Video Podcasting Cheat Sheet for Beginners

A checklist for simplifying recording, editing, and sharing video podcasts – all on your iPhone.

Setup Your iPhone in

60 Seconds

Get Detail

Download Detail in the iOS App Store for free on your iPhone or iPad to get started with your remote or in-person podcast or interview in just a few taps.

Connect audio

Record with the built-in microphones of both devices, or connect Lightning or USB-C microphones to your iPhones or iPads.

Invite your guest

Connect 2 devices nearby by opening Detail on 2 iPhones or iPads in the same room or connect remotely and share an invite link with your guest.

Record together

Tap record to capture high-quality audio and video on both devices. Record with the built-in microphones, or connect external mics.

Sync the footage

After recording, high-quality video and audio automatically syncs. You can instantly edit and share your video.

Gear Guide

Beginner Podcaster

For 30-60 USD

2 to 4 Guests
1 or 2 iPhones or iPads
1 or 2 wireless microphone sets like the Boya Wireless lavalier microphones

2 to 4 Guests
1 or 2 iPhones or iPads
1 or 2 wireless microphone sets like the Boya Wireless lavalier microphones

2 to 4 Guests
1 or 2 iPhones or iPads
1 or 2 wireless microphone sets like the Boya Wireless lavalier microphones

Top Pick

Pro Audio and Video

Pro Audio & Video

For 140 USD

2 Guests
2 iPhones or iPads
2 Audio Technica ATR2100x-USB microphones with USB-C connection
(2 Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapters)

2 Guests
2 iPhones or iPads
2 Audio Technica ATR2100x-USB microphones with USB-C connection
(2 Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapters)

2 Guests
2 iPhones or iPads
2 Audio Technica ATR2100x-USB microphones with USB-C connection
(2 Apple Lightning to USB Camera Adapters)

Record with 3 or 4 people

For 360 USD

Phone Mounts

Between 25-70 USD

Don't overlook the importance of stable phone mounts. The ATUMTEK selfie stick with tripod ($25) and the SmallRig 71" Camera Tripod ($70) are excellent choices.

Basic Lighting

Natural Light Setup

The easiest way to get good lighting is just by using natural light. The light source should be in front of your subjects.

OR

Basic Fill Light

If you want a bit more control over your lighting you can upgrade with a basic fill light.

Video Podcast Setups

Close up Setup

Connect two devices and place each rear camera facing each person – guest and host.

Easily get started with just one iPhone. Shoot 2-person interviews or podcasts, using front and back recording.

Remote Setup

Looking to record a remote podcast or two-person interview? Then just connect remotely and share an invite link with your guest.

Wide + Close up Setup

Connect two devices and place one iPhone camera capturing guest and host, and the other facing the guest.

Looking to record a remote podcast or just want two more dynamic angles? Then just connect two iPhones or iPads.

Publish Your Video Podcast

Hosting

Store your podcast content with a video-compatible plaform and automate sharing to listening platforms.

Spotify for Podcasters (top pick)

YouTube (top pick)
Podbean
Libsyn

Distribution

Publish with a video postcast hosting platform or publish directly to YouTube.

Listening directories for video podcasts:

Spotify
YouTube
Apple
Pocket Casts

Promote Your Podcast

Use Detail's AI-powered share features to auto generate short clips, transcript, audio, titles and captions – helping you get multiple pieces of content from one episode.

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A video production crew in your pocket.