


Fundamentals of Podcasting
ART-40710
Master the Art of Podcasting: From Concept to Creation
6 Weeks | No Prerequisite
In today’s digital world, podcasting is one of the most powerful ways to share stories, build brands, and connect with audiences. Whether you're a beginner looking to start your first podcast or a current podcaster wanting to refine your craft, Fundamentals of Podcasting is designed to take you from idea to execution. Over six weeks, you'll explore both the technical and creative aspects of podcast production, including microphone selection, recording high-quality audio, and editing with professional tools. With hands-on demonstrations and expert guidance, you’ll gain the confidence to create compelling audio content that stands out.
Course Details
This course covers everything you need to produce, edit, and distribute a podcast. You’ll get hands-on experience with digital audio workstations (DAWs), learning to record, mix, and enhance your sound using industry-standard techniques. You'll also explore how to incorporate music, sound effects, and plugins to craft an engaging listening experience. Beyond the technical skills, you’ll develop the ability to structure episodes, refine your storytelling, and understand how successful podcasts captivate their audiences. By the end of the course, you’ll know how to export, format, and distribute your podcast on major platforms, ensuring your voice reaches the world.
Whether you're launching a passion project, building a brand, or aiming for professional-quality production, this course will provide the essential skills to bring your podcasting vision to life. With expert instruction, hands-on practice, and constructive feedback, you’ll leave with a fully produced podcast episode and the knowledge to continue growing in this exciting medium. Start creating podcasts that inspire, inform, and entertain!
This Course is Ideal For a:
- Podcaster – Learn to produce high-quality audio content and grow an audience.
- Audio Producer – Gain technical skills in recording, editing, and mixing professional audio.
- Content Creator – Enhance your brand with engaging podcast episodes.
- Marketing Specialist – Use podcasting as a content marketing tool to engage audiences.
- Journalist – Develop storytelling techniques and produce investigative or news-based podcasts.
- Public Relations Specialist – Leverage podcasting for brand storytelling and audience engagement.
- Social Media Manager – Create audio-driven content to complement digital marketing strategies.
- Educator or Trainer – Use podcasting as an innovative way to teach and share knowledge.
- Voice Actor – Improve audio production skills to create professional-quality recordings.
- Entrepreneur or Business Owner – Build brand authority and connect with customers through podcasting.
What You'll Learn
- Identify and select the right microphone for your recording needs.
- Record high-quality audio and ensure clear, professional sound.
- Use editing tools in a DAW to cut, refine, and enhance your podcast.
- Work with music, sound effects, and plugins to improve production quality.
- Export and distribute your podcast in multiple formats.
- Understand podcast distribution platforms and how to reach your audience effectively.
Course Information
Platforms: Platforms including Apple, Google Play, Tunein, Spotify, Spreaker and Stitcher will be covered.
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This course is entirely web-based and to be completed asynchronously between the published course start and end dates. Synchronous attendance is NOT required.
You will have access to your online course on the published start date OR 1 business day after your enrollment is confirmed if you enroll on or after the published start date.
Textbooks:
No textbook required.
Policies:
- No refunds after: 3/28/2025
- Early Enrollment Discount: $370 ($395 if enrolled after 3/3/2025)
- 1st no meeting date: 3/28/2025
- Early enrollment advised
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Instructor:
Genadi Radiul, M.S.

Master's Degrees in Music and Motion Graphics; teaches audio production, motion graphics, and compositing classes in San Diego.
Genadi Radiul teaches Adobe AfterEffects I: Introduction to Motion Graphics, Intermediate Adobe AfterEffects, ProTools I: Introduction to Audio Production, and Fundamentals of Podcasting.
He has two master's degrees: one in music and one in motion graphics. He has taught at the Art Institute in Pittsburgh and in San Diego and has extensive experience in working with various audio/video equipment, both analog and digital hardware and software.
Genadi is dedicated to teaching students practical skills in motion graphics, compositing, and audio production.