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

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Dream of starting your own podcast, but don’t know where to start? Learn how to write, record, and launch your very own podcast in this introductory, step-by-step class! Anchor’s John Lagomarsino walks through each step of the podcasting process, from honing your initial idea to launch and promotion.

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

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