How do you start a podcast (and should you)?

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The medium of podcasting has grown enormously in the past few years. How do you get started? And is it really right for you? Being veterans of the podcasting game, Jim and Mike field questions from listeners such as: How much does it cost to get started? What are the tech requirements? Are podcasting and YouTube really all that different? How do you keep a consistent release schedule? How do you differentiate yourself from the crowd? How do you know when it’s time to move on? Here’s the basic podcasting course that Jim used to get started in 2013. Support for this episode comes from Warby Parker! Check out the Free Home Try-On program. Order 5 pairs of glasses and try them on for 5 days -- there is no obligation to buy! Ships free and includes a pre-paid return shipping label. Head to warbyparker.com/FACTS to order your free Home Try-On. Take the quiz to find a pair that is perfect for you today! Support for this episode also comes from Gainful.com! Gainful is a subscription protein service that helps you find the best blend for your goals…and provides a registered dietician to help you meet those goals. We really want you to get your own personalized protein powder from Gainful, so we’ve arranged a Special Offer for our listeners. Get $15 OFF your first month of personalized protein ONLY when you go to gainful.com/facts Hosted by Mike Farr (@silentmikke) and Jim McDonald (@thejimmcd). Produced by Jim McDonald Production assistance by Connor O’Neal. Theme by Aaron Moore. Branding by Joseph Manzo.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/50-facts--5538735/support.

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The medium of podcasting has grown enormously in the past few years. How do you get started? And is it really right for you? Being veterans of the podcasting game, Jim and Mike field questions from listeners such as: How much does it cost to get...

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