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#CityTechSoundsGood - Podcasting, Turntables & Vinyl

This guide supports the American Library Association grant received by the library to support student podcasting as well as expand our collection of Latin music and spoken word recordings.

Editing

Editing

City Tech librarians suggest to use the following software for editing:

  • Audacity
    • Audacity is a freely available, open-source sound editing program. It can be used on Windows, Mac, and Linux based computers. While this is a bare-bones option, it’s one of the best podcasting tools for beginners looking to test out the medium.
  • Garageband
    • Garageband is pre-installed on Mac OS X devices, and can be downloaded on iOS devices (iPhone, iPads).

There are also a number of audio platforms that provide editing and podcast publishing (syndication):

  • Anchor

    Anchor is an all-in-one platform where you can create, distribute, and monetize your podcast from any device, for free or pay for premium features.

  • Buzzsprout

    Buzzsprout is a platform use to create a podcast. Users can use the free service or subscribe for premium features.

  • Canva

    Canva is an online graphic design program that can be used in a web browser. Podcasters can use templates to create graphics to promote their podcast.

  • Free Music Archive

    Free music to download music for your podcast. The music is licensed under Creative Commons.

  • Podbean

    Podbean is an "all-in-one" podcast recording and distribution platform. Users can use the service for free as well as pay for more premium features.

  • SoundCloud

    SoundCloud is a social media sound streaming service which can be used as a portable podcast recorder app and uploader. The library's podcast, City Tech Stories is hosted on Soundcloud

 

Editing Tips

Editing Tips

  • Edit for length
    • Podcasts come in a variety of lengths, where some can just be a few minutes to hour-long programs.
  • Edit for flow
    • Flow allows for a more engaging listening experience.
    • Edit the podcast so there is clarity and coherence so the story or message comes across to the listener.
  • Use music to enhance the podcast
    • Music is a great way to start or end a podcast. It can also be used as a break in between podcast segments.
  • Mix volume levels
    • Ensure volume levels are appropriate. Too loud of a podcast can be jarring and too soft can make the podcast difficult to hear.
    • Adjust levels so multiple hosts and guests be heard.