18Sixty: How to create standout podcasts that captivate and keep audiences hooked

About this episode

Gareth Evans shares insights on creating captivating podcasts that engage audiences.

What makes a podcast truly stand out? Gareth Evans, founder of 18Sixty, reveals the secrets behind high-quality audio storytelling, drawing from his experience with Virgin, BBC Radio, and beyond. Tune in as we uncover what it takes to engage listeners and build a podcast that cuts through the noise.

People in this episode

Hosts: Ollie Tiramuragan Collard, Dr Becky Sage

Guest: Gareth Evans

Topics covered

• podcasting
• audio storytelling
• engagement
• media production
• entrepreneurship

Keywords

• podcast
• storytelling
• audience engagement
• media
• production
• 18Sixty
• Virgin
• BBC Radio

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Virgin, BBC Radio, 18Sixty

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