Chapter 3. The Components of Your Podcast

When you listen to a great podcast, it feels like magic. A great podcast grabs the listener by the collar and doesn’t let go until it’s finished. The challenge of creating that kind of magic might seem daunting but it’s a lot like the old joke about eating an elephant: It’s a lot easier if you approach it one bite at a time.

Some of the elements described in this chapter will appear in every show you create. You’ll use others seldom, if at all. That’s okay but it’s still worthwhile to understand all of them. Think of these elements ...

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