Elevating Community Stories as a Podcast Host

This session is part of a 3-part series on Oct. 16 at WUSF's Sarasota pop-up studio.

Wondering how podcast hosts work with their teams to create episodes that pull in listeners and engage their communities? Join us at WUSF's Pop-up Podcast Garage in Sarasota for this informative session featuring Dalia Colón (host of The Zest) and Malaika Hollist (host of Happy Medium), where they will share their experiences behind the mic, engaging with listeners as the lead narrating voice of their shows. Learn tips and tricks for practicing and refining your mindset, process, and literal voice as a host to reach and resonate with the community you serve.

This is an in-person event and will not be livestreamed or recorded.

About the speakers:

Dalia Colón is executive producer and host of The Zest, an NPR Network podcast that celebrates food in Florida. In addition, Dalia is author of The Florida Vegetarian Cookbook, and she serves as a producer and co-host for WEDU Arts Plus on Tampa Bay's PBS television station. Dalia never leaves home without a snack in her bag and a show queued up in her podcast feed.

Malaika Hollist is the Brand Manager for Arts Axis Florida and the host of one of its podcasts, Happy Medium. A Tampa native, Malaika has always been passionate about learning, and six years ago, during her hour-long commute, podcasts became her go-to travel companions. Fast forward to today, podcasting is now a part of her professional life. Malaika can often be found singing, dancing, or staying active outdoors, usually with a podcast playing in her ears.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

929 N Lime Ave, 929 North Lime Avenue, Sarasota, United States