odcasts have become an essential part of popular culture for millions of
listeners. They provide a new way to absorb information that once might
have been read in newspapers, books, or magazines or heard over the
radio. Podcasting is hailed for its intimacy and authenticity in an age
of mistrust and disinformation. But while it is relatively easy to make
a podcast, it is much harder to make a great one.
In The Power of Podcasting, award-winning podcast producer and leading
international audio scholar Siobhán McHugh dissects what makes a good
podcast and outlines how you can create one yourself. She blends
practical insights into and critical analysis of the art of audio
storytelling. Packed with case studies, history, tips, and techniques
from McHugh's decades of experience, this book brings together a wealth
of knowledge to introduce readers to the possibilities of the world of
sound.
If you've ever said you want to start a podcast, this is the book you
need to understand the craft, the history, and the power of creating
meaningful stories through sound.