How a Smithsonian Curator Became a Podcast Host (and Landed Jack Black)
Your Next Chapter: Podcast Pioneers and Innovators
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Show Notes
In this episode of Your Next Chapter, host Jeremiah Tittle speaks with Matt Shindell, curator at the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum and co-host of the AirSpace podcast. They discuss how the show launched on a limited budget, what it took to build trust with museum leadership, and the viral moment that brought Jack Black on board.
This episode is a continuation of our special series on why every museum needs a podcast, highlighting how audio can expand access, spark curiosity, and tell stories that stick.