In this episode of the podcast learn how to get started with podcast interviews. We talk about the equipment you need in place so that you sound and look clear and professional, and how to select which podcasts to pitch to.
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Hello and welcome to today’s episode of the Best Guest Podcast where we’re going to talk about what equipment you need in place before you start getting booked as a guest on podcasts and then how you find podcasts that are a good fit for you.
Before you begin pitching podcasts you need to make sure you have the right equipment in place so you’re ready to go when those Yes’s start rolling in.
This is one of the first things we cover with our clients so that they look and sound professional. Yes I did say look as more and more hosts are using video as well as audio. It’s worth getting this part right.
Imagine putting all that effort into booking, preparing for and recording a podcast interview only to have the sound quality so poor that the host can’t use the show. Not only is it a waste of your time but also theirs. Remember, Podcast interviews not only offer you the opportunity to connect and share your message with your target audience but they also offer the chance to build a relationship with the host.
And hosts invest their time and money into their podcasts. They’re dedicated to growing their audience and showing up regularly with great content, so you want to respect their time and the opportunity they’re giving you.
If your interview goes well, the host may invite you back on the show, recommend you to other podcast hosts or become a client so you want to maximise your interview.
One easy way you can do that is to invest in good equipment. This way you’ll be ahead before you even begin.
The good news is that decent equipment doesn’t have to cost a fortune.
There are lots of great options out there but I’m going to focus on the equipment we use or that’s been recommended to us by podcast hosts.
Do not be tempted to use your computer’s in-built microphone. It’s just not good enough. Get yourself an external microphone.
I use the Blue Yeti. It’s a condenser microphone so I set it up on the cardioid recording mode which is perfect for podcasting as you can speak in front of the microphone and it won’t pick up the sounds at the back.
Dynamic microphones eliminates background noise and just picks up your voice. Audio Technica and Rode offer some popular choices among podcasters.
So that’s microphones. Now headphones. Some of our clients wince a little when we tell them that they must wear them especially when the podcast is video not just audio.
But it’s so important for sound quality. Without headphones the listeners may hear an echo or feedback.⠀It doesn’t matter what kind of headphones you use. Choose the kind you find most comfortable. ⠀If you’re worried about your hair wear earphones, just make sure they’re not turned up too loud so the sound doesn’t go back into the microphone.
As we’ve mentioned some podcasts include a video element. Make sure you clarify this before your interview. There’s nothing...
