Rabbi Richard Address - Seekers of Meaning (EP.14)

01/10/19 • 22 min

On Causepods today, we welcome Rabbi Richard F. Address from the Jewish Sacred Aging community and the host of the Seekers of Meaning Podcast. As an older member of his community, one that continues to grow and evolve in the modern age, Rabbi Richard found the medium of podcasting a potentially life changing limb that he could extend to those in need. Approaching an assortment of topics that concern the older generation including the obvious ideas of caregiving and death, the podcast aims to offer information and solace from the scripture and tradition of Judaism, for the modern condition.

The Rabbi believes that the audio and preparation of conversation is a great way to connect with a generation who grew up next to a radio and might now be entering the final stages of their lives. In our conversation we cover some background on Sacred Aging and Seekers of Meaning before getting down to questions around audience, audio and technology. We also chat about the doors that starting a podcast has opened and the strategies that have been used to get the word out about the show. For all this and much more inspiring content, be sure to join us!

Key Topics:

• The aims of the organization in which the Rabbi is involved. (01:19)

• The unique set of challenges that face the work of Sacred Aging. (02:39)

• How the audio format suits Rabbi Richard’s older audience. (07:44)

• Keeping the podcast accessible for the less tech savvy. (09:35)

• The opportunities that have arisen from starting the podcast. (10:43)

• The strategies useful in helping to grow a new podcast. (12:00)

• Live podcast recording at conventions and events. (15:08)

• Rabbi Richard’s advice to others thinking about starting a podcast. (17:01)

• Why the audience should tune into Seekers of Meaning. (20:49)

And much more!

Support Jewish Sacred Aging

See the show notes and a transcript at http://www.causepods.org/podcast/rabbi-richard

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Key Topics:

• The aims of the organization in which the Rabbi is involved. (01:19)

• The unique set of challenges that face the work of Sacred Aging. (02:39)

• How the audio format suits Rabbi Richard’s older audience. (07:44)

• Keeping the podcast accessible for the less tech savvy. (09:35)

• The opportunities that have arisen from starting the podcast. (10:43)

• The strategies useful in helping to grow a new podcast. (12:00)

• Live podcast recording at conventions and events. (15:08)

• Rabbi Richard’s advice to others thinking about starting a podcast. (17:01)

• Why the audience should tune into Seekers of Meaning. (20:49)

And much more!

Support Jewish Sacred Aging

See the show notes and a transcript at http://www.causepods.org/podcast/rabbi-richard

Thanks for Listening!

Be sure to subscribe on Apple, Google, Android, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And feel free to drop us a line at [email protected].

And feel free to drop us a line at [email protected].

Stay up-to-date on Causepods by followng Mathew Passy on social media at Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!

For help, resources, and community support, please join the Causecasters’ Facebook Group if you are already producing podcasts for a cause or are thinking about launching one.

And if you would like to be a guest on Causepods, please fill out this form.

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On the show today we welcome Chris Roy, the host of The Professionals in Animal Rescue podcast! This podcast is focussed on highlighting the work of different individuals in the field of animal rescue and shining a light on the different roles that rescue operations need. This pursuit was born organically from Chris’ work as a pilot and while carrying out a particular job he started to realize how drawn he felt towards using his flying skills to help animals more directly. This decision then opened up a whole avenue of ideas, the clearest of which was his wonderment at the need for people with every skillset in the animal rescue world. And so he decided to start documenting these stories in the form of a podcast!

Chris’ story and perspective are truly special and inspiring. He has taken a personal exploration and turned it into a cause building vocation through which he is able to learn, share, and celebrate life in many different forms. In our discussion we cover what led to Chris selecting a podcast as his medium, his relationships with the animals he rescues and notably the steps Chris takes to set the mood for a great podcast. These ideas that Chris suggests are absolute gold for any hopeful podcaster out there, so get ready to take some notes!

Key Topics:

• How Chris became involved in animal rescue and started to use his skills in the field. (02:13)

• Why Chris chose to use the format of a podcast for his cause. (04:53)

• Chris’ experience of the efficacy of the podcast medium. (05:37)

• The turning point for Chris committing himself to this cause. (08:01)

• What its like to have animals as passengers! (09:52)

• Noticeable absences of skills that Chris believes would help in animal rescue. (11:11)

• The early lessons Chris learned about putting together a podcast. (15:42)

• How these lessons have paid off and led to greater interactions with guests. (21:16)

• Using your passion as the basis for cause and action. (25:00)

And much more!

Support The Flying Dog Rescue

See the show notes and a transcript at http://www.causepods.org/podcast/chris-roy

Thanks for Listening!

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Welcome back to Causepods everyone! Today our guest is Carolyn Kiel, who is the host of Beyond 6 Seconds and she is here to tell us all about her own journey since starting a podcast just over a year ago. Beyond 6 Seconds is focused on showcasing people’s unique stories and how they have learned from their situations. For Carolyn, the podcast is a great way to pass on information and underline the work and lessons that her circle of friends and guests can share. What started as a way to bring together her own interests, skills, and curiosity and help individuals she knew, has now become a great platform for the trading of ideas and personal narratives.

In our conversation we cover how the idea for the podcast has slowly evolved over the last year before talking about finding and securing guests. We also discuss themes and common threads that have cropped up through these interviews as well as the medium of podcasting and Carolyn’s technical tips for those considering starting their own. Carolyn shares her thoughts on promotion, goals, helpful resources, and even offers some information on her favorite social organization that she supports. For all this and more, be sure to join us!

Key Topics:

• The inspiration and impetus behind starting a podcast. (01:19) • The evolving idea behind the show and who is featured. (02:35) • Finding guests with which to populate episodes.(04:13) • Tying podcasting into the rest of Carolyn’s life and work. (05:14) • Common themes and takeaways from guests on Carolyn’s show. (06:55) • Carolyn’s opinions and experiences around goal setting. (08:52) • Why Carolyn chose podcasting over other mediums. (10:40) • Some of the useful resources Carolyn utilized for setting up and getting started. (12:46) • Carolyn’s advice to anyone wanting to start a cause based podcast. (15:00) • Promotion and getting the word out. (16:48) • Some helpful tools Carolyn uses for social media. (18:58) • A particular organization that Carolyn wants to help promote. (21:11) • Some inspiration and motivation from Carolyn to our listeners! (24:47) • How to get involved with Causepods! (25:48)

And much more!

Support Beyond 6 Seconds

See the show notes and a transcript at http://www.causepods.org/podcast/carolyn-kiel

Thanks for Listening!

Be sure to subscribe on Apple, Google, Android, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. And feel free to drop us a line at [email protected].

And feel free to drop us a line at [email protected].

Stay up-to-date on Causepods by followng Mathew Passy on social media at Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter!

For help, resources, and community support, please join the Causecasters’ Facebook Group if you are already producing podcasts for a cause or are thinking about launching one.

And if you would like to be a guest on Causepods, please fill out this form.