How to Start a Podcast in 2026: Beginner Tips, Equipment, Costs & Growing an Audience

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That Don't Sound Right is a podcast about talking—the way we did before the internet, when you couldn't instantly prove anyone right or wrong and the best conversations happened face-to-face. Around here, curiosity beats certainty, stories matter, and everyone has something worth saying. Have you ever thought about starting a podcast but weren't sure where to begin? In this episode, Peter and Cecil share everything they've learned from producing hundreds of episodes of That Don't Sound Right. Whether you're dreaming of launching your first show or wondering what it really takes to keep one going, this conversation is full of practical advice and honest encouragement. The hosts discuss why the hardest—and most important—step is simply getting started, why your smartphone may be all the equipment you need, and how to choose recording gear and hosting platforms without spending a fortune. They also talk about publishing schedules, finding your audience, building consistency, avoiding common mistakes, and why chasing downloads or monetization too early can distract from creating a podcast people genuinely enjoy. Drawing from years of podcasting experience, Peter and Cecil explain what has worked (and what hasn't) while encouraging listeners to focus on authentic conversations instead of perfection. If you've been waiting for the "right time" to launch your podcast, this episode may be the encouragement you've been looking for. Because sometimes the best way to start... is to hit Record. #tdsrpodcast #ThatDontSoundRight #Podcast #Podcasting #StartAPodcast #PodcastTips #PodcastEquipment #PodcastSetup #ContentCreation #CreatorEconomy #PodcastLife #PodcastMarketing #PodcastAdvice #SmallCreators #YouTubePodcast #AudioPodcast #CreativeJourney Connect with us: 🧢https://tdsrpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com 🌐 Website 📧 Email: [email protected] 📷 Instagram: @tdsrpodcast 💬 Threads: @tdsrpodcast ▶️ That Don't Sound Right on YouTube Now on Substack at That Don't Sound Right Podcast!

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That Don’t Sound Right is a podcast about talking—the way we did before the internet, when you couldn’t instantly prove anyone right or wrong and the best conversations happened face-to-face. Around here, curiosity beats certainty, stories matter, and everyone has something worth saying. Have you ever thought about starting a podcast but weren’t sure where to begin? In this episode, Peter and Cecil share everything they’ve learned from producing hundreds of episodes of That Don’t Sound Right. Whether you’re dreaming of launching your first show or wondering what it really takes to keep one going, this conversation is full of practical advice and honest encouragement. The hosts discuss why the hardest—and most important—step is simply getting started, why your smartphone may be all the equipment you need, and how to choose recording gear and hosting platforms without spending a fortune. They also talk about publishing schedules, finding your audience, building consistency, avoiding common mistakes, and why chasing downloads or monetization too early can distract from creating a podcast people genuinely enjoy. Drawing from years of podcasting experience, Peter and Cecil explain what has worked (and what hasn’t) while encouraging listeners to focus on authentic conversations instead of perfection. If you’ve been waiting for the ”right time” to launch your podcast, this episode may be the encouragement you’ve been looking for. Because sometimes the best way to start... is to hit Record. #tdsrpodcast #ThatDontSoundRight #Podcast #Podcasting #StartAPodcast #PodcastTips #PodcastEquipment #PodcastSetup #ContentCreation #CreatorEconomy #PodcastLife #PodcastMarketing #PodcastAdvice #SmallCreators #YouTubePodcast #AudioPodcast #CreativeJourney Connect with us: 🧢https://tdsrpodcast-shop.fourthwall.com 🌐 Website 📧 Email: [email protected] 📷 Instagram: @tdsrpodcast 💬 Threads: @tdsrpodcast ▶️ That Don’t Sound Right on YouTube Now on Substack at That Don’t Sound Right Podcast!

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