How to name your podcast
There are three camps when it comes to naming your podcast — your own name, something descriptive, or something clever. Shortlist a few candidates, then check what's taken.
Names are hard. Most podcasters land in one of three camps.
You might base it on your own name, opt for something descriptive, or go clever, quirky, or mysterious. The next few microsteps dig into each. Start by drafting a shortlist of potential names, then search a directory or app like Apple Podcasts to see if any are already taken.
If your perfect show name was used by a podcast that stopped publishing ten years ago, frustrating — but plenty of shows share names. Better not to add to the confusion.
Aim for new and unique. That gives your podcast the best chance of being discovered and growing to its potential.
Shortlist 5 candidate names
Quantity first. Don't fall in love with name one — write five, then audit them against Apple Podcasts.