If you’re thinking of starting a podcast, we don’t blame you. You may be interested in starting a program dedicated to informing and empowering women to develop good health.
This is especially important in an era of widespread health misinformation and gender-based discrimination. for example, Recent research Pinterest revealed that about 51.1% of posts about breast cancer contained misinformation.Regarding sexism, the Kaiser Family Foundation 2022 Women’s Health Survey In the past two years, 1 in 10 women aged 18-64 were found to have been discriminated against while seeking medical care.
Besides educating others, creating a podcast can be a fun experience. You can also do your own research to inform your own health efforts and contribute to the movement to inform and empower other women about their health. But starting a podcast requires a closer look at logistics.
Steps to start a women’s holistic health podcast
Podcasts on women’s health can take you in many directions. However, it’s important not to try to be everything for everyone. It’s also important not to do what everyone else does.
A big factor in creating a podcast that quickly gains followers and is enjoyed by women and others for years is the ability to commit to preparation and planning. Starting a successful podcast Start by making sure you have the right equipment for recording. Then you can choose a name and work on developing your idea and creating all kinds of programs based on your concept.
materialize an idea
Take the time to flesh out your podcast idea holistically. How do you think you are empowering women’s health through your podcast? Think primarily about what makes your podcast unique.
This could be the niche or target audience you choose for your podcast. For example, instead of tackling women’s health topics aimed at women in general, we can focus on women of color or women living with disabilities.
If you’re looking for inspiration or topic ideas, listen to these great women’s health podcasts.
- happy vagina;
- as a woman;
- Fertility Friday Podcast.
- women’s health podcast;
- wellness mom.
You can also differentiate yourself from your competitors through your podcast brand’s visual identity (name, cover art, logo, etc.). Your personality and the way you present information also make a difference.
Define format, length and frequency
Once you’ve fleshed out your podcast idea, it’s time to work on the format of your podcast, especially format, length, and frequency. As for formats, the most common ones are:
- solo podcast.
- interview podcast;
- Panel podcast format.
- Conversational podcast format.
A Google search for “podcasting format” will give you detailed information about the formats used by the most successful podcasters. Don’t be afraid to combine the above and invent your own podcasting format.
In addition to the format, it determines how long the episodes will be and how often new episodes will be published.
Brainstorm episode concepts
The field of women’s health is a big field. There are many topics that can be discussed.
A wide range of topics can be discussed, including the normality of menstrual cravings and how women tend to crave sugar, especially before and during their period. We can take this topic one step further and discuss. how to stop sugar cravings By adopting healthy habits like consuming more fiber and getting better sleep.
Perhaps you want to address trends in women’s holistic health, the state of women’s health around the world, or unconventional ways to support mental health and well-being. Take the time to brainstorm episode concepts that fit your target audience and your personal passions for women’s overall health.
Then create an episode template that can be used to organize the development of each episode.
recording and editing
Now comes the fun part. Record and edit podcast episodes. Both processes start with tools. You’ll need to consider your budget and capacity, but you’ll want at least the following:
- computer;
- microphone;
- headphones;
- recording software;
- editing software;
- Podcast hosting platform.
Additional tools such as mixers, cameras, and windshields can be added later as your skill set grows and your income increases.
You also need to make sure you’re recording with proper spacing. You should have plenty of space for you and your guests, but don’t put anything that might affect the audio quality, such as lots of furniture or other objects that cause echo. Finally, make sure you have enough time to record and edit your episode. Practice calming your voice and presence before you start recording. Hiring someone with podcasting experience can also help keep things running smoothly.
Promote your podcast and connect with listeners
You can record as many podcast episodes as you like. But if no one knows it’s available, all your efforts go to waste. Promote your podcast and try to connect with your listeners regularly.
Know where your target audience is and meet them there. This may be on social media, at events, or over the Internet via websites and email lists. Then create original content that attracts and keeps your target audience engaged, including:
- infographics;
- polls and questionnaires.
- Live stream of the Q&A session.
- Virtual events and workshops.
- Reels and short and long videos.
Make sure that anything you create to promote your podcast is of high quality and published frequently across different channels.
Starting a podcast to inform women and empower them to advocate for their overall health and wellness is a noble act. If you follow the steps well, you’ll be well on your way to becoming a successful podcaster.
About the author
Ainsley Lawrence is a freelance writer from the Pacific Northwest. She enjoys writing about how technology, education and health intersect and affect our daily lives. She is often addicted to good books.
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