Step-by-Step Tutorial

Creating Your First Podcast

By Dispatch Team
5 steps ~12 min total

Welcome to Dispatch! This tutorial will guide you through creating your first podcast show.

Before you begin, make sure you have:

  • Your podcast name and description ready
  • Cover artwork (at least 1400x1400 pixels)
  • A clear idea of your podcast's category and target audience
1

Log in to your Dispatch dashboard

~1 min

Navigate to your Dispatch dashboard and click the "Create New Podcast" button in the top right corner.

If you don't have an account yet, sign up for free to get started.

2

Enter your podcast details

~5 min

Fill in your podcast information:

  • Podcast Title: Choose a memorable, descriptive name
  • Description: Write a compelling summary (aim for 150-300 words)
  • Author: Your name or your show's brand name
  • Language: Select your primary language
  • Category: Choose the most relevant Apple Podcasts category
3

Upload your cover artwork

~3 min

Your podcast artwork is crucial for discovery. Requirements:

  • Minimum size: 1400×1400 pixels
  • Maximum size: 3000×3000 pixels
  • Format: JPEG or PNG
  • Color space: RGB

Tips for great artwork:

  • Keep text large and readable at small sizes
  • Use contrasting colors
  • Make it recognizable as a thumbnail
4

Configure advanced settings

~2 min

Review and configure optional settings:

  • Explicit content: Mark if your show contains explicit material
  • Show type: Choose "Episodic" for standalone episodes or "Serial" for numbered series
  • Copyright: Add your copyright notice
  • Owner email: For directory communications (not shown publicly)
5

Save and review

~1 min

Click "Create Podcast" to save your show.

You'll be taken to your podcast dashboard where you can:

  • Add your first episode
  • Submit to podcast directories
  • Customize your podcast website
  • View your RSS feed URL

You're all done!

You've completed all the steps in this tutorial.

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