Podcast+Planning

Designed in part by Chris Fitzgerald Walsh
 * Planning Your Podcasts**

Start with the end in mind

o Set clear goals Why do you want to do this? Who will benefit?

o Create a show that fills a niche/need Know your audience and give them what they want Find your voice: what experience, insight, and passion can you bring?

o Create a “format” for the show with a unique personality, but allow it to evolve Classroom lectures or presentations News reports or interviews Talk show with guests Editorials or topical discussions Reports from correspondents User-generated content (segments produced by others) Scripted drama or comedy Announcements

o Create an outline or a script for each show o Keep the format simple – it’s about ideas & information not glam o Be concise and keep your podcast episodes short (7-10 minutes) o Longer podcasts (20-50 minutes) are fine if they are fast paced or entertaining o Be yourself & talk naturally - don’t sound scripted o A little music to open and close the show is great, but don’t get carried away with background music or sound effects o Do a “pilot” o Get comfortable with the microphone and hearing your own voice o Practice with the technology for recording, editing, posting o Find a technical producer to handle the recording, editing, and publishing o Tech coordinators, teachers, students, parents o Find synergy around existing projects/events that already generate content o Get feedback from listeners! o Keep the momentum going! Dedicate time to produce a show on a regular basis.
 * Production tips**