{"id":15718,"date":"2023-02-01T12:20:20","date_gmt":"2023-02-01T20:20:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/?p=15718"},"modified":"2023-02-03T07:50:15","modified_gmt":"2023-02-03T15:50:15","slug":"blog-vs-podcast","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/blog-vs-podcast\/","title":{"rendered":"Blog vs Podcast: 14 Differences and How to Decide Which to Start (First)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Are you trying to decide whether to create a <strong>blog vs podcast<\/strong>? Both blogs and podcasts are fantastic tools for getting your message out there, building an online audience, and reaching your business goals.<\/p>\n<p>But which should you go for?<\/p>\n<p>Blogging and podcasting sometimes get discussed in the same breath \u2014 but they\u2019re really quite different, involving different skills, equipment, and approaches.<\/p>\n<p>You don\u2019t want to spend weeks, months, even years working on a blog only to find out that a podcast would have helped you reach your goals much faster \u2014 or vice versa.<\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re going to take a look at what exactly blogs and podcasts are, how they differ, and what types of businesses they\u2019re best for.<\/p>\n<h2>Blog vs Podcast: 14 Differences and How to Decide Which to Start (First)<\/h2>\n<ol>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#blog-vs-podcast\">Blog vs Podcast: What\u2019s the Difference?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#blog\">5 Reasons to Start a Blog (First)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#podcast\">5 Reasons to Start a Podcast (First)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#business\">Blog vs Podcast: Which is Better for Your Business?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#time\">Can You Start a Blog and Podcast at the Same Time?<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"#experiment\">Experiment for Yourself (and Track Your Success)<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<div class='tm-click-to-tweet'><div class='tm-ctt-text'><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/share?text=Blog+vs+Podcast%3A+14+Differences+and+How+to+Decide+Which+to+Start+%28First%29&amp;via=TheRyanRobinson&amp;related=TheRyanRobinson&amp;url=https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/blog-vs-podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"Blog vs Podcast: 14 Differences and How to Decide Which to Start (First)\">Blog vs Podcast: 14 Differences and How to Decide Which to Start (First)<\/a><\/div><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/share?text=Blog+vs+Podcast%3A+14+Differences+and+How+to+Decide+Which+to+Start+%28First%29&amp;via=TheRyanRobinson&amp;related=TheRyanRobinson&amp;url=https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/blog-vs-podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" class=\"tm-ctt-btn\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"Click To Post on\">Click To Post on <i class='fa fa-twitter-x'><\/i><\/a><div class='tm-ctt-tip'><\/div><\/div>\n<p><b>Disclosure:<\/b> Please note that some of the links below are affiliate links and at no additional cost to you, I\u2019ll earn a commission. Know that I only recommend products and services I\u2019ve personally used and stand behind. When you use one of my affiliate links, the company compensates me, which helps me run this blog and keep my in-depth content free of charge for readers (like you).<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #fdf2d0;\">Real quick, whether you decide to go with blogging or podcasting first (for now), I want you to bookmark my two ultimate guides that\u2019ll teach you <i>everything<\/i> you need to know about getting started down a successful path with these two platforms:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/how-start-blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"How to Start a Blog (and Make Money): The Ultimate Guide to Blogging\">How to Start a Blog (and Make Money): The Ultimate Guide to Blogging<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/how-to-start-a-podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"How to Start a Podcast (and Make Money): The Ultimate Guide to Podcasting\">How to Start a Podcast (and Make Money): The Ultimate Guide to Podcasting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Now, let\u2019s get into our breakdown of how blogging and podcasting are different.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"blog-vs-podcast\"><\/a>What\u2019s the Difference Between a Blog and a Podcast?<\/h2>\n<p><b>A blog is a type of website with regular new content.<\/b> This might be news stories, articles, or even poems or pieces of fiction.<\/p>\n<p>If you\u2019re blogging to support a business, or if your blog is the cornerstone of your business, you\u2019ll likely be writing articles that draw in potential customers. You need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/best-web-hosting-plans\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"web hosting account\">web hosting account<\/a> in order to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/how-start-blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"start a blog\">start a blog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><b>A podcast is like an online radio show with regular episodes. <\/b>It will likely have an accompanying website, but it doesn\u2019t have to.