Starting Your Own Podcast

Have you ever wanted to start your own podcast? If so, this course will take you step by step through the process!

Created byChris Wilkey

Last updated 1/2014

English

What you'll learn

Understand the basics of how podcasting works
Determine the topic, format, and name of your podcast
Sign up for a hosting account and update your show's information
Submit your show to iTunes and Stitcher Radio
Understand the basic equipment needed to record your first show
Upload your first show to your hosting service
Learn a little about Audacity
Learn how to get your first listeners and reviews
Find out what your next steps should be in podcasting

Course content

6 sections • 20 lectures • 1h 21m total length

Introduction2:33
This video goes over a brief introduction on who should be taking the course and why you should be a part of it!
What We Are Going to Cover1:46
Any great course starts off by tell you what you are going to learn. This video explains what we are going to be learning in this great course.

How Podcasting Works4:00
Before we dive into how to set up your first podcast, we need to understand how the world of podcasting works. This video explains the process from recording to listening.
Deciding What You Are Going to Talk About7:15
So you want to podcast? What is your podcast going to cover? This video will guide you through some questions you must ask yourself before determining a topic for your podcast.
The Format of Your Show8:11
You will need a roadmap for each podcast you record. This video will help you to create that roadmap so you can have a constant format for your podcast.
Naming Your Podcast3:42
A lot goes into a name of a podcast! Make sure you are selecting the correct name for you new podcast.
Designing a Show Graphic2:57
In order to look professional, your podcast is going to need a professional cover image. This video shows you how to do that for just $5.

Finding Podcast Hosting3:38
In order to share your podcast with the world, you will need to have a hosting site. This video showcases my favorite podcast hosting site, Libsyn.com
Inputing Your Show's Information5:03
When a show is published, it is important for it to carry the right information for the directories. This video will show you how to make sure you have the right information in the right places.
Finding Your RSS Feed1:48
In order to share you podcast with the directories, you will need to have your RSS feed link. This video shows you where to find it.
Submitting Your Podcast to iTunes2:58
iTunes is one of the largest podcast directories around. This video shows you how to submit your podcast to be listed.
Submitting Your Podcast to Stitcher Radio2:39
Stitcher Radio is a new and upcoming podcast directory. This video shows you how to get your podcast listed on the site.

Finding the Right Equipment3:41
This video shows you the equipment you will need after you record your first podcast. Here are the links mentioned in the video:

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Audacity6:10
In the audio world, there is a great free audio editing tool called Audacity. This video gives a brief overview of how to use this tool to create your podcast.
Recording an Introduction2:55
If you want your podcast to sound professional, you will need a fantastic audio introduction. I show you how to do that for just $5 in this video. My introduction can be found as the supplementary material attached.
Interviews4:54
Sometimes it is a great idea to have a guest star on your show. This video shows you how to get interviews and how to record them.
Uploading Your Show to Your Hosting Site6:56
A podcast serves no purpose if you do not share it with the world. This video shows you how to upload your podcast to your hosting service to make magic happen.

Requirements

A willingness to learn
A computer

Description

During long commutes or workout sessions, people get tired of listening to the same old music. These people resort to finding content they are interested in and listening to it. Having your own podcast will allow you to reach this segment of people and expand your marketing presence.

Podcasting is relatively easy to do, but you have to know how to get started before you start uploading your audio to iTunes. Without a little bit of training, you will have some serious trouble getting started.

This course is designed to walk you through the steps taking your podcast from an "idea" to a "reality". We will start with learning more about how podcasting actually works and by the end of the course, we will have your first podcast on iTunes and Stitcher radio.

Who this course is for:

Anyone looking to start podcasting
Anyone who likes to talk
Anyone who is looking to expand their reach
Marketers
Small business owners
Internet marketers

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Course content

Course Introduction2 lectures • 4min

The Basics5 lectures • 26min

The Technical Side of Things5 lectures • 16min

Recording Your Show5 lectures • 25min

Getting People to Listen2 lectures • 7min

Course Summary1 lecture • 4min

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