Creating a Kids’ Podcast

Have you been thinking about the podcasting space in Children’s Media? Want to learn more about the basics of the medium, or perhaps meet other podcast makers? This Workshop takes you behind the mic so you can get familiar with the podcasting process from concept to distribution, touching upon tips for all types of creators. Whether you are looking to make a podcast on your own, work with production partners, or are just interested in learning more – regardless of budget, skill, or level this is a great chance to exchange creative ideas with others, hear from experts, and build up your community.

Because this will be a highly interactive, sharing environment, space is limited to 30 creators.

Ash Beecher is the Senior Production Manager for Pinna, where she has facilitated the making of over 40 podcasts, including the recent seasons of Grimm, Grimmer, Grimmest. She is also the co-creator/writer/producer of Pinna Original comedy podcast Food Crimes. Prior to entering the world of podcasting, she worked in production management at the children’s television network Sprout (and through its transition into Universal Kids) where she coordinated the live, daily production of the Emmy-nominated Sunny Side Up, and additionally played a significant role in in-person events, short form content, and assisting operations at the network level. Ash is thrilled to be hosting this workshop, as she is passionate about content creation and growing the children’s media community.

How is Creating a Kids Podcast organized?
Creating a Kids Podcast consists of FOUR, weekly, two-hour ONLINE sessions where attendees dive deep into specific topics around children’s podcasting. Sessions include lectures, breakout discussions and Q&As with special guest industry experts! Attendees will have access to the virtual classroom with (optional) assignments to deepen your learning.

Session 1 – May 17, 2023 – 7 to 9 pm ET
Let’s Talk: Creative – this workshop will cover the joys of podcasting, the current children’s podcast ecosystem, and will have special guest speakers who will talk about their experiences in producing/writing podcasts.

Session 2 – May 24, 2023 – 7 to 9 pm ET
Let’s Talk: Pre-Production – this workshop will cover the nuts and bolts of pre-production, equipment needed, what happens once you get in the booth and will have special guest speakers who will talk about their experiences getting the podcast made.

Session 3 – May 31, 2023 – 7 to 9 pm ET
Let’s Talk: Post-Production – this workshop will cover the audio editing process from prep to program, the details to think about to get a podcast made and will have special guest speakers who will talk about their experiences in sound design.

Session 4 – June 7, 2023 – 7 to 9 pm ET
Let’s Talk: Getting Your Content Out to the World – this workshop will cover branding, distribution, discoverability, monetization (what you can do after your podcast has been made). Special Guest speakers will discuss their unique models and what they think is the future of podcasting.