I've begun the process of creating my podcast via aureal (don't expect to hear anything soon, it'll be after I've moved and created a recording area before the voice bit happens).
One thing I've been pondering over is theme music, the linked article has helped formulate some ideas on that - as well as my need to think about a proper introductory spot.
https://www.neosounds.com/articles/creating-a-killer-podcast-intro-using-background-music
For those interested the podcast is called From This Side of the Pond.
It's a Brit's take on the USA in 15m segments. I've recorded a few on Limor, and links are available on my twitter. These are more plain readings of the written essays, some of them with poor backgroumd noise.
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My podcast art is a picture used under licence from friend and photographer Kirsten Alana. I then used Canva to add lettering.
If anyone else is looking to licence photos, Kirsten has a great selection from around the world, and will be happy to negotiate a price with you.
You can can get in contact via her website
https://kirstenalana.com
Good luck with your podcast, Stuart.🙏
If your fiction writing is any indication, I expect it to be a smashing success.
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I've used Pond5 and Melod.ie to license music. Although there are plenty of Creative Commons attribution based music.
my problem is deciding on suitable music - as with artwork and graphic design, music is not my forte.
but thanks for the suggestions!