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PODCASTS
APVA AWARDS NOMINATION IS CLOSED
Nominations for the APVA Awards are officially closed!
Nominees will be announced soon and voting will be shortly after that.
Get ready to support your favourite podcaster, voiceover artist, and spoken word artist.
Stay tuned for more info.
First Annual Women in Podcasting Awards
In a groundbreaking celebration of women's voices in podcasting, the Women in Podcasting Network has launched the first inaugural Women in Podcasting Awards. It is a people's choice awards event honoring women podcasters worldwide.
The awards aim to celebrate excellence in podcasting, foster a supportive community, and amplify women's voices globally.
Nomination registration is now open until August 1, 2024.
Click on the link below for more insight.
Resources for Podcasting
Are you new to podcasting and worried about the costs? Then this is for you!
This article has a list of free resources to help you launch and grow your podcast. From recording software to marketing tools, all the best free tool options just for you.
Find out more about this below.
APVA Members Celebrates Wins
A big congratulations to Hiqmat Abdulmumuni the host of the Sweet and Sour podcast as she celebrates the 4th anniversary. Kudos to her hard work and dedication!
The celebration doesn't stop there we are also excited to acknowledge the celebration of The Entrepreneurs Lodge a fantastic podcast on the radio as they celebrate their 2nd anniversary. The Entrepreneurs Lodge is hosted by Tosin Olomu. The growth and success is an inspiration to other creatives out there.
We love seeing our members thrive and reach new milestones. Keep shining, and here's to many more years of success.
How to be a Pro Podcast Presenter
To help podcasters, this article shared 5 tips to enhance your presenting skills and engage listeners.
Laura Ekumbo, a performer and storyteller, emphasizes the importance of hydration and vocal warm-ups, while Suchandrika Chakrabarti, a broadcaster, stresses the need for accurate pronunciations.
With podcasting on the rise, these tips come at a perfect time to help you refine your skills and make your podcast stand out.
Catch the full gist below
VOICEOVER
Must-have Apps for Voice Talent by Seun Shobo
No more excuses for you as a Voiceover artist.! Seun Shobo shares powerful apps to help you in your VO journey.
As a voiceover talent or creative, you have the tools to boost productivity and achieve success.
Click the link below to discover the tools you need to take your VO journey to the next level.
VOAFRICA 2024: Africa's Largest Voiceover Conference
Join the ultimate virtual conference for African voice talents! VOAFRICA is coming September 13-15, 2024! Connect with the continent's brightest voices, learn from industry experts, and grow your career globally.
Click on the link below to register now!
MEDIA
A Conversation About How Global Media Covers Africa with Africanofliter
Africanofliter is set to walk into the media space in a webinar titled "A Conversation About How Global Media Covers Africa". This event will shed light on Africa and the stereotypes surrounding it.
It’s an opportunity, to show the truth about the African Continent.
Click on the link below to register for this webinar now!
The Republic
The Republic magazine has unveiled its landmark 20th edition, Nigeria Imaginary. This edition is in celebration of Nigeria's participation in the 2024 Venice Biennale.
This edition comprises of insightful conversations, essays, and stories from leading Nigerian creatives.
Get your copy below.
CREATIVE SHOWCASE
Taleabong B Alemnge (Pen Boy)
Pen Boy is a poet, spoken word artist & youth activist with a bachelor's degree in English Law. He has graced many stages with his poems, won many awards and he has been featured multiple times on reputable news outlets, websites & magazines.
PenBoy is known for his unique style of storytelling.
Check him out on IG @penboy_official
Visit his YouTube channel for samples of live performances.
OTHERS
Here are more articles you can check out for further developments and insights:
The Power of Podcasting. Click here
The VO Road Map & Sign Posts. Click here
5 Steps for Creating Original Character Voices by Kate Mcclanaghan Read more
25 Essential Hacks for Making Your Podcast Stand-Out. Read more
With Love
APVA Editor.