How Yale and Harvard came together to create a podcast.Neil and Jen join guests Kristi Jobson and Miriam Ingber, Deans of Admissions at Harvard and Yale Law Schools and hosts of “Navigating Law School Admissions”. They share the origin of their podcast, a collaboration between prestigious schools, and how it has evolved and impacted prospective students. They also debunk competitive myths and outline the benefits of detailed podcast preparation. Additionally, Neil discusses how to incorporate Podcasting 2.0 features, with focus on the transcript tag.Episode Links:Yale Navigating Law School Admissions: Website Harvard Navigating Law School Admissions: Website Miriam Ingber: LinkedIn Miriam Yale Profile: Miriam F. Ingber Kristi Jobson: LinkedIn Kristi Harvard Profile: Kristi JobsonPodcast Index Transcripts on Apple Podcasts Transistor.fmConnect with UsShare Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.comLearn More: Continuing Studies PodcastFollow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn PageJoin LinkedIn Group: https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14115712/Connect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.comTwitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastcoYoutubeHigherEdPodsChapters:(00:00:00) IntroductionNeil and Jen introduce guests Miriam Ingber and Kristi Jobson from the Navigating Law School Admissions podcast.(00:02:12) Law Admissions Background Kristi and Miriam share their backgrounds and roles in the admissions offices at Harvard and Yale Law Schools.(00:03:26) Collaboration Between Harvard and YaleHow Miriam and Kristi met and started collaborating, emphasizing the non-competitive nature of their relationship.(00:06:04) Creating “Navigating Law School Admissions”The origins of the podcast "Navigating Law School Admissions" during the pandemic.(00:08:17) Audience of the PodcastThe primary audience for the podcast, including prospective law students and pre-law advisors.(00:12:13) Convincing AdministratorsThe process of getting approval from their respective universities to collaborate on the podcast.(00:13:22) Guest Admissions OfficersThe inclusion of guest law school admissions officers from different schools to provide a range of perspectives on the podcast.(00:15:06) Evolution of the PodcastThe evolution of the podcast, highlighting the importance of scripting and the natural banter between the hosts.(00:19:27) Live Events and Audience EngagementIncorporating live events into podcast episodes, and the positive impact of audience engagement on the podcast.(00:24:55) Games and Interactive ElementsThe use of games and interactive elements in the podcast to make it more engaging.(00:26:39) Surprises and Listener ImpactThe unexpected listener engagement and impact of their podcast on the law school admissions community.(00:30:17) Utilizing “Navigating Podcast Admissions”Applying evergreen content from the podcast in ongoing communications and admissions processes.(00:32:35) Advice for PodcastersTips for fellow higher education podcasters, emphasizing the importance of a good editor, planning, and committing to the podcast.(00:39:44) Podcasting 2.0: Transcript TagsIntegrating Podcasting 2.0 features, focusing on the transcript tag, and the importance of file format for better platform compatibility.(00:45:23) Conclusion (00:00) - Introduction (02:12) - Law Admissions Background (03:26) - Collaboration Between Harvard and Yale (06:04) - Creating “Navigating Law School Admissions” (08:17) - Audience of the Podcast (12:13) - Convincing Administrators (13:22) - Guest Admissions Officers (15:06) - Evolution of the Podcast (19:27) - Live Events and Audience Engagement (24:55) - Games and Interactive Elements (26:39) - Surprises and Listener Impact (30:17) - Utilizing “Navigating Podcast Admissions” (32:35) - Advice for Podcasters (39:44) - Podcasting 2.0: Transcript Tags (45:23) - Conclusion
