How to Make a Podcast: Plan, Record, and Launch with Success (Skillshare)

Easy-to-follow lessons include how to:

• Plan your pilot episode
• Record high-quality audio
• Interview guests like a pro
• Create a plan for launch
• Promote and grow your podcast
• Plus, every lesson is packed with audio examples, gear recommendations, and John’s favorite tips-and-tricks so you can hit the ground running.

Whether you have a specific idea for a podcast or are simply curious how they’re made, this class will give you a behind-the-scenes look into the tried-and-true techniques your favorite podcasters are using. By the end, you’ll have everything you need to outline your content, record and edit your audio, and launch your podcast for success!

Download the class workbook and start working on your podcast!
Use the project space as a place to share your progress, experiences, and insights. Questions to consider:

• Have you zeroed in on your audience of one?
• Do you know how you want to structure your show? Download the Example Podcast Outline for inspiration.
• Is there any equipment or software that you’ve found to be particularly suited to your purposes?
• Have you drafted your podcast description or created your cover art?

We want to see all of it! Whether you’re in the ideation phase or you’re ready to hit publish on your first episode, we can’t wait to see what you come up with.
John's Recommended Resources:

• Sound Reporting: The NPR Guide to Audio Journalism
• Microphones: Audio Technica ATR2100, Shure Beta 58A, Shure SM7B
• Mixers & audio interfaces: RODECaster Pro Integrated Podcast Production Studio,Scarlett Focusrite - Audio Interface, Zoom Portable Audio Recorder
• Remote interview software: Audio Hijack, Piezo, Zencastr
• Stock music: sessions.blue, Musicbed, AudioJungle
• Transcription services: Temi, Trint
• Audio mixing software: Anchor, GarageBand, Audacity, Logic Pro X