Secondary Research Sources

Source
https://www.yellowbrick.co/blog/sports/top-tips-for-successful-sports-podcasting/.

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Define Your Niche
Before diving into the world of sports podcasting, it’s essential to identify your niche. Sports
is a broad category, so narrowing down your focus will help you attract a more dedicated
and engaged audience. Whether it’s a specific sport, a particular team, or a specific aspect
of the sports industry, having a defined niche will make your podcast stand out from the
crowd.

Research and Preparation

Like any other venture, proper research and preparation are crucial for sports podcasting
success. Familiarize yourself with the latest trends and developments in the sports industry.
Stay up to date with current events, player transfers, game analysis, and other relevant
topics. This will not only make your podcast more informative but also help you build
credibility with your audience.

Equipment and Sound Quality

Investing in quality podcasting equipment is essential to ensure that your audio sounds
professional and engaging. A good microphone, headphones, and audio editing software are
vital tools for any podcaster. Additionally, pay attention to your recording environment, as
background noise can be distracting. Find a quiet space and consider soundproofing
measures to improve the overall sound quality of your podcast.

Engaging Content and Format

To keep your audience hooked, it’s crucial to create engaging and compelling content. Plan
your episodes in advance and structure them in a way that flows naturally. Consider
including segments like interviews with athletes, industry experts, or fellow podcasters.
Incorporate storytelling techniques, share personal anecdotes, and encourage audience
interaction through social media platforms or live Q&A sessions.

Evaluation
This source is useful as it gives detailed information and tips for making a successful sports
podcast. One of the things it talks about is how you need to identify your niche and narrow
your focus down to specific topics and events. When it comes to doing my podcast, I’ll make
sure I talk about topics that other podcasts won’t talk about and do pieces on a variety of
sports. Another thing it talks about is how you need to do your research on relevant topics

Source
https://www.acast.com/blog/podcaster-resources/want-to-know-how-to-start-a-sports-
podcast-heres-your-game-plan.

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A hook
As with any successful podcast, you need a solid hook. Are you an expert in your field? Your
club or team’s biggest fan, with an unrivalled knowledge of its history? Can you comment on
your sport in a way that isn’t covered by anyone else? Maybe you’re just funnier than
everyone else?

Listener engagement
Sports fans are some of the most engaged podcast listeners out there, so the audience
should be at the heart of everything you do.

Many successful sports podcasts have a dedicated fan section in the show, where listeners
can send in their hot takes from the latest game or ask questions for the hosts to answer.
Give them a space to sound-off for themselves.

Evaluation
This source is useful as it gives multiple, helpful tips on how to start a sports podcast. One of
the things it talks about is how you need a solid hook for your podcast, such as being an
expert in your field or being your club/team’s biggest fan. When it comes to doing my own
podcast I’ll make sure I have a hook that stands out to my target audience and makes them
want to listen to my podcast, such as interviewing some of the biggest, upcoming stars in the
world of sport and talking about the biggest topics in every sport. Another thing it talks about
is how you should engage with your audience and have things like a dedicated fan section in
the show. When it comes to doing my podcast, I won’t be able to do any of the above due to
it being the first episode but I will try to promote fan interaction for future episodes during or
just before the outro.

Source
https://podcastlaunchlab.com/how-to-start-a-sports-podcast-in-2023/.

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Step 4: Record and Edit Your Episodes

With your format and equipment in place, it’s time to bring your podcast to life by recording
and editing your episodes. Find a quiet and comfortable space to record, ensure your
equipment is functioning correctly, and start recording. Speak clearly, engage your audience,
and infuse your unique personality into each episode.

After recording, use audio editing software to fine-tune your episodes. Eliminate any
background noise, incorporate intro/outro music, and edit out mistakes or awkward pauses.
Effective editing is instrumental in enhancing your podcast’s overall quality and
professionalism, making it more appealing to both listeners and search engines.

Evaluation
This source is useful as it gives detailed tips on how to start a sports podcast. One of the
things it talks about is how you need to speak clearly and infuse your personality into each
episode. When it comes to doing my podcast, I’ll make sure I don’t slur my words or stutter
whilst doing my scripted parts and use an entertaining and intriguing tone of voice that will
appeal to my target audience. Another thing it talks about is how you need to edit your
podcast so that the audio is of high quality and the podcast itself comes across as
 professional. When it comes to doing my podcast, I’ll make sure I use Adobe Premiere Pro
to edit the speaking parts off my podcast and to add any background music and sound
effects where necessary.

Source
https://staatalent.com/making-your-sports-podcast-stand-out/.

