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How to Create a Podcast for Beginners
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- Опубликовано: 14 авг 2024
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0:00 How to Create Podcasts
0:23 Choosing a Microphone
2:16 Choosing a Recorder
5:02 Record Your Podcast
6:27 Edit Your Podcast
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Hey!
thank you so much for this vid.
I got a lot from it - I’m starting my podcast this week.
I would to interview one day.
My content is
History and New generations. A place where people want to be heard in a world that’s way too confusing (especially for the new generation) and to see if history/life lessons/wisdom can aid in those problematic thoughts.
My podcast will be about spirituality and helping people elevate to their highest selves. ✨
Thanks for all your useful, practical and pro videos on podcasting. I want to start a podcast this year for the South African agricultural sector. Sharing knowledge and farmer's stories about their farming business, finances and other factors affecting their business.... super excited, just have to get out of my head and, as you say... start recording!
Time travel
For a few months I’ve been toying around with the idea of starting a podcast. I’ve watched a lot of videos even came up with a name. It’s basically going to focus on the challenges of being a millennial, our thoughts and views; with hopes of invigilating guests from various groups in terms of professions and just different stages of their lives.
Just set up a podcast channel today! Going to record our first episode next week: it won't be perfect but progress is more important than perfection!
Your 3rd subscriber
4th subscriber 👌
“Done is better than perfect” 🙂
I got a podcast as well. just using my phone. Do it and good luck. I will be sure to check it out as well
Way to go
I have been thinking about starting a podcast for YEARS now!! It took me 4 years to finally launch my RUclips channel and I’m so blessed I did. It’s been weighing heavy on my heart to just start. Start a podcast, regardless of what others think. My goal is to create content that can empower people, take a leap of faith, and just overall relatable content! I’m doing it for me and those that I can help in some way!
Love this. Did you start your podcast??
Omg have you started one yet??
Im actually really wanting to do a podcast as well I am glad to hear advice from real starters!
Yes thank you dearly forgot to add this thought not to ateal the well put words. Next level here i come
Woooow
May I thank you for being a person who gets straight to the point without a whole bunch of blah blah. Your video is so helpful. You really are appreciated more then you can imagine.
Wholeheartedly agree!
Thinking about starting a podcast about self-care, healing trauma & personal growth. Thanks for this video!! I feel encouraged.
Do it, I’ll definitely stay in tune
Don't think do it
I would tune in . I also am starting one on addictions , what to look for . Where to get help , help caller with there spouses or children even siblings. And also hear happy endings even sad ones so others can know they are not alone and possibly get stronger hearing what strangers had to go through and endure to get clean or to where they are too
Same! 😇🤓 we got this
Send link, ready to watch
Starting a podcast about mental health and the realities that people go through is a dream I want to turn into reality
Me too. Wish I could use my clinical psychology degree for something like this to help
Me too..this is why I am here exactly
Hey let’s start it up. That’s my calling from God. If your serious as I am we can take a chance an try!
I've been thinking of starting a podcast with my sister who is a retired nurse. The podcast would be about health care issues, nursing and her sharing her 30 years of experiences treating patients. I'm very proud of my sister and I'm pretty sure she'd love to do this with me. Only thing is, I haven't asked her yet!
Do it!
Ask her ASAP nurses have the best situations others can relate to medical or daily life
I’ve been thinking about this for years. I’m a mom to 14 children but now my kids are all older so I can carve out some creative outlet time. I wanted to interview movers and shakers in my own community. Thank you for this video! I feel encouraged to jump in!
14??
Mashallah ❤❤❤❤
Do it mama, please 🙏🏿
Do it! You are awesome and have so much to share ❤ especially for new mums like me ❤
Launching my podcast in July. It's going to be about young adulthood and everything it comes with. From personal growth, to responsibility and finances, and so much more . This video was extremely helpful in breaking down the basics of how to produce a podcast, thanks so muchhhh!
How is it now?
What’s the name of your podcast?! I think that’s a great idea!
I will love to come on your podcast because it resonate with what my personal cause is all about. Helping American teenagers and young adults find their purpose early and discourage the path of incarceration which is prevalent in the country.
Sounds like good content areas.
what's the name of your podcast and is it available to all? i'd like to check it out
I have been thinking about starting a podcast since last year and I have finally decided to take action. This video was so helpful, you got straight to the point. I am so excited to get started with giving children a platform to speak their truth about the issues they face daily that they often do not get the opportunity to talk about. I anticipate starting on or before November 1, 2022. Thank you so much for being such a light and a blessing!
Did you make it?
