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How to Start A Podcast [Step-by step 2024 update]

In this episode, I cover how your podcast ends up on Apple, Google etc, how long it takes and what you have to do! Plus, we’ll cover some easy pre-launch actions you can do to promote your new show whilst you’re waiting for directory approval.  

This episode's milestone:

The focus for this episode is to submit our podcast audio, be it your trailer or episodes or both, to Apple Podcasts and all the other major podcast platforms using Captivate! Head to page 17 of your Podcast Launch Accelerator crib sheet for full, step-by-step instructions.

How can you get the most out of this podcast? There’s a few ways. 

  1. Make sure you’ve downloaded your free podcast launch crib sheet. All of the episodes in this podcast mirror the checklist so you can follow along and apply your own ideas as we go. By the end, you’ll have a full, detailed podcast planned out, recorded and ready for launch. 
  2. Enroll on our Podcast Launch Accelerator course at podcastsuccessacademy.com. It’s completely free and includes over 5 hours of bitesize video tutorials, resources and recommendations to complement this podcast.
  3. Get involved in the Facebook community for live office hours every week. Remember, you're never alone in this process! Join the Podcast Launch Accelerator course to unlock access to our international community of beginner and pro podcasters, as well as live weekly office hours with the Captivate team. Get answers to your questions instantly, as well as vital peer support, feedback and advice from real podcasters like you.

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