{ "batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "articles": [ { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_spotify_spp_eligibility_basics", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Spotify Partner Program: Eligibility to apply: hosting and episode count", "summary": "To apply for the Spotify Partner Program, a show must be hosted on Spotify for Creators and have published at least 3 episodes.", "body": "To apply for the Spotify Partner Program, a show must be hosted on Spotify for Creators and have published at least 3 episodes.\n\nWhat Spotify actually says:\n\n“Host your show on Spotify for Creators … Have published at least 3 episodes”\n\nNote: Megaphone users go through their representative. Shows on other hosts are told to ask their provider.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.spotify.com/us/creators/article/spotify-partner-program/", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Spotify", "evidence_quote": "Host your show on Spotify for Creators … Have published at least 3 episodes", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Spotify Partner Program", "topic": "Eligibility to apply: hosting and episode count", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Legal address in an eligible market is also required (US, CA, UK, AU, NZ and listed European countries per page table; m", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us", "uk", "eu", "ca", "au" ], "platform": "spotify", "topic": [ "access.signup", "access.geo" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_spotify_spp_eligibility_audience", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Spotify Partner Program: Eligibility to apply: audience thresholds", "summary": "The Spotify Partner Program requires at least 2,000 consumption hours and at least 1,000 audience count on Spotify in the last 30 days.", "body": "The Spotify Partner Program requires at least 2,000 consumption hours and at least 1,000 audience count on Spotify in the last 30 days.\n\nWhat Spotify actually says:\n\n“Hit at least 2,000 consumption hours on Spotify in the last 30 days … Hit at least 1,000 audience count on Spotify in the last 30 days”\n\nNote: The page says the criteria may change at any time.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.spotify.com/us/creators/article/spotify-partner-program/", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Spotify", "evidence_quote": "Hit at least 2,000 consumption hours on Spotify in the last 30 days … Hit at least 1,000 audience count on Spotify in the last 30 days", "volatility": "high", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Spotify Partner Program", "topic": "Eligibility to apply: audience thresholds", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Eligible markets only", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us", "uk", "eu", "ca", "au" ], "platform": "spotify", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_spotify_spp_stay_active", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Spotify Partner Program: Staying eligible (activity and minimum earnings)", "summary": "To stay in the Spotify Partner Program, a show must publish an episode and earn at least $10 in any given 6 month period.", "body": "To stay in the Spotify Partner Program, a show must publish an episode and earn at least $10 in any given 6 month period.\n\nWhat Spotify actually says:\n\n“to continue to remain eligible to participate in the Spotify Partner Program on Spotify for Creators, in addition to the above, your show must, in any given 6 month period, have published an episode and have earned at least $10.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.spotify.com/us/creators/article/spotify-partner-program/", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Spotify", "evidence_quote": "to continue to remain eligible to participate in the Spotify Partner Program on Spotify for Creators, in addition to the above, your show must, in any given 6 month period, have published an episode and have earned at least $10.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Spotify Partner Program", "topic": "Staying eligible (activity and minimum earnings)", "applies_to_country": "*", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us", "uk", "eu", "ca", "au" ], "platform": "spotify", "topic": [ "rules.enforcement", "money.payout" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_spotify_subscriptions_eligibility", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Eligibility to set up paid subscriptions", "summary": "Setting up Spotify for Creators Subscriptions requires at least 2 published episodes and an audience of at least 100 Spotify users in the last 30 days.", "body": "Setting up Spotify for Creators Subscriptions requires at least 2 published episodes and an audience of at least 100 Spotify users in the last 30 days.\n\nWhat Spotify actually says:\n\n“You need to have at least 2 published episodes and an audience of at least 100 Spotify users in the last 30 days in order to begin setting up Subscriptions.”\n\nNote: Podcast Subscriptions becomes Memberships on October 20th, 2026 (see fee schedule page). This threshold may change.