How to Start a Podcast

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The Key to Making Your Podcast Stand Out // Eric Nuzum

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, Invisi

Oct 2
35 min

Podcast promotion: launching and growing your show

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. Next Steps: How to set

Jan 10 2024
25 min

Podcast directories: Apple, Spotify, and Google Podcasts

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

Jan 9 2024
20 min

Podcast hosting: setting up your show on Buzzsprout

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 Po

Jan 8 2024
21 min

Podcast artwork: how to create your artwork

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 Desi

Jan 7 2024
22 min

Podcast editing: practical podcast editing tips

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. Next Steps: How to Edit a Podcast

Jan 6 2024
25 min

Podcast recording: setup and record your podcast

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. Next Steps: Can a Samson Q

Jan 5 2024
20 min

Podcast software: best recording and editing software

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

Jan 4 2024
23 min

Podcast equipment: best mics, mixers, and more

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

Jan 3 2024
28 min

Podcast format: co-hosts, style, and episode length

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

Jan 2 2024
21 min

Podcast concept: name, niche, and goals

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. Next Steps:

Jan 1 2024
22 min

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What listeners say

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Easy to listen to and very informative. Enjoyed the hosts and valuable content.

Happy Homeowners Hub · May 2025

Step by step guide to starting a podcast. Gilon and Alban are engaging, knowledgeable, honest, entertaining. Their advice was sometimes affirming, usually enlightening. Highly recommend.

David A&W · Feb 2024

Great information. I’ve had a pod in the van for a while. This show helped me clean it up and gave the the confidence to go ahead and publish it. I signed up at Buzzsprout and am looking forward to this journey. Thank you guys. Rick

Rickt4du · Oct 2023

So clear, easy to understand, professional and knowledgeable. This helped to stop obsessing about the small things and push me forward. Thank you all!

Indy Tasha · Mar 2023

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