Ep 81: How Much Time Does it Take to Run a Podcast‪?‬ The Lazy Girl's Guide to Podcasting: Podcasting Tips for How to Start and Run a Podcast

In this episode, I am going to answer one of my most asked questions: How much time do I need to podcast? So this episode will answer that question and also give you some podcasting tips for your own process for running your podcast efficiently.
When researching an episode, I spend a maximum of 30 minutes gathering accurate information. My solo episodes run 10-20 minutes while my guest interviews last up to 60 minutes. I aim for a 1:1 ratio between recording and editing time. So if an episode takes 20 minutes to record, I'll spend 20 minutes editing it.
For promotional content, I lean on tools like Canva and Summarize. In about an hour a week, I can create social captions, graphics and short video clips. I'm most active in engaging with other podcasters on Twitter.
To interview guests smoothly, I set up automated booking links, research each guest beforehand, and prepare 3-4 potential questions. This prep ensures an on-topic, professional discussion.
Listen in for more tips to make your podcasting production process run as smoothly as possible.
Tools mentioned:
Lazy Pod Club - https://veritysangan.com/lazypodclubSummarAIze - https://veritysangan.com/summaraizeCanva - https://veritysangan.com/canva
Highlights:
The efficiency of the podcast recording processImportance of accurate information and quick researchDuration of solo episodes and guest interviewsTime requirements for editingBalancing recording and editing in podcast productionWorkflow for podcast editing and promotion
Timestamps:
00:00:00 Intro00:01:20 Podcast Recording Process Optimization00:02:28 Podcast Recording and Editing Insights00:03:29 Finding the Right Balance Between Recording and Editing Podcasts00:06:14 Managing Time for Podcast Production and Promotion00:07:43 Tips for Setting Up a Successful Podcast Guest Interview Process00:09:05 Tips for Running a Podcast Efficiently
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