This installment of the podcasting 101 series, I discuss entry level equipment to get you started with your new podcast.  This includes microphones, headphones, recorders, audio interfaces and daw / digital audio workstation software.  

Contents:
Welcome: 00:05
Intro: 01:07
Microphones: 01:59
Headphones: 04:05
Recorders: 05:52
Interfaces: 06:40
Software: 07:50
Conclusion: 09:10 

Microphones mentioned:  
Audio Technica AT2020 (USB) - https://amzn.to/42cmAJY
Shure SM58 (with cable) - https://amzn.to/3JDijIq
Blue Yeti - https://amzn.to/3Lp3afd
Rode PodMic - https://amzn.to/3TwsiTn 

Headphones mentioned:  
Sennheiser HD280 Pro - https://amzn.to/3ZPRM02
Audio Technica ATH M40x - https://amzn.to/3TwstOx
Sony MDR 7506 - https://amzn.to/3mHsB11
Beats EP - https://amzn.to/3JF6xx3
JPL Tune 500s - https://amzn.to/409Bz5S 

Recorders mentioned:
Zoom H1N - https://amzn.to/3TgKEY6
Tascam DR05 - https://amzn.to/42cg6eh 

Interfaces mentioned:
Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 - https://amzn.to/427szzX
M Audio M Track Duo - https://amzn.to/3yGCXku 

Software mentioned:
Audacity - https://www.audacityteam.org/
Presonus - https://www.presonus.com/
Garageband for Mac - https://www.apple.com/mac/garageband/
Garageband for PC - https://garagebandonpc.com/download 

Hosting and distribution platform I mentioned:  https://anchor.fm/
Here is the recording interface I use:  https://amzn.to/3Y61jyy
Here are the headphones I use: https://amzn.to/3Szqw3d
Here are the microphones I use: https://amzn.to/3IU5gC2
Here are the desk mounts I use:  https://amzn.to/3Tl2ppd 

(full disclosure: these are affiliate links)

STOP!!! Before you decide what gear to buy, stop and consider what approach you are going to take when it comes to your podcast recording.  As determining this early in the process, it will have a significant impact where and how you spend your time, money and resources.  

In this video, we discuss the three different approaches you can choose from.  First, the DIY or do-it-yourself approach, secondly, the DWY or done-with-you approach, and lastly the DFY or done-for-you approach.  

Each of these have advantages and disadvantages and hopefully this will help you determine which is best for you.  

Table of contents:
Intro: 00:06
DIY or Do-It-Yourself: 00:46
DWY or Done-With-You: 03:31
DFY or Done-For-You: 05:29
Recap: 07:07 

Here is the recording interface I use:  https://amzn.to/3Y61jyy 

Here are the headphones I use: https://amzn.to/3Szqw3d 

Here are the microphones I use: https://amzn.to/3IU5gC2 

Here are the desk mounts I use:  https://amzn.to/428jtTD 

(full disclosure: these are affiliate links)

Looking to start your own podcast? This video will guide you through the initial steps of creating a successful podcast. From ideation to market testing, we'll cover everything you need to know to get started. Learn how to research your target audience, create a proof of concept, and develop a strategic roadmap to ensure your podcast reaches its full potential. Get ready to launch your own podcast with confidence!  Ideation to Roadmap is the second installation of the Podcast 101 series.  

In this video, we take a deeper dive into the first step getting your podcast started.  How do you come up with an idea in the first place?  I made this video to help with just that.  If after watching this, you find yourself wanting more assistance, DM or email me as I am happy to serve.  If that is a simple conversation, a one on one consulting appointment or a think tank group, let me know.  

Contents:
Ideation Research & Development
Refinement & Branding
Proof of Concept
Market Test
Roadmap  

Hosting and distribution platform I mentioned:  https://anchor.fm/

Public Speaking coach I mentioned: https://www.youtube.com/@UC9K9Wnz6t4cLnCdTzAVrXqQ   

Here is the recording interface I use:  https://amzn.to/3Y61jyy

Here are the headphones I use: https://amzn.to/3Szqw3d

Here are the microphones I use: https://amzn.to/3IU5gC2

Here are the desk mounts I use:  https://amzn.to/428jtTD

(full disclosure: these are affiliate links)