Interview with Max Sanderson Guardian interim deputy editor for audio. Conducted by Sorcha Hughes, Guardian Foundation NewsWise project coordinator on 30 April 2021. Recorded remotely using Zencastr and Google Meet software.
Summary contents of interview (with rough timings):
00:28 Introduction to the interim deputy editor for audio role including looking after the day to day running of all podcasts except Today in Focus
01:15 A typical work day including reviewing and editing content, providing technical and editorial support to producers and meetings
04:50 The processes involved in producing the Guardian's different podcasts
07:18 Listening to podcasts covering a range of topics
11:45 Important issues for audio including resources and diversity and inclusivity in podcasting
14:15 Discusses the biggest challenge over the last year being the move to recording from home and how proud he is of how the audio team has managed this
16:30 Changes to podcasting due to the pandemic including creating podcasts while working from home
19:45 Thoughts on how podcasting may develop over the coming years including investment in multimedia platforms, improving existing shows and creating new shows
22:25 Discussion around the long-term outlook for audio and podcasting
24:35 Pride at working for the Guardian
Duration: 26 minutes and 1 second.
Creator: Guardian News & Media Ltd (2006-)
Hughes; Sorcha (c1993); news literacy advocate