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style="background:url(data:image/webp;base64,UklGRoAAAABXRUJQVlA4IHQAAADQAwCdASoUAA0AP1mKt0spJKKYBACTFYT2AFp8//AX71Wt+w5pQpAA/rvp+Uayu76EWAKTAmlGztLGW8r2sozHPUfpIY0DyatTJ3tnBzH2Zv5r4sznmfPosK4+oSXeg707x34m8WcAFBudTdvXUSUwMviIAA==)50%/cover no-repeat;aspect-ratio:640/427;min-width:100%;object-fit:contain;vertical-align:middle" loading=lazy srcset="/images/speaking_hu13040869794371571607.webp 480w, /images/speaking_hu15634137668776786118.webp 640w, /images/speaking_hu4188173329627166447.webp 960w, /images/speaking_hu16384337125316770621.webp 1280w, /images/speaking_hu8863033683842079016.webp 1920w" src=/images/speaking_hu15634137668776786118.webp alt="James Cridland in Sydney 2017 - photo Xenica Ayling"></p><p>As a conference organiser myself, I know what makes a good and enjoyable session, and deliver a session that’s both thoughtful and entertaining.</p><p>I speak with overwhelming positivity about radio and podcasting, while giving pause for thought about the past, present and future of the medium. Almost all my physical presentations include video and audio - with concrete examples from across the globe, enabling audiences to learn from best practice.</p><p>I have a virtual studio with good quality lighting, seamless access to slides and video, and high quality wired internet.</p><p>I am also an accomplished conference host and moderator.</p><h2 id=suggested-sessions>Suggested sessions</h2><p><strong>Cool new tech for your station that you should be using</strong> - a fast, engaging look at new technologies from AI voices, editors and online tools that can make your station better. <a href=https://www.radioworld.com/uncategorized/cridland-spotlights-production-tools-at-radiodays-asia>Read this review</a></p><p><strong>The future of radio</strong> Examining the trends for live radio listening and understanding where the future might be headed for radio and audio in general</p><p><strong>New platforms - new revenues - new opportunities</strong> How radio listening is changing, how revenues are changing too, and how stations are using new platforms and technologies to reach audiences in new and creatively interesting ways</p><p><strong>The state of podcasting</strong> - a comprehensive look around the world of podcasting - how it’s consumed, where the medium is going, and some suggestions to increase it yet further</p><p><strong>What’s happening in podcasting: and why you should care</strong> - a bespoke look back at the last six months of podcasting news, looking at the latest trends in the industry and making predictions for the future</p><p><strong>International trends in podcasting</strong> - podcasting isn’t just about the US. Find out what’s being listened-to in other countries: including many who listen to podcasts much more than those in North America; and discover the best way to get new listeners from across the world</p><p><strong>How to promote your podcast</strong> - writing a podcast newsletter since 2017, I share what to know about how to get your podcast noticed by the press: the tips and tricks that will make people write about your show, and how (and when) to maximise your press coverage.</p><p>I tailor every presentation to audiences and individual conferences: I’m very happy to chat to you for a brief.