Case Study: Dear Katie
My meticulous editing and sensitivity transformed the 'Dear Katie: Survivor Stories’ podcast into an impactful resource for survivors seeking solace and understanding.
Katie Koestner - Host & Executive Producer
“The Dear Katie: Survivor Stories Podcast has been delighted and honored to have Craig Stanton as our lead editor for over 50 episodes. His careful treatment of our sensitive issue enabled us to serve listeners wanted to feel connected in their healing process as survivors of various types of sexual abuse and assault… I have dedicated my life to this cause. It is people like Craig who generously donate their own talent and skill that helps make this work possible.”
The Show
Dear Katie: Survivor Stories is an in-depth podcast hosted by Katie Koestner and Claire Kaplan, Ph.D. They extract raw, empowering narratives from survivors of sexual assault, discussing the emotional journey from hurt through healing, and the impacts on mental health, PTSD, body image, and more.
The Challenge
The show faced challenges in varied recording environments, maintaining an engaging audio medium, and having a streamlined workflow. A methodical, empathetic approach to editing was vital to honoring each survivor's story while providing high audio quality.
The Solution
Taking over the weekly editing, I revamped the workflow and focused on augmenting the podcast's engagement. Often times advanced techniques and tools were required to restore poorly recorded audio, a the show’s guests were often regular every-day people sharing their own journeys from hurt to healing.
The Outcome
The refined audio editing and enhanced podcast engagement have made the show an effective platform for survivors seeking connection in their healing journey. My contributions helped uphold the show's mission, continually bridging the gap between raw narratives and a wider audience seeking support.
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