“Podcast” and “Revenue” are together known in popular opinion, for not having anything in common… If you’re like most companies, you struggle to keep your employees engaged. A study by Deloitte University Press found that 87% of organizations cite engagement as one of their top challenges. That explains why 3 out of 4 employees are open to or looking for …
Comic Book Karaoke is the narrative of geek and fandom culture in a socio-political space that has fresh and new conversations. Chris Jordan hosts a variety of super-geeks and friends of the show through woman empowerment, LGBT representation, eccentric collecting, and diversity in pop culture representation. Super Geeks that join the show are Jonathan Harding, Kylie Cox, Michelle Huxtable, Theri …
Welcome to The Aftermath with Chris Jordan — a thought-provoking vodcast series that goes beyond headlines to explore the conversations shaping our world and our everyday lives. Each episode dives into the aftershocks of modern living — from health and culture to psychology, technology, and spirituality — with insight from expert professionals, changemakers, and people of interest. Hosted by broadcaster …
The time is nigh! On the eve of my panel discussion at Comic Con Africa 2025 (see all details here ), I wanted to share the presentation I’ll be using as to springboard for my immersive 30 minutes with you through the art of conversation, and how to apply it to your content creation. It is much more important to …
If you’re creating content in 2025, you already know the tension: what performs well on the algorithm isn’t always what feels authentic. Why Algorithms Reward the Wrong Things Clickbait, controversy, and speed win in the short-term. But real conversation—the kind that builds trust—demands honesty, vulnerability, and depth. The question is: which do you serve, the algorithm or your audience? Algorithms …
Scroll through your feeds and you’ll notice it: most creators, brands, and leaders aren’t really conversing. They’re performing. They’re broadcasting. They’re talking at us, not to us. But here’s the truth: the art of conversation is about dialogue, not monologue. Broadcast vs. Dialogue Old media—radio, TV, print—was mostly one-directional. You listened, watched, or read. But new media gives us something …
We are living in a time when voices are everywhere. Podcasts, TikToks, YouTube channels, livestreams—everyone is speaking. But here’s the irony: the more we speak, the less we seem to listen. Listening is no longer a default skill. It’s an art form—and in the era of new media, it might just be the most valuable one. The Power of Listening …
Back for my 4th year hosting a panel at Comic Con Africa, and I’m, as always, very grateful and super excited. My session is really aimed at upping your communication skills to a superpower. Face it, we’ve lost the ability to connect with people and hold rich conversations or interactions with somebody else. If you plan on being a content …
The South African media landscape has lost one of its most influential pioneers. Issie Kirsch, founder of Radio 702 and the driving force behind Primedia, passed away, leaving behind a legacy that forever changed the sound and soul of broadcasting in our country. Issie Kirsch was not just a businessman; he was a visionary. At a time when apartheid-era regulations …
The South African radio industry is experiencing significant shifts, influenced by technological advancements and changing listener behaviors. To ensure your radio clock design remains effective and relevant, consider the following updated contexts: 1. Digital Integration and Online Streaming: 2. Audience Measurement Enhancements: 3. Content Diversification and Niche Markets: 4. Listener Engagement Strategies: 5. Advertising and Revenue Models: 6. Technological Innovations: …
Media advocacy involves the strategic use of mass media to support public policy initiatives. Grounded in community advocacy, its goal is to promote effective and healthy public policies. Recently, I conducted a workshop for the Malawian government focused on media advocacy, specifically addressing how to manage widespread cholera outbreaks in the country. This included developing the foundational strategies and frameworks …
The winners of the 2024 Telkom Radio Awards were announced in Sandton on Saturday 30 November at an event attended by the radio and related industry. The Winners AFTERNOON DRIVE PRESENTER TYPE STATION NAME AWARDED CAMPUS VOW FM 88.1 RICARDO GENESIS COMMUNITY RADIO KHWEZI SAZISO DLAMINI PBS LESEDI FM ELIZABETH MOLEBOHENG MAOELA COMMERCIAL KFM 94.5 CARL WASTIE AFTERNOON DRIVE SHOW …
Welcome to the second season of “Who’s Out There,” a podcast series about the individualistic quest in spiritual warfare. Theological paradigms are amongst the most progressive and justifiably volatile sects of progressive growth within our global civilization. In season 2, aptly named “A New Testament,” I sit down with academics, leaders, influencers, and the new era of religious journalists who …
Podcasting is a “family” activity. In other words, anyone and everyone who would like to share their stories is allowed to do so. There is a global industry perspective that, to have an acceptable product, you have to spend a ton of money on equipment, studio time, production, and any other bells and whistles that make you a “professional”. Can …
