Radio Skills for Podcasters

RSP The Edge 02 - UK Podcasters Pub Crawl, NMEU in Hyde ParkRSP The Edge - Around the outside of the series of Radio Skills for Podcasters.In this episode Kevin Field is out and about in Hyde Park, London. This is episode is the morning after the night before - or to be more precise the morning after the UK Podcaster Pub Crawl which took place in London.Kevin shares his thoughts on Big Name influencers in your podcast, a review of the pub crawl, the set up of the Radio Skills for Podcasters facebook group and a special offer of £50 cash back on your ticket to New Media Europe. (which closes on Easter Bank Holiday Monday in the UK - see more here).

When award seasons comes. How can you get your podcast at the top table? How can you win that coveted award for your hard work?How to enter and win awards - Episode 13 of Radio Skills for Podcasters…Kevin field your host of Radio Skills for Podcasters, shares his hints, tips and skills gained from a career in the radio industry within this podcast.Kevin talks through your awards entries. Kevin has been involved in and has won multiple awards for his work in radio and as a social entrepreneur. In this episode he passes on his knowledge of entering and winning award schemes.

In Series One of Radio Skills for Podcasters now Kevin Field looks at the Podcast Producers Checklist. This is a helpful guide to some of the things you may consider when producing your podcast episode.There's also an accompanying digital download to this podcast of the actual checklist for you to use with your podcast.

How to podcast with Podcast Presentation Skills shared by Kevin Field. This is the Podcast Presenters Checklist. This is series one guide of how you can make your podcast. The unique perspective from the point of view of an award winning radio presenter and producer.

In Radio Skills for Podcasters The Edge Kevin talks about what’s been happening in the new media and audio world.In this episode he talks about the New Media Europe event in London on the 18th, 19th June 2016. Kevin revels that he’ll be presenting on the learning day. The title of Kevin’s talk is Tin Cans and a Piece of String – How to build your audience and keep them coming back for more.Kevin also talks about facebook live, with a snippet of Music Radio Creative's Mike Russell live on facebook. He mentions Sarah Williams reaching 25k with the Tough Girl Podcast and Phil Pallen and Janet Murray’s 90 minute brand refresh taking place in London on the 8th March.It's all in this 12 minute-ish episode of Radio Skills for Podcasters The Edge - It’s all about the things going on around the edge of Radio Skills for Podcasters and the new media world.

Join Kevin Field as he delves into what makes great presenters great and helps you unleash the power of the presenter.

Series One Episode 09: Defamation, keeping what you say legal from Radio Skills for Podcasters. Kevin looks at Defamation, libel and slander with advice of how to keep the right side of civil law with your podcast content.In this episode Kevin shares his knowledge around civil law in the UK pertaining to Defamation.Kevin explains the difference between Libel and Slander. He looks at what is fair game and when you shouldn’t repeat what you may have read or heard elsewhere.Is there a difference between newspapers, radio and podcast or twitter, blogs and show notes?What is personal opinion and what should you do if you are in doubt.Top Tip this episode provides advice on how to show as well as tell and create powerful call to actions within you podcast.Next Time: Kevin walks through the basics of good broadcast presentation skills. Using your voice to the maximum impact, how the words you use can link to your brand, above the line and below the line character traits and how they imprint on your show. It is all coming up in episode 10 of Radio Skills for Podcasters.

Series One: Episode 8 of Radio Skills for Podcasters - Learn To Edit Interviews Like A Pro For Your Podcast.In this episode Kevin talks through the key points of creating wining interviews within your podcast episodes.Key PointsAlways edit you interview, change it from the original recording - never put it out as it was recorded - in the same order and with only a few tweaks.Remove clutter - get rid of the 'hello's and how are you's', remove repeated content, shorten questions and drop dull answers.Think listener and not interviewee - always create an interview that provides a reason for your listener to keep listening - take them on a journey.Edit right away and use your interview cue sheet to help you along the way.Learn how to cope with breaths, crutch words and edit them out in the right way.Kevin provides three options for presenting your interview to your podcast listener. The 'As-Live, 'Narrated' and "Double Header' interview techniques.If you haven't listened to RSP Episode 03 Interview Skills then pop and have a listen. Kevin offers advice and guidance on how to prepare and carry out your interviews.This Weeks Tip Tip: This time its crutch words and how to eliminate them from your presentation technique.Next Time: Do you know your libel and deformation rules. It's about what you say and not getting into hot water with someone's lawyer sending you a cease and desist, or worse still a claim for damages. Get ready for Radio Skills for Podcasters Episode 9!NOTES:Kevin was also going to provide some tips on how to be an interview guest in a podcast - that's been moved to Episode 10 of Radio Skills for Podcasters - It deserves its own episode.

