This category aims to recognise the contribution of Podcasts to the audio landscape in Ireland.
Podcasts entered in this category can cover any topic area and be a one off or part of a series.
This category is not open to any content that has been broadcast at any time on radio. It is for content specifically generated for online distribution.
Only podcast content produced by licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland can enter this category.
The podcast the entry is taken from must be able to clearly demonstrate its connection to an eligible radio station.
Who Can Enter
Only licensed analogue and digital terrestrial commercial and public service radio stations operating on the island of Ireland can enter this category. The podcast the entry is taken from must be able to clearly demonstrate its connection to an eligible radio station.
This category is not open to any broadcast radio content, it is for content specifically generated for distribution online and content that has been broadcast is not eligible for entry.
Entry Requirements and Conditions of Entry
The podcast from which your entry is extracted must have been first published within the validity period: 1st June 2023 – 31st May 2024.
Include an entry of up to a total of 30 minutes duration taken from a single podcast in the sequence it was published (not necessarily continuous). The entry should be a fair representation of the podcast as published.
“Best of” podcasts which consist of a compilation of previously published material are not eligible.
Telescoping in and out of music tracks and ad/commercial segments is permitted. Permitted edit points should be marked by a 2 seconds dead air without any other indicators being added.
No other editing is permitted and all other material should be included in full. For example you are NOT permitted to take the first three minutes of an interview, fade down and then include a further piece from that same interview. You may either include one excerpt from the interview or the entire interview, should it fall within the time allowed for that entry.
Additional post-production audio material such as voice links, introductions or sign-offs are not permitted i.e. do not use voice links, stings, music beds or other post-produced elements. Judges are specifically instructed to disqualify should this occur.
The entry must be supported by a 250 word paragraph and a detailed running order to accompany the audio entry. The online entry form is designed to only permit a maximum of 250 words.
Each entry costs €100 plus processing fees. Every fourth entry is free.
How Do I Enter This Category
Once you have read all the entry requirements and conditions of entry for this category, and have finalised your audio entry, go to Enter Online and register (if you haven’t already done so). Then complete the entry form for this category and upload your audio entry. Click on Save to Later. This allows you to edit, print draft copies, delete or update your entry right up to the closing date (5pm Friday June 28th 2024).
Please ensure you have uploaded and completed all the required fields and hit submit. You will receive an automated email confirming your submission has been received.
The audio entry should be contained in one MP3 file of no more than 55MB in size.
Judging Criteria for this Category
Judges will look at the following criteria with marks equally split;
Presentation: Does the presenter appear knowledgeable and well-rehearsed? Is it polished and professional?
Production: This relates to the technical side of the entry, the production process itself. Is the chosen piece well-produced? Is quality evident?
Creativity: Judges will be looking for innovation, originality and novelty.
Value to the Listener: Does it connect with the audience ? Does it entertain? Does it achieve its purpose?
