In this episode, I share some insights from the world of podcast interviews, sharing surprising experiences from a marathon of guest appearances on brand-new shows.

Discover the pitfalls of relying too heavily on AI-generated questions, the importance of audio quality, and why genuine research and thoughtful preparation make interviews truly valuable. Whether you're a podcasting newbie or looking to sharpen your hosting skills, I've got some practical advice and candid insights to help you create interviews that stand out, and get shared.

• Using AI for podcasting is all about how good your prompts are, so don't skimp on that.
• New podcasters often have terrible audio quality, just buy a decent microphone already.
• If you're interviewing someone, do your homework and ask unique questions, please.
• Podcasters need to realize that repetitive questions make for boring interviews, spice it up!
• When you have better audio than your guest, it’s time to reconsider your setup, trust me.
• Researching your guest before the interview is not crazy prep, it's called being a pro.

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