I use Zeal Sound Microphone and its a great option, especially when starting out. I have been using mine since I started podcasting in May 2023. It blocks out background noise really well. It picks up my voice and you can also mute yourself, turn the volume up and down right from the mic itself. I bought my microphone on Amazon.
Since I travel a lot, the Samson Q2U is my go-to microphone because it's an easy plug & play and it comes with a pouch that stores easily. I think the quality of the mic is exceptional given the price point ($75-80 USD), and the only way I'd move to another mic is if I set up a home studio where I recorded on a regular basis. But as a digital nomad, nothing beats this mic!
I like to use Microphones that make the speaker comfortable. I have a Podcast studio and host or part host 2 podcasts of my own. We use Rode M2 stage microphones which are different from your normal podcaster kit. Why, because our production goal is conversation. so whilst peaking we like to walk around, interact and look at each other without having to twist your head in that strange way that provides eye contact without moving the mouth too far away from the Mic. The Rodes means that as a stage mic, held in the hand, it moves with you and I think transfers the interpersonal, human, connection to the podcast feel... Finally on a technical front they are dynamic and not condensor meaning that we can control the direction and background noise much better for excellant quality.
I use the Rode Pod Mic, I love the way it makes me sound. This mic cuts out most background noise. The mics came with my purchase of the Rode Caster Pro Console.
They all have good sound quality and pickup. I use them for my hosts and my guests as well. They sounds amazing and I recommend them on top of Shure. Samsons are also sold at very affordable prices for the podcasters who are a budget. I own 5 Samson podcast mics. They have stood the test of time.
I use a Shure microphone, which I purchased from an electronics store. I absolutely love it—it captures my voice with exceptional clarity and effectively minimizes background noise. It definitely does its job well!
I was fortunate to get hired in the second largest media market (Los Angeles) right out of college. The radio broadcasting industry attracted me in the creative sense but my humble beginnings were in very small markets before I arrived in Southern California. Microphones back then for the radio broadcasting industry were large and very expensive. I learned to understand the big difference between a "brand name" and an "off-brand" microphone. The best advice for podcasters today that I have from my professional start in radio broadcasting is to ignore the brand names of the microphone. Instead, you really should first understand and then focus upon on the technical capabilities of the microphone to do the work you need for your podcast. The size and weight of the microphone can be crucial if you venture out of a desktop production or a studio setting. If you produce recordings in a live venue and you need to pick up multiple voices clearly, the size and weight of the microphone can make or break your podcast production. Finally, consider only the exact accessories (such as microphone booms or stands or wind screens, etc.) that you need for the type of podcast production in which you specialize (indoors vs outdoors; desktop production / studio setting; multi-person interview, etc.)
I do use both Spotify and Apple, however, what I love about Spotify is it really shows you the break of your stats. It also has options for engaging with your audience.
For mine. Neither. I play licensed music on my show and a little known app called MixCloud, which is better than Spotify, allows me to play music on my show. The music comes directly from my personal collection and going forward, I’m sticking mostly to playing vinyl on my show. I have to edit the music out of my eps to play them on Apple and Spotify. MixCloud is the app for music connoisseurs. Spotify is fast food.
Statistically, Apple Podcasts is king. I live in Korea these days, and very few people use Spotify. iPhones are still popular here (despite Samsung's dominance over everything here), but if someone doesn't have an iPhone, I just direct them to my Buzzsprout website and they can pick an app or listen there.
I work on the basis that I never know which carrier my audience wants to listen on, so multiple platforms are used. I trust the scatter approach, not the sniper. I can say that 150 episodes and 6 years later, O365distilled.com on Apple continues to draw in a larger audience than Spotify.
I use both Apple and Spotify. I can\\\'t say I like one better than the other. I think it\\\'s important to be on as many sites as you can to expand your reach.
I love Spotify better, because they are publish your episodes within minutes as opposed to Apple which waits almost several hours to publish your episodes and also takes forever to show ratings which is frustrating when you know people submit their podcast ratings and you have no idea how many days it will be published. I also like Spotify better, because of their
Like most podcasters, I know that once a show is on a hosting service, it streams everywhere. I’ve used Apple as a benchmark for success, but I also know I have a strong presence on Spotify. Ultimately, I’m happy wherever my audience finds me. This year, I’d love to start using Spotify’s video feature and plan to incorporate it into my release process.
Having used both Apple and Spotify since 2021 at the origins of my podcast series, I recommend all podcasts use both as well. I am not convinced either Apple or Spotify is "better for podcast growth." My recommendation is to focus on getting your podcast series distributed on as many of the most prevalent platforms possible or you risk falling behind other podcasters\' efforts.
