Why would you want to create a private podcast? And how do you create private podcasts?
Listen to a podcast episode I produced talking about tips that Kyle has for anyone looking to record a podcast in front of an audience.
I use a variety of software for recording, editing, and producing podcasts. Just like many real world disciplines where you have a different tool for a different type of job, so it goes for podcasting. Here's my list of software I use for podcasting.
I firmly believe if you're going to make something a serious hobby, you shouldn't feel bad or afraid to put some money into it. But you definitely don't have to - particularly if you're short on cash.