Turning historical research into immersive audio storytelling.

Daniel Story, a digital scholarship librarian at UC Santa Cruz, discusses his work in digital storytelling and podcasting as a scholarly medium. He shares insights into Stories from the Epicenter, a ten-part documentary on the 1989 Santa Cruz earthquake, and History in Focus, a podcast from the American Historical Review that brings historical scholarship to life. The conversation explores the power of narrative storytelling in academia, the role of podcasts in making scholarly work more accessible, and the importance of community engagement in historical research. The discussion highlights the role of podcasts in education, the impact of narrative storytelling, and the importance of community engagement in preserving history, showcasing how audio can deepen connections to the past and enhance learning.

Episode Links:

• Daniel J. Story
• Daniel Story | LinkedIn
• Stories from the Epicenter
• History in Focus - AHA

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Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (04:22) - What is a Digital Librarian
• (05:58) - Stories from the Epicenter: A Documentary Podcast
• (09:39) - Narrative Podcasts in Academia
• (11:20) - The Role of Limited Series in Podcasting
• (15:26) - Teaching Students to Make Podcasts
• (18:53) - Community Engagement & Collaboration
• (22:01) - History in Focus: A Journal-Based Podcast
• (24:46) - Podcasting as a Tool for Scholarly Communication
• (28:07) - Addressing Challenges in Academic Publishing
• (30:35) - Conclusion

A university podcast exploring what happens if we change, and what happens if we don’t?

Monash University’s What Happens Next podcast, hosted by Dr. Susan Carland, takes on bold and complex issues, exploring the challenges shaping our world and the transformative solutions that could redefine our future. In this episode, Dr. Carland and Fabian Marrone, Monash’s Chief Marketing, Admissions, and Communications Officer, discuss the university’s approach to tackling “wicked problems” through podcasting. Together, they share the power of storytelling, academic freedom, and the impact of high-quality production in engaging a global audience. From climate change to social cohesion, the conversation highlights how their podcast serves as a voice for the entire university community, offering deep insights into the decisions that shape our collective future.

Episode Links:

• What Happens Next? - Monash University
• If you don't like it, change it.
• Susan Carland | LinkedIn
• Fabian Marrone | LinkedIn

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Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (03:44) - The “What Happens Next” Podcast
• (05:21) - Connecting to Monash’s Mission
• (08:31) - A Voice for the University
• (09:17) - Why a Podcast?
• (11:05) - Collaborating For Topics
• (15:01) - The Team Behind the Podcast
• (19:18) - The Importance of Sound Quality
• (20:42) - Hosting & Preparing for Broad Topics
• (23:44) - Measuring Success
• (26:37) - Podcast’s Impact on Enrollment
• (28:34) - Tackling Controversial Topics
• (33:08) - Conclusion

A student-led podcast amplifying disabled students' voices in higher education.

Tim Roe and Matthew Whiteman share the story behind One in Five, a podcast created by disabled students for disabled students. The name represents the one in five people in the UK who have a disability, and the show dives into their lived experiences navigating university life—from the application process to academic support and accessibility. Tim and Matthew discuss the importance of student-led storytelling, the challenges of disability diagnoses in higher education, and how their podcast became a valuable resource embedded in the UCAS system. They also reflect on what they'd do differently and the potential for future episodes. Whether you're in higher ed, podcasting, or passionate about accessibility, this conversation offers insight and inspiration.

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• The One in Five Podcast | UniTasterDays
• Tim Roe | LinkedIn
• Matthew Whiteman | LinkedIn
• Matthew’s Website: Matthew Whiteman
• One in Five | LinkedIn

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Chapters:

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (03:43) - Tim and Matthew’s Backgrounds
• (06:16) - Why One in Five Was Created
• (09:11) - Creating a Student-Led Mini-Series
• (11:01) - Challenges in University Accessibility
• (14:48) - Giving Students Control of the Conversation
• (18:45) - Why More Universities Aren’t Doing This
• (23:26) - Disability Diagnosis & University Support
• (25:42) - Ensuring Long-Term Accessibility
• (28:21) - The Unexpected Benefits of Podcasting
• (32:12) - Lessons Learned & Future Ideas
• (34:40) - Conclusion