Blockchain Cardano podcast for Vietnamese

[GENERAL] Name and surname of main applicant

Nguyen Thi Thu Huyen

[GENERAL] Are you delivering this project as an individual or as an entity (whether formally incorporated or not)

Individual

[GENERAL] Requested funds in ada

21750

[GENERAL] Please specify how many months you expect your project to last (from 2-12 months)

6

[GENERAL] Please indicate if your proposal has been auto-translated into English from another language.

Yes

[GENERAL] Summarize your solution to the problem (200-character limit including spaces)

Build a Cardano Podcast channel in Vietnamese to provide complete and accurate knowledge and news about the Cardano ecosystem.

[GENERAL] Does your project have any dependencies on other organizations, technical or otherwise?

No

[GENERAL] If YES, please describe what the dependency is and why you believe it is essential for your project’s delivery. If NO, please write “No dependencies.”

No dependencies

[GENERAL] Will your project’s output/s be fully open source?

Yes

[GENERAL] Please provide here more information on the open source status of your project outputs

The plan to share the output and results of the Cardano Blockchain Podcast for Vietnamese people includes creating quality content, building a promotional network, distributing on many Podcast platforms, promoting via social networks, engaging with the Cardano community, and measure effectiveness. Project results can be shared within the Cardano community, supporting research and development, and building brand and reputation.

[METADATA] SDG rating

Goal 4: Ensure quality, open and equitable education and enhance lifelong learning opportunities for all.

Goal 16: Promote peaceful and open societies for sustainable development, achieve justice for all and build effective, accountable and open institutions at all levels.

Goal 17: Strengthen implementation and revitalize global partnerships for sustainable development.

[SOLUTION] Please describe your proposed solution.

I. Reasons for approaching the problem

1. The Cardano Vietnam community is growing and has potential. However, accessing News and knowledge about Cardano & Blockchain is still difficult, English proficiency, communication methods (reading materials, watching videos) are not attractive enough, lack of intimacy and cannot be resolved. problem for people who lack time, especially those who are visually impaired, they hardly have the opportunity to access the Cardano Blockchain). Requires a method to help save time and make it possible for people with visual impairments to participate.
2. Furthermore, the Cardano ecosystem is in a period of strong development, information, documents and new technologies are updated every day, the Cardano Vietnam community needs to be updated regularly and quickly.
3. Podcast communication is growing strongly in Vietnam and has great appeal to all ages, especially the habit of using Podcasts by busy people.
4. Podcasts are a powerful medium that help people convey information and knowledge through their voices and stimulate the imagination while creating a deep connection with listeners. Forming the habit of listening to podcasts in the community, creating a more intimate space helps listeners feel attached, thereby creating trust for listeners.

II. Audience-oriented recommendations

1. Vietnam Cardano community in general and busy people in particular. With the current Cardano community, there will be additional forms for easy and attractive access; Busy people can still regularly update knowledge and news about Cardano through passively listening to Podacst. They can listen to it over and over again.
2. For visually impaired people, the Podcast channel will help them gain information about the platform and development process of the Cardano Blockchain, increase their imagination and integration into the general community, and be able to participate and contribute to the development of the Cardano Blockchain. Sustainable development of Cardano.
3. For those who do not know Cardano, through the Podcast channel on the social networking application, you can have the opportunity to know and participate in the Cardano community.

III. Unique point of the solution

1. This will be one of the first and only podcast channels about Cardano in Vietnamese, creating uniqueness and special interest from the Vietnamese community.
2. Content will be provided in Vietnamese, helping Vietnamese users access and better understand Cardano easily and conveniently.
3. The podcast channel will provide reliable information, in-depth analysis and fast news about Cardano, giving listeners a multi-dimensional and up-to-date view of Cardano and blockchain.
4. The solution is of great humanity when caring for and targeting the community of visually impaired people in Vietnam.

