Creating a blog to host your podcast requires just a few simple steps to reach listeners through podcast services like Apple Podcasts.

Before Starting:

• Only blog posts with audio blocks will sync with Apple Podcasts
• The first post must contain an audio block
• RSS feeds display up to 300 most recent episodes

Step-by-Step Setup:

1. Create a Blog Page

• Add a new blog page or use an existing one
• Choose a permanent URL slug to avoid distribution issues
• Each blog post with an audio block becomes a podcast episode

2. Configure Podcast Settings

• Open Pages panel
• Click settings next to your blog page title
• Select Feeds tab
• Click Podcast

3. Add Required Podcast Details

• Title
• Author
• Description
• Cover Art
• Language (optional)
• Copyright (optional)
• Contact Details (optional)

4. Upload Cover Art Requirements:

• Square .jpg or .png file (max 512 KB)
• Size: 1,400px × 1,400px to 3,000px × 3,000px
• RGB color format
• 72 DPI

5. Publish First Episode

• Add a blog post with an audio block
• Only the first audio block per post appears on Apple Podcasts

6. Get RSS Feed URL Format: https://[yoursite].squarespace.com/[yourblog]?format=rss

• Use integrated .squarespace.com URL for stability
• Custom domains work but aren't recommended

7. Submit to Apple Podcasts

• Create/login to Apple ID on Podcasts Connect
• Validate your podcast
• Submit for approval
• Wait for confirmation email

Important Notes:

• Apple Podcasts updates feeds every ~24 hours
• For multiple podcasts, create separate blog pages
• Each blog represents one podcast in subscription services
• Email address required for some services (Spotify, Stitcher)
• Keep URL slugs consistent to avoid feed issues

Your podcast will be live after Apple approves your submission. Continue adding new blog posts with audio blocks to publish new episodes automatically to your feed.

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