Listener Q&A

Austin Cast is a resource covering Austin podcasting and broadcasting: studios, shows, equipment, broadcast history, and the Austin audio scene. It is part of the WholeTech Network of 110+ websites, each focused on a specific topic.

No state income tax, a lower cost of living than LA or NYC, a creative culture that supports independent media — and real momentum. The Joe Rogan Experience moved here in 2020, iHeartMedia operates here, Spotify has Austin offices, and 500+ active podcasts are produced in the city.

A starter setup can be one USB microphone (Audio-Technica ATR2100x, around $80) and free software like Audacity or GarageBand. The common Austin upgrade path is a Shure SM7B with an audio interface, plus hosting on Buzzsprout, Libsyn, Transistor, or Spotify for Podcasters. See the equipment guide.

Yes. Austin has multiple podcast studios for rent with pro mics, soundproofing, cameras for video podcasts, and engineering support — typically $50–200/hour. Several coworking spaces also offer sound-treated podcast rooms by the hour. See the studios section.

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Content is updated regularly as new information becomes available, and the news desk runs daily. The site was rebuilt in April 2026 and redesigned in June 2026.