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  • Voice Health: Treat Your Podcasting Instrument With Care - EP 85

    Voice Health: Treat Your Podcasting Instrument With Care - EP 85
    2024/10/14
    How much do you prioritize your vocal health? Most of us, even if we work in the voice acting, podcasting, or broadcast industries, don’t think too much about our voices. But remember: if you don’t have a voice, you don’t have a podcast! In this episode, Mary breaks down what we can all do to take better care of our most important business asset. The solution can’t be to never speak or raise your voice except while you work, but preemptive planning, some mind-body connection, and a little (or a lot of) self-love go a long way to keeping those chords healthy for when you need them. Give your voice the TLC it deserves! Listen in to find out: Why glugging water right before you speak doesn’t cut itHow to balance those fun, loud nights out with your podcast-related voice workThe mental component of taking care of your voice Links worth mentioning from the episode: Win tickets to the Podcasting for Business Conference by leaving a voice note! https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoiceAttend the Podcasting for Business Conference - https://pfbcon.com/attend-2024/Mary’s voice love notes chat with Andrea Klunder of the Creative Imposter - https://bit.ly/cimarychanRead the American Speech-Language-Hearing Association’s article, Effects of Hydration on Voice Acoustics - https://pubs.asha.org/doi/pdf/10.1044/cicsd_36_F_142Episode 50, “Stop Thinking About Yourself” - https://www.organizedsound.ca/stop-thinking-about-yourself-episode-50/Episode 54, “The Process of What's Working, What's Not Working, and What to Celebrate For Your Podcast” - https://www.organizedsound.ca/the-process-of-whats-working-whats-not-working-and-what-to-celebrate-for-your-podcast-winter-break-episode-54/Episode 55, “How to Find Your Podcasting Voice” - https://www.organizedsound.ca/how-to-find-your-podcasting-voice-why-authenticity-is-100-times-better-than-a-traditional-radio-voice-episode-55/Episode 70, “How to Use Research and Reports to Guide Your Podcast with Megan Dougherty” - https://www.organizedsound.ca/how-to-use-research-and-reports-to-guide-your-podcast-with-megan-dougherty-episode-70 Connect with Mary! Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.comGet the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.comRead up on more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletterTo learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.caLink up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions Show Credits: Podcast audio design, engineering, and edited by Mary Chan of Organized Sound ProductionsPodcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co.Show notes written by Shannon Kirk of Right Words StudioPost-production support by Kristalee Forre of Forre You VA Transcript with Audio Description: [MUSIC IN - GHOSTHOOD FEATURING SARA AZRIEL “LET’S GO” BEGINS] MARY: Your voice is your number one instrument. This is something I talk about a lot. I mean, it's also one of the first things you see on my website, because without your voice, and take it from me, I lost my voice in the middle of September for almost a whole week. Without your voice, you don't have a podcast. So why is it, as podcasters, we don't think about our voice as much as, say, the person we want to interview, or the titles, the artwork, those aspects always get a lot of focus. But your voice, not so much. So in this episode, we’re talking voice. Why it's not exactly what you hear in your head and how we can move forward to record more episodes with more love for your vocal cords and your heart. This is episode 85 of the Podcasters Guide to a Visible Voice. << WOMAN SINGS: So so so so let’s go >> Welcome back to the show. And like I said at the start, I did lose my voice in the middle of September, [INTRO MUSIC ENDS] and I still feel like it's a little dry and scratchy. So bear with me. But I do sound so much better even my daughter was like, you sound like a grumbly bear. Before I was kind of talking like this, and I actually didn't do any talking because I couldn't talk. So when you're a podcaster, it's like, your worst nightmare, losing your voice. [MUSIC IN] You know, it's funny how most people, even those who work in the industry, like voiceover artists or broadcast media, they don't always think about their voice until they lose it, like I did. I remember one of my coworkers back in the radio days. She hosted a four hour Monday through Friday show, but she lost her voice because she was screaming and having fun at a concert the night before. Long haul voice usage, so talking to people is one thing, but when you're a podcaster, you're actually performing with your voice. That's a totally different thing. That's like presenting, or teaching, or voicing audiobooks, ...
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    16 分
  • Simplify Your Workflow to Keep Your Podcasting Passion Alive with Craig Constantine - EP 84

