Plan Ahead

What will I talk about?

• Pick a straightforward topic. The simpler it is, the stickier it will be with your audience.

• Remember that this isn’t a podcast. Listeners tune in to be a part of something happening in real time.

What do I need to set up a Livecast- the first impression?

• Pick a show title that you will always stick with to build brand recognition, followed by a subtitle that is eye-catching and descriptive about your show today. This is a key step in getting the audience interested before tuning in.

• Use a 1400x1400 pixel cover image that relates to the topic and tone of your show.

• The “Greetings” message is the first thing users see when they enter your Livecast - make it count!

• Schedule your Livecast so people can see it in advance, and start on time.

How will people know about my Livecast?

• Recruit friends to join the chat and dial in and boost participation.

• Promote your show! Spread the word by posting your showroom link on social media in advance.

• Your show may be listed on the top position in Castbox Livecast section.

• Remind listeners to follow you, so they can be notified for your next Livecast.

• Take advantage of extra features such as: alert your fans, mark explicit content, hold an invite-only session, or record and upload your Livecast.

Where should I host my Livecast?

• Castbox reaches most countries in the world. Currently, English Livecast shows will reach English speaking countries, i.e., the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, and New Zealand. In general, 7 AM to 5 PM is Castbox busy hours with the heaviest traffic. Based on your topics, pick a local time that can reach the widest audience.

Where should I be when hosting my Livecast?

• Pick a quiet place with good sound quality.

• If you have a recording booth and mic, use them. Don’t have a booth? Rugs and other fabrics can absorb unwanted background noise.

What if I’m nervous about speaking to fans in real-time?

• Prepare an outline for structure.

• Rehearse! While you may want your Livecast to be a natural, spontaneous event, it’s a good idea to practice ahead of time to get some of the kinks out.

• Practice for the real thing: use private mode and try recording and uploading the file.

• Build in interactive moments during your show. Develop a quiz or some simple opinion-based questions to encourage audience engagement.

• Invite a co-host or guest to have a dialogue and encourage discussion.

• Make it fun by hosting a raffle or lucky draw giveaway event for fans. Castbox can help support this!

During Livecast

Pro Tip: Interaction is KEY!

• Call out listeners when they enter the room, make them feel welcome! Reply to their comments, and thank them for gifts - always by name.

• Encourage your listeners to participate: they can dial in, type messages if they’re shy, or show appreciation with virtual hearts and gifts.

• Remind your listeners to enable microphone access in their phones when they dial in.

• Ask listeners about their opinions on certain topics and ask them to share their personal experiences.

• Remind listeners to follow you, so they can be notified for your next Livecast.

• If you feel that listeners are losing attention, try another angle.

• Remember to let listeners know when to tune in to your next Livecast.

• Your audience is important: ask for feedback - what topics are they interested in for next time?

Post Livecast

• Upload your recording as a “Replay” episode.

• Listen to your recording and determine what can be improved for next time.

• Schedule your next session.

• Post to your social media accounts.

• Ask Castbox to feature your Livecast: livecast@castbox.fm

• Join “Livecast Host Community 1” WhatsApp group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/IP36fsG1bcKFYVxY9PRkvb