Podcasting Made Easy

If you want to know all there is to start podcasting for fun and profit then Podcasting Made Easy will answer all your questions. Seasoned podcaster Steve Hart takes you through the whole process of recording shows and preparing them for distribution. If you only buy one book about starting a podcast - this is it.

If you're looking for a step-by-step walkthrough on how to start a podcast right from the ground with no previous experience, then keep reading... 'The medium of podcasting and the personal nature of it, the relationship you build with your listeners and the relationship they have with you - they could be just sitting there, chuckling and listening... there's nothing like that' - Marc Maron Podcasting is the expressional medium with therapeutic value we've been missing in our lives for decades. Luckily, popularity has been growing exponentially over the last few years - did you know the number of Americans who are weekly podcast listeners over the last 7 years has tripled? Let alone a 24% increase in the UK from 2018-2019. Although there's never been a better time to get into podcasting, with all the contradicting and often false information scattered all over the internet, it's no wonder why so many people often struggle to find a starting point when there's so many conflicting views on what the best quality equipment is, what launch strategy should be used, and even editing. In fact, it can even create the illusion that starting a podcast is a daunting and time-consuming process. You might be reluctant to commit to something you lack both knowledge and experience in or you're worried that when you do make that leap there'll be no one on the other side listening? Maybe you're skeptical of whether you'll be able to get guests on as a newbie with no name to yourself. In Podcasting Made Simple you will discover: The X factor that leaves listeners craving their next fix of your content The secret to creating an immersive parasocial relationship with your audience Why trying to monetize incorrectly can actually ruin your chances of turning your hobby to an income Why many podcasters' advertisement and promotion actually repels potential listeners How to create a loveable personal brand through emotional familiarity The simple, straight forward guide to recording and editing (equipment recommendations included). 5 simple tricks to make postproduction a breeze How to choose and execute the launch strategy that's right for you Why over half of podcasts are given up on by 6 months down the line How to format the perfect email that will get sponsors running your way, even if you have a low listenership Unique ways to start attracting guests, and become an authoritative figure The pre-guest ritual that guarantees a free-flowing interview The single most important voice technique that you can use to differentiate your show from competitors  This digestible guide is made for people who have no experience, so yes, this will work for you even if you've never spoken into a microphone. Even if you're not a technology guru, and have no presence on social media. Even if you have an extremely busy schedule and a low budget. Even if you think your content ideas are absolutely absurd and no one will listen. Even if there are thousands of podcasts similar to yours already published, and you have no marketing experience

If you're looking for a step by step walkthrough on how to start a podcast right from the ground with no previous experience, then keep reading... 'The medium of podcasting and the personal nature of it, the relationship you build with your listeners and the relationship they have with you - they could be just sitting there, chuckling and listening... there's nothing like that' - Marc Maron Podcasting is the expressional medium with therapeutic value we've been missing in our lives for decades. Luckily, popularity has been growing exponentially over the last few years - did you know the number of Americans who are weekly podcast listeners over the last 7 years has tripled? Let alone a 24% increase in the UK from 2018-2019. Although there's never been a better time to get into podcasting, with all the contradicting and often false information scattered all over the internet, it's no wonder why so many people often struggle to find a starting point when there's so many conflicting views on what the best quality equipment is, what launch strategy should be used, and even editing. In fact, it can even create the illusion that starting a podcast is a daunting and time-consuming process. You might be reluctant to commit to something you lack both knowledge and experience in or you're worried that when you do make that leap there'll be no one on the other side listening? Maybe you're skeptical of whether you'll be able to get guests on as a newbie with no name to yourself. In Podcasting Made Simple you will discover: The X factor that leaves listeners craving their next fix of your content The secret to creating an immersive parasocial relationship with your audience Why trying to monetize incorrectly can actually ruin your chances of turning your hobby to an income Why many podcasters' advertisement and promotion actually repels potential listeners How to create a loveable personal brand through emotional familiarity The simple, straight forward guide to recording and editing (equipment recommendations included). 5 simple tricks to make postproduction a breeze How to choose and execute the launch strategy that's right for you Why over half of podcasts are given up on by 6 months down the line How to format the perfect email that will get sponsors running your way, even if you have a low listenership Unique ways to start attracting guests, and become an authoritative figure The pre-guest ritual that guarantees a free-flowing interview The single most important voice technique that you can use to differentiate your show from competitors This digestible guide is made for people who have no experience, so yes, this will work for you even if you've never spoken into a microphone. Even if you're not a technology guru, and have no presence on social media. Even if you have an extremely busy schedule and a low budget. Even if you think your content ideas are absolutely absurd and no one will listen. Even if there are thousands of podcasts similar to yours already published, and you have no marketing experience. If you're ready to start your podcasting journey, then scroll up and click the 'Add to Cart' button now!

