Expert commentary on the Canadian podcast industry, podcast trends, and the best Canadian podcasts to watch.

Pod the North’s Kattie Laur is available for interviews, commentary, and expert quotes on topics including:

Canadian Podcast Industry:

  • How Canadian podcasting differs from the U.S. and global industries

  • Funding, sustainability, and ecosystem challenges

  • How Canadian podcast build audiences

Canadian Podcasts to Watch:

  • Expert-curated Canadian podcast recommendations

  • Emerging creators and standout indie shows

  • Notable developments in Canadian audio storytelling

Podcast Production & Distribution:

  • How podcasts get made (from concept to final mix)

  • The realities of independent podcast production and freelance work.

  • Storytelling best practices

  • Sound design, editing, and production workflows

  • YouTube and multi-platform podcast strategy

  • Podcast audience growth

Why talk to Pod the North:

  • Clear, concise, informed and candid commentary

  • Deep experience across both indie and industry podcast spaces

  • Broad knowledge of Canadian podcasts, creators, and studios

  • Quick turnaround for quotes, context, and fact-checking

  • Strong understanding of media, storytelling, and audience behaviour

Media Contact

For interviews, quotes, speaking invitations, or expert insight:
Email: kattielaur at gmail dot come
Location: Based in Brantford and the GTA, Ontario; available in-person or remotely.

Fast turnaround available for reporters on deadline.

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