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.spotify.com/us/creators/article/setting-up-subscriptions/", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Spotify", "evidence_quote": "You need to have at least 2 published episodes and an audience of at least 100 Spotify users in the last 30 days in order to begin setting up Subscriptions.", "volatility": "high", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Spotify for Creators Subscriptions", "topic": "Eligibility to set up paid subscriptions", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Available markets listed on page include US, CA, UK, AU, NZ, HK, SG and many EU countries", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us", "uk", "eu", "ca", "au" ], "platform": "spotify", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_apple_connect_account_requirements", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Apple Podcasts Connect: Account prerequisites", "summary": "An Apple Podcasts Connect account needs an Apple Account with two-factor authentication, and the account must be activated by adding a valid payment method.", "body": "An Apple Podcasts Connect account needs an Apple Account with two-factor authentication, and the account must be activated by adding a valid payment method.\n\nWhat Apple actually says:\n\n“Create an Apple Account or use an existing Apple Account enabled with two-factor authentication. … Verify that your account is fully activated by adding a valid payment method. You won't be charged until you make a purchase.”\n\nNote: The account is set up as Individual (including sole proprietor) or Company.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://podcasters.apple.com/support/827-create-an-account", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Apple", "evidence_quote": "Create an Apple Account or use an existing Apple Account enabled with two-factor authentication. … Verify that your account is fully activated by adding a valid payment method. You won't be charged until you make a purchase.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Apple Podcasts Connect", "topic": "Account prerequisites", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Managed Apple Accounts cannot be used", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "applepodcasts", "topic": [ "access.signup", "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_apple_submit_rss_and_review", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "How shows get onto Apple Podcasts", "summary": "Shows reach Apple Podcasts either through an RSS feed from a third-party host or, for Apple Podcasters Program members, by being created in Apple Podcasts Connect, and every show must pass technical validation and review.", "body": "Shows reach Apple Podcasts either through an RSS feed from a third-party host or, for Apple Podcasters Program members, by being created in Apple Podcasts Connect, and every show must pass technical validation and review.\n\nWhat Apple actually says:\n\n“You can submit a show to Apple via an RSS feed that’s hosted by a third-party hosting provider, or you can participate in the Apple Podcasters Program and create a show in Apple Podcasts Connect. … All shows must pass technical validations and a review process before they’re made available on Apple Podcasts.”\n\nNote: The page says Apple recommends using a third-party hosting provider.", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://podcasters.apple.com/support/897-submit-a-show", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Apple", "evidence_quote": "You can submit a show to Apple via an RSS feed that’s hosted by a third-party hosting provider, or you can participate in the Apple Podcasters Program and create a show in Apple Podcasts Connect. … All shows must pass technical validations and a review process before they’re made available on Apple Podcasts.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Apple Podcasts", "topic": "How shows get onto Apple Podcasts", "applies_to_country": "*", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "applepodcasts", "topic": [ "access.signup", "craft.posting" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_apple_podcasters_program_required_for_sales", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Apple Podcasters Program: Membership and tax forms required to sell subscriptions", "summary": "Selling subscriptions on Apple Podcasts and receiving payments from Apple requires Apple Podcasters Program membership, and U.S. tax forms are required.", "body": "Selling subscriptions on Apple Podcasts and receiving payments from Apple requires Apple Podcasters Program membership, and U.S. tax forms are required.\n\nWhat Apple actually says:\n\n“To sell subscriptions on Apple Podcasts and receive payments from Apple, you must be a member of the Apple Podcasters Program. … U.S. tax forms are required, and tax forms for additional countries may be required.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://podcasters.apple.com/support/883-agreements", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Apple", "evidence_quote": "To sell subscriptions on Apple Podcasts and receive payments from Apple, you must be a member of the Apple Podcasters Program. … U.S. tax forms are required, and tax forms for additional countries may be required.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Apple Podcasters Program", "topic": "Membership and tax forms required to sell subscriptions", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Tax forms for other countries may also be required. EU sellers must also declare DSA trader status.", "tags": { "lane": "subscription_sfw", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "applepodcasts", "topic": [ "access.signup", "money.tax" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_youtube_ypp_eligibility_thresholds", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "YouTube Partner Program: Eligibility thresholds", "summary": "A channel becomes eligible for the YouTube Partner Program with 1,000 subscribers plus either 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months or 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.", "body": "A channel becomes eligible for the YouTube Partner Program with 1,000 subscribers plus either 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months or 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.