# "Fun" With Domain Names - An Industry Insider Explains All About DNS That You Didn't Knew

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Podcast: [IT Horror Stories with Jack Smith](https://stenobird.com/podcast/it-horror-stories-with-jack-smith-7324626)
Published: 2025-07-01T09:30:00+00:00
Episode link: https://blog.ithorrorstories.eu/episode-3-fun-with-domain-names/
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## Resource

We're unpacking the critical steps behind migrating a domain name — a process that can disrupt everything from search engine indexing and referral traffic to email deliverability and authentication. Join us together with an industry expert and let's explore the technical risks, from broken redirects to, yes — forgetting to update your SPF records and wondering why your emails end up in spam (don't worry, you're not the first). In the end it's all about executing that clean, strategic transition that protects your visibility, performance, communications and a good night sleep. Want even more info ? Read our show notes and related blog post related to this episode : https://blog.ithorrorstories.eu/episode-3-fun-with-domain-names/ All other links and socials : https://links.ithorrorstories.eu/ 00:00 Meet Jack & Chris 01:40 Domain Dilemmas 09:58 Transfer Challenges 15:32 Domain Values 24:52 Registrar Nightmares 28:19 Web Migration 35:32 Closing Thoughts

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