{"id":3774,"date":"2023-10-08T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-07T23:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/ultimate-podcasting-resource-list\/"},"modified":"2025-12-15T13:14:10","modified_gmt":"2025-12-15T13:14:10","slug":"ultimate-podcasting-resource-list","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/ultimate-podcasting-resource-list\/","title":{"rendered":"Ultimate Podcasting Resource List"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover alignfull tph-force-margin-top-zero\" style=\"min-height:312px;aspect-ratio:unset;\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1280\" height=\"625\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-4415\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource.jpg\" style=\"object-position:83% 31%\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" data-object-position=\"83% 31%\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource.jpg 1280w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-300x146.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-1024x500.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-768x375.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-290x142.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-350x171.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-445x217.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-635x310.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-580x283.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-700x342.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-890x435.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Podcasting-resource-1270x620.jpg 1270w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1280px) 100vw, 1280px\"><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-tph-primary-background-color has-background-dim-60 has-background-dim\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-cover-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:100%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-white-color has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-f778cbbe9fab29072754c86162b9fd68 \" id=\"h-the-equipment-tools-amp-software-we-use-amp-recommend\" style=\"font-size:38px\">The Equipment, Tools &amp; Software we Use &amp; Recommend<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:6px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Colin created The Podcast Host back in 2011. His aim was to help as many people start a podcast as possible. One of the biggest barriers to that is equipment, software and tools. So many choices!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, this page is designed to bring together all of the resources we love in one easy-to-find place. No matter what stage you&rsquo;re at, you can find the tools you need here.<\/p>\n\n\n    <style>\r\n        .wpj-jtoc.--jtoc-theme-basic-light.--jtoc-has-custom-styles {\r\n            --jtoc-numeration-suffix: \". \";\n--jtoc-numeration-color: #adadad;\n        }\r\n\r\n            <\/style>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"wpj-jtoc\" class=\"wpj-jtoc wpj-jtoc--main --jtoc-the-content --jtoc-theme-basic-light --jtoc-title-align-left --jtoc-toggle-icon --jtoc-toggle-position-right --jtoc-toggle-1 --jtoc-has-numeration --jtoc-has-custom-styles --jtoc-is-unfolded\" >\r\n\r\n    \r\n    <!-- TOC -->\r\n    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toc \">\r\n                                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header\">\r\n                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--header-main\">\r\n                                        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--title\">\r\n                        <span class=\"wpj-jtoc--title-label\">Table of contents<\/span>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n                                                                <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-wrap\">\r\n                                                                                                                    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle-box\">\r\n                                    <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--toggle\"><\/div>\r\n                                <\/div>\r\n                                                    <\/div>\r\n                                    <\/div>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                            <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--body\">\r\n                        <nav class=\"wpj-jtoc--nav\">\r\n                <ol class=\"wpj-jtoc--items\"><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#podequipment\" title=\"PART 1: PODCAST EQUIPMENT\" data-numeration=\"1\">PART 1: PODCAST EQUIPMENT<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#podcasting-microphones\" title=\"Podcasting Microphones\" data-numeration=\"2\">Podcasting Microphones<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-video-podcasting-cameras\" title=\"Video Podcasting Cameras\" data-numeration=\"3\">Video Podcasting Cameras<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-part-2-podcast-amp-web-hosting\" title=\"PART 2: PODCAST &amp; WEB HOSTING\" data-numeration=\"4\">PART 2: PODCAST &amp; WEB HOSTING<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-part-3-podcast-software-amp-apps\" title=\"PART 3: PODCAST SOFTWARE &amp; APPS\" data-numeration=\"5\">PART 3: PODCAST SOFTWARE &amp; APPS<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#musicart\" title=\"PART 4: PODCAST MUSIC &amp; ARTWORK\" data-numeration=\"6\">PART 4: PODCAST MUSIC &amp; ARTWORK<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#promogrowth\" title=\"PART 5: PROMOTING &amp; GROWING YOUR SHOW\" data-numeration=\"7\">PART 5: PROMOTING &amp; GROWING YOUR SHOW<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><li class=\"wpj-jtoc--item --jtoc-h2\">\r\n        <div class=\"wpj-jtoc--item-content\" data-depth=\"2\">\r\n                <a href=\"#h-part-6-monetisation\" title=\"PART 6: MONETISATION\" data-numeration=\"8\">PART 6: MONETISATION<\/a>\r\n                    <\/div> <\/li><\/ol>            <\/nav>\r\n                    <\/div>\r\n    <\/div>\r\n<\/div>\r\n\n\n\n<p><em>A quick heads up<\/em> &ndash;<em> we sometimes use affiliate links to products we think you&rsquo;ll find useful. We may earn a small commission should you choose to buy through them, though at no extra cost to yourself. <\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"podequipment\">PART 1: PODCAST EQUIPMENT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"podcasting-microphones\">Podcasting Microphones<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your mic is your best friend. It&rsquo;s the single most important part of your kit. Keep it simple to start with, then upgrade only if you need to.