Audio Duck

07/11/2024

A pause during a busy producing day. I've been hearing some great conversations today. I tell you everyday is a school day when you're a podcast producer and/or editor.

16/10/2024

First TWO episodes released 🎉

I'm always full of anticipation and excitement on the day a client launches their first few episodes and today is no exception. Not Pasta Again has been in the making for quite a few months now and My Food For Thought Sam Parker should be feeling super proud right now of what she has crafted. I have witnessed the passion Sam has for building a community of busy parents who face the daily battle of what to feed the family and you finally get to hear her wisdom and join in the journey to flourish and not flounder with food.

So if you find yourself sick and tired of serving up pasta again and want to get out of this rut, find your confidence in the kitchen and 'tick off' the nutritional guilt we often feel then this is a MUST listen.

Listening link is in the comments or just search for Not Pasta Again in your chosen podcast app.

So here I am stepping out of my comfort zone massively and launching my very own podcast, Not Pasta Again 💚 I’m really excited for where it could go as I’m really passionate to help everyone find joy in the kitchen. Be kind if you take a listen. You’ll find it here: https://not-pasta-again.captivate.fm/listen

09/10/2024

Find your tribe.... isn't that what they say?

Well I've found mine. The ScreenPop Meets Bingham group is a collection of fantastic business people all passionate about the work they do BUT also supporting and uplifting others. I come home from every meet up fresh with ideas, empowered by the the many conversations and all round support from such a lovely bunch of people.

30/09/2024

International Podcast Day you say? Here’s a list of all the things I love and hate about podcasting....

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🤝 Connections – from being a listener and connecting with great engaging content but also all the wonderful people I have met since working in the podcasting space. They really are a lovely welcoming and open community.

📜 Learning – Nearly every podcast I listen to or have the joy to edit leaves me with a lesson, a takeaway and often advice or a thought that really resonated and stays with me way after the headphones are off.

🎧 Intimate – Podcast and audio listening has always been an intimate listen. I love getting lost in a good podcast while folding another heap of washing and mopping the floor.

🎙 Accessibility – The world of podcasting is so accessible as a creator as well as a listener.

🍾 Opportunity – Whether you are thinking about starting a podcast, you have just released your first episode (Scary right but you did it!) or you are 4 years in and already on season 3 I salute every single one of you for giving podcast a shot.

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I wouldn’t be working in this fabulous industry if I hated it so to share the love of International Podcast Day I have rated and reviewed some of my current favourite podcasts.

03/09/2024

And normality and the routine resumes....

Eldest is back to school today and the youngest has started pre school meaning I can now work an extra day so it's a new routine for me too. I always feel the new routine September brings really helps to re focus and excitedly get stuck into all the plans I made in dreary January.

Is September like one giant reset button for you too?

If you are currently podcasting and feel your show needs a refresh or your stuck in a rut with the content then maybe now is the time to book a refresh 'review and strategy' session. Find out more here https://www.audioduck.co.uk/

19/06/2024

It has been an absolute pleasure to work with Elaine on the second series of her podcast. Everyone has a story to tell and although it isn't mentioned in the highlight reel below, Elaine told her incredible story in episode 1. Honestly, it is a powerful and thought provoking listen.

This podcast looks at the twists and turns life throws at you and how that can affect you as a small business owner and Elaine's certainly got turned upside down but the episode explains how she bounced back.

Thanks again for many fun producing sessions meeting the guests and allowing me to be a part of this journey with you Spero Solutions

04/04/2024

Great news! 🥳

You have booked the guest you have always wanted for your podcast. Fantastic. 🙌

Chances are this isn't their first rodeo as a podcast guest. BUT you want your guest to be fully engaged and come away from your interview remembering the experience and willing to share the content.

Before you record the interview go and search out other podcasts they have featured on and listen. Did you think.... Why didn't you ask that question? I'm desperate to know more about.....

This is the starting point in your research to ask this guest refreshing and intriguing questions. If you can ask your guest a question they have never been asked before - chances are they are going to start to really engage with your interview and enjoy the conversation. Hopefully they leave remembering what a great experience they had on your podcast and are more willing to share the episode.

13/03/2024

It was lovely to go to a networking event so close to home this morning. I had such a socialable time at ScreenPop Meets Bingham that I forgot to take any photos other than this windswept look of my walk in. Thanks for making me feel so welcome Sam, Penny, Lisa and all the members. Really enjoyed the style and welcome of this event plus the added bonus of getting my steps in for the day. ☁️🚶‍♂️

08/03/2024

On this International Women's Day I want to thank the incredibly talented women who have recently helped me within my business. I like working with small, local independents and there is an abundance of talent here in .

Thank you to Personality-Driven Photography by Stand Out Get Noticed for a fun photo shoot at my garden studio. Even though it was pouring with rain you captured me naturally and relaxed. Now thats a skill!

Anna Rigby Design for her creativity and understanding to design the perfect brand. You made the process look effortless.

Han the website creator extraordinaire and troubleshooter of all my website issues. Thanks for your patience.

Lorna Marie Fitness for getting me back into regular exercise which is having a positive impact on the way I start my working day. Your enthusiasm is infectious.

Plus all the amazing women I have recently met in Nottingham at networking events and coffee clubs.

Women flourishing in business on International Women's Day

13/02/2024

Giving a nod to a previous life on World Radio Day. I spent 15 years working in commerical radio and it taught me audio skills, how to talk one to one with your listener and engaging content. But most of all it brought me life long friends and an abundance of happy, once in a lifetime, memories.

Outside broadcasts 🎧
Election night specials 🎙
Christmas light switch ons 🎄
Clock changes and bumper Christmas music logs 🎶
Brit award parties 🥂🍾
Celebrity visits, intimate gigs and meeting my teenage dream Take That 😃😃
Raising money for charity 💛💜
4am commutes in the driving snow for manic school closure lists ❄️
Rajar days 🙈
X trax parties 🙈🙈🙈

So lucky I got to spend my days in those studios and with such incredibly talented people.

08/02/2024

Starting a podcast 🎙️..... it seems like there are a lot of things to sort before the first episode is released. You're right there is a process but this shouldn't stop you giving it a go.

Once you have got used to the idea of hearing your own voice (honestly, it really isn't bad) and have thought of that awesome title for your show the rest is a step by step process. Getting all your ducks in a row so to speak.

Drop me a line if you would like help arranging your podcasting ducks.

05/02/2024

Do you want to start a podcast? Feel stuck in a rut with your current podcast?

Audio Duck can help!

See more about the work I do here www.audioduck.co.uk and I can't wait to join you on your podcasting journey, whether that is from the initial seed of an idea you currently have to helping you with your current podcast.

Audio Duck - helping you get all your ducks in a row for stress free and smooth podcasting.