Uni Taster Days redefines university decisions with authentic student voices.

Jon Cheek, founder of Uni Taster Days and co-host of The Uni Guide podcast, shares his journey of creating a go-to resource for UK students exploring university options. He reveals how his podcast evolved from focusing on parents and teachers to becoming a platform driven by students, for students—putting authentic voices at the center of the conversation. From navigating the complexities of university applications to crafting a podcast that balances quality, consistency, and impact, Jon offers a wealth of insights into higher education podcasting. He discusses the importance of audience engagement, the power of listening, and the rewards of staying committed to the process, offering a useful guide for educators, podcasters, and anyone passionate about connecting with their audience in meaningful ways.

Episode Links:

• Jon Cheek | LinkedIn
• UniTasterDays
• The Uni Guide Podcast | UniTasterDays
• The One in Five Podcast | UniTasterDays

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Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (03:52) - The Inspiration Behind Uni Taster Days
• (05:54) - Launching the Uni Guide Podcast
• (06:36) - Pivoting the Podcast Audience
• (08:47) - The Podcast as a Resource
• (10:44) - The Benefits and Challenges of Podcasting
• (13:04) - Pedals and Podium Philosophy
• (16:36) - Why a Podcast?
• (20:32) - Engaging Student Voices
• (23:13) - The Guest Selection Process
• (24:51) - Unique Position of Uni Taster Days
• (29:46) - Advice for University Podcasters
• (32:55) - Conclusion

The global impact of the Humanities Podcast Symposium and the future of scholarly podcasting.

Rebecca Barry, coordinator of the Illinois Scholars at Risk Program and a passionate podcaster, joins the show to discuss the Humanities Podcast Network and its flagship event, the Humanities Podcast Symposium. Rebecca shares the network's mission to elevate podcasting as a scholarly medium and highlights the symposium’s global reach, with over 300 participants and presenters from around the world, detailing how this multi-day virtual event fosters collaboration and innovation among academic podcasters. Sha talks about the challenges of planning such an ambitious event, the evolution of podcasting as a scholarly medium, and the debate over best practices like accessibility and crediting contributors. Whether planning a podcast, a symposium, or simply curious about the future of scholarly communication, this discussion shines a light on the future of academic podcasting and community-building through shared storytelling.

Episode Links:

• Rebecca Barry | LinkedIn
• Humanities Podcast Network
• Humanities Podcast Network | Symposium

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Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (04:07) - Why Humanities Podcasting?
• (04:50) - Getting Into Podcasting
• (09:47) - The Humanities Podcast Network
• (12:08) - Audience and Mission of the Network
• (14:27) - Creating the Humanities Podcast Symposium
• (18:53) - Best Practices in Academic Podcasting
• (22:10) - Challenges and Debate on Best Practices
• (27:45) - The Role of Video Podcasts
• (30:12) - Tips for Hosting a Virtual Symposium
• (32:11) - Conclusion

Building a podcast network to unite voices and transform academia.

Michelle Daniel shares her journey from podcasting skeptic to champion, detailing her work in creating the Texas Podcast Network at the University of Texas at Austin. Drawing on her experiences as a graduate student and musician, she recounts her unexpected entry into podcasting, driven by a desire to foster global connections through storytelling, and offers insight on building institutional buy-in, balancing content quality with audience needs, and the transformative power of podcasting as a tool for communication and collaboration in higher education. Her passion for connection and creativity underscores a vision of universities as hubs of open dialogue, bridging academic silos and reaching global communities through the medium of podcasting.

Episode Links:

• Texas Podcast Network | The University of Texas at Austin
• Michelle Daniel | LinkedIn

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• Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.com
• Twitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastco
• Youtube
• HigherEdPods

Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (02:20) - Michelle Daniel’s Podcasting Journey
• (05:39) - Initial Impact and Feedback
• (07:23) - Stories of Connection
• (10:14) - Connecting Through Podcasting
• (14:20) - Rethinking Higher Education’s Role
• (16:34) - Founding the Texas Podcast Network
• (20:03) - Logistics of Creating a Podcast Network
• (24:01) - Collaboration Across Campus
• (26:51) - Building Recognition and Growth
• (31:44) - Conclusion