Rhian Roberts: Behind the Scenes of BBC Podcasts

In this episode, Alice Hazell (HT24 Podcast Director) speaks to Rhian Roberts. Rhian is the Commissioner for Podcasts, Formats & Digital for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds. Before joining Radio 4, Rhian was a Senior News Editor at Radio 5Live. Herrecent commissions include Uncanny, You're Dead To Me, Lady Killers, and Just One Thing, among many others. In the show, Rhian discusses her incredible career in the broadcasting industry, from starting as a radio editor to becoming a digital strategist, all leading to her current role. An industry insider, Rhian shares her views on the future of podcasting and she also reveals her insights into making a successful podcast. For any budding broadcasters, Rhian offers vital advice for breaking into this competitive industry and making incredible content. Oxford Media Society is the foremost forum within the University of Oxford for discussion about the media industry in the 21st century. The Society hosts interviews with world-class speakers, leads interactive skills and employability workshops, and connects students to organisations and opportunities within the media sphere. To learn more, visit our ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ or follow us on socials @oxfordmediasocCredits:Director, Host & Editor: Alice HazellProducer: Antonia RogersComposer: Henry Nurse Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.