\n\nWhat YouTube (Google) actually says:\n\n“Get 1,000 subscribers with 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months, or … Get 1,000 subscribers with 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.”\n\nNote: Other requirements: 2-Step Verification, no active Community Guidelines strikes, an AdSense for YouTube account. Review typically takes about 1 month. The page says updated YPP terms must be accepted by January 31, 2027 (in effect February 1, 2027).", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/72851?hl=en", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "YouTube (Google)", "evidence_quote": "Get 1,000 subscribers with 4,000 qualified watch hours in the last 12 months, or … Get 1,000 subscribers with 10 million qualified Shorts views in the last 90 days.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube Partner Program", "topic": "Eligibility thresholds", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Only in countries/regions where YPP is available", "tags": { "lane": "streaming", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_youtube_podcast_format", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "How podcasts are structured on YouTube", "summary": "On YouTube a podcast show is a playlist and each episode is a video, and MP3s cannot be turned into YouTube podcasts.", "body": "On YouTube a podcast show is a playlist and each episode is a video, and MP3s cannot be turned into YouTube podcasts.\n\nWhat YouTube (Google) actually says:\n\n“On YouTube, a podcast show is a playlist, and podcast episodes are videos in that playlist. … MP3s can’t be turned into podcasts on YouTube.”\n\nNote: Audio-first shows can use RSS ingestion instead (see youtube.podcast.rss_rules).", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/12751636?hl=en", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "YouTube (Google)", "evidence_quote": "On YouTube, a podcast show is a playlist, and podcast episodes are videos in that playlist. … MP3s can’t be turned into podcasts on YouTube.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube Podcasts", "topic": "How podcasts are structured on YouTube", "applies_to_country": "*", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "craft.posting" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_youtube_podcast_rss_rules", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "RSS delivery availability and no-ads rule", "summary": "YouTube's RSS ingestion for podcasts is only available in select countries/regions, and podcast content uploaded to YouTube cannot contain advertisements.", "body": "YouTube's RSS ingestion for podcasts is only available in select countries/regions, and podcast content uploaded to YouTube cannot contain advertisements.\n\nWhat YouTube (Google) actually says:\n\n“RSS ingestion is available in select countries/regions. … To comply with YouTube’s Terms of Service, podcast content you upload to YouTube cannot contain advertisements.”\n\nNote: The list of countries is at https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/14106258 (not fetched).", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.google.com/youtube/answer/13525207?hl=en", "last_verified": "2026-09-25", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "YouTube (Google)", "evidence_quote": "RSS ingestion is available in select countries/regions. … To comply with YouTube’s Terms of Service, podcast content you upload to YouTube cannot contain advertisements.", "volatility": "medium", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "YouTube Podcasts (RSS ingestion)", "topic": "RSS delivery availability and no-ads rule", "applies_to_country": "*", "applies_to_scope": "Branded content and sponsorships must be declared.", "tags": { "lane": "audio", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "any" ], "platform": "youtube", "topic": [ "rules.content", "access.geo" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_spotify_age_eligibility", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "[Unverified - being checked] Spotify for Creators: Minimum age and parental consent requirements", "summary": "[Unverified - being checked] You cannot use Spotify for Creators if you're under 13 years old, and if you're 13 years or older but under the age of majority, you need parental or guardian consent.", "body": "You cannot use Spotify for Creators if you're under 13 years old, and if you're 13 years or older but under the age of majority, you need parental or guardian consent.\n\nWhat Spotify for Creators Support actually says:\n\n“You cannot use Spotify for Creators if you're under 13 years old. If you're 13 years or older but under the age of majority (e.g. often 18 years of age), you need parental/guardian consent to use Spotify for Creators.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.spotify.com/creators/article/age-eligibility-requirements/", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Spotify for Creators Support", "evidence_quote": "You cannot use Spotify for Creators if you're under 13 years old. If you're 13 years or older but under the age of majority (e.g. often 18 years of age), you need parental/guardian consent to use Spotify for Creators.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Spotify for Creators", "topic": "Minimum age and parental consent requirements", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Platform-wide requirement", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "spotifyforcreators", "topic": [ "access.signup", "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" }, "verification": { "status": "unverified", "label": "Unverified - being checked", "reasons": [ "legal_fetch_over_cap" ], "checked_utc": "20261021-123916Z" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_spotify_payouts_tax_requirements", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Tax identification and certification requirements for payouts", "summary": "To set up Spotify Payouts, creators need a Tax Identification Number and must complete tax certifications (IRS form W-9 for US persons, W-8 for non-US persons) to comply with US tax reporting obligations.", "body": "To set up Spotify Payouts, creators need a Tax Identification Number and must complete tax certifications (IRS form W-9 for US persons, W-8 for non-US persons) to comply with US tax reporting obligations.