In the world of audio storytelling, crafting a compelling narrative is only half the battle. The other half lies in the intricate art of world-building—creating a universe that feels real and immersive to your listeners. But how do you balance the technical challenges of sound design with the creative freedom of storytelling?

In today's episode, we dive deep into these challenges and explore the innovative techniques that can elevate your audio projects. Plus, we have a special interview with industry veteran Arielle Nissenblatt, who shares her insights on how indie creators can navigate the ever-evolving podcast landscape. From monetization strategies to the importance of community engagement, Arielle's expertise will inspire you to take your audio storytelling to the next level. Don't miss this chance to learn from the best—tune in now!

Stuart and Matt Medeiros explore the profound impact of radio on historical events, particularly the Gleiwitz incident that led to World War II, documented in their series 'Our Beloved Medium'.

They delve into the evolution of media from traditional radio to contemporary podcasts and social media, discussing the lasting influence of demagoguery. The conversation emphasizes community journalism, storytelling techniques, and the seamless transition of skills from radio to podcasting.

00:00 Introduction to the Audio Documentary

00:27 Creative Process and Series Overview

01:04 The Gleiwitz Incident: Prelude to World War II

02:52 The Power of Radio in Historical Context

06:20 Father Coughlin and Radical Populism

08:06 Reflections on Media Evolution

16:01 The Role of Journalism and Accreditation

18:25 The Evolution from Radio to Podcasting

18:54 Skills from Radio that Benefit Podcasting

19:48 NPR's Influence and Breaking Formats

21:11 Storytelling Techniques and Historical Narratives

25:39 Leveraging Mediums for Effective Storytelling

28:32 The Importance of Adaptability in Podcasting

29:18 Supporting Independent Podcasting

30:45 Stay Connected and Support Us

In today's episode, you'll hear how Matt lost the chance at his plans to raise $100k for Our Beloved Medium at Podcast Movement thanks to an "unsafe aircraft." (But thanks the airline that they didn't try to take off with a broken engine.)

Stuart shares more about our fictional radio station WFYZ which wraps the historical documentary storytelling in OBM in a nice warm fictional blanket to keep our listener interested.

In addition to the real stories, a fictional arc will play out across six episodes. As Opus attempts to buy WFYZ, Gia does not plan to go quietly. In addition to a campaign to raise money, Gia plans to expose Opus and their founder, Morris Watts for the frauds that they are.

Will she succeed? What if she’s wrong? What if radio is an outdated medium? What role does it play in our future in the age of constant streaming? All of that will unfold on OBM.

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And a special thanks to our first credit sponsor RSS.com. They’ve been a great partner for our early production phase. If you’re interested in a sponsorship, reach out to executive producer Matt Medeiros at mattmedeiros@gmail.com