The document provides tips for creating an engaging podcast for a library. It suggests podcasts could include virtual tours, staff training, storytime, interviews, and discussions of community history or current events. Examples are given of library podcasts interviewing authors and locals. It recommends keeping podcasts short since listeners may only have brief periods to listen. It advises including a short intro musical byte but avoiding long introductions. For variety, it suggests using different voices and inflections rather than just one monotonous voice. Proper preparation is emphasized as key to an effective podcast.
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