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019ll normally be accessible through services like iTunes, Spotify, and Stitcher. You need a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/best-podcast-hosting\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"podcast hosting platform\">podcast hosting platform<\/a> in order to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/how-to-start-a-podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"start a podcast\">start a podcast<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>The most obvious difference between them is the medium. Blog posts are written \u2014 though they can, and usually should, include images. Podcasts are spoken.<\/p>\n<p>Some businesses run both a blog and a podcast. For instance, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/blog-examples\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"Darren Rowse\">Darren Rowse<\/a> has the ProBlogger blog as well as the ProBlogger podcast.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/michaelhyatt.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener external noreferrer\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">Michael Hyatt<\/a> has a blog on his website as well as two podcasts: Lead to Win (hosted by Michael and his daughter Megan) and Focus on This (led by Michael\u2019s team).<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #fdf2d0;\">Note though that both Darren and Michael didn\u2019t launch their podcasts straight away. They established their blogs first, then turned to podcasting.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>So should you start a blog or podcast? Which is better? Well \u2014 it depends. There are advantages (and drawbacks) to both.<\/p>\n<p>And ultimately, which one you opt for depends on both your business and your personal skills and preferences.<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s take a look at the reasons to opt for each, which highlight the difference between these mediums.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"blog\"><\/a>5 Great Reasons to Start a Blog (First)<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15726\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1288116976.jpg\" alt=\"man blogging with graphics\" width=\"1254\" height=\"836\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1288116976.jpg 1254w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1288116976-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1288116976-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1288116976-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1254px) 100vw, 1254px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>If these reasons resonate with you, a blog might be the best option for you to wade into first.<\/p>\n<h3>1. You Enjoy Writing<\/h3>\n<p>Some people find it easier to express their thoughts clearly in writing rather than by speaking aloud.<\/p>\n<p>Others enjoy the challenge of finding just the right words. If that sounds like you, blogging is likely to be a better fit than podcasting.<\/p>\n<h3>2. You Want to Look Professional (on a Budget)<\/h3>\n<p>While you\u2019ll need to spend <i>some<\/i> money to get a professional-looking blog set up, you can keep the cost down.<\/p>\n<p>To create a podcast that sounds great, you\u2019ll need a high-quality <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/best-cheap-podcast-microphones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"budget podcast microphone\">budget podcast microphone<\/a>, and you may even need to rent or create a recording studio (though a small room in your home should do the trick too).<\/p>\n<p>For a blog, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/best-wordpress-themes\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"high-quality WordPress theme\">high-quality WordPress theme<\/a> plus the ability to write well is all you need.<\/p>\n<h3>3. You Want (or Need) to Create Content Slowly Over Time<\/h3>\n<p>With a blog post draft in a Google doc, it\u2019s easy to add to it (or edit what you already have) whenever you have a few minutes to spare. You can\u2019t work on a podcast in quite the same way.<\/p>\n<h3>4. You\u2019re Looking to Improve Your Website\u2019s Search Engine Optimization (SEO)<\/h3>\n<p>Blog posts are made up of words, making it much easier to rank with them than with podcast episodes.<\/p>\n<h4 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Use My Free Keyword Research Tool<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-17468 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Free-Keyword-Research-Tool-AI-Powered-SEO-Keyword-Research-and-Ideas.jpg\" alt=\"Free Keyword Research Tool (AI-Powered) SEO Keyword Research and Ideas\" width=\"950\" height=\"508\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Free-Keyword-Research-Tool-AI-Powered-SEO-Keyword-Research-and-Ideas.jpg 950w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Free-Keyword-Research-Tool-AI-Powered-SEO-Keyword-Research-and-Ideas-300x160.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/Free-Keyword-Research-Tool-AI-Powered-SEO-Keyword-Research-and-Ideas-768x411.