Guide · Formats

A solo podcast, kept simple.

A solo show is the simplest to record and the hardest to keep interesting. It relies on a clear point of view and good preparation.

What the format is

One host speaks directly to the listener, with no guest. It suits experts and commentators with a strong subject.

How an episode is shaped

A structure that tends to work:

  • Prepare an outline, not a script to read.
  • Speak as if to one person.
  • Keep each episode on one topic.
  • Stop when you have made the point.

What production involves

With one voice, small flaws are more audible: mouth noise, breaths and room echo. Clean capture and gentle editing keep the voice natural.

  • A close microphone in a soft room.
  • Remove noise but keep natural breathing.
  • Short episodes at first.

How radio.app produces it

You record; we make the podcast. We clean and level the voices, build the intro and sound, edit the solo format to your structure and deliver finished episodes to one loudness standard. See the production process and the plans.

Questions

Questions, answered.

How long should a solo episode be?

Often ten to twenty minutes. A solo voice is tiring to follow for longer unless the content is very strong.

Can you produce this format for us?

Yes, we produce finished episodes from your recordings. Tell us the format, length and how often you plan to publish, and we will propose scope and timing.

Tell us about your podcast.

Share what you want to record, who it’s for and how often. We’ll reply with a proposed scope and timing.