Podcasts by How to Record a Podcast

Starting a Podcast in 2021: What's Stopping You? from 2021-01-12T12:00

What’s stopping you from starting your podcast? There could be a number of reasons, especially in the world we are living in today, that you don’t feel able to start a podcast and they are all v...

Starting a Podcast in 2021: Podcast Launch Roadmap from 2021-01-04T12:21:52

Starting a podcast is a simple process, but there’s so much conflicting information and differing opinions on how to go about it. So, to make things a bit clearer, this episode will outline my r...

Starting a Podcast in 2021: Three Steps to Planning a Podcast from 2020-12-28T00:00

Starting a podcast is a simple process, but it requires some planning before you get started. Like most things, going in with a plan is a great way to avoid pitfalls, save time in the long run a...

Starting a Podcast in 2021: What to Expect When Starting a Podcast from 2020-12-21T00:00

Like I said last week, starting a podcast is a challenge. It takes time, resources, motivation and commitment. You may have to spend money buying the equipment or for a hosting service, and the ...

Starting a Podcast in 2021: Are You Ready to Start a Podcast? from 2020-12-14T00:00

Starting a podcast is challenge. It takes time, resources, motivation, commitment and a whole bunch of other fleeting virtues that many of us (myself included) find difficult to hold on to. Ther...

Audiograms: What Are They and Why Should You Use Them from 2020-12-07T00:00

Even if you don’t know the word, you’ve seen an audiogram before. Audiograms are a way to share audio content on visual platforms like Instagram and Twitter, and are usually made up of an image ...

Gain vs. Volume: What's the Difference? from 2020-11-30T00:00

When I was writing the episodes about audio interfaces last week and the week before, I kept coming across the term gain - and it got me thinking about a question a client asked me a couple of w...

Do You Need an Audio Interface if You Have a USB Microphone? from 2020-11-23T00:00

In short – no. USB microphones take care of most of the reasons you would buy an audio interface. By their very nature of connecting to your computer via USB, they obviously have an analogue-dig...

What Is an Audio Interface? from 2020-11-16T00:00

A common piece of equipment you will see referenced in forums and blogs as you learn about podcasting is the audio interface. These devices are generally small and square, the ports for ¼” jack ...

Tips for Beautiful and Effective Podcast Artwork from 2020-11-09T00:00

There are few things so instantly pleasing to my eyes as a great podcast thumbnail. Clear to read and instantly evocative of the spirit of the show, a good thumbnail stands out in a sea of small...

How Microphone Placement Affects Your Recordings from 2020-11-02T00:00

The most important piece of advice for recording a clear and professional sounding podcast: get your audio sounding as good as possible before you press record. Post-production editing ...

Room Acoustics 101: Treat Yourself With Acoustic Treatment Kit from 2020-10-26T00:00

In the second of this two-parter, we look at some of the specific equipment used for acoustic treatment and also give an example of a simple and cost-effective set-up to get you started.

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Room Acoustics 101: How to Give Your Recording Space the 'Treatment' from 2020-10-20T16:53:15

Equipment is only one side of the podcasting dice - another is how we set it up. In this episode we will look at the basics of 'acoustic treatment', and how to achieve the best sounding recordin...

Zoom Call Settings for the Best Quality Recording from 2020-10-13T15:20:09

Recording an interview on Zoom has become an important aspect of podcasting. Not only have worldwide restrictions on travel and meetings meant that it’s much easier and safer to record interview...

The Blue Yeti is the Most Popular USB Microphone - Want One? from 2020-10-05T01:00

The Blue Yeti is a great USB Microphone, and probably one of the most popular microphones on the market - especially for beginner content creators. It is great quality, reliable and versatile fo...

I Have a Question For You... Yes, You! from 2020-09-28T01:00

If you could wave a magic wand and remove the biggest barriers to you starting a podcast, or answer your biggest questions, what would they be? In this episode, I'm asking you just that. Your an...

