012 Kill the Encouragement

012 Kill the Encouragement

Kill the Encouragement This is a bad habit that a lot (and I mean a lot) of podcasters have. The regularly interject with uh-huhs and yeahs when their guest or co-host is speaking. You may think that you’re being encouraging but you’re just being annoying. As you...
011 Stop Commentating Your Podcast

011 Stop Commentating Your Podcast

Let me tell you what I’m going to tell you before I tell you. Are you using this technique? Cut it out! It’s a total disregard of your listener’s valuable time and totally unnecessary. I can hear the haters/disagreements/arguments already. Look, I know someone told...
008 Reset Your Podcast

008 Reset Your Podcast

Reset Your Podcast The reset. It’s a classic tool of the broadcasting trade. There’s no reason podcasters can’t use it too. It’s a simple way to grab hold of your show’s reigns and get things on track again. It’s a simple ‘you are here’ of your podcast. Plus, it’s a...
006 Demand a Takeaway

006 Demand a Takeaway

Demand a Takeaway I’m not big on expectations. They usually lead to disappointment. When it comes to listening to a podcast, I don’t just expect a takeaway. I demand it. Think of why you tune in to different podcasts. You want to learn something or be entertained....
005 Sit or Stand When Recording Your Podcast

005 Sit or Stand When Recording Your Podcast

Should you sit or stand when recording your podcast? It’s time to podcast – so, let’s get comfortable. Have a seat. Plant your butt in the chair and relax. Feel better? Great. Now perform – you’re on. Wait. This isn’t meditation. Can you imagine Adele or...