Talking Culture podcast
About the project
Talking Culture is a podcast produced by the Goethe-Institut London that brings together leading voices from the arts and culture sector to engage in thought-provoking conversations on current issues, emerging trends, and pressing debates.
The series explores the critical role of arts and culture in contemporary society while also asking how culture can contribute to a future shaped by sustainability, collaboration, diversity, and inclusion. Through fascinating interviews with thinkers and doers, Talking Culture provides a platform to investigate how the creative fields are navigating the present and shaping the future.
The podcast is available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and the Goethe-Institut’s website.
Project responsibilities: Budget management, hosting, digital content production and strategy
As manager, producer, and host, I was the sole team member responsible for every stage of Talking Culture’s production and distribution. My responsibilities spanned research, guest booking, contract preparation, invoice processing, and the development of promotional materials and interview questions. I recorded and hosted episodes, edited and published audio and metadata, and compiled regular performance reports.
When I took on the project, I had no prior experience in podcast production or hosting. I taught myself through online resources and tutorials, gaining proficiency in the use of audio recording equipment and software, including Hindenburg, Audacity, Auphonic, Riverside FM, Headliner, and Stationista. This self-taught expertise enabled me to deliver a polished series that effectively communicated the Goethe-Institut’s cultural mission to international audiences.