VI. Implementation process:

1. Set goals: Determine the goals and purposes of the podcast, such as providing information, education, creating community, or building knowledge.
2. Determine the topic and content for each podcast episode. Plan production and release schedules.
3. Prepare content: Research and translate related documents. Review the translation.
4. Create Audio files using AI (vbee.vn).
5. Audio editor: Collect and process all Audio files. Cut, edit, and improve sound quality. Add background music and sound effects to create a professional feel.
6. Create interface and additional content: Design the podcast interface including avatar, title, description, and contact information. Create additional content such as program excerpts, reference links, and summary notes.
7. Publishing and distribution: Create audio files in podcast format (MP4) and publish them to YouTube platforms. Determine the broadcast and promotion schedule for each podcast episode.
8. Marketing and promotion: Create a marketing strategy to promote your podcast and attract a listener base. Use social media, websites, blogs, and other channels to announce and share podcast content with the community.
9. Track and interact: Track listens, reviews, and feedback from listeners. Engage with the community by answering questions, having discussions, and creating other interactive channels to increase engagement and participation.
10. Evaluate and improve: Evaluate the effectiveness of your podcast through listens, reviews, and feedback from listeners. Based on evaluation, improve and adjust the podcast production process to increase quality and appeal to listeners.

[IMPACT] Please define the positive impact your project will have on the wider Cardano community.

1.For the Cardano ecosystem:

• The ecosystem is in the process of developing and needs to attract a large community, the Podcast channel will be a tool to promote the Cardano ecosystem, expanding the ability to attract the Vietnamese community to the Cardano ecosystem. Cardano. Attract more investors and developers in Vietnam to Cardano.
• The podcast channel will create conditions for members of the Vietnamese Cardano community to meet, exchange and cooperate. Creating a strong and active community can contribute to the growth and adoption of Cardano.
• The podcast channel will help increase education and awareness about Cardano in the Vietnamese community. Vietnamese users will have the opportunity to better understand blockchain technology and its applications, especially Cardano. This could create momentum for users to access and use Cardano-based services and applications in the future.
• Proposing a Vietnamese podcast channel about Cardano can attract and retain a significant number of users. Within a reasonable time frame, the project can reach thousands of listeners and create a vibrant community, contributing to the expansion and development of the Cardano ecosystem.

2.For the Challenge:

• Create a Technical Documentation channel and educational resources on how to use diverse tools, libraries in the ecosystem.

In short, creating a Vietnamese podcast channel about Cardano not only helps solve the challenge of lacking Vietnamese information about blockchain but also brings many benefits to the Cardano ecosystem such as expanding the community, developing community groups, increase education and awareness, as well as attract Vietnamese users.

[CAPABILITY & FEASIBILITY] What is your capability to deliver your project with high levels of trust and accountability? How do you intend to validate if your approach is feasible?

1. I have experience participating in Catalyst and successfully completed this proposal when funded by Catalyst at fund 10. Therefore, that is the basis for me to continue to propose products that help expand and develop the community. Cardano in Vietnam.
2. Since July 2022, I have created a Podcast channel about Blockchain Cardano in Vietnamese with nearly 241 Podcasts (equivalent to 2695 minutes) and has been well received and appreciated by the community.
3. I have been studying and learning about blockchain technology, including Cardano since 2017. I understand the basic concepts of blockchain, the structure of Cardano, and how Cardano is built to be superior. This allows me to master the content and share accurate and trustworthy information in the podcast channel.
4. I have good communication skills and creative writing ability, and can convey information clearly and understandably in podcast episodes. In particular, I also have the ability to create attractive and quality content, from choosing topics, creating scripts, to editing content.
5. I have the ability to deeply research Cardano and related technologies, and can access and analyze reliable information sources to provide the latest and accurate information in podcast episodes. Additionally, I have the ability to evaluate and analyze developments, applications, and potential of Cardano.
6. I have participated in building the largest and highest quality Cardano Vietnam community, and am the person who has contributed the most to the Cardano Vietnam community on Facebook.
7. I have experience in effective time management and organizing work responsibly. I can build a work plan, schedule the production of podcast episodes, and follow the set goals and schedule.
8. However, during the process of implementing the proposal, I also identified risks: The number of documents and news about Cardano exploded. Solution: I choose important content, increase the number of Podcasts compared to the plan.

[Project Milestones] What are the key milestones you need to achieve in order to complete your project successfully?

