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The IPG Podcast

IPG: helping independent publishers do better business

Welcome to the podcast from the Independent Publishers Guild, the UK"s largest association of publishers. These podcasts take you inside the services and events of the IPG and tackle some of today"s hot publishing issues. Where are the big opportunities and challenges in the world of publishing today? This podcast supplies answers and insights from some of the independent sector"s most experienced leaders.

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20:32

Sustainability: a publisher's view

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/07/17

As discussions about sustainability in publishing continue, Tommi Grover of Multilingual Matters joins the IPG Podcast to talk about steps his business has taken to improve its practice. He discusses the environmental impacts of print, production, travel and more, and suggests what publishers can do individually and collectively to address this urgent issue.

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16:55

Managing rights

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/06/18

In this episode of the IPG Podcast we discuss the management of rights information with Marilyn Cresswell of publishing software provider Bradbury Phillips. Marilyn shares advice for the efficient collection, storage and communication of contracts and rights, and considers the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the trading of rights.

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11:36

Nielsen Book and commerce during coronavirus

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/06/11

This episode of the IPG Podcast welcomes Liz McNaughton of Nielsen Book to discuss the publishing supply chain and commerce during the Covid-19 emergency. Liz discusses how publishers have been affected by lockdown, and explains what Nielsen Book can do to help.

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20:13

Offshoring in publishing

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/29

In this episode of the IPG Podcast we're joined by Kathryn Munt and Sam Town of Sinjore Technologies to talk about outsourcing and offshoring in publishing. Kathryn and Sam discuss the process and benefits of outsourcing tasks like copyediting and XML, how to make the most of supplier relationships, and the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on the industry.

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12:43

Pre-press and Westchester Publishing Services

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/29

In this episode of the IPG Podcast we discuss outsourcing with Tim Davies of pre-press and production specialist Westchester Publishing Services. Tim tells us about Westchester, the benefits of outsourcing and the long-term impact that the coronavirus lockdown might have on publishers' working patterns.

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22:51

HR in lockdown with Inspired Selection

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/29

The coronavirus lockdown has transformed many aspects of HR in publishing, and we're joined to discuss them by Abigail Barclay of Inspired Selection. Abigail talks about important issues including furloughing, communication and supporting the wellbeing of staff, and looks ahead to the time when publishers can start returning to the office.

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16:13

Publishing systems and Deanta

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/27

This episode of the IPG Podcast discusses the role of publishing and project management systems. Our guest is Darren Ryan, founder of publishing services and technology firm Deanta, who tells us how systems can help every publisher and offers tips for making the most of them.

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12:54

Collective licensing, permissions, rights and PLS

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/27

Our guest on this episode is Amy Ellis of Publishers' Licensing Services. Amy explains how PLS can help publishers with various activities including collective licensing and the management of permissions and rights, and tells us how proper engagement can help to grow sales.

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13:12

Audio in lockdown with Zebralution

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/20

As access of audio content continues to soar during the coronavirus lockdown, this episode of the IPG Podcast gets the latest take on the market from Carla Herbertson of digital distributor Zebralution. Carla shares some interesting consumer trends and some good ideas for publishers wanting to improve their audio sales and marketing.

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12:53

Cyber security and ThreatAware

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/19

With cyber security in focus as more and more people work remotely, this episode of the IPG Podcast explains how publishers can protect their IT and data. Jon Abbott of ThreatAware is our guest, discussing some of the big security risks and the practical steps publishers can take to avoid them.

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10:34

The Book Trade Charity

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/19

In this episode of the IPG Podcast we learn about the superb work of The Book Trade Charity. Its President Jonathan Nowell joins us to introduce its history and services, including its support of industry workers during the coronavirus crisis and its efforts to improve access to publishing as a place to work.

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18:15

BIC and the publishing supply chain

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/19

The guest on this episode of the IPG Podcast is Karina Urquhart, executive director of Book Industry Communication (BIC). Karina introduces some of BIC's many services to publishers, including its product data and supply chain accreditation schemes and its work on metadata and sustainability in the industry.

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13:09

Freelancers in publishing

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/19

This episode of the IPG Podcast discusses the role and value of freelancers in publishing with Melody Dawes, founder and managing director of outsourcing specialist JustContent. Melody also explains how the pandemic lockdown crisis has affected freelancers, and shares some ideas for making the publisher-freelancer relationship work effectively.

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17:54

BookBrunch and publishing news

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/12

In this episode of the IPG Podcast we talk to Jo Henry, managing director of publishing news provider BookBrunch. Jo introduces BookBrunch's services and talks about opportunities and challenges for the independent publishing sector, both during the coronavirus crisis and beyond.

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17:18

Royalty management and MetaComet

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/12

Calculating and distributing royalties soaks up untold hours of staff time, but software systems can help. In this episode of the IPG Podcast David Marlin of MetaComet Systems discusses the many benefits of automation and shares tips for achieving it.

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20:03

Bookshop discoverability and Above The Treeline

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/05/01

The guest on this episode of the IPG Podcast is Ruth Bradstreet of Above The Treeline. Ruth introduces her business' platform for helping retailers discover new books, and discusses how both independent publishers and booksellers can emerge from the coronavirus crisis stronger than ever.

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12:44

Libraries and metadata

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/04/24

ProQuest's Helene Stewart joins us on this episode of the IPG Podcast to discuss how publishers can optimise the discoverability of their content for libraries and their users. She shares tips for improving metadata and visibility in library communities, and how ProQuest can help.

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12:36

Metadata and retailers

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/04/09

What do retailers and wholesalers want from publishers on metadata? This episode of the IPG Podcast gets the perspective of Caroline Summers of IPG Spring Conference sponsor The Paperback Shop, who shares tips for sharpening up practices, as well as her views on independent publishing in the UK at the moment.

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24:16

Essential metadata tips

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/04/03

This episode of the IPG Podcast focuses on the crucial subject of metadata in publishing. Our guest is Margaret Harrison of Ingram Content Group, the gold sponsor of the IPG's Spring Conference on 2 and 3 June, who shares some excellent advice for sharpening up the use of metadata to promote and sell books. IPG members can get more support via a free copy of Ingram’s Metadata Essentials, available here.

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14:49

Managing in difficult times

The IPG Podcast ·

2020/03/27

In a special episode of the IPG Podcast, IPG board member and experienced publisher Oliver Gadsby discusses how to lead a business and team through difficult periods. In conversation with IPG President Jonathan Harris, he shares advice for nimbly responding to challenges, managing change, finding support and keeping staff well and motivated.

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