Cruise Critic Podcast Now on iTunes

[Krazy Kruizers]

I wouldn't be interested in listening to a podcast.

I like to read.

[SteveH2508]

Can't you also download podcasts? If so, having a series on commonly visited ports would be great.

 

 

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Rick Steve has quite a few available to download already.

[SteveH2508]

FAQs on cruise lines would maybe be helpful - BUT - they do need to be kept updated.

 

Some of CC's written articles contain some outdated or downright wrong information (e.g. cost of NCL's drinks package).

[EditorAndrew]

I've listened to half of the vista vs harmony episode on my computer and I love it! I second what another poster said, having reviews of common ports with excursion suggestions would be great! Also a podcast on various cruising tipsters

 

 

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Thanks for listening.:)

[EditorAndrew]

Sounds interesting, I am about to cruise so will check it out next year.:D

 

Thanks for the support!

[EditorAndrew]

FAQs on cruise lines would maybe be helpful - BUT - they do need to be kept updated.

 

Some of CC's written articles contain some outdated or downright wrong information (e.g. cost of NCL's drinks package).

 

Thanks for the suggestion. Keeping pricing info up to date can get tricky but we'll keep that in mind.

[whogo]

Listened to a bit of Drink Packages 101 and was unimpressed with the presentation. Sorry. 18 minutes! Here is drink packages 101 in one sentence: Estimate how much you would spend with and without the drink package and choose the cheaper option.

[Mickfarland4]

I would! And as someone who has not cruised yet, I would find it useful. I love to listen to podcasts while cooking. My 2 favorite comedians from the tv show, Impractical Jokers, got me hooked on podcasts when they started their own called What Say You a few years back. A podcast could be an easy way for us newbies to learn about cruising!

[lenquixote66]

I would love to be able to hear a Podcast on CC

[ChiefSealthCruz]

I think you are on to something. I like Andrew's enthusiasm as podcast host. The content is off to a great start too. The podcast on buffets has a distracting echo that makes everyone sound like they have a bucket over their heads; you might want to check into this. I have ran into this in episodes of other people's podcasts too, so it isn't just you, nor the entire series.

 

I would also shorten the musical interlude between the introduction and the main part of the podcast. I find waiting for the same tune to finish each time a bit annoying, but I'm sure that it is probably just me. Most podcasters that I listen to do this, and while I don't care for it, it isn't a deal breaker for me.

 

I am looking forward to hearing more podcasts in the future. You're off to a great start; keep up the good work.

[liddia]

If you plan to launch the podcast, would you release it on itunes?

 

 

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[JaJaSaHa]

I think the podcasts are a great way for people to learn more about a topic that casino interests them. I always turn to Cruise Critic first when I am looking for information about a future cruise.

 

I agree podcasts are a great way to learn more about different subjects. As a cruise novice I would love a good podcast with this topic! :D

[EditorAndrew]

Listened to a bit of Drink Packages 101 and was unimpressed with the presentation. Sorry. 18 minutes! Here is drink packages 101 in one sentence: Estimate how much you would spend with and without the drink package and choose the cheaper option.

Thanks for the feedback. The Drinks packages one was our first attempt so they get better after that one.

 

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[EditorAndrew]

I would! And as someone who has not cruised yet, I would find it useful. I love to listen to podcasts while cooking. My 2 favorite comedians from the tv show, Impractical Jokers, got me hooked on podcasts when they started their own called What Say You a few years back. A podcast could be an easy way for us newbies to learn about cruising!

Thank you for the support. [emoji2] We're hoping this format would be more approachable for new cruisers.

 

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[EditorAndrew]

I would love to be able to hear a Podcast on CC

Thanks for the support! [emoji2]

 

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[EditorAndrew]

I think you are on to something. I like Andrew's enthusiasm as podcast host. The content is off to a great start too. The podcast on buffets has a distracting echo that makes everyone sound like they have a bucket over their heads; you might want to check into this. I have ran into this in episodes of other people's podcasts too, so it isn't just you, nor the entire series.

 

I would also shorten the musical interlude between the introduction and the main part of the podcast. I find waiting for the same tune to finish each time a bit annoying, but I'm sure that it is probably just me. Most podcasters that I listen to do this, and while I don't care for it, it isn't a deal breaker for me.

 

I am looking forward to hearing more podcasts in the future. You're off to a great start; keep up the good work.

Thanks for listening. Glad you enjoyed it![emoji1]

 

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[EditorAndrew]

If you plan to launch the podcast, would you release it on itunes?

 

 

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I'll follow up on this thread when a decision on how we proceed with the podcast has been reached.

 

Thank you again for your interest. I'll keep you posted. [emoji1]

 

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[Psychobueller]

Yes more cruise related content in the podcast format is awesome! So, please make it available through iTunes and other common syndication channels.

[ransrider]

I just love podcasts. I am not always able to read the boards but usually can always listen to a podcast. Please keep them coming. Any plans to make the podcast available on stitcher?

[EditorAndrew]

I agree podcasts are a great way to learn more about different subjects. As a cruise novice I would love a good podcast with this topic! :D

 

Thank you for the support!:)

[EditorAndrew]

I just love podcasts. I am not always able to read the boards but usually can always listen to a podcast. Please keep them coming. Any plans to make the podcast available on stitcher?

 

Yes more cruise related content in the podcast format is awesome! So, please make it available through iTunes and other common syndication channels.

 

Thanks for the support. :) A decision on syndication will come after we're done collecting this round of feedback.

[EditorAndrew]

Thank you all for the great feedback. We're over halfway through our trial run.

 

Please keep the comments coming, all opinions are welcome.

 

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[jeromep]

So far, all of your podcasts are interesting and educational. I would suggest keeping tabs on your audio quality. I'm hearing quite a bit of room echo, especially on drink packages 101 and buffets. You may want to consider different microphones, a different space to do your recordings, or some audio editing software that can address some of these sound artifacts.

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[newtocruising2]

I listen to a wide variety of podcasts and would love to hear yours. Will try to listen, but trying to do so while attached to a computer is difficult. I listen in the car and on runs (and while traveling), so solid audio quality is imperative.

[EditorAndrew]

So far, all of your podcasts are interesting and educational. I would suggest keeping tabs on your audio quality. I'm hearing quite a bit of room echo, especially on drink packages 101 and buffets. You may want to consider different microphones, a different space to do your recordings, or some audio editing software that can address some of these sound artifacts.

 

Thanks for the advice. We'll take it into account as we continue to refine.