Cult of Body & Soul is a 7-part documentary series created by Jess Rothschild that takes listeners inside the world of SoulCycle, not just the workouts, but the energy, the community, and the rituals that made it feel like so much more. The show explores how candlelight, charisma, and the promise of transformation helped SoulCycle capture the New York City moment and become a place where people came to feel seen, powerful, and connected.

But the series also looks at the other side of the story. It uncovers the intense power dynamic between riders and instructors, the mysterious and highly selective instructor training program, and the real journey of founders Julie Rice and Elizabeth Cutler. And yes, it digs into the political scandal that turned the brand’s glow into something far more complicated.

With interviews from instructors, studio managers, front desk staff, and corporate insiders, Cult of Body & Soul paints a fuller, more honest picture of a phenomenon that blurred the line between fitness class and spiritual experience.

My role

I joined the Cult of Body & Soul team to help bring this docu-series from concept to launch, supporting both its creative vision and its technical execution.

• Produced episodes from initial structure through final delivery
• Edited interviews and narration for clarity, emotion, and a captivating story arc
• Created sound design elements to evoke atmosphere, energy, and the signature SoulCycle experience
• Mixed episodes to achieve a polished, immersive, documentary-style sound
• Supported launch strategy and multi-episode workflow management

Services

Podcast production: producing, editing, sound design, audio engineering, narrative shaping, pacing refinement, and episode rollout support.

Results

• Helped launch a high-quality documentary podcast with a bold narrative voice
• Elevated the series with detailed sound design and thoughtful editorial decisions
• Contributed to a cohesive, well-paced exploration of SoulCycle’s cultural impact
• Delivered polished production that aligned with the Broadway Podcast Network’s standards and audience expectations

Listen on Spotify: Cult of Body & Soul

Visit the network: Broadway Podcast Network

Transition of Style is a podcast about the magic that happens when gender expression and personal style meet. It explores how queer leaders, creatives, and fashion disruptors use clothing as identity, freedom, and joy. Each season dives into honest conversations about self-expression, confidence, and the courage it takes to show up as yourself. It’s a show about style, yes, but it’s also about community, creativity, and the people redefining what fashion can be.

My role

Host Rocio Sanchez brought me on in 2023 to help usher in a new chapter of the show as they stepped into hosting duties for Season 2.

• Produced each episode from planning through final delivery
• Edited conversations for clarity, pacing, and emotional resonance
• Mixed and refined audio to support a warm, intimate, and polished sound
• Helped shape the tone and narrative structure for Season 2’s refreshed direction
• Managed workflows to ensure a smooth production rhythm throughout the season

Services

Podcast production: producing, editing, mixing, audio cleanup, pacing refinement, and episode preparation for a full-season release.

Results

• Delivered a cohesive season that supported the show’s evolution under a new host
• Enhanced overall sound quality and narrative flow to spotlight guests and their stories
• Helped strengthen the show’s identity within queer fashion and culture spaces
• Contributed to a polished, engaging listening experience that honored the spirit of self-expression and gender exploration

Listen on Spotify: Transition of Style

Learn more: transitionofstyle.com

Finding Fire Island is a limited podcast series that brings to life the history, culture, and spirit of one of the world’s most iconic queer destinations. Through vivid storytelling, archival tape, interviews, and atmospheric sound design, the series explores how a quiet 19th-century beach town transformed into a modern-day haven for artists, theater-makers, and LGBTQ+ communities.

Presented by the Broadway Podcast Network, the show celebrates the people, performances, and politics that shaped Fire Island into a place of refuge, expression, and joy.

My role

I joined the Finding Fire Island team to help bring this series from concept to launch, contributing across creative, editorial, and technical stages.

• Supported launch strategy and early series development
• Produced episodes from raw tape through final structure
• Edited interviews and narration for clarity, pacing, and emotional impact
• Crafted immersive sound design that helped evoke Fire Island’s history and atmosphere
• Collaborated with the creative team to shape a cohesive, cinematic listening experience
• Delivered polished episodes that matched Broadway Podcast Network’s high production standards

Services

Podcast production: producing, editing, sound design, audio engineering, story shaping, narrative pacing, and multi-episode launch support.

Results

• Helped launch a standout narrative series with immersive and emotionally rich storytelling
• Elevated episodes through detailed sound design and polished editorial work
• Contributed to a project nominated for the 2024 GLAAD Media Award for Outstanding Podcast
• Strengthened the series’ cultural impact by supporting its celebration of queer history and community
• Delivered high-quality audio production for a major network with a dedicated Broadway and theater audience

Listen on Spotify: Finding Fire Island

Visit the network: Broadway Podcast Network

This Is Not a Beauty Podcast is a collaboration between the L’Oréal Groupe and The New York Times, exploring the unexpected ways beauty shows up in places far beyond cosmetics. Hosted by the legendary actress Isabella Rossellini, the show uncovers the hidden role beauty plays in sports, technology, politics, business, community spaces, and more. Each episode blends reporting, storytelling, and cultural insight to reveal how beauty shapes our world in ways we often overlook.

