Your podcast journey starts here.

Are you ready to start podcasting to grow your learning community?

Where are you starting your podcast journey?

  • EduCastor

    You are a passionate educator who wants to explore podcasting to offer alternative ways of learning and engaging with your community whether it is a public podcast or an audio course.

  • BizCastor

    As an independent business owner in education, you’d like to use podcasting as part of your marketing to build stronger connections, offer value, and grow your business.

  • ProCastor

    A mini-series would be a great addition to your portfolio as a freelance educator to showcase your expertise. A podcast will support you in attracting and negotiating the contracts you want.

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Do you want to start podcasting to…

  • build strong connections by capturing authentic conversation?

  • record content that your listeners can access on-demand?

  • create evergreen content that serves long after publication?

  • build a bank of content that you can recycle for social media?

  • attract and grow a global community of listeners?

  • establish trust and credibility by giving your voice a stage?

Podcasting is a great way to achieve this and more!

Now is the perfect time to start podcasting.

  • Podcasts are becoming more popular, with global listenership predicted to exceed 500 million in 2024.

  • Podcasts are increasingly easier to access, thanks to the help of media giants like YouTube adding podcasts to their sites.

  • Podcasts help your listeners get to know, like, and trust you so that you can tell them about your project or special offer.

'‘It takes about seven hours of contact for someone to clearly know who you are.'‘

— Daniel Priestley

A podcast enables you to achieve the seven-hour goal swiftly by creating quality, authentic content that serves your listeners.

Introducing the

Podcast Pathfinder

A training programme designed to help educators like you start podcasting to grow your community.

Laura standing over her desk writing on colourful post-it notes.

What's included?

The Podcast Pathfinder is designed to help you develop the skills to start and continue your podcasting journey.

  • The programme includes six core sessions with me where I'll guide you through planning, scripting, recording and editing your podcast.

    You can choose whether you want to study as a group or one-to-one. Choose from the following packages: Group, Solo, or Guided packages. See further details and prices below.

  • I offer open office hours twice a week on Slack, so you can contact me with any questions as you start to script, record and edit your podcast.

  • I provide editable templates that you can use and adapt to write your show notes, script your episodes, and promote your podcast on social media.

  • I will provide tailored feedback on your podcast planning to help you fast-track your journey. See the package details below to choose the right level of support for you.

What are the benefits?

  • Identify how podcasting will support your goals.

  • Pinpoint your target audience and message.

  • Choose a format and style that's right for you.

  • Set up your recording studio to capture the best audio quality.

  • Plan your first mini-series. Record and edit up to three episodes.*

  • Develop essential skills so you can continue to grow your podcast.

  • Plan your podcast launch and create a plan to support your journey.

*three episodes that add up to no more than 90 minutes.

Is the Podcast Pathfinder right for me?

The Podcast Pathfinder is the right path even if…

  • You are not confident with technology. I'll guide you in recording and editing your first three episodes.

  • You have never tried podcasting before. We'll approach the podcasting process in bite-sized steps.

  • You don't have podcasting equipment. I can help you choose your equipment to set up your studio.

  • You are unsure what to podcast about. We'll brainstorm to develop an idea you're excited to podcast about.

  • You are hesitant about giving your voice a stage. We'll explore techniques to power your voice and confidence levels.

Want to learn more about the Podcast Pathfinder?

Let's chat! Book a free coffee chat where you can ask me questions and decide whether the Pathfinder is right for you.

Before we meet, you probably want to know a bit about me.

Hi, I'm Laura!

I started TESOL Pop in 2018 to support English Language Teachers’ ongoing professional learning.

What started as a stand-alone season has evolved into multiple seasons with over 1000+ subscribers worldwide.

Podcasting has enabled me to support and inspire more teachers - this is incredibly important to me as an educator.

But that's not all.

Podcasting has expanded my network, created a digital portfolio, and helped me develop sought-after media skills that fast-tracked my career.

Today, TESOL Pop supports my business as I share my experience and skills to help educators and schools start podcasting.

I'm on a mission to inspire more educators like you to start your podcasting journey so you can enjoy the benefits it has to offer in supporting and growing your learning community.

