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September 1, 2007

RECORDING TOOLS TO PRODUCE YOUR FIRST SHOW

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This is episode 01 of many to come in the Be A Show Host Tips series. My name is Jody Colvard, Founder of the FMG Network, Women in Podcasting and the New Men in Podcasting.

In each episode I will be sharing with you tips and techniques to produce your own show. I will be covering recording, editing, interviews, vocal training, syndication, promotion and sponsorship and so much more.

In this Episode 01, I take you through the basics of recording your first audio episode. Included in the video is a link to another tutorial that takes you through downloading Audacity, a Free Open Source recording/editing program, a good inexpensive starter microphone and much more.

Keep an eye out for Episode 02, being posted soon, with an amazing interview with the vocal master in Hollywood, Mr. Bob Corff. Bob is called upon by the major motion picture producers to help celebrities achieve their perfect voice. Over the years Bob has worked on many movies and television episodes, many I am sure you have heard of. Here are just a few: Jennifer Aniston in Friends, Samuel L. Jackson in Pulp Fiction, Sally Field in Forrest Gump, Cate Blanchett, in Aviator, Jake Gyllenhaal in Jarhead & Brokeback Mountain, Jodi Foster in Flight Plan & Inside Man, the list goes on and on... You don't want to miss this!

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September 4, 2007

BOB CORFF: VOICE COACH TO THE STARS

Bob Corff It is my pleasure to share with you an interview with an amazing, warm hearted man that is sought after by major motion picture and television production teams to help coach and bring out the beautiful voices that we hear on the silver screen.

Bob Corff has been in the entertainment world for many years and is no stranger to being on the screen himself. In fact, Corff mastered his voice coaching techniques during a long-lived acting career, he played lead roles in many acclaimed stage productions including Jesus in "Jesus Christ Superstar", Danny Zuko in Broadway's production of "Grease" and was the lead in the Los Angeles production of "Hair". He was in many television series and movies such as:

"McMillan & Wife", "The Bold Ones" and starred in the Roger Corman cult classic film "Gasss".

Bob Corff knows first-hand that what a person says is not as important as how it is said. As top vocal coach to thousands of such big-name stars as Vanessa Redgrave, Jodi Foster, Samuel L. Jackson, Jennifer Aniston, William H. Macy, Cate Blanchett, as well as business leaders and public speakers, Bob Corff has made a definite impact on their careers and their lives.

Enriching your voice alters the way you feel about yourself and the way people respond to you, Corff says. In an age which emphasizes personal development and competitiveness in the workplace, it surprises Corff how many public figures and business people are not aware of the importance of having an effective voice.

Bob Corff is a prominent and much-sought-after vocal coach and shares with you the tips he shares with his famous clients in acheiving your true voice, the voice that commands respect and will make people take notice of who you are and what you have to share.

View Bob Corff's Amazing Celebrity Students

9 Minute Promo of Bob Corff Interview

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Posted by Jody Colvard on September 4, 2007 9:14 AM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0)

September 13, 2007

CREATING AN INFOMERCIAL WITH FREE SOFTWARE

Episode 03: Using the Free Cam Studio Software to Create an infomercial for your show. You can get this software at: http://www.camstudio.org

Posted by Jody Colvard on September 13, 2007 5:40 AM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0)

October 31, 2007

ELVIRA, MISTRESS OF THE DARK: HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

JODY COLVARD INTERVIEWS CASSANDRA PETERSON: AKA ELVIRA

One of my favorite show hosts of all time: Elvira! Being a child of Halloween (my birthday is October 31st), I am thrilled to have the honor to interview Cassandra Peterson on Be A Show Host Tips. Stay tuned for for all the details and take a look at the banner of her new Fox Reality Show "The Search for the Next Elvira" (scroll down to see banner).

Elvira's alter ego, Cassandra Peterson, was born in Manhattan, Kansas and raised in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Cassandra remembers being mesmerized by Ann-Margret. "I always wanted to be a dancer, ever since I saw Ann-Margret in 'Viva Las Vegas'." Just days after graduating from high school, Cassandra fled to Vegas where, at the age of 17, she became the youngest showgirl in Las Vegas history.

