Digital RV Podcast

In the vein of, “How’d they do that”, this episode shows in some detail how podcasts are assembled here.  Also you’ll see how the tutorials that have been appearing at the Digital RV Podcast are created.

Why demonstrate this?  Simple….it show’s other travelers that creating video while at home or traveling is not out of your reach.  Anybody can put together their own video documentaries.  Talk about bringing your trip slide shows to a whole new level.

That’s been the point behind creating the Digital RV.  I wanted to let folks know how accessible the latest technology is.  It doesn’t have to be a black box that only tech geeks understand.  It’s something available to everybody.

I sure hope this episode gives you some new ideas, and gets the creative thoughts rolling.  Enjoy!

 

 Episode 9 - Creating video on the road: Behind the scenes at the Digital RV [16:59m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (514)

Back to Episode 5 again. Episode 5 will be a continuing series on how to use Wordpress. Given the quantity of questions I’ve had in my travels regarding my blogs, how they work, and how well they can be used to keep loved ones informed while traveling, I thought it’s important enough to help viewers really understand how Wordpress works.

Todays segment gets into the distinction between posts & pages, how to “protect” posts from being read by people you don’t want to read them, and finally how to create a static home page instead of the standard blog setup.

As always, comments and questions are welcome at The Digital RV Podcast.

 

 Episode 5, Part III: Posts, Pages, & Privacy with Wordpress [16:16m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (310)

Often video podcasts, audio podcasts, and lots of still photography shows up on my sites.  I’ve been asked regularly, “What do you use to put it all together?”  Well, in this podcast I’ll show you the equipment that’s used in order to bring you The Digital RV Podcast, and Gadget’s Airstream Chronicles Podcasts and photos.  You might be surprised.

Keep in mind, the latest video podcasts are now shot with a Sony Hard Drive Camcorder.  That was not featured in this episode.  It was being used to shoot the episode instead.  ;)  I’ll get a picture up shortly so you can see the last component. 

 

 Episode 8 - Still Photography, Audio, and Video...What do you really need to make it happen? [6:38m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (353)

By request (we do that here) I’ve put together a quick piece on setting a WEP key on the Kyocera KR1. Additionally, a visit to one of my favorite sites, DSLReports.com, is also included in this video podcast.

As always, questions, comments, and requests are welcome here.

 

 Video Podcast Extra - Viewer request on Episode 7 [6:12m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (342)

One of the most common questions presented to me in my travels is with respect to Internet connectivity while traveling.  There are plenty of ways to stay in touch over the Internet for the intrepid traveler.  Local libraries often offer internet access.  RV parks are deploying WiFi systems, and even state run rest areas provide free WiFi now (thanks Texas).

But still, RV’ers are often left without reliable connection options.  You can’t be on the net all of the time.

This podcast covers my personal solution.  A Verizon Wireless network card and the Kyocera KR1 WiFi Router.  For 6 months the setup has worked well.  Check out the video, and see what you think.

 

 Episode 7 - Communications on the Road: The Site Host's Mobile Internet Solution [14:47m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (433)

Yesterday I got ahold of the latest copy of ITunes.  Talk about a great number of new features.  So I thought it was important to do a video demo of the newest version of ITunes as soon as possible.  The big enhancements in my mind are:

• Movie downloads are now available at the ITunes store.  This is huge for travelers on the road who want entertaiment, but don’t want to carry around a giant DVD collection.
• More new TV series are being added almost daily.
• The browser window in ITunes has been massively improved.
• Adding your own recorded and ripped video content to ITunes has become even easier.
• Album artwork additions are simpler than ever before.

Those are just a few of the highlights.  Check out the podcast and you’ll see what I’m talking about.

 

 Episode 6 - Entertainment on the road: ITunes 7 Video Highlights [10:48m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (298)

In the second installment of working with wordpress you’re walked through setting up the Options in the software.  There are many options to set too. 

If you’re wondering about creating “private” blogs, this is the tutorial for you.  Yes, you can indeed create a private blog.

 

 Episode 5, Part II: Setting up options in Wordpress [16:35m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (269)

Keeping in touch from the road has never been easier.  We’ve got cell phones, wireless internet, e-mail, PDA’s, and more.  But my favorite method of keeping in touch has become through Blogging.

Blogs (or weblogs) are a great way to keep in touch with many people.  Basically you can use a blog as a daily journal, photo gallery, or spot to pop up random thoughts.  What you use your blog for is only limited by your own imagination.

The favorite blogging software here at the Digital RV is Wordpress.  It’s free, easy to use, and has so many “extra” features.  So, today’s podcast episode walks you through setting up your own blog at Wordpress.com 

 

 Episode 5 - Communications from the road: Blogging with Wordpress [20:02m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (304)

Today’s podcast is a little different.  It’s an audio podcast first off, which is very different for the Digital RV.

Secondly, we’ll review Chapter 1 of the Digital RV.  It struck me that some readers and viewers might not be completely familiar with the Digital RV book.  So, this episode should address exactly what the Digital RV’ing concept is about.

I’d recomend downloading this podcast and using ITunes to play it.  There are some photos with links to manufacturer sites for your information. Hope you find this “extra” episode informative and useful.

 

 Extra - An in depth introduction to the Digital RV concept [20:48m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (362)

The second part of episode 4 is now available.  For months I’ve searched high and low for a reasonable cost DVD ripping program for Windows.  I’d come across AOA DVD Ripper back in May, and had only tried the demo version.  Finally I decided to spring for the AOA package and give it a whirl.

The program is pretty straightforward.  I would suggest getting all of the AOA components (video converter, MP4 / IPod converter, etc), as you’ll need them if you really want to create smaller files.

After recording this episode I played with the AOA program some more, and found you could create smaller files by reducing the screen size of the video in question.

Overall though, even with it’s straightforward interface, the AOA DVD Ripper doesn’t compare to the free Handbrake program for Macintosh.

I’ve shopped DVD Rippers for a while now, both over the counter and online.  AOA is definitely a good product for the price.  If readers & viewers have other suggestions for better Windows ripping software, let me know and I’ll try to get a review of the product up for all to see.

 

 Episode 4 Part 2- "Ripping" DVDs to your hard drive on Windows [10:37m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download (300)