If you are thinking of trying podcasting for whatever reason, you are about to embark on a fun and possibly lucrative way of getting yourself heard on the 'Net.
Many people can do their own podcasting at home, and often do.
However, using some intermediate level methods can help improve your quality and your results.
Here are some intermediate steps to your podcasting.
Improving Your Recording You can do this one of two ways: you can ramp up your own equipment--which can cost a lot of money--or you can hire a recording studio to record and mix your final production.
If you have a musical group, you may want to consider the latter option.
Recording quality is crucial to podcasting, but especially to musicians.
Compression is going to remove some of that quality so do your best.
Hosting You also may be hosting your podcasting efforts at home.
If so, you know what a problem it can be if you use your internet for other things.
Check out some of the great podcast hosting services out there.
You might be surprised at the affordability and high bandwidth they have to offer.
The high bandwidth means that the sound will be good and the song or speech uninterrupted.
Check Your Recording Even if you use a service, you should still check your podcasting project often.
Make sure links work and quality remains high.
Listen to it to make sure your podcasting service is still offering the best possible outlet for your work.