The BBC Academy Podcast

Jul 26 2024 328 ep. 16.8k
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Essential listening for the broadcast production, journalism and technology communities. Your guide to everything from editorial and craft skills to taking your next step in the industry. Practical advice on all aspects of TV, radio, journalism.

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Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode five: Audio

Jul 26 2024 19 mins  
Everything from mics and cables to acoustics and technique, BBC Academy Trainer, Marc Settle, shares advice on how to get that perfect recording every time. Dur: 18’40”Presented by Marc Settle. Produced by Sam Upton.

Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode four: Video part 2

Jul 26 2024 15 mins  
Lighting, stability and zooming are the focus for BBC Academy trainer, Marc Settle. There’s more to filming great video than just pointing and shooting. Dur: 14’19”Presented by Marc Settle. Produced by Sam Upton.

Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode three: Video part 1

Jul 26 2024 20 mins  
From frame rate, file size and aspect ratio to audio and accessories, before you start the camera rolling, make sure you’re properly prepared. BBC Academy trainer, Marc Settle, considers the set-up you need.Dur: 19’33”Presented by Marc Settle. Produced by Sam Upton.

Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode two: Photos

Jul 26 2024 23 mins  
Covering focus, exposure, composition and much more, BBC Academy expert Marc Settle shares his tips and tricks for the perfect picture.Dur: 22’12”Presented by Marc Settle. Produced by Sam Upton.

Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode one: Settings

Jul 26 2024 17 mins  
From battery, storage and connectivity to accessories and apps, be sure to get the most out of your smartphone by setting it up properly. BBC Academy trainer, Marc Settle shows you how. Dur 17’37”Presented by Marc Settle. Produced by Sam Upton.

Podcastology episode fifteen: Is video the new audio?

Jan 30 2024 33 mins  
As large percentages of younger audiences come to podcasts via YouTube, we ask, is video the new audio? The line between video and podcasts has become blurry in recent years. It's getting harder to say that a podcast is an ‘audio only’ thing. People have been uploading video recordings of their podcasts for years. But what is a ‘video podcast’ - and how do you make a great

Podcastology episode sixteen: New formats, new voices

Jan 30 2024 32 mins  
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 fo

Podcastology episode fourteen: How to win an award

Jan 30 2024 35 mins  
What are the magic ingredients judges are looking for - and do they even exist?? Well, yes, according to awards judges. But how do you quantify them? And what do you need to think about if you are setting out to make an outstanding podcast?We’re joined by people who know the answers to some of these questions: Tomi Dixon, who won ‘best new podcast’ at the Arias, for Colouring

Podcastology episode thirteen: Going local

Jan 30 2024 26 mins  
This sounds like a contradiction - after all, you can listen to podcasts anywhere, and the most successful podcasts have a universal appeal. But, all stories come from somewhere, and as we discover, being rooted in a local patch can bring a real richness to your podcast. There is also a growing trend for podcasts which grow from a local community. We speak to award-winning podcast

Podcastology episode twelve: Future directions

Jan 30 2024 27 mins  
We’ll look at where the medium is now, and where we think it's headed. We consider the future of podcasting, and what's coming next. What does the growing Gen Z audience want? Can technology make listening a more personal, tailored experience? Will your next podcast be presented by a bot?With some geeky language around ‘personalisation tools’ and the effect of artificial inte