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How to host a podcast with confidence (A guide for beginners)

Mar 4, 2023
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Every Conversation Is Practice

  • Practice hosting in everyday conversations by treating everyone like a guest and asking curious follow-ups.
  • This daily practice improves listening, question skill, and on-air comfort more than theory alone.
ADVICE

Highlight Words, Then Follow Up

  • Use a 'mental highlighter': note interesting words or phrases and turn them into follow-up questions in the moment.
  • Ask 'How do you think about...' to elicit strategy and perspective when you lack a specific question.
INSIGHT

Leave Human Flaws In The Show

  • Embrace imperfections in recordings; keeping human moments helps guests and listeners feel comfortable.
  • Tom intentionally leaves small stumbles in to create a relaxed, authentic listening experience.
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