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How to Start a Podcast in 2026 - Beginner Podcasting Tutorial

Pat Flynn

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Want to learn how to start a podcast in 2026 fast and without overspending? My previous YouTube tutorials have millions of views, but I wanted to make sure you had an updated version that also includes stuff about video podcasting as well!

0:00 Intro
1:24 Why You're in The Right Place
2:47 Part 1 - Equipment
6:36 Part 2 - Software
10:55 Part 3 - Show Strategy
21:00 Part 4 - Recording & Editing Tips
31:19 Part 5 - Podcast Hosting
42:49 Part 6 - Video Podcasting

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/// EQUIPMENT ///
Samson Q2U Microphone - https://geni.us/samsonq2uspi
Foam Ball + Shock Mount - https://geni.us/foamballq2uspi
Mic Boom Arm - https://geni.us/boomarmspi

/// SOFTWARE ///
Garageband - https://www.apple.com/mac/garageband/
Audacity - https://www.audacityteam.org/
Zoom - http://www.zoom.com
Descript - http://www.patflynn.com/descript

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20 Comments

@jimpoole6037 5 months ago

Thank you ! I am a physician starting a unique program dealing with the strengths of ADHD from a medical perspective and my 10,000 success stories over 40 years. I will start with the audio and then as soon as I can morph into the video. I am use to speaking in front of large audiences, major conferences, 70 parents twice a month conference, and saw 35 patients a day with a 93% success rate for improvement in life, grades, personal productivity.

@DeannaHaddad-j4z 1 year ago

This was great, thank you! I am an extremely hip & sassy sixty-year-old woman, who wants to invite other people to break down the stereo typical requirements society has put upon us. Also, the best part is that I am blind! I paddleboard, snow ski, and ride a one-wheeler skateboard. My hopes for my podcast, "The Blind Navigator" is to invite the blind community to take leaps of faith and discover what we CAN do rather what we THINK we can't. I will invite the sighted community to ask provocative questions about blindness and educate them about our similarities rather than our differences. Finally, encourage and empower other "mature" adults to live loud and proud! The problem is that I am a "Teck tard" and am having difficulties in understanding how to get my dream up and running! You have helped after watching the above video...thank you!

@joshclasher4047 10 months ago

I am thinking about starting a podcast, these tips are so helpful, I'm like a sponge soaking in the knowledge

@carolynburgess2423 9 months ago

I have recently decided to start a podcast. I know absolutely nothing about pod casting. After watching this video I realize a couple things... first from the down to the nitty gritty explanations of podcasting I am now confident in this attempt and follow through of my podcast, and 2 it is probably a little more complicated than I thought. Still: confident. Thank you so much for this confident and through video. I'm a little ways from actually getting mine up and running but when I do I will give you a shout out. Again, thank you.

@reijibelmont 4 months ago (edited)

I got to this video for the "how to make a podcast" and stayed cause "should i open it or should i keep it sealed" i recognized you immediately 😅

@BadHombreBurkey 7 months ago

Sir, I am thinking,,and from friends encouraging me, to do an actual podcast.
Thank you.
For me , it's all the stories, the truthful experiences, I have.
Dark and Light.

@BTC_Shaad 1 year ago

Pat, thank you so much! My wife and I have a podcast named Giving All My Experience (G.A.M.E). It is a real, faith-rooted space where my wife and I share honest conversations about marriage, money, mindset, and growth because healing starts with truth, and wealth starts in the mind.

@courage2speakout 11 months ago

This was very informative. I'm about to launch my very first podcast. I will be talking about serious topics on how we process trauma based-what we consider trauma, based on personal circumstances. Thank you!

@TheBusyDreamer 1 year ago

I’m starting The Busy Dreamer, leading by example and pushing through the doubt and challenges to go for my dreams. 😊

@IAMHEALTHYIAMHEALED 1 year ago

I AM HEALTHY I AM HEALED ( Podcast) ~ Celebrating Stories Of Healing !! THANK YOU FOR SO MUCH VALUE U ARE AN INSPIRATION PAT..

@JavaSteiger 11 months ago

This made my brain happy.

@shanti34567 1 year ago

Thanks for this I have a Youtube Channel already and am about to start a podcast. I like that you said “get to the point as soon as possible.” I groan and eye-roll when a host takes for-ever to get to the point, or takes too much time telling me what they are going to say. Just get to it! Fun, personable, storytelling, et al. YESC!

@homerellinger8295 1 year ago

Thank you. This whole thing is so intimidating, but you're a good teacher and it was easier to understand

@elliotwilsor 10 months ago

This video is pure motivation.

@glenkimsey7070 5 months ago

❤ Thank you so much for the information, I am going to be starting a podcast, and now have the confidence to pursue it, YEA!

@long-h7z 11 months ago

I’ve never seen it explained this way.

@NeededThisDave 7 months ago

Thank you for this, man! I really needed this today!

@donaldcooper5620 6 months ago

It was amazing watching Pat, AKA Deep Pocket Monster (you definitely should've opened it) explain how to start a podcast. I was completely invested. Thank you so much Pat! I love seeing how successful you are and how much you have helped me already!

@michellecxs 1 year ago

I am starting a podcast with my best friend and this video has helped a lot. Very clear and simple. Information fit perfectly into my adhd brain! thank you.

@BrendaDavis-1963 8 months ago

Hello, I came across your video cause me and my son are starting our own podcast. Still trying to get the equipment we need and sit in my room up yada yada yada thank you so much. I’m nervous.