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The problem is, there are so many great mics on the market these days. It can make choosing one tough. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"samson q2u \" class=\"wp-image-51894\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Samson-Q2U-review-img.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-top-pick-samson-q2u\">Top Pick &ndash; Samson Q2U<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our top pick &ndash; one we find suits the needs (and budget) of over 90% of podcasters is the Samson Q2U. Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/samson-q2u-podcasting-review\/\">full review of the <strong>Samson Q2U<\/strong><\/a>, or, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/samson-q2u-handheld-dynamic-usb-microphone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy the Q2U on Amazon<\/a> today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-other-great-podcast-mics\">Other Great Podcast Mics<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/rode-smartlav-lav-mic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rode SmartLav+<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/rode-smartlav\/\">perfect for smartphone recording<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/MXL-990-Condenser-Microphone-Shockmount\/dp\/B0002GIRP2?crid=NES8J97JEC0E&amp;keywords=mxl+990&amp;qid=1697801749&amp;sprefix=mxl990%2Caps%2C153&amp;sr=8-6&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.006c50ae-5d4c-4777-9bc0-4513d670b6bc&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=thepodhos-20&amp;linkId=afdd6c42850710a6ed2fe9744b7f9426&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">MXL 990<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/mxl-990-microphone-review-for-podcasting-top-value-condenser-mic\/\">a very affordable condenser<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/shure-sm58s\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shure SM58<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/shure-sm58-review\/\">an indestructible mic for the careless creator<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/samson-q9u\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Samson Q9U<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/samson-q9u-review\/\">like the Q2U after spending a year in the gym<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/rode-podcaster-usb-microphone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rode Podcaster<\/a><\/strong> &amp; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/rode-procaster-microphone\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rode Procaster<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/microphones\/rode-podcaster-review-a-top-of-the-range-usb-mic\/\">Rode&rsquo;s USB<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/rode-procaster-review\/\">XLR podcast mics<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/shure-sm7b-vocal-dynamic-microphone-cardioid\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shure SM7b<\/a><\/strong> &amp; <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/shure-mv7\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shure MV7<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/shure-mv7-review\/\">two industry-favourites from Shure<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/rode-wireless-pro-uk\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rode Wireless Pro<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/rode-wireless-pro-review\/\">the gold standard for cable-free creators<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/electro-voice-re20\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Electro-Voice RE20<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/electro-voice-re20-review\/\">the cream of the crop, but it&rsquo;ll cost you!<\/a> <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/the-best-podcasting-microphones-on-the-market\/\">Best Podcasting Microphones<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-usb-microphones-roundup-podcasters\/\">Best USB Microphones<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/headset-microphones-for-podcasting\/\">Best Headset Microphones<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-budget-mic-options\/\">Best Budget Microphones<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-video-podcasting-cameras\">Video Podcasting Cameras<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"webcams\">Webcams<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Logitech-Widescreen-Calling-Recording-Desktop\/dp\/B006JH8T3S?tag=thepodhos-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Logitech C920 Pro Webcam<\/strong><\/a>: Great standard-priced webcam. Good quality &amp; in-built mic<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/insta360-Link-Noise-Canceling-Microphones-Specialized\/dp\/B0B826KS4B?crid=1CRP6URSIPGJ4&amp;keywords=insta360&amp;qid=1698678577&amp;sprefix=insta360%2Caps%2C220&amp;sr=8-4&amp;ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.c3015c4a-46bb-44b9-81a4-dc28e6d374b3&amp;th=1&amp;linkCode=ll1&amp;tag=thepodhos-20&amp;linkId=4e43cf54d6a4ddb8e5d4016d4a9656f5&amp;language=en_US&amp;ref_=as_li_ss_tl\"><strong>Insta360 Link Webcam<\/strong><\/a>: High budget, but immense quality. 4k recording, face tracking. Rivals a DSLR for standard recording.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-pro-cameras\">Pro Cameras<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/3ME2OUu\"><strong>Canon EOS M50 Mk2:<\/strong><\/a> (Colin&rsquo;s Camera) Mirrorless camera with clean HDMI output. Paired with a Camlink 4k, this acts as a top-quality webcam. Or, can record in-person setups directly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/49dpC6k\"><strong>Sony ZV-E10 II<\/strong><\/a>: Mirrorless camera designed specifically for creators. Up to 4k, 60fps video and a great auto-focus, plus clean HDMI output for webcam use. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also check out this video showing <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=LrnyOrWhIsA\">Colin&rsquo;s full video podcasting setup<\/a> and this full <a href=\"https:\/\/alitu.com\/creator\/tool\/best-dslr-and-mirrorless-cameras-for-streaming-and-online-recording-in-2025\/\">video podcasting camera rundown<\/a> on Creator Craft. