Should Podcasting Be Part of Your Learning Mix?
Should Podcasting Be Part of Your Learning Mix? is a 27-page, evidence-based discussion paper written by John Helmer, an experienced learning consultant and podcaster, published in September 2026. The paper examines the educational benefits and limitations of podcasting, drawing on research into learning, cognitive science and audience engagement. It explores where podcasts work best, their production costs, the implications of AI and ten practical questions to help organisations decide whether podcasting is appropriate. Who is it for? Educators, instructional designers, media producers, learning and development professionals, and decision-makers in higher education, vocational training and corporate learning. Why is it useful? It directly addresses the Association’s interest in effective educational media, providing a research-informed basis for discussing when and how podcasts add pedagogical value alongside video and other learning formats.
The paper is freely available to read and share.