How to Start a Podcast 2020 | Equipment & Guide for Beginners

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Stuck at home and feeling the urge to be creative? Podcasting is a great (and inexpensive) way to broadcast your ideas to the world, but shooting/recording audio for one seems like a daunting task. On this episode, Ted and Casey McBeath demonstrate how to record, light, and shoot a podcast using budget video/audio gear in less than two hours.
Gear we used:
Sony a6400 - amzn.to/2A5ntvP
Gonine AC-PW20 - amzn.to/2UewFVk
Nail on Plate - adorama.rfvk.net/qXLOn
Matthews Matthpole - adorama.rfvk.net/PdEaQ
Aputure 120D II - amzn.to/3cIMsT6
Aputure Light Dome II - amzn.to/2Xzmg94
China Ball - amzn.to/2AQGGRT
Furniture Pads - amzn.to/2z6dvd1
C-Stand - amzn.to/3015K4i
Shure 7M7B - bhpho.to/3eSqhLy
Deity S-Mic 2 - amzn.to/2DzpgrJ
Zoom H5 - bhpho.to/2z7Bitf
Aputure MC - bhpho.to/2BE8327
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Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:57 - Cameras
2:18 - Finding Background
3:33 - Camera Placement
4:42 - Backlight
6:29 - Control Natural Light
6:49 - Fill Light
8:32 - Audio
8:55 - Room Treatment
10:53 - Expensive Audio Equipment
11:56 - Budget Equipment
14:05 - Set Design
14:54 - Background Lighting
17:14 - Demos
20:08 - Outro
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[@luisg694]

The acting in the pretend podcasts was spot on and funny 👏😂

[@zulzdn9348]

i think it is real, he just change his passion into "yoyo"

[@dontwaste111]

If you can't afford the $400 mics get the $360 ones

[@marinrealestatephotography]

Yeah, good point. Certainly not a "no budget" solution. While they aren't GREAT, but one can get a PAIR of Samson CO2 mics (cardioid pattern) for about $140. Tascam makes some pretty decent affordable recorders that have enough gain to drive the Samson CO2 mics.

[@studioharrison]

Bwaaaaahahahahahhaaaa

[@koloy3k]

Hahahahhab love it ....

[@estebanamesteguilavayen3020]

Tim Ferris's recommends the Sm58 (100$)

[@user-dn2qd5sc2p]

A more sophisticated and serious Arabic podcast

[@Samtagri]

“Great to talk to authentic people like yourself” what an LOL moment!!!

[@dxrcymorxndi6344]

This is a tremendous help! What I lack in education as far as videography, I learn through channels such as this one. So I super super appreciate stuff like this. It's no wonder your platforms are continuously growing. You've checked every box across the board. God bless. Ty again!

[@papertheproducer]

Budget sound blanket shopping list: Moving blanket Black fabric dye

[@AutoFOCUSED.]

They have black moving blankets that are dirt cheap.

[@papertheproducer]

AutoFOCUSED add Aladdin’s magic carpet to the list

[@shashwat_satya]

By far the best setup guide i have seen on KZbin .. ultimate video.. took me to watch just one video to subscribe right away .. amazing tenor you guys have going on there. Keep up.. 👍

[@notfortheviewsdotcom]

First time on the page and honestly his energy right off the back made me drop a like. Good job guys.

[@mohamedbilal9656]

Awesome tips. I really like it when people share their knowledge to everyone out there. Sharing is caring 😊

[@jerbearnone2012]

This might be my favorite video about starting a podcast. They really show that being a professional is often about knowing how to be flexible and work with what you have.

[@VllKlNG]

Really love the behind the scene setup tips, and inspiring to see how a few simple items really make huge improvements... (thanks lens cap!)

[@Aah_noe]

“How to start a podcast” step 1: get two $1000 cameras. Well, guess I’m not starting a podcast.

[@luk7n]

You don´t need two 1000$ cameras, this is bullshit

[@richardcg5500]

well you may not spend $1000 in cameras but $2000 in lights and stands for shure

[@RobertoRaymon]

Bro I have spent so much time AND MONEY putting together a podcast for a client ...and after 10 episodes you have no idea how much this helps for those small fine-tuning details that we need. Perfect example ...in my studio, which I use for filming AND photo shoots, I'm constantly bitching about having to break down the backdrop that holds the paper roll. Well guess what?! Now I don't have to! Now I can just use the backdrop to hang lights from the top of it! You saved me so much time! 😁👍🏾 No but seriously thank you so much for putting this together. You gave me some good ideas about balancing my practicals as well as helping to control the sound because my studio also has really high ceilings and a concrete floor. Great Job!!!