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"tripods\">Tripods<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/GorillaPod-SLR-Zoom-Tripod-Cameras-Ballhead\/dp\/B002FGTWOC?psc=1&amp;SubscriptionId=AKIAJDNMP22IVHLGWA7Q&amp;tag=greshomal-21&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;camp=2025&amp;creative=165953&amp;creativeASIN=B002FGTWOC\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Joby Gorrillapod Original<\/strong><\/a>: Brilliant, flexible tripods, ideal for a webcam or on-the-go recording.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"webcam-recording-effects\">Webcam Recording Effects<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shop.manycam.com\/order\/product.php?PRODS=4711271&amp;QTY=1&amp;AFFILIATE=91779\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Manycam<\/strong><\/a>: Set up scenes, screen-share, picture in picture, green screen, live broadcast &amp; record your videos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/software\/streamyard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Streamyard<\/strong><\/a>: some great recording layouts, including screenshare, slides, bottom 1\/3.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also-0\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/planning\/should-i-make-a-video-podcast\">The Ultimate Video Podcasting Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/business-of-podcasting\/why-video-cant-wont-replace-audio-in-podcasting\">Why Video Can&rsquo;t &amp; Won&rsquo;t Replace Audio in Podcasting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-audio-interfaces\">Audio Interfaces<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you use a USB mic then it&rsquo;ll plug directly into your computer. But, if you opt for XLR, you&rsquo;ll need an interface to connect it to instead. Here are some of our favourites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"focusrite scarlett 2i2\" class=\"wp-image-50181\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Focusrite-Scarlett-2i2-Review-img.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-top-pick-focusrite-scarlett-2i2\">Top Pick &ndash; Focusrite Scarlett 2i2<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This legendary USB audio interface won&rsquo;t break the bank and will last you a lifetime if you take good care of it. Plug in one or two XLR mics, and you can record into any software on your computer. Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2-review\/\">full review of the <strong>Focusrite Scarlett 2i2<\/strong><\/a>, or, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/interface\/focusrite-scarlett-2i2\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy the 2i2 on Amazon<\/a> today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-other-great-audio-interfaces\">Other Great Audio Interfaces<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/interface\/presonus-audiobox\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PreSonus AudioBox USB 96<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/presonus-audiobox-usb-96-review\/\">so durable it&rsquo;s basically a black box<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/shure-mvx2u\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shure MVX2U<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/shure-mvx2u-review\/\">lets you run any XLR mic like it was a simple USB model<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/rode-ai-micro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rode AI Micro<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/rode-ai-micro-review\/\">a pocket-sized interface for lav mics<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also-1\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-usb-audio-interface\/\">Best Audio Interfaces<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-digital-recorders\">Digital Recorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You don&rsquo;t need to be anywhere near a computer to record a podcast, especially if you own a reliable digital recorder. These are super-portable, and you can capture audio with them almost anywhere. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"zoom h6 podcasting resource\" class=\"wp-image-52117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-H6-review-img.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-top-pick-zoom-h6\">Top Pick &ndash; Zoom H6<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The entire Zoom range oozes quality, but the H6 has the most options, XLR inputs, and customisation capability, whilst costing the same (sometimes even less!) as the H5. Read <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/zoom-h5-vs-zoom-h6-as-podcast-digital-recorder\/\">how the Zoom H5 and <strong>Zoom H6<\/strong> stack up against one another<\/a>, or, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/zoom-h6\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy the H6 on Amazon<\/a> today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-other-great-digital-recorders\">Other Great Digital Recorders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/zoom-h1-handy-portable-digital-recorder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zoom H1<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/zoom-h1-digital-recorder-podcasting-review\/\">an entry-level option that&rsquo;ll still record great audio<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/zoom-h5-recorder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zoom H5<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/zoom-h5-review-for-podcasting\/\">a powerful workhorse digital recorder with two XLR inputs<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also-2\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-digital-podcast-recorders\/\">Best Digital Recorders<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-podcast-recorders\">Podcast Recorders<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In years gone by, podcasters would use kit designed predominately for musicians. These days, the podcast industry has grown to the point where we have our own custom-built gear, tailored to our needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"zoom podtrak p4 podcast resource\" class=\"wp-image-52119\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-290x163.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-350x197.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-445x250.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-635x357.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-580x326.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-700x394.