Practical Podcasting Education

Podcasting workshops, taught by people who do it every day.

Podwave Academy runs hands on audio and video podcasting workshops for schools, businesses, university students and individuals. Learn in a real studio, on professional gear, with the local team behind Podwave Studios.

Based in West Leederville & West Perth. Workshops at our studios or on site at your school or office.

Podcast being recorded in the Podwave studio
Run by Podwave Studios. Perth’s video podcast specialists, trusted by leading WA schools, brands and creators.
Who it’s for

Workshops shaped around your people and your goals.

Whether you’re sparking creativity in a classroom or building a podcast for your brand, we tailor every program to the group in the room.

SchoolsStudents learning to podcast

School programs

A forward thinking program that sparks creativity, builds confidence and teaches students the latest audio and video tech. Delivered as a one day intensive or weekly across a term.

BusinessesA business team recording a podcast

Business & teams

Give your team the groundwork and confidence to launch a video podcast in house. We cover planning, on camera presence, recording and growing an audience.

UniversityUniversity student editing a podcast

University students

Practical, career ready courses in production, editing and media training, taught on the same equipment used by working studios.

IndividualsAn individual recording at a podcast microphone

Personal upskilling

For aspiring podcasters ready to start their own show. Get hands on with the gear, the workflow and the skills to launch with confidence.

Hands on podcast recording at Podwave Studios
Why Podwave Academy

Real studios, real gear, real working producers.

Podwave Academy was born from Podwave Studios. We believe everyone has a story to tell, and we teach the practical skills to tell it well.

  • Learn from experienced local podcast professionals
  • Gain hands on experience in a working podcast studio
  • Use the latest in audio and video technology
  • Every workshop tailored to align with your goals
What you’ll learn

From first idea to finished episode.

Every workshop is hands on and interactive, giving participants real experience with professional equipment and a clear path to publishing.

1

Plan your show

Content planning, formats and structure. Find the idea and shape it into episodes worth listening to.

2

Record like a pro

Audio and video production, microphone technique and interview skills, using the studio’s professional gear.

3

Edit & polish

Editing fundamentals and media training to turn raw recordings into clean, confident content.

4

Publish & grow

How to launch a podcast and build an audience, so the skills carry on well after the workshop ends.

Hands on, not theory

Highly interactive sessions where participants get behind real microphones and cameras from the first day.

Flexible formats

From a half day intensive to weekly hour long lessons across a school term. Built around your schedule.

At our studio or yours

Come into Podwave Studios for the full hands on experience, or we bring the practical modules to your school or office.

Inside Podwave Studios
Inside the studio

Learn where the professionals work.

Our West Leederville and West Perth studios are fully equipped video podcast spaces. Workshop participants don’t just learn about podcasting. They create in the same rooms our clients record their shows.

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What people say

From our school programs.

Real feedback from students, parents and teachers who’ve been through a Podwave Academy program.

This is probably the best thing I’ve ever done in school, and I feel really lucky that we were able to do it.

KobiYear 6 Student

I really feel that this whole exercise has taught them so much in terms of planning, research, teamwork and support for their peers. I hope you’ll be able to continue it into the future.

LauraYear 6 Parent

I would wholeheartedly recommend this experience to other schools looking to elevate student voice and empower learners through innovative, real world projects.

CarysYear 6 Teacher

I really liked the more tech side of things, and I loved playing with the podcaster. It was hard but rewarding.

IsaacYear 6 Student
Meet the team

The people teaching the workshops.

Working producers and studio professionals from Podwave Studios. Not part time presenters.

Ben Kosterich
Ben KosterichDirector & Cofounder
Ray Mancini
Ray ManciniCofounder / Consultant
Pete Curulli
Pete CurulliChief Content Officer
Louis Allwood
Louis AllwoodStudio Manager
Good to know

Frequently asked questions.

What type of workshops does Podwave Academy offer?+
A range of practical, hands on workshops for every stage of the podcasting journey. Topics include audio and video production, interview technique, content planning and growing a podcast. Sessions are highly interactive, with real world experience on professional equipment, and are tailored for school students, university groups, businesses and individuals.
Can you customise a workshop to suit our goals?+
Absolutely. Every program is shaped around your group and objectives. Get in touch with the Podwave team to arrange a consultation.
Are workshops at your studio, or can you come to us?+
Both. For a single day workshop we recommend attending Podwave Studios for full hands on experience with the audio and video equipment. For multi day workshops we can visit your school or office for the practical modules and host one day in the studio.
Do participants need prior experience?+
No prior experience required. Workshops cater to all skill levels, from complete beginners to those with some podcasting experience, with practical knowledge, hands on practice and expert guidance throughout.
How long are the workshops?+
Flexible and tailored to each group. Options range from a short introductory half day session through to weekly hour long lessons across a term for school programs. We’ll find a format that fits your schedule and learning objectives.
Let’s talk

Ready to start podcasting?

Unsure which program best suits your school, business or team? Call or email the Podwave team and we’ll help you shape the right workshop.