Sound School Podcast Revisiting Criminal
Jan 27, 2015
Phoebe Judge, host of the popular podcast "Criminal," shares insights into its recent surge in popularity. She discusses the impact of media endorsements like Vogue and how the success of "Serial" has led to an expanding audience eager to binge old episodes. Phoebe reveals how financial backing from Radiotopia allows for improvements in gear and broader production capacity. Despite rising pressure to maintain high quality, she emphasizes that the show will remain true to its roots. Plus, exciting plans for increased episode frequency are on the horizon!
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Tracking Outtake Reveals Studio Trust
- Phoebe Judge shared a raw tracking outtake where she lost her temper over notes about her phrasing.
- She framed the episode as an example of trusting producers while maintaining her authentic voice.
Growth Fueled By Press And Timing
- Rob Rosenthal and Phoebe note Criminal's rapid rise from steady growth to mainstream buzz.
- Press, partnerships, and timing with Serial amplified the show's audience dramatically.
Back-Catalog Drives New Listener Growth
- Phoebe credits a mix of endorsements, press, and Serial's audience for discovery spikes.
- New listeners often binge earlier episodes, boosting cumulative download numbers.