It's easy to think that producing a great-quality podcast is only about the tech, but there is much more to it. An idea, some audio troubleshooting and acknowledging my unique path were the ways that I became a podcaster. And once I had laid the groundwork, I could realise my podcasting goals and become the Podcast Producer & Editor I am today.

This is the second foundational episode that will give you an introduction to me, Matthew Bliss, as the host of Re:Thinking Podcasting through sharing with you my career, a bit of my life and how my thinking has changed on my podcasting journey so far.

And in this episode, you'll hear how I started my first podcast, how my background in mediation and debating helped, and why the journey to creating great-sounding audio can be a long and frustrating one!

If there's something you'd like to share with me about this podcast or the podcasting world, I'd love to hear it! Get in touch by email ([email protected]) and put RTP in the subject line.

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