    Simplify Your Workflow to Keep Your Podcasting Passion Alive with Craig Constantine - EP 84
    2024/09/30
    How do conversation skills make your podcast process more enjoyable? Even if we’re lucky enough to “do what we love,” work tends to have tedious aspects we don’t like. Craig Constantine is a passion podcaster who, through the creation of thousands of episodes and rigorous reflection, has built a workflow that simplifies every step of his method, from prep to publication. A consummate conversationalist, Craig’s overarching goal is to use understanding and compassion to have exciting exchanges that inspire listeners to dive directly into meaningful dialogues. In this episode, he gets into the nitty-gritty of the personal process that led him to discover his devotion to podcasting. Let Craig’s passion inspire you to: Understand the difference between compassion and empathy in conversation Consider why you might not want to bring your prepared questions into the conversation Approach AI tools to create the perfect research assistant Simplify your process to make it more fun in the long run Links worth mentioning from the episode: Listen to Episode 51, Honing Your Podcast Voice Through Second Language Learning with Stephanie Fuccio - https://www.organizedsound.ca/honing-your-podcast-voice-though-second-language-learning-with-stephanie-fuccio-episode-51/ Engage with Craig: Keep on top of what Craig is up to - https://craigconstantine.com/current-projects/ Learn more about Craig’s podcasting mission - https://openandcurious.org/ Connect with Mary! Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.comGet the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.comRead up on more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletterTo learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.caLink up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions Show Credits: Podcast audio design, engineering, and edited by Mary Chan of Organized Sound ProductionsPodcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co.Show notes written by Shannon Kirk of Right Words StudioPost-production support by Kristalee Forre of Forre You VA Transcript with Audio Description: << MUSIC IN - GHOSTHOOD FEATURING SARA AZRIEL “LET’S GO” BEGINS >> MARY: Every podcast is unique, not only in its content, but also how you produce and create it. That workflow that I've talked about before, no one way is the right way or wrong way to create a podcast. And that's actually what I love about today's guest Craig Constantine. He's all about his passion project, podcasts of having conversations. His goal of having a podcast will be different from yours, but what I really resonated with him is his desire to audit his own workflow. What's working for him before, during, and after the recording. Craig Constantine, who's on a mission to create better conversations, to spread understanding and compassion, is a passionate podcaster. He does a lot of things that I know podcasters want to do, but never make the time to do it. So he's here to share how he's got multiple shows to his name with hundreds and hundreds of conversations published to share his podcasting journey. You can hear the passion in his voice for the work and the dialogue that he wants to have. So take a listen to this episode on how he analyzes his podcast to make things simpler for his world and how you can make similar reflections on yours. This is episode number 84 of the Podcaster's Guide to a Visible Voice. << WOMAN SINGS: So so so so let’s go >> MARY: Craig, thank you so much for coming on the show. We've had a great little preamble so far, so I know this is going to be a good one. << INTRO MUSIC ENDS >> CRAIG: Oh, no pressure. But thank you so much for inviting me. You get the prize for, of all the people who ever asked me to be on their show, you're the one who worked the hardest. So thank you so much for that. << LAUGHTER >> MARY: A lot of logisticals behind the scene, and, you know, personal schedules and stuff. CRAIG: You actually hunted me down. You asked me through a service that we're both on, and I totally ghosted you, like a lot of people. And then you went and found my website and found my contact form and emailed me, and I'm like, wow, all right, this person is motivated. Yes, I want to be on the show. MARY: Well, what you do is intentional practice of conversations, and I think that is so unique because a lot of people find podcasting as like, oh, I can talk, I'll just plug a microphone in and start talking. << LAUGHTER >> But what is intentional conversation? Why is it so important to you? CRAIG: Well, it's important to me because I found myself having more and more really great conversations, and that's like a whole separate story. And the more that I learned how to shut up and listen, which took ...
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    41 分
  • Podcast Manners Matter: Setting Guest Expectations - EP 83

