In this episode of “The New Media Show,” hosts Todd Cochrane and Rob Greenlee welcome Mark Webster, the Head of Adobe Podcast.
Mark expresses his excitement about being on the show and describes Adobe Podcast’s growth and features, mentioning that he joined Adobe in 2018 after his company, SaySpring, was acquired. The discussion transitions into developing the Adobe Podcast platform, emphasizing the importance of creating a user-friendly interface for new and experienced podcasters. Mark shares that Enhanced Speech, an AI-driven feature, has gained immense popularity, with many users improving their recordings.
Todd and Rob delve into how Enhanced Speech enhances audio quality and how the platform simplifies the podcasting process. They touch upon text-based editing, which makes editing audio feel more intuitive for users. Mark highlights that Adobe Podcast is designed for ease of use, allowing creators to focus on content instead of getting lost in complicated editing processes.
The hosts also discuss types of microphones and their relevance to the advancements made by Adobe Podcast. Mark asserts that even lower-quality microphones can still produce good audio when paired with the right software tools. While starting with high-quality audio is ideal, Adobe Podcast’s features mean that creators do not need expensive setups to achieve professional results.
As the conversation evolves, Mark highlights the potential future developments of Adobe Podcast, including the integration of video recording and editing, to support creators’ growing needs. He emphasizes the importance of making podcast creation accessible and efficient.
The hosts touch upon different features of Adobe Podcast, including the free and premium plans available for users. Mark explains the benefits of both plans, highlighting the unlimited recording and editing capabilities offered in the premium version for a budget-friendly price.
Using Adobe Podcast’s AI-driven features, creators can enhance their audio, edit efficiently, and mix high-quality audio with video without complex software. Todd endorses Adobe Podcast, noting that it offers a streamlined experience for newcomers to podcasting.
Before concluding the episode, Todd and Rob mention the exciting developments in the podcasting landscape and how tools like Adobe Podcast make a difference for creators. Mark is thanked for his participation, and he shares contact details for listeners to reach out to the Adobe Podcast team.
The episode wraps up with a brief discussion about future shows and topics, including changing trends in the podcasting space and the excitement surrounding new audio and video content creation technologies.
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