How to Start a Podcast
“How to Start a Podcast” is a serial podcast that teaches you how to create a podcast from scratch. Presented by Buzzsprout, this podcast is perfect for the newbie podcaster, the established podcaster who wants to make sure they have all their bases covered, or someone who wants to learn more about what it’s like to make a podcast. Start your podcast for FREE at Buzzsprout.com
Episodes
In Episode 01 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to pick the right niche for your podcast and how to create the perfect name for your new show.
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- How to name your podcast (Video)
- How to identify your podcast's niche (Video)
- 80 Podcasting Tips to Start a Successful Podcast (Blog)
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In Episode 02 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to pick the best format for your show, how long your podcast episodes should be, and the qualities to look for in a co-host.
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In Episode 03 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to choose a good microphone and which accessories we recommend for 1-person, 2-person, and 4-person podcast setups.
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In Episode 04 of How to Start a Podcast, we cover the best recording and editing software for new podcasters.
Next Steps:
- How to Record a Podcast on Zoom [Best Settings for 2022] (Blog)
- Best Podcast Recording & Editing Software (Video)
- Top 3 Transcription Services for Podcasters (Video)
Remote Recording Software:
- Zoom
- Riverside
- Squadcast
Editing Software:
- GarageBand
- Audacity
- Hindenburg Journalist P...
In Episode 05 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to set up and record a professional podcast from the comfort of your own home.
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In Episode 06 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to edit your podcast episodes and how to choose your editing software.
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In Episode 07 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to create stunning podcast artwork that stands out in Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
Next Steps:
- How to Design Stunning Podcast Cover Art (Blog)
- How to Design Podcast Cover Art (Video)
- Pro Graphic Designer REACTS to Podcast Artwork!! (Video)
Artwork Design Tools:
- Pexels (Royalty-Free Images)
- TinyPNG
- Canva
- 99designs
In Episode 08 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to set up your podcast and upload your first episode using Buzzsprout.
Next Steps:
- Next Level Tools to Power Up Your Podcast [Buzzsprout Overview] (Video
- Make Your Podcast Sound Professional with Mixing and Mastering (Video)
- Buzzsprout's Help Section
Other Things We Mentioned:
In Episode 09 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to submit your new podcast to all the top listening apps and directories.
Next Steps:
- Submit your Show to Apple Podcasts (Blog)
- Submit your Show to Spotify (Blog)
- Submit your show to Google Podcasts (Blog)
- Submit your show to the Podcast Index (Submission Form)
In Episode 10 of How to Start a Podcast, you'll learn how to launch a new podcast and our top 5 marketing strategies to gain momentum early.
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In this special bonus episode, Travis sits down with one of the godfathers of podcasting - Eric Nuzum.
Eric created and developed podcasts such as TED Radio Hour, Invisibilia, Fresh Air with Terry Gross, and many others and he shares that wisdom and expertise in his new book Make Noise: A Creator's Guide To Podcasting And Great Audio Storytelling.
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