    Podcast Manners Matter: Setting Guest Expectations - EP 83
    2024/09/16
    How do you create clear and open communication with your podcast guest? Every podcast—and every episode, for that matter—has a lot of moving parts. As podcast hosts, we know that in order to stay organized, we need systems in place. But those systems should extend to more than your recording and editing tools, and how you publish your episode. You need systems in place for your guest interactions, too. An unfortunate experience shared by a fellow podcast host prompts Mary to explore podcast etiquette and guest/host interactions. She outlines how to approach this important relationship before, during, and after the interview to make sure you’re setting the clearest possible expectations. Consider how you could fine-tune your own podcast guest etiquette: Ace the early interaction that will set you up for that “easy yes”Keep your guest in the know as the interview beginsMake sure you’re both set up for success once the episode airsRed flags to watch out for when you’re the guest! Links worth mentioning from the episode: Listen to Episode 66, Continuous Improvement as a Podcaster with Christian Klepp - https://www.organizedsound.ca/continuous-improvement-as-a-podcaster-with-christian-klepp-episode-66/Check out Episode 62, How To Land Someone From Your Dream Guest List - https://www.organizedsound.ca/how-to-land-someone-from-your-dream-guest-list-episode-62/ Connect with Mary! Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.comGet the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.comRead up on more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletterTo learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.caLink up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions Show Credits: Podcast audio design, engineering, and edited by Mary Chan of Organized Sound ProductionsPodcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co.Show notes written by Shannon Kirk of Right Words StudioPost-production support by Kristalee Forre of Forre You VA Transcript with Audio Description: [MUSIC IN - GHOSTHOOD FEATURING SARA AZRIEL “LET’S GO” BEGINS] MARY: Having a podcast means you've got to have your systems in place. What do you do before you record an episode? How do you manage the actual recording? Then finally, what do you do after you record that episode and have that file? What's next? There are so many things and variables involved when creating each episode that this also extends to being on a guest on podcasts as well. What are your routines to get on a show? And then when you're on that show, what are you doing? And then after the show, then what do you do with your guest appearance? There are a lot of similarities here when it comes to having your own show or being a guest on one. So when you do have your own show, how do you treat your show and your potential guests? That all matters. Today, let's get into some podcast etiquette. What happens with your guests before, during, and after the interview? How you respond will set the success for your show and your guests. This is episode number 83 of the Podcaster's Guide to a Visible Voice. << WOMAN SINGS: So so so so let’s go >> Hey, welcome back to the show. Thanks for joining me today. It's my first episode back from my little summer break. [INTRO MUSIC ENDS] And if you had a summer break as well, I hope you got to do at least one thing on your list that made you happy, because we all have, like, a list of things to do, right? Like, you're away from work and you got all these other things to do on the to do list. For me, it was honing in on my family value of adventure. So we hopped on a ferry and visited family on the mainland in Vancouver, stayed for a little staycation and did some camping and just got to explore our beautiful part of the world with our friends and family and meeting some clients, too, who came for their summer vacation. So it's been a really joyful, adventurous, and relaxing summer for me. And so I hope you had the same of, ticking off a couple things on your list for you as well. And then, of course, now that I'm doing the back to school thing with my daughter, it’s time to also do the back to podcasting thing with you. And just before I went on my little break there, I was chatting with my previous guest, Christian Klepp. He was episode number 66. We were talking about the continuous improvement as a podcaster. So we're hooked up on LinkedIn, and he was asking me about my opinion, and he wanted to run something past me. It's one of those, quote, unquote, if you were in my shoes or my show, what would you do? [MUSIC IN] So let's first just lay out the situation. Okay? He said that this guy reached out and asked him to be a guest on his podcast, which was ...
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  • How to Audit Your Podcast Effectively - EP 82

