Planning your audio podcast
Compelling podcasts are well-planned.  In this article we look at p
lanning your podcast, your editorial strategy, production plan and general administration.
 
     
  Post production
What do you do once you've collected all the audio you need?  In this article, we look at issues of post production which include music, sound effects/atmosphere, editing the spoken word and adjusting sound levels and multi-tracking..
 
     
  Presenting your audio podcast
Your vocal image is very important.  In this article we look at how you can add warmth and authority to your podcast, sound more credible and use your voice to maintain the interest of your listener.
 
     
  The production process for audio podcasts
The steps to follow if you'd like to make a podcast are relatively simple.  In this article we break down the different steps you will take when making your podcast.
 
     
  Scripting your audio podcast
To pack a punch and sound both professional and personal, you should write a script.  How does a script differ from any other form of writing?  In this article we look at word choice, sentence structure, quotations and script mechanics.
 
     
  BONUS CONTENT - Technical skills for editing
Audio editing is one of the core skills for anyone working in audio.  We've created this special mini-section to answer the requests we get about audio editing and provide back-up material for people who attend our workshops.  These articles include helpful graphics on the basics of audio editing with the phenomenal - and free - editing software package, Audacity.
 
     
  MORE BONUS CONTENT - Conducting interviews
Interviews are a powerful tool for turning your podcast into a valuable forum for discussion, entertainment and learning.  We've created this special mini-section because making your interviews sound terrific and planning them into your program is an art that very few people get right.  Read the same principles we use to teach and coach podcasters to ensure they sound professional.
 
     
Top 5 Tips
People trying to build their skills as podcasters often ask us for a list of top five tips.

In this series of 5 podcasts, Jonathan Halls share his thoughts

 
Jonathan Halls Innovation - Curiosity MADE the Cat Creativity MADE the Cat
In this fun short video, meet Tiger the Cat . 

We believe  cats should teach us the art of innovation.  Because they're so curious.

   
 

Scripting your audio podcast
Much of what our teachers told us about writing at school needs to be reconsidered when it comes to scripting podcasts.  Because it's a whole new medium where the conventions of writing for print actually hinder understanding

 
     
 

BONUS CONTENT - Editing your audio
Editing is a fundamental skill for anyone working with audio.  Sure, you can make podcasts without editing your audio but you'll lack the power and finesse that the pros have when it comes to using audio for powerful communication.  We've created this special section of Podcasters Portal to guide you through the process of audio editing.

 
     
 

Getting the pictures right in your vodcast
The story in your vodcast is told principally by pictures.  So not only is choosing the right pictures is important.  But making sure they are clear and easy to view.  Learn some important issues associated with acquiring video that will improve your web video.

 
     
   

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