Asia Podcast Awards 2024 Winner Spotlight: Naveen Samala, Founder, The Guiding Voice

The Guiding Voice (TGV) won the People’s Choice Award for the Best Education Podcast: Indie at the Asia Podcast Awards 2024.

The People’s Choice Award was a popularly voted award open to podcast listeners and fans. People could only vote for one finalist and could only vote once. Over 5000 votes were recorded this year.

TGV was founded by Naveen Samala and his friends who are passionate about shaping the Careers & Lives of Professional Students, IT Employees, and Entrepreneurs across the Globe. They are reputed thought leaders and delivered numerous keynote sessions at technical & business conferences besides speaking at Universities, Engineering Colleges, and B-Schools all across. They provide Career Guidance to Professional Students and also offer coaching services to IT employees and Entrepreneurs. The team also mentors startups.

Launched in English language in October 2020, TGV is now available in Hindi, Telugu and Kannada as well. It has also made it to The Global Top 2.5 percent.

Samala is excited about the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into both the creation and consumption of podcast content and feels this integration promises to revolutionize the podcasting landscape, making it more dynamic, personalized, and accessible.

According to him, the integration of AI in content creation can significantly streamline the podcast production process. Traditionally, creating a high-quality podcast involves extensive planning, scripting, recording, editing, and post-production. AI can assist at various stages of this process, enhancing efficiency and creativity.

The integration of AI is not limited to content creation; it also holds great potential to enhance how audiences consume podcasts. Personalized recommendations, accessibility improvements, and interactive features are just a few ways AI can transform the listener experience.

“As AI technology continues to evolve, it will become an even more powerful tool for creators and listeners alike. The key to successfully leveraging AI lies in finding the right balance between automation and human creativity. By embracing AI while maintaining a strong focus on quality, authenticity, and ethical considerations, the podcasting industry can unlock new possibilities and reach new heights,” he says.