Why Google matters
• Use Google Drive, Docs, Sheets, and Calendar to plan, script, schedule guests, and keep reminders.
• Use Google Sites to build a simple public hub for your show and community.

Building your site (Google Sites)
• Go to sites.google.com and start with a blank site or a template.
• Replace the default header with your own:
– Add your background image.
– Add your show logo for brand consistency.
• Add sections using drag-and-drop blocks:
– “About” section (who you are / what the show is about).
– Image or video next to your text.
– Links to favorite locations (you can even drop in maps).

Social + identity
• Add social links (Facebook, Instagram, Spotify, etc.).
• Style the section:
– Add a header like “Social Media.”
– Change font, color, alignment.
– Drag sections around to reorder.

Embed your podcast player
• In Podbean (or your host), copy the embed widget code.
• Back in Google Sites, use “Embed,” paste the code.
• Your player shows up on the page and updates automatically when you upload new episodes.
• You can add a text box next to it for episode notes or highlights.

Add media and extras
• Insert YouTube videos (behind the scenes, promos, etc.).
• Add captions or context next to each video.
• Change section backgrounds, colors, and theme to match your brand.
• Embed your Google Calendar so listeners can see upcoming drops, guest appearances, live events.

Build pages and navigation
• Use the Pages tab to add more pages (ex: “Episodes,” “Chick-Fil-A Reviews,” etc.).
• Navigation bar is created for you automatically.
• Each page can be customized with its own content (photos, jokes, reviews, whatever fits your brand).

Publish the site
• Click Publish.
• Default URL is sites.google.com/view/yourname.
• Control who can view it and whether it’s searchable.
• You can connect a custom domain:
– Buy one directly through Google (example: ~ $12/year).
– Or point a domain you already bought (GoDaddy, etc.) to this site.
• You can also get a matching email (like jason@istreamshowwithjason.com).

Final tips
• Keep the site updated with:
– About info
– Episode list
– Links to socials
– Resources you mention
• Day-to-day updates still live on social (Instagram, Facebook). The site is your hub.
• Lean on your network:
– Trade skills (graphics, web tweaks, guest spots).
– Build community as you build the site.