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<\/span>How to Start a Podcast<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Starting a podcast is a great way to share your message with a specific audience. However, success in podcasting requires more than just good equipment and content – it requires understanding your audience and creating genuine connections. As veteran podcaster and expert Tom Webster notes, “Google’s perfect for information, but we listen to podcasts for connection.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

With this in mind, we’ll walk you through creating a successful podcast that resonates with your target audience. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The key to building a successful podcast is creating content that some people love, even if that means others won’t connect with it. As Tom explains, “I don’t care if 90% of the world hates me if 10% love me.” And don\u2019t worry, once you nail down what your audience wants, the rest is a piece of cake!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Equipment You’ll Need to Create a Podcast<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

To start a podcast, you really only need a decent laptop with a built-in microphone and access to the internet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

At some point, you may want a higher quality sound than what your built-in microphone offers and may need to purchase a USB microphone<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You\u2019ll also need recording software. On a PC, you may already have Record It. If you have a Mac, you already have iMovie or GarageBand<\/a>. These work well for recording podcasts, but Audacity<\/a> is a free software that you can use as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Recording Your Podcast<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

The technicalities of this process are simple. Click record on your software and start talking. Click stop when you\u2019re done. Save your file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re using a program other than Audacity, you may have to turn the recording into an mp3 file.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Storytelling and Show Structure<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Successful podcasts need more than just good audio quality – they need engaging storytelling. Consider these elements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Narrative Arc<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As podcaster Kieron James<\/a> explains: “Greek myths have 3 acts… Perhaps more usefully described as crisis, struggle, and resolution.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Transitions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Make your content flow naturally. Kieron says, “If you’re gonna be explicit about something, script your transitions. Script the glue that goes between them. Don’t settle for ‘and another thing I want to talk about.'”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Active Listening<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

When interviewing guests, practice active listening. Podcaster and author Bob Wheeler<\/a> advises: “Audio attracts, but visuals verify. Be prepared for your recording by knowing what you’ll say ahead of time… but you don’t want to read your podcast.”<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Turn Your Recording Into a Podcast<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Now that your recording is complete, you need to turn it into a podcast. You need a media host to store your audio and make it possible for your listeners to listen, download, and subscribe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Uploading to a place like iTunes<\/a> isn\u2019t the correct process, even though many people think that\u2019s all you need to do. Instead, sign up with a media hosting service and place your audio files on a website set up on their site or on your own website.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You may get a free website when you sign up for media hosting, and this is good for a hobby podcast. But if you\u2019re more serious, it\u2019s better to have control over your podcast by putting it on your own website<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can then submit your podcast to different directories<\/a> so people can find you, listen, and subscribe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Listeners can subscribe to your show through RSS<\/a>. List the URL on your webpage to make it easy for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your podcast is published, you can explore monetization options like RSS.com’s PAID feature<\/a>, which automatically inserts ads into your episodes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/span>Distribution and Platform Strategy<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Modern podcast success requires a presence across multiple platforms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Audio Platforms<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

RSS.com helps distribute your podcast to major directories including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Apple Podcasts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Spotify<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Google Podcasts<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Amazon Music<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Video Options<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Consider expanding to video platforms using RSS.com’s PodViz technology:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Convert audio episodes to engaging videos<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Add custom waveform animations<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Include chapter markers and artwork<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Publish directly to YouTube<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cross-Platform Promotion<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Use tools like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Automatic transcriptions for accessibility<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Audiograms for social media<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Embedded players for your website<\/p>\n\n\n\n

– Social sharing integration<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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<\/span>Recording Tips<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Make your podcast organized and easy to listen to by knowing what you\u2019ll say ahead of time. Write down bullet points<\/b>, or even a script, but steer clear of reading straight from your notes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Figure out your sign-off ahead of time. Otherwise, you\u2019ll get to the end of your podcast and flounder for the right words to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Start with about 10 minutes for your first recording, and gradually build up your length if you\u2019d like.  Now that you know how to make a podcast<\/a> the next step is to find a host.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

RSS.com provides everything you need to host a podcast<\/a>. In fact, it\u2019s so easy, you can be up and running in three minutes<\/strong>. You don\u2019t need any technical expertise, and the process is fully customizable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Looking for more tips? Check out our complete guide on how to start a podcast<\/a> or check out the video below!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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