How to Start a Podcast - Beginner Podcasting Tutorial

Want to learn how to start a podcast in 2022 fast and without overspending? I've published two of the most viewed podcasting tutorials on YouTube with millions of views, and I'm back with an updated version with everything you need in just one video. Here's how it's broken down:

0:00 Intro
2:27 The Only Equipment You Need to Start a Podcast
5:50 Recording Software
8:30 Your Podcast Details (i.e. show name, what to talk about, etc.)
14:23 Podcast Recording Tips
21:38 Publishing Your Podcast

Other items mentioned in this video, PART BY PART (some of the links below are affiliate links which means I get a little thank you money from Amazon or other companies. This is at no extra cost to you, however. Thank you in advance!)

1️⃣ The Only Podcast Equipment You Need 1️⃣ (2:27)

2️⃣ Podcast Recording Software 2️⃣ (5:50)

3️⃣ Your Podcast Details 3️⃣ (8:30)

🙋 In this section, I answer:

👉 What is your show about?
👉 How long should your episodes be?
👉 How often should you publish?
👉 What should the name be?
👉 What will your artwork for your podcast look like?

4️⃣ Podcast Recording Tips 4️⃣ (14:23)

For more tips and a cheat sheet, download the podcast cheat sheet here:

5️⃣ Publishing Your Podcast 5️⃣ (21:38)

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I hope you enjoyed this tutorial. Lots of work was put into it, so thank you in advance for the help with the affiliate links above, and for bookmarking and sharing this for future reference!

If you'd like to check out one of my online courses to help you even more with starting and marketing your podcast, you can find Power-Up Podcasting here, which has helped thousands of people earn millions of downloads with their shows:

Cheers, and here's to an awesome 2022 and the success of your show! Let me know what you think in the comments, and be sure to like this video if you found any value from it!

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[CalmingAnxiety]

For all those about to start or just discovering Pat and his wealth of knowledge. I took his advice just over 2 years ago. Now have a podcast in the top 1% globally, over 3 million downloads and now its own app. You can not go wrong following his advice .

[macyakoon]

The tip within tip #7.. making a loud noise or clapping when a mistake is made - genius! Thanks for sharing!

[jero]

I started my podcast Next to Me 3 months ago because of your videos. Now I have 9 episodes and I have so much fun every time I record one. It was a great decision and I wouldn’t have started without your videos so thank you very much!!!! I hope I stay constant in 2022 and I will try to post an episode every week!! And to everyone starting or with already a podcast I wish you nothing but the best ❤️

[gangliferedemption]

Watched previous videos you created and got the courage up to start my new Podcast Gang Life Redemption on YouTube, Spotify, Audible and Apple, now I’m going into 2022 strong. Thank you!

[keithbloemendaal]

Holy Crap Pat! I first discovered you back in maybe '09. I had lost my plumbing business during the crash and just about everything else. Taught myself to build a website with Wordpress, built one that sold fence products online and made good money off of it. I learned A LOT from you back then.

Fast forward 12-14yrs, I am back in construction and am a General Contractor now with a successful home building business. I've been tossing the idea around about starting a podcast aimed at contractors (maybe some realtor type stuff too) and cover marketing, SM, and even using AI to help your contracting business. In my searches, here I am. I watched the "Watch This Before Starting a Podcast" and nabbed your podcasting cheat sheet from there, and followed a link to this playlist.

First thing I noticed about you is the beard, and the gray in it! You were such a babyface back in the day. This is a compliment, not an insult LOL, I've got a ton of it in mine now and my daughter wasn't even in kindergarten then and she is graduated from high school and just turned 18 now.

Anyway, as part of my marketing plan this year for my own business, I have started acquiring stuff to get footage on job sites and new homes we are building. That includes a couple of GoPros (Hero 10 and 11) and a DJI Mavic 2. I've started collecting accessories for the GoPros and one important thing was a wireless mic. I went with the DJI Wireless Mic.

2 questions: For just starting out, with the right accessories, will the Gopros and the DJI mic suffice to get started, I am not broke and not afraid to invest in my podcasting business (that's what it is for me), but was curious on your thoughts.

As always, just like over a decade ago, thanks for always being so open to share information! Keep the beard!

[nancytomei]

Pat, thank you so very much! You are like one-stop-shopping for the beginning podcaster. I am teacher who has to retire due to a terminal illness, but I want to have fun and share my wisdom about raising and teaching children for the last 28 years. My cohost will be in a different state than I am. You made me feel more comfortable about setting up that equipment. Thank you again!

[shiftfitnessmassage]

Thank you Pat Flynn. Only 1 week ago I explored the overwhelming thought of a podcast. I began this video, ordered the products, created my artwork, description and content list while I waited. I unboxed yesterday afternoon and this afternoon have posted my 1st podcast on FB, Tweeter and updated my directories list. Your video does a great job of breaking the steps down into bite size accessible content. I will check back for more videos after I upload my next two podcasts on the schedule. Why? Because Shifts Happen!

[sylence.littleone]

I made a buzzsprout account using your affiliate! Whelp, now to upload my first podcast!!! Wooohooo

[canadareadsamericanstyle]

I've been podcasting with a colleague for a little over two years but she's moving on to new opportunities. I am keeping the brand and content, and your videos are extremely helpful as I make the transition. Thanks!

[dougscott]

I did some podcasting back in 2008 and 2009. I regret not sticking with it. That said it was painful to push them out with the feeds etc. other than smartphones that make listening super easy, the most magical development is the ease in which services like buzz sprout distribute the podcasts. Amazing.

[veroniqueleduc]

Ok, so I'm thinking about starting a PodCast...seriously, this is the first video I watch...I already have three pages of notes! I think I found my guy! Great content, love your style and what great content...I feel already ahead of the game! Thanks Pat!

[chericdesigns]

I don't plan on podcasting but am taking piano and voice again after 40+ years and the equipment and software info is so valuable! A mic set up I can afford! So glad I stumbled across your channel when looking for something else OR I should say glad I was LED to your channel - there are NO accidents! Thank you!

[PaulMurphyCEO]

Pat, thank you so much for this. I have been putting off my podcast for nearly 5 years and this New Years Day I will have been in business for 20 years, that will be my launch day.

[ggwppodcast]

Your video was a big part of my initial research before I did all the backend work to get the podcast properly structured, made, and distributed. You're the man!

[joywrenncreative]

This should be called the "Ultimate Guide for Starting a Podcast" because you covered everything I wanted to know all in one video! Thanks!

[VEFvan]

You are a gold mine 👑
Me and my wife want to start the first vanlife podcast in Romania, which will be recorded in a CamperVan and we learnt so much from your channel. Thanks a lot for that!
Keep up the good work, wish you all the best 🎛🎙🎧

[lunanarine]

Thank you soo much for your advice, I just started my podcast last week and I'm very lost until I found your channel. Thank you truly

[shariwa]

Most valuable, most genuine video I found on YouTube on podcasting. M starting my podcasting journey, and this is very very helpful. Thanks a lot

[weirdfishes]

I'm glad I found you. I'm going to do this. I fought through the procrastination and anxiety and you are helping.

[th_crappi_killr]

Hey Pat. Ive been wanting to start a podcast all year. Im going to follow your guide here and i promise if it works youll hear from me in a good way.