The Podcast Directory
Craft your podcast
Podcast Tutorials
Simple to build, customizable DIY 2″ acoustic panels. These are professional, studio grade absorption...
I go over the modules and features of RX8 Standard. It's a tool very useful for cleaning up audio.
Learn the features of riverside.fm, a very useful tool for remote podcast recording.
This video goes over EQ, Compression, Limiting and Loudness. More advanced videos will come but this will get you most of the way there!
Guides
Here's a free pitch deck template I made in photoshop for your podcast. It has all the info needed to pitch your show.
The definitive guide for starting a podcast from scratch. This includes everything from developing a concept to marketing.
Detailed tutorial on how to build acoustic panels to treat a room for reverb. Includes a cost breakdown, measurements and links.
Recording podcasts remotely is something you'll need to do often. Learn the different options and best practices
Plugins
dpMeter is a precise digital audio multi channel meter including RMS, EBU R 128, Dialog gated and TruePeak measurement.
$ Free
RX is a standalone plugin and VST to work in your DAW that repairs and cleans up audio. It really is an excellent piece of software.
$ 300
A plugin for measuring loudness of your podcast. This is something most new podcasters ignore.
$ Free
Adjusts vocal levels automatically saving you the need to draw level changeS in your DAW or ride faders.
$ 48
Remote Recording
DAW (Digital Audio Workstation)
Gear
$300
Really low noise level for an affordable audio interface. Comes with a free channel strip plugin. I use this one personally.
$200
Zoom's new portable recorder is their most appealing device for podcasters. All the functionality of a Rodecaster pro for 1/3 the price.
$130
High-quality desktop mic mount with built-in XLR cable. 360 degree articulating, spring loaded arm. Made with powder coated steel.
$400
Although it's a weird looking mic, the sound is neutral and rich in the mid range, making it an ideal microphone for recording vocals.
Glossary
Attenuates audio above a set frequency
Ads that stream after an episode finishes
Setting up your recording space to reduce reverb
Attenuate audio that registers below a threshold
Ads that stream before an episode begins
All your tracks combined into one audio file
Type of compressed audio file used to submit your episode
Boosts the gain and reduces the louder parts