Interview: Roger Chang

Links: X - @JollyRoger Daily Tech News Show Apple Vision Show In this episode of Beyond the Post, Robb Dunewood and Bodie Grimm interview Roger Chang, the executive producer and booker of the award-winning Daily Tech News Show. Roger shares insights from his 25-year career producing tech content for television and the web, including his journey from ZDTV to Tech TV and his transition to podcasting. Roger discusses the evolution of tech media from cable TV to web streaming and emphasizes the key role of audience engagement in content creation. He describes the daily operations of producing a show like Daily Tech News Show, emphasizing the importance of clear division of labor and the use of a production calendar to manage multiple moving parts effectively. Roger also shares production tips, recommending a good laptop for flexibility in content creation and stresses the value of self-criticism and continuous improvement through regular review of one's work. Regarding the debate between audio and video content creation, Roger suggests that audio is often psychologically more important to listeners than video, as the brain prioritizes auditory information for comprehension. He discusses the nuances of content creation for different platforms and audience preferences. Additionally, he encourages aspiring producers to have a comprehensive understanding of all elements of production, from scripting to editing, and to actively seek feedback for continuous growth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.