[@KylerAuston]

Thumbs up for the hybrid approach showing an appropriate model for most of the audience vs. best practices if budget isn't an issue + something to aspire to. I recently upgraded to a Zoom recorder and this is invaluable for that reason.

[@curtisjudd]

Nice lighting and set design!

[@user-dn2qd5sc2p]

A more sophisticated and serious Arabic podcast

[@raquelandreaa]

when he said $1K, I paused the video. Maybe after the pandemic

[@Rambaldi100]

ive just built my set with less than a $100, and it is just good enough for a spotify podcast, twitch streaming and youtube videos, i can even record some guitar and vocals with nice quality, and im 100% sure an average person is not gonna notice the difference

[@JandaBecanda]

Raquel, Anchor is always a good place to start using your smartphone. If you have a ringlight smartphone holder, then you can use that for the video.

[@raquelandreaa]

Hi @@JandaBecanda. Thank you for your answer! I actually checked out Anchor and I liked it very much. I will start researching the topics I'd like to do my podcasts about and work on branding. Thank you again!

[@JandaBecanda]

@@raquelandreaa my pleasure. And good luck with your new podcast. You can message me anytime if you need more help.

[@joelharris6368]

Rambaldi100 what equipment did you get?

[@icpgraphics]

When I saw the blanket around the guy on the yoga bit...I lost it! lol

[@PhiTonics]

Omg the booch! 🤣 I am rolling right now, that had me going, so good! Dude this was great; educational and funny, perfect.

[@alexanderraven234]

This video is within perfect timing for my upcoming podcast Thank you for all the budget friendly tips and insider info. The two concept pods were nice also

[@nudayproductions3239]

highly attuned and authentic. casey's YES AND improv is on point for a D.P

[@diptiman2008]

Hi .....you kept me hooked for 20 min at my office time. That's insane....the energy you emit and that smile...MAN..... it is something. You Rock Bro...!! Loved the episode. Thank You so much.

[@KennyYatesTV]

This is a fantastic, thorough and informative video. Great work! Love this. Really makes podcasting accessible if you’re starting from scratch.

[@RHStevens1986]

LOL The yogi switch in tone was fantastic. Good job guys.

[@SunDevilThor]

You guys are killing it lately. Fantastic job on the lighting.

[@mridds]

Amazed that such high-quality content is available for free!! Thanks to the internet. Thank you Indy Mogul!

[@mpxz999]

You guys are awesome! Seriously. I love your videos and you guys make me really happy

[@fespri8280]

I mean even the "cheap" set up was hella money so the "you have no excuse" may be a bit off but I appreciate it definitely put in perspective where I need to prioritize my efforts 🙌🏽

[@fespri8280]

Matthew Herrington I realised this was not the go-to list for me when the he said this was the “cheap” choices and “less than 1,000”

[@fespri8280]

Matthew Herrington on the flip side, I think their attitude toward the cost is probably a good reality check of the minimum numbers to really keep up right now 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@SeanofAllTrades]

If you only want to do audio there are some great low-budget options available. The most important part will be "treating your room". You could get away with REALLY cheap microphones if your room sounds decent.

[@destructoblog]

@@SeanofAllTrades speaks the truth. I run a 10 year old MXL990 through a TASCAM DR60D and used ATHM50 headphones. With a little care it can sound pretty good, all under 500 bucks, less if you buy used. The tradeoff on this stuff is often spending time editing and managing levels, noise removal, the boring time consuming stuff. Would not recommend blowing a ton of money on pro gear to start a podcast if you've never done one before.

[@Rambaldi100]

you can build a great set eith less than a 100 bucks, neewer nw 800 mic, beringer uphoria um22 sound card, a mic cable, a tripod, and you are good to go for a one person audio only podcast

[@diegoslinger1254]

These dude now what they are doing! Useful info, awesome setups and features

[@AtomicPixel]

Love it, man! Great timing as we’re still new to KZbin and working on our setup. My goal is to one day be as comfortable in front of the camera as you are! Cheers bro!

[@Maros_Mari]

thanks guys, this was fun to watch and I learnt a ton about the youtube home setup. Great vid.

[@RickStLouis-xh4zh]

Incredible work fellas, I learn so so much from this channel. Keep it up and thank you very much!

[@Burritosarebetterthantacos]

It took awhile to grow on me but this channel is 🔥. I like the subtle product placement mixed in with real solutions. Thanks guys.

