● Resources

Gear & software we actually recommend.

What we point clients toward when they ask — hosting, mics, and the software in our own editing workflow.

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Podcast hosting

Our top 5 picks

1. Captivate

Podcast-first hosting built around growth tools — analytics, dynamic ad insertion, and a clean publishing flow.

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2. Blubrry

Reliable, long-standing host with strong stats and a WordPress plugin (PowerPress) if your site runs on WP.

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3. Buzzsprout

The easiest starting point for new shows — simple UI, one-click directory submission, solid free tier.

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4. Podbean

Good value at scale, with built-in monetization options if you're planning to run ads or a paid tier.

Visit Podbean →

5. Libsyn

One of the oldest hosts in podcasting — proven infrastructure, though the interface shows its age.

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Gear

What’s on the desk

Shure MV7

USB/XLR hybrid mic — start plug-and-play over USB, add an audio interface later without buying a new mic.

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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x

Closed-back monitoring headphones — the standard reference pair for hearing exactly what you're recording.

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Samson MBA38 Boom Arm

Sturdy desk-clamp boom arm with internal cable routing — keeps your mic positioned without cluttering the desk.

View Samson MBA38 →

Fifine BM88 Boom Arm

Budget-friendly alternative boom arm — solid build quality if you're not ready to spend Samson money yet.

View Fifine BM88 →

Ulanzi D200X

Compact key light for video podcasts — enough output for a clean on-camera look without a full studio setup.

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Ulanzi D100H Dial

On-camera light with a physical dial for quick brightness/temperature adjustments mid-recording.

View Ulanzi D100H →

Software

What’s in our workflow

Descript

Edit audio like a text document — delete a word from the transcript and it cuts it from the recording.

Visit Descript →

Auphonic

Automated leveling, noise reduction, and loudness normalization — a strong first pass before manual cleanup.

Visit Auphonic →

Riverside.fm

Remote recording that captures separate local tracks per guest, so a bad connection doesn't ruin the audio.

Visit Riverside.fm →

Ecamm Live

Mac-based live production and recording — useful if you're running a video podcast with multiple sources/scenes.

Visit Ecamm Live →

MacWhisper

Fast, local, offline transcription for Mac — useful for a quick transcript pass without uploading audio anywhere.

Visit MacWhisper →

Books

What we’re reading

Placeholder — swap these three for your actual picks whenever you’re ready.

Profit from Your Podcast

You can make money with your podcast and this book will show you how.

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Podcasting For Dummies

Another helpful guide that is simple, easy to understand reference.

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NPR's Podcast Start Up Guide

Well rounded help guide that takes you from conception to creation, to launch.

View on Amazon →

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