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.
Talking Culture
As manager, producer, and host, I was the sole team member responsible for every stage of Talking Culture’s production and distribution. My responsibilities included researching and preparing interview questions, booking guests, preparing contracts, updating the webpage, developing promotional materials and processing invoices. I also recorded and hosted episodes, edited and published audio and metadata, and compiled regular performance reports to shape digital strategies.
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.