    How to Audit Your Podcast Effectively - EP 82
    2024/07/08
    How do you make sure your show evolves along with your listener? As an independent podcast creator, chances are you wear a lot of hats. You’re the host, of course, as well as the producer, the audio editor, the marketer, the designer… When you’re so focused on doing all the things for your show, it can be easy to forget that your podcast isn’t about you at all. It’s about your listener. Being a podcaster means you’re responsible not just for putting out a show you think your ideal listener will connect with, but for diving deep into your current listener and making sure that your episodes evolve alongside them. In the last episode before the summer break, Mary takes you through the many steps she follows when she conducts a podcast audit, so that your show can evolve to serve your audience better. Take these pro tips on a test drive to guide the evolution of your podcast: How to learn more about your current and ideal listenerWhy defining success is directly linked to podcast growthHow to evaluate your show, inside and out Links worth mentioning from the episode: Take Mary’s listener survey and be entered to win a deck of her Voice Connection Cards and a 30-minute strategy session - https://forms.gle/GrCcLd4GXybGmfvb8Schedule a complimentary strategy session - https://www.organizedsound.ca/contact/ Connect with Mary! Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.comGet the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.comRead up on more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletterTo learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.caLink up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions Show Credits: Podcast audio design, engineering, and edited by Mary Chan of Organized Sound ProductionsPodcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co.Show notes written by Shannon Kirk of Right Words StudioPost-production support by Kristalee Forre of Forre You VA Transcript: [MUSIC IN - GHOSTHOOD FEATURING SARA AZRIEL “LET’S GO” BEGINS] MARY: In podcasting, creating your show can feel so much about that overwhelm because of what the host does. Many shows are a one person show. So not only are you the host, but also the audio editor, the writer, the producer, showrunner, marketer, executive assistant, and the list really does just go on and on. But remember, your podcast is actually about your listener, not you. Without your listeners, your podcast is basically a fancy place to leave yourself some voice notes. If that's what you're looking for, great. I mean, hit stop on this episode and move on. But if you want to grow alongside your podcast, you need to learn more about your listeners so that you can evolve along with them. So today we're getting into auditing your own podcast so that you can grow and learn from it. This is episode 82 of The Podcasters Guide to a Visible Voice. << WOMAN SINGS: So so so so let’s go >> Thanks for joining me today on this episode. And, yeah, it's about auditing your podcast. [INTRO MUSIC ENDS] And part of that process is learning about your listeners. So, before we get started into the meat of the episode, I want to learn from you. I'd love to hear what your feedback is. And really, that is the main theme of the episode. So, knowing your show and auditing your podcast comes down to knowing your listeners. I'm doing a listener survey to learn more about you. This way, I can create more episodes with you in mind. What do you want to hear more of? What can I improve on? What do you actually not like to hear? You know, all the good stuff, all the feedback. And as a thank you for taking your time to share your thoughts. The survey is anonymous, but if you provide me your contact information, you'll be submitted to one entry to win a deck of my Voice Connection Cards. They'll give you a boost of compassion before you hit that record button. It's kind of like a little affirmation card deck for you. Plus, I'll also throw in a 30-minute strategy session to talk to me about voice or podcasting and everything in between. So that's for you to choose. Kind of like a choose your own adventure session. You bring your questions and fire them at me, and I'll help support you on your voice and podcasting journey. So head on over to visiblevoicepodcast.com/offers, and on that page will be a link to the survey. So, like I said, as part of the theme of this episode, you can also go through my listener survey. And yeah, use it for yourself, too. Why not? Go through the survey, fill it all out. But then you can use those questions as a template for your own listener survey, if you want. It's okay. You can steal my ideas, because point number one here, this whole episode, is to know your audience, ...
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  • Start a Ripple Effect of Continuous Learning with Beth Cougler Blom - EP 81

    Start a Ripple Effect of Continuous Learning with Beth Cougler Blom - EP 81
    2024/06/24

    How can activating your beginner’s mind help you facilitate an authentic podcast experience? For many podcast hosts, the draw of creating a show is two-fold: we are eager to engage with and educate our listeners on topics we’re passionate about, and we look forward to the personal learning and professional development our interviews and solo episodes can foster.

    Beth Cougler Blom is a facilitator, learning designer, and author crafting impactful learning experiences for organizations making a difference in the world. She also funnels her passion for transformational learning into her own podcast, Facilitating on Purpose. In this episode, she and Mary discuss the challenges, joys, and vast potential of kicking “Instagram Perfect” to the curb and creating an authentic podcast.

