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by Jennifer-Lee Gunson & Neil McPhedran. HigherEdPods.com. Podium Podcast Co.
We explore the intersection of higher education and podcasting. Each episode of Continuing Studies features insights from seasoned university podcasters who share tips, best practices, and stories from their podcasting journeys. Hosted by Jennifer-Lee Gunson and Neil McPhedran, this series covers everything from the technical aspects of podcasting to the art of storytelling and conducting interviews.Continuing Studies is more than just a podcast; it's a community. Connect with fellow higher ed podcasters, share your experiences, and continue your podcasting education on HigherEdPods.com.We're also on a journey to infuse Podcasting 2.0 best practices into our show. Our goal is to try every feature to determine the best suited for higher education podcasting. We'll be sharing our learnings and reviewing new podcasting apps and hosting services embracing Podcasting 2.0.Show Website: https://www.continuingstudiespodcast.com/Show LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/conti
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- 4 days ago30 min
How to Teach the Fundamentals of Podcasting: Back to [Communication] Basics
The technology changes. Our instinct to tell stories doesn’t.In this episode of Continuing Studies, Neil and Jen nerd out on podcasting with Dr. David Schwartz of Augustana College about his experiences teaching podcasting. David shares how he structures the course, from the evolution of audio storytelling to hands-on production, interviewing, editing, collaboration, and affordable tech. They also explore why those lessons matter beyond the medium itself — helping students become better listeners, stronger communicators, and more confident storytellers.Episode Links:Connect with David SchwartzConnect with Us:Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters: - Introduction - Meet Dr. David Schwartz - Why podcasting belongs in the curriculum - The Endurance of audio storytelling - Inside the Podcasting and Audio Storytelling course - Podcasting as a communication skill - How the course has evolved - Teaching collaboration - What students learn beyond making a podcast - Building confidence through in-person interviews - The real-world skills behind podcasting - Why teaching podcasting means being a podcaster - Teaching podcasting on a budget - Conclusion
- 2 weeks ago26 min
What Is a “Lecturecast” and How Does It Work?
Traditional lectures don’t always fit how students learn today. Could a “lecturecast” work better?In this episode of Continuing Studies, Neil and Jen talk with Garret Castleberry about the “lecturecast,” his approach to using podcasting as a teaching tool in higher education. Garrett shares how audio can make learning more flexible, help students engage with course material, and build stronger communication skills. They also explore how podcasting can grow beyond the classroom — including the clever way Garrett had students make the case for a multimedia studio, turning a class assignment into a campus resource.Episode Links:Connect with GarretCheck out his podcast "Special Topics in Media"Connect with Us:Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters: - Introduction - Meet Garret Castleberry - Finding community at Higher Ed PodCon - Building podcasting in higher education - From experimentation to teaching tool - Creating the “Lecturecast” - Rethinking the traditional lecture - Using podcasting beyond entertainment - Building Special Topics in Media - Doing more with less in higher ed - Podcasting for online and remote learners - Making the case for a campus multimedia studio - Expanding podcasting across campus - Podcasting as a transferable skill - Conclusion
- Oct 6, 202630 min
History is for Everyone: Inside History That Doesn’t Suck
An academic history podcast becoming a massive hit sounds unlikely. But Dr. Greg Jackson’s success shows that depth, consistency, and craft can find a huge audience.In this episode of Continuing Studies, Neil and Jen talk with Dr. Greg Jackson, creator and host of History That Doesn’t Suck, about taking history beyond the ivory tower without sacrificing rigour. Greg shares how storytelling, consistency, and a clear sense of purpose shape his long-form, deeply researched approach. They also get into the work behind the show, resisting podcast trends, and why making knowledge more accessible doesn’t have to mean making it less substantial.Episode Links:Listen to History That Doesn't SuckConnect with Greg JacksonBuy Greg's Book: Been There, Done That: How Our History Shows What We Can OvercomeConnect with Us:Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters:
- Sep 22, 202629 min
What Makes a University Podcast Studio Successful?
