Podcast training is essential for those who want to present powerful and effective audio for use either within their own business or for external clients. Learning how to start your own podcast is an essential training course for professionals.
Podcasts are an excellent way of conveying important messages to key audiences in a simple, informative and entertaining way and an effective way to build a brand.
The plethora of podcasts available out there, over 850,000 at the last count, indicate that your podcast will need to stand out to get noticed. You will also need to maintain a consistent standard to keep people coming back for more.
For those starting, we can provide all the basics of podcast training to help you get a high-quality podcast off the ground. We can suggest a tailored set of tips and techniques to significantly raise your game for those already carrying out podcasts.
Expert Podcast Trainers
Our team comprises long-serving radio professionals who have worked at a local, national and international level as editors, producers, and presenters.
They have worked for the BBC, ITN, Reuters, and Bloomberg and are experts in making ideas and concepts suitable for broadcast and conveying complex ideas to the listener in a format that is both accessible and engaging.
They will provide an insight into why clarity and purpose are essential to building a brand. They’ll also give you a range of ideas about podcast structure and format and offer you some tips and techniques for sourcing material and adapting it for maximum potential.
Our podcast trains will help you write scripts for the ear rather than the eye and in the voice skills necessary to lift what is being said ‘off the page’ to sound natural and conversational.
Plus, they’ll provide all you need to know about interviewing techniques so that presenters ensure that you get maximum value out of your guests.
Training can be carried out via Zoom, Teams or Skype, or at your premises, should you prefer.
A few hours of podcast training with The Media Coach will transform your team’s understanding of what they need to do to make a podcast engaging and provide them with the necessary skills to carry it off successfully.
Podcast Training FAQs
What exactly do you teach in podcast training?
Whether you’re launching a podcast, looking to improve an existing one, or hoping to be a more impactful guest on other people’s podcasts, we can help. Our training is completely tailored to your needs.
We don’t cover the technical side (recording, editing, uploading). Instead, we focus on:
– Strong interviewing skills
– Engaging and entertaining contributions
– Structuring your content effectively
– Reading from a script for intros, outros, and segments (if needed)
How is the training structured?
Training can be delivered online or in person, either one-on-one or for a group.
Where does the training take place?
For in-person training, we typically come to your premises. Alternatively, we can hire a professional radio studio in London if you prefer a studio environment.
I’m nervous about presenting. How do you ensure I won’t feel embarrassed?
Feeling nervous is completely normal! Our trainers create a supportive and friendly environment where you can build confidence. Most participants tell us they feel significantly more comfortable—and even enjoy presenting—by the end of the session. Our focus is on developing skills and self-assurance, not criticism.
Do you record and review practice podcast segments?
Yes! Recording and playback are key parts of our training:
– In-person training: We bring a professional recording setup to analyze your performance.
– Online training: We use software to record and play back your practice sessions via Zoom or Teams.
How experienced are your trainers?
All our trainers have extensive experience in coaching, public speaking, media, and corporate communication. Many have worked in professional radio, including the BBC. We bring industry expertise and plenty of practical tips for both interviewers and interviewees.
Is one session enough?
Most of our clients find that a single focused training session provides exactly what they need to improve their podcast or contributions. However, if you want ongoing coaching, we can tailor a package to suit you.
Do you offer group training?
Yes! We regularly deliver group training sessions. We’ll work with you to design the right approach based on your objectives, group size, and budget, ensuring all participants get value from the session.
How do you help participants retain what they’ve learned?
After the training, we provide a detailed write-up summarizing key takeaways. We can also share digital recordings of practice podcast sessions so you can review and refine your delivery.
The Media Coach
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Media Coach International Ltd
18-20 Canterbury Rd, Whitstable CT5 4EY