Start your own show — a simple, five-step guide
You don’t need a studio or a big budget to share good stories. This toolkit walks you from idea to published episode, then helps you get featured across the network.
1. Find your angle
Pick one clear promise: whose stories, and why they matter. A tight focus (“local faith at work,” “young believers,” “marketplace ministry”) beats a general show every time.
- Name your show in 3–5 words
- Write a one-sentence description
- Decide audio-only (podcast) or video (stream)
2. Keep the gear simple
You do not need a studio. A USB microphone, headphones, and a quiet room get you 90% of the way. Record remote guests over a browser tool.
- USB mic + headphones
- Quiet, soft-furnished room
- Free/low-cost recording (Riverside, Zoom, or Audacity)
3. Structure a 15–25 min episode
A repeatable format makes shows easy to produce and easy to follow. Aim for tight, encouraging, and honest.
- Warm 60-second welcome + today’s theme
- 10–15 min story or conversation
- A takeaway + one clear next step for listeners
4. Publish where people already listen
Record, do a light edit, then post. Consistency (same day each week) matters more than polish.
- Host on Spotify for Podcasters, Apple, or YouTube
- Use a clear square cover image + episode titles
- Publish on a predictable weekly rhythm
5. Submit it to the network
Once you have an episode (or a trailer), submit your show so it can be featured on Emerging Voices and shared with the community.
- Add your listen/watch link
- Share a one-line mission
- We review and feature approved shows
The “Good Light Story” segment kit
Christian radio and stream partners can carry a free, ready-to-air weekly segment: a short, true story of faith, hope, or generosity from the community. We supply the story; you share the light with your listeners.
90–120 seconds
Drop-in length that fits any morning or drive-time block.
Weekly & free
A fresh, vetted story each week at no cost to the station.
Ready to air
Clean copy and audio, with a simple credit to the network.
Questions about starting a show or carrying the segment? Get in touch.