Narrative Podcast: Telling True Stories Through Storytelling
A course by Christian GurtnerHistorian
A course by Christian Gurtner, Historian
Create a captivating narrative podcast. Tell true stories through the art of storytelling.
Embark on an exciting journey into the world of podcasting with this online course. Join Christian Gurtner, a seasoned writer and creator of the acclaimed Escriba Café podcast, as he guides you through the art of crafting narrative podcasts. In this course, you'll explore the captivating power of storytelling and learn how to plan and execute your own engaging podcast.
Christian will begin by introducing you to the world of podcasting, explaining the intricacies of the narrative format and the essential equipment you'll need. From there, you'll delve into the art of utilizing your voice and creating the perfect audio environment for capturing high-quality sound.
Discover how to tap into your passions to develop compelling themes for your podcast episodes, and learn the importance of reliable research and fact-checking to ensure credibility. Christian will guide you through the process of crafting scripts, recording, editing, and delivering your episodes with finesse.
What will you learn in this online course?
16 lessons & 15 downloads
Resources
2 minutes, 40 seconds
The voice
2 minutes, 44 seconds
Idealization
4 minutes, 25 seconds
The script
7 minutes, 25 seconds
The record
7 minutes, 32 seconds
The editing process 1
9 minutes, 8 seconds
What's included in this course?
To start, you'll gain a comprehensive understanding of podcasting and the narrative format. Christian will explain the key equipment required to create professional-quality podcasts, setting you up for success from the beginning.
After grasping the basics, you'll explore the crucial elements of podcasting, including voice utilization and creating the ideal audio environment for recording. Christian will share his expertise on how to capture clear and captivating sound that draws in your listeners.
Next, you'll dive into the creative aspect of podcasting, focusing on developing unique and engaging themes for your episodes. You'll learn the importance of thorough research and fact-checking to maintain credibility and deliver accurate information to your audience.
As you progress, Christian will guide you through the process of crafting compelling scripts, recording your episodes, and perfecting your editing skills. You'll gain hands-on experience in every step of the production process, ensuring your podcasts are of the highest quality.
Finally, you'll explore strategies for publishing and promoting your work, as well as tips on engaging with your listeners. Christian will share valuable insights on building a loyal audience and fostering meaningful connections through your podcast.
By the end of this course, you'll have the knowledge and skills to create and deliver captivating narrative podcasts that inform, entertain, and inspire your audience.
What is this course's project?
You will have the exciting opportunity to produce your own podcast episode. Drawing from your research and fact-checking skills, you will develop a captivating theme and create a compelling script. With Christian's guidance, you'll record, edit, and polish your episode, ready to share with the world.
Who is this online course for?
Anyone interested in venturing into the world of podcasting or looking to enhance their podcast production skills. Whether you're a beginner or have some experience in podcasting, this course will provide you with the knowledge and techniques to create engaging narrative podcasts. If you have a passion for storytelling and want to captivate your audience with real stories, this course is tailored to help you refine your skills and take your podcasts to the next level.
Requirements and materials
To fully participate in this course, you'll need a computer with internet access, as well as headphones or speakers to listen to the course content. Additionally, having a microphone and audio recording software will be beneficial for hands-on practice during the course. Christian will guide you through the necessary equipment and software options to set up your podcasting workspace. Get ready to unleash your creativity and storytelling skills with the materials at hand.
Reviews
- 3 months ago
Un curso que va al grano, muy concreto y con enfoque claro
Lo de la Investigación del tema y el contraste de las fuentes me parece muy necesario y fundamental para crear un Pódcast serio, contundente
Faltándome sólo la última unidad, que es breve, estoy agradecido del profe Christian!
- 4 months ago
Es un curso de hace 4 años, por lo que una actualización valdría la pena. El proyecto final no me deja subirlo. Se menciona que es un curso avanzado, eso hubiera sido importante saber desde el inicio.
- 10 months ago
Es muy interesante e interactivo el curso. Es buena la manera de explicar y sirve muy bien para empezar a crear historias para podcast.
- 1 year ago
ótimo curso.
- 1 year ago
Muito bom e muito bem explicado!
Beyond Escriba Café, Christian has embarked on other exciting podcasting ventures, including Ausländer, which tells the compelling story of German immigration to Brazil. Christian's multifaceted background in writing, history, and aviation has shaped his expertise in crafting engaging narratives and captivating audiences through the power of audio storytelling.
With Christian Gurtner as your guide, you'll benefit from his wealth of experience and knowledge in podcast production. Through his expert instruction, you'll gain the skills and confidence to create narrative podcasts that inform, entertain, and inspire your listeners.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- U2
Preparation
- Introduction to the podcast
- Resources
- The voice
- The environment
- Idealization
- U3
Production
- The choice of theme
- The search
- The script
- The record
- The editing process 1
- The editing process 2
- U4
Post production
- RSS feed
- Platforms
- Interacting with your listeners
- FP
Final project
- Podcast series: audio novel
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FAQs
The course is ideal for those with basic audio or communication knowledge who want to deepen their storytelling and narrative podcast production skills, especially in historical and documentary genres.
Professional equipment isn’t required. The course covers everything from recording on your phone to using microphones, mixers, and software like Reaper, offering accessible options for all experience levels.
You’ll learn storytelling techniques, historical research, scripting, recording, audio editing, soundtrack selection, publishing via RSS, and strategies to engage listeners with narrative and documentary podcasts.
The course covers idea development, topic selection, research, scriptwriting, vocal techniques, home recording, editing, soundtrack creation, platform distribution, listener engagement, and examples of narrative formats like true crime and documentaries.
No prior audio editing skills are needed. The course teaches everything from the basics to advanced editing techniques using tools like Reaper and free apps for various systems.
You’ll learn how to research historical cases, craft compelling scripts, use sound effects, and structure episodes in true crime or documentary styles, with practical tips to make your podcast stand out.
Recommended tools include Notion for scripting, My Bib for references, Reaper and other audio editors, plus free apps for organizing, recording, and editing podcasts.