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November 24, 2025 at 4:27 PM
A donor has offered to match every dollar up to $10,000. Your donation will go twice as far. If you’ve been thinking about donating or not, now’s the time! We love you! transom.org/about/donate/
Jay Allison! He’s the reason.
Back in 1980, he wrote an article about the importance of radio. We re-published these words in 2013, and a lot of it still holds.
Check it out here: transom.org/2013/the-bas... @jayall.bsky.social
Back in 1980, he wrote an article about the importance of radio. We re-published these words in 2013, and a lot of it still holds.
Check it out here: transom.org/2013/the-bas... @jayall.bsky.social
The Basics
Jay Allison shares the fundamentals for gathering stories, from having your equipment ready to proper mic etiquette. Learn these tips and start recording!
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November 21, 2025 at 12:11 PM
Jay Allison! He’s the reason.
Back in 1980, he wrote an article about the importance of radio. We re-published these words in 2013, and a lot of it still holds.
Check it out here: transom.org/2013/the-bas... @jayall.bsky.social
Back in 1980, he wrote an article about the importance of radio. We re-published these words in 2013, and a lot of it still holds.
Check it out here: transom.org/2013/the-bas... @jayall.bsky.social
In the latest All Hear newsletter, read about the 85+ opportunities that await you. transom.org/2025/all-hea... @taliaaugustidis.bsky.social
All Hear Newsletter, November 2025
All Hear Newsletter, November 2025 - Transom
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November 20, 2025 at 5:36 PM
In the latest All Hear newsletter, read about the 85+ opportunities that await you. transom.org/2025/all-hea... @taliaaugustidis.bsky.social
Back in 2011, Jack Rodolico was in that awkward space between “learning how to make radio” and “getting paid to make radio.” So, he wrote a manifesto about it. Check it out here: transom.org/2011/filling...
Filling the Void
Jack Rodolico of Latitude News commiserates on the woes of getting started and getting paid in radio. Well, kind of. There are tips, too.
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November 19, 2025 at 1:52 PM
Back in 2011, Jack Rodolico was in that awkward space between “learning how to make radio” and “getting paid to make radio.” So, he wrote a manifesto about it. Check it out here: transom.org/2011/filling...
On the latest @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social interviews Samantha Broun on “Small True Things” on the main stage at the annual Audio Festival in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Sam goes into her motivation for giving young people a caring and curious ear. @prx.org
Seeking Small True Things
Seeking Small True Things - Transom
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November 18, 2025 at 1:58 PM
On the latest @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social interviews Samantha Broun on “Small True Things” on the main stage at the annual Audio Festival in Ljubljana, Slovenia. Sam goes into her motivation for giving young people a caring and curious ear. @prx.org
Alice Wong died on Friday. She was 51. Born with muscular dystrophy, she’s spent years of her life dedicated to advocating to hear from more people with disabilities on the radio.
In a 2016 manifesto, she wrote that “radio enforces normalcy.” Read the rest here: transom.org/2016/alice-w...
In a 2016 manifesto, she wrote that “radio enforces normalcy.” Read the rest here: transom.org/2016/alice-w...
Alice Wong
In this manifesto, Alice Wong talks disability, diversity, and why she wants to hear stuttering on the radio.
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November 17, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Alice Wong died on Friday. She was 51. Born with muscular dystrophy, she’s spent years of her life dedicated to advocating to hear from more people with disabilities on the radio.
In a 2016 manifesto, she wrote that “radio enforces normalcy.” Read the rest here: transom.org/2016/alice-w...
In a 2016 manifesto, she wrote that “radio enforces normalcy.” Read the rest here: transom.org/2016/alice-w...
Our “Over the Transom” newsletter just dropped! In it, expect Traveling Workshops updates, the behind-the-scenes of making personal documentaries by John Fecile, and exploring diagnoses by Danni Stewart.
Over the Transom | 11.14.25
Traveling Workshops, making personal documentaries, and exploring diagnoses
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November 14, 2025 at 7:57 PM
Our “Over the Transom” newsletter just dropped! In it, expect Traveling Workshops updates, the behind-the-scenes of making personal documentaries by John Fecile, and exploring diagnoses by Danni Stewart.
Sarah Reynolds North used to teach at Transom Story Workshop and has learned quite a deal over the years. In this throwback from 2013, she shares 10 tips for people with a love for radio but not knowing where to turn: transom.org/2013/radio-h...
Radio Hustle
Producer Sarah Reynolds on getting started in radio: from networking, self-marketing, pitching and getting paid. It's all part of her radio hustle.
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November 13, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Sarah Reynolds North used to teach at Transom Story Workshop and has learned quite a deal over the years. In this throwback from 2013, she shares 10 tips for people with a love for radio but not knowing where to turn: transom.org/2013/radio-h...
