Arkast

09/01/2024

🎙 ARKAST Podcast Festival Kickoff - Full Schedule Announcement! 🎙

Get ready for a day packed with learning, networking, and inspiration! We're thrilled to announce the full schedule for the ARKAST Podcast Festival Kickoff at Delta Hotels by Marriott on September 14th. Whether you're a seasoned podcaster or just starting out, there's something for everyone.

🕘 9:00 AM - Coffee and Podcasting**
Start your day by connecting with fellow podcasters over a cup of coffee in a relaxed atmosphere.

🕙 10:00 AM - Workshop: The State of Podcasting and Its Growth
Explore the latest trends and the future of podcasting in this informative session.

🕚 11:00 AM - Workshop: Planning Your Podcast the Right Way
Learn how to effectively plan and structure your podcast for success.

🕛 12:00 PM - Lunch Break
Take a break, grab some food, and continue networking with other attendees.

🕐 1:00 PM - Workshop: The Technology of Podcasting
Discover the tools and tech you need to make your podcast sound professional.

🕑 2:00 PM - Workshop: Using Riverside to Record Your Podcast
Master the art of recording high-quality episodes with Riverside.

🕒 3:00 PM - Workshop: Securing Grants for Your Podcast Project
Find out how to apply for and secure funding for your podcast.

🕓 4:00 PM - Workshop: Free AI Tools for Easier Podcast Creation
Learn about free AI tools that can streamline your podcast production.

🕔 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM - Creators’ Keynotes
Hear from podcasting professionals on topics like cover art, mental health, and interview tips.

🕘 9:00 PM - Afterparty Drinks
End the day with drinks at the Delta Hotels by Marriott bar, and keep the conversation going!

Mark your calendars and join us for a day dedicated to all things podcasting! 🎧

08/30/2024

We have a new sponsor for ARKAST 2024! Thank you to MowPod , a podcast ad-serving technology that helps increase podcast downloads and visibility.

How it works
MowPod creates and places display ads for podcast episodes on websites to target a specific audience. The ads look like banner ads and include a graphic, description, and a "Listen Now" button. When clicked, the button links to a web player hosted by MowPod.

The ARKAST Kickoff date is September 14 and tickets are only $12 right now! Get yours now and learn how to podcast as a career or boost your cause.

08/29/2024

For a limited time, ARKAST Podcast Festival Kickoff tickets are only $12!!! You must purchase online and on September 14, you will be joining us for national podcast industry pros speaking, get hands on workshop experience, network with other creatives, and learn how to grow your podcast. Don't miss out.
https://tinyurl.com/arkastkickoff

Are you trying to grow your podcast? Want to be introduced to the heavy hitters in the industry? Want to meet your listeners and gain lifetime fans? ARKAST is here to help you kick open the doors you can't seem to open and give you an arena of screaming supporters waving flags with your face on the...

08/20/2024

Arkansas podcasters in the spotlight! ❤️

08/17/2024

As the leaves are turning orange and there is a slight chill to the air, a breeze seems to summon you into a dimly lit theater. You give in to the drawing feeling of curiosity and take your fold-down seat. The stage sparks to life with a camp fire encircled by a camping ground with tents, lanterns, weathered logs, and the silhouettes of a masked band of gangly creatures strolling through the forest behind. This is Halloween and you're part of the show. Ladies and gentlemen, we're ghoulishly pleased that you're here. Tonight we have some frightfully amazing guests:

Arkansas-based independent horror film director Jason Pitts!
Lovecraftian scary novel author John Hornor Jacobs!
Fantastic beast hunters Cryptids Across the Atlas!
Mystery-curious spooky event seekers Unexplained Arkansas, a Podcast!
Guides of local spirit hangs Haunted Arkansas Ghost Tours!

Costumes are encouraged, trick or treating in the lobby, interactive show, all ages welcome, and it's all free courtesy of Central Arkansas Library System and Arkansas Podcast Collaborative!

