Not sure what you want to give the podcaster in your life? We’ve curated a list of our favorite podcasting equipment, gadgets, studio decor, and more to help you find a gift they’ll love. With a ton of goodies across a wide range of prices, there’s something for everyone.
Books
Make Noise
Eric Nuzum
$10.59
This book by NPR legend Eric Nuzum is the podcaster’s bible. We love it so much that all new Grow The Show Accelerator students are gifted a copy. It takes readers on a deep dive into how to develop a show premise and tell great stories, making it perfect for new podcasters looking to learn their craft and experienced podcasters who want to sharpen their skills.
The Slight Edge
Jeff Olson
$22
This book is for podcasters and entrepreneurs who are looking to develop habits that lead to success. It will be your guide to “a way of thinking and a way of processing information that enables you to make the daily choices that will lead you to the success and happiness you desire.”
Expert Secrets
Russel Brunson
$15.88
This book by the founder of Clickfunnels is for the online entrepreneur who is looking to up their business game. It shows them how to position themselves as an expert and turn website visitors into lifelong customers. “By positioning yourself as an expert and telling your story in a way that gets people to move, you will be able to guide people through your value ladder, offer solutions to their problems, and give them the results they are looking for.”
Equipment
For the Beginner:
At Grow The Show, we believe that you don’t need to drop a ton of money on fancy equipment to make a fantastic podcast.
This setup is great for first-timers who want to dip their toes in the water, but who aren’t sure that they want to invest a lot of money yet. You’ll get great-sounding audio, and you won’t have to worry too much about the room that you’re recording in.
Mic Bundle:
$129.00
This mic bundle includes a dynamic microphone, adjustable boom arm, and monitor headphones– everything a podcaster needs to produce an amazing show!
Wind Filter
$3.95
Pro Tip: Don’t skip the wind filter! You’ll get really annoying “POP!” sounds when you use the letter “p” without it
If bundling isn’t your thing, then here are separate pieces of the set:
AT2005USB Mic
$79.00
Desk Mic Stand
$19.99
Budget Over-ear headphones
$49.00
Wind Filter
$3.95
For the Experienced Podcaster:
This setup is great for those who know for sure that they’ll be creating high-quality content for a long time. The microphone is the best podcasting mic money can buy, and the mic stand is smooth and durable, and the headphones are our favorite studio monitors.
Shure MV7
$219.00
Desk Arm Mic Stand
$42.99
Favorite Over-Ear Headphones
$99.99
Software
Quality podcasting software can literally save creators hours of time every week. These are the programs we use to produce edit our own shows, so we can say firsthand that they are so worth it.
Squadcast is a virtual recording studio that records all of your interviews locally. This means that wifi issues and barking dogs won’t necessarily affect the quality of your audio. Plus, the configuration is similar to Zoom’s, so Squadcast is super intuitive to use.
Pro Tip: Use promo code growtheshow at checkout for a discount!
Want a beautiful website without the pain of learning WordPress? Say hello to Podpage. With Podpage, all podcasters have to do is plug in their podcast’s info, and they will have a beautiful, easy-to-maintain website in just a few minutes. Check out one of their websites here.
This software saves our producer hours of work every single week. To use Descript, podcasters upload their raw audio, and it produces a transcript within a few minutes. Then, any edit made to the transcript is reflected directly in the audio. It also has a ton of other cool features like the ability to generate social media-ready audiograms.
Gadgets
Portable Laptop Stand
$89.95
This portable laptop stand can fit in most backpacks and will help to prevent back and neck aches during long work sessions.
Our Favorite Travel Bag
$99.99
This bag is Grow The Show Founder Kevin Chemidlin’s traveling office and studio. In it, he can fit his laptop, keyboard, iPad, Kindle, 2 notebooks, and a travel microphone stand. It’s perfect for the podcaster on the go.
Portable Hard Drive
$49.99
Recording lots of long interviews can start to take a toll on laptop memory space. This portable hard drive will give podcasters a place to store their digital files and while keeping their laptops free from clutter.
Port Adapter
$24.99
Podcasters with newer Macs know the struggle of having to navigate their USB-C ports and adapters. This all-in-one gadget will allow them to easily use their USB microphone and other accessories without having to keep track of multiple adapters.
Fun Stuff
Ornament that Links to Their Podcast
$7.95
This “On The Air” ornament is more than just a decoration. You can give the shop a show’s Spotify or Apple Podcast link and they will add a code that, when scanned with a smartphone, will directly open the podcast feed.
Pro Tip: If you’re getting your gift on Etsy, it’s best to place the order ASAP. Their independent creators can get overwhelmed with orders during the holiday season, which increases their processing times.
Cover Art Print
Prices Vary
Help your favorite podcaster spruce up their studio space with a large print of their podcast cover art. Target‘s photo printing service has a ton of size options and ships quickly. Printkeg, a print shop based in South Carolina is another great option with reasonable pricing and a fast turnaround time.
On Air Sign
$63.50
A light-up “On Air” sign is another fun way to spruce up an office or studio. There are a ton of options ranging in size, material, and price on Etsy, so you’ll be sure to find something that’s right for you. We love this one because of its mid-range price, and because it can either be hung on the wall or propped up on a desk.
Editor’s Notes: Every product on our list is independently selected. However, if you buy something through our links, Grow The Show may earn a small affiliate commission.
The prices in this article reflect the prices of the products at the time this article was published. They are subject to change at the discretion of the sellers.