one of these things? Send us an email and we'll try to accommodate: info@ptbopodcasters.ca

Cost: $20

Can't afford it? Send us an email and we'll try to accommodate: info@ptbopodcasters.ca

**You must RSVP by email before December 10th**: info@ptbopodcasters.ca
If you are registering more than one person, please include their email address in your email. We send a reminder and additional details ahead of the workshop.

Minimum enrollment required for the course to proceed: 10
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Audio Editing in Audacity

December 17, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm

Description
Learn how to cut out mistakes, make smooth transitions between clips, layer audio elements into your recordings, and use advanced effects with this 2-hour crash course focusing on Audacity, the free audio editor.

Audacity is a powerful tool, available as a free download, that lets you edit recorded clips, apply effects, and blend multiple recordings like sound effects, music, and vocals to create a professional-sounding production that excites the senses. And it's remarkably simple. If you've used a word processor before, then you can use Audacity.

Bring your own computer and headphones to get the full, hands-on, troubleshooting experience.

Here's what we'll be doing:
- Installing and configuring Audacity
- Importing audio recordings
- Cutting and combining audio clips
- Adjusting track volumes and fading between clips
- Looking a track spectrograms (and explaining what that means)
- Muting and solo-ing tracks
- Using effects like normalizing, truncate silence, compression
- Becoming an audio editing wizard using key commands
- Completing an applied practice assignment with vocals, music, and sound effects
Cost: $15

Email info@ptbopodcasters.ca to register.

Register before Dec. 6 so we can reach our minimum enrollment numbers to go ahead.
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January 9, 2020

Creating A Home Recording Studio

January 9, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Description
If you’ve got a home recording project in the works - podcasting, making music, or other home recording plans - this 3-session workshop is definitely for you. Prepare to enhance your acoustics in this three-part series co-presented by Peterborough Independent Podcasters and Madderhouse Textile Studios.

Local podcaster, Ayesha Barmania will guide you through understanding your home studio goals – starting with the basics on how to assess your space and your needs, going over the fundamentals of audio recording equipment, and DIY strategies for treating your space for better acoustics. Then, textile artist Leslie Menagh will lead you through the designing of your own customized, screen-printed sound treatment quilt and mounted sound baffle.

Maximum 6 participants

Oct 10, 17, and 24, 6-9pm

$240 + HST

Tickets available: https://www.madderhouse.com/studio-workshop-schedule/2019/10/10/creating-a-home-recording-studio

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January 16, 2020

Creating A Home Recording Studio

January 16, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Description
If you’ve got a home recording project in the works - podcasting, making music, or other home recording plans - this 3-session workshop is definitely for you. Prepare to enhance your acoustics in this three-part series co-presented by Peterborough Independent Podcasters and Madderhouse Textile Studios.

Local podcaster, Ayesha Barmania will guide you through understanding your home studio goals – starting with the basics on how to assess your space and your needs, going over the fundamentals of audio recording equipment, and DIY strategies for treating your space for better acoustics. Then, textile artist Leslie Menagh will lead you through the designing of your own customized, screen-printed sound treatment quilt and mounted sound baffle.

Maximum 6 participants

Oct 10, 17, and 24, 6-9pm

$240 + HST

Tickets available: https://www.madderhouse.com/studio-workshop-schedule/2019/10/10/creating-a-home-recording-studio

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Podcasting 101

Audio Editing in Audacity

Creating A Home Recording Studio

Creating A Home Recording Studio