How to Plan Your First Podcast Recording
Starting a podcast, or recording a special episode? You do not need to build a studio at home. Here is how to plan a smooth recording session at a ready-rigged podcast studio in Johannesburg.
Plan the episode before you arrive
- Know your format. Solo, an interview, or a panel — this decides how many mics and seats you need. Studio24.7 has solo, duo and trio options.
- Rough running order. A simple outline of segments keeps the conversation flowing and the recording tight.
- Prep your guest. Share the topics in advance so everyone arrives ready to talk.
What a rigged studio saves you
At a set-up podcast studio, the microphones, cameras and lighting are already in place. That means no fiddling with gear, no uneven audio, and video you can cut into clips for social — you simply sit down and record.
Tips for a great recording
- Speak across the mic, not directly into it, and keep a steady distance.
- Silence your phone and anything that hums or pings.
- Record a short test first to check levels.
- Leave a beat of silence after big moments — it makes editing easier.
Turn one session into weeks of content
Because the studio records video as well as audio, one recording can become the full episode plus a handful of short clips for Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
Book the podcast studio
Studio24.7 Cresta has a fully rigged podcast studio, priced by the number of people recording. See rates on the booking page, or message us to plan your session.