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This podcast, presented by the South African Podcasters Guild, and powered by the community, is for South African podcasters and South Africans who WANT to podcast. We offer comprehensive insights into podcast creation, covering strategy, equipment, editing, marketing, monetisation, graphic design, and more, through conversations with professionals and enthusiasts across all levels. Our goal is to nurture a vibrant podcasting community by sharing expertise that attracts dedicated listeners.
Behind the Scenes of the South African Podcast Awards: Insights with Gavin Kennedy
How to make a podcast in South Africa
35 minutes 35 seconds
12 months ago
Behind the Scenes of the South African Podcast Awards: Insights with Gavin Kennedy
In this episode we have a conversation with Gavin Kennedy from Solid Gold Podcasts and Audio Books. We wrap up the first South African Podcast Awards, talk about what makes a podcast awards-worthy, get Gavin's feedback on his judging experience, and more.
We also talk about the challenges and opportunities around expanding our categories, giving creators feedback on their shows, and the dangers of awards-chasing.
The conversation wraps up with thoughts on the future of podcast awards and how to better support podcasters in South Africa. I hope you like it.
00:00 Introduction and Host Banter
00:49 Solid Gold's Award Wins
02:27 Podcast Quality Essentials
04:03 Judging the Awards
07:13 Challenges in Podcast Hosting
14:44 Engagement and Innovation in Podcasts
17:43 Awards-Worthy Podcasts
19:21 Evaluating Podcast Hosting and Creativity
20:01 Challenges in Defining and Categorizing Podcasts
22:01 The Role and Impact of Awards
23:14 Feedback and Judging Criteria
24:41 Reflections on the Awards and Future Plans
26:37 Addressing Category Specifics and Challenges
29:10 Sustaining and Growing the Podcast Community
34:21 Concluding Thoughts and Future Engagement
How to make a podcast in South Africa
This podcast, presented by the South African Podcasters Guild, and powered by the community, is for South African podcasters and South Africans who WANT to podcast. We offer comprehensive insights into podcast creation, covering strategy, equipment, editing, marketing, monetisation, graphic design, and more, through conversations with professionals and enthusiasts across all levels. Our goal is to nurture a vibrant podcasting community by sharing expertise that attracts dedicated listeners.
