The Complete Podcasting Course with Brendan Davis

Name: The Complete Podcasting Course with Brendan Davis
Rating: 4.5 (24 reviews)

Features a detailed CASE STUDY of an actual show being recorded, edited, & published in (almost) real time!

Created byBrendan Davis

Last updated 8/2019

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What you'll learn

Create a smart, well thought-out, and technically solid podcast from scratch.
Those with little technical or creative experience can use the course as a one-stop resource to learn or review all of the essential concepts and terminology needed to excel.
Savvy podcasters will learn new tricks and gain insights to make their work better, regardless of current experience.

Course content

11 sections • 63 lectures • 3h 30m total length

Overview: meet the Instructor, and let's have some FUN doing this2:28
Use the Guidebook and Checklist to keep track of your course progress, get organized to produce your first show, and use the handy links to help you find gear and software you need!
Have Fun!0:43
Have fun with podcasting by creating content you enjoy, whether interviewing guests or sharing solo reflections. This process connects you with new people and ideas, enriching your life.
To gain experience1:14
Organically expand your network0:36
Organically expand your network by hosting a show and inviting guests who plug you into their networks, whether a business-focused or lifestyle show, and discover causes you care about.
Enhance your "street cred"0:38
grow your street cred by hosting a regular podcast, as learning boosts credibility, expands perspectives, and sharpens informed opinions on topics and challenges.
Earn money0:41
Section 1 EXERCISE0:43

Refining your show concept2:47
Define your show concept, identify why listeners care, and outline your weekly promise. Test with sample episodes to refine what you love and deliver consistently.
Learn by example1:33
Learn by example by brainstorming topics you care about, listing many shows, and researching similar programs to see what sticks before you search.
Guests: their care and feeding1:44
Identify guests who know you and will engage your audience, prioritizing care and feeding of your guests. Create an outline and share questions in advance for a smooth conversation.
Recording: quality and content are both important1:07
Prioritize engaging content and solid recording quality to captivate listeners, emphasizing host guest dynamics, vibe, and clear information while addressing imperfect connections.
Editing: use the best, lose the rest1:21
Learn how editing gives you control over pace, timing, and content by selecting the best take, reordering, and removing filler to produce a professional, smooth podcast.
Distribution: choosing and using a syndication platform0:39
Explore distribution options and choose a hosting platform for your show, comparing Lipson's liberated syndication with competitors, including Ancre, or self-hosting a pod server.
Marketing and Monetizing: get the word out, get paid2:31
Promote your podcast with social media and Google Ads, explore Google Plus for SEO, monetize through CPM and sponsorships, and use the show to grow consulting work or personal brand.
Section 2 EXERCISE0:53
Analyze three podcasts similar to your idea by answering journalistic questions on inspiration, structure, and what makes each show special; write down your answers to shape your own podcast.

Creative Prep Overview0:27
Explore creative prep for podcasting by identifying guests, researching them, crafting outreach, and shaping interview questions into a compelling story outline.
Guest search: start with your network, then expand outward1:54
Start with your existing network on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter to identify guest possibilities, then expand outward through common connections while checking credibility and fit.
Research Part 1: learn enough about potential guests to identify the best ones0:43
Identify promising podcast guests by quick, cursory research using Google, Wikipedia, and public social accounts to learn who they are, what makes them tick, and their prior appearances.
Making contact: how to reach out0:46
Scheduling: the art and science of timing1:27
Research, Part 2: do a deep dive and learn what makes the guest unique0:46
Perform a deeper dive research on your guest by doing Google and social searches, taking notes, and capturing natural questions to guide your interview structure.
Outlining: organize your questions into a STORY1:35
Organize interview questions into a story with a clear beginning, middle, and end using bullet-point outlines, avoid scripting, stay authentic, and guide edits to tighten the interview.
Section 3 EXERCISE0:16

