How to record your podcast remotely with a guest or co-host (for free!)

[@witandwire]

Which tools do you use for your remote podcast recordings?

[@clearquartzcreative]

I've been using Zoom so far, but I've experienced Squadcast as a podcast guest and liked that flow as well!

[@witandwire]

@@clearquartzcreative it's definitely a nice guest experience!

[@paineite]

Have used Zoom, thinking about Zencastr per recommendation, but evidently it doesn't run on Firefox and forces me to use Chrome ... drrrrr. Do you have one you recommend that might work with Firefox? I'd rather NOT use Chrome if possible.

[@Gutenberg1977]

I use Reaper with the Open Source UI "Ultraschall" combined with Studiolink.

[@MartheMauve]

After more than a week of searching how to record a podcast (just started podcasting) with a remote guest I finally found your youtube and I am forever grateful for that.

[@witandwire]

I'm so glad I could help!

[@progressspectrum_community]

Please help me to start podcast remotely

[@giovanageluda]

SO grateful for this video! Perfect guide to podcast beginners! Right on point with every tip without wasting any time. Thank you!!

[@witandwire]

You're welcome, so glad it was helpful!

[@hirlekardipesh28]

I think your content is very underrated, I wish you get to 1k Subs mark soon! Keep making content. You're great ^-^

[@witandwire]

Thank you so much!

[@lauram.sanchez-ramirezlife1006]

Your’re amazing!! I love what you share!!! Best of luck and I hope you get over 1k this year!!!

[@witandwire]

@@lauram.sanchez-ramirezlife1006 thank you!

[@malk6277]

Great lightning round tips, thank you!

[@witandwire]

Thank you!

[@HarpreetKaur-f5c]

Amazing to the point video and answers so many questions I had! Definitely a thumbs up!!

[@witandwire]

I'm so glad it was useful! Thank you!

[@gwengibson5446]

Good information here, thank you!

[@witandwire]

Glad it was helpful!

[@ameersheikh9695]

This is the best video I find so far, I appreciate it all the info you shared with us, thank you

[@witandwire]

You're welcome!

[@normalone7824]

it was a great video - thx 🙏

[@witandwire]

Thank you!

[@normalone7824]

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[@reneeinmontanac.asinconnec1000]

These are fantastic! Thanks so much!

[@witandwire]

I'm so glad this was helpful! 😊

[@DavidJapanese]

these tips are fantastic, cheers

[@witandwire]

Thank you!

[@TheMindShifter]

This is so helpful. I took notes and added more details to my checklist. THANK YOU!!!!! I now subscribed!

[@witandwire]

I'm so glad it was helpful! Thanks for subscribing!

[@DeafManVinyl]

Exactly what I needed, delivered by a pro who knows her stuff! Thanks so much.

[@witandwire]

I'm so glad this was helpful!

[@Ngestetner]

great great, so informative. other videos on this topic push product & don't give you the information you need. this video is informative and to the point. thank you so much

[@witandwire]

Thank you! I'm so glad it was useful!

[@thrivingmoon7045]

Thanks for this video! So excited to launch my podcast this month. I’d be very interested to hear your perspective & insight into KZbin strategy for Podcasters. 💕 Grateful for you and hope your having a wonderful day

[@witandwire]

Great question! I didn’t previously recommend it for the short version, as it was a lot of extra work and rarely paid off (unless you were filming in person with guests, more like a talk show). However, KZbin just announced that they’re adding podcasts in a new way to KZbin music, so this might be worth exploring: www.theverge.com/2023/2/23/23611985/youtube-music-podcasts-background-listening Team Wit & Wire

[@DreamLauncherAcademy]

This was a really helpful video. I only wanted to know about Tip 4 but glad I stuck around until the end because you gave extra value that I didn't realize I needed. Thanks!

[@witandwire]

We're so glad it was helpful! And we're glad you stuck around 😊 - Team Wit & Wire

[@sarthakkaushik1158]

very complete video. Thanks for this.

[@witandwire]

I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@misswongs]

If my guest doesn’t have a computer and can only use their phone, what recording tool do you recommend? Zoom? Can I import the audio/video from Zoom into a video editing software? Also, I know many people use OBS for many different things, would OBS work in a podcast?

[@mrhobs]

This was very helpful and informative, thank you. I kept wanting to adjust your framing, but... I guess its fine. 😅

[@witandwire]

Glad it was helpful!

[@mrhobs]

@@witandwire 😃It 'twas!

[@kwillo4]

Sounds like good advice! I am just starting up. Thanks for doing this.

[@witandwire]

Thank you! I'm glad it was helpful!

[@chadhunsucker5907]

Great content! Can you add intro/outro music with Zincaster?

[@witandwire]

Great question. Zencastr does include some very basic editing features, and I do think you’re able to have a standard intro/outro saved to your account on certain paid plans. That said, I don’t typically recommend or use Zencastr for editing - just recording - so I’d check out Audacity, Hindenburg, or Descript (witandwire.com/descript)

[@WillVenusASMR]

This video has been SO useful! Thanks for sharing! 😀

[@witandwire]

Thank you! I'm so glad it was helpful!

