Welcome to the Podcast Book Club
We're a Discord-based community of podcast fans and creators that spend our days sharing and enjoying audio fiction. Affectionately shorthanded to "the PBC", our work most often takes the form of various server projects that serve to encourage creativity and foster community online.
Projects
About Us
Podcast Book Club is, at heart, a community made up of podcast fans, creators, and all those that fall somewhere in-between. It was founded in the spring of 2023 following interest in a centralized space dedicated to enjoying podcasts together, and has since expanded to include adjacent projects like the Podcast Jam, Coffee Shop Chats and Audio Fiction Convention. The bookclub is primarily based within a Discord server, reaching global audiences in the audio drama and actual play spaces through a variety of community events and outreach. At any given time we're choosing or listening to an audio fiction podcast or two, coming together in Listening parties and text-based discussions to talk about various shows.The server and all associated projects are maintained by a small moderation team that is always looking for more staff members! If you're interested in joining the Bookclub staff, check out our Staff Information page, or reach out to [email protected] for more information.
Podcast Jam
The PBC’s Podcast Jam is a collaborative event running annually for anyone interested in creating an audio drama. Inspired by game jam events, teams of writers, voice actors, editors and artists will collaborate to create the pilot episode of a fiction podcast from start to finish in one month. A week each is dedicated to planning, writing, recording and editing of the episodes.We know that, while the barrier of entry for podcasting is low, it can still be intimidating to jump into a show alone without any experience in the field. Thus, we hope this event will encourage new folks to try their hand at creating in a relatively low-stress, community-based environment.
Participant Guidelines
Frequently Asked Questions
Got a question? Check here to see if it’s already answered! This will be updated as-needed throughout the event.What exactly is a “Podcast Jam”?
A podcast jam is an event in which participants are tasked with creating a pilot episode of an audio drama, with the added challenge of the episode done over the course of one month. If you’re familiar with game jams, this concept was modeled after that!How do I sign up?
Sign-ups are done via the Participant form, which you can find here beginning March 10th.I want to join a team.
We can help with that! The talent-search and project-pitch forums in the Discord were created specifically for this purpose. Once you’ve found a team, or if you already have an offsite group you wish to work with, have the Producer fill out the Team Submission form.How much experience in writing/voice acting/editing do I need to take part?
None! We are open to all skill levels. If you’re new to podcasting, this event is a great way to test out the audio drama waters.__How long does my podcast have to be?__
Any length, but keep in mind it has to be completely written, recorded and edited during the Jam Month. (We recommend a runtime no longer than 15 minutes.)I don’t know how to edit!
That’s okay! Audacity, a recording/editing software, is free, and has a resource manual you can access here.What if I signed up to participate, but can’t complete my project by the deadline?
Fill out the Withdraw form before April 7th. After this date, please reach out to mods via tickets to inform us you are dropping from the event.If the concern is not having enough time to finish your pilot, we recommend shortening the episode length. And, if worst comes to worst: submitting something half-finished is better than not submitting at all!If I have different roles on each team, can I participate in multiple projects?
No. Participants are restricted to working on one project for the jam. If you would like to participate in multiple roles, they all must be within one project.What if I have a question that hasn’t been answered?
You’re welcome to open a support ticket in the Discord, or contact us at [email protected] anytime for assistance.
Participant Information
Joining the Podcast Book Club server is required to participate in the Podcast Jam. Sign-ups who are not in the server will be contacted via email with a link to join, and those that fail to do so will be dropped from the event.
After signing up, open an "Event Support" ticket in the PBC Discord to request the Jam role for access to the event category.
Participants are welcome to enter the jam as an individual, and handle all aspects of creating the pilot on their own, but we do encourage folks to work with a team.
If you don’t already have a team together going into the event, the project-pitch and talent-search channels are available in the Discord to pair shows and collaborators.
For team participants who don't join a team (via being included in a Team Submission) before the March 24th deadline, you will be randomly matched with a group.
As soon as you establish your team, you’re welcome to start discussing project details and delegating the work, though nothing concrete – including all scriptwriting, voice acting or sound designing – can begin until event kickoff.
The Jam Month will take place from March 30th - April 27th. Pending review, everyone’s pilots will be posted to the Jam feed, with a closing ceremony event & listening party marathon following the end of the event.
