Stop Overthinking Your Podcast Tech: The 3 Tools That Actually Matter

You don’t need a Hollywood studio to start a podcast. You just need the right tools, clarity, and confidence to press record.

In this episode of As It Relates to Podcasting, Simona breaks down exactly how to create a pro-level podcast setup using what you already have, whether you’re recording from your kitchen table or your laptop on the road.

You’ll learn how to make your audio sound professional, your video look polished, and your workflow feel simple, sustainable, and strategic.

Inside this episode:
The three essentials for every creator: camera, mic, and software
How to turn your iPhone into a cinematic podcast camera
Why lighting matters more than your lens
The one mic that delivers studio-quality sound anywhere (Shure MV7)
Audio vs. video: how to decide what’s best for your podcast
The must-have tools for editing and recording (Descript + Riverside.fm)
Why “simple systems” lead to consistency and confidence
How to repurpose your episodes into reels, shorts, and show notes

Whether you’re a first-time podcaster or ready to upgrade your tech stack, this episode gives you the roadmap to record confidently and build a setup that grows with you.

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Learn about:
00:00 Introduction: You Don’t Need a Studio to Start
01:15 The Three Essentials: Camera, Mic, Software
02:00 How to Use What You Already Have
03:00 Turning Your iPhone into a Pro Camera
05:45 The Truth About Video Podcasts
07:10 Why Audio Builds Trust
08:00 Best Mic for Beginners (Shure MV7)
10:30 How to Record with Great Sound Anywhere
11:00 Top Recording and Editing Tools: Descript + Riverside.fm
12:30 Simple Podcast Workflow That Saves You Hours
13:45 Why Consistency Beats Complexity

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