For audio podcasting, using a USB microphone or headset is recommended because the audio is converted to digital format outside the computer. This is a better arrangement than using a microphone plugged into an audio card, where noise can be picked up from other internal components.
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These are some good ideas of things to include in every podcast. Since they are just suggestions. The order can obviously be changed to fit your podcasting style and anything that doesn't actually fit your particular podcast can simply be omitted.
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