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In Episode 3, I talk about a recent trip, the lenses I used, and my future vids comparing these. I also dive into affiliate marketing, discussing its ethics and my experiences and earnings for 2023 with different programs. Lastly, I talk about my interest in trying out new gear and potential future topics for the podcast.
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Podsqueeze Timestamps:
00:02:20 - Using Recut to edit the episode
Dan talks about using Recut to edit the podcast episode and improve the audio quality with automatic silence removal.
00:04:34 - The trip and lenses used
Dan discusses a recent trip to Black Moshannon State Park and the lenses used during the trip, including the RF 28mm, 35mm macro, and 100-400mm.
00:07:55 - Importance of taking photography trips
Dan emphasizes the importance of taking photography trips to improve skills and recommends investing in experiences rather than just gear.
00:10:21 - The recent trip and lens discussion
Dan talks about his recent trip and the lenses he used, including the 28mm prime and the RF 15-35mm lens.
00:15:21 - Affiliate marketing and revenue
Dan discusses affiliate marketing and how it contributes to the revenue of creators, including himself, on platforms like KZread.
00:18:58 - The benefits of affiliate marketing
Dan explains the benefits of affiliate marketing for creators, viewers, and brands, highlighting how it can be a win-win-win situation for all parties involved.
00:20:00 - Affiliate Marketing and Revenue
Dan discusses the concept of affiliate marketing and revenue generation through affiliate links on KZread and the podcast.
00:21:04 - Microphone Setup and Audio Workflow
Dan talks about his microphone setup, including the Electro-Voice RE20, his audio workflow for improving the sound quality, and why that's it's good example of an affiliate link.
00:27:17 - Approach to Affiliate Marketing and Linking Less
Dan shares his approach to affiliate marketing, including the importance of linking less "off-platform" and keeping the viewer in session, as well as his thoughts on directing viewers to check the price through affiliate links.
00:30:11 - Affiliate Marketing with Amazon
Dan discusses the Amazon affiliate program, its requirements, and his personal opinions on using Amazon as an affiliate.
00:33:21 - Affiliate Partnership with Transistor
Dan talks about Transistor, a podcast hosting service, and its affiliate program, including the commission structure and his personal experience with the company.
00:35:24 - Using AI Tools for Podcast Production
Dan mentions using an AI tool called Podsqueeze for creating timestamps and show notes, and discusses the benefits of using AI tools for podcast production.
00:40:31 - Affiliate Marketing Revenue
Dan discusses the benefits of using a c-stand to create a top-down shot and shares his earnings from affiliate marketing programs.
00:41:30 - Comparison of Affiliate Marketing and AdSense Revenue
Dan compares the earnings from his affiliate marketing programs (such as Amazon and Moment) to his AdSense revenue.
00:42:49 - Considerations for Gear Purchases and Affiliate Marketing Opportunities
Dan discusses the importance of taking the time to comment on gear over the long haul and shares his thoughts on buying, reselling, and trading gear. He also mentions his interest in exploring the Sony space and the limitations of affiliate marketing with Canon gear.
00:50:53 - Trying new camera bodies and lenses
Dan discusses his interest in trying out higher-megapixel camera bodies and lenses from Canon and Sony.
00:53:19 - Considering camera options for video recording
Dan talks about the limitations of his current camera, the Canon R6.
00:56:29 - Analyzing podcast analytics and revenue
Dan discusses the viewership, watch time, and revenue of his podcast, as well as the performance of the Sigma EF 28mm video on his KZread channel.
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