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Want to start a podcast but feel overwhelmed by all the tech, tools, and steps? In this video, I walk you through how to start a podcast in 2025 — from idea to launch — using the exact process I teach inside my Emerging Voices Accelerator.
🎙 Tools I mention:
– Mic: Blue Yeti Nano
– Recording: SquadCast, Riverside, Descript
– Editing: Descript (text-based)
– Music: Epidemic https://share.epidemicsound.com/4906m4
– Hosting: Substack (for beginners)
Whether you’re creating a solo show, an interview series, or just want to explore your voice — this guide has everything you need to get started with clarity and confidence.
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### *🙋🏾♀️ Who am I?*
Hey, I’m Hiwote, but my friends call me Hiwi! 👋🏾
I’m a podcast producer, and I’ve worked on shows like *Where Should We Begin?* with Esther Perel, *This is Dating* (featured in TIME Magazine as one of the best podcasts of 2022), and other projects with brands like The New York Times, TED, and The Gates Foundation.
My goal? *To help aspiring podcasters gain the creative clarity and confidence they need to create shows that are as unique as they are.*
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### *Ready to start?*
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00:00 – Overwhelmed by Podcasting? Start Here
00:28 – Why You Can Trust Me (Producer Background)
01:26 – Step 1: Clarify Your Podcast Idea
02:31 – What Makes a Podcast Worth Listening To?
03:12 – Step 2: Write a Script or Episode Outline
04:47 – Why Structure Matters in Podcast Episodes
05:24 – Step 3: Record Your Podcast
06:34 – What Mic & Tools Should You Use?
07:36 – Should You Start a Video Podcast?
08:30 – Step 4: Edit for Clarity, Not Perfection
09:53 – How to Edit Like a Pro (Even as a Beginner)
11:04 – Adding Music to Your Podcast
11:37 – Step 5: Publish & Distribute Your Podcast
12:02 – Creating Podcast Cover Art
12:16 – What is a Podcast Host?
13:02 – Recommended Podcast Hosting Platforms
13:34 – Why Substack is Great for New Podcasters
14:15 – Build a Newsletter for Your Podcast Audience
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