How to Start a Podcast in Ireland | Podcast Launch Package | Podlad

Start a Podcast in Ireland — Dublin Based

Your podcast. Set up properly. With someone local who knows what they're doing.

Three guided sessions. Your first episode recorded. A show that's live, professional and simple enough to run yourself — from day one.

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Two minutes. Everything you need to know.

Not sure if this is right for you? Watch this first — then decide.

Sound familiar?

You know what you want to say. You just haven't started yet.

Not because you lack ideas. Every time you look into it, you hit a wall.

Which microphone? Which hosting platform? What does RSS mean? How do you get onto Spotify? What should the first episode actually sound like?

Most people spend weeks going in circles. Then they give up before they record a single word.

This package removes that wall entirely.

How it works

Three focused sessions. Step by step. Nothing left to figure out alone.

Session 1

Technical setup

Recording environment, mic setup and audio settings. No guesswork. No buying gear you don't need.

Session 2

Strategy and structure

Who your show is for. What it sounds like. How long episodes should be. What you say in the first 30 seconds.

Session 3

Hosting and launch

We set up your hosting together and submit to every major platform. You leave this session live.

Custom cover art designed for your show
A ready-to-use episode structure template you keep forever
A simple recording checklist so every episode sounds consistent
Submitted to Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and all major platforms
Email support between sessions — no question goes unanswered

Choose your package

Pick the level of support that suits you.

Launch

Launch Package

€750

plus VAT

Three guided sessions, cover art and full platform setup. Everything you need to go live and record on your own schedule.

Three one-hour guided sessions
Custom cover art
Episode template and recording checklist
Full platform setup and submission
Email support throughout

Built for professionals who have something worth saying.

A consultant, coach, therapist, solicitor or business owner who sees a podcast as a credibility tool
Someone who has tried to figure it out alone and kept hitting a wall
Someone who wants to work with one person — not submit a form and get passed around a team
Someone who doesn't want a monthly production bill — just a solid foundation they can build on themselves
Someone who wants to own their show fully and run it themselves once they're set up

After this, you run your own show. No monthly fees. No agency dependency. Just a clean, professional podcast with your name on it.

Why work with a local podcast producer

One person. Not an agency. Based in Dublin.

Most podcast companies in Ireland are agencies. You fill in a form, get a quote, and speak to a different person every time. Nobody knows your market or your context.

I'm Bren Russell. I've been working in audio for over 15 years — across radio, broadcasting and podcast production for clients in Ireland and internationally. I left RTÉ to build Podlad independently and I've been producing shows for clients around the world ever since.

When we work together, you get one person who will tell you honestly what works — and what doesn't. That's the difference.

What clients say

Trusted by podcasters across Ireland and beyond.

"I gave Bren the task to help us start our podcast, and he went above and beyond the original outline. He showed us the kind of additional value he could add without us even asking."

Podlad client — verified Google review

"Bren has been a trusted and key member of my podcast since just after I launched. His guidance and expertise have been critical in the growth of my podcast. A professional service with superb communication and zero hassle."

Podlad client — verified Google review

"Bren was so easy to work with. He always delivered on time, was communicative and very professional. I was very pleased with his work."

Podlad client — verified Google review

Common questions

Everything you need to know before booking.

How long does the whole process take?

Most people are live within two to three weeks. We move at your pace.

What microphone do I need?

I'll tell you exactly what to get in Session 1. Most people spend less than €80. You don't need more than that to start.

I've never recorded anything before. Is that a problem?

That's exactly who this is for. No experience needed.

Will I be able to run the podcast myself after this?

Yes. That's the whole point. I keep the process as simple as possible so you can record and publish consistently without needing a producer every time.

Which package should I choose?

If you want to get set up and take it from there yourself, the Launch Package is the right fit. If you want to record your first episode with guidance so you know exactly how to do it, go for Launch + First Episode. If you want to launch with a trailer and two produced episodes already live, the Running Start package gives you that momentum from day one.

What platforms will I be on?

Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music and any others you want. We do this together in Session 3.

Can we meet in person?

Yes. I'm based in Dublin and happy to work in person if that suits you better.

Do you offer ongoing production after the launch?

Yes — as a separate service. Many clients launch independently and come back when they want to grow. There's no pressure either way.

Podlad is an Irish podcast production company founded by Bren Russell, a podcast producer based in Dublin, Ireland. Specialising in podcast launch, strategy and production for individuals and businesses across Ireland. Whether you are searching for how to start a podcast in Ireland, podcast producer Ireland, podcast company Ireland, podcast consultant Dublin or podcast production Ireland — this is where to start.