How To Start Podcasting: Step 1 Choose Your Topic

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If you’re considering starting a podcast you probably feel overwhelmed with questions. Most importantly: what should be your first step?

Selecting the right topic for your podcast is a crucial first step that sets the tone for your entire show.

In this post, we’ll explore the importance of choosing a topic for your future podcast and we’ll share some of the best topic ideas to get you started in no time.

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Why choosing the podcast topic should be your first step

Before you start looking into what equipment you need or where to distribute your podcast you need to answer this very important question:

What will you talk about? What topic or topics should your podcast focus on?

Whys this question is so important?

The topic will determine the content, style, tone, and direction of your podcast episodes.

The topic will influence your equipment needs, distribution strategy, and overall podcasting approach.

The topic sets the foundation for your entire podcast.

10 popular podcast topics ideas

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There many different podcast topics and types that cater to various interests, audiences, and formats.

However, the majority of podcasts will fall intro one of the 10 categories below:

1. News, Politics, and Current Events

Provide news updates, analysis, and commentary on current events, politics, and other hot topics of today.

2. Interviews and Conversations

Interview other influencers and experts from various fields, such as entertainment, sports, business, technology, and more.

These podcasts often focus on engaging conversations and discussions with their guests.

3. Storytelling and Narrative

Tell stories, fiction or non-fiction. These can include true crime, drama, mystery, and other genres.

4. Educational and Instructional

Educate your listeners on specific subjects, such as science, history, language learning, self-improvement, or whatever you know best.

5. Comedy and Entertainment

Make people laugh! Comedy, improv, and entertainment, including (but not limited) to stand-up comedy, sketch comedy, parody, and other comedic formats.

6. Personal Finance and Business

Provide advice, tips, and insights on personal finance, investing, entrepreneurship, and business strategies. Similar to #4 but we feel it deserves its own niche.

7. Lifestyle and Wellness

Cover topics related to health, fitness, nutrition, relationships, travel, and other aspects of lifestyle and wellness.

8. Pop Culture and Media

Discuss and review popular culture, including movies, TV shows, books, music, and so on.

9. Technology and Gadgets

Dive into technology news, reviews, and discussions about gadgets, software, and other tech-related topics.

10. Sports and Recreation

Cover sports news, analysis, commentary, and discussions on various sports and recreational activities.

Niche podcast ideas

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Of course, there are countless niche podcasts that cater to specific interests and hobbies as well.

Here are some examples:

“Vegan Cooking for Busy Moms”: Focus on plant-based recipes and cooking tips for busy moms who want to provide healthy and delicious meals for their families while adhering to a vegan lifestyle.

“Sustainable Travel Adventures”: Explore eco-friendly travel destinations, tips for reducing carbon footprint while traveling, and stories from travelers who are passionate about responsible and sustainable travel practices.

“Unconventional Careers: Success Stories”: Interview people who have pursued unique and unconventional career paths, sharing their stories of success, challenges, and lessons learned to inspire and empower your listeners who are considering alternative career choices.

“Gardening for Urban Dwellers”: Provide practical gardening tips, techniques, and advice for people living in urban areas with limited space, focusing on indoor plants, small balconies, and community gardens.

“Hiking Trails of the Pacific Northwest”: Do in-depth discussions about hiking trails in the Pacific Northwest region, including trail reviews, safety tips, and stories from experienced hikers, providing valuable information for outdoor enthusiasts in the area.

Feeling inspired I hope?

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How to pick best topic for your podcast

Now that we’ve given you some topics to consider, you may be asking yourself a question:

What are the best topics for podcast? Which one should you choose?

Here are 3 tips to help you choose the podcast topic that you will be able to enjoy, sustain, and eventually (if that’s your goal) make money with podcasting.

1. Think about Your Passion or Expertise

Above all, choose a topic that is close to your heart. Something that you are passionate about or have deep knowledge or expertise in.

This will ensure that you are genuinely interested in the subject and can provide valuable insights or information to your subscribers and listeners.

2. Estimate Your Target Audience

Consider the size of your target audience. It’s OK to run a niche podcast but at least make sure there is enough interest around.

The easiest way to quickly gauge the interest levels is to do keyword research. If enough people search for your topic, there is a good chance your podcast will pick up.

3. Research your competition

Conduct research to see what podcasts already exist in your chosen topic area.

Look for gaps or opportunities within the niche that you can fill with your unique perspective or approach.

Our advice is, unless you have something unique to offer, be cautious about overcrowded topics. It will be quite difficult to compete with established podcasts. Not impossible but be prepared to put considerable effort from the get go.

Podcast audio starter pack

We have selected 5 podcast audio clips to help you get started with podcast editing.

You’ll get: an intro, background music, and sound effects.

Questions? Comments?

Start your podcasting journey by choosing the good topic of your podcast.

In this post we listed 10 of the popular podcast categories and gave you 3 simple tips to choose best topic and format for your podcast.

Learn more about other steps to launch a successful podcast.

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