Think Fast, Talk Live: Building a Podcast Audience

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Continuing Studies: Higher Ed Podcasting

Jennifer-Lee Gunson & Neil McPhedran. HigherEdPods.com. Podium Podcast Co.

62 episodes

21 hours ago

We explore the intersection of higher education and podcasting. Each episode of Continuing Studies features insights from seasoned university podcasters who share tips, best practices, and stories from their podcasting journeys. Hosted by Jennifer-Lee Gunson and Neil McPhedran, this series covers everything from the technical aspects of podcasting to the art of storytelling and conducting interviews. Continuing Studies is more than just a podcast; it's a community. Connect with fellow higher ed podcasters, share your experiences, and continue your podcasting education on HigherEdPods.com. We're also on a journey to infuse Podcasting 2.0 best practices into our show. Our goal is to try every feature to determine the best suited for higher education podcasting. We'll be sharing our learnings and reviewing new podcasting apps and hosting services embracing Podcasting 2.0. Show Website: https://www.continuingstudiespodcast.com/ Show LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/continuing-studies-podcast/

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Think Fast, Talk Live: Building a Podcast Audience

Continuing Studies: Higher Ed Podcasting

37 minutes

3 months ago

Think Fast, Talk Live: Building a Podcast Audience

Matt Abrahams, host of the globally acclaimed podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart, joins the Continuing Studies podcast in this special live episode recorded at the inaugural Higher Ed PodCon. With over 68 million plays and a reach across 125 countries, Matt shares the origin story of his show, the creative evolution behind its massive growth, and the lessons he's learned on building community, experimenting with video, leveraging AI, and staying relentlessly audience-focused. From DIY beginnings with his sons to launching "Chat Matt" and planning multilingual expansions, this candid conversation is packed with insights for anyone passionate about higher ed podcasting and meaningful communication.

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Chapters:

(00:00) - Introduction
(03:04) - The Origin of Think Fast, Talk Smart
(04:11) - Evolving Vision and Format
(05:03) - Launching with Limited Support
(07:17) - Leveraging Interns and University Resources
(08:40) - Growth, Reach & the Tipping Point
(09:43) - Becoming an Independent Podcast
(10:48) - The Shift to Video
(11:46) - Video Production & Social Strategy
(14:15) - What’s Next: Community & Curation
(16:26) - Integrating AI in Podcasting
(17:47) - Expanding Globally with Translations
(19:01) - What Makes a Great Interview
(19:49) - Interview Rituals and Techniques
(21:03) - Handling Low-Energy Interviews
(22:09) - The Final Three Questions
(25:46) - Live Audience Q&A
(35:10) - Conclusion