I am making money with my podcast and what I love is being able to do with through the World Podcast Network. It has made it possible for podcasts of all sizes to earn some money. I have done affiliate links in the past. I have also used Podcorn, which I am still open to, but if your podcast is not big enough can make it really difficult. But as mentioned, I have used World Podcast Network to run ads on my podcast, play music and do the host-read ads.
I dont know, my problem is I am a creative so the art is more important than the money. Honestly, I dont know how I want to move this forward. I don't want the adverts to break up the flow. Not sure my listeners would appreciate it and I'm not sure I get the numbers to make it worthwhile... BUt when I purchase some new equipment I do wish I had a easy answer ;-)
We don\'t have a great way to monetize. Occassionally brand deals for organic ads but not making a ton on a platform.
I’ve explored various monetization methods for my show, including sponsorships and partnerships. However, my most profitable approach has been charging a fee for guest appearances. I offer different levels of exposure, and this has proven to be my biggest revenue generator.
My podcasting experience since 2021 has taught me an important lesson: Many think that monetization is the top reason for doing podcasts. If this is how you think, I can predict you will end up feeling disappointed because making sufficient money for a living from podcasting is extremely difficult. I have learned that the top reason for doing podcasts at all is the podcaster\'s passion for communicating with their intended audience. Your goal, in my experience, should be to win over members of your intended audience instead of focusing upon making money from your podcasting endeavors.
Facebook, LinkedIn and Instagram for me! Those are the best social networks for my podcast Become A Successful Podcaster. Since my podcast is about the business success of podcasting, LinkedIn definitely is the best one for me, although I should be more engaged in it. I do have a successful LinkedIn group of over 2,200 members all consisting of podcasters, so it works. I also have a Facebook group for podcasters. I see more podcasters on Instagram every day, so those three. People are now talking about TikTok as a podcaster platform. I will try it as well.
What is your favorite social network of choice for promoting your podcast? Which ones have you succeeded with and which ones are a waste of time? Do you promote your podcast itself or your individual episodes?
When I first started out, I really leaned in heavy with doing reels on Facebook and Instagram (and then adding those reels on Tik Tok). I would create video clips on Headliners that I would then add on social media.
MixCloud gets me. All the meta parented apps are governed by algorithm and that doesn’t help me grow. MixCloud is about people, not algorithm.
Your network = your net worth. You don't need a large social media following. If you provide quality content and value to your listeners and you engage with them, they'll share your podcast with others. If you're in it for the long haul, start a LinkedIn newsletter and repurpose your content there. If you're willing to pay for advertisements, Podcast Addict has reasonable promo rates. But the best way to grow a new podcast is to bring on guests who also provide value for your listeners. Ask them to share your conversation with their audience. Tag them on social media. Stay engaged with them after the interview ends. Don't let it become a one-night stand.
Organic growth for me is the best way forward and patience. For me, I leverage the Audience that listens regularly by re-posting their comments and calling them out in the podcast to encourage them to post their thoughts. I have tried all kinds of socials to build numbers and find the only solid way is content, regular quality content increases the listening numbers and you can then keep the listeners that get vale from the POD. 2 years ago we did a 30 days of Christmas, creating a podcast per day of about 15 minutes and trippled a 1000 per month to 3000 listeners per month and today we have maintained about 15% of that increase. For all the extra effort in socials, etc this is still the best campaign we completed
First, it\'s really about the content. People have to want to listen to you. Find topics that interest people. On my show I talk about what\\\'s happening in the news and how I feel about those stories. You also have to get on Facebook, X, BlueSky, etc. and engage with people. Post your episode links so people can hear your content. Find out what they are talking about on social media and base some of your shows on that.
I think TikTok is the best platform on social media platform for podcasters. I tried Instagram and it sucks. a lot of words!
I actively use Instagram, LinkedIn, Facebook, and TikTok to promote my brand, along with leveraging my email list through newsletters. Aside from my website, I haven’t focused much on SEO for Google rankings. However, I believe consistency is key to building visibility in any space. I also attend numerous networking events, constantly promoting my brand and connecting with people. Growing a show and establishing a strong brand takes dedication, and I’m always willing to put in the work.
It is mission-critical for you to promoting your new podcast separately from the public page that usually comes with your signing up with a podcast host. My host is RSS America and they provide excellent services for podcast distribution include a public page. Potential audience members for your podcast will learn about what you have to say if they are already subscribed to Apple or Spotify and so on. Most potential listener will usually come from the group of people out there who already listen to other peoples\' podcasts and who know their way around Apple or Spotify, etc. To attract new audience members, however, you need to promote on social media network the particular keywords you believe best represent you. I have found success in attracting new audience members by using distinct and focused keywords such as "taboo" and "Las Vegas" in social media posts. Merely using social media networks to promote your podcast series, however, is not enough to succeed in building a loyal audience. The work that you do in your individual podcasts is what audience members will be attracted to or what drives them away regardless of how much marketing or promotion you do for your podcast series.
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