EdTech Podcasting

Core Podcasting Kits

There are 4 Core Podcasting Kits available for checkout. Each kit is composed of the following items.

1 x RODE PodMic with Windscreen (XLR)

1 x Auray BAI-2X Two-Section Broadcast Arm

1 x Shure SRH840 Over-Ear Headphones

1 x Zoom H4n Pro 4-Input / 4-Track Portable Handy Recorder

1 x 32GB SD Card

Additional hardware

In addition to these core podcasting kits, there are additional items available for checkout. These can be used on their own or in combination with the pre-built kits.

2 x CAD E50 Equitek Large-Diaphragm Mic (XLR) with pop filter

1 x Shure SRH840 Over-Ear Headphones

2 x Zoom U-22 2x2 USB Audio Interface (XLR to USB)

2 x Tripod Microphone Stand with Fixed Boom

You could also rent this entire additional hardware as a Two Person Kit. This will require the use of a laptop and recording software and is meant to be used as a tabletop setup.

Checkout Process

The kits and individual equipment can be checked out for up to one week at a time, with the possibility of extending the checkout time, depending on demand. To check out this equipment, you will need to book an appointment with the EdTech Specialist, Aurelio Puente. In this 30 minute appointment, you will get an overview of the equipment as well as the opportunity to ask questions.

You can book an appointment at www.bookap.youcanbook.me. In your booking details, state your request to check out a podcasting kit and any additional hardware you are looking to borrow. This appointment will also serve as the start date for your reservation. If there is no hardware available, Aurelio will contact you with alternative dates prior to your appointment.

Software recommendations

Audacity – Free, PC, Mac, or Linux: https://www.audacityteam.org/

Podcast Hosting: https://audio.com/ 

Adobe’s Podcast Tools: https://podcast.adobe.com/

Adobe Audition: Available in the Resource Lab in Watzek

Additional resources

IT Service Desk Loaners

Additional microphones are available through the IT Service Desk. Please visit their website to learn more or stop by the IT Service Desk on the first floor of Watzek Library.

Tips and Tricks

• NPR’s Guide To Sound
• Sound Advice - The NPR guide to student podcasting
• Buzz Sprout - How to start a podcast
• Think Media - How to create a podcast for beginners

If you believe there are items that would be beneficial to your podcasting experience, but are not listed here, please email apuente@lclark.edu with information about the item, as well as how it could enhance the podcasting kit experience.

If you have questions or need assistance using your kit, submit a ticket with the subject line “EdTech Podcasting Kit” at itservice@lclark.edu. If you are a faculty looking to know about the Podcasting workshops or resources EdTech offers, email edtech@lclark.edu.