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-890x501.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img-1270x714.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/10\/Zoom-PodTrak-P4-Review-img.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-top-pick-zoom-podtrak-p4\">Top Pick &ndash; Zoom PodTrak P4<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The most affordable of all podcast recorders, by far. With the PodTrak P4, you can plug in up to four XLR mics, mix in music and sound effects, and record phone or online calls. Read our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/zoom-podtrak-p4-review\/\">full review of the <strong>Zoom PodTrakP4<\/strong><\/a>, or, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/zoom-podtrak-p4\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">buy the P4 on Amazon<\/a> today. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-other-great-podcast-recorders\">Other Great Podcast Recorders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/rodecaster-pro-ii\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rode Rodecaster II<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; in its second generation, this is the Godfather of podcast recorders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/amazon\/mackie-dlz-creator\/\">Mackie DLZ Creator<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; Audio veterans&rsquo; Mackie&rsquo;s response to the Rodecaster &ndash; <em>we can do this too, and make it cost even more! <\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also-3\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-digital-podcast-recorders\/#Dedicated_Podcast_Recorders_150_%E2%80%93_800\">Best Podcast Recorders<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-accessories-amp-other-gear\">Accessories &amp; Other Gear<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>What about the glue that holds the various bits of your podcasting setup together? Whilst less glamorous than shiny mics or recorders, these are still vitally important.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"best-microphone-stand\">Best Microphone Stand<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Rode-Swivel-Mount-Studio-Microphone\/dp\/B001D7UYBO?tag=thepodhos-20\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rode PSA1 Boom Arm<\/a><\/strong>&nbsp;&ndash; Industry-standard &ndash; will last forever! Read our&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/rode-psa1-boom-arm\/\">full review of the Rode PSA1<\/a>&nbsp;here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"best-headphones\">Best Headphones<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You won&rsquo;t find a better quality-to-value option than the&nbsp;<strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/Audio-Technica-ATH-M20X-Professional-Headphones-Black\/dp\/B00HVLUR18?SubscriptionId=AKIAJDNMP22IVHLGWA7Q&amp;tag=greshomal-21&amp;linkCode=xm2&amp;camp=2025&amp;creative=165953&amp;creativeASIN=B00HVLUR18\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Audio Technica M20X<\/a><\/strong>s. Check out our full&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-headphones-for-podcasting\/\">Best Podcast Headphones<\/a>&nbsp;roundup for the lowdown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"see-also\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-microphone-boom-arm-podcasting\/\">The Best Microphone Boom Arm for Podcasting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-headphones-for-podcasting\/\">Best Podcast Headphones<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/understanding-audio-cables\/\">Understanding Audio Cables<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-computer-for-podcasting\/\">What&rsquo;s the Best Computer for Podcasting &amp; Audio Production?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/best-laptop-for-podcasting\/\">Best Laptop for Podcasting<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/equipment\/what-is-a-pop-filter\/\">Pop Filters for Podcasters<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-part-2-podcast-amp-web-hosting\">PART 2: PODCAST &amp; WEB HOSTING<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-publish-amp-distribute-a-podcast\">Publish &amp; Distribute a Podcast<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You won&rsquo;t find many listeners if your recorded podcast episodes remain on your hard drive. You&rsquo;re going to need some software to upload, publish, and push it out to places like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and everywhere else podcasts are discovered and consumed. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/alitu.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"441\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-1024x441.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-50236\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-1024x441.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-300x129.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-768x331.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-1536x661.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-290x125.jpg 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-350x151.jpg 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-445x192.jpg 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-635x273.jpg 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-580x250.jpg 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-700x301.jpg 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-890x383.jpg 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu-1270x547.jpg 1270w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/alitu.jpg 1840w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-top-pick-alitu\">Top Pick &ndash; Alitu<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/alitu.com\/?utm_source=thepodcasthost&amp;utm_medium=in-content-link&amp;utm_campaign=ultimate-podcasting-resource-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Alitu<\/strong><\/a> is one of many places where you can upload your content and make it available on all the podcast listening platforms. What sets it apart, though, is that you can also record, edit, and produce your show in your Alitu account. This keeps podcasting easy, quick, and cheap!