What do I need to record a podcast?
A voice… and a recorder. 🙂 You can simply record it on your phone as an audio file and upload it somewhere that others can have access to. But if you are interested in doing it more professionally, you can purchase a microphone and connect it to your computer (with or without an audio interface). GarageBand (comes free with Apple devices and works only on them) or Audacity are two professional and free applications you can download to use when recording your podcast directly on your computer. Alternatively, you can use an audio recording device, such as a field recorder, to connect your mic(s) and record your podcast.
Should I edit my podcast?
Editing is always a good idea. Not only it allows you to improve the audio quality of your recording but it also allows you to mix, cut, modify and add music to it. GarageBand and Audacity are great softwares you can use for free – with bit of a self-learning on Youtube.
Where can I upload my podcast?
Podcasts can be hosted anywhere but podcast hosting platforms are the most reliable and user-friendly options since they provide easy-to-use options and services to anyone ranging from the first-timer enthusiasts to vintage professionals. Some of those podcast hosts include but are not limited to Castos, Transistor, Captivate, Buzzsprout, Podbean, Simplecast, Spreaker, Libsyn, Blubrry and others. While some have free plans, these are generally limited. It is also possible to use popular music platforms, such as Spotify, to upload your podcast directly but they do not provide podcast-focused all-in-one hosting, promoting and distributing services the way specialized podcast hosting platforms do.
After you create your own podcast and upload it, it is advisable to use directories, such as Apple/ITunes Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, etc., to reach out to a bigger audience.