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Tools you need to start a podcast
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items One thing I often notice is that a lot of people are interested in starting a podcast, but son’t actually know where or how to start. Everything on this list are all very simple tools I used to get my show up and running. It doesn’t take a lot of mon...
Find a podcast hosting app/platform to publish your podcast on. This should generate an RSS feed you can use to publish it to Apple Music, Spotify, and other services. You can also upload all of your episodes here.
The Best Podcast App - Podbean
You’ll want to edit your podcast once it has been recorded. An app like GarageBand usually comes with your OS regardless of whether you edit by phone, Mac, pc, etc.
GarageBand on the App Store
If you want to post video, then an app like iMovie makes for an easy app to edit simply and create a file of your completed video project.
iMovie on the App Store
If you need to add an intro or outro video, but don’t want to use a fancy edit software then Canva is a good app to use. You can also use Canva to create social media posts for your show as well.
Canva: Visual Suite for Everyone
You can post video or audio of your show to YouTube. They will even give you a verified podcaster check mark if you post your RSS feed here.
YouTube
You’ll need a platform to connect with guests and conducts your interviews or talk with your co-host if other people will be in your show. I recommend streamyard as it enables you to record your episode live or off the grid. Zoom is also a great opti...
StreamYard
Whether you are using a Mac, pc, or phone, you will want to use a microphone. You will sound much better if you use a mic instead of computer audio, AirPods, etc.
Microphone
If you want to post video from your podcast, then you should get a ring light. It makes a big difference even in a room that is already well lit.
Ring Light
A calendar that guests can access to schedule recording time with you could be a very useful tool if you are looking to save time and aggravation by having a back and forth conversation about scheduling. Just set up your availability on a calendar an...
Calendly
If you’re just starting out, Facebook groups or another social media resource could be a good way to get your showing going. Once I got to a point where I wanted to invite guests that I didn’t know, I looked to Facebook groups for that boost. It help...
Groups - Facebook
Although it is not absolutely essential, it might not be a bad idea to get a pop filter for your microphone in order to maximize sound quality. Whether you have a video or audio podcast, sound quality is always the most important thing. Make sure you...
Round Shape Microphone Pop Filter Shield
If you’re looking for quick, easy, user friendly editing of your podcast recording, than QuickTime is a great tool to use. Your video files may default to QuickTime in many cases.
Download QuickTime 7.7.9 for Windows - Apple Support
Finding a good file converter site might be a good idea. This not only goes for converting to different file types, but can also help when converting from 16:9 to 9:16 if you are creating shorts for instagram, YouRube, etc.
FreeConvert.com: File Converter
You don’t necessarily need a Mac or PC to do a podcast, but sure does help. I learned to do a lot of media production work on Apple equipment so I highly recommend doing your work on one as I believe they have the best equipment and apps to maximize ...
iMac - Apple