Series One: Episode 7 of Radio Skills for Podcasters - How to Use Copyright Music In Your Podcast and Stay Legit.In this episode Kevin talks through the key points of using Copyright music in your podcast. Targeted at UK Podcasters he talks through the relevant licences you'll need, where to obtain free music and what 'free' actually means.The full show notes are available at http://www.radioskillsforpodcasters.com

Series One: Episode 6 of Radio Skills for Podcasters. Become a powerful story teller in ten steps and create powerful podcasters.Kevin shares his top ten steps for creating powerful stories.Tip One - Always be truthfulTip Two - Relate to your audienceTip Three - Create dramaTip Four - Paint pictures with wordsTip Five - Start, middle and end - with purposeTip Six - Questions to be answeredTip Seven - Don't rush and find your rangeTip Eight - Be real and be emotiveTip Nine - Stick to your guns and your brandTip Ten - Create ValueBonus Tip - Know how to end.This episodes top tip is how to deal with a stumble or two, we all do it, but what's the trick to help you avoid stumbling?Next Time: Episode 7 of Radio Skills for Podcasters we look at the use of Copyright music within your podcast.

Series One of Radio Skills for Podcasters - Episode 5 The Most Powerful Word. This is a game changing word, and when implemented into your podcast it will make an immediate impact with your listener. This episodes top tip is advice on how to write to time for broadcast.

The how to podcast series from Radio Skills for Podcasters. This a special episode recorded for the New Media Europe Conference 2015. Radio Skills for Podcasters is a media sponsor for #NMEU.This is a special podcast skills episode about on location interview Skills.You'll gain 8 Top Tips on how to interview on location in just ten minutes. This is a must for every podcaster.

In episode 4 of Radio Skills for Podcasters the how to podcast series, Kevin talks about planning and preparation for your Podcast and how to combine this with a showsheet.Kevin shares his experience of shows that don't prep and provides advice on how to find and create content from Mind Maps to recording your thoughts.Each episode is around 10 minutes - this one Kevin was a little naughty and strayed to 13 mins - and helps you learn the skills of the radio industry to create POWERFUL podcasts.This Weeks Top TipKevin talks about the importance of a starting sequence that doesn't drag.In the next episode of Radio Skills for PodcastersIt is Episode 5 and Kevin looks at the word 'You' and the word 'Audience'… and why 'You' is the most powerful word you'll ever use for a Podcast. See you next time.Learn how to podcast with Radio Skills for Podcasters.

How to interview for your podcast. In Episode 3 of Radio Skills for Podcasters is no ordinary school of podcast. Kevin shares his secret sauce on interview skills. You can learn how to use interviews in your podcast to be effective. Every Podcaster wants to improve their interview techniques. Kevin has coached presenters to interview major Hollywood stars to the little old granny down the road.The Top Tip in this episode is an interview technique that will change the answers your interviewee offers up and potentially add gold to your Podcast.How to podcast and how to begin your podcast - Radio Skills for Podcasters provides invaluable advice on creating your podcast.

Knowing how to podcast is about understanding your show format. In this episode of Radio Skills for Podcasters Kevin Field looks at the format of Podcasts. He shares how you can use the techniques of radio, TV and blockbuster movies to create a uniform to your Podcast. You'll build your podcast audience with these simple steps. In this episodes Top Tip Kevin passes on a simple acronym that will help you to remove clutter from you Podcast format.

Episode 1: Unlocking Your Audience - The Key to Podcast Success Feeling overwhelmed by the world of podcasting? Don't worry! Episode 1 of Radio Skills for Podcasters equips you with the essential first step: understanding your ideal listener. Why it matters: Kevin reveals the secrets radio stations use to get to know their audience, and why this is crucial for your podcast's success. Learn how to:Craft a targeted listener persona: Discover the power of "avatars" and "marquees" to define your ideal podcast listener.Uncover audience insights: Implement Kevin's "Brand of You" audience research task – "Ten Things You Know to Be True" – to gain a deeper understanding of your listeners, yourself, and your podcast's potential.Bonus: Each episode features a "Top Tip"! In Episode 1, Kevin provides this audience research tool to kickstart your podcasting journey. Get ready to connect with your audience and build a thriving podcast!