On Air Fest brings together the creative vanguard of thinkers, performers, and storytellers to explore the creative possibilities of sound.
This podcast showcases a selection of our favorite live sessions from the festival, and a perspective on the new culture of audio.
Join Dear Alana creator Simon Kent Fung and Tenderfoot TV's Tracy Leeds Kaplan as they take us through the making of 'Dear Alana,' a story of "teenage rebellion and spiritual manipulation, the price we pay to belong, and the systems that pay no price at all."
16 Nov 2023
Unravelling Storytelling in Dolby Atmos
Hear from award-winning podcast director and producer, Shane Salk, and Dolby’s Tina Eckman on how to bring stories to life. Dolby Atmos provides a new experience for podcasts and allows creators to place sounds in a multidimensional space that creates an audio-only experience so rich and lifelike that it transports the listener into the story. Learn how Salk approaches his creative process to create immersive storytelling across podcast genres.This talk was broadcast as part of On Air Open House 2023, at dublab. Also on site was the Dolby Atmos Experience, which gave attendees the opportunity to experience podcasts and audio experiences in Dolby Atmos in both a studio setup, and in the Dolby Atmos car.
18 May 2022
Today, Explained: The Making Of 'A Phone Call From Ukraine'
Today, Explained co-hosts Sean Rameswaram and Noel King provide a behind-the-scenes look at what Sean describes as "one of the best episodes we've ever made on our show." When the Russian invasion of Ukraine forced the Today, Explained team to reconsider their editorial plans for their next episode, the team rallied to pull together a brand new episode—in under five hours.
Listen to Sean and Noel as they give a play-by-play on the troubleshooting and problem solving that went into the compelling Today, Explained episode, 'A phone call from Ukraine.'
18 May 2022
Jad Abumrad in conversation with Anna Sale
The 2022 Audio Vanguard Award was awarded to Jad Abumrad, creator of 'Radiolab.' In this interview with Anna Sale (creator and host of Death, Sex & Money) we celebrate Abumrad's remarkable career. Hear all about the early years of Radiolab, and how Jad and his team navigated creative challenges and transitions to make one of the most well known audio programs of our day.
At the end of the interview, cake was distributed to the audience, who stood to sing "Happy Birthday" to Radiolab on the occasion of its 20th anniversary.
18 May 2022
Maejor on Meditating Musically
Music has the power to make us feel good, but did you know that listening to the right frequency can support better sleep, lower stress and even reduce anxiety? Listen to powerhouse music producer Maejor as he discusses his Audible Original podcast, 'Maejor Frequency,' an innovative journey through sound, and the ability of different frequencies to help tackle pain relief, focus attention, and allow people to connect with a higher sense of well being.
Maejor has been an influential force in the world of music, and now he’s bringing the same passion and skills to help you recharge your own world. Moderated by Carmel Holt.
18 May 2022
2022 Opening Keynote Speaker
On Air Fest 2022 opened with a keynote—from a special Speaker!
In this performance, audio artist Kaitlin Prest delights with an audiovisual experience dedicated to 'the language of sound': the physical experience of sound in space, the things that sound can tell us about spaces, and the frequencies, rhythms, tones, and pitches that humans use to express themselves and communicate.
5 May 2020
The Paris Review: An Audio Odyssey
In this rare stage session recorded live at On Air Fest, new and archival stories, poems, and interviews from the pages of The Paris Review filled the air, accompanied by live scoring and performed by a cast of authors and actors.
16 Jul 2019
Music Saved Me: Meshell Ndegeocello and Joan As Police Woman
Meshell Ndegeocello and Joan As Police Woman joined us at On Air Fest to play each other's songs and talk about each other's lyrics.
4 Jun 2019
Artforum and the Story of Critique
Artforum Editor-In-Chief David Velasco and writer Tobi Haslett explore what role a magazine like Artforum can play in structuring our resistance to power.
12 Apr 2019
ESPN 30 For 30: How Sports Stories Explain America
Ezra Edelman, Oscar-winning director of OJ: Made In America sits down with Jody Avirgan to discuss their approach to sports storytelling.
12 Apr 2019
Design Matters Live with Roxane Gay and Debbie Millman
Hear author, scholar, and feminist at large Roxane Gay interviewed by Debbie Millman for Design Matters. The two discuss the difference between bravery and strength, and Gay's ambition to rule the world.
12 Apr 2019
Jenna Wortham and Mona Chalabi in Conversation
Journalists, cultural critics and friends Jenna Wortham and Mona Chalabi share how they stay grounded with the demands of working in media.
11 Apr 2019
Tape: The Jad Abumrad Interview
Hear founder and Co-Host of Radiolab, Jad Abumrad interviewed by Mooj Zadie. The conversation touches on Abumrad’s relationship to doubt, his intoxication with audio, and the moment from his career that will stick with him forever.
10 Apr 2019
Dan Taberski and Nick Quah in Conversation
Missing Richard Simmons host Dan Taberski speaks with Nick Quah on the delicate balance between personal narrative and documentary non-fiction and why it’s important to talk to outsiders.
Reach and audience
Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.
Apple Podcasts (US)
4.8 / 5
4 ratings
Contact On Air Fest
Guest appearances
Books guests
Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.
Host of On Air Fest?
Claim your podcast to manage its listing and keep your show details accurate.
Pod Engine is an independent podcast discovery and analytics service and is not affiliated with or endorsed by this podcast. Artwork and show content belong to their owners. Full legal notice.
Explore this show Podcast research with Pod Engine
