Starting a Podcast: A Beginner's Checklist

Have you ever felt called to share your message but weren’t sure where to begin?

In this masterclass, Jennifer Henczel shares the steps you need to know to start podcasting with purpose podcasting on purpose.

Get all the links and downloads that go with this training in the show notes here:

https://www.womenpodcasters.com/starting-a-podcast

Have you ever felt called to share your message but weren’t sure where to begin? Podcasting is one of the most powerful ways to amplify your voice, build authority, and create community around your message. In this episode of the Women in Podcasting Show, Jennifer Henczel, founder of the Women Podcasters Network and Women Podcasters Awards, breaks down everything you need to know to start your podcast with clarity and confidence.

Whether you’re brand new or looking to breathe new life into your existing show, you’ll discover practical tools, simple steps, and proven strategies to launch successfully—without tech overwhelm.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• What a podcast really is and why the RSS feed matters
• How podcasting can grow your brand, build trust, and connect deeply with listeners
• Questions to ask before you start: your why, your audience, and your format
• Tools and tech you actually need (microphones, software, hosting platforms)
• Tips for cover art, intro/outro music, and structuring episodes
• How to record, upload, and distribute your podcast
• Launch strategies, from soft launches to full-scale promotions
• Why you should start messy, start small—but just start!

Don’t wait for the “perfect” moment—done is better than perfect. Your next listener could be your next client, collaborator, or biggest fan. Your voice matters, and the world is ready to hear it.

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Women in Podcasting Show - Get the downloads and links from today's episode, listen to the podcast and watch the videos here: www.womenpodcasters.com

Women Podcasters Network - a place where women in podcasting can connect, collaborate and celebrate! Whether you're a new or seasoned podcaster, we invite you to join our community. There will be opportunities for asking questions, offering tips, sharing your episodes, calls for guests, guest applications and helping each other. If you're not a member yet, join our VIP members for tools and strategies for monetizing your podcast and up-leveling your life: www.womenpodcasters.com/network