Already having an audience from the start gives you an existing group of listeners who are interested in what you have to say, which can be a big boost when you’re a beginner podcaster. That being said, you can start a podcast without an audience. You may just need to work a bit harder to get people to tune in at first. If you don’t have an existing listener base to draw from, try reaching out to friends, family, and other potential listeners through social media or online forums to let them know about your show.