Get your RSVP here: ARKAST Presents: A Halloween Podcast Live Recording

08/16/2024

Conley Graphics in Searcy, Arkansas are on a mission to raise funds for literacy programs in their hometown. We sat down with them to talk about their initiative and how to get involved.

08/16/2024

Conley Graphics in Searcy, AR is hosting a fundraiser for literacy programs in their city. We thank them for their hearts and dedication to raising their community up!

08/15/2024

Here's a cheat sheet list for this year's Arkast Podcast Festival by the Arkansas Podcast Collaborative. 6 events across 6 venues and 4 cities. New to this year, we will be in 2 languages. We will have more details to share soon. For tickets and more info, head over to arkansaspodcasters.org

08/06/2024

Listen up 🔈

08/04/2024

Last week, Arkansas Podcast Collaborative's own Ti King had the opportunity to meet the improv comedians behind Comedy Bang Bang after seeing their show live! They talked about about what APC is doing for podcasting and got some great feedback from the Los Angeles based founders of Earwolf Podcasts (home to the Conan Needs A Friend podcast).

08/01/2024

There is no better time than now to tell you that we have an upcoming live recording of a special Halloween podcast episode and you're invited! We will be at the Ron Robinson Theater in Little Rock, AR on October 16 with a fully designed spooky stage set and some amazing guests dropping by. Come join the fun and the cost is exactly zero dollars thanks to our partnership with the Central Arkansas Library System.

07/22/2024

We have tons of big things happening for podcasters in the flyover states. Don't miss one of our podcaster meetups this week. We will have one in Little Rock and one in Fayetteville happening at the same time with a digital portal between them. We're excited to see you creators there!

TL;DR: Two Podcasters Meetups This week Riverside and Sounds Profitable Join ARKAST ARKAST Kickoff Speaker Announcements Have Begun You Can Support Us By Picking Up ARKAST Swag

07/19/2024

Arkansas Podcast Collaborative is proud to announce another speaker at this year's ARKAST 2024 Kickoff: Townsendtmusic!

Townsend has been in the music industry scene for many years, opening for chart-topping artists including Sister Hazel, Kris Allen, Maggie Rose, and Ben Rector. She was also named 501 Magazine’s Artist of the Month, received the Spotlight Award, twice named International Songwriting Semi-Finalist, and won multiple Battle of the Bands competitions. Her songs have appeared in commercials as well as short films. In 2019, Townsend played at the Pensacola Beach Songwriters Festival and shared the spotlight with award-winning songwriters for artists such as Ashley McBryde, Tim McGraw, Garth Brooks, and many more. More recently, Townsend participated in the Cartagena International Guitar festival in Colombia. Along the way, she has gained several music industry endorsements, including Artesia-Pro, K&K Sound Systems, Stonebridge Guitars, Fishman, and Elixir Strings. Additionally, as Townsend is passionate about giving back, she now hosts a bi-monthly podcast raising awareness for mental health titled "You're Not Alone With Townsend." The project has made a profound impact, with countless fans reaching out to share their mental health stories, interest from organizations, media coverage, as well as landing her the title of “Arkansan of the Day”. Fast forward to now, Townsend has worked hand in hand with multi-Grammy winning artists and producers to bring her best project yet!

Get your tickets now at www.arkansaspodcasters.org

07/12/2024

07/11/2024

The Arkansas Podcast Collaborative (APC) has unveiled the lineup for ARKAST 2024, the state's premier podcast festival. The third annual

07/11/2024

Thanks to Joe Cline and Arkansas Minds for having Karen and Ti!

07/11/2024

Throwback to a couple weeks ago at the Delta Hotels Appreciation Event aka the location of this year’s kickoff 🎙️

Such an incredible space this year. Thankful for amazing people who are changing the game for the Arkansas (and beyond!) podcasting industry.

There is so much talent hidden in the heart of Arkansas and we’re only getting started!

