As digital content continues to grow and diversify, podcasting has carved out a significant niche as a versatile platform for sharing stories, disseminating information, and providing entertainment. Among the various tools available to podcast creators, Castos distinguishes itself as a comprehensive podcast hosting and analytics platform, designed to enhance and simplify the content creation process.…

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Me recording a podcast about starting a podcast.

Venturing into the rapidly evolving digital world of 2023, one finds an engaging, diverse, and ever-growing industry: podcasting. With over 150 million episodes and counting, this booming digital space presents many opportunities for those wondering how to start a podcast. This industry, rooted in 2004, has surpassed being a mere trend and has effectively become…

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The image is of an iphone connected to the iRig Pro and a Shure SM58 microphone. It's designed to show people how the connection looks and how the device works.

Have you ever wondered how content creators get such exceptional audio quality when recording with their smartphones? Most people would assume they have expensive equipment to play with. However, the reality is that some content creators only use a smartphone and an iRig Pro. The iRig Pro has been the audio interface of choice for…

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A camera on a tripod ready to film a video podcast. The shoot is inside a hipster cafe.

Keeping up with the Joneses can be a tempting strategy in the podcasting game. But before you hit record, let’s pause and unpack the pros and cons of video podcasting. To video podcast or not to video podcast? That’s the big question we’ll be answering today. Let’s delve into the details to help you decide…

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There’s nothing worse than the sound of table bumps or desk thuds in your podcast recordings. These noises are unmistakable, causing desk vibrations that reach your microphone. They’re challenging to remove in post-production and leave you with subpar audio quality. I’d tell you to stop touching your table, leaning on your elbows, and stop getting…

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Poddy people! Get your earbuds ready because I’m about about to run down the best comedy podcasts. You’re going to want these on your playlist. I’ll be covering everything from hilarious banter and insightful interviews, to a mixture of humor and heart. These podcasts are all served up by some of the best comics in…

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In this post, I’m diving into email marketing and how to use it to grow your podcast. I’ll be discussing how to grow your list, build genuine connections with your subscribers, strike the perfect balance in your email content, and leverage your email list to attract more loyal listeners and monetize. As always, I’m here to…

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Unless you have been living under a rock for the past decade–which is possible given the increased interest in paleo living–it is likely that you have kicked the tires on launching a podcast. After all, if that person can get 20,000 subscribers, surely what you have to say is much more interesting and entertaining. While…

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Podcasting just got even more interactive! With the newly revamped Spotify For Podcasters dashboard, it now offers Q&A and Polls features for your episodes. As a result, this enables you to engage your audience more effectively and gather invaluable feedback. In this guide, I’ll walk you through how to set up and make the most…

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Anyone can start up a podcast if they have the right equipment. But for new podcasters, identifying which equipment should be in their starter kit isn’t always so easy. It can all seem a bit overwhelming with so many options available. As a beginner, you most likely don’t want to spend too much. On the…

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