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Transcripts available at https://tobydorr.com/podcast-schedule/

"Sometimes you can be significant by being insignificant...

We all have it within us to make a difference. You don't have to be wealthy. You don't have to be famous. You don't have to have a title."

- Toby Dorr, host of and the interviewee on today’s episode of Fierce Conversations with Toby

Special behind-the-scenes episode! Join Toby Dorr, host of Fierce Conversations with Toby, and Mark Packard, producer of Fierce Conversations with Toby, as they dive deep into the inspiring stories that make their podcast shine. Discover what drives their passions and ignites their guests' stories. Let's uncover the heart behind the mic!

Some of our fierce topics today:

[00:00] Introduction to Mark Packard

[01:02] Importance of Listener Perception in Podcast Production

[01:51] Role of Music and Sound Mixing in Podcasts

[02:07] Favorite Podcast Episodes

[07:09] Defining "Fierce Conversations"

[10:14] Book Discovery and Libraries

[19:39] Audio Books and Changing Preferences

[20:51] Embracing Risks and Playing It Safe

[21:29] Speaking Up and Advocacy

[24:15] Humanizing and Advocating for Prisoners

[30:56] The Power of Difficult Conversations

[43:01] Inspiring and Empowering Women

[48:10] Outro

About Mark Packard:

As the director and producer of Number Three Productions, Mark is intent on building procedures and techniques that transcend the confines of traditional distribution models. With a pioneering spirit, he leads the charge in creating a new creator economy of shared resources, forever reshaping our landscape. Mark is always looking for an opportunity to amplify voices and disrupt the world.

Recognized as a podcasting luminary, Mark has produced three captivating hiphop EPs, curated nine engaging podcasts, composed eight podcast theme songs, and brought nine enchanting audiobooks to life. His remarkable contributions have garnered acclaim, earning him consecutive nominations as Podcast Hero of the Year at the Publisher Podcast Awards, alongside esteemed creators from Marvel, Amazon, and Penguin Random House.

Links mentioned in this episode:

The Fierce Conversations Team

Mark Packard:

Number Three Productions Website

Podcasts mentioned (links are for the YouTube episodes):

You Might Go to Prison with Justin Brooks

Doing Things That Scare You with Catherine Bell

Uncovering Grief's Beauty with Wendy Elle

The Art of Living and Loving with Kathryn C. Boxill

They Wanted Justice with Chris, Cliff, Charles, and Tim

"Off Leash", Toby's Interview on the "Criminal" podcast (audio podcast link)

Requesting books from your local library:

How to Request a Book at Your Local Library through Libby