Miclora PodForge
EST 2019

Crafting the future of podcasting education.

Miclora PodForge exists to turn passion for audio into measurable, professional-grade skills through modular, data-driven learning.

Our story

From bedroom studios to professional pipelines.

Miclora PodForge was founded in 2019 by three audio engineers and one former NPR producer who believed podcasting deserved the same rigor as any craft discipline. What started as late-night workshops in San Francisco has grown into a structured academy used by creators, journalists, and brands worldwide.

We reject hype. Every lesson is built around verifiable outcomes, tracked progress, and real-world deliverables that prepare students for paid work in audio.

Our journey

A decade of deliberate growth.

2019
First cohort of 12 students graduates in San Francisco.
2021
Launched the modular PodForge Academy curriculum with live capstone reviews.
2023
Expanded globally. Over 2,000 alumni now work in the podcast industry.
2025
Rebuilt learning platform with measurable skill paths and real-time feedback.
Approach

Built for serious practitioners.

Modular paths

Complete skill trees that stack from foundations to master-level production, storytelling, and business.

Measurable outcomes

Progress tracked through real deliverables, peer critique, and professional feedback from working creators.

Ethical education

No shortcuts or false promises. We teach sustainable careers, not overnight success.

TEAM

Meet the people behind the platform.

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Elena Voss
Founder & CEO
Former producer at Gimlet Media. Leads curriculum and strategic partnerships.
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Marcus Hale
CTO & Co-founder
Built the adaptive learning engine that powers skill measurement.
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Sofia Reyes
Director of Education
Designed 80+ production modules and mentored 1,200 students to date.
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Leo Patel
Head of Research
Leads data analytics and outcome tracking across all student paths.

Ready to start building?

Join thousands of audio creators who turned their passion into a career with structured learning.