The episode “Finding Friendship in a Barbershop” shines a light on barbershops as powerful community hubs, places where connection, care, and belonging extend well beyond the haircut itself.

My role

I was brought onto this episode as a tape syncer and research partner to help uncover authentic community-centered barbershops in the U.S.

• Conducted research to identify barbershops with strong local impact
• Interviewed and profiled Jay’s Barbershop in Hamburg, NY (featured in the episode’s first segment)
• Captured high-quality on-location audio to support the episode’s storytelling
• Coordinated with producers to ensure the sound, tone, and context aligned with the episode’s narrative
• Provided background details and field insights to strengthen the reporting

Services

Tape sync & field research: location scouting, pre-interviews, on-site audio recording, story sourcing, community profiling, and collaboration with editorial producers.

Results

• Delivered clear, broadcast-quality audio for the episode’s opening segment
• Identified and profiled a barbershop with deep community impact, enriching the story’s heart and authenticity
• Strengthened the episode’s reporting with insights gathered through local research
• Contributed to a well-received piece of narrative journalism for a major podcast collaboration between L’Oréal and The New York Times

Listen on Spotify: This Is Not a Beauty Podcast

As part of Season 2 of From HU2U, Howard University’s signature storytelling podcast, we produced a three-part narrative mini-series exploring the “potential and peril of AI for Howard University and our communities.” This series takes listeners on a guided journey through the rise of generative AI: what it is, why it matters, and how it affects Black communities and institutions like Howard.

Across the mini-series, we dig into core questions and highlight the voices closest to the work:

• Ep 1: What is GenAI and Why Is It Biased? : A grounded introduction to generative AI and the systemic biases built into today’s technologies.
• Ep 2: Howard Changemakers Leading the Way: A spotlight on the innovators, researchers, and leaders at Howard shaping a more equitable tech future.
• Ep 3: Preparing Howard Alum for Big Tech & Entrepreneurship: A look at how Howard prepares its graduates to lead, build, and break barriers in emerging industries.

Through interviews, narration, and storytelling, the series amplifies critical conversations that sit at the intersection of AI, equity, education, and community impact.

My role

I collaborated closely with university.fm and the Howard University team to develop and deliver this narrative arc across all three episodes.

• Contributed to scriptwriting and narrative shaping for the full series
• Produced each episode, guiding structure, pacing, and story flow
• Engineered and cleaned all audio across interviews, narration, and archival elements
• Edited conversations to highlight clarity, emotional resonance, and narrative cohesion
• Mixed and mastered final episodes to create an immersive, polished listening experience
• Managed multi-episode workflows to ensure the series released smoothly and on schedule

Services

Narrative podcast production: story development, scriptwriting support, producing, engineering, editing, mixing, audio cleanup, segment structuring, and multi-episode delivery.

Results

• Delivered a cohesive three-part narrative series that expanded the scope and impact of From HU2U
• Helped translate complex conversations about AI, equity, and community into clear, accessible storytelling
• Elevated the voices of Howard scholars, students, and leaders at the forefront of technology and social justice
• Supported From HU2U during a season that contributed to its recognition as a 2024 Eddie & Ozzie Award Finalist for Best New Podcast
• Provided listeners with a powerful, well-structured audio journey through one of today’s most important topics

Listen on Spotify: From HU2U: The GenAI Revolution

Visit the network: university.fm

From HU2U is a podcast from Howard University that brings the school’s most important stories, conversations, and ideas directly to its community and beyond. Each episode highlights the voices, research, perspectives, and cultural impact emerging from The Mecca, making Howard’s legacy and leadership accessible to listeners wherever they are. Seasons 1 and 2 set the foundation for a show that celebrates excellence, amplifies meaningful dialogue, and keeps alumni and supporters connected to what’s happening on campus today.

My role

Working in collaboration with university.fm, I supported From HU2U across its first two seasons, helping shape a polished, consistent, and engaging listening experience.

• Engineered all episodes for clarity, balance, and sound quality
• Edited conversations for flow, pacing, and narrative cohesion
• Mixed and refined audio recorded across a range of environments and guest setups
• Supported the production workflow to maintain a smooth multi-season release cadence
• Helped strengthen episodes that earned recognition in the industry

Services

Podcast production: engineering, editing, mixing, audio cleanup, pacing refinement, and full-season episode preparation.

Results

• Delivered high-quality production across Seasons 1 and 2 with clean, consistent audio
• Supported the launch and growth of a signature Howard University podcast
• Helped the series become a finalist for the 2024 Eddie & Ozzie Award for Best New Podcast
• Contributed to a storytelling platform that celebrates Howard’s culture, leadership, and impact

Listen on Spotify: From HU2U

Visit the network: university.fm

Build Your Own Fairytale is a podcast for women who know life can be more: more magic, more possibility, more “happily ever after” than the script they were handed. Hosted by Kristen Lettini, the show invites listeners into conversations with women who’ve carved their own paths outside the traditional 9–5. Each episode shares real stories, insights, and perspectives that help listeners rethink what’s possible and take meaningful steps toward creating a life that feels intentional, expansive, and uniquely their own.