From March 1, 2024 to April 30, 2024

• Complete the Podcast channel on Youtube.
• Plan in detail the Podcast production process every Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
• Publish at least 24 Podcasts (at least 300 minutes) about Cardano ecosystem news and knowledge.
• Podcast channel marketing program.
• On average, after 24 hours of publishing, there will be 150 listeners/Podcast.

From May 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024

• Detailed plan for the Podcast production process every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday.
• Publish at least 32 Podcasts (at least 350 minutes) on Cardano ecosystem news and knowledge.
• On average, after 24 hours of publication, there will be 150 listeners/Podcast.
• 2nd Podcast channel marketing program.

From July 1, 2024 to August 30, 2024

• Detailed plan for the Podcast production process every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and
• Publish at least 32 Podcasts (at least 400 minutes) on Cardano ecosystem news and knowledge.
• On average, after 24 hours of publication, there will be 150 listeners/Podcast.
• 3rd Podcast channel marketing program.

[RESOURCES] Who is in the project team and what are their roles?

Nguyen Thi Thu Huyen

• Competency: Community support Cardano Vietnam, video producer, completed Cardano Blockchain Certified Associate (CBCA) Alpha 2 Program, has been involved in the Blockchain industry since 2018. Proposal management granted capital in fund 10.
• Duties: Project management and implementation.

[BUDGET & COSTS] Please provide a cost breakdown of the proposed work and resources.

1.Milestone 1 (From March 1, 2024 to April 30, 2024)

• Translation: 10 ADA/Minute * 300 minutes = 3000 ADA
• Rent AI account: 1000 ADA
• Podcast production: 5 ADA/minute * 300 = 1500 ADA
• Podcast Marketing: 1000 ADA

Total cost of milestone 1: 6500 ADA = 29.9% Total budget

2. Milestone 2 (From May 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024)

• Translation: 10 ADA/Minute * 350 minutes = 3500 ADA
• Rent AI account: 1000 ADA
• Podcast production: 5 ADA/minute * 350 = 1750 ADA
• Podcast Marketing: 1000 ADA

Total cost of milestone 2: 7250 ADA = 33.3% Total budget

3. Milestone 3 (From May 1, 2024 to June 30, 2024)

• Translation: 10 ADA/Minute * 400 minutes = 4000 ADA
• Rent AI account: 1000 ADA
• Podcast production: 5 ADA/minute * 400 = 2000 ADA
• Podcast Marketing: 1000 ADA

Total cost of milestone 3: 8000 ADA = 36.8% Total budget

Total: 21750 ADA

[VALUE FOR MONEY] How does the cost of the project represent value for money for the Cardano ecosystem?

My project includes main tasks and specific budget allocation as follows:

1. Translation: 10 ADA/minute
2. Buy AI account: 3000 ADA (3 milestones)
3. Podcast production: 5ADA/minute
4. Product Marketing: 3000 ADA (3 milestones)

To provide costs for each task and job, I rely on Decree 38/2022/ND-CP regulating the current regional minimum wage in Vietnam. Therefore, I evaluate the above budget request as modest.

To use appropriate capital for the project, I have a specific plan:

1. Take advantage of available resources: Use resources in the Cardano community such as experts, user communities and related resources to reduce costs (I already have a youtube channel, Cardano Vietnam community
2. Marketing and promotion costs: Use effective digital marketing channels such as social networks, blogs, websites and Telegram groups to promote the project
3. Evaluate costs by industry: Research and compare average costs in the podcast production and marketing industry to ensure project costs are reasonable and competitive. Looking at average salaries, media costs for Podcast production, advertising and other industry factors will help ensure capital is used appropriately and effectively.
4. Detailed financial planning: Create a detailed financial plan for the project, including key milestones. This plan will help identify and track costs over time, while also providing transparency about the use of funds.

By applying my methods and available capabilities and conditions, the project to build a Cardano blockchain podcast channel in Vietnamese can ensure reasonableness and efficiency in the use of allocated capital and help The Cardano community develops strongly and sustainably.

[IMPORTANT NOTE] The Applicant agrees to Fund Rules and also that data in the submission form and other data provided by the project team during the course of the project will be publicly available.

I Accept