Build the studio, and they’ll come… right? Not necessarily. A successful podcast studio starts with solving a real need and giving people the support to actually use the space.In this episode of Continuing Studies, Neil and Jen talk with Emily Sikora from Penn State about how she built the Podcast Lounge by starting with the user experience, not the technology. Emily shares how simple onboarding, hands-on support, and thoughtful planning help students and faculty feel confident creating, keeps them coming back, and is building podcasting culture across Penn State.Episode Links:Learn more about the Podcast LoungeConnect with EmilyConnect with Us:Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters: - Introduction - Empowering students to record - Inside Penn State’s Podcast Lounge - Building the studio around a problem - Getting people through the door - Why they keep coming back - Designing for confidence and independence - Supporting editing and production - Building a campus podcasting ecosystem - A Podcast Lounge success story - Conclusion
- Sep 8, 202627 min
MIT's One Billion Learners: Where Podcasting Fits In
How does podcasting fit into MIT’s goal of reaching one billion learners?In this episode of Continuing Studies, Neil and Jen talk with Mary Ellen Wiltrout from MIT about MIT Learn, open learning, and how podcasts can make world-class expertise feel more accessible and human. Mary Ellen shares how MIT is experimenting with podcasts, short videos, and other formats to reach learners beyond traditional courses, and why audio can help audiences connect with the people behind the research. They also discuss Beyond Biology, storytelling in science, measuring impact beyond downloads, and how podcasting can spark curiosity, open doors, and remind listeners that even MIT experts are real people with unexpected paths.Episode Links:Learn more about MIT DELTAConnect with Mary Ellen WiltroutListen to Beyond BiologyListen to our episode with Brett Paci of MIT OpenCourseWareConnect with Us:Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters: - Introduction - Meet Mary Ellen Wiltrout - From biology to online learning - What is MIT DELTA? - MIT’s one billion learners goal - Where podcasting fits in - Making MIT feel more human - Building the MIT Learn Podcast Network - Beyond Biology - Measuring impact beyond downloads - Conclusion
- Aug 24, 202636 min
How Podcast Spaces Support Research, Teaching, and Community
How do you build a podcasting culture in higher ed? Don’t start with the equipment.In this episode of Continuing Studies, Neil records live from Helix at the University of Leeds with Abigail Harrison Moore, Krissie Glover, and Kerr Hunter for the final conversation in our three-part series on research podcasting. After exploring participatory research with Abigail and production support with Krissie, in this episode they share how Helix supported and helped shape the Whose Power? project, and what makes a university podcast studio truly welcoming, useful, and accessible. The big takeaway: the best podcast spaces aren’t defined by the gear. They’re built through trust, safety, support, and people who help others feel like they belongEpisode Links:Learn more about Helix at the University of LeedsConnect with Kerr, Abigail or KrissieListen to Part 1 with Abigail Harrison MooreListen to Part 2 with Krissie Brighty-GloverListen to the Whose Power PodcastConnect with Us:Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters: - Opening the door to the university - Introduction - Recording live from Helix - What is Helix? - Building a programmed podcasting space - Podcasting as assessment and experiential learning - Making campus feel welcoming - Helix as a gateway to the university - Co-creation, flexibility, and shared ownership - Podcasting, access, and institutional trust - Podcasting as research output - Bringing participant voices to the front - Building trust, safety, and community - Transcripts, reflection, and the limits of the written word - Start with people, not equipment - Closing reflections - Conclusion
- Aug 11, 202628 min
How Podcasting Can Change the Classroom Dynamic: Live from Higher Ed PodCon 2026
Can podcasting make teaching more human, more connected, and more effective?In the second live episode from Higher Ed PodCon, Neil and Jen sit down with Rudy Salo, a lawyer, law professor, public transportation geek, and co-host of Good Is in the Details. Rudy explains how a philosophy podcast about everyday life, dialogue, and critical thinking found its way into the syllabus and how it's helping students see the person behind the professor, and why that human connection changes what happens in the classroom. They also get into Socrates, student trust, law school, and why Rudy says, Better Call Saul is the most accurate legal show.Episode Links:Connect with RudyGood is in the Details Connect with Us:Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters: - Introduction - Meet Rudy Salo - A philosophy podcast about everyday life - Using dialogue to think better - Curiosity, humility, and critical thinking - What “podcasting as pedagogy” means - Turning conversations into course material - Bringing audio into law school - How podcasts humanize professors - Building connection beyond the classroom - Using episodes to clarify hard concepts - Letting teaching uses emerge organically - When a podcast becomes a course idea - What legal dramas get wrong - Conclusion
- Jul 28, 202632 min
The Art of Hosting: Live from Higher Ed PodCon 2026
How do great hosts create conversations that feel purposeful, natural, and worth staying with?In this episode of Continuing Studies, Neil and Jen sit down with Sophie White from EDUCAUSE live at Higher Ed PodCon to talk about the art of hosting. Drawing from her work on EDUCAUSE Shop Talk, Sophie shares how purpose can shape everything from guest selection to audience focus, and how hosts can create the conditions for more thoughtful, candid conversations. They also discuss co-host chemistry, managing multiple guests, balancing rigor with fun, helping nervous guests feel at ease, and why podcasts can be a powerful way for higher education organizations to add context, personality, and connection to their work.Episode Links:Listen to EDUCAUSE ShopTalkConnect with Sophie WhiteConnect with Us:Share Feedback, Suggestions, & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters NetworkConnect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters: - Introduction - Meet Sophie White - EDUCAUSE Shop Talk - Topics and guests - Purposeful hosting - Co-host chemistry - Trust and communication - Rigor and fun - Managing multiple guests - Tricky guest dynamics - Helping guests relax - Being human on mic - Podcasts as engagement - Conclusion
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About Continuing Studies: Higher Ed Podcasting
We explore the intersection of higher education and podcasting. Each episode of Continuing Studies features insights from seasoned university podcasters who share tips, best practices, and stories from their podcasting journeys. Hosted by Jennifer-Lee Gunson and Neil McPhedran, this series covers everything from the technical aspects of podcasting to the art of storytelling and conducting interviews.Continuing Studies is more than just a podcast; it's a community. Connect with fellow higher ed podcasters, share your experiences, and continue your podcasting education on HigherEdPods.com.We're also on a journey to infuse Podcasting 2.0 best practices into our show. Our goal is to try every feature to determine the best suited for higher education podcasting. We'll be sharing our learnings and reviewing new podcasting apps and hosting services embracing Podcasting 2.0.Show Website: https://www.continuingstudiespodcast.com/Show LinkedIn Page: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/conti
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