\n\nWhat Spotify for Creators Support actually says:\n\n“You'll need your Tax Identification Number to enable Spotify Payouts. We require you to complete tax certifications in order for Spotify to comply with its obligations under the United States (\"U.S.\") Internal Revenue Code Chapters 3 and 61. Creators who are considered U.S persons will be required to submit IRS form W-9 before being paid out for the first time.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.spotify.com/creators/article/setting-up-spotify-payouts/", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Spotify for Creators Support", "evidence_quote": "You'll need your Tax Identification Number to enable Spotify Payouts. We require you to complete tax certifications in order for Spotify to comply with its obligations under the United States (\"U.S.\") Internal Revenue Code Chapters 3 and 61. Creators who are considered U.S persons will be required to submit IRS form W-9 before being paid out for the first time.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Spotify for Creators", "topic": "Tax identification and certification requirements for payouts", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Required for creators earning payouts", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "spotifyforcreators", "topic": [ "money.pricing", "money.tax" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_spotify_2step_verification_threshold", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Spotify for Creators: Two-step verification activation requirement", "summary": "Spotify requires creators to activate two-step verification if they've earned $1,000 USD or more within one month, with payouts placed on hold if not activated within 30 days of reaching this threshold.", "body": "Spotify requires creators to activate two-step verification if they've earned $1,000 USD or more within one month, with payouts placed on hold if not activated within 30 days of reaching this threshold.\n\nWhat Spotify for Creators Support actually says:\n\n“We require you to activate 2-step verification if you've earned $1,000 USD or more within one month. If you don't activate 2-step verification within 30 days of reaching this earnings threshold, your payouts will be placed on hold.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://support.spotify.com/creators/article/setting-up-spotify-payouts/", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Spotify for Creators Support", "evidence_quote": "We require you to activate 2-step verification if you've earned $1,000 USD or more within one month. If you don't activate 2-step verification within 30 days of reaching this earnings threshold, your payouts will be placed on hold.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Spotify for Creators", "topic": "Two-step verification activation requirement", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Earnings threshold requirement", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "spotifyforcreators", "topic": [ "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_apple_account_requirements", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Apple Account activation and requirements for podcasters", "summary": "Creators need an active Apple Account with a valid payment method added, two-factor authentication enabled, and must agree to Apple's Media Service Terms and Conditions before creating an Apple Podcasts Connect account.", "body": "Creators need an active Apple Account with a valid payment method added, two-factor authentication enabled, and must agree to Apple's Media Service Terms and Conditions before creating an Apple Podcasts Connect account.\n\nWhat Apple Podcasts for Creators actually says:\n\n“Getting started with Apple Podcasts is easy. The first thing you'll need to do is sign up for an Apple Podcasts Connect account. All you need to get started is an active Apple Account. Verify that your account is fully activated by adding a valid payment method.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/support/827-create-an-account", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "evidence_quote": "Getting started with Apple Podcasts is easy. The first thing you'll need to do is sign up for an Apple Podcasts Connect account. All you need to get started is an active Apple Account. Verify that your account is fully activated by adding a valid payment method.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "topic": "Apple Account activation and requirements for podcasters", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Required for all podcasters using Apple Podcasts Connect", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "applepodcastsforcreators", "topic": [ "access.signup", "access.id" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_apple_show_submission_process", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Technical validation and review process for show submission", "summary": "All Apple Podcasts shows must pass technical validations and a review process before they become available on Apple Podcasts, with validation warnings needing to be resolved before publication.", "body": "All Apple Podcasts shows must pass technical validations and a review process before they become available on Apple Podcasts, with validation warnings needing to be resolved before publication.