Epic Present Ideas: 20 Gifts for Podcasters

The holiday season is known as the season of gift giving, but we’re all for showing appreciation any time of the year. Surprising your favorite podcasters with a gift they’ll love is a great way to show how much you appreciate them and their show. Gifts are also a great way to encourage them to continue creating great podcasts and to make newbies feel good about starting a podcast. So today, we’re sharing a round-up of gift ideas for the podcasters you enjoy listening to.

20 Gifts for Podcasters

T-Shirt

We might be a little biased, but the Dear Media shop is jam-packed with amazing tees and t-shirts that would make the perfect gift for podcast lovers or your favorite podcaster in your life. We’re confident they’ll love this “I Talk About You” shirt or this “For The Content” t-shirt, although personally, we’d LOVE any one of these epic DM tees.

Sweatshirt

On the other hand, we all know plenty of people with overflowing t-shirt drawers, so why not mix things up a bit and give them a sweatshirt instead? This cozy gift idea will be especially welcome if they’re always freezing or preparing for a bitter-cold winter season. 

Two of our fave picks from the DM shop include this white crew-neck sweatshirt emblazoned with a reminder to create a life you love, and this “sounds good” crew that’ll attract curious minds. 

Hat Or Baseball Cap

Do you have a favorite podcaster who’s always rocking a hat? Or maybe a baseball cap is their go-to in between blowouts. Either way, a hat is a unique and affordable gift idea for the podcaster in your life. You can’t go wrong with a Transform Hat or this cute Small Following hat for your favorite new podcaster. 

Coffee Mug

Whether it’s filled to the brim with tea, coffee, or some unknown form of go-go juice, every podcaster needs a handy coffee mug! Give them a bit of inspo in a super practical package, and you might even see your gift on a future video episode of their podcast! Some great coffee mugs to consider include the Sizzle & Sip mug, Successful Era mug, and this Gather Round mug.

Journal Or Notebook

One of our favorite mental health gifts is also a fantastic gift idea for podcasters. Podcasters are always jotting things down, and being able to keep all of those thoughts, notes, and reminders organized is a real blessing. This is why we love the idea of giving the podcaster in your life a journal or notebook. Plus, there are so many cute options to choose from!

For example, you can remind them that they’re killing their “Slay Era” with an aptly labeled journal!

Blanket

All that time spent planning, preparing, and recording a podcast means a lot of time sitting in front of a computer, which isn’t typically the most comfy position to spend a lot of time in. A cozy blanket is a great way to help the podcaster in your life feel a little bit more comfortable while they’re hard at work. This Breadwinning Housewife blanket is especially perfect if their end goal is to bring home the bacon for their fam. 

Microphone

Every podcaster needs a dynamic microphone to create a great podcast. Good sound quality is essential to success as a podcaster, so if you know a new podcaster who could use a high-quality microphone, this is a fantastic gift idea. The best podcaster microphones reduce background noise and create crystal-clear sound. We highly recommend a mic that USB or Bluetooth connects, because they’re super easy to use and perfect for traveling. 

Check out the Blue Yeti USB Microphone or the Audio-Technica AT2020USB-XP. Or, if you prefer an XLR microphone, we recommend the Shure SM7B. 

Headphones

A good pair of headphones is another must-have for podcasters, but not everyone can afford to invest in a good pair from the get-go. If you really want to surprise the podcaster in your life, give them a great pair of high-quality headphones.

For our top picks, check out the best headphones for podcasting.

Camera

The same goes for a camera, although this is probably a gift idea reserved for those who can splurge on something for their favorite podcasters.

For our top recommendations and all the info you need on finding a great camera, check out our in-depth post on the best cameras for podcasting.

Books

Podcasters looovvvee content of all types, including books! Plus, making a successful podcast isn’t easy with trial and error. Luckily, there are lots of books out there to make the process of hitting all your podcast goals way easier! Consider grabbing a book like The Business of Podcasting, How to Talk to Anyone , and Podcast: Learn How to Stop Babbling and Start Podcasting Like a Pro! 

Oh, and, before you buy, remember that your podcasting bestie is an audio lover, so sending them an audiobook version of one of these books may be the most thoughtful choice!  

Ergonomic Chair

When you’re a podcaster you spend a LOT of time sitting in a chair. Whether you’re recording, editing, networking, or marketing . . . your podcasting loved one is probably sitting down. A good chair makes the whole process way more enjoyable and prevents long-term issues. 

So, give the podcaster in your life the gift of comfort and no aches and pain, by finding the perfect office chair! You can find awesome budget-friendly options like this Staples Hyken Ergonomic Mesh Swivel Task Chair, or you can splurge and get something like the Branch Ergonomic Chair or the Branch Verve Chair. No matter what you get, your podcasting loved one will be super grateful. 

