Introduction To Podcasting - Week 1 (tri 2)

This trimester, for the Fundamentals module, we are tasked with creating our own Podcast.

The Brief

• Develop a prototype podcast (minimum 3 minutes of audio)

• You will need a name, some branding (logo) some information about the podcast and where you plan to publish/distribute this

• You can work individually or in teams

What actually is a podcast?

Before we dived into creating our own podcast, we first had to familiarise ourselves with what a podcast actually is. According to the Oxford dictionary, podcast is "a digital audio file made available on the internet for downloading to a computer or mobile device, typically available as a series, new instalments of which can be received by subscribers automatically"

synonyms

programme · show · production · presentation · performance · transmission · telecast · videocast · live stream

How do we use podcasts in our daily lives?

• background noise

• replacement for music

• relaxation

• knowledge/education

• productivity

Where to access podcasts?

Podcasts are predominantly distributed on platforms such as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, YouTube, and many other! These platforms cater to diverse audiences across various devices, offering a wide range of content and user-friendly features for both listeners and creators.

How were Podcasts developed?

Podcasts originated from the combination of audio blogging and RSS technology in the early 2000s, with key humans like Adam Curry and Dave Winer playing significant roles. Apple's inclusion of podcast support in iTunes in 2005 pushed podcasting into the mainstream, leading to a jump in popularity. Since then, podcasts have expanded to various platforms, diversified in content, and evolved, becoming a widely consumed form of media globally.

make your own podcast (2006)

I found this video quite silly and intriguing at the same time. The way podcasting was presented back in 2006 is quite interesting isn't it? Nowadays it seems like such an obvious feature, but it wasn't always like that.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=scfTmFua7Xk