Let's Start a Podcast! - A Step-By-Step Guide to Launching Your Show On Any Budget

You could have a brilliant idea, a genuine passion, and content worth hearing. and still lose listeners by episode two. Not because your show is bad. Because of a handful of totally avoidable habits that drive audiences absolutely crazy — and most podcasters never even realize they're doing them. In this episode, we're calling out the five biggest listener pet peeves, one of which almost every pod...

You record once. You upload once. And then your episode shows up on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, iHeartRadio, and dozens of other apps automatically. In this episode, Will breaks down exactly how that happens... including the three-letter acronym that makes it all work, what a podcast host actually does, how to choose the right one, and why submitting to directories is a one-time setup,...

Everyone thinks they need a fancy microphone before they can launch a podcast. Spoiler: they don't. In this episode, Will breaks down the only three things you actually need to start recording, and explains why your phone might already have all of them. You'll learn what your recording environment is doing to your audio (and how a closet full of clothes might be your secret weapon), why buying gea...

The right name clicks. The perfect name sticks. In this episode, we break down exactly how to name your show so it gets found, gets remembered, and builds a brand worth growing. Episode Overview You might already have a name floating around. Maybe it's a brilliant pun, maybe you're stuck in blank-page paralysis, or maybe you just want to call it "The Podcast" and move on. Whatever your situation,...

Think you're ready to hit record? Not so fast. In this lesson, Will shares the simple but game-changing format decisions that separate podcasts that last from ones that fizzle out. You'll learn the one structural choice that takes the pressure off from day one, plus a recording habit that will save you when life gets hectic. Will also reveals the three-word exercise that can instantly sharpen the...

You’ve decided to start a podcast. Now comes the part most people rush… …and regret later. Designing your show.  In this episode of Let’s Start a Podcast , we dive into one of the most overlooked, and most critical, stages of building a show that actually lasts.  Because here’s the truth:  Anyone can hit record. Very few design something people want to come back to.  Why This Episode Matters Milli...

Here’s a hard truth: most podcasts never make it past episode seven.   In this episode, you’ll take a practical readiness assessment designed to help you determine whether you’re prepared for the commitment, consistency, and mindset required to launch, and sustain, a successful show.   Through a guided quiz, you’ll evaluate your motivation, time availability, technical comfort level, and long-term...

Should you even start a podcast in the first place?   Before you worry about gear, editing, or downloads, you need to understand your “why.” In this episode, we break down the real reasons podcasting can be one of the most powerful creative and professional tools available, and the traps that cause many new creators to quit early.  Podcasting can build authority, community, opportunity, and even i...

Starting a podcast isn’t just about microphones, downloads, or editing software... it’s about creating something meaningful that connects you with others in a lasting way.  In this opening episode of Let’s Start a Podcast , Will shares the personal story behind his own show and how podcasting transformed his career, perspective, and sense of purpose. You’ll hear why the early episodes in this seri...

Thanks so much for your interest in the show and for your early support! This short launch episode is just a level set of what you're about to hear in the next few episodes. They're important episodes, but as I say on the show.....you gotta be willing to suck a little at first! You'll find that the episodes get better and better as we go....just like yours will! Reach out with questions, suggestio...

Thinking about launching a show but not sure where to begin? This official trailer for Let’s Start a Podcast introduces a practical, step-by-step podcasting resource designed for beginners and creators who want better results from their existing show.   If you’ve been asking questions like: How do I start a podcast with the right equipment? How much does it actually cost to launch? What’s the best...