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posted by chromas on Friday October 05 2018, @12:32AM   Printer-friendly
from the maximum-strength dept.

Google Podcasts creator program opens to provide training, funding, & promote inclusivity

With the Android app's launch in June, the Google Podcasts creator program was also teased to promote inclusive storytelling and increase diversity in podcasting. Google is now opening sign-ups for a training program that will feature seed funding to create unique and sustainable shows.

The Google Podcasts creator program aims to address two imbalances as the industry is skyrocketing in popularity: "Women and people of color are still underrepresented as hosts, and many of the world's most popular podcasts hail from western, urban areas." It has three main pillars:

  1. Empowering and training underrepresented voices through an accelerator program
  2. Educating a global community with free tools
  3. Showcasing participants' work as a model for others

The first pillar begins now, with Google partnering with PRX to lead and manage the program, including the 20-weeks of training. Interested partners can submit pitches for unique shows that highlight diverse viewpoints.

Also at TechCrunch.

Previously: Google Podcasts App Launches, Years After It Canceled a Similar App

Related: Public Radio Companies Acquire a Podcast App
Changing Face of Radio Distribution


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  • (Score: 2) by DeathMonkey on Friday October 05 2018, @06:29PM (1 child)

    by DeathMonkey (1380) on Friday October 05 2018, @06:29PM (#744749) Journal

    I'd rather have the cash up front.

    The thing about bonuses is they're not guaranteed.

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  • (Score: 2) by The Mighty Buzzard on Saturday October 06 2018, @03:46AM

    by The Mighty Buzzard (18) Subscriber Badge <themightybuzzard@proton.me> on Saturday October 06 2018, @03:46AM (#744946) Homepage Journal

    True, you have to earn them. It's a shame "earn" is a four letter word to so many people nowadays.

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