You’re part of a remote team. What are the best podcast recording tools to use?

1 Choose your microphone

The first thing you need to consider when recording a podcast remotely is your microphone. You want to use a microphone that can capture your voice clearly, without picking up too much background noise or distortion. Ideally, you should invest in a USB or XLR microphone that is designed for podcasting, such as the Blue Yeti or the Audio-Technica ATR2100. These microphones are easy to set up, plug into your computer, and offer high-quality sound. Avoid using your laptop's built-in microphone or your phone's headset, as they will produce poor audio quality and make your podcast sound unprofessional.

2 Use a recording software

The next thing you need to decide is what software you will use to record your podcast. There are many options available, but some of the most popular ones for remote podcasting are Zencastr, SquadCast, and Riverside. These tools allow you to record high-quality audio from multiple guests or co-hosts, without relying on internet connection or bandwidth. They also provide features such as live chat, video conferencing, cloud storage, and post-production editing. You can easily invite your guests or co-hosts to join your recording session, and download separate audio tracks for each speaker.

3 Edit your podcast

Once you have recorded your podcast, you need to edit it to make it sound polished and professional. You can use a software such as Audacity, GarageBand, or Adobe Audition to edit your audio files, and apply effects such as noise reduction, compression, equalization, and normalization. You can also cut out any unwanted parts, add transitions, music, and sound effects, and adjust the volume and quality of your audio. Editing your podcast can take some time and skill, but it can make a big difference in the final result.

4 Host your podcast

After you have edited your podcast, you need to host it on a platform that can distribute it to your listeners. You can use a service such as Libsyn, Buzzsprout, or Podbean to host your podcast, and create an RSS feed that can be submitted to podcast directories such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher. These services also provide analytics, monetization, and marketing tools to help you grow your podcast audience and revenue.

6 Here’s what else to consider

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