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 950px) 100vw, 950px\" \/><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\">Try my <em>free<\/em> AI-Powered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/keyword-tool\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"Keyword Tool\">Keyword Tool<\/a> to get dozens of research-backed ideas for keywords &amp; topics to write about on your blog today.<\/p>\n<div class=\"text-center\"><a class=\"button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/keyword-tool\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"follow\" title=\"Get Keyword Ideas\">Get Keyword Ideas<\/a><\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<p>Even if you have show notes or a transcript of your podcast, a well-optimized blog post on the same topic is likely to outrank you on Google.<\/p>\n<h3>5. You Want to Showcase Your Writing Skills<\/h3>\n<p>Your own blog can be a good step into the world of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/freelance-writing\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"freelance writing\">freelance writing<\/a>, if you\u2019re keen to turn writing into a career.<\/p>\n<p>Once you\u2019ve written a few posts for your own blog, you might want to try out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/guest-blogging\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"guest posting\">guest posting<\/a> for other blogs \u2014 a great way to get your name out there.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"podcast\"><\/a>5 Great Reasons to Start a Podcast (First)<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15727\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1327244548.jpg\" alt=\"podcast microphone\" width=\"1432\" height=\"732\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1327244548.jpg 1432w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1327244548-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1327244548-1024x523.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1327244548-768x393.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1432px) 100vw, 1432px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>A podcast might be the best option for you if:<\/p>\n<h3>1. You Want a More Personal Connection with Your Audience<\/h3>\n<p>Your audience will hear your voice \u2014 your tone, your laugh, the way you speak fast or slow. This can help them feel much closer to you than if they only read your words.<\/p>\n<p>Plus, someone might well listen to a full 30+ minute episode of your podcast in one sitting. Few people spend 30 minutes or longer reading your blog in one go.<\/p>\n<h3>2. You Enjoy Speaking (or Prefer it to Writing)<\/h3>\n<p>Some people find it tough to express their thoughts well in writing \u2014 or they simply don\u2019t enjoy the process.<\/p>\n<p>However, they find it easy and fun to record a podcast. Don\u2019t make life harder than it needs to be! If you\u2019d rather speak than write, the podcast vs blog question is easily solved.<\/p>\n<h3>3. You Can Set Aside At Least an Hour at a Time to Create Content<\/h3>\n<p>Many podcasts will batch produce episodes, perhaps spending a whole day recording, before sending episodes to be edited and produced.<\/p>\n<h3>4. You Want to Interview Experts in Your Niche<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s very common for podcasts to bring on guests. In fact, if you don\u2019t have a co-host, you\u2019ll likely want to have a guest so it\u2019s not just you talking all the time.<\/p>\n<p>A podcast can be a great way to make connections and bring new insights to your audience.<\/p>\n<h3>5. You Want to Show (or Develop) Your Speaking Skills<\/h3>\n<p>Perhaps you\u2019re hoping to start a career in public speaking or you simply want to develop those skills for the workplace.<\/p>\n<p>Talking on a podcast can feel a lot less intimidating than standing up in front of a live audience, as you have the opportunity to edit your recording before releasing it.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"business\"><\/a>Blog vs Podcast: Which is Better for Your Business?<\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-15728\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1223340687.jpg\" alt=\"man viewing business analytics\" width=\"1336\" height=\"785\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1223340687.jpg 1336w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1223340687-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1223340687-1024x602.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/iStock-1223340687-768x451.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1336px) 100vw, 1336px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>As well as thinking about whether a blog or podcast suits you better personally, you\u2019ll also want to take into account what might work best for your business.<\/p>\n<p>Consider these factors when you\u2019re making the decision between a blog or podcast for more business-minded concerns.<\/p>\n<h3>1. The Age of Your Ideal Customer<\/h3>\n<p>Podcasts tend to reach younger audiences, on average \u2014 think millennials and Generation Z. Blogs may be a better fit for older audiences, though plenty of older people do listen to podcasts too.