Technical Prep Overview0:13
Recording options: standalone recording, laptop, desktop, smartphone3:39
Explore standalone recorders, laptops, desktops, and smartphones for podcasting, weighing portability, cost, and sound quality. Learn which setup fits your style and environment, from professional mobile options to desktop power.
Editing software: Mac vs. PC - Garageband, QuickTime, Audacity, others1:17
Compare Mac and PC editing options, from GarageBand and QuickTime to Audacity and Adobe Audition, and learn a workflow for recording and editing interviews.
Microphones: learn the basics + good options at every price2:00
Monitoring: earbuds, headphones, speakers0:48
Learn how to monitor your microphone using earbuds or headphones, assess recording environments with critical listening, and compare playback on earbuds, headphones, and speakers to optimize mic isolation during recording.
Hosting: Libsyn, Anchor, DIY1:45
Explore podcast hosting options with Lipson, Anchor, and do-it-yourself setups. Compare Lipson's robust, standardized hosting with content-based pricing to Anchor's free hosting and the do-it-yourself option's control at a cost.
Distribution1:06
Distribute your podcast by creating an RSS feed that feeds into apps on phones, computers, and web browsers, including Apple podcasts, with straightforward channel creation from your host.
Section 4 EXERCISE0:40
Determine your startup budget, choose an affordable microphone, learn recording software, and start with user-friendly platforms like Lipson or Anchor.fm.

Prep: technical and creative1:09
Prepare for the interview by outlining focused questions. Research the guest and share Luke's practical tips for creating a great podcasting course.
Precall: the importance of a good "pregame" chat with your guest2:02
Prepare equipment and a quiet environment for interruption-free call. Use a pre-game talk as a warm-up and technical check, outline the interview, and back up files on a separate drive.
The Interview: a real-time talk with an actual guest. PLUS: doing pickups, wrap15:48
Deliver a real-time interview with a guest, and illustrate building a show from scratch, focusing on gear, sound quality, video setup, and pickups to wrap a concise course demo.
Section 6 EXERCISE0:09
Prepare and record your very first show as you wrap up section 6, and consider the optional exercise to practice.

Edit Prep: the universal editing concepts1:49
Explore universal editing concepts across platforms, including cutting and removing sections, extracting to close gaps, and overwriting or pasting material in the timeline using Adobe Premiere as a visual example.
Cutting the Case Study: our goals, the process, and the real-time edit44:27
Watch a real-time garage band edit that imports the interview, cuts extraneous talk, and tightens pacing to showcase the guest for audience enjoyment.
Music & Mixing: adding production value19:57
Mastering: a little EQ and compression to make it sound great23:02
Master an interview track in GarageBand using a 31-band equalizer and a compressor, adjust the threshold, and balance voices with music by cutting problem frequencies.
Outputting: creating your master audio file. PLUS: Proofing, revising4:42
Export your master audio as MP3 using a high quality preset, with stereo mix and variable bitrate, then proof, revise, and re-export for a smooth, professional podcast ready to publish.
Section 7 EXERCISE0:15
Conclude section 7 of the podcasting course, celebrate finishing this tough module, and get ready to edit, output, and proof your own show before the next section.

Posting Overview1:20
Learn how to post a podcast episode, including assembling assets, uploading, publishing, and releasing. Gain a final consumer check and triage guidance, plus an end-of-chapter exercise.
Assembling the elements: gather links, write Show Notes, create social posts3:33
Create a Blog post6:55
Create a blog post by drafting a concise iTunes summary and optimizing Squarespace formatting. Include guest names and links to boost discoverability and audience engagement.
Upload: getting the show on LibSyn (example); also discuss other options15:06
Upload your episode to Lipson, attach the mp3, fill in the title, description, tags, and artwork, and publish across platforms via rss and embed.
Final proof: download and listen like a consumer. What's their experience?1:12
Publish with scheduled timing and test the episode in a podcast app to ensure smooth download and playback. Verify the end plays correctly and note steps for issues.
Triage: what to do if you've screwed up badly and need to pull the show2:33
Learn when and how to pull a show by editing or deleting the audio in the content tab, then republishing to update listeners while already downloaded episodes stay on devices.
Section 8 EXERCISE0:35
Publish your first podcast episode by uploading to Lipson or Anchor.fm, and share questions in the comments or via social media as two more sections await in the course.