    Explore how your podcast facilitates learning for yourself and your community:

    • Facing down the fear of reaching out to potential guests
    • The benefits of receiving (and giving) listener feedback
    • Balancing vulnerability and professionalism in your episodes
    • Prioritizing the pursuit of greater inclusivity on your podcast

    Links worth mentioning from the episode:

    • Fill out the 2024 Listener Survey - https://www.organizedsound.ca/offers/
    • Episode 79, Making Accessibility Possible in Podcasting - https://www.organizedsound.ca/making-accessibility-possible-in-podcasting-with-joel-mckinnon-episode-79/
    • SessionLab State of Facilitation 2024 Report - https://www.sessionlab.com/state-of-facilitation/
    • Listen to “Facilitating on Purpose” - https://bcblearning.com/podcast/
    • Mary’s 12-week 1:1 Launch Experience program - https://www.organizedsound.ca/launch-a-podcast/

    Engage with Beth:

    • Read Beth’s book “Design to Engage” - https://bcblearning.com/book/
    • Connect on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bethcouglerblom/
    • Work with Beth - https://bcblearning.com/

    Connect with Mary!

    • Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.com
    • Get the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.com
    • Read up on more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletter
    • To learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.ca
    • Link up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/
    • Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions

    Show Credits:

    • Podcast audio design, engineering, and edited by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions
    • Podcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co.
    • Show notes written by Shannon Kirk of Right Words Studio
    • Post-production support by Kristalee Forre of Forre You VA
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    40 分
  • Level Up Your Listening Skills to Improve Your Podcast - EP 80

    Level Up Your Listening Skills to Improve Your Podcast - EP 80
    2024/06/10

    How has being a podcaster changed how you listen? There are plenty of ways AI can make podcasters’ lives easier, but there’s one human ability Mary firmly believes AI will never be able to replicate (or at least not for a very long time): true listening. We humans have the incredible potential to distill the emotional impact underlying the words a person speaks. Artificial intelligence bots, on the other hand, can only record the words themselves and “react” with whatever follow-up is programmed into their databanks.

    As podcasters, we learn to hear and listen differently than other people. We hone in on the nuances in our guests’ voices, which enables us to strengthen that shared connection in our interviews. We also pick up on background sounds that wiggle in around our recorded words, affecting the quality of our episodes in a big way. So, when you’re podcasting—what are you listening for?

    Explore the emotional nuances of the human voice:

    • The significant difference between listening and hearing

    • What’s behind the “zoom-quality sound” fatigue we all experience

    • How deep and supportive listening can make you healthier

    Links worth mentioning from the episode:

    • Episode 77, Why We Need To Highlight Our Humanity In Podcasting with Erin Moon - https://www.organizedsound.ca/why-we-need-to-highlight-our-humanity-in-podcasting-with-erin-moon-episode-77/

    • JAMA Network Open study “Association of Social Support With Brain Volume and Cognition” - https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2783042

    Connect with Mary!

    • Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.com
    • Get the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.com
    • Read up on more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletter
    • To learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.ca
    • Link up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/
    • Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions

    Show Credits:

    • Podcast audio design, engineering, and edited by Mary Chan of Organized Sound Productions
    • Podcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co.
    • Show notes written by Shannon Kirk of Right Words Studio
    • Post-production support by Kristalee Forre of Forre You VA
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  • Making Accessibility Possible in Podcasting with Joel McKinnon - EP 79

    Making Accessibility Possible in Podcasting with Joel McKinnon - EP 79
    2024/05/27

    How can we make sure your podcast is accessible to everyone? Everyone in the podcasting world is talking about accessibility these days, as more and more platforms release improved transcription services aimed at making the process easier for creators and meeting growing expectations around equitable access. Of course, AI tools are leading this charge, and simply publishing whatever that tool spits out—misspelled guest names, garbled industry terms, and all—just doesn’t cut it.

    Joel McKinnon is a podcaster and an accessibility engineer—the ideal expert to discuss the future of podcasting accessibility. The creator of two podcasts and a rock opera, Joel turns his expertise to exploring the future role of AI in all things podcasting and websites. He has an inspiring take on striking a balance between making the most of robot efficiency and maintaining that essential humanity.

