I’m Bethany Madden, an award-winning podcast producer with end-to-end experience shaping interview-led, talent-led and brand-aligned audio and video content across broadcast, podcast and digital platforms. I’ve developed formats, booked and managed high-profile talent, and led productions from concept through delivery, always with a focus on storytelling, audience engagement and content quality. My background blends creative production with commercial insight, including work alongside brands and agencies to understand audience behavior and content performance. I thrive collaborating across editorial, production and talent teams to deliver compelling, responsible storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.

Bethany Madden

I’m Bethany Madden, an award-winning podcast producer with end-to-end experience shaping interview-led, talent-led and brand-aligned audio and video content across broadcast, podcast and digital platforms. I’ve developed formats, booked and managed high-profile talent, and led productions from concept through delivery, always with a focus on storytelling, audience engagement and content quality. My background blends creative production with commercial insight, including work alongside brands and agencies to understand audience behavior and content performance. I thrive collaborating across editorial, production and talent teams to deliver compelling, responsible storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.

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I’m Bethany Madden, an award-winning podcast producer with end-to-end experience shaping interview-led, talent-led and brand-aligned audio and video content across broadcast, podcast and digital platforms. I’ve developed formats, booked and managed high-profile talent, and led productions from concept through delivery, always with a focus on storytelling, audience engagement and content quality.

My background blends creative production with commercial insight, including work alongside brands and agencies to understand audience behavior and content performance. I thrive collaborating across editorial, production and talent teams to deliver compelling, responsible storytelling that resonates with diverse audiences.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Producer (Life After Prison) at Prison Radio Association
January 1, 2022 - January 1, 2026
Led end-to-end production of an interview-led podcast exploring life after prison. Managed full production lifecycle including development, scripting, guest coordination, recording and post-production delivery. Led adaptation of long-form podcast content into social-first video and digital assets, extending audience reach across platforms. Directed video podcast production, overseeing shoots, edit direction and final delivery across digital platforms. Worked closely with contributors and talent to shape sensitive, story-led content. Delivered live and location-based recording in prisons, universities and community settings.
Producer at Stak
October 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021
Lead production across multiple podcast series spanning talent-led, interview-led, conversational and factual formats. Delivered shows from concept through to release, managed development, research, booking and scripting support. Coordinated studio production and post-production workflows across multiple concurrent series. Worked closely with editorial teams and talent to maintain consistent tone, quality and delivery.
Producer at Stake
October 1, 2020 - September 1, 2021
Led production across multiple podcast series spanning talent-led, interview-led, conversational and factual formats. Delivered shows from concept through to release, managing development, research, booking and scripting support. Coordinated studio production and post-production workflows across multiple concurrent series. Worked closely with editorial teams and talent to maintain consistency of tone, quality and delivery.
Producer at Radio X (Global)
November 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Produced a weekly live, content-driven show, leading scripting, research and studio production. Delivered audio and podcast content featuring high-profile talent including Ed Gamble & Matthew Crosby. Progressed within the organisation from intern on Chris Moyles’ flagship breakfast show, which included managing guests and high-profile talent in a live broadcast environment, and creating a weekly podcast, to Assistant Producer to Producer.
Producer & Co-host at Very Loose Women
July 1, 2019 - August 1, 2020
Co-created and produced a ward-winning podcast and live radio show; oversaw episode structure, editorial direction and talent coordination.
Executive at Radio Centre
October 1, 2018 - September 1, 2020
Led delivery of Radio Gauge, evaluating radio campaign effectiveness for advertisers and media agencies; collaborated with brands and agencies to interpret audience data and campaign performance.
Producer at Insight Executive Radio Centre
October 1, 2018 - September 30, 2020
Led delivery of Radio gauge, evaluating radio campaign effectiveness for advertisers and media agencies. Worked closely with brands and agencies to interpret audience data and campaign performance. Produced See Radio Differently, translating industry insights into engaging audio content. Produced Very Loose Women (co-created and produced), an award-winning podcast and live radio show format. Developed editorial direction, booked guests and shaped show structure.

Education

BSc Psychology (2:1) at Durham University
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Diploma (Distinction) in Freelance & Feature Writing at London School of Journalism
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
BSc Psychology (2:1) at Durham University
January 11, 2030 - June 2, 2026
Diploma (Distinction) at London School of Journalism
January 11, 2030 - June 2, 2026

Qualifications

Diploma (Distinction) in Freelance & Feature Writing
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
BSc Psychology (2:1)
January 11, 2030 - May 13, 2026
Bronze – Best Lifestyle & Society Podcast, Audio Production Awards
January 1, 2024 - June 2, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services