06/28/2024

Thanks to all of you who attended last night's podcaster meetup in Fayetteville! Charli Bradshaw did an amazing job hosting and keeping the collaboration going!

06/27/2024

You never know who you will have needing to drop in and record something. Yesterday, we had Ray Lowe, one of the hosts of the new Official Marvel Podcast. Yeah, MARVEL dropped into our offices! We provided a space for her to record her parts for an upcoming episode and I'm ecstatic.

06/24/2024

Meet Chloe, a communications major who is interning for Arkansas Podcast Collaborative! She hosts her college softball team's podcast and will be using this opportunity to learn as much about podcasting as possible while helping us prepare for ARKAST. Welcome, Chloe!

06/17/2024

Ready for some ARKAST 2024 announcements? We have a few to make over the next few weeks! We're excited to make our first speaker announcement: Andrew Sweatman with the Arthouse Garage will be joining us on Sept 14 at Delta Hotels by Marriott! Andrew is a writer, podcaster, and film lover who wants to help people think critically about movies. He lives in central Arkansas with his wife Allison and two children, Rosie & Beau. Andrew is the Senior Editor at Arthouse Garage and a member of the Southeastern Film Critics Association (SEFCA). Find him at ArthouseGarage.com, on the Arthouse Garage podcast, and on socials:

06/17/2024

Jaxson McLennan is a producer of iHeart Podcast Award nominated projects and has produced for the likes of Lions Gate. Making the traversal from Australia to Los Angeles, Jaxson continues to create stunning art with audio and video.
Get Tickets to the ARKAST Podcast Festival:
https://www.arkansaspodcasters.org
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LinkedIn
https://www.linkedin.com/company/arkast

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Jaxson McLennan is a producer of iHeart Podcast Award nominated projects and has produced for the likes of Lions Gate. Making the traversal from Australia to Los Angeles, Jaxson continues to create stunning art with audio and video. Get Tickets to the ARKAST Podcast Festival: https://www.arkansaspod...

06/15/2024

If you missed our workshop for podcast grants that today, here is the link to the video and the worksheets are in the description:

Learn how to get grants to fund your podcast. Here are the links to to documents mentioned:Podcast Budget Worksheethttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1Fvh04s...

06/03/2024

Welcome to the very first episode of "The Road to ARKAST," hosted by Ti King from the Arkansas Podcast Collaborative! In this inaugural episode, Ti sits down with Ranger Kielak, an inspiring adventurer who is walking across America to raise awareness and support for nonprofit organizations.
Join us as we delve into Ranger Kielak's incredible journey, the challenges he faces, and the causes he champions. Discover the motivation behind his cross-country trek and learn how his efforts are making a real difference.
Don't forget to mark your calendars for ARKAST 2024:
- **September 14**: ARKAST Kickoff at Delta Hotels in Little Rock
- **November 16**: Live Halloween Podcast Recording at Ron Robinson Theater in Little Rock
- **November 14-16**: Main event of ARKAST 2024
Get your tickets at www.arkansaspodcasters.org and join us for an unforgettable celebration of podcasting!
Tune in to "The Road to ARKAST" and be inspired by stories that pave the way to podcasting success.
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Welcome to the very first episode of "The Road to ARKAST," hosted by Ti King from the Arkansas Podcast Collaborative! In this inaugural episode, Ti sits down with Ranger Kielak, an inspiring adventurer who is walking across America to raise awareness and support for nonprofit organizations. Join us....

06/03/2024

The Road to ARKAST is making a return for this year's podcast festival! We are bringing in some of the brightest personalities to learn from them how we can all create our own piece of success in this crazy podcasting world.
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The Road to ARKAST is making a return for this year's podcast festival! We are bringing in some of the brightest personalities to learn from them how we can all create our own piece of success in this crazy podcasting world.

05/31/2024

What an incredible time we had last week at our monthly podcast meetup! If you missed out this time, be sure to catch us at the next one on the 4th Thursday of June! We can't wait to see you and collaborate.