YOUR PODCAST CHECKLIST
Here is a checklist of the systems you need to successfully publish your own podcast.
GETTING STARTED
- Decide what the podcast will be about by selecting your niche and topic
- Set a launch date
- Select a name for your podcast
- Publish and promote launch date on your social media platforms and among your contacts to keep yourself accountable
- Create a format for your podcast
- Get podcast training. Contact Julia for a 1-on-1 session
- Join podcasting groups online for additional support
RECURRING TASKS
THESE ARE THINGS YOU WILL BE DOING FOR EACH EPISODE THAT YOU PRODUCE
GUESTS
- Research information about potential guests in person or on social media
- Message potential guests with a request for an interview
- Collect important information such as name, email and time zone etc.
- Schedule guest interview using a scheduling app
- Send important details to guests via email. Some things to include are
- question prompts
- interview format
- Skype ID
- recording requirements
- Write guest introduction
RECORD
- Inform guests about typical housekeeping matters before you begin the interview. Some things to consider are
- Audio check
- Talking speed
- Background noise
FOLLOW UP
- Send follow up email with what your guest needs to know. Make sure to thank them for the interview as well.
EDIT
- Download the recording to your computer
- Block out a few hours for editing
- Major editing tools you will need
- Audacity or Garage Band App
- Podcast music
- Auphonic website
- Recorded intro, outro in mid-rolls
PUBLISH
- Create show notes
- Create podcast images
- Publish to your podcast host
- Publish on your website (optional)
PROMOTE
- Promote on your social media platforms
- Facebook Page
- Facebook groups
- Facebook Profile
- Instagram Profile
- Twitter feed
- via email
- ….any other platform
- Send images and link to your guest to promote on their platforms
- Send guests a guide on where to promote their episode
Happy Podcasting.
Contact Julia for a one on one training if you need extra help.