Finchley Academy

Finchley Academy

October 22, 2026 · 5 min read How to Record and Review a Podcast Pilot

A podcast pilot is a trial episode used to test the show and the work needed to produce it. Record with a small set of questions you want answered, then review...

October 22, 2026 · 5 min read Using Music, Images and Clips in a Podcast: A Planning Guide

Before putting music, photographs or other people's clips into a podcast, check whether your intended use is covered by permission, a suitable licence or an app...

October 22, 2026 · 5 min read Podcast Guest Release Forms: What to Agree Before Recording

A podcast guest release records what the guest and producer agree about recording and using a contribution.

October 22, 2026 · 5 min read How to Structure a Podcast Episode Before Recording

Structure a podcast episode around one clear promise to the listener, then arrange the conversation so each section advances it.

October 22, 2026 · 4 min read How Long Should a Podcast Episode Be?

A podcast episode should be long enough to deliver its promised value and short enough to avoid unnecessary repetition.

October 22, 2026 · 5 min read Podcast Guests and AI: Permissions to Discuss Before Recording

Discuss planned AI uses with podcast guests before recording, and describe each use clearly.

October 22, 2026 · 8 min read Podcast Studio Booking Guide: Plan Your London Recording

Booking a podcast studio in London becomes easier when you separate five decisions: what you want to publish, who will attend, what the studio will record, who...

October 22, 2026 · 4 min read How to Host Your First Podcast Interview

To host your first podcast interview, choose one useful question for the episode to answer, research your guest and prepare a flexible sequence of themes.

October 22, 2026 · 5 min read How to Feel More Confident on a Video Podcast

Feeling more confident on a video podcast usually starts with making the recording situation familiar. Try a short filmed conversation, check your position and...

October 22, 2026 · 5 min read How to Brief a Podcast Guest Before Recording

A useful podcast guest briefing explains the audience, subject, recording arrangements and intended use of the conversation.

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