Thanks for the basic information on creating podcasts. I am a teacher in Chicago and am trying to create a podcast in my school to give the students a place to discuss issues that are important to them. To say I am a beginner is an understatement...lol. At least the information you gave is a starting point for me. Thank you
Came back to after a month of backend work to say we're up and running on all platforms with several episodes already finished and scheduled. We wouldn't have made it past "having an idea" phase without the help of your video!
Hi please send the link to your podcast I would like to listen
I’m planning on starting my own podcast soon. But firstly,I’ll be telling a story of my late grandpa who was more like a pacesetter,educationist,explorer and a philanthropist. So much to learn and talk about.
I believe this tips will be of great help. Thank you so much 😊🇳🇬
Last year my friend and I wanted to start a podcast motivating women and just in general real life issues/conversations to talk about unfortunately we just never got to it, the end of the year I started really looking into it & thanks to think media I now have an idea of the products I need to start it! 1st episode will out Feb. 1st
Love this so much!
so excited to listen !! what’s the name?
Those are always corny
Did you get your show up? I'd like to give it a listen!
Do you see the irony in this? Lol 😂 looser
Thank you so very much for this video! I can't wait to start! I plan on starting a Podcast about studying the Bible from the perspective of who wrote it and who it was originally written to at the time. After speaking at a Bible study, I had a young lady encourage me to start one and that is what stirred up my interest. I've had a RUclips channel for a while, but I have not been able to drum up a lot of views. So I am looking for other media outlets to try. Thank you again!
Go for it 😊
I've been watching think podcast since 9am, its 1145 now... im loving what im getting from these videos and Omar is definitely making things easier for my podcast. thank you think podcast!
I listen to the Think Media Podcast (and others) while I do my daily walk. Currently my walk is around our frozen lake here at our cabin in the Yukon! I've been thinking through the idea of adding a podcast to my social media presence, so this was really helpful! Thanks, Omar!
Amazing, thanks for being a listener!
social media is destructive nonsense.
@@kissthesky40 For you, yes. You are right.
@@j.flaner8506
J Flamer
I’m launching my podcast very soon! My mic just came in today! ♥️ 🎙
Good luck 👍🏽 You can record your podcasts using Podcastle! Let us know if you have any questions ☺️
Ive had a yeti microphone for two years and I’m finally starting. I’m so excited
Hey if you could use the extra traffic my company specializes in getting podcasts traffic. It’s a inexpensive way to grow your podcast
I wanna start a podcast that’s dedicated to sharing how I view the world as a 15 year old. I have a lot of problems I think need to be advocated for and pointed out
Definitely the best straight to the point video Definitely had my notebook writing down everything thank you
I was just searching for this , and ur video was a godsend
I have done Livestreams in the past and this video gives me reassurance that it never hurts to try something new your true supporters will definitely tune in at the end of the day
Thank you for this!!! I'm in the production phase of our podcast now and this helps a lot!
I just started a Star Wars podcast on Spotify called “a galaxy far far away” by darth varin and qui Gon Jack. This was really helpful. Thank you
This is my first time creating a podcast and videos and this was very informative thanks again think media I'm from Jamaica and my podcast will be mostly on sports and at times open topic thanks again for those 5 guidelines for beginners like myself
Id like my podcast to be my personal journal entries about who I am today reflecting on my old self
Disability and its effect on mental health is something that needs to be talked about more, and I’d like to start a podcast. Thanks for your tips.
Thanks for helping to understand a whole lot easier! I'm going to watch this again!
I love the honesty in this video, Soo helpful
I have been trying to start a podcast for over a year. I was too nervous because I thought you needed to do so much. I am so ready just from watching you.
This was so simple and straight to the point where I feel like I can now definitely do this! Thanks for all the great knowledge!
Thank you for the great advice and tips! I love that last part about if no one watches the first couple of episodes that is okay so you can later deliver excellent content! I am brainstorming of creating a podcast with my best friend about women empowerment!
this was THE exact motivation we needed to start our podacst journey!!! Thank you!
Just what I needed. It’s been on my list to get this underway and I’m thinking an option would be audio versions of some of my RUclips channel videos as an alternative way to consume them.
Audio is a major part of podcast
Agree 100% man
😂
Thank you so much for the video, really helpful, I'm starting a podcast this July, I've already recorded two episodes, I'm still editing them. The podcast is about branding, helping the listener to build a profitable brand with each episode.
Thanks for all the info. Really wanting to start a podcast on Mental Health from a patient perspective.
