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Start Your Podcast Using Only Your Smartphone!

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Written by Hakim from Firstory
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Podcasting is surprisingly easy—all you need is a phone. This guide covers how to record, edit, and upload to Firstory for free on both iOS and Android.


📱 iOS Users: GarageBand

  1. New Project: Tap the arrow > "My Songs" > "+".

  2. Select Mode: Find "AUDIO RECORDER" and tap "Voice."

  3. Setup:

    • Use wired headphones to avoid latency.

    • Turn on "Monitor" (bottom right) to hear your voice.

    • Recommended Tone: Go to "Fun" > "Clean" for the best vocal quality.

  4. 【CRUCIAL】Disable Length Limit: Tap the track icon (three lines), tap the "+" on the right, and set Section A to "Automatic." By default, it stops at 8 bars.

  5. Record & Edit: Hit the red button. After recording, you can split, delete, or trim the audio.

  6. Export: Go back to "My Songs," long-press the file > "Share" > "Song" > "Open in..." > "Save to Files."


📱 Android Users: CapCut

Firstory supports many audio format, making CapCut an excellent tool for podcasters.

  1. New Project: Select an image (your podcast cover) as the background.

  2. Recording: Go to "Audio" > "Voiceover" and hold the record button.

  3. Editing: Tap the track to split or delete parts. Long-press to move audio.

  4. Export: Tap the export icon at the top right to save your video.


🚀 Upload to Firstory

  1. Select "Upload Episode."

  2. Enter the title, upload your file (.mp3 or .mp4), and write the description.

  3. Click "Publish Now" in the top right.

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