Zoom or Zencastr? Which is Better for Interviews? from 2020-09-20T23:00

We do so much remotely now, and that includes podcasting. Zoom (https://zoom.us/) so far seems to be the dominant way that people record podcasts interviews, but t...

Should You Upgrade From Garageband to Logic Pro X? from 2020-09-13T23:00

In this episode, I look at three really useful features that make editing podcasts a breeze on Logic Pro X, and may make upgrading from Garageband worth your consideration: strip silence, select...

Best Budget Equipment for Podcast Beginners from 2020-09-07T13:04:14

There are lots of options available when discussing the best budget podcasting equipment for beginners, but for me there’s one clear winner - Samson. In this episode, we’ll discuss some of the b...

Headphones 101: Some Recommendations from 2020-08-30T23:00

In the second episode of this two-parter, we look at some of the most popular models of open, closed and semi-open backed headphones.

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Headphones 101: The Different Types and Their Uses from 2020-08-23T23:00

In the first of two episodes, we'll talk about the different types of headphones - open back, closed back and semi-open back - and look at the pros, cons and uses of each style.

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Up a Creek Without a Computer: Recording a Podcast With The Anchor App from 2020-08-16T23:00:52

This week I found myself without a computer - a big problem for a podcast editing business - but that doesn't mean I had to stop releasing content. This episode was recorded using Anchor's built...

8 Week Launch Programme - We're Looking for our Next Cohort from 2020-08-03T16:01:21

We're four weeks through our current cohort of podcasts on the eight week launch programme and that means it's time to get another handful of lucky podcasters-to-be lined up. Have a listen to th...

Simple Field Recording Set-Up from 2020-07-26T23:00

Last week I donned a face mask and ventured out into the wilderness. I was helping a client with their new podcasting set-up, a set-up that is designed to be mobile, simple and able to withstand...

Back It Up! Recording a Back-up File With Your Phone from 2020-07-19T23:00

In this episode I share a tip I was recently given by a client - a tip that not only safeguards against forgetting to press record, but also against the glitchy connection of a bad Zoom call. Th...

The Pod Farm Updates from 2020-07-13T12:12:09

Here's just a quick update on some things going on at The Pod Farm. To be honest, I just needed a short piece of audio to edit for an example, so why not take it as an opportunity to tell y'all ...

Key Shortcuts You Should CTRL+C from 2020-07-04T23:00

There’s a reason keyboard shortcuts are named as such. Nearly all functions in an editing program can be executed with a simple combination of keys, and by practicing and utilising the shortcuts...

Diverse Voices in Podcasting Matter from 2020-06-28T23:00

Podcasting is one of the best ways to spread ideas and start conversations but, as with all media, there are inherent biases that influence what we are exposed to. In this episode we talk about ...

Microphones 101: Laval...leva...lever...Lapel Mics & Other Options from 2020-06-21T23:00

In this final instalment on microphones, we look at some of the more unconventional microphone options, what you can use for recording on the go, and where to turn if you're on a shoestring budg...

Microphones 101: All the Bells & Whistles from 2020-06-14T23:00

In this episode we look at all the extras you need (or don't) to use a microphone - things like stands, pop shields, mounts, screens etc. 

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Microphones 101: XLR vs USB from 2020-06-07T23:00

XLR and USB are the two most common types of connection for microphones. Both have their advantages, and both have their compatibility issues. Listen to this episode to learn about the differenc...

Microphones 101: Types of Mics and Polar Patterns from 2020-06-01T17:20:30

In this episode we are looking at the most important tool in a podcasters kit - the microphone. We'll be starting from the very beginning, looking at the two most common types of microphones - c...

Audio Repair Magic: iZotope RX 7 from 2020-05-25T23:00

So when I recorded the mouth sounds episode a few weeks back, I wasn't completely honest with you... There is another tool that we use here at The Pod Farm to repair audio and remove pesky mouth...

