Podcast Pontifications

For the culmination of my 10-part future predictions of podcasting that were first made in the inaugural print edition of the Podcast Business Journal, I’m taking on… well, me. And all the people that look like me. Because in the future, old white men will become less relevant in podcasting. And hopefully in just about everything else in the world.

(Catch up on all the prior episodes 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9)

When I give advice, it’s from 15 years -- nearly the entire duration podcasting has existed -- of experience. Therefore my advice must be great! (And it is, I assure you.)

But at some point in time, those experiences and processes are going to start getting in the way of advancing podcasting. Because established processes and best practices are notoriously difficult to change.  

The reality is this: There are a lot -- and I mean a lot -- of people in podcasting with valid voices speaking great ideas and concepts who aren’t old, who aren’t white, and who aren’t men. Podcasting has already matriculated people with amazing skills, some of which have only been doing this for a year, and some who have been doing it for just as long as I have, who don't happen to share the same dangly bits or skin tone as me.

No, that doesn't mean I'm stopping Podcast Pontifications. I still have a voice. It's still a valid one. Yes, I think you should still listen and of course, tell all of your podcasting friends to listen. But I can't be the only voice you or they listen to. I need you to try and find other people who don't look like me and are also saying interesting things about podcasting. 

Three things before I go:

• If you would like to continue the conversation and tell me what non-white, younger, and not-male humans you are listening to, please do that. You can comment right here or you can go to Flick.group/podcastpontifications and chat with the 40-ish people who are participating in this private and free group.
• If you would like to still buy an old white man a coffee, go for it! BuyMeACoffee.com/evoterra is one way to show your support. 
• And of course, if you are in business and need help with your firm’s podcasting strategy, that's what I do. Get in touch with me: evo@podcastlaunch.pro and go to PodcastLaunch.pro for a list of all the services we offer clients.

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Podcast Pontifications is published by Evo Terra four times a week and is aimed at the working podcaster. The purpose of this show is to make podcasting better, not just easier.

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Support For Abortion Rights

While Americans overwhelmingly support the right of an individual to make their own decisions about abortion, unfortunately, that right is no longer protected everywhere in the U.S. The Supreme Court overturned Roe v Wade on June 24th. Abortion is a basic healthcare need for the millions of people who can become pregnant. Everyone should have the freedom to decide what’s best for themselves and their families, including when it comes to ending a pregnancy. This decision has dire consequences for individual health and safety, and could have harsh repercussions for other landmark decisions. Restricting access to comprehensive reproductive care, including abortion, threatens the health and independence of all Americans. Even if you live in a state where abortion rights are upheld, access to safe medical procedures shouldn’t be determined by location, and it shouldn't be the privilege of a small few. You can help by donating to local abortion funds. To find out where to donate for each state, visit donations4abortion.com. If you or someone you know needs help, or if you want to get more involved, here are 5 resources: 1. ShoutYourAbortion.com is a campaign to normalize abortion. 2. DontBanEquality.com is a campaign for companies to take a stand against abortion restrictions. 3. Abortion.cafe has information about where to find clinics. 4. PlanCPills.org provides early at-home abortion pills that you can keep in your medicine cabinet. 5. Choice.CRD.co has a collection of these resources and more. We encourage you to speak up! And spread the word.

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