\n\nWhat Apple Podcasts for Creators actually says:\n\n“All shows must pass technical validations and a review process before they're made available on Apple Podcasts. If there's an issue, a warning message will appear and must be resolved before you can publish the show.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/support/897-submit-a-show", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "evidence_quote": "All shows must pass technical validations and a review process before they're made available on Apple Podcasts. If there's an issue, a warning message will appear and must be resolved before you can publish the show.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "topic": "Technical validation and review process for show submission", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Required for all new shows", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "applepodcastsforcreators", "topic": [ "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_buzzsprout_10step_launch_process", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Buzzsprout: Complete 10-step process for launching a podcast", "summary": "Buzzsprout provides a comprehensive 10-step guide for starting a podcast: 1) Develop podcast concept, 2) Choose podcast format, 3) Setup podcast equipment, 4) Choose podcast software, 5) Record first episode, 6) Edit audio, 7) Create podcast artwork, 8) Set up podcast hosting, 9) Get listed in podcast directories, 10) Launch and grow your show.", "body": "Buzzsprout provides a comprehensive 10-step guide for starting a podcast: 1) Develop podcast concept, 2) Choose podcast format, 3) Setup podcast equipment, 4) Choose podcast software, 5) Record first episode, 6) Edit audio, 7) Create podcast artwork, 8) Set up podcast hosting, 9) Get listed in podcast directories, 10) Launch and grow your show.\n\nWhat Buzzsprout Blog actually says:\n\n“How to Start a Podcast: Complete Step-by-Step Guide [2026]\n\nTable of Contents\n\n- [How to Start a Podcast in 10 Steps](#how-to-start-a-podcast)\n- [Free Podcast Resources](#free-podcast-resources)\n- [Frequently Asked Questions](#frequently-asked-questions)\n\n## How to Start a Podcast in 10 Steps\n\n1. [Develop a podcast concept](#podcast-concept)\n2. [Choose your podcast format](#podcast-format)\n3. [Setup podcast equipment](#podcast-equipment)\n4. [Choose your podcast software](#podcast-software)\n5. [Record your first episode](#record)\n6. [Edit your audio](#edit-podcast)\n7. [Create podcast artwork](#podcast-artwork)\n8. [Set up podcast hosting](#upload-to-podcast-hosting)\n9. [Get listed in podcast directories](#podcast-directories)\n10. [Launch and grow your show](#launch-podcast)”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.buzzsprout.com/blog/how-to-start-a-podcast", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Buzzsprout Blog", "evidence_quote": "How to Start a Podcast: Complete Step-by-Step Guide [2026]\n\nTable of Contents\n\n- [How to Start a Podcast in 10 Steps](#how-to-start-a-podcast)\n- [Free Podcast Resources](#free-podcast-resources)\n- [Frequently Asked Questions](#frequently-asked-questions)\n\n## How to Start a Podcast in 10 Steps\n\n1. [Develop a podcast concept](#podcast-concept)\n2. [Choose your podcast format](#podcast-format)\n3. [Setup podcast equipment](#podcast-equipment)\n4. [Choose your podcast software](#podcast-software)\n5. [Record your first episode](#record)\n6. [Edit your audio](#edit-podcast)\n7. [Create podcast artwork](#podcast-artwork)\n8. [Set up podcast hosting](#upload-to-podcast-hosting)\n9. [Get listed in podcast directories](#podcast-directories)\n10. [Launch and grow your show](#launch-podcast)", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Buzzsprout", "topic": "Complete 10-step process for launching a podcast", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Buzzsprout's official guide", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "any", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "buzzsprout", "topic": [ "craft.studio", "craft.posting", "access.signup" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_buzzsprout_podcast_format_episodes", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Buzzsprout: Optimal episode length and publishing frequency", "summary": "Buzzsprout platform statistics show most common episode durations are: less than 10 minutes (14%), 10-20 minutes (15%), 20-40 minutes (31%), 40-60 minutes (22%), over 60 minutes (7%). Most common publishing frequency is 3-7 days (36%).", "body": "Buzzsprout platform statistics show most common episode durations are: less than 10 minutes (14%), 10-20 minutes (15%), 20-40 minutes (31%), 40-60 minutes (22%), over 60 minutes (7%). Most common publishing frequency is 3-7 days (36%).\n\nWhat Buzzsprout Blog actually says:\n\n“Optimal podcast episode length\n\nMake your episodes as long as they need to be and no longer.\n\nSome podcasts are less than five minutes long, and others have episodes the length of a short audiobook. Here are the most common episode durations:\n- less than 10 minutes (14%)\n- 10—20 minutes (15%)\n- 20—40 minutes (31%)\n- 40—60 minutes (22%)\n- Over 60 minutes (7%)\n\n**SOURCE:** Buzzsprout Platform Statistics\n\nPodcast publishing schedule\n\nWe recommend publishing once a week to develop a connection with listeners and create the habit of producing consistent content. These are the most common publishing frequencies:\n- 0—2 days (7%)\n- 3—7 days (36%)\n- 8—14 days (39%)\n- 15—29 days (17%)\n- Over 30 days (1%)\n\n**SOURCE:** Buzzsprout Platform Statistics”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://www.buzzsprout.com/blog/how-to-start-a-podcast", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "STRONG PRACTICE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Buzzsprout Blog", "evidence_quote": "Optimal podcast episode length\n\nMake your episodes as long as they need to be and no longer.