Mar 21, 2023

My Redesigned Podcast Studio Setup

Check out my redesigned podcast studio setup and learn how I created a calming, clean, and zen environment. My favorite parts of the setup include a mini replica of the 161 Montreal public transport bus and a Shure MV7 microphone.

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GREG ISENBERG

I build internet communities and products for them. CEO: @latecheckoutplz, we're behind companies like @youneedarobot @boringmarketer @dispatchdesign etc.

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This was my podcast studio 4 months ago

I was pretty proud with how scrappy it was

Turn outs, being scrappy doesn't lead to the best results sometimes

So, I just redid my desk setup

Want to see it? pic.twitter.com/m9Br1XOLyi
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023
The energy was supposed to be calming, clean and zen. pic.twitter.com/fLHTiWMIsW
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023
My fav parts of my setup:

1. Mini replica of the 161 Montreal public transport bus I took from ages 12-17

Reason I love it:

Daily reminder of my roots and how far I've come pic.twitter.com/jZwdzIemQR
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023
2. Shure MV7

I went through 5 mics before landing on this one. If Joe Rogan uses a Shure, it's good enough for me lol

Kinda crazy that for $249 it puts you into the big leagues.

If you're semi-serious about podcasting or even sounding good on Zoom, really recommend pic.twitter.com/FJPVkqKmWE
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023
3. iPad next to your computer with an Apple Magic Pencil 2

I'm not a fan of large 2nd screen monitors, I prefer this:

My laptop in front of me and an iPad I use to write notes/draw sketches on

This combo makes me my most creative self pic.twitter.com/QDsS63PKlk
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023
4. Minimalist wood desk

I'm not trying to make a fashion statement, I just want a solid wood desk that makes me feel calm

I got Branch "office desk" and love it so much. Mega calming

I ended up getting a chair and cabinet to complete the look https://t.co/iL4NpBCnLE pic.twitter.com/SHvmnnn7zj
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023
5. Something that makes me smile

"Youppi" the mascot for the old expos and Canadiens

My point: put something on your desk that makes you smile

After all, you spend ~1/3 of your life there pic.twitter.com/vku0STp2BP
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023
So, I'm curious to see your desks, setups and battlestations

Mine is a work-in-progress but it's been a blast optimizing it

And I feel like my podcast, newsletter and work has gotten significantly better thanks to a better setup
— GREG ISENBERG (@gregisenberg) March 21, 2023