We produce Trending Globally, a biweekly podcast from the Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs at Brown University. We draw on professors from the Watson Institute and the larger community at Brown to explore some of the biggest challenges in the world of public policy. In the process, we also highlight the breadth of work that Brown is doing in the social sciences. Working with one full-time producer and one part-time production assistant and in close collaboration with our institute’s social media and web team, we’ve built a loyal listener base and become a core part of Brown’s multimedia and online presence. Our show is heard by thousands of people in more than 40 countries, as well as by local radio listeners in the Providence area.
From the Judges
This is one of the podcasts that the judges could have kept listening to. The professional quality of the production is evident, and there is a clear return on investment from the podcast's significant budget. The donation to invest in the building of a new multimedia studio is clear proof of the value of the platform for the community.
