Documentary-style podcasts have surged in popularity in recent years, offering a compelling way to explore stories, issues, and real-world events.
Unlike conversational or interview-based podcasts, this format provides in-depth storytelling that captivates the audience.
Here, LRB looks at the benefits it can provide a company within the B2B space.
What is documentary-style podcasting?
As industry experts, we have a vast experience in this type of podcasting for our clients.
Documentary podcasting is a storytelling format that presents real-life events, people, or issues through in-depth audio narratives.
Combining investigative journalism, interviews, and immersive sound design, it offers a compelling way to explore complex topics.
They often cover serious topics, with experts from within the industry giving their opinion, using a wide range of filming styles, put together into a longer format.
These podcasts often are presented as multiple episodes, or standalone longer film.
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What are the benefits?
Here are some of the key benefits of documentary-style podcasts, that you can utilise for your company.
Immersive storytelling
One of the biggest advantages of documentary-style podcasts is their ability to draw listeners into the narrative through using a wider range of filming and interview techniques.
Through a combination of real interviews, field recordings, action shots, and carefully crafted narration, these podcasts create a cinematic audio experience which keeps audiences engaged from start to finish.
Many listeners turn to documentary-style podcasts to learn about new topics in a digestible and entertaining format. This is where podcasting can be a powerful tool for businesses.
Documentary podcasts bring authenticity to their narratives.
Hearing first hand accounts and genuine emotions making the stories more impactful and immersive.
Investigation
This format allows for a thorough investigation of complex topics.
Unlike traditional news segments, and short form podcasting, which may only provide brief summaries, documentary podcasts take the time to examine multiple perspectives, ensuring a well-rounded and comprehensive view of the subject – giving the audience a greater understanding of an issue.
High-quality production
Many documentary-style podcasts use professional-grade equipment – from cameras, to microphones, to software.
Audio experience is crucial in documentary podcasting, as it makes content more engaging but also helps listeners feel emotionally connected to the story.
This is also important to work alongside a strong call to action.
If you would like to learn more about documentary podcasting, or guidance on the best podcast equipment – then speak to us!
At LRB, our clients have experienced the impact of our knowledge within the industry, as well as our expertise in creating documentaries (for both film and in podcast series).
Call 07741 487245 to speak with our CEO, Luke, or email hello@lrb-media.co.uk to learn more.