The first time you shoot a basket, you wil probably miss. The 10th time you shoot a basketball you will probably be better.

Podcasting is not different. Just becuase you know that you will back from your 10th podcast and say, “yuck” when you listen to your first podcast doesn't mean you shouldn't record a podcast. You NEED to start a podcast, and all you can do is make it the best first impression you can.

Don't be one of these people who are constantly planning their podcast. Planning is important ( see www.planningyourpodcast.com ), but at some point you need to let people hear/view it.

My advice is to record a few test episodes, and let people voice their opinion. Then let it fly. The key is you've made a podcast and you've published it. Some people won't get that far because they get hung up on making it “perfect.”

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About the Author
Owner of the School of Podcasting. Also produces the "Ask the Podcast Coach." He is also the author of the book "More Podcast Money" and is a regular speaker at podcasting and media conventions.
2 comments on “Your First Podcast Always Stinks
  1. Tony says:

    Like this podcast cause I just put out my first podcast…I hate my voice but I knew I would…lol this is good info. Thankful that I have a media guy who helps me. Like to know what you think about it.
    Thanks Tony Ray
    keep up the good work.

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