Pods Like Us

Marv recorded quick chats with three people at the event to find out what it is that they love about The Podcast Show London 2026. Over 6000 people in attendance!

Marv talks about his trip to London for The Podcast Show in Islington the day before the event, the meet up the evening/night before, and what he will be doing while he is there. Not included in the episode, put placed here to make Jsmes Cridland (a Londoner) of Podnews laugh, is how Marv on the way back to the hotel after the meet up completely forgot that you have to stay to the right on stairs...

In preparation for The Podcast Show in London, I got my portable handheld Tascam recorder out and Louise thought it would be a great idea to test it, so that I know what I'm doing when I get there. With that in mind Louise thought that it would be good to record an off the cuff interview with me. At the beginning Louise is too close to the device, which is why you can hear the air coming out of Lo...

Two lifelong Queen fans. One song at a time. Stephen and Paul Nicholson — brothers and co-hosts of the acclaimed Trimming the Musical Fat music podcast — join Marv on Pods Like Us to talk about their brand new weekly podcast Sheer Pod Attack, where they're covering every single Queen track in chronological order in under 10 minutes per episode.  From the Queen I debut album all the way through to...

An update to let people know what's happening with the show - it's a little unplanned hiatus. 

Episode Summary - Host Marv speaks with writer-director Matthew Woodcock about The Divide — a 12-episode spy-fi audio drama from Definitely Human Productions. They cover the creative journey from inspiration to release, including casting, sound design, cliffhanger structure, and the case against binge culture.  What You'll Learn - ● How a Cold War spy thriller can mirror modern social media manipu...

He was podcasting before Apple knew what a podcast was. Twenty years later, Rob Walch is still the person the industry calls when they need answers — and in this episode he's giving them all away for free. Rob Walch, VP of Podcast Relations at Captivate and one of the most experienced voices in podcasting history, joins Marv for a conversation that every podcaster — beginner or veteran — needs to...

Dr. Richard Marcs, author of A Murder Most Foul: The Life of a Hitman, joins Marv to talk abouthow a chance conversation with a Hollywood producer turned his longhand manuscript into aweekly audio drama recorded in Jakarta — and why the ending will send you straight back toepisode one. From accidental historical coincidences buried in a Texas road map, to using rock music asserious literary refere...

Join Marv of Pods Like Us as he chats with Arya and Claire about their children's show, Something Different. Discover why having a child ask the questions leads guests like a stuntman and a figure skater to share more openly than they would with an adult.  Learn the powerful, heartfelt inspiration behind the show—celebrating people who are "something different," including a special connection to D...

Podcasting pioneer Elsie Escobar joins Martin Quibell to discuss the medium's transformation over two decades, from intimate community to corporate industry. Learn about the early days of podcasting, the challenges that creators face today, and why human connection still matters most.  What You'll Learn  The Early Days of Podcasting (00:01-08:51)  ● How a fifth-generation iPod led Elsie to discove...

Episode Description - Join host Marv for an in-depth conversation with Sam Sethi, entrepreneur, former tech journalist, and co-creator of True Fans. Discover the evolution of podcasting technology, the future of RSS feeds, and how blockchain-based micropayments could revolutionize creator monetization. Sam shares insights from his 30+ year journey through tech giants like Microsoft, Netscape, and...

Can you really write a book just by talking? In this episode of Pods Like Us, Martin "Marv" Quibell is joined by Tina Dietz, founder of Twin Flames Studios, to reveal the secret "Podcast Book" method that experts are using to turn their episodes into published books in record time.  We dive deep into how to repurpose your content, why most AI writing tools fail (and how to use them correctly), and...

Join host Martin Quibell (Marv) and a panel of industry experts as they dive deep into the impact of artificial intelligence on podcasting. From ethical debates to hands-on tools, discover how AI is shaping the future of audio and video content creation.  Guests:  ● Benjamin Field (Deep Fusion Films)  ● William Corbin (Inception Point AI)  ● John McDermott & Mark Francis (Caloroga Shark Media)   T...

In this episode of Pods Like Us, Marv sits down with William Corbin, Chief AI Officer and co-founder of Inception Point AI, to discuss the evolution of AI in podcasting, the creation of AI-generated voices, the business model behind Inception Point AI, and the future of content creation. William shares behind-the-scenes stories, ethical considerations, and how AI is making content more accessible...

