Whether you already have a podcast or are just getting started, incorporating video into your podcasting strategy is becoming more and more important.

So, how can you get started with video for your podcast without breaking the bank? I decided to share a bit of the bonus content that we have within our DIY Podcasters program to step you through our recommendations. We provide recommendations for video equipment that will give you a professional-looking video without overwhelming you with technical complexities.

As a podcast producer, I’m acutely aware of how crucial it is to have a reliable and high-quality microphone. As an avid user of microphones for over 15 years, first as a musician in the studio, and now in podcasting, I feel it’s my duty to give you some guidance and stop you from buying trashy equipment.

In this review, I will walk you through my experience with the Shure MV7, touching on its build quality, sound performance, and overall suitability for different recording scenarios.

What does it mean to “go pro” as a podcaster?

I was listening to a recent podcast episode of Modern Wisdom when I found myself pondering this question. It got me thinking about how many creatives I come across who dabble in their pursuits, but never fully commit. I’m not saying that’s a bad thing. But if you really want to see results, what got you to where you are, probably isn’t going to get you to where you want to go.

Podcasting is no different. In fact, any pursuit requires you to take more steps than perhaps you’re comfortable taking.

It’s getting to the pointy end of the year, and I want to help you answer a very specific question. Should you take a break from your podcast over the Christmas period or keep releasing episodes like clockwork?

Based on the statistics we’ve gathered, insights from trusted sources, download figures, and trends we've tracked from our client roster, my viewpoint on the topic for this upcoming year--2023, is quite different from previous years.

Today, I have the pleasure of introducing you to Arielle Nissenblatt, who wears many hats – she's the community marketing manager at Descript, the creative mind behind two fantastic podcasts, Feedback with Earbuds and Trailer Park, but I can’t stop there. Arielle also runs a vibrant, engaged Podcast Community on Discord which I have been a member of for quite some time. She also regularly speaks on stage about podcasting, and I’m thrilled I could pin her down to chat with me on this show.

I've got two fantastic microphones to pin against each other today. The Shure MV7 and the Rode PodMic. Why the battle, you ask? Well, these babies are essentially cut from the same cloth. They both offer the versatility of XLR and USB connections, and the price point is basically the same. Shure and Rode are both very well known in the microphone industry, and I felt like it was worthy of a good ol’ fashioned rumble!