Podcasting Simplified
Podcasting Simplified℠ Learn how to start a podcast - and a lot more! We'll be focused on learning how to podcast, but you'll also learn about podcast equipment, SEO, marketing, online advertising, and the business of podcasting. Ross (that's me) was the former head of digital marketing for one of the top 300 nationwide franchises, has consulted with business large and small, and loves to help people grow their business (or hobby). This show is an extension of https://www.podcastinsights.com - the largest podcasting resource & website online. What are you waiting for? Subscribe now!
Episodes
📝 Best Royalty-Free Music & Sound Effects For Podcasts (https://www.podcastinsights.com/royalty-free-music/)
My favorite music sites:
- Shutterstock Music (use code INSIGHTS for 10% off)
- Premiumbeat
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📝 Best Android Microphones (https://www.podcastinsights.com/best-android-microphones/)
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Captivate is doing some really cool things in the podcasting space - let's take a look!
➡️ Start a free trial of Captivate (https://www.podcastinsights.com/captivate)
🗒️ Read the Captivate podcast hosting review (on our sister site) (https://podcasthosting.org/captivate-review/)
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📝 Best XLR Cables For Microphones (https://www.podcastinsights.com/best-xlr-cables/)
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📝 Best Webinar Platforms (https://www.podcastinsights.com/best-webinar-software/)
Webinar Platforms:
- EasyWebinar (https://www.podcastinsights.com/easywebinar)
- WebinarNinja (https://www.podcastinsights.com/webinarninja)
- Demio (https://www.podcastinsights.com/demio)
- WebinarJam (https://www.podcastinsights.com/webinarjam)
- EverWebinar (https://www.podcastinsights.com/everwebinar)
📝 https://www.podcastinsights.com/free/
Here are some resources available for podcasters (new or existing), creators, and small businesses during this time of uncertainty
Monetary Help
ConvertKit
They made a Creator fund to help creators in this time of need. They will give up to $500 to help cover anything: rent, child care, groceries, medical, whatever.
SBA
SBA is offering disaster relief loans for small businesses up to $2 ...
➡️ $100 Off Power-Up Podcasting Here (https://www.podcastinsights.com/powerup)
📝 How To Start A WordPress Blog (https://www.podcastinsights.com/start-a-wordpress-blog/)
Podcast Insights About Page (https://www.podcastinsights.com/about/)
Contact Form Plugins:
- WPForms (https://www.podcastinsights.com/wpforms)
- Gravity Forms (https://www.gravityforms.com/)
- Contact Form 7
Privacy Policy Plugin: Iubenda ...
➡️ Enter for your chance to win over $3,000 in prizes (https://www.podcastinsights.com/pumpup)
📝How To Start A WordPress Blog (https://www.podcastinsights.com/start-a-wordpress-blog/)
Web Hosts Mentioned:
WordPress Themes Mentioned:
- StudioPress (https://www.podcastinsights.com/studiopress-themes)
- GeneratePr...
➡️ Enter for your chance to win over $3,000 in prizes (https://www.podcastinsights.com/pumpup) designed to help you pump it up. The package includes:
- One annual Pro subscription to Castos podcast hosting platform. Enjoy advanced features like automatic YouTube republishing and more in-depth audience insights.
- Two months of full-service podcast production and editing services. Send your raw audio files to Castos and our expert aud...
📝 Kinsta Review (https://podcastingsimplified.com/kinsta-review)
➡️ Check out Kinsta here (https://www.podcastinsights.com/kinsta)
Other recommended services mentioned:
- Bluehost (https://www.podcastinsights.com/bluehost)
- Shortpixel (https://www.podcastinsights.com/shortpixel)
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Pre-order the Rode NT-USB Mini on B&H Here
I recommend getting a stand to go with the mic.
Check out our guides on Tabletop Stands and Boom Arms.
📝 Best WordPress Themes For Podcasters
WordPress Themes Mentioned:
SecondLine Themes
Podcaster
StudioPress Themes
GeneratePress
Additional Resources:
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📝 Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Review
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📝 Best Podcast Equipment
Podcasting Gear:
➡️ Get 100 Subscribers on ConvertKit's Free Plan
📝 Best Email Marketing Services For Podcasters & Bloggers
Email Service Providers Mentioned:
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📝 Best iPhone Microphones
📝 Smartphone Mounts & Tripods
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📝 Best Podcast Directories
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📝 How (And Why) To Register A Domain Name For Your Podcast
Resources Mentioned:
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📝 How To Screen Podcast Guests Article by Andrew Allemann
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The reason I’m so passionate about helping people start and grow a podcast the ripple-effect it can have.
By helping you get started, your listeners are learning to cope with anxiety, suicide, learn about religion, hear another political perspective, learn a new skill, grow a business, and so much more!
And I want to hear not only your success story, but the feedback and success you receive from your listeners. And I’m here to help y...
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