Comments

Expert Council Q&A for 1-27-22 – Epi-3030 — 4 Comments

  1. be careful with aws ( and all “cloud” providers ) – bandwidth fees have a way of catching up fast. I would monitor and set budget alerts when using any cloud platform. I would also look at using cloudflare ( or something similar ) that does caching which can greatly reduce that cost.

    • one more note — even if you use a third party to host your feed — use your own domain name – even if you have to redirect that domain name to a third party – you will be happy later.

  2. https://sovereignfeeds.com/

    If you are hosting your own podcast feed, and can upload your RSS file to the server, check out this project I’m building that allows a podcaster to use all of the Podcasting 2.0 features, like chapter art, transcripts, streaming Bitcoin to the podcaster, amongst many other things. This is the same tool Adam Curry uses to publish No Agenda https://podcastindex.social/@adam/107524401319269762 so even though it’s still in being developed, it’s being used to publish a pretty popular podcast.

  3. For the person doing the deck. Kiln dry is fine. It’s about moisture rate. Exterior wood use vs interior wood use. Is a bit different. Exterior wood has a higher moisture rate. And for good reason.
    They might be experiencing too dry of wood. So that Thompson’s water seal is literally being soaked up. I’d also recommend a product called, Penofin over Thompson.
    I run a saw mill. I have 2 kilns. One electric for furniture grade woods, a solar kiln for more exterior use woods. And I also air dry. Each system has a philosophy of use and a desired use. I build custom furniture (both interior & exterior) and custom cabinets. A half ass decent moisture meter is about $300. I think it’s a great tool to have, if you have the means.
    Kinda like Jack said. Hit the deck once. Follow up in a month. Application wise. A rag (or a bunch of rags rather). Is a great way to apply stain. But all the decks I’ve built. I roll it out. Railings I apply by hand.
    Decks are not a cheap investment. No one tells you they take a shit ton of maintenance to keep up or the initial build. Depending how dry the lumber is. You might need to apply 3 coats in the first year. I know it sounds asinine. But I’m not blowin smoke. I’m always mindful of my clients investments when they are paying me.
    I hope I can add to the conversation in a positive way.