My podcast is about a couple of high schoolers week by week life stories and memories, and honestly how to make each other laugh with either my energy or my friends. Because we like to laugh and I wanna have people enjoy our conversations. To put light on people who can’t talk about their problems or stuff their excited about in the coming weeks or months
I want to join the podcast
@@hottspicyy3072 sure
Where can i listen to it
I haven't podcasted for a long time but plan to start doing so again soon. The trend seems to be to record video podcasts and use that audio for the podcast-only services so you get reach there and on RUclips at once, it'd be great to see an episode on how to set up solo and/or guest video podcasts (both in person and remote interviews). Great content as always!
I’m really wanting to invest into starting podcasting. This video helped, I want to talk to my generation and the upcoming generation, and parents
Same here. I'm looking for a business partner one the same wave. Have you gotten started yet? Familiar with RiversideFM?
I have been thinking of starting my own my channel. Today I made a list of things needed for the Podcasts. Thank you for channeling this video. 😊
This was sooo dope! Inspirational and informative. Thank you
This video def helped motivated me to start a few months ago And I gotta say it’s def more difficult then I anticipated but through the experience I’ve developed my own recipe on making things a bit easier for me
I am in the process of creating a podcast to help women of all ages find peace and intention in the everyday. This is to go side by side in my Christian Life Coaching business. This is great info! Thank you!
I want to have a YT/podcast. & learning now and will start this wkend! My podcast will be about Growing in Christ & telling my testimony etc. Faith based though for sure! 💕 I thank you for the tips and info you assist us beginners with!
These are such great tips! I'm working on a podcast called Sustainability 100+ that will host corporate heads, government officials, think tanks, ClimateTech entrepreneurs, and sustainability heroes in India. Super excited for it! Thanks, Omar :)
I just thought of the idea and shared it with my husband. With his push and support, I'm gonna jump in to create a podcast. I'm nervous of what my niche should be or if I even need one, what my podcast should be called and how to organize myself with the topics. But this video made me feel comfortable in knowing that there's a program that helps with the audio of podcasting, and where it'll all be stored. 🤞🏽
Once you are ready to get started, message us and we will do a live demo for you going through our platform and how to use it!
I have no idea where to start, but you gave me confidence to start my content.
Bro. This is highly instrumental. Thank you for this post. 🙏🏽
Honestly trying to make a podcast to tell my story and experience. I’ve been wanting to make one for a few years now but I think this the year!
I’d listen
Good luck!
I actually recorded my first episode. Just need to edit and upload ☺️
@@Fortheloveofniyah YAY! :)
I honestly don’t know at this point but watching this I’m adding it to my lessons learned playlist and will definitely start gathering my equipment and some teammates and hopefully we can come up with something
What are some things that interest you?
@@edsmith1313 wow thanks for responding . I am huge into visuals and appreciating editing . Also I’m a drama fanatic, I like watching events and trying to put myself in others shoes .. but I also want to spread a positive message somehow .. lately I’ve been motivated to live like it’s my last day , after watch a Steve Jobs speech speaking on his pancreatic cancer.. I honestly don’t know but with so much noise in the world I try to put a smile on folks face .. I didn’t expect a response sorry if it’s lengthy
My 14 yr old Granddaughter and I were talking about having a true crime podcast just today. We both love true crime and paranormal anything. I loved this video, gave me some things to think about as far as how to get started. I had no idea where to record it to, what equipment was needed...etc so thank you for giving us ideas to get started.
What are the differences between podcast platforms?🤔🤔🤔🤔🥰🥰🥰
Thanks Omar for your tips 🥰🥰🥰🥰
the difference is the people that owns the company and some podcasts are only available in the one platform.
Launching the first episode on Monday. A show where four men with varying perspectives talk about subjects from the taboo to the typical with only one rule in mind; be honest, man.
You asked if I got any value from your information and video? LOVED IT! I want to begin my own podcast and you were clear, informative, likable, thank you Sir for directing me in the right direction.
I am watching this because I am starting a podcast on the topic of leadership sharing my experience working in the criminal justice system. I hope to connect with you guys and bring an update in few months. Good luck everyone trying to build something.
Very helpful video 👍
Thanks, as always, for the information Omar! You and the rest of Think Media have been a guide over the last 5 months since we launched our personal finance video podcast!
Incredible! Way to go for it!
Thank you. I’m getting ready to start my podcast. I use to have a talk show on tv. I got sick and now it will be a podcast . Audio fi rest then visual. I’ve meet so many people when I had my talk so in Hollywood.
Looking forward to starting a podcast this year taking biblical insight to apply to everyday life situations. We will focus on subjects around relationships, personal development, parenting, growing spiritual relationship with God, etc.
In the height of the alpha male podcasts, this video is genius! Love it!
