The BBC Academy Podcast

You can use sound to tell stories in different ways - whether that's a soundtrack, a character's voice or sound effects for a radio drama.A recent Producers’ Forum session at the BBC studio used by Th...

25 Maj 201724min

In this era of data journalism and interactive online content, what else can people trained in writing and broadcasting do to tell their stories and reach wider audiences? Coding is one answer.BBC dat...

18 Maj 201723min

Live radio requires a lot of effort at the best of times - more so when you're dealing with sensitive issues, vulnerable contributors and medical advice. We find out how the team behind BBC Radio 1's ...

11 Maj 201721min

To get a programme on television, you first have to master the commissioning process and pitch to someone who’s in a position to give you the go-ahead.“When it works it is absolutely the best feeling ...

13 Apr 201723min

There are so many options when choosing a career, the competition is tough, and most school leavers have little practical experience. The BBC Academy's Kris Bramwell spoke to BBC new talent schemes co...

6 Apr 201720min

Changing your career, whether through choice or redundancy, can be daunting. You can feel inspired and confused at the same time.But where do you start? And what do you need to consider?"The average m...

30 Mars 201720min

The stories aren't about sound - they are created using sound. Hugh Sykes uses sound to tell evocative stories and paint pictures in the audiences’ minds. The renowned foreign correspondent plays clip...

23 Mars 201719min

If you work in the media you're most likely to be involved in regular creative ideas sessions (like the one above). But what form can they take - what techniques can you use to improve them?The BBC Ac...

16 Mars 201723min