Back in 2022, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social interviewed Angela Evancie, the executive producer of “Brave Little State.” The show is a hidden gem about Vermont life. They engage listeners along the way. Learn more here. @prx.org @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social @vermontpublic.org @jbcrane.bsky.social
Engage Listeners To Build Trust
Engage Listeners To Build Trust - Transom
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November 12, 2025 at 1:20 PM
Back in 2022, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social interviewed Angela Evancie, the executive producer of “Brave Little State.” The show is a hidden gem about Vermont life. They engage listeners along the way. Learn more here. @prx.org @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social @vermontpublic.org @jbcrane.bsky.social
ATTN all Four Corners-based early-career audio makers! Applications are live for our Moab, Utah traveling workshop!
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg, Jennifer Jerrett and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg, Jennifer Jerrett and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
Traveling Workshop 2026: Moab, Utah
Traveling Workshop 2026: Moab, Utah - Transom
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November 11, 2025 at 2:38 PM
ATTN all Four Corners-based early-career audio makers! Applications are live for our Moab, Utah traveling workshop!
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg, Jennifer Jerrett and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg, Jennifer Jerrett and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
Hey now! This is your reminder to get cracking on the Bombay Beach Transom Traveling Workshop application. Scholarships are available, as well. Find more information here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
November 10, 2025 at 5:14 PM
Hey now! This is your reminder to get cracking on the Bombay Beach Transom Traveling Workshop application. Scholarships are available, as well. Find more information here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
ATTN all California-based early-career audio makers! Applications are live for our Bombay Beach traveling workshop!
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
Traveling Workshop 2026: Bombay Beach, California
Traveling Workshop 2026: Bombay Beach, California - Transom
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November 7, 2025 at 1:14 PM
ATTN all California-based early-career audio makers! Applications are live for our Bombay Beach traveling workshop!
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
Expect a week of audio documentary learning from David Weinberg and your peers. Learn more here: transom.org/2025/traveli...
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If you’re in Richmond, Virginia for Resonate’s Community Podcast Day tomorrow, you’re in luck. Our very own Sophie Crane has a presentation at the Institute for Contemporary Art at 1 pm. Come, it’s free.
November 5, 2025 at 12:47 PM
If you’re in Richmond, Virginia for Resonate’s Community Podcast Day tomorrow, you’re in luck. Our very own Sophie Crane has a presentation at the Institute for Contemporary Art at 1 pm. Come, it’s free.
If you’re in Richmond, Virginia for Resonate’s Community Podcast Day tomorrow, you’re in luck. Our very own Sophie Crane has a presentation at the Institute for Contemporary Art at 1 pm. Come, it’s free.
November 5, 2025 at 12:47 PM
If you’re in Richmond, Virginia for Resonate’s Community Podcast Day tomorrow, you’re in luck. Our very own Sophie Crane has a presentation at the Institute for Contemporary Art at 1 pm. Come, it’s free.
Susan Stamberg sang her own song at @npr.org. You could always tell it was Susan behind the mic. She died at the age of 87 in October. In her honor, we present this archive episode of @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social where she lays out her best practices for reporting on the visual arts. @prx.org
Revisiting: Hang A Picture In Front Of The Microphone
Revisiting: Hang A Picture In Front Of The Microphone - Transom
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November 4, 2025 at 4:34 PM
Susan Stamberg sang her own song at @npr.org. You could always tell it was Susan behind the mic. She died at the age of 87 in October. In her honor, we present this archive episode of @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social where she lays out her best practices for reporting on the visual arts. @prx.org
Hiya! Our newsletter “Over the Transom” dropped. In it, learn about upcoming Traveling Workshop dates and locations, conjuring a sound, and about something strange in Truro, Massachusetts. transom.substack.com/p/over-the-t...
Over the Transom | 10.31.25
2026 traveling workshop locations, a sonic conjuring, and The Beast of Truro
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November 3, 2025 at 4:10 PM
Hiya! Our newsletter “Over the Transom” dropped. In it, learn about upcoming Traveling Workshop dates and locations, conjuring a sound, and about something strange in Truro, Massachusetts. transom.substack.com/p/over-the-t...
The Transom Traveling Workshop locations just dropped! Audio makers and dreamers in Bombay Beach, CA, Moab, UT, Catalina, CA, Bloomington, IN, Amherst, MA, Interlochen, MI… we’re talking to you. Find out more here: transom.org/workshops/ab...
Traveling Workshops
Traveling Workshops - Transom
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October 31, 2025 at 4:00 PM
The Transom Traveling Workshop locations just dropped! Audio makers and dreamers in Bombay Beach, CA, Moab, UT, Catalina, CA, Bloomington, IN, Amherst, MA, Interlochen, MI… we’re talking to you. Find out more here: transom.org/workshops/ab...