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-other-great-podcast-hosting-providers\">Other Great Podcast Hosting Providers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/hosting\/captivate-podcast-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Captivate<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/captivate-review\/\">read our full Captivate review<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/hosting\/transistor-fm-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Transistor<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/transistor-fm-review\/\">read our full Transistor review<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/hosting\/castos-podcast-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Castos<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/castos-review\/\">read our full Castos review<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/hosting\/rss-com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">RSS.com<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/business-of-podcasting\/how-rss-com-outsmarted-podcast-spammers\/\">read our full RSS.com review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also-4\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/best-podcast-hosting\/\">Best Podcast Hosting Options<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/how-to-upload-a-podcast\/\">How to Upload &amp; Publish a Podcast<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/promotion\/best-podcast-directories-where-to-list\/\">Best Podcast Directories to List Your Show<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-making-a-podcast-website\">Making a Podcast Website<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Having your own website gives you much more control over your content. It also makes your podcast a lot more discoverable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-top-pick-podpage\">Top Pick &ndash; Podpage<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/websites\/podpage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Podpage<\/a><\/strong> is the original podcast website builder. Copy your RSS feed in, and it&rsquo;ll generate a fully-fledged and feature-packed podcast website for you in minutes, no technical knowledge necessary. See our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/podpage-review\/\">full Podpage review<\/a> for more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-other-great-podcast-website-builders\">Other Great Podcast Website Builders<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/websites\/podcastpage\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Podcastpage<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/podcastpage-review\/\">works similar to Podpage, but with a few key differences<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/web-hosting\/bluehost-podcast-websites-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Bluehost<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/podcast-website\/#3_Building_a_Podcast_Website_Using_WordPress\">a more traditional way to build your own WordPress site<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/web-hosting\/wix-affiliate-link\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Wix<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/websites-hosting\/wix-podcast-website\/\">A middle ground between fully self-hosted and the podcast website generator approach<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also-5\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/podcast-website\/\">The Ultimate Podcast Website Guide<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-part-3-podcast-software-amp-apps\">PART 3: PODCAST SOFTWARE &amp; APPS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes called a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation), these programs are designed to let you record and edit your podcast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-top-pick-alitu-0\">Top Pick: Alitu<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><em><strong>Includes: Podcast editing, audio cleanup, <em><strong>call recording, solo recording, <\/strong><\/em> podcast hosting, transcription. <\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alitu.com\/?utm_source=thepodcasthost&amp;utm_medium=in-content-link&amp;utm_campaign=ultimate-podcasting-resource-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alitu<\/a><\/strong>, you can record solo, with a co-host, or online with guests. Editing is super simple, even if you&rsquo;ve never used podcasting software before. You can even edit by text, where deleting words, sentences, or entire sections will delete the corresponding audio in your recording. Processes like Noise Reduction, EQ, Compression, and Volume Levelling are all done for you automatically, too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"902\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-1024x902.png\" alt=\"alitu text-based podcast editing\" class=\"wp-image-51109\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-1024x902.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-300x264.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-768x676.png 768w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-290x255.png 290w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-350x308.png 350w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-445x392.png 445w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-635x559.png 635w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-580x511.png 580w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-700x616.png 700w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo-890x784.png 890w, https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/Ultimate-editing-combo.png 1240w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Alitu offers a lot more than the ability to record and edit your podcast; you can also upload and publish there, before distributing it to the likes of Apple Podcasts and Spotify. It even has a free music library, and will automatically generate episode transcripts. In short, Alitu is everything you need to podcast under one single login and subscription. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-more-great-software-amp-apps\">More Great Software &amp; Apps<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.audacityteam.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Audacity<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/audacity-compressor\/\">a bit dated and confusing at first, but free! <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/hindenburg.