Aclass: Indigenous Voices | Acast

The podcast industry is growing. There are more shows, more creators and more job opportunities than ever before. We also know that the podcasting space is largely dominated by white creators, but there is always room for other voices. Join Acast for the latest in our Aclass series of events focused on diversity in podcasting.

Guest-curated by Pamela Palmater (Mi’kmaq lawyer, professor, author, and activist), Aclass: Indigenous Voices will inspire, celebrate, and amplify Indigenous voices. we explore how to ensure Indigenous creators are hired, that their stories are told, and that their community finds a foothold within the podcast industry.

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SESSION 1: SEEN AND HEARD: Indigenous storytelling through podcasting, from beginner to expert
Get Indigenous podcasters’ perspectives on creating and developing audio-first stories, and the challenges and successes they’ve encountered along the way. Hear from panelists Ryan McMahon, Falen Johnson, and Natalie Welch as they walk us through their creative journeys and discuss the state of Indigenous podcasting right now — along with where it’s headed in the future.
Curator: Pam Palmater | Professor and Chair at Ryerson University, and host of Warrior Life
PANEL:
Ryan McMahon, Host of Thunder Bay
Falen Johnson, Host of The Secret Life of Canada
Natalie Welch, Host of The Creative Native Podcast


SESSION 2: GETTING YOUR PODCAST OFF THE GROUND:
Developing your show and growing your audience
In this fireside chat, our special guest will offer podcasters of all experience levels valuable insights — from pitching and marketing a show to grassroots audience engagement, monetization, production, and more.
Moderator: Vernon Foster II | Content Development Manager at Acast
Guest:
Nick Estes, Host of The Red Nation Podcast