RT Journal Article SR Electronic(1) A1 McHugh, SiobhánYR 2016 T1 How podcasting is changing the audio storytelling genre JF Radio Journal:International Studies in Broadcast & Audio Media, VO 14 IS 1 SP 65 OP 82 DO https://doi.org/10.1386/rjao.14.1.65_1 PB Intellect, SN 2040-1388, AB Abstract This article explores the impact of the post-2014 podcast resurgence on non-fictional audio storytelling formats. The empirical study comprises themed commentary by five significant US, European and Australian editors who commission and produce audio documentaries and features for broadcast and/or podcast. The article provides insights into the changing role played by public broadcasters, the growth of independent podcast networks and the perceived differences between radio and podcasting as a mode of delivering and receiving audio content. Of particular significance is the belief of senior commissioning editors that podcasting is fomenting a new, more informal, genre of audio narrative feature centred on a strong relationship between host and listener, with content that is ‘talkier’ and less crafted. The US audio storytelling podcast sector is growing fast, and much of it has links to a public media ethos, but how to resource it without compromising its editorial independence remains unresolved., UL https://intellectdiscover.com/content/journals/10.1386/rjao.14.1.65_1