Sound School Podcast

Frank Langfitt’s Unusual Voicing Method

Achieving authentic, conversational narration in radio storytelling requires breaking away from traditional script-reading. NPR correspondent Frank Langfitt demonstrates this by utilizing a "live-to-tape" technique, where he engages in natural dialogue with a host rather than reading a pre-written script. By answering ...

What’s Changed?: The Power Of Follow-Up Stories

More Buried Treasures: Two Student Stories

The Biggest Story In The World

Small Is Beautiful

Writing Out Of Tape

Frustrated Artist Finds Way To Make Art

Father Cares: The Last of Jonestown with Deb Amos and Noah Adams

Buried Treasures: Four Student Pieces

Story Dissection: Dead Animal Man

Finding The Story When You Know Too Much

Producing Science Stories With A Scientist

Remixing The Music

A Mom, A Transgender Daughter, And A Podcast

A Matter Of Ethics

Radio Luck And The Gift Of Character Change

Foils And Other First Person Tricks

The Path To Primary Care

Radio Writing With Alex Chadwick

Writing for radio requires a distinct approach that prioritizes clarity, brevity, and listener engagement. Long, complex sentences risk losing the audience, so producers should aim for short, punchy structures that deliver one idea at a time. Removing unnecessary data and avoiding clichés ensures the narrative remains ...

Concerning Breakfast