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Hindenburg<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/hindenburg-podcast-production\/\">streamlined DAW designed for spoken-word content<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/audition\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Adobe Audition<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/adobe-audition-review\/\">loads of flexibility, very powerful, but steep learning curve<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-see-also-6\">See Also<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/podcast-editing\/\">Podcast Editing: The Ultimate Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/best-podcast-editing-software\/\">Best Podcast Editing Software<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/much-editing-should-i-do-in-my-podcast\/\">How Much Should I Edit My Podcast?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/planning\/best-podcast-tools\/\">Best Podcast Tools to Make Your Life Simpler<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/recording-skills\/best-podcast-recording-software\/\">Best Podcast Recording Software<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/click-podcast-editing\/\">How to Edit a Podcast Faster<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/audacity-vs-adobe-audition-cc-where-should-i-record-edit-my-podcast\/\">Audacity Vs Adobe Audition<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/the-mee-podcasting-method-editing-production\/\">The Minimum Effective Editing Method (for People With No Time!)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-video-podcasting-software\">Video Podcasting Software<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/planning\/should-i-make-a-video-podcast\/\">Video podcasting<\/a> is almost as old as its audio counterpart, but it&rsquo;s only recently grown to the same popularity. As tools, gear, and software continue to improve, it&rsquo;s much easier to do video well. Just keep in mind that adding video should be something you <em>want <\/em>to do, and not something you <em>have to<\/em> do.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-video-call-recording-software\">Video Call Recording Software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>There has been a real arms race in the multi-track call recording space in recent years. The result has been many affordable and intuitive options for recording crystal clear video. Here are the platforms that excel in that space:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Alitu\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/hosting\/alitu\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\"><strong>Alitu<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/recording-software\/riverside-call-recorder\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Riverside<\/a><\/strong> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/software\/streamyard\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Streamyard<\/strong><\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/recording-software\/squadcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Squadcast<\/strong><\/a>  <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-video-editing-software\">Video Editing Software<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alitu and Riverside both have video editing capabilities (Alitu&rsquo;s currently in beta, but soon to be fully public), so for a standard edit, you can most likely stick with them.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But, if you want to get more complex &ndash; bringing in a range of tracks, b-roll, audio effects, transitions, etc &ndash; then often you&rsquo;re better served using a dedicated video editing package. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For that, then the PRO choices are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/recording-software\/adobe-audition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Adobe Premiere<\/strong><\/a> for PC, or <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/software\/final-cut-pro\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Final Cut Pro<\/a><\/strong> for Mac<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>They&rsquo;re both big, powerful, and flexible &ndash; the top 2 in the industry &ndash; but they also come with a pretty steep learning curve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, if you&rsquo;re new to video and want to look great without things getting too complicated, then try:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TechSmith\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/software\/techsmith\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Camtasia<\/a> if you&rsquo;re doing a lot of screencasts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow noindex sponsored\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Filmora\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/software\/filmora\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Filmora<\/a> for a Lite version of Premiere or Final Cut<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Or stick with Alitu or Riverside, as mentioned above.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>See also:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/best-video-editing-software-for-creators\/\">Best Video Editing Software<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/how-to-make-a-podcast-with-alitu\/\">Alitu Recording &amp; Editing Guide<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/recording-skills\/riverside-fm-review\/\">Riverside.fm Review<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"musicart\">PART 4: PODCAST MUSIC &amp; ARTWORK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Branding is important in your quest to stand out from the rest of the shows in your niche!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-music\">Music<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most shows include at least a theme tune, and many include music beds and sound FX to add to the mood. You have to pay for the good stuff &ndash; here&rsquo;s where to find it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/music-fx\/premiumbeat\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PremiumBeat by Shutterstock<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; <strong>Get 10% off <\/strong>PremiumBeat sitewide using coupon code&nbsp;<strong>PODCASTPB&nbsp;<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong><a data-lasso-id=\"188\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/music-fx\/epidemic\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Epidemic<\/a>&nbsp;&ndash;&nbsp;<\/strong><em>Sign up for Epidemic Sound&rsquo;s&nbsp;<strong>annual personal plan<\/strong>&nbsp;using coupon code&nbsp;<strong>PODCAST50<\/strong>&nbsp;to get a massive <strong>50% off!