Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps

In this episode, we go back to basics and talk about hosting platforms. A hosting platform is where your podcast lives on the internet. It’s also how you link your podcast to the main podcast apps, like Apple, Spotify and Amazon Music. Here are our 3 steps to getting started with hosting platforms: Choose a hosting platform without overthinking, as they all perform a similar job - although some ha...

Editing is one of the hardest parts of podcasting, so it's important to get the process right. Here are Jules and Suzi's three steps to getting started with editing: Being prepared will make the editing process much easier. Keeping an eye on the time helps ensure consistency and avoid excessive editing. Don't be over-ambitious with editing and embrace AI tools to help with the process.

Welcome to Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps and Back to Basics and in this episode we are talking about recording your podcast and getting a great sound. It’s the key to keeping listeners and growing the podcast if the recording isn’t good no one will stay with you:  So here are our 3 steps: 1. Location- Ask yourself are your surroundings optimised for a good recording? 2. Mics- Test your equipment and...

Hey welcome to another episode of Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps and this Back to Basics episode were we are talking about managing the workflow of your podcast. It can quickly become overwhelming creating a weekly podcast so here are our 3 steps to managing workflow well: 1 Use tools such as Trello, Asana etc to plan and manage tasks for your podcast- keeping you organised and on track. 2 Repurpose w...

In this episode, we talk about how long your episodes should be. While long episodes are popular, they may not be suitable for all audiences. Here are our three steps to help you decide your podcast length: Takeaways Consider your audience's listening habits and how much time they have available. Maintain consistency in episode length to provide a predictable listening experience. Starting wit...

How often should you release your podcast? The more frequently you release, the easier it is to build an audience. But a weekly podcast can quickly feel relentless. Here are Jules and Suzi’s 3 steps to help you decide how frequently to release your show: How much time do you have? If you can only dedicate a short amount of time to it each week, releasing regular episodes will be hard. Have a consi...

In this episode, Jules and Suzi discuss the importance of scripting in podcasting and provide three steps to help you get started with scripting. They emphasise the need to sound natural and avoid academic or complicated language. The steps include scripting the series introduction and outro, keeping the language simple, and avoiding over-scripting. Suzi and Jules also encourage practice and impro...

In this episode, Jules and Suzi discuss different podcast formats and provide advice on how to choose the right format for your podcast. They emphasise the importance of keeping it simple and straightforward, especially for beginners. They also highlight the popularity of narrative or documentary-style podcasts and recommend not attempting this format when starting out. The hosts then provide thre...

In this episode, we're going back to basics and looking at how to create podcast artwork. The emphasis is on bold, easy-to-see artwork. Avoid fancy or overcomplicated designs. Simplicity and legibility are key to creating effective podcast artwork. The artwork must be original (you can't copy someone else's) but it doesn't need to be anything complicated. It must be the right size...

In this episode, Julie-Anna and Suzi go back to basics and look at how to choose a name for your show. Many get hung up on this and it can become a barrier to getting started.  So here are three tips to help you get started with choosing a name: Check online and major podcast apps if anyone else has the name already Keep it short and simple - can you say it and spell it? Is it relevant and searcha...

In this episode of "Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps," Julie-Anna and Suzi take you back to basics, helping you to discover where your podcast ideas are hiding and how to hone them. It all comes down to - what does your audience need from you? Here's where to find those ideas and keep it simple: Repurposing. Ask yourself what you can repurpose that you are already creating. AI can help her...

In this episode of "Podcasting in 3 Easy Steps," Julie-Anna and Suzi take you back to basics, guiding you through the essential podcasting equipment you need to kickstart your journey into the world of podcasting. 3 essential bits of kit are: Headphones. We cover: Understanding the importance of quality headphones for monitoring audio while recording. Recommendations for budget-friendly...

Want to know the easiest way to get started in podcasting? Be a guest on someone else’s show!  Here are Jules’ three steps to help you get going: Make a list of podcasts where you can add value (and be realistic). Approach the hosts with a short, personal pitch outlining why you like their show, what you can talk about, links to previous talks you’ve done and how you can help promote that episode....

