Episode 28 Behind the Bark: How We Make Barking Mad
In this podcast I make reference to John Laws, a multi media legend in Australia. Sadly, since recording this episode he has passed, aged 90 and with a 70 year radio career behind him.
RIP Richard John Laws
Keywords
podcast, mental health, psychiatry, audience engagement, technology, listener feedback, podcast longevity, serious topics, humor, personal reflections
Summary
In this episode, Peter and Professor Cathy Owen delve into the origins and evolution of their podcast, discussing how they select topics, engage with their audience, and utilize technology to enhance their recordings. They reflect on the balance between serious discussions and humour, the importance of listener feedback, and their personal motivations for continuing the podcast. The conversation highlights the challenges and joys of podcasting, as well as the diverse audience they have attracted.
Takeaways
The podcast aims to demystify psychiatry and mental health.
Topics are often inspired by current events or listener suggestions.
Engaging with the audience is crucial for content relevance.
Technology plays a significant role in recording and editing.
Maintaining a balance between seriousness and humor is key.
The podcast has evolved to cover a wide range of topics.
Listener feedback shapes future episodes and discussions.
The hosts enjoy the freedom to express their views without institutional constraints.
Podcasting can be a fun and rewarding experience.
The audience is diverse, with a significant number of listeners from Australia and the US.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast Journey
02:41 Finding Topics and Audience Engagement
05:17 Podcasting Tools and Technology
08:08 Podcast Structure and Longevity
10:34 Listener Demographics and Feedback
12:38 The Balance of Seriousness and Humor
15:15 The Role of Personal Experience in Podcasting
17:49 Conclusion and Future Directions
Questions
If you have a question you would like to hear discussed, please drop us an email at barkingmadpodcast@outlook.com
Resources
Feeling out of sorts? Here are some quality mental health resources:
Lifeline 131114 or online here https://www.lifeline.org.au/crisis-chat/
Beyond Blue https://www.beyondblue.org.au/
E-Couch https://ecouch.com.au/
Relationships Australia https://relationships.org.au/
1800Respect 1800737732 or https://www.1800respect.org.au/
National Alcohol and Other Drugs Hotline 1800250015
Headspace for 12-25 https://www.headspace.com/articles/how-to-improve-self-esteem
Kids Helpline for 5-25 https://kidshelpline.com.au/