I'm looking forward to supporting you on the journey!

Your partner in podcasting,

Laura

Choose the perfect path for you

Embark on a collective podcasting journey with the Group Pathfinder Package! Join fellow educators for six interactive workshops as we navigate the exciting terrain of planning, recording, and launching your podcast.

  • 6 x 60-minute interactive workshops

  • 2 x 45-minute one-to-one sessions

  • Templates you can edit to plan your show

  • Feedback on your first three episodes

    Plus, access to workshop recordings.

This package is ideal if you prefer:

  • Collaborating with fellow educators

  • The energy of working to a timeline

  • Learning and networking with a community

Price: 390 CHF per person (approx. 415 Euros)

Forge your podcasting path with my Solo Pathfinder Package! Enjoy six personalised one-on-one sessions within three months, guiding you through the adventurous landscape of podcast planning and recording. Your customized journey awaits.

  • 6 x 45-minute one-to-one sessions

  • Templates you can edit to plan your show

  • Feedback on your first three episodes

    Plus, professional editing of your first episode to kick-start your journey.

This package is ideal if you prefer:

  • Flexibility in booking sessions

  • Freedom to set your own learning pace

  • Editing support in getting started

Price: 630 CHF per person (approx. 670 Euros)

Enjoy all the perks of the Solo Pathfinder Package, plus let us professionally edit your podcast mini-series of up to six episodes, including your trailer. Master the art of impactful storytelling and leave your mark on the podcasting landscape.

  • 6 x 45-minute tailored sessions

  • Templates you can edit to plan your show

  • Feedback on your scripts and recordings

  • Plus, full-service professional editing of your mini-series, including your podcast trailer and music.

This package is ideal if you want to:

  • Record a podcast with a co-host(s)

  • Save time on podcast editing

  • Book sessions when is convenient for you

Price: 1490 CHF per show (approx. 1580 Euros)

Enrolment for May 2024 is open! Book a free chat to learn more.

What's it like to work with me?

Thu, Teacher Educator

‘The workshop was very practical! I enjoyed the discussion and the questions to ponder. It was an inspirational one which helped me kickstart my own podcast. Thanks a lot, Laura!.’

Harry Waters, Founder of Renewable English

'I've got to say that of all the podcasts I've ever been on, TESOL Pop was the most well-organised of them all: very clear instructions, great ideas and a wonderful host. I've never met a more professional yet personable podcast creator!

If I were looking for a blueprint on how to make a podcast, there is only one person I'd ask!'

Ready to start your podcasting journey?

FAQs

  • The Group Pathfinder package starts on Tuesday, 13th February 2024, at 2 pm Central European Time.

    If you enrol in the Solo or Guided Pathfinder packages, you can start anytime in February 2024 and book sessions at your convenience over three months.

  • Group Pathfinder Workshops are 60 minutes long. One-to-one coaching sessions are 45 minutes long. All workshops and online sessions are held on Zoom.

  • Podcasters can book their sessions with with me from Wednesday to Friday from the hours of 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Central European Time (CET), and Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. CET. You can check the time for your location here.

  • To support you as you start to plan and create your podcast, I hold two open office hours a week on

    Tuesday, 5 p.m.-6 p.m. CET

    Thursday, 10 am-11 am CET

    During this time, I'm available on Slack to answer any questions you have about podcasting via text chat or voice mail.

    You can post questions via our Slack channel anytime, and I will get back to you during my office hours.

  • Ideally, you will have a laptop or desktop with 8GB of RAM or higher to support recording and editing. You will also need sufficient space to save your content, whether on your computer, on an external hard drive or in cloud storage.

  • You will need a microphone to capture the best audio quality. There are a lot of microphones to choose from, and this is something I will help you decide during the programme.

  • I suggest we use Garage Band if you are on an Apple computer. For Windows computers, we can explore free or paid editing tools, such as Audacity (free) or Adobe (paid).

    There are many options to choose from. In our sessions, we will explore media technology so you can choose the best option for you on the programme.

Want to learn more?
Book a free coffee chat.