Part 5 - How to Conduct a Great Podcast Interview

Part 5 - How to Conduct a Great Podcast Interview

Author: Jake Jorgovan March 30, 2021 Duration: 11:20

Though hosting your podcast and interviewing guests may seem a little intimidating when you're just starting out, it's much easier than you think.

As a host, you'll actually only be speaking a small portion of the time. It's your guests and their insight that fills most of the conversation.

On this episode of the Working Without Pants podcast, I'll cover the tips and strategies you can use to conduct engaging interviews with world-class guests.

I discuss the importance of researching your guests in advance and taking this information to brainstorm questions about your guest's background and experience that you want to explore deeper.

I highlight why you should let your curiosity drive the flow of your interviews and the crucial role that active listening plays in keeping your conversations engaging. 

You'll also learn why great podcasters always have a set of fallback questions to rely on if their initial questions don't take up as much time as they thought.

With these tips in mind, you'll be well on your way to conducting great interviews that bring true value to your audience.

If you're ready to get started on your podcasting journey, visit https://contentallies.com/ to learn more about our full-service podcast production services.

 


For anyone running a creative agency or building a consulting practice, the daily hustle involves far more than just doing great work-it's about building a sustainable business on your own terms. Working Without Pants-Creative Entrepreneurship digs into that reality with host Jake Jorgovan. Instead of abstract theory, this podcast focuses on the tangible strategies and conversations that actually lead to landing better clients and more fulfilling projects. Jorgovan sits down with practitioners who have been in the trenches, people like Brennan Dunn, Brent Weaver, Kai Davis, and Blair Enns, to dissect what works now. You'll hear specific stories about pricing, positioning, sales conversations, and the operational shifts that allow a solo practitioner or small team to thrive without burning out. The discussions are grounded in the intersecting worlds of arts, business, and design, recognizing that creative entrepreneurship requires a unique blend of vision and commercial savvy. Tune in for a candid exchange of ideas that feels more like a mastermind session than a formal interview, all aimed at helping you refine your offer and reclaim your time. This is a resource for those ready to move beyond just being busy and build a business that truly works.
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