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Immersive Audio Podcast

1.618 Digital
Spatial Audio
Immersive Audio
Sound Design
Virtual Reality
Dolby Atmos
Music Production
Active Acoustics
Augmented Reality
Ambisonics
University Of Greenwich
Electroacoustic Music
Loudspeaker Orchestra
Podcasting
Documentary Filmmaking
Immersive Storytelling
Technology Standards
Audio Engineering
Garrison Church
Artificial Intelligence
Nomono

Join our host Oliver Kadel and guest presenters, in conversation with industry thought leaders, practitioners, artists, academics and entrepreneurs discussing all aspects of this rapidly evolving industry from art, science and business to practical insights and project case studies. We aim to inform, educate, explore and unite the community. Immersive Audio Podcast is produced by 1.618 Digital Ltd... more

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In this episode of the Immersive Audio Podcast, Oliver Kadel and Monica Bolles are joined by musician, composer, creative technologist, and founder of Walk Through Music, Zack Settel from Montreal, Canada. We explore Zack's journey through IRCAM, La ... more

We’re excited to announce the sixth instalment of the Immersive Audio Podcast Masterclass series. As always, the sessions are designed to enhance your practical learning experience and are delivered by world-class experts. We’ll be providing video de... more

In this episode of the Immersive Audio Podcast, we travel to Austin, Texas, for the 2026 edition of the SXSW festival to present the panel - Audible Dimensions: Expanding Story Through Spatial Audio. This panel explores the latest innovation in immer... more

In this episode of the Immersive Audio Podcast, Oliver Kadel is joined by the musician, sound engineer, microphone designer and immersive media producer - Jack Reynolds from London, UK. We discuss Jack’s extensive career in music and spatial audio, t... more

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Recent Guests

Zack Settel
Founder of Walk Through Music, musician and sound technologist
Walk Through Music
Episode: Episode 128 Zack Settel (Walk Through Music)
Katia Sochaczewska
Immersive audio researcher and music producer
University of York; Open Binaural Renderer project
Episode: Episode 127 Katia Sochaczewska (ECHO Project)
Victor Agulhon
Co-founder of Targo, immersive documentary studio
Targo
Episode: Episode 126 (SXSW 2026 Panel - Audible Dimensions)
Eric Cheng
Director of Immersive Media at Meta
Meta
Episode: Episode 126 (SXSW 2026 Panel - Audible Dimensions)
David Gould
Dolby engineer / audio expert
Dolby
Episode: Episode 126 (SXSW 2026 Panel - Audible Dimensions)
Chloé Rocherie
Co-founder, documentary filmmaker
Targo
Episode: Episode 126 (SXSW 2026 Panel - Audible Dimensions)
Jack Reynolds
Founder of Reynolds Microphones, designer/manufacturer of ambisonic microphones
Reynolds Microphones
Episode: Episode 125 Jack Reynolds (BBC R&D)
John Wills
Musician, sound engineer, educator, host behind Positive Ambisonics
Positive Ambisonics
Episode: Episode 124 John Wills (POSITIVE AMBISONICS)
Dan Barry
A four-time startup founder with a PhD in audio signal processing and experience in AI-driven audio technologies.
Episode: Episode 123 Dan Barry (Spatial Audio & AI)

Hosts

Oliver Kadel
Host of immersive audio discussions; co-host with a focus on industry conversations and practical workflows.
Monica Bolles
Co-host and presenter involved in hosting and guesting across episodes.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
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    A fantastic initiative! The podcast delivers valuable content and is greatly appreciated.

    Tank you for doing this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MariamGviniashvili
    Norway3 years ago
  • Excellent podcast!

    Quality long-form content. The interviews go into details on the subjects and I've learned a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dima3891
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Great insights into the future of sound

    Loving these series of interviews with key players in the audio industry, from creatives to technologists.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GiomBen
    United Kingdom6 years ago
  • Such a great resource for a growing field

    I’ve been eager to learn more about audio for AR / VR / XR and this has been an incredible opportunity to hear candid interviews from so many of the leaders in the space. Very well produced as well. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThanksTom
    United States6 years ago
  • Great podcast!

    Really great for insights and inspiration about audio & the future of sound. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AmyBoswell1996
    United Kingdom7 years ago

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Shows depth and practicality for audio pros and researchers.
High production quality and insightful, detailed conversations.
A strong resource for XR and spatial sound enthusiasts.
Interviews span creatives to technologists, offering broad perspectives.

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Apple Podcasts
#135
United Kingdom/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#29
South Korea/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#134
Colombia/Technology

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 122 Justin Gray (IMMERSED)
Q: What are some lessons that you learned that you want to share with our audience today?
Justin shares significant lessons around creating immersive music, highlighting the importance of pre-production and understanding spatial relationships in music composition.
Episode 122 Justin Gray (IMMERSED)
Q: What has inspired you to embark on this project?
Justin explains that the inspiration for his project 'Immersed' comes from past experiences in audio mixing, particularly the desire to create music conceived with spatial audio in mind from the ground up.
Episode 122 Justin Gray (IMMERSED)
Q: Can you please enlighten us on your rather extensive background working in various disciplines across the music?
Justin talks about his extensive background as an audio engineer, bassist, and producer across various genres, emphasizing his journey into immersive audio and his experiences with different musical traditions.
Episode 118 Julian Treasure (The Forgotten Skills of Speaking and Listening)
Q: How can we listen better?
Reacquaint yourself with silence and use an exercise called savoring to become aware of the sounds around you, assessing their helpfulness, healthiness, and happiness.
Episode 118 Julian Treasure (The Forgotten Skills of Speaking and Listening)
Q: Can you talk about this Sonic Branding Agency? What is the current state of play for Sonic Branding Industry? And where is it heading?
The Sonic Branding industry grew rapidly but remains a minority interest, with most agencies being small and few brands investing seriously in sound.

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This show centers on immersive audio, blending technical deep-dives with practical production insights. Across episodes, listeners gain exposure to ambisonics, spatial rendering, AI in audio, and real-world storytelling through immersive media, XR, and festival work. Noteworthy strengths include interviews with researchers, industry technologists, and makers—covering both the science of sound and its application in film, games, and installation art. The format tends to pair hands-on recording techniques with discussions about standards, tools, and workflow decisions, making it a valuable resource for practitioners, researchers, and creators who want to stay ahead in spatial audio and immersive storytelling.

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1. Zack Settel
2. Katia Sochaczewska
3. Victor Agulhon
4. Eric Cheng
5. David Gould
6. Chloé Rocherie
7. Jack Reynolds
8. John Wills

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