With over 2 million podcasts and 48 million episodes available on planet Earth, the rise in podcast popularity shows no sign of abating. In this project-based, experiential, synchronous learning course, students will gain the essential skills required to develop and produce their own podcasts. Overview and analysis of trending podcasts, understanding demographic metrics, audience building to grow a show, recording and editing techniques, sponsorships, monetization, and strategic distribution to top-tier directories.