How to prepare for a podcast interview
How to prepare for a podcast interview
A podcast is only as good as the content that’s in it. Sounds obvious, right? Well, if yours – like the vast majority – is an interview-style podcast, the content…
A guide to recording remotely
We've always prided ourselves on the audio quality of our podcasts and business programs. So much so, that over the years we've continued to invest in top-end microphones, recording/editing equipment,…
Turn a good podcast interview into a great interview!
SoundCartel's executive producer, Heather Dawson, has built a career producing interview-style shows for the ABC, BBC, Hong Kong Television Radio and audio programs, like Business Essentials. She's interviewed thousands of…
The ABC’s Kellie Riordan shares her podcast tips
Australia's national broadcaster has been leading the way in the quality and variety of podcasts. We speak with the head of ABC's Audio Studios, Kellie Riordan, who was pivotal in…
Hackable? – the making of a popular branded podcast
Imagine a creating content that millions of people actively seek out and want to hear? And how good is that if they choose content that's associated with your brand? Branded podcast Hackable? has done that for McAfee.
Getting the best audio quality for your podcast
Peter Letts is SoundCartel's Head of Audio, with more than 20 years producing world-class audio content for Australia's best-known brands. And that experience increasingly means podcasts – Peter is most…
Can I or can’t I? What music can I use in my podcasts without falling foul of the law?
Be careful of the music you use in podcasts. The laws protect artists and you're mostly in breach of copyright laws if you use commercial music. It's not so much…
The minimalist approach to podcasting: make it easy for your listeners!
I don’t watch a heck of a lot of television these days, especially the free-to-air stuff. Like a lot more Australians, I’m more into on-demand series from Netflix, Stan or…
Podcasting for your business: what’s your goal?
"Discipline is the bridge between goals and accomplishment." – Jim Rohn Brands are embracing podcasting like never before. They understand they can engage more deeply with their audience, educate the…
The content in your branded podcast – it’s not about you!
Kuuki yomenai is wonderful Japanese phrase which loosely translates to “cannot read the atmosphere”.* In a social or business context, it’s often attributed to Westerners who are unable to decipher…
Winners are grinners at the 2018 Australian Podcast Awards
Podcasting in Australia has come a long way in recent years and the quality was on show at this year's Australian Podcast Awards, held at the Spiegeltdent in Melbourne's suburb…
Lessons from a veteran interviewer: Andrew Denton on Game Changers
One of my favourite podcasts is Game Changers, produced and hosted by former radio broadcaster Craig Bruce. Craig has intimate and fascinating conversations with current and former radio personalities. A…
How to write a great podcast episode heading and show notes
Show notes are often a misunderstood art which takes time and skill to create. But, why bother with episode show notes at all? Three reasons: To entice new listeners or…
What you should know about Apple’s New & Noteworthy Chart
When is a chart not a chart? When it’s Apple’s New & Noteworthy Chart. According to podcasting aficionado, James Cridland, “this iTunes Chart is not a chart.” Apple’s New &…
3 quick podcasting tips from OzPod2017 to improve your podcast
Australia's leading podcasters converged on Ultimo, Sydney, for OzPod 2017, the second Australian Podcast Conference organised by the ABC, looking to get the latest in advice and podcasting tips from…
25 steps to successful podcasting
Did you know that there are now 400,000* podcasts on Apple’s podcast directory? How do you stand out from the pack and how do you produce a successful, high-quality, tightly-edited…
3 tips on what makes a great podcast for capturing your audience’s attention
To date, there are 350,000+ podcasts in the world. The average podcast listener listens to six a week — that’s right, six different podcasts! So, how do ensure your podcast…
