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For a lot of new podcasters, the question that comes up the most is how much does it cost to start a podcast, and what equipment should you buy? So let's talk about that.

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

• Shure SM7B dynamic mic
• TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm
• Substack
• Boomcaster remote interviewing

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Join your host Danny Brown as he puts this week's 5 random questions to Izolda Trakhtenberg. Answers include aquatic cat adventures, the hypnotic effect of eyes, and a battle for dog supremacy. Let's jump in!

Answering the questions this week: Izolda Trakhtenberg

As a former Master Trainer for NASA, Izolda Trakhtenberg believes innovation isn’t just about the latest fad, it’s about creativity and collaboration. This refreshing approach has made her a sought-after speaker, workshop facilitator and coach for creatives and companies that want to be on the innovative cutting edge.

Izolda's Website

Izolda's Facebook group

Izolda's Facebook page

@izoldat on Instagram

@izoldat on X

Further reading for this episode

• Wild Tomorrow
• Happy Doggo | Fixing the global street dog problem

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

1. Shure SM7B dynamic mic
2. TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
3. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
4. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
5. JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
6. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm
2. Substack
3. Boomcaster remote interviewing

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

A question that often pops up is whether you can use processing effects while recording your podcast episode, or should they be added in post-production. So let's dig in.

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

• Shure SM7B dynamic mic
• TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm
• Substack
• Boomcaster remote interviewing

Leave a review:

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Join your host Danny Brown as he puts this week's 5 random questions to Tony Doe. These include a tech horror story, why he'd love to be splashing around with an umbrella, and the dangers of runaway media platforms. Let's jump in!

Answering this week's questions

Tony Onwuchekwa aka Tony Doe is an Audio Content Strategist, with years of experience On-Air, in Production And Management For Multi-Format Radio Stations, most recently at Wazobia 93.7 FM, Onitsha, where he led a team of on-air talents as Programmes’ Manager to top 3 status in the region, growing the audience share by 75% in 3 months.

Tony's Website

Further reading for this episode

• Tony (Tony Doe) Onwuchekwa | LinkedIn
• Into The Podverse | Tony Doe

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

1. Shure SM7B dynamic mic
2. TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
3. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
4. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
5. JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
6. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm
2. Substack
3. Boomcaster remote interviewing

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

When it comes to growing your podcast, there's a lot of advice around this - some great, some good, and then the rest. But in all honesty, there's only one real way to make your podcast grow.

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

• Shure SM7B dynamic mic
• TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm
• Substack
• Boomcaster remote interviewing

Leave a review:

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Join your host Danny Brown as he puts this week's 5 random questions to Joe Casabona. These include why he doesn't mind wet dog smells, why he wishes he could take back one thing he did in his younger years, and why his side of the fridge is the bad side. Let's jump in!

Joe is a podcast systems coach who helps busy solopreneurs take back their time. Some even say he perfectly blends content creation and technology like it’s the best cup of coffee you’ve ever had (he says that).

Joe's Website

@jcasabona on X

Joe on YouTube

@jcasabona on Instagram

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

1. Shure SM7B dynamic mic
2. TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
3. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
4. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
5. JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
6. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm
2. Substack
3. Boomcaster remote interviewing

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

A question I see asked a lot is whether you should use transcripts for your podcast, and if they're worth it because it just adds more to the production of an episode.

Here are two very simple reasons why you should, as well as a couple of options - free and paid - to add transcripts to your podcast.

Mentioned in this episode:

• Whisper
• Poddin

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

• Shure SM7B dynamic mic
• TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm
• Substack
• Boomcaster remote interviewing

Leave a review:

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Join your host Danny Brown as he puts this week's 5 random questions to Reena Friedman Watts. These include a poop-dropping neighbour from hell, why sharpshooting would be a valuable asset in an apocalypse, and if Jesus had modern-day lineage. Let's jump in!

This week's guest: Reena Friedman Watts

Reena is a television producer, podcast host and mompreneur, whose worked on reality TV shows such as The Jerry Springer Show and Court TV, and with guests such as Howard Schultz, Barbara Corcoran, and Derek Sivers on Cathy Heller’s Don’t Keep Your Day Job Podcast.

Reena's Website

@reenareena on X

Reena on YouTube

@reenafriedmanwatts on Instagram

Reena's Facebook group

Reena's Facebook page

Further reading for this episode

• Man's Search for Meaning by Viktor Frankl

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

1. Shure SM7B dynamic mic
2. TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
3. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
4. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
5. JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
6. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm
2. Substack
3. Boomcaster remote interviewing

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

Join your host Danny Brown as he puts this week's 5 random questions to Fuzz Martin. These include soundtracks to fight to, the person most likely to die by Fuzz's hand, and do rules equal the path to dictatorship. Let's jump in!

This week's guest: Fuzz Martin

Partner/Chief Strategy Officer at EPIC Creative. Host of Fifteen Minutes with Fuzz and Co-Host of the Tech Tools for Teachers Podcast.

Fuzz's Website

@fuzzmartin on X

@fuzzmartin on Instagram

Further reading for this episode

• Tech Tools for Teachers Podcast
• A Full-Service Advertising Agency | EPIC Creative
• Fuzz Martin - Yep, It's Fuzz Martin's Website

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

1. Shure SM7B dynamic mic
2. TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
3. Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
4. Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
5. JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
6. Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

1. Captivate.fm
2. Substack
3. Boomcaster remote interviewing

5 Random Questions is an entertainment podcast brought to you by Danny Brown.

If you enjoy the show, I'd love for you to leave a review and let other potential listeners know why they might want to check the podcast out.

And if you have friends that would enjoy the show, tell them they can listen for free on Apple Podcasts, their preferred podcast app, or online at 5 Random Questions.

Winner of the Best Interview Podcast at the 2025 Ear Worthy Podcast Awards.

All questions provided by ConversationStarters.

I saw a post on Reddit this week asking if you should use Substack as your podcast host. Here's what I replied with.

Note: these contain affiliate links, so I may get a small percentage of any product you buy/use when using my link.

My equipment:

• Shure SM7B dynamic mic
• TZ Audio Stellar X2 condenser mic
• Rodecaster Pro II audio production studio
• Sony MDR-7506 Studio Monitor Headphones
• JOBY Wavo Boom Arm
• Elgato Wave Mic Arm Low Profile

Recommended resources:

• Captivate.fm
• Substack
• Boomcaster remote interviewing

Leave a review:

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