Episode #203 — How to Create a Successful Podcast for Connection and Activism

In this inspiring conversation, host Joy Gilfilen and co-host Karen Ball turns the spotlight toward the people behind the scenes of the iChange Justice Podcast to ask: Why do we podcast, how does it work, and what makes it impactful?

Guests Jeannie Gilbert (Owner of Koys-LPFM), Ava Sakowski (Co-producer, iChange Justice Podcast), and Irene Morgan (Founder, Restorative Community Coalition) take listeners behind the curtain into the art and craft of podcasting as a tool for connection, education, and activism. From microphones and editing to distribution and promotion, this episode is a hands-on guide for community builders and changemakers who want to amplify their voices.

The team shares candid lessons:

How podcasting became a lifeline during COVID when in-person conversations stopped.

Why audio quality and post-production matter for credibility.

The difference between streaming platforms and podcast platforms—and why it matters for outreach.

The essential teamwork required: hosts, editors, distributors, and promoters.

How podcasts can evolve from local roots into national and even international spaces for justice.

Why planning “story arcs” across multiple episodes keeps audiences engaged and deepens impact.

Elder activist Irene Morgan adds heartfelt reflections on what it feels like to be a guest navigating new technology, reminding us that podcasting isn’t just about technical skill—it’s about accessibility and human connection.

The conversation ends with a call to action: podcasting isn’t just media—it’s activism in action. It’s a platform for sharing truth, exposing injustice, and creating a sense of connection that moves people to act.

Listen now to learn how grassroots voices become global change.