The best free and paid podcast production software

As someone who has worked in podcast production for over a decade, at this point I can say I’ve tried pretty much every software there is. When I was thinking about the DIY podcasters among us, the question I posed myself was simple:Can you do a good enough job of recording and editing your podcast just with free tools, or is it worthwhile investing in a more robust paid option?Whether you're recording your first episode or ready to level up your podcast production game, I'm about to break down the real MVPs of podcast software - both the wallet-friendly gems and the worth-every-penny investments that actually deserve your hard-earned cash.In this episode, I’ll be breaking down the best free and paid software tools for podcasters currently available.While the podcast recording and editing options are quite vast, the trick is to find software that aligns with your needs and skills. Whether you're looking for a simple setup with GarageBand or Audacity, or aiming for full-fledged production powerhouses like DaVinci Resolve or Adobe's suite, there's something here for you.CHAPTER MARKERS00:00 Introduction to Podcast Recording Tools00:49 Free Podcast Recording Tools02:47 Using Your Phone for Recording03:52 Free Video Editing Software for Podcasters05:10 Paid Podcast Recording Tools08:32 Paid Video Editing Software09:13 Final Recommendations and Wrap UpRESOURCES MENTIONED:AudacityDescriptRiverside.fmDavinci ResolveBAMBY MEDIA LINKS:Podcast Content CalendarBook A ConsultationCustom Review Of Your Audio/EditYouTube ChannelGEAR WE USE HERE AT BAMBY MEDIA:SE Dyncaster DCM8Rode Boom ArmXLR CablesSony ZV E10Elgato CamlinkAputure Amaran 200d LED Video LightAputure Light Box MinPre-Amp/Mixers we recommendFocusrite Clarett+Rode Streamer XRodecaster Pro II<a...