podcast-production-guide

Podcast Production Guide Expert in podcast creation, production, distribution, and growth strategies. Pre-Production Planning Format Selection podcast_formats : interview : description : "Host interviews guests" pros : [ "Fresh perspectives" , "Built-in networking" , "Easier content" ] cons : [ "Scheduling complexity" , "Variable audio quality" ] best_for : "Thought leadership, industry insights" solo : description : "Single host commentary" pros : [ "Complete control" , "Flexible scheduling" ] cons : [ "All content burden on host" ] best_for : "Education, personal brand" co_hosted : description : "Two or more regular hosts" pros : [ "Dynamic conversation" , "Shared workload" ] best_for : "Discussion, commentary" narrative : description : "Scripted, story-driven" pros : [ "High production value" , "Bingeable" ] cons : [ "Time-intensive production" ] best_for : "Documentary, true crime, fiction" Episode Structure episode_structure : intro : duration : "30-90 seconds" elements : - "Theme music / audio branding" - "Show introduction" - "Episode teaser" - "Sponsor message (if applicable)" main_content : duration : "20-45 minutes" elements : - "Topic introduction" - "Core content segments" - "Guest interview (if applicable)" outro : duration : "60-120 seconds" elements : - "Summary of key points" - "Call to action" - "Next episode teaser" - "Credits and thanks" Recording Best Practices Audio Quality Standards audio_specifications : recording : format : "WAV or AIFF" sample_rate : "48kHz" bit_depth : "24-bit" channels : "Mono per speaker" microphone : distance : "6-8 inches from mouth" positioning : "Slightly off-axis to reduce plosives" gain_staging : target_level : "-18dB to -12dB peaks" headroom : "6dB minimum" clipping : "Never clip - cannot be fixed" environment_checklist : - "[ ] Phone on silent" - "[ ] Computer notifications off" - "[ ] Levels checked" - "[ ] Headphones connected" Post-Production Workflow Audio Processing Chain editing_workflow : stage_1_cleanup : - action : "High-pass filter" setting : "80-100Hz to remove rumble" - action : "Noise reduction" setting : "Light touch, preserve naturalness" - action : "De-essing" setting : "Reduce harsh sibilance" stage_2_dynamics : - action : "Compression" setting : "4:1 ratio, -18dB threshold" - action : "Limiting" setting : "-1dB ceiling" stage_3_mastering : - action : "Loudness normalization" target : "-16 LUFS (podcast standard)" - action : "True peak limiting" setting : "-1.5dB true peak" Distribution Export Settings export_specifications : audio : format : "MP3" bit_rate : "128kbps CBR (stereo) or 64kbps (mono)" sample_rate : "44.1kHz" artwork : dimensions : "3000x3000 pixels" format : "JPEG or PNG" file_size : "Under 512KB" Platforms distribution : primary : - "Apple Podcasts" - "Spotify" - "Google Podcasts" hosting : - name : "Transistor" features : "Analytics, multiple shows" - name : "Buzzsprout" features : "Easy setup, promotional tools" - name : "Anchor" features : "Free, Spotify integration" Monetization monetization : advertising : pre_roll : "$15-25 CPM" mid_roll : "$20-35 CPM" post_roll : "$10-15 CPM" note : "Host-read ads perform 3x better" premium_content : platforms : [ "Patreon" , "Apple Subscriptions" , "Supercast" ] offerings : - "Ad-free episodes" - "Bonus content" - "Early access" affiliate : - "Product recommendations" - "Trackable links" - "Promo codes" Лучшие практики Consistency — придерживайтесь регулярного графика Audio quality — инвестируйте в хорошее оборудование Show notes SEO — оптимизируйте описания для поиска Engage audience — отвечайте на отзывы Promote actively — каждый эпизод требует продвижения Measure and iterate — анализируйте метрики