Podcasting for Authors

Now that you’ve recorded your first episode, we now move into the post-production phase, which includes:

Audio editing

Audio processing (mixing and mastering)

Writing show notes

Creating graphics

Promotion via social media, email, etc.

In this episode, I’m going to focus on the audio editing and processing aspects of this. In the next episode, I share some things you can do regarding promotion, which will touch on show notes and graphics as well.

Today, we’ll be talking about the actual recording process, including your recording environment and mic technique.

I have heard of many people getting into podcasting and jump in, buying a ton of expensive equipment. While I can admire the desire to get “the best” right away, many times it’s not necessary. Hopefully, I can help give you a better understanding of what is available and what you might actually need.

We’ll finally jumping into actually prepping for your first podcast episode. Preparing for a podcast episode is probably similar to work that you do as an author, so you should be able to translate your current skills easily. Of course, the things we cover today will also help you as you prepare all your future episodes.

Today, we’ll be exploring different formats you can choose from for your podcast.

There are a couple basic options:

Solo show

Interview show

Co-host show

Round-table

Welcome to the second episode of Podcasting for Authors. In the last episode, we covered a lot of the basics - and mostly mental exercises. We looked at the importance of knowing your audience, your why, your goal, and brainstorming for your topic.

Today, we’ll be looking at your podcast title, cover artwork, and media hosting options.

Welcome to the first episode of Podcasting for Authors. This first season will have 10 episodes. Most people looking into podcasting usually want to look at and talk about the tech aspects:

Microphones

Mixers

Software

Other gadgets

We will definitely cover these in future episodes, but the best place to start is with brainstorming and mental preparation. As an author, you may already have some of these in place, but it’s best to check it anyway rather than to assume something and be wrong.

Whether you are publishing independently or through a publishing company, you need to be continually expanding your reach. Podcasting is a fantastic way to bring your knowledge and influence, engage your audience on a regular basis, and drive sales for your current and future books.