Embracing Diversity in Podcasting

As the podcast landscape continues to evolve, traditionally underrepresented communities are utilizing the space to bring their voices to the mainstream. On the Society, Culture, and Advocacy stage at Podcast Movement, content creators discussed the growing diversity in the space and how we can do our part to empower marginalized voices in podcasting. Alia Tavakolian (head of content for Spoke Media) and Elsie Escobar (co-founder of She Podcasts) discuss the expansion of podcasting for diverse voices [2:02]; why podcasts have become a more and more popular outlet for underrepresented communities [3:45]; we'll spotlight PM19's 'Disrupting Spaces' panel in conversation with moderator Tangia Renee Estrada [9:49]; the approaching tipping point for persons of color in podcasting [13:53]; the importance of learning behind-the-scenes skills in production and monetization [15:49]; how we can do our part to empower marginalized voices[18:35]; balancing authenticity with palatability [20:58]; plus: Podcast Movement co-founder Jared Easley and Lipstick and Vinyl CEO Allyson Marino discuss the origins of Podcast Movement's Society, Culture, and Advocacy Track [23:19]. Voices in this episode: Spoke Media co-founder Alia Tavakolian, She Podcast co-founder Elsie Escobar, and 'Disrupting Spaces' moderator Tangia Renee Estrada, Podcast Movement co-founder Jared Easley, Lipstick and Vinyl podcast network founder Allyson Marino. Season four of Podcast Movement Sessions is sponsored by Storyblocks! An amazing resource for all your stock footage, AE templates, SFX, and music bed needs...for more information visit: Storyblocks.com/PodcastMovement Tickets are on sale now for Podcast Movement Evolutions coming to Los Angeles in February and for Podcast Movement 2020 coming to Dallas in August! More information at PodcastMovement.com! While there, sign up for our PodMov Daily newsletter, connect with us on Facebook/Instagram/Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.