Podcaster
Tools, resources, and recommendations that
actually improve the listening experience.
Free Resources from The Pod Nerd
The DIY Podcast Audit
Self-guided audit to help you figure out what areas of your show need improving.
Podcaster Checklists
Checklists to help you with your episodes, from start to finish.
Readiness Questionnaire
Survey to help you decide if you should start a new podcast.
Prep Your Guest Bundle
Copy-and-send system to help your podcast guests show up prepared.
Recommended Tools & Resources
These are tools and resources I’ve used in the past or personally vetted. A few links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission if you decide to use them (at no extra cost to you.)
If you think I should add another resource to this list, let me know! I'm always looking for new tools and resources to check out.
Where your episodes are actually created and shaped.
A solid choice for recording remote interviews.
It captures separate, high-quality audio and video tracks (which makes editing much easier later.) It also includes in-browser editing and tools for creating short clips for social media.
Recording and editing software designed specifically for podcasting and storytelling.
It offers a simpler, more intuitive workflow than many traditional audio tools... so you can focus on shaping the listening experience, not fussing around with the software.
For making your podcast look as intentional as it sounds.
A go-to tool for creating podcast covers, thumbnails, quote cards, and social media graphics. Quick, flexible, and useful when you need something polished without spending hours designing from scratch.
For turning full episodes into shareable clips and content.
An AI tool that turns long-form podcast episodes into short, social-ready video clips. Helpful for quickly pulling out moments that are worth redistributing without manually scrubbing through timelines.
Another repurposing tool for creating short-form video clips with captions and formatting for social platforms.
For turning audio into written content.
A fast transcription tool for converting episodes into text. Helpful for creating show notes, pulling quotes, and repurposing episodes into written content.
Where your podcast lives and gets published.
A beginner-friendly podcast hosting platform that handles distribution, analytics, and publishing in a simple interface.
A straightforward hosting option for publishing and distributing your podcast. Clean setup, reliable distribution, and easy migration from other platforms.
It also includes a simple way to turn your audio episodes into waveform-style videos, which you can upload directly to YouTube. This is especially useful for audio-first podcasts that still want a visual presence on YouTube without creating full video content.
The behind-the-scenes tools that keep everything organized.
A simple, affordable domain registrar for securing your podcast website or brand domain. Straightforward setup without unnecessary complexity.
For actually hearing from your listeners (not just talking at them).
Tally
A simple, flexible form builder for collecting listener input, polls, and submissions.
Great for gathering questions, feedback, or ideas directly from your audience without overcomplicating the process.
For turning listeners into actual leads (not just downloads).
A tool designed to turn podcast episodes into lead-generation opportunities.
Instead of sending listeners to a generic freebie, it lets you add a simple, episode-specific form that asks a few questions and delivers a personalized response based on their answers.
It creates a more natural next step after an episode (something that feels relevant to what the listener just heard, not like a disconnected funnel.)
Want a second set of ears on your podcast?
If you're serious about improving, let's talk. I review shows, identify where listeners drop off, and help you fix it.
