If You Are Using Apple Video Podcasts, Keep It Simple

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Danny: In the last episode, I talked about whether you should be using Apple's new video podcast feature.

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Danny: And the main takeaway was pretty simple. It only really makes sense if it fits

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Danny: your podcast and your workflow.

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Danny: So if you are planning to use video, let's talk about how to keep that simple.

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Danny: Because this is where a lot of podcasters overcomplicate things.

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Danny: They think they need multiple cameras, perfect lighting, a full studio setup,

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Danny: and that's usually not necessary.

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Danny: Instead, a good starting point is just this. One camera, decent lighting, clear audio.

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Danny: That's it. For example, if you're already recording remotely,

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Danny: something like Boomcaster or even Zoom can handle both audio and video without

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Danny: changing your setup too much.

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Danny: Or, if you're recording solo, even a simple webcam or your phone can do the job.

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Danny: The goal isn't to create a full video production, it's to make your podcast

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Danny: watchable as well as listenable.

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Danny: So here's a good way to approach it.

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Danny: Start with what you already have, keep your setup simple, and focus on being

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Danny: clear and engaging on camera, the same way you are on audio,

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Danny: because most of the value still

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Danny: comes from what you're saying and not how many camera angles you have.

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Danny: Until the next time, happy podcasting.