    Gaze off into the fantastic future of podcasting and explore:

    • The quickly changing accessibility landscape of podcasting
    • How to incorporate equitable access into every layer of your podcast
    • How to efficiently and effectively manage the extensive podcast-creation workflow

    Links worth mentioning from the episode:

    • Listen to Joel’s podcast, “Seldon Crisis” - https://www.seldoncrisis.net/
    • Discover the “Planet and Sky” rock opera and podcast - https://www.planetandsky.com/
    • Episode 78, “Podcast Transcripts and the Future of Accessible Audio” - https://www.organizedsound.ca/podcast-transcripts-and-the-future-of-accessible-audio-episode-78/
    • Check out Joel's Fanfare transcription of this very episode! https://www.withfanfare.com/p/the-podcaster-s-guide-to-a-visible-voice/making-accessibility-possible-in-podcasting-with-joel-mckinnon

    Engage with Joel:

    • His company, “New Worlds Inclusive Design” - https://new-worlds.org/
    • IndieWeb - https://indieweb.social/@seldoncrisis
    • BlueSky - https://bsky.app/profile/seldoncrisis.bsky.social
    • Seldon Crisis on X - https://twitter.com/SeldonCrisisPod

    Connect with Mary!

    • Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.com
    • Get the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.com
    • Read up on more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletter
    • To learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.ca
    • Link up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/
    • Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions

    Podcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co. https://www.artiodesignco.com
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    35 分
  • Podcast Transcripts and the Future of Accessible Audio - EP 78

    Podcast Transcripts and the Future of Accessible Audio - EP 78
    2024/05/13

    How can transcripts positively impact your podcast? Podcasts have always had an audio-first following, but as-is, audio isn’t accessible for everyone. In the wake of Apple Podcasts’ announcement to begin including transcripts with their latest update, it seems likely other platforms will begin to follow suit. This raises an important question for podcast creators: is it worth preparing transcripts for each of your episodes?

    After two years of exploring transcripts for her and her clients’ productions, Mary dives into their potential to transform both creator and listener experiences. You’ll hear (or read!) about everything from SEO (search engine optimization) and AI to the proven benefits of many other accessibility initiatives. If you’ve been considering taking the leap and creating text alternatives for your episodes, or you want tips on fine-tuning your transcript process, add this episode to your queue.

    Get a better grasp on how transcripts can impact your show:

    • Why are platforms making the move to include transcripts?
    • How can transcripts improve the podcast experience for both creators and listeners?
    • What are the professionals doing to make sure their transcripts perform?

    Links worth mentioning from the episode:

    • Web Accessibility Laws and Policies - https://www.w3.org/WAI/policies/
    • This American Life transcripts case study - https://www.3playmedia.com/why-3play/case-studies/this-american-life/
    • T. Harry Williams Center for Oral History Transcription Style Guide - https://www.laseagrant.org/wp-content/uploads/OH-Transcription-Guidelines.pdf
    • “2.5 Million Podcast Episodes Now Have Transcripts” - https://podstandards.org/2024/04/15/2-5-million-podcast-episodes-now-have-transcripts/
    • Newsroom report: “Apple introduces transcripts for Apple Podcasts” - https://www.apple.com/ca/newsroom/2024/03/apple-introduces-transcripts-for-apple-podcasts/

    Connect with Mary!

    • Leave a voicemail with your feedback at https://www.speakpipe.com/VisibleVoice or email visiblevoicepodcast@gmail.com
    • Link up on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/marychan-organizedsound/
    • Engage on Instagram @OrganizedSoundProductions https://www.instagram.com/organizedsoundproductions
    • Learn more secrets with the Visible Voice Insights Newsletter https://www.organizedsound.ca/newsletter
    • Learn more secrets and the full transcript of the episode at http://www.visiblevoicepodcast.com
    • To learn more or work with Mary, check out https://www.organizedsound.ca

    Podcast cover art by Emily Johnston of Artio Design Co. https://www.artiodesignco.com
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    19 分