</p><h2 id=watch-some>Watch some</h2><p>Many people use me to set the scene for the day. Here are a few examples:</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=djXPTzXfdIo">The Future of Radio in the modern media mix</a>, Auckland, New Zealand, 2020: The changing radio landscape and what to expect in the future</p></li><li><p><a href=https://youtu.be/icgNwx_n4Tc>WorldDAB GA</a>, 2020 - a Zoom presentation with a difference</p></li><li><p><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gUKZXPmYCaU">International Podcast Trends</a>, Podcast Movement 2020, Los Angeles, USA, 2020: a look at podcast movement across the world</p></li></ul><h2 id=feedback>Feedback</h2><p>In conference feedback, my keynote speeches and moderated sessions regularly score as among the most enjoyable and informative; and I am regularly invited back to conferences for future years. Some examples of feedback include:</p><blockquote><p>“Every time I see James Cridland, he never fails to bring forward new and fascinating ideas, concepts and suggestions that we as an industry need to keep in mind. He never disappoints. This was certainly the case again this year at the CMW conference in Toronto. His opening keynote and follow up panel discussion set the tone for a terrific day of industry discussion and knowledge sharing.” - Ross Davies, CMW</p></blockquote><blockquote><p>“It is vital for the radio industry to have a clear understanding of its future. Who better to share this perspective than James Cridland? With his extensive expertise in radio and digital media, James provided invaluable insights. It was an honor to have the industry’s leading voice explore the latest trends and innovations transforming radio today.” — Michelle Younkman, CMB</p></blockquote><blockquote><p>“James was my go-to moderator for a NATPE conference I produced about audio meets video – and just as I anticipated he was relaxed, knowledgeable and well-prepared. The best part? He helped bring out the best of our excellent guests with thoughtful questions and his trademark wit. Can’t wait to work with him again.” — E.B. Moss, for NATPE</p></blockquote><blockquote><p>“Your presentation was exactly what we hoped for - a great tone-setter for the rest of the day. And your contributions to the panel are already much-quoted by the industry trades.” — Fred Jacobs, Jacobs Media</p></blockquote><p>To discuss your conference requirements, and discover my availability and rates, please email <a href=mailto:james@crid.land>james@crid.land</a></p></article><hr><h2>I have recently blogged...</h2><section class=postlist><p><a href=/blog/2024/video-podcasts-via-rss/>Video podcasts via open RSS</a><br><time datetime=2024-12-03T00:01:00Z>December 3, 2024</time></p><p><a href=/blog/2024/bbc-sounds-the-strategy/>BBC Sounds - is it going away internationally?</a><br><time datetime=2024-11-27T00:01:00Z>November 27, 2024</time></p><p><a href=/blog/2024/bluesky-for-radio/>Bluesky and your radio station</a><br><time datetime=2024-11-17T00:01:00Z>November 17, 2024</time></p><p><a href=/blog/2024/use-your-domain-as-a-nickname-bluesky/>How and why to use your domain name as a nickname on Bluesky</a><br><time datetime=2024-11-16T00:01:00Z>November 16, 2024</time></p><p><a href=/blog/2024/ai-radio/>AI radio stations, and Sydney's radio goodbyes</a><br><time datetime=2024-11-10T00:01:00Z>November 10, 2024</time></p><p><a href=/blog>...more</a></p></section></section></main><div id=footer_wrap class=outer><footer class=inner><p><a rel=me href=mailto:james@crid.land><svg viewbox="0 0 48 48"><path d="M7 40q-1.2.0-2.1-.9Q4 38.2 4 37V11q0-1.2.9-2.1Q5.8 8 7 8h34q1.2.0 2.1.9T44 11v26q0 1.2-.9 2.1T41 40zm17-15.1L7 13.75V37h34V13.75zm0-3L40.8 11H7.25zM7 13.75V11v26z"/></svg>james@crid.land</a> <a rel=me href=tel:+61447692743><svg viewBox="0 -960 960 960"><path d="M798-120q-125 0-247-54.5T329-329 174.5-551 120-798q0-18 12-30t30-12h162q14 0 25 9.5t13 22.5l26 140q2 16-1 27t-11 19l-97 98q20 37 47.5 71.5T387-386q31 31 65 57.5t72 48.5l94-94q9-9 23.5-13.5T670-390l138 28q14 4 23 14.5t9 23.5v162q0 18-12 30t-30 12zM241-6e2l66-66-17-94h-89q5 41 14 81t26 79zm358 358q39 17 79.5 27t81.5 13v-88l-94-19-67 67zM241-6e2zm358 358z"/></svg>+61 447 692743</a> ⁂ <a rel=me href=https://bne.social/@james>@james@bne.social</a><br><small>Amazingly Brilliant Pty Ltd · ABN 30 612 913 514 · <a href=/privacy>Privacy</a></small></p></footer></div></body></html>