330 Skype Is Shutting Off Access To Pamela And Call Reorder (UPDATE), Stats Addiction And More
Summary: Skype Cutting Access To Software Recorders I've recently been informed that Skype is shutting down it's desktop API in December 2013. This will affect podcasters who rely on software plugins like Pamela or Call Recorder to record Skype conversations for their podcasts. Skype has a brief note about this on their support website. The developers behind the Pamela Plugin for the PC also have a post about this on their support website. I had Erik Fisher join me to talk about this subject in this episode. (Topic Starts At 00:48:42) (NOTE: SEE SKYPE UPDATE BELOW) Skype Desktop API Update Great news! Skype has decided to cancel it's plans to stop supporting their desktop API after December of this year. In a blog post on 11/6/2013, they said, "Previously we shared that we would retire the Desktop API later this year. However, I’m happy to share that we will be extending support for two of the most widely used features – call recording and compatibility with hardware devices." This means that if you are using Skype recording software that works today, it will continue to be supported beyond December of this year! Product Pages Get An Upgrade (00:07:23) I'll eventually get around to updating the listing for each of my digital training tutorials found on my products page. However, in this episode, I share what I've been working on as far as creating stand alone pages that are used to actually deliver these tutorials. While I was creating these new pages, I updated my Inside The Studio tutorial with three brand new tutorials. In the episode, I shared my encouragement to get this tutorial at the $75 price while you can. I will be raising the cost of this tutorial to $100 VERY SOON. Stats Addiction (00:18:14) Erik Fisher and I have an updated discussion on the topic of having too much focus on our download stats and our iTunes Rankings. Listen to the episode to find out our thoughts on this. Twitter Allows You To Receive DM's from people you don't follow (00:39:01) Erik and I also discuss Twitter's new functionality that allows you to "opt-in" to the ability to receive direct messages from anyone on Twitter, even if you are not following them. Podcasting A to Z Do you want to learn how to podcast but don't know where to start? Podcasting A to Z is a four week online training course that walks you through each step in the process of setting up a podcast. You not only get step-by-step tutorials, but you also have the ability to get answers to all your questions during the four week session. If you have been thinking about starting a podcast, this is the course for you. Just head over to http://PodcastingAtoZ.com for full details. I look forward to potentially working with you. The Podcast Mastermind Are you a podcaster? Are you self-employed or desire to be? Are you willing to invest in your future success? Have you heard about The Podcast Mastermind organization? The Podcast Mastermind is focused on the personal and professional growth of it's members. Find out more at PodcastMastermind.com! Upcoming Event Schedule One of my favorite things about traveling to, and speaking at conferences, is meeting members of my community. I always make it a point to host a community meetup wherever I travel. Below is a list of events that you might be interested in. If you can make it to any of these events, I'd love to have the opportunity to meet you. If you are not able to attend the event, but are in that area, I'd still love for you to come to the personal community meetup that I will host in that town. Platform Conference November 3-5 - Dallas, TX Conference Link - http://PlatformConference.tv Affiliate Info: Use promo code "Cliff" to save $100 on registration! New Media Expo January 4-6, 2014 - Las Vegas, NV Conference Link - http://NewMediaExpo.com
