Podsquad: a podcasting initiative for middle school students

Manifest Media, the award-winning creative studio behind the acclaimed podcast 'Table Read,' is thrilled to introduce its PodSquad initiative, an after-school program for middle school students offered in partnership with the Los Angeles public schools, designed to foster collaboration and creativity. Podsquad invites students to learn and embark on a journey of self-discovery and storytelling, ultimately producing a podcast that will captivate listeners worldwide.

Spanning 13 weeks, the program will engage students in various aspects of podcasting, working collaboratively to create captivating episodes for a fully produced podcast series. The program will guide students in uncovering their distinct podcasting style, enabling them to craft narratives that resonate with their authentic selves.

Guest speakers will include industry experts such as Shaan Sharma, actor from “The Chosen,” Torrel Alexis, re-recording engineer; Vanessa Richardson, podcast host, and producer; Alice Florence Orr, podcast critic, and novelist; Aisha Wynn, producer, and network executive at MACRO; Rob Puzzitiello from Mackie; Gordon Firemark, podcast producer and attorney; and Wally Hasselbring, co-founder of The Right Now PR Agency.

Jack Levy, Co-Founder of Manifest Media, says, “We’re beyond thrilled to launch this initiative. Our team and expert guests are putting together a value-packed curriculum that will inspire young creators to start their podcasting journey early. Participants will learn valuable skills, from storytelling and sound design to editing and marketing strategies, equipping them with a comprehensive toolkit for success in the digital age.”

Supporting the PodSquad initiative is audio company Mackie, generously donating top-notch podcasting bundles powered by their adaptive digital podcasting studio, the DLZ Creator.

ABOUT MANIFEST MEDIA

Manifest Media is an innovative and forward-thinking company revolutionizing podcasting by partnering with established content creators from various industries, including film, television, sports, and publishing, to develop emotionally engaging content that captivates audiences. Founded by industry veterans Mark Knell and Jack Levy, Manifest Media has worked with the best in the business, from award-winning writers to Rock 'n’ Roll Hall of Famers, Oscar and Emmy winners, influencers, and rising stars, to produce content that leaves a lasting impression on our listeners and the entertainment market.