Back in 2006, Nancy Updike wrote one of the most helpful manifestos in our archive.
Inside is a treasure trove of wonderful tips:
Inside is a treasure trove of wonderful tips:
Nancy Updike
Nancy Updike - Transom
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October 30, 2025 at 11:26 AM
Back in 2006, Nancy Updike wrote one of the most helpful manifestos in our archive.
Inside is a treasure trove of wonderful tips:
Inside is a treasure trove of wonderful tips:
Read about wind screens, bumblebee spacers, anemometers, Rode blimps, dead cats, Rycote Super-Softies and lyre suspensions in this feature from 2018 here: transom.org/2018/putting...
Putting Wind Screens To The Test
Putting Wind Screens To The Test - Transom
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October 29, 2025 at 5:00 PM
Read about wind screens, bumblebee spacers, anemometers, Rode blimps, dead cats, Rycote Super-Softies and lyre suspensions in this feature from 2018 here: transom.org/2018/putting...
Back in 2016, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social interviewed @stephaniefoo.bsky.social about a gripping and at times, hard to hear piece she did on @thisamericanlife.org called “The Favorite.”
It’s about producing a personal essay, even if it’s super challenging to do so. @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social
It’s about producing a personal essay, even if it’s super challenging to do so. @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social
Writing An Audio Essay
Writing An Audio Essay - Transom
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October 28, 2025 at 3:48 PM
Back in 2016, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social interviewed @stephaniefoo.bsky.social about a gripping and at times, hard to hear piece she did on @thisamericanlife.org called “The Favorite.”
It’s about producing a personal essay, even if it’s super challenging to do so. @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social
It’s about producing a personal essay, even if it’s super challenging to do so. @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social
Tape syncs… the magic of that crystal clear audio quality when the interviewee is thousands of miles away. Read Katie Mingle’s tips here: transom.org/2014/get-goo...
Get Good Tape (Sync)
Katie Mingle of 99 Percent Invisible, dives into the fundamentals of how to record a good tape sync from equipment levels to pausing the interview and more
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October 27, 2025 at 3:33 PM
Tape syncs… the magic of that crystal clear audio quality when the interviewee is thousands of miles away. Read Katie Mingle’s tips here: transom.org/2014/get-goo...
“When I sit down to build a radio piece, it feels like building a road in the air. I have a bunch of pieces of tape that I like, and they’re floating islands with no obvious connection between them. Funny can help with the construction.”
In 2015, @pjvogt.bsky.social wrote about humor in audio.
In 2015, @pjvogt.bsky.social wrote about humor in audio.
Some Ways To Make Funny Work For You
For PJ Vogt, making radio is sometimes all funny business.
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October 24, 2025 at 2:22 PM
“When I sit down to build a radio piece, it feels like building a road in the air. I have a bunch of pieces of tape that I like, and they’re floating islands with no obvious connection between them. Funny can help with the construction.”
In 2015, @pjvogt.bsky.social wrote about humor in audio.
In 2015, @pjvogt.bsky.social wrote about humor in audio.
A reminder that it’s not too late to book your one-on-one session with Jeff Towne. Book here: transom.org/consulting/
October 23, 2025 at 3:38 PM
A reminder that it’s not too late to book your one-on-one session with Jeff Towne. Book here: transom.org/consulting/
“I knew I was a reporter, but my family knew me as daughter, niece, granddaughter. Even though I was 35, my family still saw me as a brainy kid,” Afi-Odelia E. Scruggs wrote about interviewing her elders. Listen here: transom.org/2012/getting...
Getting Down to Story
Getting Down to Story - Transom
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October 22, 2025 at 2:40 PM
“I knew I was a reporter, but my family knew me as daughter, niece, granddaughter. Even though I was 35, my family still saw me as a brainy kid,” Afi-Odelia E. Scruggs wrote about interviewing her elders. Listen here: transom.org/2012/getting...
On the latest @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social and Neena Pathak talked about grief and humor… and where the truth lies in all of this. It’s a great conversation that highlights a heartfelt audio piece entitled "Desperado."
@prx.org @signalhillfm.bsky.social
@prx.org @signalhillfm.bsky.social
When Funny Points to Truth
When Funny Points to Truth - Transom
transom.org
October 21, 2025 at 2:51 PM
On the latest @soundschoolpodcast.bsky.social, @rob-rosenthal.bsky.social and Neena Pathak talked about grief and humor… and where the truth lies in all of this. It’s a great conversation that highlights a heartfelt audio piece entitled "Desperado."
@prx.org @signalhillfm.bsky.social
@prx.org @signalhillfm.bsky.social