She also notes that in the same year, 129 members of Congress were elected based on the amounts of money spent on their campaigns, with figures ranging from hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars, while their opponents reported no spending.
She advises starting with natural light but also being ready for sudden changes in weather. As a professional tip, she suggests checking the lighting through the camera lens to ensure it is suitable.
Ms. Cauldwell explores the notion that billions of dollars raised and spent in federal elections are pivotal in deciding electoral outcomes. She reflects on a past where the less fortunate, the proud, and the educated shaped the nation through due process.
These internal emotions can interfere with the podcast’s presentation, potentially alienating or disengaging the audience. It is crucial for hosts to detach from negative emotions before engaging with their listeners to ensure a positive impact.
To gauge interest, she recommends creating a survey, sharing it on social media, or emailing it to your prospective audience to gather their opinions. By considering all these factors, a potential host can create a podcast that truly resonates with listeners.
She starts with a historical perspective, noting the early instances of monetary influence in politics, such as our first President, George Washington, who enticed voters with rum punch, ginger cookies, and snacks.
Ms. Cauldwell emphasizes the significance of these metrics, as they can help secure sponsors, advertisers, and potential commercials, which are essential for generating revenue for your station.
Ms. Cauldwell offers several tips to combat these nervous feelings and proposes a solution: a future session where a station member will teach listeners breathing exercises to alleviate the anxiety of speaking in front of an audience, with or without a microphone.
The body mass index (BMI) is a widely-used measure for obesity, based on an individual’s height and weight.
Ms. Cauldwell offers advice on managing early failures in podcasting, encouraging aspiring podcasters to persevere and continue their journey.