10 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started a Podcast

[@thePlum]

BOOM! This was genius, THANK YOU!! Super valuable video for me, 🙏

[@Infotokev]

I am an old dude. I was raised on broadcast TV - 40 - 50 channels, and then cable. I have been dubious of podcasts/casters. But now, I see a "circuit"? Content creators use each other to further their audience outreach. Bill goes on Pam's podcast. Frank, Pam's friend. thought Bill did a great job, so now Frank wants to interview Bill and on and on. It is genius and no doubt this is the future of information sharing. Congrats and much success on your journey.

[@Buzzsprout]

Thanks for sharing your perspective! It's amazing how the podcasting world has evolved and how content creators collaborate to broaden their audience.

[@JapanMediaTour]

Really helpful stuff. Thanks so much for providing this information! I think every single one of these points will help me to some degree

[@Buzzsprout]

You're most welcome! Thanks for checking in!

[@Wise7mind]

Timely advice. This channel is my go-to for podcast info. I've been using these tools for my podcast Wise Mindset Guy

[@Buzzsprout]

Thanks for the kind words! So glad to hear you find us helpful! If you have any questions or need further assistance, feel free to reach out. Happy podcasting!

[@Wise7mind]

Batching the episodes is key. It saves lots of time.

[@RenaldoQuestelles]

I swear I love Buzzsprout

[@Buzzsprout]

And we love you!

[@YoussefYoussef-rs6bq]

Can you share some good example of show notes? and how to format it?

[@Geena246]

I'm developing a podcast and this was super helpful. Saving it! Thank you !!

[@Buzzsprout]

I'm happy you found this helpful, Diane. You are welcome!

[@edwinlugakingira6924]

hey! how is the output of your podcast?

[@goodshepard00]

Thank for the great info!

[@Buzzsprout]

Glad you find this video helpful!

[@visitvegasplaces]

Best investment for our podcast! Thank you guys!

[@JT-oj6gd]

super helpful, concise, and rich, thanks guys

[@rockymountainsunshinepodca4309]

Thanks! Some of these things I've learned over the last month, others I'm going to take note !

[@haenerelie8727]

Awesome. Thank you for this.

[@munchbrosinthenerdverse6180]

Great advice!! Thank you!!

[@BerettaFleur]

Thank you!

[@qualityoflifematters]

This was very helpful! Thank you so much!

[@terrib.4785]

Very helpful tips. Thank you!

[@Buzzsprout]

Glad it was helpful, Terri!

[@OliGudbjartsson12]

Awesome tips 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@Buzzsprout]

Thanks so much Oli, we're here for you!

[@akelbowrin4210]

This was very helpful

[@Buzzsprout]

Glad to be of help! Thanks for watching!

[@VexcomStudios]

The introduction, is that for the trailer? Or is that for the first podcast after the trailer? Thanks for answering.

[@shaunaarthurs]

Awesomeness! 🙏

[@JewelVeitch]

Thank you! so helpful! I want to start a 2nd season for my podcast, do I just start and call it season 2 or is there a way to organize season 1 in a sort of portal that separates season 1 from season 2?

[@Buzzsprout]

Hi there, Jewel! Congrats on starting your 2nd season! In regards to your question, most podcast hosting platforms have a setting where you can organize your episodes into seasons. When you upload a new episode, specify that it’s part of ‘Season 2’. This way, your listeners can easily navigate between seasons. Happy podcasting!

[@JewelVeitch]

Thank you!

[@anjasagan392]

This is super-helpful

[@RM-hj7zo]

The thing about generic emails with the name switched out is terrible communication advice. If you want that person to give you their time, I would make it much more personal.

[@Buzzsprout]

We hear you! Tailoring your outreach is key and truly makes a difference. Balancing efficiency with authenticity is what we aim for. Appreciate the insights!

[@maximumryan]

🔥🔥🔥

[@WonEatingShow]

👍

[@WEBookthematches]

so much good information

[@Buzzsprout]

Appreciate your support. Thanks for watching!

[@OnHumansPodcast]

Does the "podcast intro" refer to a trailer or the beginning of every episode? I am quite sceptical that listeners are interested in hearing about my educational background at the beginning of every episode, even if mine happens to be quite good and relevant (I went to Oxford to study the topic in question). I'm worried it would sound like bragging and none of the hosts I listen to do this.

[@MuzieklabPodcast]

Thanks a lot! Do you guys have preferred websites/apps to create an audiogram?

[@Typicalskinner]

Wavve is a decent one that I use! :) best of luck!

[@ScottBrandonHoffman]

You can do it directly in Buzzsprout, also headliner is a great one!

[@MuzieklabPodcast]

@@ScottBrandonHoffman your comment has been eye-opening for me! Thanks a lot!

[@SAnderson54]

I like Headliner

[@marchoover2326]

I watched a video of Travis using Auphonic for editing. Do you only use Auphonic? I use Audacity. I feel like if I edit it Audacity and then run it through Auphonics, it will reduce the quality of sound. Should I just stick to only running it through Auphonic? Thx

[@Buzzsprout]

If you edit your podcast in Audacity and then run it through Auphonic your audio should get better, not worse. You can always try it and compare the before and after to see how much of a difference it makes for your episodes

[@marchoover2326]

@@Buzzsprout Travis, I just experimented last night. It sounded good doing some edits in Audacity before going through Auphonic. I wanted to know what you do. Do you pre edit before using Auphonic? Thanks!

[@Buzzsprout]

Yes. You'll do all of your editing prior to using Auphonic. Auphonic should be the final step before you upload the episode to your podcast host

[@atiatahira7901]

Hope it would be helpful!🥰

[@queerweare]

It's been awhile since you posted this video but I hope you're still flagged when a question is asked. It's a great video but I have a question about one thing mentioned and that is including a link in social media. I do this on Twitter, it's in my profile on Instagram, but Facebook is a different animal. To force you to buy ads, Facebook now severely restricts the number of people who will see your post if you include a link. Zuckerburg has been open and upfront about these changes. As a result, I don't include a link in my promos. Instead, I write out the link to the podcast on the graphic itself. Sure, it adds a hoop for potential listeners to jump through, but I think that's better only a few seeing it. As far as you know, is there a way to work around not having a posted link restricted?

[@Buzzsprout]

The workaround that we'd recommend is encouraging your Page followers or Group members (which method you use to cultivate your audience on Facebook) to switch their notifications to "See First" or "All Posts" for pages and groups respectively. That will ensure that when you post about your new episodes, you can be sure that Facebook is showing it to them.

[@dshak9311]

Can you start PODCAST in REELS

[@Buzzsprout]

Absolutely! Podcasting knows no bounds, and we appreciate your innovative thinking! Reels can be powerful for promoting your show and engaging your audience across social media. Give bite-sized snippets a try with a CTA guiding listeners toward your chosen directories.