College Radio’s Renaissance: Higher Ed’s Audio Evolution Part 2

How The Virginia Audio Collective fosters creativity, collaboration, and impactful storytelling. In part two of this episode, Mary Garner McGehee (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-garner-mcgehee-4950b311b/) and Sage Tanguay (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sage-tanguay-8469257a/) discuss The Virginia Audio Collective at the University of Virginia, showcasing how a podcast network can thrive by combining creativity, community, and collaboration. With resources from WTJU community radio and a supportive infrastructure, the collective empowers aspiring podcasters to bring their ideas to life, from concept to production. Insights include the benefits of limited series, building an audience, and fostering partnerships across campus and beyond. This episode highlights the tools, strategies, and innovative approaches that make UVA’s podcasting initiative a model for other institutions looking to amplify voices and create impactful storytelling. Episode Links: • WTJU (https://www.wtju.net/) • Virginia Audio Collective (https://www.virginiaaudio.com/) • Humanities Podcast Network (https://humanitiespodnetwork.org/)   • Mary Garner McGehee | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-garner-mcgehee-4950b311b/) • Sage Tanguay | LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sage-tanguay-8469257a/)   Connect with Us • Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.com (mailto:hello@continuingstudiespodcast.com) • Learn More: Continuing Studies Podcast (https://www.continuingstudiespodcast.com/) • Follow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn Page (https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/97470907) • Join LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters Network (https://www.linkedin.com/groups/14115712/) • Connect w/ Jen: LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferleejpodcreations/) or  jpodcreations@gmail.com  • Connect w/ Neil:  LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/namcphedran/) or neil@podiumpodcastco.com • Twitter:  @namcphedran (https://twitter.com/namcphedran) / @podiumpodcastco (https://twitter.com/podiumpodcastco) • Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@continuingstudiespod) • HigherEdPods (https://higheredpods.com/) Chapters: • (00:00) - Introduction • (05:19) - The Virginia Audio Collective • (10:25) - Podcast Frequency • (12:34) - Expanding Beyond the University • (16:27) - Limited Series and Evergreen Content • (21:27) - Acknowledging UVA’s Leadership and Community • (23:37) - Conclusion Join us at Higher Ed Pod Con in Cleveland, OH, July 16 - 17 2026 Sign up by May 29 for Early Bird Pricing (https://qcoirfalslewtms.eventify.io/t2/tickets)