General Rules
Pilots created as part of the event must be new, not previously published work on any podcasting site.
All writing, recording and editing for your pilot must be completed between March 30th - April 27th, during the Jam period.
Scripts can be any length, but we recommend no longer than 10-15 minutes due to the time constraints.
Any and all themes are allowed, within reason (there is a difference between a racist podcast and a podcast that tackles racism, for example)
As this is an all-ages event, projects that contain explicit/18+ or otherwise NSFW sexual content will not be accepted.
Participants are limited to involvement in one pilot for this event, but can participate in as many roles on the single project as desired.
After signing up, open an "Event Support" ticket in the PBC Discord to request the Jam role for access to the event category.
Team Rules
You may participate in as many roles as you’d like on a team, but please keep your own limits in mind & avoid overcommitting!
Be in regular contact with your teammates throughout the duration of the jam. It’s important to be collaborative and meet the expectations set for your part in the project.
Teams are responsible for facilitating their own means of communication through the event, i.e. by creating a group DM with your teammates.
If you cannot complete the event, please submit the withdraw form (if prior to April 7th). Additionally please communicate with your team, and open a ticket to notify the mods.
When withdrawing, ensure that your team has all necessary information and resources to complete the project without you.
All members of a team must be signed up to the jam as a participant prior to the March 17th deadline.
For voice acting roles, we recommend utilizing your existing team as much as possible. If your show requires a variety of extras, have one VA responsible for most/every minor role.
If you plan to source voice actors via the talent-search, allow for any voice type when pitching your request.
PodCamp
The PBC’s PodCamp is a virtual collaborative event taking place annually in September.Pack your bags and get ready to be placed in a cabin team with fellow creatives for a whirlwind weekend of podcast-making. Your cabin will have 96 hours from event start to write, record, and edit a one-off episode following a randomly chosen theme. Think, stories to be told around the campfire on a weekend in the woods. This event is inspired by game jams and our annual Podcast Jam for seasoned podcast creators to have some fun telling stories.Follow the PodCamp tumblr for updates from your camp counsellors!
Listen to recording of the presentation slides above to recieve all the important information! Voiced by Jesse Peng.
Transcript for Video[Various clips of forest scenery set to outdoor ambience and a cheery theme tune.]COUNSELLOR There’s a connection forged here that’s unique. The life-altering experiences that people have here is what sets PodCamp apart from other camps.CAMPER 1 Everyone here has one thing in common. Podcasts.CAMPER 2 I just love to create and share, man. And the ambience here at PodCamp? Unmatched foley.CAMPER 3 This forest isn’t like other forests. I can feel it.CAMPER 2 You just have to experience it, man. The heartbeat of the woods. I got it on recording, wanna listen?CAMPER 2 Dude, what the…COUNSELOR From the PBC who brought you PodJam and AuFiCon, we now bring you an experience you’ll never forget. No matter how hard you try.CAMPER 1 You arrive at the camp and you’re randomly allocated a cabin with people you’ve never met before. And that’s where the magic happens.CAMPER 2 There’s this countdown? For 96 hours. I don’t know what happens when the clock reaches zero.CAMPER 3 And like… there were these… cassettes… I don’t know where they came from…COUNSELLOR Okaaaay! Thank you, campers, for sharing the wonderful time you had! PodCamp is an unmissable experience coming to the PBC this September! Check out the Tumblr @podcast-bookclub and the Discord server to find out more.
Coffee Shop Chats
Coffee Shop Chats is the “podcast about podcasts,” and is a series of interviews with podcast creators across the audio drama & actual play space. Questions asked in each episode are submitted by members in the Discord server, covering a range of topics such as crowdfunding for shows and minority representation in podcasting, to things like what your favorite smell would be if you were a dog.Listen to Coffee Shop Chats at your podcatcher of choice!If you are involved in the production of a podcast and would like to sit down with our team in a future episode of Coffee Shop Chats, please submit the application form available at the bottom of this page. Any inquiries and questions can be directed to [email protected], or via server tickets in the Discord.
