Geoff Kim, host of Naked Tech Podcast, shares the story of how his podcast came about, discusses technological experimentation, and ponders the future of the medium. Topics include the history of Apple TV as a hobby, shifting media consumption, podcast 'purity,' and future production possibilities with VR and AI.
Starting a podcast can stem from casual conversations and lead to becoming a producer.
Podcasts serve as a convenient way to stay informed about technology and learn while engaging in other activities.
Deep dives
Getting Into Podcasts
Jeff started consuming podcasts in the early 2010s, particularly technology-focused shows like Tom Merritt's DTNS. This sparked his interest in podcasts and led him to eventually start his own podcast.
Transition to Podcast Production
Jeff and his co-host Kelvin decided to start their own podcast, the Negate Tech Podcast, after having conversations about technology during lunch breaks. They quickly went from being consumers to producers, learning the ropes of recording, editing, and uploading their episodes.
Balancing Podcasting with Work
Jeff uses podcasts as a way to learn about technology and stay informed in his professional field. He listens to podcasts while driving and running, finding audio to be a convenient way to consume information. He also mentioned the challenges of balancing podcasting with his job in the technology field.
Geoff tells the story of a podcast that came from conversation with his workmates; he then elaborates on technological experimentation with his co-host and ponders what the future of the medium will be.
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