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Have a narrow focus
Choose a subject about which you are passionate and then create a niche within that
subject. There are thousands of podcasts about the NBA. It will be nearly impossible to
stand out above the noise. Instead, focus on a narrow segment of the NBA. For example,
players from the state of Pennsylvania or from the Colonial Athletic Association.

Don’t be lazy
Put the same effort into your podcast as you would if you were broadcasting on ESPN
Radio. Have a pre-produced show open, use branding and teasing, use actualities, develop
topics, etc. Always give your best because you never know who is listening.

Content is king
If you are producing creative, entertaining and unique content, word will spread and people
will find you.

Include interviews
Your audience doesn’t want to always here just you. Occasionally feature guests on your
podcast. Use Skype to record the calls. PowerGrammo can improve the audio quality of your
Skype call. Pamela is a service that offers free Skype call recording.

Evaluation
This source is useful as it gives multiple, straight to the point tips on how to make a good
sports podcast. One of the things it talks about is how it’s important to choose a subject
which you’re passionate about and then create a niche within that subject. When it comes to
doing my own podcast, I’ll make sure I talk about sports that I’m passionate about and know
a lot about as it will make it easier for me to create content for the show and make it sound
appealing to my target audience as what I say would come across as very knowledgeable.
From this, I will also make sure I don’t discuss topics that my target audience would’ve heard
from other podcasts as it would prevent my podcast from standing out and make it less
appealing for my target audience to listen to. Another thing it talks about is how you’ve got to
put effort into your podcast and always give your best. It also goes onto talk about pre-
planning things like the intro and developing your topics throughout the podcast. . When it
comes to doing my podcast I’ll make sure I put my all into it and show that off to my
audience by the tone of my voice and how articulate I speak. I’ll also make sure I write out a
script beforehand so that I know what to say for the scripted parts such as the intro and
outro. I’ll also make sure I record these bits separately so that I can make them as perfect as
possible as I’ll be editing everything together in post production anyway. Another thing it
talks about is how you’ll appeal to people and get them noticing your podcast if you create
unique content. When it comes to doing my own podcast I’ll make sure I create content that
is unique and is different from other podcasts as people are less likely to listen if there’s
 content that they’ve heard on other podcasts. Another thing it talks about is how I should
feature guests on my podcast and interviews. When it comes to doing my podcast I’ll make
sure I include at least one interview and potentially have a guest with me at some point too.

Source
https://bretboonepodcast.com/uncategorized/how-to-create-a-good-sports-podcast/.

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2. Get the Right Equipment

To create a good podcast, you need more than just a microphone. You’ll also need a digital
recorder, headphones, and editing software. Investing in quality equipment will help you
produce a high-quality show.

5. Vet Your Guests

When you have a guest on your podcast, it’s important to make sure they’re reputable. Do
your research and make sure you’re comfortable with the person you’re interviewing. Guests
with bad reputations can ruin your show’s credibility. Even if they are just enthusiasts, make
sure they know what they are talking about and use acceptable language.

Evaluation
This source is useful as it gives multiple different tips on how to create a good sports
podcast. One of the things it talks about is how to make sure that your equipment is of high
quality as it will translate into a high quality show. When it comes to doing my own podcast,
I’ll make sure to use the radio room as it’s the highest quality piece of equipment that’s
available to me. Another thing it talks about is how you need to be comfortable with the
guest you’re interviewing and do your research on them beforehand. When it comes to doing
my own podcast, I’ll make sure to include an interviewee that I know is reliable and will be
appealing enough to my target audience, as well as one that is willing to cooperate with me
and what I want for the podcast.

Source
https://www.podpod.com/article/1851123/why-sports-podcasts-slam-dunk-versus-traditional-
media.

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The ability to have complete freedom of speech is just one of the reasons why sports
podcasts have become so popular, especially ones that are fronted by former athletes who
can share their personal experiences on their careers with fans.

Sports podcasting also brings in an element of storytelling which makes them more
personable and intimate.

Evaluation
This source is useful as it discusses why sports podcasts have become so popular with fans.
One of the things it talks about is how the ability to have freedom of speech is one of the
reasons why sports podcasts are so popular. When it comes to doing my own podcast, I’ll
make sure I give my opinions on certain topics in segments where this is possible. I’ll also
make sure that I ask probing questions to my interviewee so that they give more personal
and opinionated responses. Another thing it talks about is sports podcasts bring an element
of storytelling which also appeals to audiences and makes them more personal and intimate.
When it comes to doing my own podcast, I’ll make sure to ask my interviewee more personal
questions in order to get more personal responses out of them which should hopefully
engage my target audience.