On this episode of Exploring Washington State, we chat with Kris Kaiyala, the creator of the successful fiction podcast Dirt an audio drama. Kris takes us on a journey through the creation of the podcast - from how he first got into audio dramas, to how he was inspired to start writing and producing his own podcast.

We explore his experiences in obtaining the necessary equipment, writing the script, developing character arcs, and the challenges he faced along the way. Kris also shares insights on promoting the podcast through grassroots marketing, episode swaps, and personal connections.

As we wrap up the episode, Kris describes how he has adjusted to remote work, acknowledging the privilege of not having to physically go into work, and how the pandemic has impacted the audio drama industry. Tune in to this episode to discover more about the creative and technical process behind successful fiction podcasting.

[00:06:05] "From Binging to Creating: Audio Drama Inspiration"

[00:10:16] The Humbling Beginnings of a Podcast Editor.

[00:21:01] Podcast Explores Unexpected, Everyday Places in State

[00:27:05] "Writer Prepares for Surprising Twist Ending"

[00:39:14] "Tactics for Growing Your Podcast Audience"

[00:51:47] "Remote Work Thrives in Advertising Industry Shift"

[01:02:03] "Childhood Sandbox Adventures Yield Buried Treasures"

[01:06:24] "True story of fake cattle herd fraud"

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