This was an awesome video definitely motivated me I have shared it with a couple friends already and now it’s time to start working on scripts and topics
🔥
I'm a survivor of gun violence in my 6th decade wanting to reach out to other survivors & people experiencing traumatic grief & PTSD. This is my legacy primarily for my two remaining living children & for my grandson whose father was taken by gun violence after being shot 13 times by police in 2014. I've come far in my own healing journey & I belong to Everytown for Gun Safety & Moms Demand Action. I hope to share some of the modalities that I've learned through my own experiences & to help others who are traveling their own Journey of the Soul towards evolution & healing. Thank you for sharing your knowledge & information - it's very much appreciated. Many Blessings.
Hello, this content is resourceful! Hopefully, l will start a my podcast soon. This is one of my assignments for class. I’m so glad that there are platform like u to have quality value.
Thanks for the informative video, Omar! I’m looking into video podcasting after I get more experience on RUclips.
We all appreciate your power tips! 💪
I also want to add video podcasting as my primary podcast. However, I figured I would start off just audio till I get more comfortable. I’m getting the kinks out now lol
@@edsmith1313 Any practice is good practice 👌🏼 Better than inaction and mere ideation.
My podcast is going to be about how to find the right assisted living option for family members. So this would be an informative podcast on different elder care subjects
Great idea
There is so much to share! Have a GREAT 2014 !
I too am encouraging myself to speak of all about my past and current life addictions, financial, how being 23 years of age is now in days what my goals are etc
I started my Podcast, but only a trailer is public. I still need to upload some episodes. , Music And Social
Great advice, exactly what i needed!
I liked this video for one simple reason. Soon as I clicked on the video I began to gain the information I was searching for! Thanks for not wasting my time!
My wife passed away on December 7th. Needless to say, I need therapy and I am in the process of putting together a podcast in memory of my wife. I was making daily posts about her progress while she was in the hospital and people told me that I really needed to do something with those! So, here I am, a newbie setting out to memorialize my wife.
I love this so much. Sending prayers your way. 🤍
Thank you Omar. This is really helpful.
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@@ThinkMediaTV ✌
I am going to start a pod cast. Just starting but it’s going to be about fishing with dabbles of hunting in it. I want to have segments in each episode. An adventure seg (story telling), a bait talk, and a weekly update of me fishing. Should I stick to just the 3 segments or is better to have more? Awesome video!
Oh my gosh im so glad i found you, this video was a major help. im thinking about doing different topics that start some of the greatest debates. i want advice days for women/ men and parenting. I want trash talk about sports and politics. i want viewers to come on my podcast and not know what the topic is for that day but to know their going to leave, entertained, educated and fired up to carry on the conversation with their peers
Thanks for this info, I will be starting my own podcast really soon. I have a few ideas about it but will keep you updated on what it will be.
This is so helpful. I might need to start a podcast for the school where I work. The problem is I myself never listen to podcasts. I will be flying by the seat of my pants.
What about doing live streaming on RUclips Facebook. I’m new with this space. Can we use this mic or use a condenser mic? Thanks for sharing.
Always go for dynamic Mikes. Condensers are Studio use only.
@@nicholairisvang again thank you for sharing this information. I without doing my due diligence on mic’s purchased a Podmic. Not realizing that I need an interface, stand, boom arm, and a possible cloudlifter. It is not a plug-in and play program. Lesson learned. Thanks
@@5smoothstonesproject740 yeah. the episode is called “podcasting for beginners” they forgot the episode named “How to spend 500 usd to begin”.
By the Way, buying the Shure MV7, would have saves you all the hasle
@@nicholairisvang yes I know. Lesson learned. Thanks again for the video info. I will look it up now.
Starting mines soon
Hey there, I enjoyed your video. I am planning to start a podcast. You asked in the video to describe what the podcast would be about. In short, I'm a proud father of two young boys. Single parent who wants to promote men being involved with their kids after separation and invite more women to provide access. The podcast will not be talking about that primarily, mainly, seeking to learn and share ideas on how to be the best single dad you can be. I intend to draw on my experiences, share ideas, and also interview other great parents from different situations to learn and develop ideas and the whole idea is to provide resources and ideas to men who want to be more involved.
I would like to have a listen to that.
I have been deliberating a podcast for at least a year and I am in the mindset, NOW or never, so NOW. I just co-wrote a book with a woman I had never met. From Swiping to Bedside, A guide to navigating the dating app world with personal experiences. I am a widow and she is divorced. I would love to create a space for people to talk about their experiences. I am totally going to try your tips!!!