<\/strong><\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These subscriptions give you access to huge libraries and lifetime licenses on anything you use during that subscription.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/alitu.com\/?utm_source=thepodcasthost&amp;utm_medium=in-content-link&amp;utm_campaign=ultimate-podcasting-resource-list\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alitu<\/a><\/strong> also has a free music library, so if you&rsquo;re using it to record, edit, and publish your podcast then that&rsquo;s yet another box ticked off for you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-artwork\">Artwork<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Podcast listeners <strong>do<\/strong> judge shows by their cover &ndash; at least until they hit play, anyway. With nice visuals, you&rsquo;ll ensure that they do. Here are a couple of options for getting your perfect podcast logo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Our own <strong><a data-lasso-id=\"191\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/custompodcastartwork\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Custom Podcast Artwork<\/a> <\/strong>package &ndash; costs $195<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fiverr designer <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/services\/c7productions-fiverr-artwork\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"85817\">C7Productions<\/a><\/strong> &ndash; prices start at $130<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"for-more-information\">For More Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/q-and-a\/find-podcast-music\/\" data-lasso-id=\"193\">How to Find Podcast Music<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/music-copyright-can-i-use-song-podcast\/\" data-lasso-id=\"194\">Music Copyright | Can I use this Song?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/editing-production\/free-podcast-music-library\/\" data-lasso-id=\"195\">The Podcast Host Free Music Library<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/promotion\/how-to-create-your-podcast-cover-art\/\" data-lasso-id=\"196\">Crafting Podcast Cover Art to Grab Attention<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"promogrowth\">PART 5: PROMOTING &amp; GROWING YOUR SHOW<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"email-newsletters\">Email Newsletters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best things you can do to grow your Podcast long-term is to start an email list. Get your listeners signed up, and you can tell them about new episodes, ask them for feedback and get their help in sharing your show.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/growth\/convertkit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Convertkit<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Delivering emails to your list as we as automatic email sequences.<\/strong>&nbsp;We&rsquo;ve used Convertkit for our own newsletters. It&rsquo;s super easy to set up and offers tonnes of options to automate newsletters, segment your users and a lot more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/go\/software\/activecampaign\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">ActiveCampaign<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ActiveCampaign&nbsp;focuses on email marketing for digital businesses, e-commerce, and business-to-business companies<\/strong>. This could be a good tool if you&rsquo;re creating a network with other podcasters and want to share information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"for-more-information_1\">For More Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/promotion\/email-marketing-for-podcasters\/\" data-lasso-id=\"199\">Email Marketing for Podcasters<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"planning-organisation\">Planning &amp; Organisation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re a podcaster, there&rsquo;s no shortage of things you could be planning or working on. But how do you stay organised and make sure the important stuff always gets done?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/podcasthostplanner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"85819\"><strong>The Podcast Host Planner<\/strong><\/a> will help you organise and execute your episodes, keeping in mind your big picture goals, your key values, and your own personal definition of success.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a data-lasso-id=\"85820\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/planning\/click-up-review-for-podcasters\/\"><strong>ClickUp<\/strong><\/a> is a powerful project management tool that can help you organize your work.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"social-media-audience-management\">Social Media &amp; Audience Management<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Social media can be useful for growing and engaging with your audience. But it can also be overwhelming. Here are the tools we use to make it easier.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a data-lasso-id=\"200\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/smarterqueue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>SmarterQueue<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Create an automated, recycling queue of posts to Twitter\/X, Facebook, LinkedIn, and more.&nbsp;Smarterqueue cycles through our queue of 500+ posts, promoting all of our old and new content on a regular schedule. Brilliant!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a data-lasso-id=\"201\" href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/bonjoro\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><strong>Bonjoro<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Welcome new users, members or list subscribers with video.&nbsp;We&rsquo;re using this to engage with our new members through quick videos, as soon as they join up. It helps them know us, trust us and become fans of what we do!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"h-for-more-information\">For More Information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thepodcasthost.com\/planning\/how-to-get-help-with-your-podcast\/\" data-lasso-id=\"202\">How to Get Help With Your Podcast<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-css-opacity\">\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading \" id=\"transcription\">Transcription<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Transcribing your episodes is vital from an accessibility point of view. Transcriptions can also help with your show notes and other content-repurposing ventures. 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