[@tjmarx]

You said only 2 lights, then proceed to use 6. I really appreciate the effort and the tutorial and the ideas that are being expressed. But to suggest that no one has an excuse for not shooting in a similar quality to what you achieved is not accurate. Consider the cost of everything on your final set. Including lights, cameras, soft boxes with grids, audio, set dressings, moving blankets, flags to kill exterior lights, catpole, wires, tape, etc we're talking about a set in excess of $6000 for a podcast that won't make any money day one and may never break even. Recently you've had people from The Futur on discussing knowing your audience. I think you need to know yours. I would love to see you put together a competition based series where each competitor has to create the best set/frame they can for $X budget all inclusive. And made those budgets realistic to your indie viewers. So instead of $1000 for camera then another $1000 for audio then $200 for a tripod and whatever, it's all included in the budget. Say $500 or $1000 all in. So for example you have 2 people each trying to make the best video capture podcast set they can but they can't use more than $500 worth of equipment including dressings no cheats like "we just had this". Or, the best capture of a in car scene that appears to be moving for $1000 all in. The best fight scene set up for $750 all in. That kind of thing. I think that a series in that vein would be very popular and extremely helpful to your audience base. Not just in terms of how to work inside of such tight budgets but also in developing those creative problem solving skills. Up vote if you would like to see such a series, so Ted can gauge interest

[@bdubz_det]

100% agree with you. posting DIY tutorials is the new fad with successful channels these days and none of them are accurate smh.

[@NebulousFilms]

I mean, you won't get any more out of these videos then you already do. Just look at what they are doing and how you can implement that for yourself. They don't have to tell you what €200 camera you have to use. Look it up for yourself. The most valuable information in their tutorials isn't about the camera's but about the set design, lighting and audio treatment which you can all do for very little money. This isn't meant as a hateful comment but rather as a motivation to learn from these videos and make this information your own.

[@paulcosway9797]

You got me when he had that blanket on for the yoga bit. Well done

[@triflixcast]

This is literally our entire setup 😂😂 great tutorial though!

[@kamilluboch8928]

one of the funniest podcast:))) nice to laugh for a while. Thank you guys!

[@MarioSargeant]

Boss video guys! Thank you very much for this! The end killed me for sure! Lol!

[@bloodsalt]

This video is fantastic. So good to learn the basics of framing, lighting and practical equipment. I have a friend in filmschool and after 3 years of study he says this video is better than his full time course.

[@tonycosta8137]

Dude lighting and setup was amazing 👏 but I have to say the podcast was hilarious especially the yoga 🧘‍♂️ ski with the rolled up sleeves. That was a classic

[@Y_O_H_I]

Thank you!!!! really! Thanks for using a relatively low budget too, to show that the majority is possible !!! It's really encouraging !!!

[@fares__farhi]

i looove how he's pushing him hard and i love that the other person is always creative.. nice combination 🔥☄️

[@NIKTUNE5]

Bruh ! When he had the blanket on i died 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@user-mf6bs5ib5v]

+1

[@lorenabludreigna5280]

Haha! Exactly! When I saw that blanket I laughed so hard

[@Sushi_219]

Planning Planning starting a podcast with friends next year. This is a really great start👌

[@balancepodcast]

Lol thank you for this amazing video. Had lots of fun watching while learning

[@kalinkamenov9588]

Ahahahah, u got me with the voice change for the yoga podcast! "Blissfull heaven" is a thing now! :D

[@thelockedinpodcast1783]

Thanks for such a great and informative video! This inspired my brother and I to start a podcast ! 🙌🏽

[@paddleandhook]

Entertaining and informative. Well done guys, thanks for all you do!

[@gregrisen5854]

Great Stuff ))) thanks for all your job specially that part in the end!

[@obalfaqih]

Thanks for your great and informative videos! The podcasts were hilarious, especially the yoga one 😂😂😂

[@HaleDemetrio]

OMG! The acting is superb. Can’t help but laugh 😂🙇🏻👏🏼

[@RawloftheDead]

This was amazing how great you guys did this, great job!

[@BruceWangOfficial]

sound blankets on the floor my favorite tip from this video!

[@gisellechacon7081]

Super helpful overview, thanks! I picked up several valuable tips here.

[@erikgordon4804]

Useful tips, especially on the lighting using practicals and matching to them. And the funniest thing I've seen in a while. From some of the comments, it seems as if "indie" to some viewers means no money for anything. For others of us, it means something between no money and tens of thousands of dollars for equipment. I think you are well-calibrated regarding equipment. On the other hand, I'm not sure how many of us would rent large warehouse space to do a podcast. More likely, our smaller basement, if we have one, or an extra bedroom, if we have one, or a corner of our apartment, if our apartment has corners. Thanks for doing this one and a lot of other good ones.

