I thought the podcast was awesome. Here's a few things that stood out to me...
1) The blend of structure, and free flow conversation was spot on.
2) I really like the idea that this is an extension of the video series. Most podcasts are THE entire show. Where this one is the biweekly behind the scenes look at the inner workings.
3) I saw how long the show was, and I thought "Ugh! That's too long". They got halfway though, and mentioned something that I thought was the end of the episode, and I checked my iPod to make sure that wasn't the case.
4) I like the idea of a podcast a little more than the video show, because when doing house work, or playing in my shop, something will happen on the screen that audio just doesn't cover, so I stop, and watch the video. With the podcast I can keep working. Also, I can't watch the videos while driving, but the audio, that's just fine.
5) I'd like to see the show feature some of the other behind the scenes guys. Folks like Eric, and Michael, never really got much air time, but were just as important to the show as the Joshes, or Chad. Now that we have Austin, Dave Knopp, and more, I'd like to see them be able to get some time with the fans too. Also, it could give the Joshes, David, and Chad a break.
6) I like the idea of call in questions for the "lightning round". I'd also love to see what's been done on other podcasts, where there's a live chat window going on at the same time as when they're recording/streaming the show. That way the audience can feel more involved, being able to have questions answered live.
I can't say I really found anything negative to say about the show. As far as first shows went, it was great. Although it's hardly a first show, just a first podcast episode. I think that some additions can be made in the future that would be awesome. Interviews/guest hosts with people who are active in the RC community could be a fun plus.
Great work. Austin, good job getting this pushed through!