
This is the second course in the How to Start a Podcast Series. In this course, we’ll cover set-up basics and share our thoughts on what equipment and software you really need. We also give some pros and cons of popular picks.
We’ll talk you through setting up a recording space that captures the best raw recordings possible, and we’ll help you prepare for that all-important first recording.
We end this course by sharing some of our insider tips and tricks for recording and editing to help ensure that the podcast you launch is the best it can be!
Each of our courses includes a workbook for you to work through tasks and activities based on the modules and lectures.
Explore USB microphone setups for podcasts, from entry mics like the ATR 2100x USB and Blue Yeti to the Shure MV7, with budget and ease-of-use guidance.
Discover why XLR microphones paired with an audio interface offer flexible multi-mic setups, separate input levels, and superior post-production for professional podcasts.
Compare USB and XLR microphone setups, survey portable recorders like the Zoom Podtrac track four and Zoom H5, and review studio mixers such as the Z10.
Discover why monitoring with headphones matters for podcasting, and explore budget over-ear options like Shaw SR 440, Sennheiser HD 280 Pro, and Audio-Technica ATH-M50x for real-time quality control.
Explore professional studio gear for clear podcast audio, including shock mounts, pop filters, and the Zoom LiveTrak L-12 with multiple headphone mixes, plus cloud lifters for richer gain.
Select a podcast host and RSS feed to store and distribute your episodes on the web. Compare editing tools like Audacity and GarageBand, and options such as Squadcast and Zencaster.
Choose a quiet, controllable space for your podcast recording setup, prioritizing sound quality. Minimize ambient noise and avoid echoes or reverb, since smaller spaces offer better control.
Choose a quiet, carpeted space with curtains and furniture to reduce echo and reverb. Get creative with closets or blankets to absorb sound.
Get comfortable with your show by planning your first episodes, prioritizing high quality content for your audience, and preparing to hit record for a strong podcast launch.
Plan and refine your first recordings for a high quality podcast by finding your mic's sweet spot and choosing a scripting or outlining approach that keeps a natural, on-track flow.
Recap the setup for success by reviewing equipment, software, and a recording space. Apply insider tips for high quality audio and valuable content, aided by the workbook and cheat sheet.
This is the second course in the How to Start a Podcast Series. If you haven't gone through the first course, feel free to do that first. In this course, we’ll cover set-up basics and share our thoughts on what equipment and software you really need. We also give some pros and cons of popular picks.
We’ll talk you through setting up a recording space that captures the best raw recordings possible, and we’ll help you prepare for that all-important first recording.
We end this course by sharing some of our insider tips and tricks for recording and editing to help ensure that the podcast you launch is the best it can be!
Each course comes with a standalone PDF workbook that you can download to work alongside the instructor.
Who Are We?
Podcasters Platform is the educational online platform associated with We Edit Podcasts. We Edit Podcasts is a North American podcast production company that has been in the podcasting space for over 8 years, servicing clients worldwide. We’ve taken our knowledge and experience and packaged it all into some great compact courses for you, so that you too, can take on the world of podcasting!
Let's get you started on the path to launching your podcast. Once you complete course 2, feel free to move on to courses 3 and 4 in the series.