<human>:  How do I start a podcast?
<bot>: First, you'll need to decide on a topic for your podcast. Figure out what it's about and what type of content you'll be producing.2 Next, you'll need to record and edit your episodes. Choose a recording set up that suits your budget and time commitments. 3 Once your podcast is ready to go, you'll need to submit it to podcast directories such as iTunes, Stitcher and Google Play.4 Finally, promote your podcast. Social media and email are great ways to reach your audience, as well as creating a website or blog for your podcast.