Megan Tan

Megan Tan is a prominent figure in the podcast industry with a diverse skill set in hosting, producing, reporting, sound designing, and writing. She is currently involved in developing and testing new podcasts at LAist Studios, the podcast arm of KPCC, LA's top public radio station.

Starting her career with a background in photojournalism and short documentary films, Megan aims to enhance audio storytelling by incorporating visual elements into her work.

Megan's unique approach to audio production creates immersive experiences for listeners, blending scenes, sound design, and narration to paint vivid pictures.

Her groundbreaking work includes the documentary memoir 'Millennial' that evolved into a popular Radiotopia series, attracting over 400k monthly listeners.

Megan excels in crafting limited-run documentary series like 'Millennial' (Season I), 'California Love,' and 'The Habitat' for Radiotopia, LAist Studios, and Gimlet Media, respectively.

With an impressive portfolio that includes collaborations with NPR, TED, and various other media outlets, Megan's exceptional contributions earned her the prestigious 'Producer of the Year' title from Adweek in 2020.

Recognized for her excellence, Megan's podcasts have consistently made it to The Atlantic's 'The 50 Best Podcasts of the Year' list, received accolades like 'Best Podcast of 2020' from Apple, and garnered attention from notable publications such as The New York Times, TIME Magazine, and The Guardian.

Apart from her creative work, Megan has a passion for teaching and has shared her expertise through guest lectures at renowned institutions like New York University, School of the New York Times, and various industry events and festivals globally.

Megan Tan holds a Bachelor's Degree in Photojournalism with a Minor in Spanish from Western Kentucky University and has worked with several prestigious organizations such as TED Conferences, Pineapple Street Media, NPR, and Gimlet Media, among others.