How to Make Money With a Podcast Using Riverside.fm

It seems like everyone and their mother has a podcast these days, right? Don’t get me wrong — I love podcasts. But with so many people jumping into the world of audio content, it made me wonder: is there money in it? In today’s post, I’m going to walk you through my journey of producing my very first podcast episode using just a microphone and Riverside FM. We’ll discover together just how easy (or hard) it is to start a podcast and explore different ways to monetize your audio content.

Step 1: Picking Your Niche (aka Your Podcast Style)

Before you groan at the word “niche,” let me clarify what I mean. By niche, I’m talking about the style and format of your podcast. Are you going to fly solo with a one-person show? Will you conduct interviews? Maybe you’re focusing on educational topics, or perhaps you’re leaning into storytelling. Personally, I’m a big fan of true crime podcasts. Whatever you choose, make sure it’s something you’re passionate about and can sustain over time.

Step 2: Planning Your Podcast Content

Once you’ve decided on your podcast style, it’s time to plan. Many podcast creators prefer to map out their topics…