INTERVIEW: Digital Marketing Coach Alice Benham on Podcast Marketing from 2020-05-17T23:00

This week, in the final instalment of our brief sojourn in to podcast marketing, I spoke to digital marketing coach, podcaster and accidental entrepreneur Alice Benham. Alice works with clients ...

#DAW2020: Transcripts & Making Our Podcasts More Accessible from 2020-05-08T10:48:32

I recorded this episode to be released next Monday, unaware that this week is Deaf Awareness Week 2020. So upon finding out, and given the subject matter, I thought it would be timely to release...

INTERVIEW: Khaleelah Jones of Careful Feet Digital on Marketing a New Podcast from 2020-05-03T23:00

This week you'll be hearing the full conversation that I had with Khaleelah Jones, founder and CEO of Careful Feet Digital. Careful Feet are a digital agency that helps clients attract new custo...

Practically Giving It Away! How to Grow Your Audience Sevenfold in Two Weeks With No Budget from 2020-04-26T23:00

Excuse the excessively clickbait-y title, but it's true! Follow the method we used to grow our email list by over 700%, increase our Instagram and Facebook followers, and reach our first 100 You...

From the Course: Marketing a Podcast w/ Khaleelah Jones & Alice Benham from 2020-04-20T01:00

This episode features two fantastic guests from the world of digital marketing - Khaleelah Jones and Alice Benham - talking about how to get started with marketing your new podcast. We disc...

Marketing a Podcast w/ Khaleelah Jones & Alice Benham from 2020-04-19T23:00

This episode features two fantastic guests from the world of digital marketing - Khaleelah Jones and Alice Benham - talking about how to get started with marketing your new podcast. We disc...

INTERVIEW: Jessica Duffin of This EndoLife on Why She Started Podcasting from 2020-04-11T23:00

In this episodes of the podcast, we are joined by Jessica Duffin - Women's Health Coach and founder of This EndoLife. Jessica is a client of The Pod Farm, and we discuss why she started podcasti...

We Launched a Course! AND Win a Blue Yeti Microphone from 2020-04-05T01:00

Now is the perfect time to start your own podcasting venture! Learn all about how to start your own podcast with the complete course from The Pod Farm. Aimed at beginners, this course takes a si...

Sufferin' Succotash: How to Avoid Mouth Clicks and Saliva Sounds When Recording from 2020-03-29T23:00

Ever had to rerecord something due to pesky mouth clicks and sticky saliva sounds? We're with you! Learn some simple techniques to follow to avoid this unpleasant side effect and improve the lis...

Podfade Away: How to Avoid Podfade from 2020-03-23T00:00

To 'podfade' is to slow or stop the production of podcast episodes and disappear into obscurity - leaving a lonely, inactive feed as the headstone to your once vibrant podcasting ambitions. Avoi...

Live From the Bunker: How to Record Podcast Interviews Remotely from 2020-03-18T16:23:27

We hope you're all keeping well and staying sane out there! Continuing as normal is very hard right now but recording your podcasts shouldn't be. Tune into the episode to hear all about our reco...

When It Hertz Your Ears: EQing Tips for Vocal Tracks from 2020-03-16T00:00

This week we're talking about EQ, specifically for spoken vocal tracks. Listen to learn some the basics of equalisation, some key terminology to help you navigate the topic and how it can improv...

Battle of the Free Audio Editors: Audacity vs. Garageband from 2020-03-09T06:00

Welcome to the very first episode of 'How to Record a Podcast' from The Pod Farm. In our inaugural show we're going to be looking at two of the most popular free audio editors - Audacity and Gar...

*EXAMPLE* How to Record and Release a Podcast For Free - TODAY! from 2020-02-04T17:04:06

This episode is a short example of a podcast used as a demonstration in our free course 'How To Record and Release a Podcast' from The Pod Farm. For more information about this course, or to see...