Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode five: Audio
Everything from mics and cables to acoustics and technique, BBC Academy Trainer, Marc Settle, shares advice on how to get that perfect recor...
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20 of 328 episodesMinipods – Smartphone journalism episode four: Video part 2
Lighting, stability and zooming are the focus for BBC Academy trainer, Marc Settle. There’s more to filming great video than just pointing a...
Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode three: Video part 1
From frame rate, file size and aspect ratio to audio and accessories, before you start the camera rolling, make sure you’re properly prepare...
Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode two: Photos
Covering focus, exposure, composition and much more, BBC Academy expert Marc Settle shares his tips and tricks for the perfect picture. Dur:...
Minipods – Smartphone journalism episode one: Settings
From battery, storage and connectivity to accessories and apps, be sure to get the most out of your smartphone by setting it up properly. BB...
Podcastology episode fifteen: Is video the new audio?
As large percentages of younger audiences come to podcasts via YouTube, we ask, is video the new audio? The line between video and podcasts...
Podcastology episode sixteen: New formats, new voices
In this episode of Podcastology, we’ll discover some of the ground-breaking new formats pushing the boundaries of what podcasts can do. Ofte...
Podcastology episode fourteen: How to win an award
What are the magic ingredients judges are looking for - and do they even exist?? Well, yes, according to awards judges. But how do you quant...
Podcastology episode thirteen: Going local
This sounds like a contradiction - after all, you can listen to podcasts anywhere, and the most successful podcasts have a universal appeal....
Podcastology episode twelve: Future directions
We’ll look at where the medium is now, and where we think it's headed. We consider the future of podcasting, and what's coming next. What do...
Vicarious trauma in journalism and the media
This podcast tackles sensitive and distressing subject matter, including discussion about extremist groups, suicide bombings, chemical attac...
Peer support: Opening up about mental health
When our mental health is fragile at work it can often be difficult to know who to talk to, where to get help or just find someone to listen...
The menopause: How you can support colleagues
How comfortable are you talking about the menopause at work? Given that 70% of those going through menopausal changes are employed and one i...
Minipods – Interviewing episode six: Audience
Never forget your audience is there. On occasion you can use them to your advantage to challenge the position of an interviewee. In this min...
Minipods – Interviewing episode five: Layers
Forensic listening allows you to respond to your interviewees’ questions and delve deeper into the story, peeling back the layers of an argu...
Minipods – Interviewing episode four: Answers
If you’ve done your research the chances are that you’ll already have a rough idea of what your interviewee is going to say. In this minipod...
Minipods – Interviewing episode three: Questions
A confident interviewer needn’t ask long questions. Be curious and wear your knowledge lightly. In this minipod BBC TV and Radio Presenter a...
Minipods – Interviewing episode two: Listening
Pay attention! Listening really carefully to your interviewee can give you the clues you need to unlock whole new areas for discussion. BBC...
Minipods – Interviewing episode one: Focus
Want to be a more confident interviewer and get the best from your interviewees? BBC TV and Radio Presenter and Academy Interviewing coach,...
Minipods - Audio storytelling episode five: Writing
Good writing connects you to your listeners, grabs their attention and makes them remember your story. BBC Academy trainer, Sam Upton, share...