<\/p>\n<h3>2. Whether Your Ideal Customers Find it Easier to Engage with a Podcast or Blog<\/h3>\n<p>If your business targets commuters, for instance, or people doing a lot of chores at home, then they might find it easier to listen to a podcast instead of reading a blog.<\/p>\n<p>On the other hand, if your ideal customer will likely be scrolling through content on a coffee break or as a last thing to do at night, a blog might be a much better fit.<\/p>\n<h3>3. What Your Business Sells<\/h3>\n<p>If you sell cheap products, a blog might make sense \u2014 people reading will often be in a position to take action instantly.<\/p>\n<p>If you sell something that\u2019s going to require a lot more commitment (of time and\/or money), then a podcast might be a better fit \u2014 it gives people a chance to really get to know you and to repeatedly hear your offer in different episodes.<\/p>\n<h3>4. If Search Engine Optimization (SEO) is a Key Goal for Your Business<\/h3>\n<p>A blog will help more with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/blog-seo\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"strengthening your SEO\">strengthening your SEO<\/a>, so if you have, for instance, an online store, it will likely make more sense to run a blog instead of a podcast.<\/p>\n<p>Many businesses could succeed with either a blog or a podcast \u2014 but it\u2019s worth thinking upfront about what your own strengths and skills are, and what\u2019s most likely to bring in your ideal customers and get them ready to buy.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"time\"><\/a>Should You Start a Blog and a Podcast at the Same Time?<\/h2>\n<p>Some businesses run both a blog and a podcast \u2014 but almost all will establish one of these first, then add in the other.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"background-color: #fdf2d0;\">If you want to run both, I\u2019d recommend starting with a blog. Get into the routine of regularly producing blog content before you launch a podcast.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>It can be really tough to keep either a blog <i>or<\/i> a podcast going successfully, so running both definitely needs a lot of thought and time.<\/p>\n<p>When you\u2019re running a podcast and a blog alongside one another, it\u2019s particularly important to use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/content-marketing-calendar\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"content marketing calendar\">content marketing calendar<\/a> so you can plan out what you\u2019re publishing, where, and when.<\/p>\n<p>This makes it easier to launch new products or promote your services, too.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"experiment\"><\/a>Try Out a Blog or Podcast Experiment (and See How it Goes)<\/h2>\n<p>So which will you go with: blog or podcast? Both are great options and give you the ability to connect with people all around the world.<\/p>\n<p><b>If you\u2019re not sure which to pick, try a blog first. <\/b><\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s quicker and easier to set up a blog than a podcast, and even if you do pivot to running a podcast instead, you can use your blog for show notes or transcripts of your podcast episodes.<\/p>\n<p>To get your blog up and running, check out my detailed guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/how-start-blog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"starting a blog and making money\">starting a blog and making money<\/a>. You could have your blog online in just 10-15 minutes.<\/p>\n<p>Or if you\u2019d prefer to create a podcast \u2014 or simply learn more about the process of setting one up, then my guide on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/how-to-start-a-podcast\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"how to start a podcast\">how to start a podcast<\/a> is the perfect primer. It explains everything you need to know, step by step\u2014then you&#8217;ll want to see my picks for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/best-cheap-podcast-microphones\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener follow\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" title=\"cheap podcast microphones\">cheap podcast microphones<\/a> to get up and running. Give it a try today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you trying to decide whether to create a blog vs podcast? Both blogs and podcasts are fantastic tools for getting your message out there, building an online audience, and reaching your business goals. But which should you go for? Blogging and podcasting sometimes get discussed in the same breath \u2014 but they\u2019re really quite <\/p>\n<div><a title=\"Continue Reading\" class=\"ryrob-button read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ryrob.com\/blog-vs-podcast\/\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\" rel=\"follow\">Continue Reading<\/a><\/div>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":15720,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_yoast_wpseo_focuskw":"blog vs podcast","_yoast_wpseo_title":"Blog vs Podcast: 14 Differences and How to Decide Which to Start (First)","_yoast_wpseo_metadesc":"What exactly is a blog or a podcast? 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