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Knowledge XChange

Knowledge XChange

Written by: ARN
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Creators and innovators swarm to SXSW to learn from leaders in media, tech, music and creative industries. At SXSW 2024 in Sydney, we flipped the script, inviting SXSW attendees to join ARN journalists as guests in a special iHeart Podcast series - recorded on-location at SXSW Sydney - to exchange their own knowledge and insights from their respective industries.

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Episodes
  • Why human voice actors matter with Simon Kennedy
    Oct 21 2024

    Creators and innovators are on the ground at SXSW and at the ARN house we invited attendees to sit down with our journalists, to take part in a special live podcast experience and share their knowledge on a topic of their choice.

    Simon Kennedy, head of the Australian Association Of Voice Actors, talks about his journey into voice acting, the challenges posed by AI technology, and the importance of human voice actors in the creative industry.

    01:01 The Journey into Voice Acting

    03:41 Transitioning from Radio to Voice Acting

    06:01 The Impact of AI on Voice Acting

    12:43 The Importance of Human Voice Actors

    15:33 The Need for Regulation in AI

    17:57 Advice for Aspiring Voice Actors

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    20 mins
  • Why every brand needs a sonic identity with Josh Butt
    Oct 21 2024

    Creators and innovators are on the ground at SXSW and at the ARN house we invited attendees to sit down with our journalists, to take part in a special live podcast experience and share their knowledge on a topic of their choice.

    Josh Butt is the chief audio officer at Ampel. He talks about the evolution of the radio industry and the importance of effective audio advertising. Josh discusses the challenges faced by radio advertising today, the significance of sonic branding, and how memorable jingles can create lasting connections with audiences.

    00:29 Josh Butt's Journey in Media

    01:57 The Evolution of Radio Advertising

    04:18 The Importance of Sonic Branding

    10:24 Creating Memorable Ads

    14:11 The Need for Sonic Logos

    17:55 Crafting Effective Audio Ads

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    19 mins
  • Curating conversations for impact with Fenella Kernebone
    Oct 21 2024

    Creators and innovators are on the ground at SXSW and at the ARN house we invited attendees to sit down with our journalists, to take part in a special live podcast experience and share their knowledge on a topic of their choice.

    Fenella Kernebone Head of Conference Programming at SXSW highlights the conferences diverse sessions, audience engagement, and the importance of networking and professional development. Fenella shares BTS of the organisation of the event, the selection of speakers, and the significance of creating inclusive conversations that cater to various industries and interests.

    00:30 Overview of SXSW Conference

    01:50 Organizing the Conference

    03:34 Audience Engagement and Reactions

    05:28 The Importance of Diverse Conversations

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    7 mins
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