HOW TO CREATE & LAUNCH YOUR PODCAST!
- andrew cooney
- Sep 2, 2024
- 3 min read

As someone who has experienced the exciting journey of starting a podcast man times, I understand the mix of excitement and uncertainty that comes with creating your first show!
From understanding your target audience to recording that first episode, there are numerous steps involved in launching a successful podcast.
So I broke down the 23 steps blueprint to share exactly what to do to get your podcast planned, produced and launched!
If you want access to the Launch Your Podcast Guide that is your companion for the blueprint you can access it here
If you prefer to read, then here are the 23 steps laid out for you to follow!
PHASE 1 - SETTING FOUNDATIONS
Step 1: Define Your Ideal Avatar
Define who your podcast is for by using yourself as the avatar to list out your interests and struggles.
Step 2: Define the Dream Outcome
Define the ultimate dream outcome for your audience, focusing on the result they want to achieve.
Step 3: Define Your Why
Understand the deeper reason behind why you want to start a podcast, beyond just the metrics.
Step 4: Name Your Podcast
Decide whether to use your name or create a new name for your podcast, considering personal branding and topic focus.
Step 5: Create Channel Artwork
Design clear and clean channel artwork that represents your podcast visually.
Step 6: Define Number of Episodes
Decide whether to create consistent episodes or structured seasons for your podcast.
Step 7: List 10 Topic Ideas
Generate a list of 10 episode ideas to kickstart your content creation process.
Step 8: Purchase Key Equipment
Invest in essential podcasting equipment, with a focus on a good microphone for quality audio.
Step 9: Download Recording and Editing Software
Choose recording and editing software like Riverside for podcast production.
Step 10: Create a Podbean Account
Set up a Podbean account for hosting and distributing your podcast on major platforms.
Step 11: Create Social Media Accounts
Establish social media accounts for promoting your podcast, considering whether to create a separate account or use existing ones.
PHASE 2 - PRODUCTION
Step 12: Create an Outline for Your First Episode
Plan the structure and content of your first episode, including the introduction, main content, and conclusion.
Step 13: Create an Intro and Outro
Record an engaging introduction and conclusion for your podcast episodes to set the tone and provide closure.
Step 14: Record Your First Episode
Take your time to record your first episode, allowing for mistakes and ensuring a quality recording.
Step 15: Edit Your Podcast
Use editing software like Riverside to refine your podcast episode, removing errors and enhancing audio quality.
PHASE 3 - LAUNCHING YOUR PODCAST!
Step 16: Upload Your Podcast to Podbean
Upload your first episode to Podbean for distribution on major podcast platforms like Apple and Spotify.
Step 17: Upload Your Podcast to YouTube
Share your podcast on YouTube by creating a playlist for podcast episodes.
Step 18: Write Show Notes
Craft detailed show notes for each episode to improve searchability and provide additional information to listeners.
Step 19: Write a Title
Create compelling titles for your episodes to attract listeners and improve discoverability.
Step 20: Create Social Media Content
Develop engaging social media content to promote your podcast episodes and attract a wider audience.
Step 21: Publish Your First Episode
Make your first episode live on Podbean and other platforms to officially launch your podcast.
Step 22: Review and Optimize
Review your podcast launch process and optimize for future episodes based on feedback and performance.
Step 23: Celebrate and Share
Celebrate your podcast launch and share it with your audience, encouraging engagement and growth.
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