Abstract
This research explores the application of software development methodologies to academic podcast production. Podcasting is becoming a popular medium for knowledge exploration and dissemination among scholars across various disciplines. However, podcast production requires a diverse skill set, (e.g. interviewing, audio recording, editing, etc) which may not be readily available to individual academics or small teams.
Although it may seem relatively simple when compared with video production, podcasting still presents creative and technical challenges. The podcast production process is often described as a linear progression (Preparation → Recording → Editing → Publication) such as in Copeland & McGregor’s ‘A Guide to Academic Podcasting’ (2021). However, the process can also be iterative. It may involve revisiting steps, such as re-recording unsatisfactory audio revealed during Editing. Therefore, real-world scenarios require workflow adjustments.
Drawing parallels with software development methodologies, this research recognises the shift from rigid, one-way approaches (e.g. waterfall method) to flexible and collaborative methods like Scrum. Agile methods break down software development into small phases, emphasising continuous collaboration and improvement. These methodologies have evolved to handle complex projects and yield high-quality completion rates. Agile methods can be scaled for teams of different sizes, including solo projects.
This research examines the parallels between software development processes and podcast production to identify lessons from agile methods that can be applied. By allowing individuals to develop skills in short bursts, these methodologies have the potential to empower scholars from any discipline to engage in podcasting.
Although it may seem relatively simple when compared with video production, podcasting still presents creative and technical challenges. The podcast production process is often described as a linear progression (Preparation → Recording → Editing → Publication) such as in Copeland & McGregor’s ‘A Guide to Academic Podcasting’ (2021). However, the process can also be iterative. It may involve revisiting steps, such as re-recording unsatisfactory audio revealed during Editing. Therefore, real-world scenarios require workflow adjustments.
Drawing parallels with software development methodologies, this research recognises the shift from rigid, one-way approaches (e.g. waterfall method) to flexible and collaborative methods like Scrum. Agile methods break down software development into small phases, emphasising continuous collaboration and improvement. These methodologies have evolved to handle complex projects and yield high-quality completion rates. Agile methods can be scaled for teams of different sizes, including solo projects.
This research examines the parallels between software development processes and podcast production to identify lessons from agile methods that can be applied. By allowing individuals to develop skills in short bursts, these methodologies have the potential to empower scholars from any discipline to engage in podcasting.
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| Publication status | Published - 23 Sep 2023 |