Ready to find out how to record Podcasts and profit? Create best-selling information products without writing one word. Stake your claim in residual profits with monthly "podcasts" that ensure members put cash in your pocket 12 times a year. Conquer an untapped market before the masses hop on board. No hard-to-understand "techie" hardware or software to buy No special license or training to fight for (like regular radio broadcasts require). Little to no money needed to get started. A very small learning curve (you'll be up and running in no time).

Podcasting Made Simple has answers. Hilda Labrada Gore is a podcast producer, consultant, and the host of a popular podcast. Charlie Birney is the founder of Podcast Village, a group committed to helping podcasters produce, launch, and promote their shows. Together, they demystify the podcasting process so that by the time you've finished this book, you'll be able to get your own show up and running.

If you're looking for a guide that walks you through how to start a podcast, you're absolutely in the right place... Starting a podcast isn't difficult, but there are many steps you'll need to go through to get it launched. In this podcasting tutorial, we'll walk you through every step of the process: This book gives you a simple overview of podcasting and shares the details required to get you up and running with a quality podcast. You'll probably find each and everything you need to know in the pages of this book to begin podcasting. We'll cover the history of podcasting, how to download podcasts, and, most importantly, how your podcast can be produced and distributed. Podcasting is a relatively young area, and many developments are still taking place. What began as a cool way to combine a bunch of current technologies into a nifty way to share audio files has become a global craze that now includes video, pictures, and other types of data used in education, government, and major corporations. It's fair to say that even more improvements in the industry will be seen in the next few years.

More people than ever are turning to podcasts for on-demand, mobile entertainment and information. Podcasting Made Easy offers a fast and easy way to get the know-how you need to produce and distribute one of your very own. Written by a pair of podcasting pioneers, this book shares insight on the technology behind recording, editing, and sharing podcasts, along with tips and tricks on how to produce a pro-level podcastPodcasting has enjoyed a recent boom thanks to a new crop of hit podcasts catching the ears of the public and media along with the continued growth of mobile and streaming devices as a source for entertainment. If you want to jump on the podcasting bandwagon, you've come to the right place! In this fully updated edition, would-be and experienced podcasters alike will get all the tech information, production insight, and promotional tips they need to either get a podcast off the ground or improve on an existing one.Get the gear you needFind your podcasting voiceFind and build an audiencePlan your podcastNew tools have made it easier than ever to create a podcast―and this book shows you how.

New tools have made it easier to create a podcast. The second edition of Podcasting For Dummies shows you how you can create and distribute your own online recordings using tools you already have. This edition also covers what you need to build a top-notch podcasting studio. Expert podcasters Tee Morris and Evo Terra are joined on this edition by a fellow podcasting guru, Chuck Tomasi, to walk you through recording, editing, posting, and promoting a podcast. Chapters cover: Choosing a topic that fits your expertise Writing an outline or script for your podcast Turning your existing computer into a desktop podcasting studio Picking the microphone, headphones, and audio editing software that best suit your needs Upgrading to pro-level podcasting equipment Conducting interviews and recording an interview subject who’s not in the room with you Navigating the XML code you need to share your podcast Finding a place to host your podcast online Promoting your podcasts in the blogosphere, online discussion groups, and social networking sites Seeking out sponsors, advertising, and subscriptions to make your podcast pay Creating podcasts designed to promote a business