Podcast on a Budget: 11 Things I’m Not Spending Money on in 2025 for the Podcast and 4 That I Am
Running a podcast on a budget can often feel like a mammouth task. There always seems to be something else that you can spend money on that promises to improve or grow your show. Recently, my YouTube algorithm has been bombarding me with videos on what people aren’t spending money on in 2025. Inspired by this trend, I’ve decided to reflect on what I’ll be saving on for my podcast. If you’re wondering how to start a podcast on a low budget or which expenses are unnecessary, this post is for you. Let’s explore the things you don’t need to run your podcast and answer the question: What do you…
AI in Podcasting: Captivate Spark Full Review
Captivate Spark is the latest AI podcasting tool that has come to us from Captivate.fm. AI is everywhere at the minute and it seems impossible to go onto social media or YouTube without some AI tool or another being thrown at you. But how can you use AI in podcasting? Whether you’re a new podcaster trying to find your feet or a seasoned pro wondering if AI could streamline your workflow, this post is for you. If you’ve listened to my podcast, you know I’ve been using Captivate.fm as my hosting platform. When they released Captivate Spark, I had to try it. It promised so much and the pricing structure…
Podcasting on a Budget: How I Slashed My Podcasting Costs by 65%
Podcasting doesn’t have to break the bank. In fact, it can be a relatively affordable hobby if you’re mindful about your spending. In this post, I’ll walk you through how I reduced the running costs of my podcast, The Lazy Girl’s Guide to Podcasting, by a whopping 65%. Let’s dive into the details and the strategies I used to save money while maintaining the quality of my show. You Don’t Need an Expensive Setup to Succeed Before diving into the nitty-gritty of cutting costs, let’s address one of the biggest myths in podcasting: the idea that you need an expensive setup to achieve amazing results. The truth is, you don’t.…
Is Individual Podcast Episode Artwork Worth The Effort?
If you’ve been podcasting for a while, you may remember when Apple Podcasts announced this “podcast episode artwork” functionality back in 2023. The idea was that in addition to your overall podcast artwork, you could upload a separate 3000×3000 pixel thumbnail image for each new episode. Sounds great, right? At the time, I was worried that this was just Apple Podcast’s way of turning into YouTube, and I’ll admit that I had split opinions on the point of this new feature. On the one hand, having individual podcast episode world would then show up as a little visual preview whenever someone browses your podcast feed on Apple Podcasts or other…
How to Start a Podcast with No Audience in 2025
Launching a successful podcast requires planning and effort. Learn how to start a podcast with no audience with this step-by-step guide that covers ideation, equipment, hosting, recording, promotion, and more.
Changing Podcast Host: How to Change Your Podcast Hosting Platform
Want to change your podcast hosting platform? Learn how to seamlessly transfer your podcast to a new host with this easy-to-follow guide.
How to Start and Run a Podcast
