Dr. Reginold Royston is a media anthropologist and digital humanities researcher at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, jointly-appointed in the School of Information and the Department of African Cultural Studies. He coordinates the Black Arts + Data Futures group through the Borghesi-Mellon Interdisciplinary Workshop in the Humanities at the UW-Madison Center for Humanities. His research interests…
Bamba Ndiaye
Bamba Ndiaye is an Assistant Professor of African Studies at Emory University‘s Oxford College and a former Mellon Postdoctoral Fellow at Cornell University’s Society for the Humanities. He earned a Ph.D. in Comparative Humanities at the University of Louisville. His research interests are at the intersection of Black Atlantic social movements, critical race theory, Black…
Peter Alegi
Peter Alegi is a professor of history at Michigan State University and a well-known podcaster doing Africa Past and Present since 2008. He is the author of Laduma! Soccer, Politics & Society in South Africa and African Soccerscapes: How a Continent Changed the World’s Game, and co-editor of Africa’s World Cup and South Africa and the Global Game. He is Series…
Top 10 Techniques of Successful Scholarly Podcasters: An Initial Guide
1. Strategic Episode Structure Core Components Implementation 2. Advanced Interview Techniques Preparation Execution 3. Audio Quality Optimization Technical Setup Post-Production 4. Content Batching and Planning Organization Execution 5. Audience Engagement Strategies Direct Interaction Community Building 6. Storytelling Mastery Narrative Techniques Delivery Methods 7. Show Notes Optimization Content Structure SEO Implementation 8. Multi-Platform Distribution Platform Strategy…
Digital Audio & Academic Podcasting
A Guide for Academic Content Creators Introduction Digital audio has revolutionized academic communication, making knowledge sharing more accessible than ever. This presentation covers the fundamentals of digital sound and provides practical guidance for creating quality academic podcasts (at a wide range of budgets and skills). Since we only have a short time, we will cover…
Audio Resources & References
Audio Engineering & Technical Standards Audio Engineering Society (AES) Digital Audio Fundamentals Podcast Production Resources NPR Training Transom.org Resources Academic-Specific Resources Digital Humanities Centers Academic Podcasting Networks Audio Software & Tools Free/Open Source Professional Software Resources Accessibility Standards & Resources Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) Accessibility Tools Distribution & Analytics Podcast Hosting Platforms Academic Impact…
Oral History Resources, technology, & Standards
Oral History Resources & Standards Professional Organizations & Guidelines Technical Specifications for Oral History Documentation & Release Forms Digital Preservation Specialized Software for Oral History Training Resources Special Considerations Project Planning Resources Legal & Ethical Resources Note: some resources require institutional affiliations or subscriptions for full access.
The Intimacy of Sound: How Scholarly Podcasting Is Changing African Studies
Video recording of Dr. Peter Alegi’s presentation “The Intimacy of Sound: How Scholarly Podcasting is Changing African Studies” at Michigan State University’s African Studies Center on March 14, 2024.
Academic Podcasts about Africa
Recommended Shows These podcasts provide invaluable insights into Africa’s diverse histories, cultures, and global connections, serving as excellent resources for academic study and public engagement. Africa Past and Present PodcastHosted by Michigan State University since 2008, this podcast highlights Africa’s history, politics, and culture through conversations with scholars, artists, and activists. It serves as a…
Podcasting Resources
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Podcast Bibliography
SELECT BIBLIOGRAPHY Compiled by Peter Alegi (November 2024) Africa Podfest. “Discovery Tour, Data Edition: Mapping out the present & future of African audio storytelling.” April 2022 Report. https://www.podcasting.africa/discovery-tour-data-edition-report (last accessed August 17, 2023). Alegi, Peter. “Podcasting the Past: Africa Past and Present and (South) African History in the Digital Age.” South African Historical Journal 64,…