You Can Get Started with a Zoom Podcast Today – Here’s How

How to record a podcast on Zoom

Recording your first podcast on Zoom can be a breeze. Follow these easy steps to plan, record, and export your podcast on Zoom.

Step 1 – Make sure Zoom is installed on everyone’s device

The first step in using Zoom to record your podcast is to make sure the Zoom application is installed and updated on your computer or phone. If you have guests logging in on separate devices, make sure to have them install and update Zoom ahead of time to ensure that your recording goes smoothly.

Step 2 – Set up your Equipment and Enable Microphones, Cameras, and Headphones

If you are just starting out and don’t have an external microphone or camera for your podcast, don't worry. You can record your audio and visual content straight from the built-in camera and microphone on your device. However, if you or your guests are using any external equipment, it is important to get everything plugged in and configured before you start recording.

For a guide on the best podcast equipment of 2024, check out our suggestions.

Once you connect your equipment to your computer you must tell Zoom which audio and video input and output to use during your session. To do this, open your Zoom application and click the arrow that is next to the mute button. A drop-down menu will appear where you can choose your preferred audio input. You can then configure your headphones and camera in the settings. Be sure that Zoom is using the correct microphone, so you get the best audio quality possible.

Step 3 – Configure your Zoom Settings

While Zoom can be used to record your podcast with default settings, there are a few small configurations that will make it easier to edit your podcast later. To change your settings, click on the gear symbol in your Zoom application. Then, choose audio settings.

In the audio settings menu, you can modify Zoom’s built-in noise cancellation feature. If you are recording in a quiet space and are using a high-quality microphone, it is ideal to turn off the noise cancellation feature so you can get the clearest audio possible. To do so, find the noise-cancellation section in the audio settings and turn it off. You can also find the option to enable “original sound”. After choosing this option you must manually enable “original sound” on the Zoo in-meeting interface.

If you are using your computer’s microphone or are in a noisy area, it is best to keep the background noise cancellation feature enabled when recording your podcast.

The second configuration you should make is to record each speaker as an individual audio file. This is ideal for podcasts that include multiple guests using their own devices and can make it easier to edit the audio after you record.

To enable this feature, locate the “Recording” tab on the left side of the settings menu. The second option allows you to “Record a separate audio file for each participant”. Enabling this feature can make it easier to edit your podcast and create a more cohesive conversation when you have multiple speakers.

The “Recording” tab also allows you to choose where your audio files will be saved to. Choosing a specified folder in your computer can make it easier to find the audio files when it’s time to edit your podcast.

Step 4 – Record your Podcast

Once everyone has their equipment ready and is prepared to record you can begin with just a few easy steps.

1.      Begin your session by clicking on the “New Meeting” button.

2.      Invite your guests by clicking the “invite” button. You will be presented with the option to “Copy Invitation”. Press that button and share the meeting ID and passcode with all of your guests.

3.      Once all of your guests join the meeting, take a minute to ensure that everyone has their microphone set to unmute. Check with each participant to make sure you can hear their audio loudly and clearly.

4.      When you are confident that everyone is ready to record click the “record” button on the Zoom toolbar.

5.      After you are finished recording your captivating content click the “end” button and “end meeting for all”. Your recorded meeting will be exported to the designated folder where it will be ready for editing.

Step 5 –Editing and Publishing

Your exported recordings will show up as two separate sets of files in your designated folder. M4A files will contain the audio files. If you chose to record each speaker separately you will have an M4A file for each speaker. You will also have an MP4 video file of your recording.

You can upload each M4A file into your preferred editing software and directly edit the audio files into your finished podcast. Check out our best tips on how to edit a podcast for a more in-depth look at how you can improve the audio quality and composition of your podcast.

After you have completed editing your podcast and have a finished product it is time to release it out into the world. You can publish your podcast on a variety of different platforms to ensure that it is easily accessible to listeners. Here are some suggestions on where to publish your Zoom podcast:

·         YouTube Music

·         Spotify

·         Apple Podcasts

·         Pocket Casts

·         Podbean

·         AntennaPod

You can then use the MP4 file to create captivating clips with Framedrop.ai. These short videos can be shared on social media with a link to your podcast making it easy to promote your content to your intended audience.