Continuing to Study: Lessons From Year One

Happy Anniversary! Continuing Studies reflects on year one of the podcast.Neil and Jen celebrate one year of podcasting by sharing some of the lessons they've learned and the challenges they've overcome. They reflect on their conversations with higher education podcasters, sharing tips on consistency, flexibility, interview techniques, titling strategies, and the exciting possibilities of Podcasting 2.0. Neil and Jen explore the importance of collaboration within and across institutions, the rise of alumni podcasts, and how podcasting can thrive in visually-driven disciplines. Join them as they look back on their journey and preview what's ahead for the next year of inspiring conversations in higher education podcasting.Episode Links:Hosts That Support Podcasting 2.0 Features: Podcast 2.0 Hosts Apps That Support Podcasting 2.0 Features: Podcasting 2.0 Apps Rickroll: YouTubeConnect with UsShare Feedback & Ask Questions: [email protected] More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14115712/Connect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or  [email protected] Connect w/ Neil:  LinkedIn or [email protected]:  @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionJen and Neil introduce the episode, celebrating the podcast’s first anniversary and reflecting on their journey.(00:01:53) Consistency in PodcastingThe significance of consistency in maintaining a successful podcast.(00:03:11) Importance of Flexibility and PreparationHow flexibility and preparation lead to successful podcast interviews.(00:06:59) Collaborative Podcasting Across InstitutionsThe benefits of collaborating across institutions to improve podcast content and reach.(00:09:24) Titling Strategies for Podcast EpisodesCrafting titles and descriptions that catch attention and maximize discoverability.(00:11:40) Podcasting 2.0 and New FeaturesA look into Podcasting 2.0 and how it’s shaping the future of the medium.(00:13:10) Podcasting 2.0: Podroll TagThe Podroll tag and how it enhances podcast community building and discoverability.(00:17:58) Podcast Networks and Internal CollaborationDiscovering how internal collaboration within institutions can elevate podcast content.(00:20:40) Alumni PodcastsEngagement with alumni podcasts and their role in strengthening alumni relations.(00:23:18) Podcasting in Visual-Centric DisciplinesHow podcasts can engage audiences in visually-driven fields like art history and gaming.(00:25:44) Looking Forward: Global Podcasting & Upcoming EpisodesExciting international podcast collaborations are on the horizon for Continuing Studies.(00:26:48) Conclusion (00:00) - Introduction (01:53) - Consistency in Podcasting (03:11) - Importance of Flexibility and Preparation (06:59) - Collaborative Podcasting Across Institutions (09:24) - Titling Strategies for Podcast Episodes (11:40) - Podcasting 2.0 and New Features (13:10) - Podcasting 2.0: Podroll Tag (17:58) - Podcast Networks and Internal Collaboration (20:40) - Alumni Podcasts (23:18) - Podcasting in Visual-Centric Disciplines (25:44) - Looking Forward: Global Podcasting & Upcoming Episodes (26:48) - Conclusion Join us at Higher Ed Pod Con in Cleveland, OH, July 16 - 17 2026Sign up by May 29 for Early Bird Pricing