[@ssgmoney]

The two mic setups cost the same that discredits the whole video

[@richardh995]

Your videos are amazing. Your gear link does not work in your description. Just wondering if you can send a list in what was used here and what you usually use.

[@FabioMeloLuiz]

I love this! #FromBrazil This was one of the best courses I have ever had within everyone we have here at YT. My congratulations here from Brazil. Best part was Yoga. LOL! Tks guys

[@kellykatz8671]

Today we're gonna make a podcasting setup, budget? $2000-3000. Lol. To be fair, cheap is not in the title and the equipment will give you great results.

[@toastedyoyos]

I love the shout out to professional yoyoing ❤️❤️ much love

[@sgh5627]

indeed, i used to play it and I went to BAC on those old days. I just stopped having that much interest on the sport.

[@MySiamesedreams]

I love this. Casey’s awesome. I know that guy and this was fun to watch

[@davidpieropan6242]

I love this video so much. Thanks for making it.

[@nativitymusic]

Yoyos and yogis LOL! Awesome tips. Thank you!

[@rodvillager5638]

Thanks guys, you've provided some fine hacks for this bootstrapping startup working towards changing the world :)

[@garybknightjr]

There is soo much awesome in this video!!

[@byrmblr3838]

Thanks for a great rundown!

[@BuckBowen]

That green blanket Casey had on got an instant like. So good.

[@whatznext28]

It was inspiring watching the team work their magic!

[@angulararchitecture2566]

Simple, yet effective studio setup. I really think I can do this in a weekend and on budget. Thanks for the practical tips.

[@alwade6993]

Thanks for the tips boyz!

[@SanaakwaSana]

The acting in the yoga podcast has me dying 🤣.

[@TAYOTAS]

This is amazing man! Thanks alot dudes :D

[@squidzillastinee]

Love the ad timer! Gracias!

[@gregap8282]

Free knowledge is always welcomed. So thank you

[@modishmade]

I wish there was a love button on here. I just love watching your channel.

[@talalimamobley5603]

the fuhking shaw over his shoulders killed me!!!! Thanks guys! Xxoo.

[@charlasconcassio2030]

this was unexpectedly great

[@dekenparker-lynch1630]

Thanks for the advice! I’ll be using a lot of it !

[@CorneliusBenton]

💯 I love these easy setup tutorials.

[@Sharpalzar]

I love seeing him back yeeeees!

[@KyleThaKidd]

The switch to the yoga podcast is hilarious

[@liahatz]

THIS WAS SOOO GOOD

[@augustmartinshorts]

Thanks, guys! Perfect in these indoor dans

[@AnimeAthletics]

this was quality good work!

[@hrvoje_bazina]

I was crying throughout the whole Yogi Bros bit, too funny 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@EtherealAeonsActivation]

Damn, wish I could execute this look on my own... budge wise and production value it's not easy to execute with zero experience. BUT I loved the tutorial - it was ahhhmazing!! Goals for sure~!~

[@azharijalaini]

This is a big help! Thank you so MUCH!!!!!

[@CraigHollabaugh]

This was awesome, great tech detail, resources, script, editing and most of all, the example podcasts. Well done.

[@godwin_njoroge]

Wasup guys. I love this so much. Really gave me insight on where I was stuck. Thank you! Just a quick one though, is it possible to use 2 blue yeti usb microphones if you're on a mad small budget instead?

[@mendyb6696]

Love the sense of humor

[@himvsherpodcast9140]

This is great! Entertaining and helpful!

[@MartyRayProject]

Love it!

[@ryanstechguide2195]

Excellent video, learned a ton.

[@harisusmanivlogs]

i was looking for this kind of element thanks

[@alandab]

That was freakin' awesome! Thank you!

[@dashxlife]

Nah the yoga podcast got me crying 😂😂 dude was in the blanket comfy

[@georgedavidla]

Excellent video! Thank you.

[@TheBlancoProductionz]

i was waiting for this type of video from you guys! thanks! what lens did you put on those Sony a6400!?? i have the same camera and using to record a podcast for a client. again thanks for the ideas and keep the videos coming!

[@CaseyMcBeath1]

Those were Canon zooms, a 24-70 and a 24-105

[@DesignedByMaejor]

🤣🤣🤣 yo...this is pretty funny stuff... ”better off in a bedroom again”... great content

[@BlessbyGBeats]

Great vid guys! Question: How did you get what seems to be like a 3rd camera angle with 2 cameras. I saw where you angled them both but where is the centered camera angle coming from?

[@RussellEstridge]

So much info here!!! Love it

[@ZoeLifestyle1]

"Yogi Mcbeth" wrapped in a blanket took me out 😂

[@slowyne1on1]

Thanks guys- nice job