Crew
Tesh (any)
Azazel (he/him)
Quills (she/her)
Interview Application Form
Thank you for your interest in guesting on Coffee Shop! Interviews are scheduled in monthly slots, so scheduling availability may vary. After you’ve submitted an application, you can expect to hear back from us within a week to discuss your slot. If one is open, we’ll confirm a month, and will be in contact again before the month of your interview to work out dates/times. If a scheduling conflict occurs, we're more than happy to reschedule or put you on a waitlist for future availability. If you have any questions, feel free to include them at the end of your application, or email us directly at [email protected], or on Discord via our ticketing system.
PBC Events!
Audio Fiction Convention
January 30th - Febuary 1st 2026
Virtual Convention to celebrate all things Audio Fiction. Find out more here.
Podcast Jam
March - May 2026
Audio Fiction creation event - create a pilot episode in one month. Find out more here.
PBC Server Anniversary
April 27th 2026
Celebrate three years of the Podcast Book Club on Twitch with us!
Staff Information
The team behind the Bookclub and related projects! Staff introductions coming soon.ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Hiring isn’t done externally for these positions, but the admins are responsible for any “final calls” that need to be made regarding the server and associated projects, delegating tasks to the moderators as necessary, and general overhead management.MODERATION TEAM
Moderators are responsible for day-to-day tasks, chat monitoring, server upkeep and maintenance. Beyond this, they may also be part of a specific project or serve in a further individual capacity, listed under the “Project subteams” tab.STAFF TEAM
Staff members are exclusively concerned with server shows. They are responsible for running a specified podcast, hosting semi-regular listens and events, and engaging with other members in show discussions.PROJECT SUBTEAMS
Subteams are groups of admins and mods working on additional projects for or connected to the server, along with individual management roles.
PodJam team: Responsible for communicating with participants, sending out deadline reminders, running the Jam blog, etc.
Website team: Responsible for website maintenance and upkeep, along with the ongoing directory project.
Coffee Shop Chats team: Responsible for editing interviews, tracking listener questions, etc.
Social Media team: Responsible for running social media pages (Tumblr, Instagram etc.)
Audio Fiction Convention team: Responsible for organizing and helping to run the virtual PBC Audio Fiction Convention.
Staff manager: Individual responsible for general staff delegation, creating teams to run shows, maintaining consistent listens etc.
Channel manager: Individual responsible for setting up categories, info channels, etc for new shows.
STAFF APPLICATIONThank you for your interest in joining the Bookclub moderation team! Please note that all positions are currently unpaid, and we are only looking at applicants over 18 (so if you are a minor, please do not apply as your application will not be considered at this time.) If you are selected as a potential candidate, you will receive a follow-up message from our team about next steps within 1 week.
Answer these questions in the message field of the form above:
Were you a member of the server prior to submitting a staff application?
What timezone are you located in?
Age (only 18+ applicants)
If you're interested in joining a subteam, please indicate which one(s): Audio Fiction Convention, PodJam, PodCamp, Coffee Shop Chats, Social Media, Website, other (specify)
What is your past experience with Discord, with respect to any previous moderation experience?
What skills would you add to our moderations team & to the server as a whole?
Favorite podcast? Why?
Listening Party History
This is a history of all shows we have listened to as part of the Podcast Bookclub - Official server listens, marathons, or one-off listening parties.
Book Club Shows
Listening Parties
Support the Book Club
Help us continue our work! By making a contribution or joining a membership tier, you're directly supporting our efforts to share and support the audio drama community, one show at a time.
Review the Server
Community is foundational both to the work of Podcast Book Club and to the audio drama space at large, and we wish to uplift our members at every opportunity. If you wish to review our server, projects, and work to be used in future promotional material, the below form is the way to do so. We appreciate your input; thank you for being here.
Connect with us!
Questions, comments, just want to say hello?Feel free to reach out via the form or through socials below, we’d love to hear from you!
Bluesky: @podcast-bookclub
Instagram: @podcast.bookclub
Tumblr: @podcast-bookclub
Twitch: @podcastbookclub
YouTube: @podcastbookclub
Email: [email protected]
Member Resource & FAQ
Welcome to the Bookclub! Due to the scope of our work, we know the server can be slightly overwhelming for newcomers (and longtime members!), so we hope this documentation will be useful to reference during your time here as a member!