Podcasting

Catalog description

In this introduction to podcasting, students will explore one of the 21st century's fastest-growing digital journalism platforms. They will learn the skill of audio storytelling by creating, editing and publishing audio projects that include scripted stories and unscripted interview and discussion programs. Students will also examine podcasting's revenue-generating models as well as the ethical challenges of advertising, sponsorship and branding. By the end of the course, students should be able to launch audio podcasts for organizations, such as news sites, or for their own personal use. Beyond getting a broad understanding of podcasting, students will learn important entry-level journalism skills to do podcasts -- using microphones, audio recorders and non-linear audio editing software.