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[00:00:00] Welcome back to Learn to Podcast the show that will teach you everything you need to know to grow, create, and monetize a successful. A podcast. I am your host, Scott Wyden Kivowitz in this episode, we're going to talk about the technical basics of podcasting, including essential equipment, recording and editing software and setting up your podcasting space.

[00:00:45] Essential podcasting equipment
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[00:00:45] Now the essential podcast equipment you need includes a microphone. That is the most important piece of equipment, as it will determine the quality of your audio recordings. You can use a [00:01:00] USB microphone or an XLR microphone. Headphones. You need headphones to monitor your audio while you are recording, and or editing. A recording device. You can use your computer. A digital audio recorder or mixer. A smartphone. Can you even record your podcast. And of course you need a podcast hosting platform. This is where you will upload your podcast episodes as either audio or video files. And this is where people can actually find your podcast, and listen to it.

[00:01:38] Recording and editing software
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[00:01:38] Now there is recording and editing software. There are many different recording and editing software programs available. Some are free. Some are paid, some are downloaded software, some are through the browser. Some of the popular options include Audacity GarageBand, Adobe Audition, [00:02:00] Riverside FM, SquadCast, Zencastr and Hindenburg. Recording and editing software will allow you to clean up your audio recordings, remove unwanted noise and add music and sound effects. Personally, I use a combination of Riverside FM, SquadCast, and Descript in order to record, depending on the show, and edit my podcast.

[00:02:28] Setting up your podcasting space
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[00:02:28] Now your podcasting space should be quiet. And free from distractions. You should also have good lighting and a very comfortable chair. Well that's. If you're sitting. If you are recording with guests. You may want to invest in pop filters and shock mounts and just sound dampening. And of course, even better headphones than just the ones that come with your phone.

[00:02:57] You need to reduce as much background [00:03:00] noise and potential reverb and echo from your conversations. Having the right equipment and software is essential for creating high quality podcast episodes. By following the tips. In this episode, you can set up your podcast base and get started recording. I encourage you to invest in some essential podcasting equipment and software. Then start recording and editing your podcast episodes. Now, if you go to the show notes for this episode, just go to learntopod.com. You will find a link to all of the juicy details about the equipment and software that I use and recommend for you to get started with your show. Thank you for listening. And I look forward to joining you on this journey to podcasting success.