So what?
You are funny?
Step One+
Comedy
Podcasting
Program
Live & Online - April 2022
Program Partner
Trevor Silverstein
Program Lead
Make a podcast that makes people laugh (or just feel sorry for you.) Join comedians and other funny people from around the world to learn the art, skills, and tech of podcasting.
You will plan, produce and launch your first “radio-ready“ podcast and bring the world more haha.
“Diving into the world of podcasting with Benjamin and the group is a joy. The sessions are short and concise and offer a comprehensive range of inspiration, fundamentals and practical tips on what it takes to bring my podcast idea to life. Even after a full day spent online I look forward to being in this online learning space.”
Julia - Visual Facilitator & Process Host, Germany
“I do not know why Benjamin is doing this. He is always wasting people’s time. Save your money; do not sign up. The Berlin School of Podcasting is stupid! You would be much better off doing nothing. Joke! Haha!”
- Martin Ciesielski, Head of Nothing, Berlin
Step One = Live Online Lessons + Technology Workshops + Guest Speakers + Masterclasses + Community
Step One
Guest Speakers & Master Classes
Jonathan Groubert
International Narrative Journalist
Cristina Gonzalez
Executive Producer, Audio, POLITICO EU
Ana Gonzales
Producer & Host
Mosaic
Anja Krieger
Podcaster
Plastisphere
Sumi Somaskanda
News Anchor
Deutsche Welle
Twenty-two sessions spread over twelve weeks — guided by charismatic and experienced podcasting professionals. No previous experience or special equipment required. Free Hindenburg editing software license included. Designed for first-time podcasters. All sessions in English.
What you will learn:
Instructor
Benjamin Lorch
Benjamin is a professional podcaster and the founder of The Berlin School Of Podcasting. The focus of his work is international education and civil society efforts. His clients include The Robert Bosch Foundation, The Green European Foundation and The International Alumni Center Berlin. His radio work has also appeared on KCRW Berlin. Benjamin also runs ResonatoR Radio which produces podcasts and supporting audio for businesses, organizations, international conferences and trade shows. More
Program Lead
Trevor Silverstein
Trevor is a filmmaker/comedian/podcaster based in Berlin since 2015. After studying Film/TV Production at NYU Tisch School of the Arts, he worked in television for The Daily Show with Jon Stewart, as well as for Emmy Award-winning writer/producer James Manos, Jr. In Berlin, he performs in a variety of improv comedy shows at Comedy Cafe Berlin and is a host/producer of The Berlin Open Stage Show, a live character comedy podcast.
Program Costs
There are two costs for this course:
your time and your money.
Time:
28 hours online in sessions, workshops & masterclasses
Approximately 24 additional hours offline dedicated to production work
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Money:
600 € for individuals with a discount code
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1000 € for two podcasting partners signing up together
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1400 € for three podcasting partners signing up together
Institutions and organizations pay 2000 € per team enrollment.
What makes this course different?
Our Philosophy &
Our Focus on Storytelling & Listening
We believe stories can change the world. Telling a story is one of the most powerful acts we can undertake because the stories we share — they shape us as individuals and societies. Stories can connect us together to grow or to shrink. In that way there are both good and bad stories. But most importantly, stories should allow us to learn from each other and to grow.
With new stories we can build a better future. Just as important as the act of telling a new story is the art of listening. That is why we pay a lot of attention to words and language.
We are humanists focused on storytelling and soundcrafting. We embrace technology but we do not revel in it. We use equipment, software and tools as extensions of our natural abilities and we use these tools to serve our muse: the telling of effective and emotive stories.
We take a social, supportive and communication-based approach to learning. Because stories are about sharing and exchange, no story is complete without a listener. So, we learn to make stories together working in pairs and we invite you to join our programs with a partner. Each of you will produce your own podcast with the support and feedback of your podcasting partner or you can co-create one story together. Your partner can be a friend or a work colleague or perhaps someone you would like to share more time with in a creative and productive way. All that said, everyone is welcome to our programs to make the podcast they wish to make. You will find friends and listeners.
This course is not about making money as a podcaster (“monitization”). It's not not about marketing and promotion. It's not about trends and not influencers. This course is about learning the classical fundaments of telling a good story and sharing it with others. The Berlin School of Podcasting will offer other follow-up workshops about the intersection between podcasting and money.
Outcomes & Take-Aways
• Episode One of your new podcast
• A short audio trailer of you podcast to grab the ears of your listeners
• A catchy text description to use in promotion
• An podcast focus statement to help guide in the development of future episodes
• A certificate of program completion
• Free 90-day trial license of Hindenburg digital audio workstation (DAW) software
• Discounts on future Berlin School of Podcasting courses & workshops for you, your friends & colleagues.
10 Online Sessions Instruction - Live & Online
+ Weekly Instructional Sessions
+ Exclusive International Masterclasses
+ Technology Workshops & Support
+ Personalized Coaching & Feedback Clinics
All sessions live-streamed & recorded