--- title: "How to Record a Podcast: The Complete Hub | Castos" canonical: https://castos.com/recording-podcasts/ description: "Recording how-tos, software comparisons, remote-interview workflows, and room treatment advice from the team behind 40,000+ podcasts." source: rendered HTML, generated at build time --- 1. [Home](https://castos.com/) › 2. [Blog](https://castos.com/blog/) › 3. Recording a Podcast Recording # Recording Your Podcast The complete hub for recording clean audio — room treatment, software, remote guests, and the technique that makes the difference. ![How to record a podcast — Castos guide](https://images-cdn.castos.com/2026/06/how-to-record-a-podcast-featured.webp) Clean recordings come from a handful of [decisions you make before you ever hit record](https://castos.com/podcast-planning/). Our flagship guide, [22 podcast recording tips for polished episodes](https://castos.com/podcast-recording-tips/), is the shortlist worth bookmarking; the guides here go deeper on the choices that matter most. Pick the right [recording software](https://castos.com/podcast-recording-software/) for how you actually work, sort your [microphone setup](https://castos.com/podcast-microphone-setup/), and — the highest-leverage move of all — give your room some [acoustic treatment](https://castos.com/acoustic-treatment-for-podcasting/). Recording with guests in other cities? [How to record a podcast remotely](https://castos.com/how-to-record-a-podcast-remotely/) covers the tools and the gotchas. After that it comes down to habits: [how to record your first podcast](https://castos.com/how-to-record-podcast/), the [mic technique](https://castos.com/mic-techniques/) that tames pops and plosives, [batch recording](https://castos.com/batch-record-episodes/) to stay ahead of your schedule, and even [how to speak slowly](https://castos.com/how-to-speak-slowly/) enough for listeners to follow. Recording sits between the [gear](https://castos.com/podcast-gear/) and [microphone](https://castos.com/podcast-microphones/) you choose on one side and [editing](https://castos.com/podcast-editing/) on the other, so work through those hubs as you go. When the episode’s ready, [Castos](https://castos.com/podcast-hosting-platform/) handles hosting and distribution to every app. Quick Answer ## How do I record a podcast that sounds professional? Three things matter most: a dynamic mic close to your mouth (2–4 inches), a treated or quiet room, and a backup recording. Use Riverside or SquadCast for remote guests (local-side recording protects you from bad internet). Watch your levels — peaks should hit –6 dB, not zero. On this page - [Flagship Guide](#flagship-guide) - [Recording Foundations](#sub-topics) - [Setup & Technique](#setup) - [Frequently Asked Questions](#faqs) Flagship Guide ### 22 Podcast Recording Tips for Polished Episodes Our flagship recording playbook — the tips that turn good audio into great audio, drawn from thousands of episodes our customers have produced on Castos. [Read the guide →](https://castos.com/podcast-recording-tips/) ## Recording Foundations The four foundational guides every podcaster should read before recording. [ Sub-Topic ### Best Podcast Recording Software 7 tools we trust — from Audacity and Audition to Riverside and SquadCast. Read guide →](https://castos.com/podcast-recording-software/)[ Sub-Topic ### Acoustic Treatment for Podcasting 7 tips to kill reverb in any room without spending a fortune. Read guide →](https://castos.com/acoustic-treatment-for-podcasting/)[ Sub-Topic ### How to Record a Podcast Remotely Tools and workflows for interviewing guests anywhere in the world. Read guide →](https://castos.com/how-to-record-a-podcast-remotely/)[ Sub-Topic ### Podcast Microphone Setup How to position your mic, set your gain, and prep your recording space. Read guide →](https://castos.com/podcast-microphone-setup/) ## Setup & Technique How-tos and accessory guides to lock in your recording workflow. - [How-To How to Record Your First Podcast →](https://castos.com/how-to-record-podcast/) - [How-To Top 11 Podcast Mic Techniques for New Hosts →](https://castos.com/mic-techniques/) - [How-To How to Batch Record Episodes →](https://castos.com/batch-record-episodes/) - [How-To How to Invite Someone to an Interview →](https://castos.com/invite-someone-to-an-interview/) - [How-To How to Speak Slowly on Your Podcast →](https://castos.com/how-to-speak-slowly/) - [Accessory The Best Pop Filters for Smooth Podcast Audio →](https://castos.com/best-pop-filter/) Pop filter not solving plosives? Bigger issue is usually mic technique — check the techniques guide above. [Browse all recording articles →](https://castos.com/blog/all/) ## Frequently Asked Questions What is the best software to record a podcast? For solo recording: Audacity (free) or Adobe Audition (paid). For remote interviews: Riverside or SquadCast — both record each participant locally so internet hiccups never ruin your file. How do I record a podcast with a remote guest? Use a platform that records each person locally, not over the call. Riverside, SquadCast, and Zencastr all do this. Each side's audio is uploaded after the call so you get clean tracks regardless of connection quality. Why does my podcast sound echoey or hollow? Untreated room reflections. The fix is acoustic treatment — moving blankets, foam panels, or even a closet full of clothes. Recording with a dynamic mic close to your mouth also helps because it rejects more room sound than a condenser. How loud should my podcast audio be? Peak around –6 dB during recording and aim for –16 LUFS integrated loudness when you publish. Most editing apps have a normalize or loudness target you can set automatically. Should I record on cloud or local? Always record locally as your primary file. Cloud-based recording is fine as a backup, but a dropped call should never lose you an episode. Riverside, SquadCast, and Zencastr all default to local recording for this reason. ## Related Hubs Where to go next after recording is dialed in. [ Pillar 03 ### Podcast Microphones Reviews, comparisons, and shootouts for every budget: USB, XLR, dynamic, and condenser. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-microphones/)[ Pillar 05 ### Editing & Producing Episodes Cut faster, sound better: software picks, edit workflows, and post-production techniques. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-editing/)[ Pillar 02 ### Podcast Equipment & Gear The mics, headphones, interfaces, and accessories worth your money, and the ones to skip. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-gear/)[ Pillar 07 ### Planning Your Podcast Show Name, format, audience, and content strategy: the planning work that compounds for years. Explore hub →](https://castos.com/podcast-planning/) ## Recording is done. Time to host. Unlimited episodes, advanced analytics, private feeds, and built-in YouTube distribution — try Castos free for 14 days. [Start 14-day free trial→](https://app.castos.com/register)[See pricing](https://castos.com/pricing/) ## Get gear tests & growth tactics in your inbox Actionable podcasting tactics, gear tests, and growth playbooks — no fluff, no spam. Get the best articles from our blog, right to your inbox. Whether you're a seasoned podcasting pro or just getting started we've got some great stuff in store for you. Email Address Sign Up