First of all… apologies.
This episode contains actual advice… sort of.
A listener asked us to talk about microphones — the most over-Googled, over-YouTubed, over-affiliate-linked topic in podcasting. So today we’re doing something radical:
We’re simplifying it.
Instead of a Top 10 list.
Instead of a comparison chart.
Instead of a 47-minute deep dive into capsule patterns.
We’re answering the question:
Do you even need a microphone to start a podcast?
And if you insist on buying one… we give you exactly one recommendation.
No affiliate link.
No drama.
No endless options.
You’re welcome.
Samson Q2U USB/XLR Dynamic Microphone $99.99 US
Sennheiser XS Lav Omnidirectional clip-on lavalier microphone $69.00 US
For Real, Structured Podcasting Advice
If you’re new and want a step-by-step roadmap, check out Dave Campbell’s How To Podcast Series.
He recently released a 24-episode series covering what he calls the 24 Steps from Beginner to Pro, starting at Episode 574.
Find it at:
howtopodcast.ca
