Podcast
Flesh And Code Podcast On AI Romance
Today, we have two fascinating new podcasts that launched in late June. The first few episodes have been superb, and can be classified as ear-worthy. First, Wondery deviates from its true-crime template into an AI romance with Flesh And Code. The hosts, Suruthi and Hannah, were independent podcasters before joining the Wondery network in 2023. In 2019, their podcast RedHanded was the only independent podcast to make the top 10 ‘Listener’s Choice’ at the British Podcast Awards.
By Frank Racioppi8 months ago in Interview
Cracking Open;iHeart;The Downside
Cracked Open Podcast: Dealing With Moments Of Trauma Here’s what creator/host Molly Carroll says about her show: “We all have moments in our lives when we are cracked open, brought to our knees, and have to really discover who we are authentically at our core. It could have been the death of a loved one, getting thrown in jail, being bullied in grade school, or hitting rock bottom with our addiction. Whatever your traumatic moment, it changed you forever in the way you live, parent, work, and connect to others.”
By Frank Racioppi9 months ago in Interview
Beef With Bridget Todd Returns For Season Three
A war is an all-out assault on a real or perceived enemy. Wars are so traumatic that a written and signed treaty is necessary to end hostilities. What’s a beef? No, not the substance that is allegedly between the buns in fast food. The use of the word “beef” as a noun meaning complaint was first recorded in the 1880s. However, we use it nowadays to describe a significant issue with someone.
By Frank Racioppi9 months ago in Interview
I Interviewed My Parents Like Strangers—And Discovered Who They Really Are
Every great interview begins with a question. Mine began with a dare. A writing coach once told me: "If you want to become a better storyteller, interview someone you think you already know. Treat them like a stranger. Ask questions like you've never met."
By Muhammad Sabeel9 months ago in Interview
5 Random Questions podcast
In any human endeavor, there’s always the matter of chemistry. For example, the NBA’s Boston Celtics won eight consecutive World Championships between 1959 and 1966. The Beatles changed popular music from 1964 to 1970. Although each member has achieved success individually, those accomplishments pale in comparison to the group’s innovations and popularity. On TV, comedian Milton Berle really did spark the national craze for television with the debut of his vaudeville-style variety program, Texaco Star Theater, in 1948. Viewers loved his slapstick, outlandish costumes, and unpredictability. After the first four seasons, changes in format and sponsorship became more frequent. In 1953, the program, now named the Buick-Berle Show, continued an evolution that did not serve the host well. He attempted the new format with a toned-down image, favoring conservative business suits over his clownish costumes. He soon regretted it.
By Frank Racioppi9 months ago in Interview
The Pharmacists Voice Podcast
The Pharmacist’s Voice Podcast is like a Swiss Army Knife for indie podcaster Kim Newlove. This superb podcast has numerous applications. It’s a helpful guide for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians, particularly those involved in administering injections to patients. For example, in Episode 334, Kim discussed social stories, which can help patients feel more comfortable about getting a shot.
By Frank Racioppi9 months ago in Interview
We Need a Shark Tank Style Show For Indie Podcasters
Shark Tank is an American business reality television series that premiered on August 9, 2009, on ABC. The show is the American franchise of the international format Dragons’ Den, a British TV series that is itself a remake of the Japanese TV show The Tigers of Money. It shows entrepreneurs making business presentations to a panel of five angel investors (providers of venture capital to early-stage start-ups) called “Sharks” on the program, who decide whether to invest in their companies.
By Frank Racioppi9 months ago in Interview
Why Podcast Marketing Is Harder Than It Looks: Behind the Mic Struggles
Podcasting is often seen as a creative and exciting way to share stories, ideas, or expert knowledge with a global audience. From the outside, it may appear simple: grab a mic, hit record, upload your episode, and watch your audience grow. But once you’re behind the mic, reality sets in. The truth is, while producing content can be a passion project, podcasts are incredibly difficult to market—and it’s something many new creators underestimate.
By Prerna Raturi9 months ago in Interview
Why Podcasts Are One of the Most Accessible Forms of Media Today
In a world overflowing with content—videos, articles, books, and social media—podcasts have quietly risen to the top as one of the most accessible and inclusive forms of media. Whether you're cooking dinner, commuting to work, walking the dog, or winding down for the night, podcasts can slip seamlessly into your routine without demanding your full attention or a screen in front of your face.
By Prerna Raturi9 months ago in Interview
Podcast Hosts as Friends: How One-Way Conversations Fulfill Social Needs
In today’s digital age, people are more connected than ever—but that doesn’t always mean they feel less lonely. In fact, many individuals struggle to find meaningful social interaction in their daily lives. Whether it’s because of long work hours, living alone, or just the natural ups and downs of relationships, loneliness can quietly become part of everyday life. Interestingly, podcasts have emerged as an unexpected source of comfort and companionship, even though they represent a one-way form of communication.
By Prerna Raturi9 months ago in Interview
