New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

Marshall Poe on the New Books Network, Technology, and the Future of Academic Communication

Jan 27, 2025

Marshall Poe, founder and editor-in-chief of the New Books Network, discusses the evolution of academic communication through podcasting. He shares insights into how digital tools facilitate scholarly work and the challenges of monetizing academic podcasts. Poe highlights the importance of making academic content accessible to wider audiences and the need for preserving digital media in a rapidly changing landscape. The conversation also touches on the podcast industry's recent hurdles and its role in bridging academia with the general public.

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Marshall Poe

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Quick takeaways

Marshall Poe highlights the New Books Network's mission to democratize knowledge by making academic research accessible to non-academic audiences.

The podcasting industry's recent bubble burst underscores the challenges of sustaining revenue and content engagement amidst significant financial shifts.

The evolution of media consumption is driving a preference for auditory content, prompting a need for engaging formats in scholarly communication.

Deep dives

Transition to a New Work Platform

The need for an efficient work platform is highlighted as frustration mounts over endless onboarding and persistent IT issues in traditional work settings. The conversation pivots around the introduction of Monday.com, which has gained favor for its user-friendly interface. This platform offers customizable workflows and visually appealing dashboards that simplify team collaboration. Users report a significant improvement in productivity and overall satisfaction after making the switch to this innovative tool.

Intro

2min

Navigating Academic Communication Through Podcasting

15min

Monetizing Academic Podcasts

7min

Bridging Academia and Audiences

18min

Navigating the Complexities of Podcasting and Digital Preservation

3min

Preserving the Future of Podcasts

15min

Navigating Ads and Media Evolution

10min

Navigating the Challenges of Podcasting Revenue and Collaboration

4min

Peoples and Things host, Lee Vinsel, is joined by guest host and Peoples & Things producer, Joe Forte, Media Projects Manager with Virginia Tech Publishing, in interviewing Marshall Poe, the founder and editor of the New Books Network, the largest academic podcasting platform in the world. The trio discuss how the New Books Network came to be; how digital technologies open up new tools for academic work; changing media landscapes, including the recent bursting of a podcasting bubble; and the future of academic communication and publishing.

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