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Hosted by Jennifer-Lee Gunson and Neil McPhedran, this series covers everything from the technical aspects of podcasting to the art of storytelling and conducting interviews. Continuing Studies is more than just a podcast; it's a community. Connect with fellow higher ed podcasters, share your experiences, and continue your podcasting education on HigherEdPods.com. We're also on a journey to infuse Podcasting 2.0 best practices into our show. Our goal is to try every feature to determine the best suited for higher education podcasting. We'll be sharing our learnings and reviewing new podcasting apps and hosting services embracing Podcasting 2.0. 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To close out the year, Continuing Studies revisits one of its most popular episodes — the first-ever live recording from the inaugural Higher Ed PodCon in Chicago. In this special conversation, Matt Abrahams , Stanford GSB lecturer and host of the globally acclaimed podcast Think Fast, Talk Smart , shares the remarkable evolution of his show — from its early DIY production with his sons to becoming the #1 careers podcast worldwide. With more than 68 million plays across 125 countries, Matt reflects on building community, experimenting with video, embracing AI, and transitioning to an independent platform while staying deeply audience-focused. Whether you’re a higher ed podcaster or simply passionate about meaningful communication, this “Best Of” episode offers timeless insights on creativity, connection, and the ever-evolving landscape of podcasting. Episode Links: Think Fast Talk Smart Matt Abrahams Matt Abrahams | LinkedIn Higher Ed PodCon Think Fast, Talk Live: Building a Podcast Audience Connect with Us Share Feedback & Ask Questions: hello@continuingstudiespodcast.com Learn More: Continuing Studies Podcast Follow: Continuing Studies LinkedIn Page Join LinkedIn Group: University Podcasters Network Connect w/ Jen: LinkedIn or jpodcreations@gmail.com Connect w/ Neil: LinkedIn or neil@podiumpodcastco.com Twitter: @namcphedran / @podiumpodcastco Youtube HigherEdPods Chapters: (00:00) - Introduction (04:36) - The Origin of Think Fast, Talk Smart (05:43) - Evolving Vision and Format (06:35) - Launching with Limited Support (08:49) - Leveraging Interns and University Resources (10:12) - Growth, Reach & the Tipping Point (11:15) - Becoming an Independent Podcas…","meta_description":"The evolution of Think Fast, Talk Smart and what it teaches higher ed about communication and connection. 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