Curious about podcasting but not sure where to start? This 2-hour podcast class gives you a real taste of the process. You will explore how successful podcasts are shaped, from finding your concept and audience to basic recording setups and hosting techniques. You will also get hands-on experience recording audio on professional microphones, so you can hear the difference for yourself. We will cover simple storytelling frameworks and what it takes to confidently launch and sustain a podcast. You’ll leave with practical insights, clear next steps, and the clarity and confidence to move forward with your podcast idea.

Course Outline:

• Understanding the podcasting landscape and defining your show concept
• Identifying your target audience and shaping your podcast format
• Introduction to recording equipment, microphones, and studio setup
• Hands-on microphone recording and basic performance techniques
• Structuring engaging episodes with simple storytelling frameworks

Learning Outcomes:

• Clearly articulate a podcast idea with purpose and direction
• Feel confident using microphones and recording audio
• Understand how professional podcasts are planned and produced
• Apply storytelling structures to create engaging episodes
• Know the essential steps to launch and sustain a podcast

What to bring:

• A laptop with the free recording software Audacity downloaded.
• A pen and paper if you want to take notes.
• Download link

https://www.audacityteam.org/download/