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E681 - Podcasters, Try Being Quiet When Your Guest Speaks - Podcasting and Interview Tips
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- May 9, 2026
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Episode 681 - Podcasters, Try Being Quiet When Your Guest Speaks - Podcasting and Interview Tips Main Topic: Interview Etiquette – Giving Space to Your Guest Avoid frequent interjections like “yes,” “right,” or “okay.” These can clutter your episode and create more editing work. Train yourself to limit affirmations and let your guest share their thoughts fully. Advice for Podcasters: Remaining quiet as the host isn’t about being disengaged—it helps with smoother editing and gives your guest room to shine. Don’t feel pressured to add constant “uh-huhs” or personal insertions. Instead, listen actively, and add flavor only when necessary. This skill not only makes your podcast sound better—it helps you be a better listener in your personal and work life. After your guest finishes answering, move to your next question—no need to repeat what was just said. Review past interviews with a critical ear. Spot areas where more silence could have improved the flow. You can always revisit and re-edit those episodes for future listeners. Support for Podcasters Struggling with editing or overwhelmed by behind-the-scenes work? Dave is here to help—reach out via howtopodcast.ca for support or a one-on-one conversation.Community Corner Listener messages and tips are welcome! Use the SpeakPipe recorder on the website to share your advice—90-second messages may be featured on future episodes. Remember: only you can create your unique podcast. There’s no one better to tell your story than you! Thank you for being part of the podcast! Keep growing, keep sharing—and if you have tips, questions, or challenges, join the conversation ____ Helping Podcasters Everyday! https://howtopodcast.ca/ We would love to hear from you - here is our listener survey! https://forms.gle/GbrFv9DGszV8…