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Practice and Politics of Podcasting Led by Greg Harris, ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø Adjunct Lecturer 

Combining the storytelling power of radio, the public-relations punch of a live interview, and the sustained focus of serialized documentary, the podcast’s always-available intimacy has given the form massive and growing reach. This study group combines discussions about the podcast ecosystem and how it intersects

with politics and policy, with practical advice on developing and launching your own podcast. We’ll also explore the possibility of developing podcasts that connect to the work of ÌÇÐÄvlog¹ÙÍø to expand the reach of the kinds of conversations we have around the Forum.

Session One: Understanding the Podcast Landscape-and what Harvard can offer

Wed., April 9, 12:00pm-1:15pm, Rubenstein Bldg, RG-21  

  &²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;• In this session, we’ll discuss the current podcast ecosystem and its storytelling    

          power, looking at successful examples that have built an audience and influenced public   

          discourse. We’ll also talk about how to get involved in podcasting, and catalog some of

          the resources Harvard offers.

Session Two: Power Up Your Podcast.

Wed., April 16, 12:00pm-1:15pm, Littauer Building, Room 332

&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;• Iris Adler, former Exec. Dir. of Programing, Podcasts and Special projects at WBUR

         will give an overview of the essential skills and approaches of great podcasts, covering

         everything from recording equipment, interviewing, and editing, to getting your podcast

         noticed. She’ll also help you develop your concepts for potential podcast projects.  

Session Three: Pitches, Plans, and Next Steps

Wed., April 23, 12:00pm-1:15pm, Littauer Building, Room 332

&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;&²Ô²ú²õ±è;• In our last session, we’ll further refine ideas for podcasts and opportunities for

        collaboration. We’ll look at the interplay of social media and podcasting, and plan for next

        steps.