Join Marv as he interviews Hem Brewster, the creative force behind Blighthouse Studios, home to acclaimed podcasts like The Lucky Die, The Sprouting, Counterbalance, and Four Top Threes. Discover the secrets of audio drama production, actual play podcasting, and the evolving world of indie podcasting. Hem shares actionable advice for creators, insights on show notes, and the importance of communit...

Description: Join Marv from Pods Like Us as he sits down with Jesse, the creative force behind the Undiscovered Entrepreneur podcast. In this International Podcasting Month special, they dive deep into the art of podcast editing, the journey of entrepreneurship, and the power of overcoming self-doubt. Discover actionable tips, inspiring stories, and the podcasts that shaped Jesse’s path. Whether y...

Welcome to another episode of Pods Like Us! Host Marv sits down with Cam from the Jacked Up Review Show for a lively, insightful conversation about podcasting, pop culture, and the power of positive discussion. Timestamps & Topics: ● 00:00 – Introduction ○ Marv introduces Cam from the Jacked Up Review Show and sets the stage for the conversation. ● 01:07 – What is the Jacked Up Review Show? ○...

As well as Pods Like Us, Marv is a co-host on two music related podcasts in the form of the Beatles centric show When They Was Fab, and the Beatles adjacent show Toppermost of the Poppermost, where they discuss the US and UK charts month by month from sixty years ago. In this shorter episode, Marv's co-host on both of these shows, Ed Chen, talks about the baseball related podcast Endless Blummer,...

In this special International Podcast Month episode, Marv sits down with Deremy Dove, co-host of the Pop Culture Five podcast. They discuss the unique format of Pop Culture Five, the art of essential picks in pop culture, and dive deep into the impact of the legendary podcast "WTF with Marc Maron." Deremy shares how Marc Maron's show inspired his own podcasting journey, the power of authentic conv...

Host: Martin Quibell (Marv) Guest: Sean Malin – Author, Culture Critic, and Podcast Columnist Episode Overview: In this insightful episode, Marv sits down with Sean Malin, acclaimed author of "Podcast Pantheon: 101 Podcasts That Changed How We Listen." Sean shares his journey in curating the most influential podcasts, discusses the evolution of the podcasting industry, and offers advice for writer...

Marv finds out about a show that Patrick absolutely loves. Podcasts Mentioned & Highlights -  ● Maniacal Music Musings  ○ Music discovery podcast, album reviews, guest-driven content, interactive  brackets.  ● Monsters Among Us  ○ Paranormal podcast, listener stories, hosted by Derek Hayes, community  engagement.  ● Paranormal The New Normal  ○ Jeremy’s...

Marv finds out about a show that Reena absolutely loves. Podcasts Mentioned in This Episode:  ● Better Call Daddy (hosted by Reena Friedman Watts)  ● Pods Like Us (hosted by Marv)  ● Famous & Gravy (hosted by Michael Osborne)  ● The Stupid History Minute (hosted by Keb Pound)  ● Petals of Support (with Mama D)  ● Two Sips (exact name not recalled)  ● Deleted...

Episode Description - Join host Martin "Marv" Bel as he sits down with podcaster John from "What's Up with John and Rena" for an in-depth conversation about the evolution of podcasting, mental health awareness, and the art of authentic audio storytelling. From interviewing people on Skid Row to creating successful podcast partnerships, John shares his journey through the podcasting landscape and o...

In this episode of Pods Like Us, host Martin 'Marv' Quibell welcomes Andreea Coscai, founder of Eurowaves, a nonprofit biweekly newsletter on Substack. Founded in December 2024, Euro Waves connects podcasters and audio enthusiasts across Europe, highlighting the diversity of European podcasting through recommendations, interviews, industry insights, and event promotions. Andreea also shares her ex...

In this episode of Pods Like Us, host Martin 'Marv' Quibell is joined by Martin Franklin from Australia to discuss the resurgence of cassette culture. Martin Franklin shares his journey from the indie music scene of the late '80s, including running a small cassette label and engaging in international tape exchanges, to reconnecting with old collaborators for a reissue project in 2023. The episode...