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WJCT Public Media Debuts Studio Five Podcast Production Services Under Leadership of Letisha Bereola<\/p>\n
New division will serve corporate partners, community organizations and independent content creators<\/p>\n
Oct. 5, 2026 \u2014 Jacksonville, Fla. \u2014 WJCT Public Media, the independent, community-owned public media organization serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, today announced the launch of Studio Five Podcast Production Services: a new division that provides strategic guidance, recording space and technical support for individuals and groups to create their own podcasts at WJCT\u2019s headquarters in Downtown Jacksonville.<\/p>\n
Studio Five\u2019s production services cover the full range of podcast development, from concept consulting and setup to audio and video production. A dedicated producer works behind the scenes to ensure optimal sound and visual quality while hosts and their guests converse in three acoustically treated recording sets equipped with professional-grade equipment. Post-production support, such as editing, publishing and promotional clip development, is also available.<\/p>\n
Letisha Bereola, WJCT\u2019s Director of Podcasting, developed Studio Five Podcast Production Services to expand the way WJCT brings its expertise in storytelling and content production to the community. She is a two-time Webby Award-winning podcast producer and former Emmy-nominated television news anchor with more than 15 years of experience in shaping the way individuals share their stories.<\/p>\n
\u201cThroughout my career, I have seen the power that comes with placing a microphone in front of someone and creating the space for their story to shine. Studio Five Podcast Production Services was created to give everyone the opportunity to have that experience,\u201d said Bereola.<\/p>\n
According to The Edison Research Infinite Dial 2026 report<\/a>, podcasts are one of the most popular forms of media reaching audiences today. The report shows that 80% of Americans ages 12 and up have listened to or watched a podcast at least once, and 45% of Americans play a podcast at least once per week \u2014 an increase of five percentage points from 2025<\/a>. Studio Five Podcast Production Services provides a way for businesses, content creators and community organizations to reach those audiences, without having to invest in the equipment and in-house expertise to produce a professional podcast. Early clients of Studio Five Podcast Production Services include the JAX Chamber; nonprofit organizations like Here Tomorrow and United Way of Northeast Florida; and local businesses like April Travel Adventures.<\/p>\n In addition to podcasting services, Studio Five\u2019s state-of-the-art facilities are available for audio and video production projects such as commercial voiceovers, audiobooks and more. Content produced for Studio Five clients is not WJCT programming and will not be distributed or promoted through WJCT\u2019s editorial platforms unless separately agreed upon by WJCT.<\/p>\n The division expands WJCT Public Media\u2019s revenue generation capabilities, further strengthening its position as a community-owned organization. All services are independent of WJCT\u2019s news operations, and clients retain full ownership of the content produced through Studio Five. Pricing and packages are available at wjct.org\/podcast-services<\/a>.<\/p>\n \u201cPublic media has always been at the forefront of high-quality storytelling. Some of the most influential podcasts, like \u2018Serial\u2019 and \u2018This American Life,\u2019 paved the way for audiences to embrace on-demand audio experiences. We\u2019re proud to carry that tradition forward \u2014 both through our own independently produced podcasts, and now in partnership with the community through Studio Five,\u201d said Karen Feagins, President and CEO of WJCT Public Media. \u201cUnder Letisha\u2019s expert guidance, Studio Five is a space where anyone in the community can embrace podcasting with the support of a professional team.\u201d<\/p>\n An open house for Studio Five will be held at WJCT Public Media on October 13, 2026, from 4 to 6 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to take a guided tour of the studio spaces, meet WJCT Public Media\u2019s podcasting team and book recording sessions. Registration is encouraged at wjct.org\/events<\/a>.<\/p>\n More information about Studio Five is available at wjct.org\/podcast-services<\/a>.<\/p>\n ###<\/p>\n About WJCT Public Media:
WJCT is the community-owned and operated public media organization serving Jacksonville and the First Coast since 1958, using television, radio, digital media, and live events to help community members learn, share, and grow. For more information on WJCT\u2019s in-depth programming content, log on to WJCT Online at wjct.org<\/a>. Like WJCT on Facebook (facebook.com\/wjctjax<\/a>) and follow WJCT on Twitter (@WJCTJax<\/a>) and Instagram (@WJCTJax<\/a>).<\/p>\n