I want to make a podcast about the different mythological creatures all over the world and from different religions
That sounds cool, I hope you succeed
Thanks for ur helpful info & advice, truly appreciated! I like how u explain and break info down, so it doesn't seem too too daunting lol! Keen to learn more.
My Podcast will be about Self Help/Love & Mind training! (how trauma affects us, self healing, and self love and mind training to live the life u desire/dream!)
Good luck!
I've been eager to start a
Podcast I have the content
already but needed the
Instructer to guide me on
the steps to take. Thanks !
Thank you for this video. Very helpful.
I want my podcast to be about learning Spanish through real life stories, with embedded vocabulary, short phrases & expressions. However, and to the extent of creating a video podcast & use RUclips as my channel, I heard from a person I met that I need to be able to keep things interested for my audience as well as keeping it animated. This I already do naturally. I just do not want to create a video where I am just directly teaching and using a whiteboard in the background. That type of video and content feels as if you were back in school. I want to be unique, creative, have variety of the things I share and make it fun. Eventually, offering more in-depth lessons for those that want a one-on-one lesson. Any advice based on what I have mentioned? I would appreciate any feedback. Thank you!
I would like to start a podcast that are just simple conversations with everyday people. I want to highlight their stories and just see where it goes. I would sprinkle in some more recognized names of folks I respect/enjoy, but the whole goal would be shining the light on “normal” people, with cool stories.
I am so excited to start my podcast. I am a diehard New York Jets fan. This is something that i have been doing since the pandemic. I am hoping to start it before the season starts in September. Since i love sports so much i have people tell me that i sound like a radio show host so i figured why dont i use my voice to talk Jets football. Waiting to get my New York Jets podcast off the ground
I am exploring how to create a podcast for grieving parents. My name is Susan Underwood and I recently wrote a memoir about my personal journey and the loss of my son in 2007. I realize, especially in these days and times, how many parents need support in navigating life after the loss of a child.
I have a lot to learn on how to create a podcast. I appreciate this straight forward video on first steps.
If anyone is interested in my memoir, or know someone who it may help, the title of the book is “A Change In Plans” by Susan Underwood. Available at all major book outlets🙏🏽
Thanks again!
NICE JOB
Thank you Omar. You always rock it. I will do a 'video podcast', interviews with niche influencers with specific goal, topics and strategy and want to re-purpose the soundtrack to syndicate the podcast. I have not yet thought in depth how the set-up and running of the video podcast needs to be (quirks and pitfalls) to ensure I can repurpose it, but I will. :-)
You got this!
Our video feature is coming soon! So once you decide to get started, let us know, and we will be happy to guide you through our platform!
@@podcastleai Thank you. I SUBSCRIBED and keep an eye on you ;-)
@@podcastleai Hey! I’m looking to start video podcasting. Please let me know when the feature comes
@@ThinkMediaTV is audio-only podcasting still a good option?
Starting fresh, again. Thanks for the pointers.
I am a (55-year-old) Healthcare Administration student. My assignment in Occupational Analysis required a podcast. I have no idea where to begin. Your video may have just saved my Dean's List ranking! Thank you. I will come back after submission and grading to update.
Hey, I'm Eric, and I am a professional video editor. It would be great to be part of your podcasting journey, If you need any kind of editing help, feel free to reach out to me! All the best!
How does Podcastle work when you're recording your podcast on video simultaneously?
This question!
Think of it as a place the audio is captured and edited - then you would export the audio and replace it with your video’s “scratch” audio
@@ThinkMediaTV thx for replying. Sounds great if just doing podcast audio. I wouldn't want to have to align up audio to my video. Maybe I'm misunderstanding though.
@@KimHelm Video podcasting will soon be available on Podcastle as well! Stay tuned 😊
My podcast was the finalist for independent shorts awards
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I am starting a podcast club with my High school students. I am hoping that the studio condenser mics will be sufficient.
What I want to do is close to my heart. It will be based on losing you child. Grief is horrific and parents often have no one to turn to when experiencing a tragedy of this magnitude. We need ALL the help we can get. So hope I can accomplish this and be the person a griever or those supporting someone in grief can come to for 1st hand experience and advice on this sensitive topic. Thanks for the tips ♥️
Soooo Dope!!! Been wanting to start a podcast after being a guest on a few! Using you as our guide! You explained and set the example at the same time! Thank You! Would love some advice if you have time💯🤙❤️
My podcast is targeting young ladies from 10-13 of age, encouraging and motivating self-love,self-care, and self-esteem.
Thanks for sharing! This information was great! I can’t wait to start recording my podcast. Good luck to everyone on the same path. I’m trying not to overthink it and have fun 🙃
Very helpful especially for someone who is just starting