Episodes

  • Episode 8: Rockin' like it's 1989

    Episode 8: Rockin' like it's 1989
    Oct 2 2026
    Ricky starts off the show with a cover instrumental. If you want to add lyrics, let Ricky know! He dives into the guitar recording process and talks about some practicing techniques. He then plays his electric and lets you hear it isolated. Ricky talks about buying CD's for the first time in about 16 years and is reminded of hearing a fully digital recording for the first time. Ricky is not one of, those engineers. Or is he? Can you hear the difference between 48k and 192k? Ricky then talks about the most important part of recording digitally, in his opinion. Is production easier now? Well, it depends. Ricky explains his view on it. He talks about the psychological effects of hearing high resolution sound. This being live or recorded or both. Finally, shotgun mics are mentioned. Thanks for listening everyone and have a great October! Spotify link: https://open.spotify.com/show/1YEhhTTD9Y68PqvoQvWYQd?si=4YiP2w8-Smq77-yT0KmHcQ&nd=1&dlsi=43d35d21b1a34734
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    22 mins
  • Episode 102: Everyone doesn't need to hear you pee

    Episode 102: Everyone doesn't need to hear you pee
    Jul 1 2026
    Ricky starts off this relaxed, July 4th holiday show talking about a voiceover, that to this day, still makes him laugh. What the heck is a mud bog? Ricky explains. He then dives into some how to talk. HDMI port is not working?? I mean, watching TV is mission critical. Ricky Harris Media has you covered on TV repair as well. Ricky went into these repairs expecting a mess, but it wasn't bad at all. So give it a try with proper precautions of course. Ricky then makes some dumb jokes while talking about repairing his trashcan.
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    22 mins
  • Episode 6: So you're telling me there's a chance

    Episode 6: So you're telling me there's a chance
    Aug 1 2026
    Ricky starts off the show on the road with his friend that's a fellow car nut and actor, Ivan. The guys talk about EV's and the cost comparison to gas cars. A $1,000 a month?? Ricky and Ivan talk about the tech and head back into the studio. Back in the studio, Ivan talks about playing the character Steve in a movie. Ricky notices a part of his performance that was improved, and it was classic. The guys talk some about stage acting and the dedication it takes. Ivan gives a tip on memorizing lines, and getting into character. The guys talk about extra roles, speaking roles and the likelihood of someone getting a speaking role as an extra. Ivan gives advice on improving your acting abilities. Ivan talks about some experiences on set and the hilarious situations that can happen. Ricky talks about sugar glass. Don't mess with that guy. Thanks for listening everyone, and we'll be back in September! Make sure to leave a comment and rate the show wherever you listen.
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    25 mins
  • Episode 7: Fixed Up 5 String

    Episode 7: Fixed Up 5 String
    Sep 2 2026
    Ricky starts off this month's show talking about sharing things with you. That being the ethical part of recording. The purpose of the tally light is discussed. Ricky also loves the built in privacy of his newest field audio recorder. He then talks about his technique for alerting those on set, that he's recording. What is that sound? Do you hear that? Ricky explains. Adding a jet engine to your project is always a good idea. He then talks about creative ways to capture real sounds for your project and the production process. Practice patience and you'll be fine. Ricky talks about thinking ahead when packing your gear for a project to be prepared for technical bugs. Talking about this with you reminded Ricky of a memory of geeking out in a TV sports production and satellite uplink truck. This was a good example of preparing for anything: 80,000 lbs worth of prep specifically. Ricky then talks about his method of capturing on-set sound so that nothing is missed. What the heck is a shotgun mic? Ricky finally talks about his surprisingly and fortunately, non-stinky experience in North Georgia. Thanks for listening everyone and check out the YouTube channel: http://youtube.com/@rickyharrismedia
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    26 mins
  • Episode 5: Everyone doesn't need to hear you pee

    Episode 5: Everyone doesn't need to hear you pee
    Jul 1 2026
    Ricky starts off this relaxed, July 4th holiday show talking about a voiceover, that to this day, still makes him laugh. What the heck is a mud bog? Ricky explains. He then dives into some how to talk. Is your HDMI port not working?? I mean, watching TV is important. Ricky Harris Media has you covered on TV repair as well. Ricky went into these repairs expecting a mess, but it wasn't bad at all. So give it a try; with proper precautions of course. Ricky then makes some dumb jokes while talking about repairing his trashcan. Next he talks about a really easy and free way to make a room sound good for recording sound. Auto punch in audio production is discussed. This makes recording your own performance really easy. Ricky then plays an example of why it's best to assume a microphone is on. While we're relaxing for the holiday, Ricky plays a clip from a TV weather segment that's a great example of the giggles, that just won't go away, no matter what you do. Happy 4th of July everyone and if you listen on Spotify, make sure to leave a comment. Seeya in August! Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1YEhhTTD9Y68PqvoQvWYQd?si=4YiP2w8-Smq77-yT0KmHcQ
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    22 mins
  • Episode 4: Don't Get Evicted

    Episode 4: Don't Get Evicted
    Jun 1 2026
    Ricky takes the show on the road again; he gives a teaser on what's coming up later this season. This being more talk about acting and also electric vehicles. He then talks about a technique for recording your ideas or show content in the moment to build your brand. Back in the studio, he talks about working with a Mean Girl and a Soggy Bottom Boy. That being Amanda Seyfried and Tim Blake Nelson. He then dives into the meat of the show, recording an electric guitar direct with no amplifier playing in the room, and it sounding near finished. This gives you a very quiet way to song write and even record. Don't think you have to be absolutely perfect with your music. Committing to sound and staying disciplined is mentioned. Ricky dives into possible vs. practical and makes a comparison of guitar recording to gas turbine locomotives. Thanks for listening and see ya'll next month. YT: http://youtube.com/@RickyHarrisMedia X: http://x.com/rickyradio FB: https://www.facebook.com/richard.harris.320259/
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    20 mins
  • Episode 3: 20 minute bass solo

    Episode 3: 20 minute bass solo
    May 1 2026
    This episode is about improving what you have. First, Ricky talks about working on his bass guitar to make it sound fuller and more familiar. He plugs it into the DI and let's you hear it. For comparison, he plays his new to him Jazz Bass. Correction: Ricky said fretboard but he meant to say pickguard. Next up, Ricky talks about modifying his MXL 990 microphone for better sound. He finally talks about basic troubleshooting with electronics. Thank you all for listening and seeya next month.
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    24 mins
  • Episode 2: Happy New Year!

    Episode 2: Happy New Year!
    Mar 8 2026
    Ricky is back for the new year and is talking about changing his mind. Also he is appreciative of all that are involved in making a production possible. Ricky talks about changes in the studio. He then dives into producing content that is interesting and getting noticed in a sea of content. Ricky then talks about his trip to Hawkins, IN in Stranger Things. He then gets into some geeky radio history. He then talks about working for NBC Universal. Editing is discussed in detail. What the heck is room tone? Thanks for listening everyone and see ya'll next month. Music by Ricky Harris.
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    23 mins