News and Insights Board: #38
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INDUSTRY UPDATE
Utilizing Podcasts to Tell Entrepreneurial and Educational Narratives
APVA is set to host another electrifying event, Podbreaks Africa, where industry experts will share the secrets to amplifying your message and building your brand through the power of podcasting.
Date: 11th April, 2025
Time: 6 PM (GMT)/ 7PM (WAT)
Venue: (X) Twitter Space
Don't miss out—click on the link below and register now!
RESPOND With Jamaldeen Hamzat is LIVE!
RESPOND Issue 14 is now available! 🎉
This month’s issue features Jamaldeen Hamzat, The Roaring Voice of Impact. A powerhouse in the voiceover industry, Jamal has worked with global brands like Google and Coca-Cola, using his voice to bring stories to life and create lasting impact. His journey is only just beginning!
Download RESPOND now to discover how Jamal is shaping the industry and why his voice is one to remember.
The 20 Rules of Podcasting: From Zero Subscribers to Millions
Podcasting has become a powerful medium, but with millions of podcasts out there, standing out requires more than just a great idea.
To take your podcast from zero subscribers to millions, follow these 20 essential rules, from finding your niche and being authentic to leveraging AI and engaging with your audience
Visit the link below for more insight.
Shorts by APVA
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PODCAST UPDATE
Sean Loots Launches Podcast Club for Creators
Award-winning podcast host and producer Sean Loots is launching Podcast Club this May—an online community designed to help podcasters sharpen their skills, share insights, and collaborate.
The first rule of Podcast Club? Talk about skills and strategies!
Meeting on the first Tuesday evening of every month, members will dive into a selected topic, exchange ideas, and reflect on their podcasting progress. With accountability at its core, the club encourages podcasters to share their learnings from the previous month and set fresh goals for the next.
Visit the link below for more information and to register.
The More Sibyl Podcast Marks 7 Years of Unfiltered Storytelling and Cultural Conversations
Seven years. Hundreds of voices. Thousands of plays. The More Sibyl Podcast just hit 7 years on air — and it’s been nothing short of iconic! 282+ episodes of amplifying African voices through unapologetic dialogue, cultural reflections, and powerful personal narratives.
Mo Sibyl’s mic is still loud and clear, — and we’re here for it!
Visit the link below to catch up and check out her podcast episodes.
The Ambies Award Announces Winners
The Podcast Academy recently revealed the winners of the 2025 Ambies Awards for Excellence in Audio. Held in Chicago, the ceremony honoured outstanding achievements in podcasting, recognising exceptional talent in front of and behind the microphone.
The winners were selected by members of The Podcast Academy, showcasing the best in entertainment, information, storytelling, and expression.
For more information on the winners and the awards, you can visit the link below.
VOICEOVER UPDATES
Voiceverse Launches New Website
Voiceverse is excited to announce that its brand-new website is officially LIVE! The platform serves as a home for African voiceover talents to connect, grow, and shine. The website features:
News and articles
Resources for voiceover professionals
Industry updates through the podcast “This Week in the VoiceVerse”
Opportunities to apply as Voice of the Month
Community access via WhatsApp and Telegram
Check out the website via the link below.
You Too Can Be Award-Winning: Most Popular Awards for African Voice Artists
By Mosimiloluwa Kupoluyi
Did you know that voice-over awards have a rich history dating back to the 1980s? Today, African voice artists are making a global impact, and there are several awards recognizing their excellence.
From the APVA Awards to the One Voice Awards, Ladies in Media Awards, and more, discover the opportunities available to African voice talents.
Check out the latest news and updates on these prestigious awards and learn how to get involved. Visit the link below for more information.
APVA CREATIVE SHOWCASE
Stephen Batti: Sambaza’s 30 days Listening Spree
30 podcasts in 30 days. One incredible feat!
Sambaza has been on a listening spree, devouring 30 different podcasts in Africa for 30 days and sharing his thoughts with the world on his Instagram page.
From insightful reviews to thoughtful analysis and recommendations, Sambaza is amplifying the best in the African podcasting world.
Head over to his page to check out these podcasts!
OTHERS
Here are more articles you can check out for further developments and insights:
ICYMI: Hangout With APVA; March Edition. Click here
Respond With The Poetic Lioness; Diana Modeme is LIVE! Click here
How to Succeed as a Voice Artist. Click here
Podcast Movement 2025 Is Happening Now! Click here
Exploring Podcasting: Simplifying the Creative Process with Essential AI Tools. Click here
Warning Against Devaluation and Exploitation in the Nigeria Voiceover Industry - AVOA. Click here
With Love,
APVA Editor.