Podcasting on Podcasting with Coach AV Tech — Episode 1

What is a podcast—and why should you start one?

Episode 1 of Podcasting on Podcasting with Coach AV Tech introduces the foundations of podcasting for beginners, students, educators, and creators who want to understand the process before ever pressing record. This episode focuses on the why behind podcasting, not just the tools or platforms.

Hosted by Coach AV Tech, a media production educator and content creator, this podcast takes a practical, real-world approach to teaching podcasting. Drawing from classroom experience and professional production workflows, Coach AV Tech breaks podcasting down into clear, manageable ideas that anyone can understand.

In this episode, listeners will:

• Learn what a podcast actually is (and what it isn’t)

• Understand the difference between “talking into a mic” and purposeful communication

• Explore why podcasting is a valuable skill in education, media, business, and personal branding

• Get a high-level overview of the podcasting process—from idea and planning to recording, editing, and publishing

• Begin thinking like a podcaster by focusing on audience, purpose, and clarity

This episode sets the tone for the series by emphasizing that podcasting is not about expensive equipment, chasing downloads, or sounding perfect. It’s about communication, organization, storytelling, and consistency. Whether you’re a student learning media production, an educator teaching podcasting in the classroom, or a first-time creator looking for a starting point, this episode provides the mindset and structure needed to move forward with confidence.

Podcasting on Podcasting is designed to be approachable, instructional, and practical—helping listeners grow episode by episode while learning the real process behind successful podcasts.

1. Start with the purpose.
2. Learn the process.
3. Podcast with confidence.