I’m always on the lookout for budget-friendly microphones that will help you get started, but I’m also wary of things that are too cheap. As far as audio equipment is concerned, my general rule is that if it’s cheap, it’s probably poor quality. The Fifine Amplitank 3, though, did prove me wrong on this occasion, which was a happy surprise to me.

The desk stand versus boom arm debate is one of the most common questions I see from new podcasters and content creators, and the answer isn't as straightforward as most online advice suggests.

Some people swear by the boom arm. 

Others would rather a neat little desk stand.

After testing the Elgato Wave Desk Stand (provided by Elgato for review) and configuring studio setups for clients at Bamby Media for years, I can tell you exactly when desk stands work, when boom arms are the better choice, and what factors actually matter for your specific setup.

"You need at least 10,000 downloads per episode before sponsors will even look at you."

If I had a dollar for every time I've heard this in podcasting circles, I'd have enough to sponsor someone's show myself. This advice has convinced countless podcasters that monetisation is off-limits until they hit some huge download threshold that they might never get to. It's not just misleading, it's costing you money.

Recent data from The Podcast Study reveals exactly why listeners abandon podcasts, and the results had me nodding my head in agreement vigorously.

This comprehensive research into listener behaviour patterns is so valuable to every podcaster whether you’re an audio-only or video podcast. After analysing the findings of this study alongside our experience working with hundreds of podcast creators at Bamby Media, I can tell you the reasons people tune out are completely preventable - if you know what to fix.

Is Descript Rooms finally reliable enough to replace Riverside.fm and other platforms like it for remote podcast recording? After extensive testing with the Bamby Media team, I'm breaking down everything you need to know about Descript's updated remote recording platform.

In a world of doom scrolling and quick fixes, how do you get someone to actually stay on your content long enough to turn them into fans or listen to what you have to say?

One element that makes a huge difference is the music that you use in your content.

Music creates the vibe. It immediately gives the viewer or listener something to grab onto, and it sets them up for the experience that they’re going to have with your content. 

But here's the problem: finding music that elevates your content rather than making it sound like everyone else's is genuinely challenging.