Giles Gere

Giles Gere, Director for Cheerful Earful and organizer of the Golden Lobes awards, discusses the future of podcasting, emphasizing the complexity of integrating video. He highlights the inaugural Golden Lobes, celebrating humor in the industry, and shares insights on how NPR's new funding tag enhances listener engagement. The conversation reveals the rapid growth of podcasting in India and delves into the balancing act of combining audio and video content amidst technical challenges. Giles also reflects on the collaborative spirit of the podcasting community and its evolving landscape.