How to Start A Podcast [Step-by step 2024 update]

Want to learn how to start your own podcast? Well, we’re starting a new Captivate show of our own and we’re taking you along for the ride! Join your host Rachel, Content Executive at Captivate, and special guest-host Mark Asquith, CEO of Captivate, as we design, build and launch a brand new podcast from scratch. Find out just how easy it is to start your own podcast and follow along with us to set up a growth-ready show using the steps we’ll take together. Listen in and let’s launch a podcast!

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Bonus: You’ve Launched Your Podcast! What Happens Now?

First - congratulations on your podcast launch! In this special bonus episode, I want to talk about what happens after you launch your podcast, and some of the changes in mindset that you need to make in order to keep podcasting and still have fun with it. After all, podcasting is a labour of love but it should never stop being fun to do. The focus of this episode is to help you find your first 100 genuine listeners – those listeners who go on to become super fans and who will share your podcast...

Jan 01, 2024•9 min•Season 1Ep. 8

It’s Time to Launch Your Podcast!

By now, you should be ready to launch your podcast. Maybe you have already launched. Either way, we want to congratulate you on the biggest milestone any podcaster can achieve. You’ve come a long way and worked so hard to get this far, and now your podcast is live for people all over the world to hear and download! In this episode, we cover why we recommend a launch WEEK, not just launch day! What are some of the biggest misconceptions about launching a podcast? What NOT to do when launching a n...

Jan 01, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 7

Get Your Podcast on Apple, Spotify & More!

In this episode, I cover how your podcast ends up on Apple, Google etc, how long it takes and what you have to do! Plus, we’ll cover some easy pre-launch actions you can do to promote your new show whilst you’re waiting for directory approval. This episode's milestone: The focus for this episode is to submit our podcast audio, be it your trailer or episodes or both, to Apple Podcasts and all the other major podcast platforms using Captivate! Head to page 17 of your Podcast Launch Accelerator cri...

Jan 01, 2024•7 min•Season 1Ep. 6

Recording Your First Podcast Episode

In this episode, we’re going to start recording our podcast audio! This is the exciting part where your podcast really starts to come to life. But we’re not starting with recording a full episode - first, we’re going to record our podcast trailer. We'll cover what to include in your trailer and our tips for DIY studio recording at home. Why start with your podcast trailer instead a full episode? Well, it's all to do with your pre-launch strategy: it takes a while to get into directories, so a tr...

Jan 01, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 5

Podcast Equipment pt. 2 - Software

In this episode, we’re going to talk about the software that you need to record, edit and distribute your podcast. These will be the final pieces to your podcasting ‘tech stack’. What are the essential apps and software that all beginner podcasters need? Here are the answers so you can make the best decision for your podcast right away. For video demos and more information, head to page 14 of your Podcast Launch Accelerator crib sheet ! What can you expect from this podcast? I’m your host, Rache...

Jan 01, 2024•13 min•Season 1Ep. 4

Podcast Equipment pt. 1 - Microphones

In this episode, we’re getting started with podcast technology and building our first podcast ‘stack’. Why is podcast technology so daunting in the first place?! People get overwhelmed with options, there’s the doubt that comes with spending money, everyone has opinions on what the best kit is. The takeaway is: you don’t have to spend tons of money getting the highest quality equipment available. In the beginning, you should focus on creating quality content, growing your listenership and making...

Jan 01, 2024•12 min•Season 1Ep. 3

Designing Your Podcast

In this episode, we’re getting into the fun details - we’re going to design our podcast. This is a really fun step, where your podcast will start coming together properly as you start to piece together all the exciting ideas you’ve had and form it into something concrete. What do we mean by ‘designing’ a podcast? Let’s talk through the steps. I’ll be joined by my special guest, CEO & co-founder of Rebel Base Media, and owner of podcast hosting platform Captivate.fm, Poductivity, Podcast Webs...

Jan 01, 2024•18 min•Season 1Ep. 2

What Stops You Starting Your Podcast?

In this episode, we’re going to talk about the four big, common problems that stops a lot of podcasters from starting a podcast and how you can overcome them. Everyone launching a podcast faces these obstacles, and it’s easy to get round them - you just need to know how. Maybe you’ll recognise some of these challenges yourself and by sharing them today, we’ll help you to finally overcome them and get your podcast started. I’ll be joined by my special guest, CEO & co-founder of Rebel Base Med...

Jan 01, 2024•15 min•Season 1Ep. 1

How to Start a Podcast - What You'll Learn

Want to learn how to start your own podcast? If you’re thinking about finally launching your podcast, but you’re worried about technology, you’re suffering from imposter syndrome, you don’t know what to talk about or you simply don’t have the time, this podcast is for you. If you already have a podcast and still have those challenges or want to launch another, this podcast is for you! We’ll be using the framework provided in our Podcast Launch Accelerator course to cover everything from choosing...

Jan 01, 2024•3 min

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