Episode Description
What makes a podcast a podcast? After much consideration, I'm taking Waltz Vinyl Albums back to its audio roots. The decision to drop video wasn't made lightly, but came with the realization that true podcasting deserves to honor its heritage as an audio-first medium.
Did you know the concept of podcasting might have originated with Lucille Ball? Before "podcasting" was coined by British broadcaster Ben Hammersley (combining "iPod" and "broadcast"), there was "audio blogging." Lucille Ball pioneered this format with "Let's Talk With Lucy," interviewing countless celebrities in what could be considered the first true podcast. This fascinating history reinforced my decision to embrace audio-only content creation.
The benefits are numerous. Video editing consumes excessive time and resources that could be better spent crafting compelling vinyl stories. Audio allows you to listen while commuting, exercising, or relaxing without being tethered to a screen. There's something beautifully intimate about the audio experience—your imagination fills in the visuals while my voice guides the journey through vinyl culture and music history. With weekly episodes now available across all major platforms—Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and many more—finding Waltz Vinyl Albums has never been easier. Search "Waltz Vinyl Albums" wherever you get your podcasts, and join me in celebrating the true spirit of podcasting. After all, if it's on video, is it really a podcast? Keep spinning those albums loudly and proudly!
Walt's Vinyl Albums podcast is on 14 other podcast stations including, iHeart Radio, Amazon Music, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Podcast Addict, Deezer, and many more. You can contact us via email at: walter@waltsvinylalbums.com