RAIN Notes: October 10

Jottings of note:

 

Big Perspective

Venerated pioneer podcast entrepreneur Todd Cochrane is observing his 20th anniversary as a podcaster. He also runs the Blubrry hosting platform. “When I started podcasting 20 years ago, I could never have imagined the journey it would take me on, he reminisces. “Back then, podcasting was in its infancy, and the possibilities seemed endless but uncertain.” He credits longtime sponsor GoDaddy since 2005, and offers a noteofinspirational advice: “Building a successful podcast is not just something you talk about; it’s something you do, day in and day out.” READ

 

Reflections

CrossBorderWorks, the digital music advisory service run by consultant and RAIN Summit speaker Vickie Nauman, is celebrating its 10-year anniversary. She reflects on her work in the gaming industry, citing Beat Saber/Meta, Roblox, Niantic, Ubisoft, AimLab and Riot Games. Audio consultancies have included Bose and Devialet. When it comes to music projects: “Music is really hard to get right and not everyone has the appetite, patience or temperament for it.” Bullish about the future, Nauman’s company goal is: “Enabling innovative uses of music, getting everyone licensed and paid fairly, and betting on great companies large and small.” Read more HERE.

 

October 10, 2024


Brad Hill