[@zachariahmanyapye4758]

Awesome video!

[@witandwire]

Thank you!

[@Su-ym4mi]

Answered my questions. The structure of the content is neat. I plan to start a channel for interviews people’s stories. Video or podcasts, what do you think?

[@witandwire]

Great question. There’s no one right answer, since I think each type suits different types of creators. I’d ask yourself where you think your audience is most likely to go to find that type of content on that topic, and then I’d recommend a bit of competitor research. (Also, your preferences matter if one sounds more interesting to you than the other.) I hope that gives a helpful starting point!

[@FrankFreezy_]

Many thanks

[@witandwire]

You are welcome!

[@lauramarie6039]

Love this thanks! What about having my guest call in from their phone and I record via my Blue Yeti mic in Audacity? Would they need a mic or headphones if calling me from an iPhone or FaceTime?

[@witandwire]

Great question. If you record the phone or FaceTime call, it'll include both of your voices, which would make incorporating it with a separate Audacity recording of just you challenging. So for that reason, it's probably not a strategy I'd recommend. If you want to use just the phone recording, then it's up to you about how you want the audio quality to be on both ends, and if you want a mic for you or your guest. But as long as they don't try and use speaker mode, they shouldn't need headphones unless the mic on the headphones has better audio quality.

[@lauramarie6039]

@@witandwire thanks so much for taking the time to answer! Enjoyed your episode. :)

[@elizabethotterstetter7786]

I'm not sure if it's just changed since 2021 but Zencaster only has a 14-day free trial otherwise it's a paid subscription platform now.

[@witandwire]

This is true, Zencastr no longer has a free plan.

[@elizabethotterstetter7786]

@@witandwire any advice on current free options?

[@justinallen2036]

if using zencastr do both myself and my guest need a subscription?

[@witandwire]

Good question! No, guests do not need to create a Zencastr account to record on mobile. Instead, they simply download the app and join you from a recording link or 5-digit code that you send them.

[@atalkwithesy1070]

Am interested

[@witandwire]

I'd be happy to help with a little more detail as to what you're interested in!

[@docomedy1]

I have a microphone and apple headphone with mic - how do I use apple headphones on mac only for listening and not use its microphone ? Thanks

[@witandwire]

To change your microphone and speaker settings, click your profile photo, select "Settings" and then selecting "Audio." You can select a specific speaker for your microphone and speaker. For more step-by-step directions, we'd recommend this article: support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/7516716291597-Troubleshooting-speaker-or-microphone-issues-in-the-desktop-client - Team Wit & Wire

[@Sabsebakwaas]

I want to know if we do the same via phone

[@witandwire]

You may find it difficult using a phone. A laptop is recommended. Team Wit & Wire

[@jonesrandomknowledge]

I have Not interviewed anyone. Kinda nervous but willing to try one day. Also would like to say I Have been interviewed. The questions the interviewer asks the guest should be specific So the guest is not scrambling their thoughts on how to answer them. For me it was fine to be asked questions that I was given. But there's sooo many people who clam up when nervous. Hope this helps.

[@witandwire]

Interviewing definitely takes some practice, but I've really enjoyed it. Been very lucky to interview and meet such wonderful people!

[@Fulfill_Your_Potential]

I tried Zencastr, but it keeps shutting down on me when I record - chrome shuts down

[@witandwire]

I’m so sorry to hear you’re having tech trouble. We recommend reaching out to their support team directly, since they’re the only ones who would be able to take a closer look. But we hope they’re able to help you find a cause or solution.

[@najeebrown3555]

Mam I'm nervous because I'm scheduled to be interviewed for a remote radio podcast I have a laptop but I'm not tech savvy at all so they mentioned they would do it thru zoom so besides my laptop what do I need

[@witandwire]

Recording a remote interview can be nerve-racking. This blog might be helpful resource for you: 5 must-have tools for high-quality remote audio recording (witandwire.com/remote-audio-recording/) Good luck! - Team Wit & Wire

[@darkjosh1]

They removed zencastr free :(

[@witandwire]

Yes, their pricing options have recently changed.

[@omax-sy8xp]

Is the laptop built-in camera not a good option?

[@witandwire]

Great question. It depends on how new your laptop is and your personal preferences. (For some people, it might appear good enough. For others, the upgrade to an under $100 USD webcam will be a noticeable difference and improvement.) I’d test yours out and see what you think.

[@omax-sy8xp]

@@witandwire thank you for responding!

[@froehlichleben]

You're great, thank you so much!!

[@witandwire]

Thank you! I appreciate that!

[@vibeinaesthetic1671]

Wht if the other person is not having mic or headphones then how will I continue my podcast

[@witandwire]

Ideally, your guest should at least wear headphones with a built-in microphone, or they can use a phone to call into something like Zoom. But a USB microphone isn’t a requirement for guests.

[@Geno28]

Zencastr is free?

[@witandwire]

No, it's not free.

