Pods Like Us

Marv gives some initial quick take aways from discussions that he has had with guests from recordings for future episodes. 

1. Mike Davis - Founder of Stag Films, Writer, Producer, Director, and Archive Footage Advisor.

2. Hannah Puddefoot and Helen Quigley, the writer and the producer respectively of audio drama Harry's Home, which looks at the subject of Alzheimer's. 

3. Phil Better - Podcasting Advisor and Podcaster Extraordinai...

In preparation for The Podcast Show in London, I got my portable handheld Tascam recorder out and Louise thought it would be a great idea to test it, so that I know what I'm doing when I get there.

With that in mind Louise thought that it would be good to record an off the cuff interview with me.

At the beginning Louise is too close to the device, which is why you can hear the air coming out of Louise's mouth interfering with the w...

Two lifelong Queen fans. One song at a time.

Stephen and Paul Nicholson — brothers and co-hosts of the acclaimed Trimming the Musical Fat music podcast — join Marv on Pods Like Us to talk about their brand new weekly podcast Sheer Pod Attack, where they're covering every single Queen track in chronological order in under 10 minutes per episode. 

From the Queen I debut album all the way through to Made in Heaven, no song gets skipp...

Episode Summary - Host Marv speaks with writer-director Matthew Woodcock about The Divide — a 12-episode spy-fi audio drama from Definitely Human Productions. They cover the creative journey from inspiration to release, including casting, sound design, cliffhanger structure, and the case against binge culture. 

What You'll Learn - ● How a Cold War spy thriller can mirror modern social media manipulation  ● Why recording actors tog...

He was podcasting before Apple knew what a podcast was. Twenty years later, Rob Walch is still the person the industry calls when they need answers — and in this episode he's giving them all away for free.

Rob Walch, VP of Podcast Relations at Captivate and one of the most experienced voices in podcasting history, joins Marv for a conversation that every podcaster — beginner or veteran — needs to hear. From why your show title is ...

Dr. Richard Marcs, author of A Murder Most Foul: The Life of a Hitman, joins Marv to talk abouthow a chance conversation with a Hollywood producer turned his longhand manuscript into aweekly audio drama recorded in Jakarta — and why the ending will send you straight back toepisode one.

From accidental historical coincidences buried in a Texas road map, to using rock music asserious literary reference, to the unexpected self-editin...

Join Marv of Pods Like Us as he chats with Arya and Claire about their children's show, Something Different. Discover why having a child ask the questions leads guests like a stuntman and a figure skater to share more openly than they would with an adult.  Learn the powerful, heartfelt inspiration behind the show—celebrating people who are "something different," including a special connection to Down Syndrome awareness. The hosts s...

Podcasting pioneer Elsie Escobar joins Martin Quibell to discuss the medium's transformation over two decades, from intimate community to corporate industry. Learn about the early days of podcasting, the challenges that creators face today, and why human connection still matters most.  What You'll Learn  The Early Days of Podcasting (00:01-08:51)  ● How a fifth-generation iPod led Elsie to discover podcasts  ● Finding Podcast 411...

Episode Description - Join host Marv for an in-depth conversation with Sam Sethi, entrepreneur, former tech journalist, and co-creator of True Fans. Discover the evolution of podcasting technology, the future of RSS feeds, and how blockchain-based micropayments could revolutionize creator monetization. Sam shares insights from his 30+ year journey through tech giants like Microsoft, Netscape, and BBC, and explains why podcasting 2....

Can you really write a book just by talking? In this episode of Pods Like Us, Martin "Marv" Quibell is joined by Tina Dietz, founder of Twin Flames Studios, to reveal the secret "Podcast Book" method that experts are using to turn their episodes into published books in record time. 

We dive deep into how to repurpose your content, why most AI writing tools fail (and how to use them correctly), and why "conversational" writing is t...

Join host Martin Quibell (Marv) and a panel of industry experts as they dive deep into the impact of artificial intelligence on podcasting. From ethical debates to hands-on tools, discover how AI is shaping the future of audio and video content creation. 

Guests:  ● Benjamin Field (Deep Fusion Films)  ● William Corbin (Inception Point AI)  ● John McDermott & Mark Francis (Caloroga Shark Media)   Timestamps  00:00 – Introducti...

In this episode of Pods Like Us, Marv sits down with William Corbin, Chief AI Officer and co-founder of Inception Point AI, to discuss the evolution of AI in podcasting, the creation of AI-generated voices, the business model behind Inception Point AI, and the future of content creation. William shares behind-the-scenes stories, ethical considerations, and how AI is making content more accessible and personalized. 

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Join Marv as he interviews Hem Brewster, the creative force behind Blighthouse Studios, home to acclaimed podcasts like The Lucky Die, The Sprouting, Counterbalance, and Four Top Threes. Discover the secrets of audio drama production, actual play podcasting, and the evolving world of indie podcasting. Hem shares actionable advice for creators, insights on show notes, and the importance of community in podcasting. 

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Description: Join Marv from Pods Like Us as he sits down with Jesse, the creative force behind the Undiscovered Entrepreneur podcast. In this International Podcasting Month special, they dive deep into the art of podcast editing, the journey of entrepreneurship, and the power of overcoming self-doubt. Discover actionable tips, inspiring stories, and the podcasts that shaped Jesse’s path. Whether you’re a podcaster, entrepreneur, or...

Welcome to another episode of Pods Like Us! Host Marv sits down with Cam from the Jacked Up Review Show for a lively, insightful conversation about podcasting, pop culture, and the power of positive discussion.

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● 00:00 – Introduction ○ Marv introduces Cam from the Jacked Up Review Show and sets the stage for the conversation.

● 01:07 – What is the Jacked Up Review Show? ○ Cam explains the origins and missio...