How To Start A Podcast by Podcast Insights

I put "launch" in quotes because this step is really all about submitting your podcast to iTunes (Apple Podcasts). That means that when Apple accepts it, your show will be live and officially launched, even if no one knows about it. As a bonus, we'll talk about growing your show in a couple days. It's possible you already figured this step out by clicking the iTunes & Directories tab in your Buzzsprout [https://www.podcastinsights.com/buzzsprout] dashboard, but if you haven't yet, it's easy! You will need to create an Apple ID [https://appleid.apple.com/#!&page=create] if you don't have one already. List of Podcast Directories [https://www.podcastinsights.com/podcast-distribution-guide/?utm_source=podcast-course&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast-directories] Was this course helpful? I'd love to hear your thoughts! And if know anyone else who would benefit from this, could you do me a favor and share it with them? They can sign up right on the home page of Podcast Insights. Here's the link: https://www.podcastinsights.com/ [https://www.podcastinsights.com/?utm_source=podcast-course&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=share] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support [https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support]

You will need to upload your episodes to a podcast hosting platform. This is also the place where you will enter your podcast details and cover art we talked about a few days ago. Action Step: Sign up for Buzzsprout [https://www.podcastinsights.com/buzzsprout], enter your podcast settings, and upload your first episode. Use that link above for a free $20 Amazon gift card! :) Alternative option hosting multiple podcasts: Transistor [https://www.podcastinsights.com/transistor] Want more info? Check out this list podcast hosting platforms [https://podcasthosting.org/]. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support [https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support]

Start by downloading Audacity [https://www.audacityteam.org/] (it's free and works with Mac or Windows). Then I recommend following this excellent Audacity tutorial [https://www.buzzsprout.com/learn/audacity-tutorial?referrer_id=52989]. Other Links Mentioned: Ecamm Call Recorder For Skype [https://www.podcastinsights.com/callrecorderskype] Software To Record Remotely [https://www.podcastinsights.com/best-podcast-interview-software/?utm_source=podcast-course&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast-interview-software] Resonate Recordings [https://www.podcastinsights.com/resonate-deal] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support [https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support]

Your main goals with your podcast cover art should be to: * Stand out * Be easy to read (at different sizes) * Be easy to understand what your show is about * Get people to click and learn more You'll want to figure out these details: * Podcast Title * Podcast Description * Artist Name * 3 Podcast Categories (here's a list to review [https://www.podcastinsights.com/itunes-podcast-categories/?utm_source=podcast-course&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=podcast-categories] with some tips) * Explicit or not Articles On Designing Cover Art: * How to design a podcast cover: the ultimate guide by 99designs [https://www.podcastinsights.com/99designs-podcast-cover] * How to Design Stunning Podcast Cover Art That Stands Out in iTunes by Buzzsprout [https://www.buzzsprout.com/blog/10-tips-create-awesome-podcast-artwork?referrer_id=52989] Canva [https://www.canva.com/] 99designs [https://www.podcastinsights.com/99designs] Grab the free How To Start A Podcast 10-day email course here [https://www.podcastinsights.com/?utm_source=podcast-course&utm_medium=podcast] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support [https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support]

It's time to invest in some equipment. Audio quality is more important than most people realize - poor audio quality will quickly turn people off, even if they can't specifically name why. And you don't have to spend a ton to get amazing audio quality! Podcast Starter Kit Equipment Guide [https://www.podcastinsights.com/podcast-starter-kit/?utm_source=podcast-course&utm_medium=podcast] Grab the free How To Start A Podcast 10-day email course here [https://www.podcastinsights.com/?utm_source=podcast-course&utm_medium=podcast] --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support [https://anchor.fm/start-a-podcast/support]