Podcasting, Music & AI-Powered Audio
Students walk away with a finished, publishable audio project — a podcast, music track, or audio story — built using the same AI tools professionals use today.
What Students Learn
The full audio production pipeline — from concept to published content — using both foundational technique and modern AI tools.
Audio Recording Fundamentals
Microphone placement, gain levels, room acoustics, and how to capture clean audio from the start.
Voice Clarity & Microphone Technique
Pacing, tone, breath control, and how to deliver compelling spoken content that holds an audience's attention.
Audio Editing — Cut, Layer & Mix
Students edit in Audacity and GarageBand: trimming, layering music and SFX, and mixing to a clean final product.
AI-Assisted Music & Voice Generation
Students use tools like Suno to generate original music and explore AI voice workflows — with full ethical context and guardrails.
Podcast Structure & Storytelling
How to open strong, hold attention, and close with impact. Students script, structure, and record a full episode.
Ethical Use of AI in Media
Students learn what AI can and can't do responsibly — ownership, attribution, and the difference between using AI as a tool vs. a crutch.
Tools Students Use
All equipment and software provided. Students bring nothing.
Responsible AI — Always
All AI tool use is supervised, instructional, and taught with ethical context. Students learn responsible use — not commercial exploitation. No program promotes unauthorized voice replication or AI misuse.
Every Student Leaves With
A Finished, Publishable Project
- check_circle A podcast episode, music track, or audio story
- check_circle A digital portfolio entry shareable with schools and colleges
- check_circle Seniors: Optional live release on Spotify or YouTube
8-Week Curriculum
From first recording to published project — every week builds toward a finished piece of audio.
Sound & Storytelling Fundamentals
What makes audio compelling? Students listen critically and learn the elements that hold an audience.
Microphone Technique & Recording
Hands-on with the hardware. Students record and listen back to understand what works and what doesn't.
Audio Editing — Cut & Layer
Students open Audacity for the first time and learn to cut, arrange, and layer audio clips into a cohesive piece.
AI Music & Voice Tools
Introduction to Suno and AI voice platforms. Students generate original music and explore ethical AI workflows with full context.
Project Structure & Pre-Production
Students plan and script their final project — podcast, music track, or audio story — before recording begins.
Final Project — Record
Production session. Students record all the raw content for their finished project with instructor guidance.
Final Project — Edit & Mix
Students assemble, layer, and mix their project to a finished master — adding music, SFX, and AI-generated elements.
Publish & Present
Final projects are exported, published, and presented. Every student leaves with a live audio project and a portfolio entry.
Choose Your Tier
Juniors and Seniors run in separate cohorts — same outcomes, age-appropriate depth.
This Program May Be Free
HPG Skills Lab is a registered Step Up for Students provider. Many Florida families qualify for scholarships that cover the full program cost.
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