Podcast Production

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Podcast Production

The Importance of Audio Branding for a Podcast

Podcasts have become a dominant source of entertainment, news, and education for people around the world. Roughly 170 million people listened to podcasts in 2021, and that only includes the U.S. — it’s easy to imagine that number climbing up to (or even over) 300 million on a global scale. And as more and more ... Read more

Drew Gula
Drew Gula · · 8 min read
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Podcast Production

Streamline Your Podcast Process with a Podcast Virtual Assistant

In recent years, podcasting has become popular with all types of people. Covering everything from dream restaurant meals and business management tips to climate education and comedy, there’s something for everyone. With an estimated 104 million people listening to podcasts monthly in the US, it’s a great form of content to reach and engage with ... Read more

Tanhaz Kamaly
Tanhaz Kamaly · · 11 min read
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Podcast Production

Why and When to Use a Podcast Release Form for Your Guests (with Template)

If you interview guests for your podcast, there might come a time where a past guest objects to the content of an episode. Perhaps they feel that you edited them inappropriately. They might complain that your content misrepresents their current opinions. Or, after seeing the success of your show, they might start demanding payment.  These ... Read more

Dennis Hammer
Dennis Hammer · · 8 min read
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Podcast Production

Top Podcasting Events and Conferences in 2022

One of the best ways to learn about the podcasting industry and make connections with other creators and professionals is to attend podcasting events and conferences. These events are valuable opportunities to build relationships with other podcasters, find unique ways to grow your show, and get a jump start on upcoming tools and trends.  Which ... Read more

Dennis Hammer
Dennis Hammer · · 7 min read
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Podcast Production

How to Record a Podcast: A Super Simple Podcast Recording Workflow

If you’re at the beginning of your podcasting adventure, you probably want to know how to record a podcast. This is the most intimidating step for many new podcasters. It’s okay if you feel nervous, but don’t let it stop you from starting your podcast. In truth, recording an episode is surprisingly easy, it just ... Read more

Dennis Hammer
Dennis Hammer · · 16 min read
Podcast Production

How Long Should a Podcast Episode Be?

One of the top questions we get from new podcasters is this: “How long should a podcast episode be?”  Sadly, all shows and hosts are different, so there’s no clear answer that applies to every podcast. Some shows last hours, some just last a few minutes. The length of your content depends on a number ... Read more

Dennis Hammer
Dennis Hammer · · 8 min read
4 Descript Features That Make Editing Easier — and Podcasts Better
Podcast Production

4 Descript Features That Make Editing Easier — and Podcasts Better

Ernest Hemingway once wrote that “the only kind of writing is rewriting.” He meant, essentially, that good writing requires a ton of self-editing.  The same goes for any other type of creative work, including podcasts. There’s a great distance between the initial spark of an idea and finished, polished content with the power to captivate ... Read more

Dennis Hammer
Dennis Hammer · · 6 min read
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Podcast Production

11 Ways to Boost Your Podcasting Productivity

Podcasting is a lot of work. It takes hours – sometimes tens of hours – just to produce a single episode. Plus, podcasting probably isn’t your full time job. Podcasting has to fit into the rest of your life, so it’s important to work as efficiently as possible. In this article, we’re going to give ... Read more

Dennis Hammer
Dennis Hammer · · 10 min read
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Podcast Production

Got Podcast Background Noise? Here’s How to Eliminate Ambient Noise

When you record a podcast in your home, background noise inevitably makes its way into your recording. Traffic, animals, air conditioners, and other people talking can create a ton of unwanted noise and a lot of extra editing work.  Background noise is distracting and unprofessional. Your audience will forgive a few small sounds, but repeated ... Read more

Dennis Hammer
Dennis Hammer · · 7 min read