\n\nSome podcasts are less than five minutes long, and others have episodes the length of a short audiobook. Here are the most common episode durations:\n- less than 10 minutes (14%)\n- 10—20 minutes (15%)\n- 20—40 minutes (31%)\n- 40—60 minutes (22%)\n- Over 60 minutes (7%)\n\n**SOURCE:** Buzzsprout Platform Statistics\n\nPodcast publishing schedule\n\nWe recommend publishing once a week to develop a connection with listeners and create the habit of producing consistent content. These are the most common publishing frequencies:\n- 0—2 days (7%)\n- 3—7 days (36%)\n- 8—14 days (39%)\n- 15—29 days (17%)\n- Over 30 days (1%)\n\n**SOURCE:** Buzzsprout Platform Statistics", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Buzzsprout", "topic": "Optimal episode length and publishing frequency", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Based on Buzzsprout platform statistics", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "running", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "buzzsprout", "topic": [ "craft.posting" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_apple_review_process_details", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Apple Podcasts for Creators: Review process details and timing", "summary": "Apple Podcasts review process involves separate evaluation of podcasts, channels, and subscriptions, with approved content receiving a confirmation email and rejected content requiring correction and resubmission after following content and artwork guidelines.", "body": "Apple Podcasts review process involves separate evaluation of podcasts, channels, and subscriptions, with approved content receiving a confirmation email and rejected content requiring correction and resubmission after following content and artwork guidelines.\n\nWhat Apple Podcasts for Creators actually says:\n\n“Before they're available on Apple Podcasts, [channels](/support/886-create-a-channel), [shows](/support/897-submit-a-show), and [subscriptions](/support/890-set-up-a-subscription) are reviewed to ensure they comply with our [content guidelines](/support/891-content-and-subscription-guidelines). We'll send you an email when the status of your podcast is updated. If your show isn't approved, you can correct the issue and resubmit your podcast in Apple Podcasts Connect.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/support/830-review-process", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "evidence_quote": "Before they're available on Apple Podcasts, [channels](/support/886-create-a-channel), [shows](/support/897-submit-a-show), and [subscriptions](/support/890-set-up-a-subscription) are reviewed to ensure they comply with our [content guidelines](/support/891-content-and-subscription-guidelines). We'll send you an email when the status of your podcast is updated. If your show isn't approved, you can correct the issue and resubmit your podcast in Apple Podcasts Connect.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "topic": "Review process details and timing", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Part of show submission process", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "applepodcastsforcreators", "topic": [ "access.signup", "rules.enforcement" ], "explicitness": "any" } }, { "id": "learn_r941_podcasting_how_to_start_apple_banking_setup_requirements", "category": "Getting Started", "title": "Banking information setup for receiving payments", "summary": "To receive payments from Apple Podcasters Program, creators must enter banking information including bank account number, routing number/SWIFT code, IBAN if applicable, account holder name and type, and certify the information is correct before processing can begin.", "body": "To receive payments from Apple Podcasters Program, creators must enter banking information including bank account number, routing number/SWIFT code, IBAN if applicable, account holder name and type, and certify the information is correct before processing can begin.\n\nWhat Apple Podcasts for Creators actually says:\n\n“To receive payments from Apple, you need to enter electronic banking information. The information you provide should apply to your own bank, not an intermediary or correspondent bank, and should have its own routing number. Fill in the required fields: Bank Account Currency, Routing Number, IBAN, Account Number, Account Holder Name, Account Holder Type, Account Type, and Address. Select the box to confirm you certify the information provided is correct.”", "source_type": "official", "source_link": "https://podcastsconnect.apple.com/support/880-banking", "last_verified": "2026-09-30", "reliability": "VERIFIED RULE", "source_tier": "A", "source_publisher": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "evidence_quote": "To receive payments from Apple, you need to enter electronic banking information. The information you provide should apply to your own bank, not an intermediary or correspondent bank, and should have its own routing number. Fill in the required fields: Bank Account Currency, Routing Number, IBAN, Account Number, Account Holder Name, Account Holder Type, Account Type, and Address. Select the box to confirm you certify the information provided is correct.", "volatility": "low", "from_batch": "941-podcasting-how-to-start", "subject": "Apple Podcasts for Creators", "topic": "Banking information setup for receiving payments", "applies_to_country": "us", "applies_to_scope": "Required for creators in Apple Podcasters Program", "tags": { "lane": "any", "stage": "setting_up", "region": [ "us" ], "platform": "applepodcastsforcreators", "topic": [ "money.payout" ], "explicitness": "any" } } ] }