[@kierstencleckley1369]

Definitely interested in podcasting and YouTubing

[@witandwire]

That's awesome!

[@beachguy9999]

Thanks for this! For remote video interviews for KZbin (video showing host and guest), would you recommend Google Hangouts or Zoom? Isn't it easier to upload the video from Hangouts straight to KZbin or its pretty easy with Zoom as well

[@witandwire]

Great question! For most remote recording tools, the publishing process will be similar (you would need to edit the podcast and then upload the finished episode file to your hosting platform), but if you’re looking for a tool that can directly post to KZbin, you might be looking at Riverside (witandwire.com/riverside) or Ecamm (witandwire.com/ecamm); both of which have livestreaming functionality in addition to the option to download the audio/video files for editing. I hope that helps! Team Wit & Wire

[@BrookeBullmasterStewart]

Really great video! I love hearing about software and products I didn’t know about previously. Will definitely check out zen caster. Sounds great. So you don’t think we need to do the paid version of that? The free version is good enough?

[@BrookeBullmasterStewart]

By the way, my (new) podcast is DAR Today podcast. I am always searching for ways to improve the sound. It’s so frustrating! I love the sound of your mic. I might have to check out SHURE.

[@witandwire]

Thanks for sharing!

[@witandwire]

Thanks, I'm glad it was helpful! I would advise you to select the version that best suits your needs. Their free version provides quite a bit of options, but the functionality you're seeking will dictate the version you need. Hope this helps! Thanks, Team Wit & Wire

[@drjonathankatz]

@@witandwire Thanks so much for this superb tutorial. Jonathan Katz aka Dr. Katz: Professioal Therapist

[@everythinginbetweenpodcast1770]

When you record can you hear your voice and the guests voice in your headphones? If so how?

[@witandwire]

Great question. You should always be able to hear your guest in your headphones. But depending on the tool you use, there's usually an option to turn your own voice on or off. In Zencastr, it's under the "Settings" menu in a recording, and it's called "Monitor." I usually record with it off, but I always do sound checks before every recording. I hope that helps!

[@b.3824]

Hi! I have a question. Using Zencastr, if both of us are using headphones, will Zencastr record both video and audio of both the participants?

[@witandwire]

Great question! Yes, that's exactly right. For each person who joins the recording room, Zencastr will record their audio OR their audio + video, if that's what's selected. And everyone in the recording should at least wear headphones, or if you have one, you'd also use a microphone. (So if you're using both, the microphone would record your audio, an the purpose of headphones is to reduce echo from the other person's voice coming out of your computer if you weren't wearing them.)

[@victoriamoser]

Whoohooo 134 subs! Getting closer to the EOY goal 😃

[@witandwire]

Yes! Slowly making progress! ❤️

[@Geno28]

Would be interested in a KZbin tutorial. Thanks.

[@witandwire]

What tutorial are you looking for?

[@eliserose7113]

You said zencastr was free😭. Well apparently not anymore. I was excited about having two different audio clip

[@witandwire]

Yes, since we published this video 2 years ago, Zencastr has moved to a paid-only platform.

[@Feeble_me]

That’s a good video

[@witandwire]

Thank you!

[@GeorgeMike-lq4yq]

im confused because this doesn't look free anymore....

[@witandwire]

You’re right that Zencastr has changed their pricing since I originally recorded this video, but I’ll admit I haven’t found a great fully free option in the meantime. I’m guessing it will be tough to find since it’s an in-demand market, but if anyone has any recommendations, I’d love to hear!

[@yoursweetjeep3523]

EXTREMELY Well Articulated. Most women lose my attention within 15 seconds. I'm a new subscriber. Keep up the good work Missy.

[@witandwire]

Thanks for subscribing!

[@najeebrown3555]

I hop u see my question it's a great opportunity for me please help

[@witandwire]

Recording a remote interview can be nerve-racking. This blog might be helpful resource for you: 5 must-have tools for high-quality remote audio recording (witandwire.com/remote-audio-recording/) Good luck! - Team Wit & Wire

[@immigrationmentor]

45$ per month it cost now

[@witandwire]

Which tool?

[@pavelavietor1]

Hola can you define AMERICA saludos

[@witandwire]

If I understand the question, America is the same as the USA (los Estados Unidos)

[@pavelavietor1]

@@witandwire hola AMERICA IS NOT THE SAME IS THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AMERICA E PLURIBUS UNUM CONTINENTE INDIVISIBLE, you can prove me erroneous in a court of law if you can, saludos Ibera gracias por su elegante respuesta

[@DougGrinbergs]

Totally disagree about any old audio for guest! Audio quality more important than video! To wit: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Y4Gvfpx3Zp2neMU I stop listening to crappy audio podcasts, KZbin shows daily (but I'm a former audio recording dude).

[@witandwire]

That's fair!

[@HomebrewStew]

I see both sides on this one.

[@BobAnweave-b7q]

ugggh...why did I click this?????

[@mrhobs]

I don't know, maybe you were looking for some information?