Podcastology episode sixteen: New formats, new voices
Some of today's most exciting podcasting innovations come from previously unheard voices.
In this episode of Podcastology, we’ll discover some of the ground-breaking new formats pushing the boundaries of what podcasts can do. Often, these innovations come from voices and communities who don’t always get heard. We find out who they are, and how they are taking podcasts in exciting new directions.
We’re joined by Nicky Birch, who is the Editorial Executive for new formats in BBC Sounds, and Jesse Lawson, a multi award-winning freelance audio producer, sound designer and community facilitator who makes very innovative podcasts with a vast array of young people and previously unheard voices.
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Podcasts mentioned in this episode include:
Reliable Sauce with Kirsty and Jonelle - available on BBC Sounds
Down the Rabbit Hole - created by Jesse Lawson in collaboration with Women in Prison, The Empathy Museum and National Prison Radio, working with three women – Rita, Elizabeth and Angel – who access services at The Beth Centre in Lambeth. This was a project Jesse ran through Boldface, a multi-media Community Interest Company
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