Cassandra's desire to emulate Ann-Margret led to an evening with the legendary Elvis Presley, who saw her perform and encouraged her to pursue a singing career. Off to Europe, Cassandra toured extensively as lead singer for an Italian rock band. Eventually settling in Rome, where she became fluent in Italian, Cassandra met renowned director, Federico Fellini, who cast her in his classic film, "Fellini's Roma".

Returning stateside, Cassandra formed her own nightclub review, "Mama's Boys", which toured the national club circuit. In the late 70's, she joined the satiric improvisational troupe, The Groundlings, which also produced such notables as Phil Hartman, Pee Wee Herman, Jon Lovitz and Julia Sweeney. There she honed her now renowned comedic skills as both a writer and performer.

Film and television appearances such as "Cheech And Chong's Next Movie", "Fantasy Island", "Happy Days" and "St. Elsewhere" followed, but Cassandra recalls, "I was your typical struggling actress. I went to every audition, took a million acting, dancing and singing lessons and spent years wondering where my next meal was coming from."
It was the fall of 1981, with the birth of her character, Elvira, that it all changed. While she has since played herself in many film and television shows including "Echo Park", "Alan Quartermain" and "Pee Wee's Big Adventure", Cassandra Peterson ultimately combines her numerous talents into an intriguing persona which has not only become a Halloween icon, but a "vamp" for all seasons.

Happy Halloween, I Hope That You Enjoy the Interview:
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See Elvira in "The Search for the Next Elvira" on Fox Network

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January 11, 2008

SOCIAL NETWORKING WITH NING'S GINA BIANCHINI

JODY COLVARD INTERVIEWS THE CEO OF NING GINA BIANCHINI

My guest Gina Bianchini is an episode that you certainly do not want to miss. In this next generation of the Internet, building relationships and communities are essential to your survival in business on the Internet.

I have reviewed almost all of the social networks available online, I can whole-heartedly recommend Ning as a must in developing communities a place for your viewers and listeners of your shows to connect.

Gina Bianchini and Marc Andreessen founded Ning (which means Peace in Chinese) in October 2004 to give everyone the opportunity to create social networks. Two and a half years later, Ning powers over 90,000 social networks and counting.

From eBay sellers in Upstate New York to bead store owners in Maine, aspiring hip hop artists in New Jersey, pop culture junkies in New York City, college professors in Germany, young deviant artists in North Carolina, and even a few big media companies in LA, with Ning anyone can create the perfect social network for them.

What makes this all possible is the Ning Platform. As a platform, you don't have to appeal to Ning for the features you want. If you have the time and the inclination, you can build them yourself. It's the software equivalent of Home Depot. Platforms give everyone the freedom to create.

Create Your Ning Community Today!

Posted by Jody Colvard on January 11, 2008 6:07 AM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0)

April 11, 2008

GINA BIANCHINI ON THE COVER OF FAST COMPANY

You may remember my interview with the CEO of Ning, Gina Bianchini the beginning of this year, if you check out the new Fast Company Magazine for the month of March, you will see Gina right on the cover. A gorgeous woman with the intelligence to match her beauty. Congratulations Gina for all the amazing things coming your way, you deserve it!

If you didn't get a chance to catch that particular interview with Gina, I am posting her bio and the audio here again for you...it's worth a listen, Enjoy!

Gina Bianchini and Marc Andreessen founded Ning (which means Peace in Chinese) in October 2004 to give everyone the opportunity to create social networks. Two and a half years later, Ning powers over 90,000 social networks and counting.

From eBay sellers in Upstate New York to bead store owners in Maine, aspiring hip hop artists in New Jersey, pop culture junkies in New York City, college professors in Germany, young deviant artists in North Carolina, and even a few big media companies in LA, with Ning anyone can create the perfect social network for them.

What makes this all possible is the Ning Platform. As a platform, you don't have to appeal to Ning for the features you want. If you have the time and the inclination, you can build them yourself. It's the software equivalent of Home Depot. Platforms give everyone the freedom to create.

Listen to the interview with Gina and myself Jody Colvard at the Ning Headquarters:

Read the article about Gina and Ning at FastCompany

Posted by Jody Colvard on April 11, 2008 11:19 PM | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBacks (0)