Marshall Poe

Joe Forte, a Media Projects Manager with Virginia Tech Publishing, joins Marshall Poe, founder of the New Books Network and former history professor. They discuss the evolution of academic communication through podcasting, emphasizing accessibility and the shift from traditional media to audio formats. Poe shares insights on building a sustainable podcast network and the role of libraries in preserving digital content. The conversation also tackles the challenges facing the industry, including monetization and maintaining diverse voices in the podcasting landscape.

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.

Marshall Poe, an American historian and founder of the New Books Network, discusses the tumultuous landscape of podcasting following drastic changes in Apple’s metrics. He highlights the challenges small podcasters face against the dominance of giants like Joe Rogan. They explore potential reforms to democratize the medium, touching on Section 230 and the influence of Substack. Poe emphasizes the struggle between quality content and sensationalism in an era increasingly shaped by AI, while advocating for human authenticity in storytelling.