Marketing & Monetizing Overview0:10
Explore marketing and monetizing concepts to shape your show's identity, reach people, and generate revenue.
Branding: determine the identity you want to establish0:32
Define your show's identity and promise by deciding who you are and what topics you cover, then stay consistent to build an audience quickly.
Logo: creating a visual signifier that matches the tone & content of your show1:06
Social accounts: build and populate Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and others1:01
Market your podcast by building consistent Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, and Instagram accounts with a unified brand, consistent about section, and photos, while tailoring content per platform to episode releases.
Getting Fans: start with friends, expand to their friends, then tell the world0:57
Learn to grow a podcast audience organically by starting with friends, having them invite their non-common friends, posting pre-launch updates, and networking in groups before your first episode.
Network: like and listen to similar shows, participate in their groups, be cool1:14
Network by joining groups of similar shows and engaging with value before promoting your podcast. Brand your show in your profile, contribute to chats, and be friendly.
Promote: Facebook ads, Google +, Google Ads, and the important of Google Search2:02
Promote your podcast using Google Ads and Facebook ads, optimize with a Google Plus presence for search visibility, and engage blogs and guests for audience growth.
Word of Mouth: your best advertising & how to effectively encourage it0:40
Leverage word of mouth as your best advertising by encouraging fans to rate five-star reviews on iTunes, share episodes, and invite caring friends.
Monetizing: Get money, get paid.4:03
Monetize by creating a strong show, growing your audience to attract advertisers, using sponsorships or affiliated business models, especially with a focused niche.
Section 9 EXERCISE0:10
Complete the section 9 exercise by creating your social accounts, populating them with basic data, and starting to spread the word about your podcast.

Answer The 6 Magic Questions about your show: Who, What, When, Where, How, Why0:32
Identify your podcast’s core elements by answering the six magic questions—who, what, when, where, why, and how—to define your show's focus, audience, schedule, production plan, and purpose.
Your "Getting Started" Checklist: fill in the blanks, check boxes, make the show0:28
In Conclusion: last thoughts and staying in touch0:28
Connect with Brendan Davis anytime via boards or social media, ask questions, and share your podcast links to stay in touch after completing the course.

Requirements

Basic computer literacy and some knowledge of podcasting is required.

Description

Your instructor Brendan Davis shows you all the podcasting ropes in a conversational but highly focused style. Watch and listen as we create an episode of a show together, in close to real time, and learn how it's done - from the initial concept to distribution. Real-world examples use familiar, popular shows to make the course relatable, and Davis uses his radio and teaching chops to make it fun to watch and listen to along the way.

* July 2020 UPDATE: all those who purchase the course can request a private 20-minute Zoom call with the Instructor to answer specific questions! *

The course is designed to help the beginner get started, to fill in knowledge gaps for the developing podcaster who wants to get better, and to give new ideas and insights to help even an experienced host with their show(s).

The material is organized into 10 sections, outlined below and detailed in the videos, in order to lead you through the entire process with success. By the end of the course, you'll be able to produce and publish your very own podcast, too, or to significantly improve the show or shows you are already doing.

Some topics - such as the more subjective, philosophical ones, the “whys” - are covered in a very concise way, while many of the objective, technical parts - the “hows” - are given a much deeper look. In the Case Study sections in particular, we get VERY detailed. The raw interview and the subsequent edit are both presented in REAL TIME so that you can hear and see EXACTLY how every creative and technical decision was made, and learn how to apply this type of thinking to YOUR show.

Who this course is for:

Beginning podcasters who are ready to get started, intermediate podcasters who want to get better, and experienced podcasters who want a new perspective to improve their existing show(s).
My mission is to provide comprehensive, memorable lessons in minimal time.
I've taught filmmaking in Masters programs for years and I know the value of keeping students engaged, so I also wanted to make the course as entertaining and honest as possible, so I do my best to keep things from getting too tedious.
So if you want to learn from someone who really knows what he's doing, who is sincerely interested in helping you make the best show you can make, AND who doesn't take himself overly seriously in the process, this is the course for you. I'm not playing a role here; for better or worse, this is really me. I hope you enjoy it!

The Complete Podcasting Course with Brendan Davis

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Course content

Why Create A Podcast?7 lectures • 7min

The Big Picture: An Overview of Everything You Need to Know8 lectures • 13min

Creative Prep: Finding Guests, Research, and The Power of a Good Outline8 lectures • 8min

Technical Prep: Your Recording Setup, Hosting Options, & Distribution8 lectures • 11min

Case Study: Creating An Episode!1 lecture • 2min

Case Study: The Interview4 lectures • 19min

Case Study: The Edit6 lectures • 1hr 34min

Case Study: Posting The Show7 lectures • 31min

Marketing & Monetizing10 lectures • 12min

Wrapping Up: Your "Getting Started" Guide To Making Your Very Own Show!3 lectures • 1min

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