If I Started a Podcast in 2026, I'd Do this!

If I had to start a podcast from scratch in 2026 with no audience, this is exactly what I would do.
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0:00 How to Start a Podcast in 2026
0:28 Tip #1: Choose a Clear Niche
1:23 Tip #2: Define Your Show Identity
2:21 Tip #3: Lock in Your Show Format
3:49 Tip #4: Choose Your Recording Platform (Riverside)
5:49 Tip #5: Plan Your First 4-6 Episodes
7:08 Tip #6: Get a Better Microphone (Budget & Pro Options)
8:42 Tip #7: Consider Adding Video
9:35 Tip #8: Learn Basic Audio Editing (EQ & Compression)
10:37 Tip #9: Shoot for Vertical Video
11:16 Tip #10: Record Backup Audio
12:17 Tip #11: Batch Record Your Episodes
13:10 Tip #12: Invite Guests (Leverage OPAs)
14:02 Tip #13: Hook the Viewer Immediately
14:38 Tip #14: Build an Email List
15:28 Tip #15: Add Clear Calls to Action (CTAs)
16:23 Next Steps for Video Podcasting
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If I had to start a podcast completely from scratch in 2026 with no audience and no fancy studio, this is exactly what I would do. Most new podcasts fail because they skip the fundamentals. In this video, I break down 15 quick, practical tips to help you launch, grow, and win with your podcast this year.

We cover everything from the initial setup—like choosing a niche and defining your show's identity—to the technical side of recording, editing, and choosing the right gear on a budget. Whether you want to start a solo show, a co-hosted podcast, or an interview series, this step-by-step guide has you covered.

In this podcasting guide for beginners, you will learn:

Setup: How to validate your idea, choose a niche, and pick your show format.

Tech: The best budget microphones (under $50) and why you should add video.

Audio: Essential editing tips (EQ, Compression, Noise Reduction) to sound like a pro.

Workflow: Why batch recording is the secret to consistency.

Growth: How to leverage guests (OPAs) and build an email list from day one.

Marketing: The importance of "hooking" your viewer and adding clear CTAs.

Our mission here at Think Media is to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs go full-time doing what they love and making an impact through the power of video.

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