Recommended podcasting tools and resources from the Captivate podcast hosting, analytics & distribution team. Personally curated, just for you.

It’s a crucial step in starting a podcast, so how do you come up with your podcast name? Learn how 5 podcasters came up with their names along with everything you need to know about choosing your own.

Learn how to create a podcast trailer that attracts and engages new listeners. Plus, download our free, editable trailer template to create your own in minutes!

Get all the answers on royalty-free ‘podsafe’ music, copyright rules and how to use podcast music effectively in this complete explainer. Plus, download a free package of podcast intro, outro and background music, no strings attached!

A podcast transcript is an essential tool for making your podcast more accessible and driving your SEO efforts. Captivate makes it easy to upload, import and add transcripts to your podcast episode – here’s how!

Recording a podcast is a huge milestone! Here are our best tips, techniques, software and equipment recommendations for recording a podcast remotely, solo or with multiple people.

Learn how to create detailed, SEO-friendly podcast show notes in just 5 steps with Captivate’s new time-saving snippets tool PLUS free template!

In this complete beginner’s guide, we take you through what podcast editing is and how to approach it. We share our 3 golden rules and top 4 recommendations (both paid and free) for quick and simple editing.

Starting a podcast or looking to switch podcast hosts in 2021? We break down exactly what a podcast host does, what to look for in podcast hosting platforms and how to find the best one for you.