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We're a podcasting network as devoted to dogs as they are to us. (That's pretty darn devoted.) Read more or check out our Media Room.

Our first show is a super-awesome 5-microphone rated podcast called DOG CANCER ANSWERS. It helps people fighting dog cancer ... which is the number one killer of dogs after shelter euthanasia.

You can check it out here. Keep in mind that it's a niche show and a pretty unfriendly topic ... so listen for tone and production values more than content.

We also produce THE LONG LEASH WITH JAMES JACOBSON. TLL is an unscripted interview show where we rescue tasty scraps from the editing room floor.

You can check it out here as a reference for production value.

Absolutely! Dog lovers are found on every continent, so we expect our correspondents will be, too. (We’re looking at you, Antarctica!)

For now, the only limitation in terms of geography is language-based. Please record your segment in English.

Yes! In fact, we encourage it. And each individual segment you submit could be a winner. If you submit five segments we adore, you could win up to $5,400 USD!

Yes! Nik, our chief sound engineer, offers these suggestions:

• Record in a quiet room that doesn't reverberate or have echoes that distract.
• Before recording turn off AC humming, computer fans, etc. Anything that makes a hum will be picked up.
• If possible, use a professional cardioid (directional) mic and external mic preamp/audio interface.
• Avoid connecting a mic directly to your computer, tablet or mobile device.
• Avoid USB mics.
• If your room is noisy, choose a dynamic rather than a condenser mic.
• A secret way to have a better sound w/o a studio… Try recording in your closet.
• Please speak loudly into the mic: you have an audience even though you can’t see them.
• Avoid speaking into the mic off-axis. Speak directly into the microphone with no angle.
• Unless you are recording in a professional studio, speak very close to the mic (2-4”) but beware of distortion when you get too close. Reduce mic gain or increase the distance from the mic if necessary.
• Whenever possible please use a pop-filter.
• Speak clearly with confidence and lots of inflection to let your spirit and your personality shine through your voice.
• Remember that audio is the most intimate of media. We can hear your smile, your scowl, your smirk -- so arrange your face accordingly.

If you don't know how to edit audio, this contest isn't for you, as we are only accepting fully produced segments.

However, if you have a dog-tastic topic you would like to see covered by Dog Edition, send us your suggestion!

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