Welcome Podcast Guest
What To Expect
Get Your Tech Ready
Test Your Setup
Sign The Release Form
Connect To The Show!
What to Expect
Video & audio recording (you’ll be on camera!)
We record remotely using VDO Ninja (like Zoom)
It’s a clean show – no swearing, please!
We’ll start with a bit of banter before bringing you in
- Tip: We *strongly recommend* joining from a computer with Chrome.
Get Your Tech Ready
Use headphones (no exceptions please)
Use headphones (no exceptions please)
Find a quiet, well-lit space with a tidy background
Elevate the camera (notebook PC) so that it is head height
Ensure a fast, reliable internet connection (ethernet is best)
- Tip: We *strongly recommend* joining from a computer with Chrome.
Test Your Setup
Check Your System
Click the button below to open VDO Ninja and make sure:
- Your camera and mic are working
- You’re using Chrome (not Safari!)
- Your lighting and sound are good
- This is what the test looks like on your computer. ⬇️
Local video before transmission
Local video after traversing the internet
Choose Your Browser
Whether on Mac or PC, please use Chrome browser. Other browsers (like Safari) can cause serious problems.
Got Headphones?
Bluetooth KILLS podcasts!
In terms of headphones, use something wired and stable whenever possible!
Streamline Your System
- Do full reboot/restart of your Mac or PC (clears cache).
- Close all other open tabs on your browser.
- Close all other programs running in the background.
- Plug your device into a power source (no battery).
- Close any apps using internet: Slack, WhatsApp, Email, etc.
- Ask others not to stream or use internet bandwith on their devices while you’re recording.
