Frank Racioppi
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I am a South Jersey-based author who is a writer for the Ear Worthy publication, which appears on Vocal, Substack, Medium, Blogger, Tumblr, and social media. Ear Worthy offers daily podcast reviews, recommendations, and articles.
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Open To Debate Podcast
With the U.S. grappling with an existential crisis in government, the efficacy of dating apps may not be defined as a calamity. However, for millions searching for a connection with another, loneliness is not an acceptable alternative.
By Frank Racioppi12 months ago in Confessions
Hollywood Africans Podcast
There are two attributes of podcasts that can attract listeners. First, the podcast that meets your expectations with the tried and true and no surprises. It's safe, comfortable, and easy on the nervous system. On TV, examples would be NCIS, FBI, Hallmark movies, and reality shows. In podcasting, examples include most true-crime shows, celebrity shows, and rewatch shows.
By Frank Racioppiabout a year ago in Geeks
How We Role Podcast Premieres
There are numerous celebrities known for their kindness or for promoting kindness. We've learned that defining yourself as a paragon of kindness has its dangers and pitfalls. First, if you are play-acting that role, the public will eventually find out. Ellen Degeneres and James Corden discovered that revelation out the hard way.
By Frank Racioppiabout a year ago in Geeks
The Podcast Beacon Technology
Podcast discoverability continues to be a chronic issue for thousands of independent podcasters. Shows that shine in their genre, or more importantly, redefine a genre with outlandish freshness of content or style, languish in the dustbin of neglect.
By Frank Racioppiabout a year ago in 01
Cramped Podcast Premieres
Let's talk what is collectively described as a cramp. For most men, cramping is a condition brought about from dehydration, excessive physical activity, or just getting old. In effect, the pain is episodic and may only last for a few minutes or even a few seconds.
By Frank Racioppiabout a year ago in Viva
Three Ear-Worthy Podcasts
Today, we have three ear-worthy podcasts that all have distinguishing attributes that gave them "ear time value." First, Monica Lewinsky has managed to craft a celebrity podcast that goes beyond the typical narcissistic exposure of those who are famous or infamous.
By Frank Racioppiabout a year ago in Geeks
The Black Healing Remixed Podcast
When you read a podcast marketing pitch so poetic and pristine like this one, you know the podcast will be ear-worthy. "The Black Healing Remixed podcast is the front porch, the kitchen island, and that perfect seat on the couch where honest and transformative talks about healing and wellness unfold. Each episode celebrates Black healing in all its forms—beautiful, messy, imperfect, and joyous—while giving listeners the language and practical resources to embrace their own healing journeys."
By Frank Racioppiabout a year ago in Psyche
