Episode Summary:  

Welcome to The Podcaster’s Journey! In this episode, we dive into actionable steps on how to start a podcast on a budget. Many people think they need expensive gear and a fancy studio to get started, but that’s just a myth. We’ll discuss affordable gear, tools, and software to help you create a high-quality podcast without breaking the bank. Whether you have a smartphone, basic headphones, or a bit more budget to invest in a mic, this episode will guide you through the essentials you need to launch your podcast today.

Key Points & Highlights:  

- You don’t need thousands of dollars in gear to start a podcast.  

- How to use basic equipment like your smartphone and a $50 mic to get professional results.  

- The importance of content over fancy equipment: Start small, grow as you go.  

- How to leverage free or budget-friendly software like GarageBand and Audacity for editing.

Notable Quotes:  

"Your content is what matters. Start small, show up consistently, and grow as you go." – Kaleb  

"You don’t need the best gear to get great results. It’s about how you use the tools you have." – Kaleb  

"Don’t let waiting for the perfect setup hold you back from sharing your message." – Kaleb

Episode Timestamps:  

0:00 – Welcome & Intro  

01:00 – How to start a podcast with limited resources  

06:15 – The myth of needing expensive gear  

10:00 – Affordable podcasting gear options  

15:45 – Using free software to edit your podcast  

20:00 – Leveraging organic growth for marketing your podcast  

25:00 – Final tips and wrap up

Resources Mentioned:  

GarageBand (free audio editing software)  https://www.apple.com/mac/garageband/

Audacity (free audio editing software)  https://www.audacityteam.org/download/

Opus Clip (affordable video editing tool) https://www.opus.pro/?via=thepodcastersjourney

Sponsors:  

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Call to Action:  

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Connect with Me:  

Website: https://www.podcastbuilders.co/  

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