Hey today we have a great episode you won't want to miss all about marketing your podcast from marketing expert and our good mate Helen Perry. She runs her own business teaching creatives to market what they do successfully. And of course she has her own awesome podcast #just bloody post it podcast which is about to go into its 7th series with 121 episodes. If you haven't listened yet do c...

Hi it’s Suzi I’m back and sharing my thoughts on putting your podcast in for an award. Last episode I shared why it’s a great idea to submit your podcast for an award… that's episode #39 and today I’m sharing tips on how to do it in a way to grab the attention of the judges. I’ve had some recent experience of looking at and judging submissions and here are my thoughts: 1 Context - the judges n...

Hey it's Suzi and this week I'm sharing some reasons why it's great to enter your podcast for an award. There are a few podcast awards open at the moment - see details below for ones I mention in the episode. Entering your podcast for an award can have loads of benefits; from time to reflect on your podcast to networking opportunites. It's alawys work doing. Just take time to gathe...

In this episode Jules talks through three podcast formats for coaches and consultants. Solo. Just you and your microphone. This is the easiest way to get started. Co-hosted. You and a colleague, friend or peer. Case study. Either with the case study being interviewed. Or you can do without a guest and talk through a client that you’ve helped (anonymising if necessary). Join us for our workshop ‘Po...

Hi it’s Suzi and welcome to podcasting in 3 Easy Steps, so today I’m going to tackle the summer holidays which are coming up and the topic of taking a break from your podcast. we know that a lot of people take time off in July and August, so I guess it’s just about being prepared for that.  If you are podcaster you may think of taking time off completely and pick up your podcast again in September...

In this episode, Jules explains how to improve the podcast experience for your guests. As well as preparing your guests in advance (listen to Episode 34) you can make the process as enjoyable as possible for your guests. Plus if your guests are happy, they may become clients.  Listen to what they’re saying & engage fully in the conversation.  Book an hour long slot with your guest, even if you...

Hi this week we have something a bit different for you, both Jules and I were at The Podcast Show last week so here’s our chat where we digest and debate our three takeaways (each) so you’ll get 6 things to takeaway this week ;) Here are the picks from Jules:  1.   What can we learn from the YouTubers . The onward march of video into the podcasting space and the increasing presence of YouTube was...

In this episode, Jules talks about how to prepare your guests before you start recording. Here are three steps for getting the best out of your conversation: Brief your guests in advance. Explain the tone, give them some basic technical instructions and talking points or questions so they know what to expect.  Try & do a short technical check with your guests in advance of the recording. This...

Hi It's Suzi and today I want to chat to you about The Podcast Show and how to get the most out of it…   Ok so if you are a podcaster in the UK you’ll know the biggest podcasting show is happening in London on 24th-25th May. We went last year and so we wanted to share our thoughts on it and how you can get the most out of the show if you’re going.   (Side note if you’re not going - we will be...

In this episode, Jules talks through three key steps to getting the best from your microphone. It’s a common mistake when you’re starting out with a podcast to get the distance or direction wrong. Here are three steps to help you make the most of your microphone: Step 1: Get the direction right, Step 2: Get the distance right, Step 3: Get your settings right

Are you an introvert? In this episode of the podcast Suzi talks through how podcasting can really work for you if you are an introvert (or leaning towards introversion) Here are the three ways it can work for you: 1. You don't need to speak in front of a big room - you can research and prepare your topic and share the information through a 1-2-1 with your guest and you can hold that conversati...

In this episode, Jules talks about some of her key takeaways from the Birmingham Podcast Festival. It was the inaugural event and had a diverse line-up of hugely experienced podcasters. Here are her top takeaways: Podcasting should be viewed as ‘narrowcasting’ for a niche audience rather than broadcasting for a broad audience. A podcast should be your business card and a way for potential customer...