WORKING HOURS Volume 2: 2021

So, these constant in/out lockdowns are very detrimental to me with regards to getting stuff done quickly. I am still working on the show notes and timecodes for Volume 1 of Working Hours and I have now started interviewing guests for Volume 2. I am hoping to get a lot more episodes out this year – I do want to hit 100 guests a year for this show but, I am still a good way off from getting to that many yet. Working Hours is showing steady growth but fortunately the current low numbers allow me to experiment, think and identify what I think are mistakes with the 1st volume. 

New Shows for 2021

I’m working with a writer on developing what looks like it will be Western Studio’s 1st dramatic podcast. That’s coming along nicely and I am currently hoping to get that show out in spring or summer this year. I have another couple of podcasts that are in the early stages of development, one will be a film based show and the other a political one. Finally, there’s Muck 4 Brass, a new show that I have great hopes for but, I need to nail down a few more ideas around this one before I really tell you anymore about it.

Collaborators

I continue to be on the lookout for new Leeds based collaborators, clients, audiences, customers and patrons. (As well as guests for Working Hours – email workinghourspod@western-studios.com if you’d like to be on the show.) I would really love to hear from you if:

• You would like to get some content creation off the ground but you’re not really sure where to start with it
• You are a voice actor looking for working experiences and material for your voice reel
• You are a writer looking to have your work made
• You are a musician looking for new avenues to promote your work
• You are a sound FX genius in waiting – the next Ben Burtt, if only someone would give you a chance!

If you are any of the above then do please drop me a line at makemypodcast@western-studios.com  to discuss ways in which we might collaborate to mutually beneficial ends.

AOB

The business still needs to cover its costs and show a profit. I have yet to receive any donations or patrons for the initial show (I believe these will come once series 2 starts and there is more content for patrons to actually shill out for). I am not currently working with any clients and have not, as yet, put out any other shows.  I have started to put out more social media content specifically designed to attract podcast clients alongside my regular posts promoting Working Hours.

Once I have started to generate revenue and my overheads are covered any remaining funds will be immediately invested back in to the business. There is still a lot of equipment that I would like to get so that I can expand my offer to clients further. I am also planning on running some larger paid ad campaigns, if and when I can get hold of the funds.

I am excited about this year and who and what it will bring to the business. I am looking forward to getting to the point of getting (hopefully) positive feedback and constructive criticism for Working Hours. I look forward to getting our 1^st Patreon supporter in the next few months and to getting our 1000^th one shortly after that! I look forward to all my coming shows this year and to maybe even helping you to make your podcast.