Episode 033- How I Started My Podcast

In this week's episode I discuss the things I did to get started with my podcast and my equipment I purchased.

1. Do some research on : setup, equipment, niche, hosting sites.
2. Have some episodes on reserve
3. Record  and release your intro or episode 000 to have something to submit with your RSS feeds 
4. Editing tools I use : garage band (don’t go crazy)
5. Podcast Artwork Fiverr
6. Podcast Intro Fiverr

Zachary’s affiliate links:

• Microphone (ATR 2100): https://amzn.to/2SPavJS 
• Pop Filter (Knox Gear): https://amzn.to/2TMFmnB 
• Shock Mount (Knox Gear): https://amzn.to/2tl8l6q 
• Microphone Stand (Neewer): https://amzn.to/2WReTau 
• Headphones (Tascam): https://amzn.to/2Ib4e7r

Zachary’s Podcast Tutorial

MY ACTUAL SETUP (SOME FROM ZACH'S LIST)

• Hard Case Compatible with Audio-Technica ATR2100 USB Cardioid Dynamic USB XLR Microphone. / Shure SM58 / Samson Q2U
• NEEWER Adjustable Microphone Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand, Max Load 1 KG Compact Mic Stand Made of Durable Steel for Radio Broadcasting Studio, Voice-Over Sound Studio, Stages, and TV Stations
• Knox Microphone Shock Mount for Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB and Samson Q2U
• Shappy 3 Pack Large Foam Mic Windscreen Covers for Technica AT2020, ATR2500, MXL 550, Samson Meteor MIC or Other Condenser Microphones 
• Audio-Technica ATR2100-USB Cardioid Dynamic USB/XLR Microphone 
• NEEWER Adjustable Microphone Suspension Boom Scissor Arm Stand, Max Load 1 KG Compact Mic Stand Made of Durable Steel for Radio Broadcasting Studio, Voice-Over Sound Studio, Stages, and TV Stations 
• Neewer Professional Microphone Pop Filter Mask Shield Compatible with Blue Yeti and Any Other Microphone, Dual Layered Wind Pop Screen With A Flexible 360 Degree Gooseneck Clip Stabilizing Arm

Approximately: $197.97

• FocusRite Scarlett 2i2 3rd generation my Husband purchased for me: $159.99

Patt Flynn Tutorial

Questions Answered from aspiring pod-casters:

What equipment do I need to start?

How can I advertise my podcast?

How do I get others to engage?