Desk Accessories 

Like we just mentioned, podcasters spend a lot of time at their desk! So, spice up their space or give them some much-needed organization with desk accessories. An On Air Sign or a Personalized Headphones Stand are both thoughtful, techy options that are both practical and fun! For something a little less podcast-specific, you could gift a handy desk organizer or leather desk pad. 

Moody Lighting 

Atmosphere is EVERYTHING when podcasting. Whether you’re recording a solo show or doing a late night editing sesh, cool lighting can just set the vibe, making a podcaster more energized and productive. Try this LED Lamp or this Sunset Lamp for something really moody and fun, or go more modern and minimalist with this vibey Wood Desk Lamp. 

Subscription Boxes

Okay, but who doesn’t love a gift that keeps on giving? A monthly or quarterly subscription box is such a treat, because you regularly get new stuff to explore or indulge in! This is exactly the pick-me-up a podcaster needs when grinding it out, working towards the success of their project! 

What kind of subscription box you get definitely depends on your podcast bestie’s taste and interests. The Breo Box is perfect for a techy podcaster in your life who wants to get useful, high-quality gadgets like speakers, power banks, personal blenders, USB solar panels, and more! 

If that’s not their vibe, but they’re more of the entrepreneur/boss babe type, we definitely recommend Spark Hustle Grow! Basically, the podcaster in your life will get a monthly dose of inspo to keep pursuing their goals. (It’s like The Dream Bigger Podcast in a box, guys.) Every box has a business-focused book, an exclusive training from a biz expert, and a bunch of aesthetic and useful products to make crushing it even easier (or at least more fun.) Think pens, stationary, mini gadgets, office supplies, and workbooks! 

And, if neither really seems like it fits the podcaster’s personality, grab the SnackCrate! Every month they’ll get sent a variety of internationally inspired snacks to eat while planning, editing, and uploading! It’s perfect for anyone! 

External Hard Drive 

Audio files are HUGE! And, if the podcaster in your life also video records their content, those files are even bigger. To help them solve the perpetual storage issue they run into, consider getting your podcast bestie an external hard drive. You can get smaller ones around 1-4 TB or huge ones that are 16 TB or more! 

Portable Studio Kit

Of course, a lot of podcasting happens in the studio/office. However, if you have a podcaster in your life that travels all over to do interviews or other parts of business, a portable studio kit is a super thoughtful gift! It’ll allow them to literally take podcasting anywhere they go! Here’s an all-in-one studio kit that’s at a great value for the price! 

Bluetooth Keyboard 

Being limited by the small keyboard on your laptop can be annoying, frustrating, and inefficient. A Bluetooth keyboard, or a keyboard that wirelessly connects to your laptop or computer, can be a great gift idea for the podcaster in your life. It’ll make it a lot easier for them to put together an epic podcast episode. 

Planners 

To be a successful podcaster, you need to stay super consistent. You can support your podcaster by giving them tools to stay on track and keep organized. A specialty podcast planner like this one is a super useful and thoughtful gift. If you want something a little more broad to help your bestie on all their professional and personal goals, grab this Self Journal! 

Coffee or Tea 

Whether given in addition to one of the coffee mugs we linked above or on its own, we have no doubt that the podcaster in your life would love some of their favorite coffee or tea. You can include it as part of a gift set or surprise them with enough to get them through their next binge-creating session, either way you can bet they’ll be thrilled to get what they need to make their favorite drink. 

Gift Card

When in doubt, send a gift card. No, seriously, you can’t go wrong here. Who doesn’t love getting gift cards? It’s like getting free money to spend at your favorite shops, stores, and restaurants! 

Surprise the podcaster in your life with a gift card and give them an excuse to treat themselves to something they’ll love.

How To Send A Gift Anonymously

Use a delivery service

Plenty of delivery services allow you to send gifts anonymously, but you’ll have to ask. When ordering a gift online, there is often an option to remain anonymous, and when there isn’t, you can usually ask to remain anonymous in the special requests or comments section. Plus, if you use a merchant site like Amazon, their address will show on the package, not yours.

Request anonymity

If you are sending a gift in person, through a local store or service, you can sometimes request anonymity directly. Be aware that this isn’t allowed at some businesses, but it’s definitely worth asking if you want to avoid sharing your personal information with the recipient. 

Using a pseudonym or generic return address 

By using a pseudonym or generic return address rather than your real name or address is a great way to remain anonymous when sending a gift. This way, the person you’re sending the gift to won’t be able to trace the gift back to a specific person or address, therefore identifying who sent it to them. Simply come up with a creative fake name, like “Your Secret Admirer,” and an address that protects your identity. In some cases, to make it even easier, you can enter the recipient’s address in both fields.

Use the ideas in this gift guide to surprise your favorite podcaster with something special.

We included ten great gift ideas that any podcaster would love to receive any time of year. That said, we would love to know what gifts you think stand out as the best to send podcasters. Share in the comments below! Then, head over to the blog for more great content related to podcasting and MUCH more!