My role

I joined the Build Your Own Fairytale team in September 2022 to help bring clarity, polish, and consistency to the show’s growing catalog, starting with Episode 41.

• Edited weekly episodes for flow, tone, and emotional resonance
• Mixed and balanced audio to keep conversations warm, clean, and inviting
• Enhanced clarity to support Kristen’s voice and message-focused storytelling
• Provided technical refinement to maintain a cohesive sound across episodes
• Delivered reliable, timely edits as the show continued to expand its audience

Services

Podcast production: editing, mixing, audio cleanup, pacing refinement, and ongoing episode preparation.

Results

• Strengthened the show’s overall audio quality starting with Episode 41 and onward
• Supported Kristen in delivering episodes that feel polished, encouraging, and easy to listen to
• Helped maintain consistency as the podcast continued to grow its community and impact
• Contributed to a listening experience that reflects the empowering, modern-fairytale spirit of the show

Listen on Spotify: Build Your Own Fairytale

Man Coverage is a weekly football podcast for the girls, gays, and theys. Hosted by me, Caitlin Whyte, and Brendan Flake, the show recaps the past week in sports with equal parts analysis, chaos, and queer joy. Listeners get the full rundown on who’s scoring touchdowns, who’s serving looks, and who’s simply hot this week.

It’s SportsCenter, but far less alienating, half the numbers, and way more fun.

My role

I edit, produce, and co-host Man Coverage, helping craft both the sound and the spirit of the show.

• Co-host weekly episodes and steer the tone, banter, and overall energy
• Produce each episode, from planning and segment shaping to recording and final delivery
• Edit conversations for clarity, comedic timing, and LGBTQ+ sports-culture flair
• Mix and polish audio to keep the show lively, punchy, and consistent
• Manage the weekly workflow to ensure episodes drop on time during the season

Services

Podcast production & creative, co-hosting, producing, editing, mixing, segment development, workflow management, and overall show shaping.

Results

• Helped grow a queer-forward sports podcast with a distinct voice and devoted listener community
• Delivered clean, consistent, high-energy weekly episodes throughout the NFL season
• Strengthened the show’s comedic rhythm, pacing, and identity through both production and hosting
• Created an accessible, inclusive sports space for fans who want the fun without the gatekeeping

Listen on Spotify: Man Coverage

Owl Have You Know is a storytelling podcast from Rice Business School that highlights the experiences of alumni, faculty, students, and members of the wider Rice Business community. The show features honest conversations about belonging, failure, resilience, personal growth, and the many paths that lead to success. Each episode offers a candid look at the people who shape Rice Business, celebrating the moments, big and small, that define their journeys.

My role

Working with university.fm, I supported Owl Have You Know by bringing clarity, polish, and consistency to each episode.

• Engineered high-quality audio across a variety of recording environments
• Edited episodes for pacing, narrative structure, and emotional impact
• Mixed and balanced conversations to highlight guests’ stories and insights
• Collaborated closely with the Rice Business team to maintain a professional, signature sound
• Helped craft episodes that earned recognition for excellence in storytelling

Services

Podcast production: engineering, editing, mixing, audio refinement, pacing adjustment, and full-episode preparation.

Results

• Contributed to episodes that received a 2023 Communicator Award of Excellence by the Academy of Interactive & Visual Arts for Podcasts: Individual Episodes – Business
• Delivered clean, consistent audio that elevated the show’s storytelling style
• Supported Rice Business in sharing meaningful, community-centered narratives
• Helped build a polished, engaging series that highlights the heart and humanity of the Rice Business community

Listen on Spotify: Owl Have You Know

Visit the network: university.fm

Beyond the Hedges is a monthly podcast from Rice University that brings the school’s vibrant intellectual life to alumni and friends wherever they are in the world. Each month, the podcast opens the door to Rice’s creative and intellectual community, sharing conversations with faculty, thinkers, and doers who are shaping ideas both on campus and far beyond it. Season 3 continues this tradition of lifelong learning, offering listeners a chance to stay connected to Rice’s spirit, stories, and signature sense of discovery.

My role

Working closely with university.fm, I supported the full production of Season 3 to ensure each episode delivered clarity, polish, and a consistently engaging listening experience.

• Engineered and edited all Season 3 episodes for sound quality, pacing, and flow
• Cleaned and mixed audio recorded across a wide range of guest environments
• Refined interviews to highlight meaningful insights and keep conversations focused
• Balanced dialogue, transitions, and tone to match Rice University’s voice and style
• Provided reliable production support to maintain a smooth, monthly publishing rhythm

Services

Podcast production: engineering, editing, mixing, audio cleanup, pacing refinement, and episode preparation for a full-season release.

Results

• Delivered a polished Season 3 that strengthened the show’s educational and community-driven mission
• Improved overall audio clarity and consistency across a variety of guest recordings
• Supported Rice University in extending its culture of lifelong learning to listeners everywhere
• Contributed to a dependable, high-quality listening experience throughout the season

Listen on Spotify: Beyond the Hedges

Visit the network: university.fm